What to do in North Salem this weekend: Friday, Oct 14 - Sunday, Oct 16

It's another busy fall weekend in North Salem and the surrounding area. Festivities abound, from an author talk at the Ruth Keeler Library to the 2nd annual North Salem Arts & Food Festival. Pequenakonck Elementary is hosting its annual Harvest Fair, the Ridgefield Library is holding its annual children's book fair, the Brewster, Katonah and South Salem Fire Departments all are hosting open houses and there is more than one music festival on the calendar. In short: you won't be bored this weekend. Read on for our top picks.

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16 things to do this weekend: Friday, Oct 14 - Sunday, Oct 16

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Keeler Library Author Talk: Max Tucci, author of The Delmonico Way: Sublime Entertaining and Legendary Recipes from the Restaurant that made New York - Sun Oct 16 3:30 pm

Author Talk -  The Delmonico Way: Sublime Entertaining and Legendary Recipes from the Restaurant that made New York by Max Tucci - Tucci will sell and sign books in-person at the library. [more details]

Other Events

Lewisboro Land Trust: October Toddler Hike - Fri Oct 14 9:30 am

Toddlers can socialize while exploring the preserve that will be changing with the season. This program allows toddlers to walk at their own pace, stopping to explore along the way. The expansive meadow and felled oak tree are a wonderful spot to observe the changes they see in the landscape, fostering a keen awareness of seasons and the cycles of nature. October is a time of change, and much of the foliage will be changing color. Sturdy shoes and layers are recommended. [more details]

Ridgefield Library: Children's Book Sale - Fri Oct 14 10:00 am

The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to save the dates for their upcoming Big Book Sales. Lots of great choices for readers of all interests!Children's Book Sale:FRIDAY October 14th from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (10:00am– 12:00pm $10 entry, free to members of the Friends) [more details]

Ridgefield Library: Children's Book Sale - Sat Oct 15 9:00 am

The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to save the dates for their upcoming Big Book Sales. Lots of great choices for readers of all interests!Children's Book Sale:

FRIDAY October 14th from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (10:00am– 12:00pm $10 entry, free to members of the Friends) [more details]

Katonah Fire Department Open House - Sat Oct 15 10:00 am

It's time for our annual open house! Come down to KFD for fire truck rides, educational giveaways, try on some turnout gear and test out some tools. Don't forget to stay for our live fire demonstration toward the end of the day. Our friends from the NYS Police will be here with their vehicle rollover simulator. Last, come talk to us about joining, we are always looking for new members to help our great community. This is a great opportunity to see and hear about all we do. [more details]

Dig Pink Volleyball Game - Sat Oct 15 10:30 am

Volleyball game to raise money for Breast Cancer. Car wash at Croton Falls Fire Dept. to follow at 2! Table to buy food, drinks and extra goodies! [more details]

South Salem Fire Dept 15th Annual Open House - Sat Oct 15 11:00 am

South Salem Fire Department's 15th Annual Open House. Fire apparatus tours, live demonstrations, seat belt convincer, ice cream truck, blood pressure screenings, K9 team demos, food & refreshments, face painting, fire truck bounce house, fire safety trailer. [more details]

Pequenakonck Elementary School Harvest Fair - Sat Oct 15 12:00 pm

Pequenakonck Elementary School's Harvest Fair is the school's annual fundraising event, hosted by the PTO. Activities will take place from 12P-3P and will include food & drinks, music, games, prizes and more. [more details]

Hilltop Hanover Farm: Views, Brews & BBQ - Sat Oct 15 1:00 pm

Join the Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center for an autumn afternoon of great food, music & craft beer tasting!  [more details]

Muscoot Farm Pick-A-Pocket - Sat Oct 15 1:00 pm

It’s a story-telling adventure with our special guest, Sue Moga (a former Muscoot Farm manager). Attend the 1 p.m.-1:30 p.m. or 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m. time slot. Meet in the activity building. [more details]

The Bedford Music Festival - Sat Oct 15 3:30 pm

Enjoy the fall weather and some great music at the Bedford Music Festival! Hosted by destination 39.3, a newfound organization created to foster a greater sense of community in the Bedford area, the outdoor festival features performances from several local bands, with Grammy-nominated band Spin Doctors headlining the show. In addition to music, John Jay Homestead will host A Taste of Bedford, a menagerie of local restaurants and vendors showcasing their fare.  [more details]

Westchester Bluegrass Club presents "The Jacob Jolliff Band " - Sat Oct 15 6:30 pm

Over the Years Jacob Jolliff  has had the pleasure of sharing the Stage with Tony Trischka, Michael Daves, Sam Bush, The David Grisman quintet to name a few. He is currently on tour with his band featuring some of the Hottest Acoustic players in our area! We are so looking forward to his amazing music at the WBC on October 15! 
Doors open 6:30 pm  open mic 7:00pm,  Jacob Jolliff Band 8:00 pm -9:30pm  
Donation:  $25.00 at door or email us at westchesterbluegrassclub@gmail.com [more details]

Ridgefield Library: Children's Book Sale - Sun Oct 16 10:00 am

The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to save the dates for their upcoming Big Book Sales. Lots of great choices for readers of all interests! Children's Book Sale:

FRIDAY October 14 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (10:00am– 12:00pm $10 entry, free to members of the Friends) [more details]

Brewster Fire Department Open House - Sun Oct 16 12:00 pm

Join us for our annual open house! We'll have a bouncy house, vehicle rescue, live burn, Sparky the Fire Dog, school bus safety and fire truck rides. See a snowplow truck with the Town of Southeast Highway Department. Refreshments, raffles, games, fire safety supplies and more. [more details]

Questions & Curiosities of the American Revolution - Sun Oct 16 2:00 pm

The Lewisboro Library is thrilled to have Living History Presenter Joe Ryan for this special celebration of the anniversary of the Revolutionary War. Joe, dressed as a soldier from General George Washington’s army, will discuss battle strategy, weapons used in the Revolutionary War and the daily duties of a common soldier’s life.This program is recommended for adults and teens age 12 and up. Registration is required via the Library website. [more details]

Caramoor: Celebrate dia de los Muertos - Sun Oct 16 3:00 pm

Free Event! Celebrate Día de los Muertos on Sunday October 16, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. No tickets are required, but we ask that you RSVP in our second annual celebration of the holiday Día de los Muertos, Caramoor welcomes Calpulli Mexican Dance Company for a fun-filled afternoon of live music, dance, and stories, all capturing the colorful, passionate, inviting traditions of Latin America. Día de los Muertos combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls’ Day... [more details]

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