What to do in North Salem this weekend: Friday, Sep 16 - Sunday, Sep 18

It's early fall in North Salem and you know what that means: the weekend is packed full of fun local events. It's Homecoming weekend for North Salem High School, the horse shows are in high gear at Old Salem Farm, apple pickers are flocking to the orchards, and in between all of that there are all kinds of lively and local events.

We couldn't narrow it down to a top ten, or even a top 15. Instead, we rounded up nearly 20 great things to do this weekend; read on for details, there's sure to be something for everyone.

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18 things to do this weekend: Friday, Sep 16 - Sunday, Sep 18

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FEATURED EVENTS

Rock n' Rescue Adoption Event to Support Suicide Awareness Month - Sat Sep 17 1:00 pm

Rock n’ Rescue proudly announces that somewhere between 50 -100 dogs, cats, guinea pigs and bunny rabbits will be on their way from the Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society in Kentucky. The animals will be microchipped, vaccinated and spayed or neutered before they are placed on transport. They will all be given a clean bill of health from a veterinarian in Bowling Green. Those too small to be spayed or neutered will be fixed here.  [more details]

North Salem Open Land Foundation: Race for Open Space - Sun Sep 18 9:00 am

Lace-up your running shoes and hit the trails with the North Salem Open Land Foundation on September 18 at Baxter Preserve for a family-friendly Trail Run / Walk! Choose from the Kids Fun Run Around the Pond, 5K run or 4K walk. Amplify your support of our open spaces in North Salem by 'super charging' your registration -- add a fundraising goal, create a team, invite family and friends to register, and share to social media. Every dollar raised will be put directly towards conserving land… [more details]

North Salem Climate Fair - Sun Sep 18 9:00 am

The first annual North Salem Climate Fair will be held at the finish line of the NS Open Land Foundation's Race for Open Space at Baxter Preserve on Sunday September 18, 2022 from 9:00am-11:30am.
Come join us to learn more about:
• Climate Smart Community Leadership Committee
• Solar Power for Businesses and Homeowners
• Geothermal heating/cooling opportunities
• Waste reduction & recycling with the North Salem Improvement Society
• Wetlands conservation with the North Salem Conservation… [more details]

North Salem Democrats Cocktail Party - Sun Sep 18 5:00 pm

We want to hear you!Join the North Salem Democrats for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and camaraderie. Sunday, September 18, 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Free event; RSVP to 914-617-8818 [more details]

Other Events

Old Salem Farm Fall Horse Shows - Fri Sep 16 8:00 am

Old Salem Farm September Horse Shows
Check our website for weekend schedules. [more details]

Keeler Library: Friday Painters & Artists - Fri Sep 16 10:30 am

Join a fun and informal group of painters and artists, beginners and experienced, on Friday mornings at the library at 10:30 to work together. There is no instruction and you can draw, paint or work in any medium you choose. You must bring your own materials. There is no registration, just come. It is a great way to meet new people and all are welcome. [more details]

John Jay/North Salem HS Varsity Football vs. Clarkstown North - Fri Sep 16 6:30 pm

John Jay/North Salem Varsity Football vs Clarkstown North Friday, September 16 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at JJHS [more details]

U-Pick Flowers at Honeybee Grove - Sat Sep 17 9:00 am

Our flower patch will be open from 9am to NOON this Saturday and Sunday for open picking! Come on down to pick your own zinnias, cosmos and branching sunflowers.  This weekend we will also have pumpkins for sale!

The Details:

$30 per picking bucket
Credit Card/Debit Card/Venmo accepted.
We provide scissors for cutting and a jug to carry your blooms home. [more details]

North Salem HS: JV Boys Soccer vs. Alexander Hamilton - Sat Sep 17 10:00 am

HOMECOMING: JV Boys Soccer vs. Alexander Hamilton Saturday, September 17 10:00 am - 11:30 am at Tompkins Field  [more details]

Lewisboro Library Fair - Sat Sep 17 10:00 am

The annual Lewisboro Library Fair will take place Saturday, September 17 from 10 am - 4 pm at Onatru Farm Park.

The Library Fair is Lewisboro’s largest community event. There are fun activities for all ages, like the Concours d’Elegance Car Show, a Dunk Tank, an Appraisal Booth, food trucks and booths, music, a Beer Garden, a Homegrown Produce contest and tons of shopping at the Book Sale, Attic Treasures Sale, Silent Auction and Vendor Market. There is also a “Kids Zone”… [more details]

Bee Day - Sat Sep 17 11:00 am

Meet our beekeeper at the John Jay Homestead's apiary to learn more about our bees and beekeeping.11:00 am Introduction to Beekeeping
1:00 pm Westchester Beekeepers Network monthly meeting
3:00 pm Gardening for Bees
Free admission. All ages welcome. [more details]

North Salem HS: Varsity Field Hockey vs. Yorktown - Sat Sep 17 12:00 pm

HOMECOMING: Varsity Field Hockey vs. Yorktown Saturday, September 17 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm at the HS Field Hockey Field   [more details]

North Salem HS: JV Girls Soccer vs. Westlake - Sat Sep 17 12:00 pm

HOMECOMING: JV Girls Soccer vs. Westlake Saturday, September 17 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm at Tompkins Field  [more details]

12th Annual Haviland Hollow Charity Cup - Sat Sep 17 1:00 pm

The 12th Annual Haviland Hollow Charity Cup is committed to helping improve the lives of people with cognitive, physical and emotional disabilities.  [more details]

North Salem HS Varsity Volleyball vs. Rye Neck
- Sat Sep 17 1:00 pm

HOMECOMING: Varsity Volleyball vs. Rye Neck Saturday, September 17 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at the HS Gym  [more details]

North Salem HS: Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Putnam Valley - Sat Sep 17 2:00 pm

HOMECOMING: Varsity Boys Soccer vs Putnam Valley Saturday, September 17 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm at Tompkins Field  [more details]

North Salem HS: JV Volleyball vs. Rye Neck - Sat Sep 17 2:30 pm

HOMECOMING JV Volleyball vs Rye Neck Saturday, September 17th 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm at North Salem Middle/High School  [more details]

North Salem HS: JV Volleyball vs. Rye Neck - Sat Sep 17 2:30 pm

HOMECOMING JV Volleyball vs Rye Neck Saturday, September 17th 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm at North Salem Middle/High School  [more details]

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