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5/3/24 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Families are invited to celebrate Asian culture at Ardsley's first-ever Asian American Pacific Islander Festival. Alternatively, kids can enjoy "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" Storytime with Puppets at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center. 

Or, outdoorsy kids can learn how to fish this weekend at the Kids Fishing Day at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. 

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"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" Storytime with Puppets at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center

Newburgh–FREE
Saturday, May 18
Little Friends Learning Loft invites you to an Eric Carle-inspired puppet show presented by Rockefeller Productions with handmade puppets. Professional actors will present a theatrical, story-time-style reading of the selected Eric Carle stories. After the performance, take pictures with Hungry Caterpillar and the cast of puppets. READ MORE

Ardsley Asian American Pacific Islander Festival

Ardsley–FREE
Saturday, May 18
Celebrate Ardsley's first Asian American Pacific Islander (“AAPI”) Festival in Pascone Park. This multi-generational festival will showcase the rich diversity of Asian cultures through dance, exhibits, a scavenger hunt with prizes, henna art, and art and calligraphy workshops.   READ MORE

Springfest in the Hamlet of Highland

Highland–FREE
Saturday, May 18
Come out to support local vendors, artists, and children in the community. There will be activities, a Kidz Zone, shopping, entertainment, and delicious food and drinks.  READ MORE

Stream Study at Trailside Nature Museum

Cross River–FREE
Saturday, May 18
Explore the stream at Kimberly Bridge at Trailside Nature Museum, learning hands-on about the inhabitants of the stream, their life cycles, and the incredible biodiversity of this type of habitat. READ MORE

Seashells by the Shoreline at Read Sanctuary

Rye–FREE
Saturday, May 18
Take a guided walk along the length of the seashore at the sanctuary and learn to identify the shells commonly found there.  READ MORE

Cake Pop Making Class at Shake it Off

Scarsdale
Saturday, May 18
Join Shake it Off for a fun and exciting class making cake pops! Children will learn how to make cake pops from a local baker. Children will also enjoy bounce time while the cake pops set.  READ MORE

"HUGO" in 3D + Art Activity at the Jacob Burns Film Center

Pleasantville
Saturday, May 18
The Jacob Burns Film Center Presents a screening of Martin Scorsese's family-friendly and first-ever 3D film: HUGO! After the screening, there will be a free hands-on activity where viewers can draw on film strips and project them! The activity includes a film projection demonstration by JBFC projectionists.  READ MORE

Annual Dog Walk & Pet Fair

Yorktown
Saturday, May 18
Join the biggest and best dog event of the year! This fun-filled family event has something for everyone. You’ll enjoy a trail walk with your four-legged best friend, shopping in the Wooftown Village, music with Kacey and 100.7 WHUD, yummy food trucks, a new Kids' Zone, dog contests, furry friends for adoption, and therapeutic equines in attendance. READ MORE

Maker Weekend at the Westchester Children's Museum

Rye
Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19
 Join the Westchester Children's Museum for Magnetic Motion, Robo Menagerie, Cardboard Bridges, Kinetic Balance Sculptures, Math Marble Machines, and Hot Glue 101.  READ MORE

Garden State Koi Family Fun Day

Warwick–FREE
Sunday, May 19
Join Garden State Koi for a day of family fun, with activities for the whole family including a scavenger hunt, turtle races, face painting, sand art, and unbeatable sales on plants, fish, and more! READ MORE

Katonah Museum of Art Family Tea Party

Katonah
Sunday, May 18
Bring the whole family to the Katonah Museum of Art to celebrate Spring at the first annual Family Tea Party! Enjoy fancy tea sandwiches and delicious pastries from LMNOP Bakery, create your own fabulous family portrait, and make a one-of-a-kind flower project with Flowers by Estelle.  READ MORE

Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits Solo Show at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater

Peekskill
Sunday, May 19
Award-winning children’s recording artist Laurie Berkner, made famous on TV’s Nick Jr. and Sprout channels, will perform new material at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. Berkner has also composed Off-Broadway children's musicals and inspired three picture books.  READ MORE

Polish Heritage Celebration at Kensico Dam Plaza

Valhalla–FREE
Sunday, May 19
Celebrate Polish culture at Kensico Dam Plaza. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a day of live music, food, vendors and more. READ MORE

Sheep and Wool Festival in Chestnut Ridge

Chestnut Ridge–FREE
Sunday, May 19
Held under leafy shade trees at the Threefold Community Campus in Chestnut Ridge, this family-oriented community event features child-friendly craft activities, a petting zoo & pony rides, live music, local craft vendors, and delicious food. READ MORE

Nyack Famous Street Fair

Nyack–FREE
Sunday, May 19
Save the date for this exciting shopping and dining day in historic Nyack. More than 300 exhibitors showcase a great selection of arts, crafts, and goods. Local vendors will also offer delicious food, and music will be playing at the gazebo. READ MORE

Kids Fishing Day at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum

Cornwall
Sunday, May 19
Children will learn the skills of fishing or enhance their abilities to land a whopper! There will be a short lesson on fish anatomy plus safe and proper casting/ landing techniques. The Hudson Highlands Nature Center will provide the bait, so dust off your rod and reel and let’s get hooked on fishing using bobbers and worms only.  (A rod taller than your child with a push-button reel is recommended.) READ MORE

Día de las Familias at the Ashokan Center

Olivebridge
Sunday, May 19
Día de las Familias is a new music and arts festival with music, food vendors, nature walks, activities for children, and more – todo en Español! This event will be held on the Ashokan Center campus in Olivebridge, NY and feature live music by renowned traditional Veracruz artists from the Ariles Son Jarocho Camp, and more Latin musicians to be announced. READ MORE

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