Westchester Happenings: Wednesday, Dec. 7
“Overlooked Orson Welles” Film Series: “F for Fake.” (Vérités et mensonges) The final screening in a series of lesser-known Orson Welles films. Ossining Public Library’s Budarz Theater, 53 Croton Ave., Ossining. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 914-941-2416.
Kids Open Mic: A series of events are being held this week at 12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar, 12 N. Division St., Peekskill. On Dec. 7 from 7 to 9 p.m., there will be a Kids Open Mic event with a $10 burger special. Info: www.12grapes.com.
Jewish Children’s Library: Temple Beth Shalom, 760 Route 6, Mahopac, is launching The PJ Library, which offers free books and music to families raising Jewish children. The materials are being provided to children between the ages of six months and eight years who live in northern Westchester and Putnam and Dutchess Counties. The synagogue is partnering with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, which created the program. To register and receive more information, go to www.tbmahopc.org or call 845-628-6133.
Critters, Crafts and Kids. Children and parents or caregivers come for an hour of nature fun. For children 18 months to five years old. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 10 to 11 a.m. Members: Adults–$5; Children–$4. Non-members: Adults–$9; Children–$7. Also Dec 14 and 21. Info: 914-723-3470 or visit to www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Knitting Group. Hats for our servicemen and women overseas and other ongoing projects for care centers and hospitals. Clinton Street Center, 1A Clinton St., Pleasantville. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Meets every Monday and Wednesday. Info: 914-769-2021.
Toddler Time. Uses finger plays, action rhymes, songs and stories to encourage an enjoyment of books and to stimulate early listening skills, learning and speaking skills. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Free. Recommended for one to two and a half years old. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Dec. 16. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Writers Workshop. The second part in a series of workshops led by Pam Pooley, a former instructor at Columbia Teacher’s College and author of the memoir “A Season Abroad: Reflections of a Journey of Faith.” All writers and wannabe writers are invited to share their work, or desire to write, in a supportive atmosphere. Ruth Keeler Memorial Library, 276 Titicus Rd., North Salem. 11 a.m. Free. Info: 914-669-5161 or visit www.ruthkeelermemoriallibrary.org.
Preschool Story Time. An interactive story time using picture books, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and other activities to encourage the enjoyment of books and language. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 11 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Recommended for children two and a half to five years old. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Dec. 16. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Children’s Story Times. For children 18 months to five years old. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Free. Meets every Wednesday and Thursday. Info: 914-864-0130.
Children’s Book Fair. The Bedford Road School PTA will host a children’s book fair sponsored by The Village Bookstore. Includes newly released works, award-winning titles, children’s classics, non-fiction, poetry, holiday books, activity books and more. Bedford Road School, 289 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Also Dec. 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. Info: (914) 588-5797 or srmk22@verizon.net.
Stroke Support Group. For stroke survivors, their families, friends and caregivers. Phelps Memorial Hospital’s Walkway Conference Room, 701 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. Info: 914-366-3397.
Pleasantville SEPTA Program: A Discussion About K-12 Supports and Services Without an IEP. Learn about various available services from Dr. Carolyn McGuffog, the Pleasantville School District’s director of educational services and head of the Committee on Special Education. The Little Theater at Bedford Road School, 289 Bedford Rd. (use Manville Road entrance), Pleasantville. 7 p.m. Free. Open to the public. RSVP recommended. RSVP at pvillesepta.com. Info: www.pvillesepta.com.
Nighttime Bingo for Teens and Adults. Ruth Keeler Memorial Library, 276 Titicus Rd., North Salem. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $1 for the pot. Info: 914-669-5161 or www.ruthkeelermemoriallibrary.org.
Bronxville Career Network Meeting. A discussion on self-employment opportunities, including whether to start or buy a business and franchising. All welcome. Bronxville Reformed Church, 180 Pondfield Rd., Bronxville. 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. Free. Info: Contact Pat Drew at 914-588-8243 or e-mail pat@patdrew.org or visit www.reformedchurch.org.
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