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šŸ” Drew Barrymore Lists Harrison Estate & Westchester SC Faces a Top MLS Club

David Sedaris humors the Paramount and we go Way, Way Back with a film producer in Bedford

April 07, 2026

Hello, Westchester!

 

We hope you had a lovely Easter/spring break, however it looked for you, and that you managed to take moments out to enjoy yourself! For us, there was the usual schedule chaos, some chocolate for breakfast, and dance parties between work calls but ultimately we found a lovely amount of time to truly be together.

 

When we werenā€™t out and about around Westchester, and a few trips beyond that we canā€™t wait to share with you, we were at home taking it in through the TV series, ā€˜Your Friends & Neighborsā€™. If youā€™ve been watching, youā€™ll recognize more than a few familiar spotsā€¦ Rye, Harrison, Briarcliff... Itā€™s always a bit of fun seeing home on screen, and the second season just dropped!

 

Speaking of neighbors, weā€™ve got a couple of new ones on the horizon. Maman is opening its first Westchester location in Rye in the coming months (yay), taking over the former Snackery space, and Drew Barrymoreā€™s Harrison estate has hit the marketā€¦ which likely means a new, very interesting resident could be on the way.

 

This week, thereā€™s plenty to get intoā€¦ whether youā€™re still in the thick of spring break or back in the swing of thingsā€¦ thereā€™s a David Sedaris night at the Paramount, a brewery birthday bash, workshops, screenings, Willy Wonka, WWE NXT, a poetry festival, an inaugural restaurant week just a short ā€˜hopā€™ away, and so much more!

 

Go have fun, and see you again Friday!

 

Bec+Wes

 

 

In todayā€™s edition:

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Letā€™s go!

šŸ’“ The Pulse

Loving Westchesterā€™s Featured Events!

Tue., Apr. 7 | Bedford Playhouse, Bedford | 7p | $20

 

The 2013 coming-of-age comedy starring Sam Rockwell and Steve Carell screens at the Bedford Playhouse, followed by a conversation with Bedford-based producer Kevin Walsh about his career and the making of the film.

 

Fri., Apr. 10 | The Masters School, Dobbs Ferry | 6-8p

 

The Hudson Valley Writers Center marks National Poetry Month with its annual festival, this year featuring acclaimed poets Kimiko Hahn, Lauren Camp, Samyak Shertok, and Phylisha Villanueva.

 

Fri., Apr. 10 | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, Peekskill | 8p | $64+

 

Bestselling humorist and essayist David Sedaris brings his reading tour to the Paramount for an evening of new and classic works drawn from his sharp comic observations on family, travel, and everyday absurdity.

Thanks to our partner, QueenBPoker!

 

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šŸ“† Whatā€™s Happening?

Family Fun!

Tue., Apr. 7 | Westchester Children's Museum, Rye | 3-5p

 

Westchester Children's Museum marks World Health Day with an afternoon of themed programming that celebrates healthy habits with fun, creative activities.

 

šŸ§± Let's Go Legos: Crayon Challenge at New Rochelle Public Library

Wed., Apr. 8 | New Rochelle Public Library, New Rochelle | Free

 

New Rochelle Library hosts a free-build Lego & Duplo session for ages 2-12 this Wednesday. This weekā€™s session challenge is to create a crayon out of the building blocks.

 

šŸ§¶ Teen Craft: PokĆ©mon Egg Charms at Rye Free Reading Room

Fri., Apr. 10 | Rye Free Reading Room, Rye | 4-5p | Free

 

Teens in grades 6-12 paint and design their favorite PokƩmon onto an egg and turn it into a charm in this after-school drop-in craft at the Rye Free Reading Room.

 

Fri., Apr. 10 | Shake It Off, Scarsdale | 5:30-8:30p | $35+

 

Drop off kids ages 3-8 for a Willy Wonka-themed evening at Shake It Off in Scarsdale and enjoy a night out. Children make their own custom chocolate bar, play themed games, and dance with friends in this supervised event.

 

Fri., Apr. 10 | Westchester County Center, White Plains | 7:30p | $35+

 

WWE's NXT brand makes its first-ever appearance at the Westchester County Center, featuring current champion Joe Hendry, North American champion Ethan Page, women's champion Jacy Jayne, and a full card of NXT's rising roster.

 

Tue., Apr. 14 | The Stadium at Memorial Field, Mount Vernon | 7:30p | $19+

 

Mark your calendars! Our professional soccer club, Westchester SC, host MLS side New York City Football Club in the third round of the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Itā€™ll be the first ever match featuring an MLS club in Westchester County.

 

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

Thu., Apr. 9 | Bedford Books, Bedford | 6:30p | $23.18

 

Bestselling novelist Grant Ginder discusses his new book So Old, So Young, a multigenerational story following six college friends across five parties and twenty years, in conversation with Bedford Books owner Fran Hauser. Limited tickets remaining.

 

Thu., Apr. 9 | Westmoreland Sanctuary, Mount Kisco | 7-9p | $65

 

This workshop at Westmoreland Sanctuary teaches participants to create arrangements using forced bulbs and spring blooms, with design coaching and talks on nature and sustainability from the sanctuary's executive director and conservation director.

 

Fri., Apr. 10 | Gleasonā€™s, Peekskill | 7:30-10:30p | $20

 

An inclusive community dance night in Peekskill featuring the Brooklyn-based DJ Vega, spinning house, hip-hop, R&B, funk, and disco. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the nonprofit Ossining Padres Hispanos.

 

šŸ» Soul Brewing Turns 6

Sat., Apr. 11 | Soul Brewing Company, Pleasantville | 1-10p

 

Join Soul Brewing this Saturday as it celebrates its 6th anniversary. Specialty brews will be released, vinyl records will be spinning, and one of our favorites, FarmEats, will be there slinging BBQ. Itā€™s a party you wonā€™t want to miss!

 

Sat., Apr. 11 | Friends Waterfront Bar & Grill, Mahopac | 8p | $32.78

 

Calling all show tune and musical lovers! Gotta Sing: BROADWAY hosts a sing-along this Saturday night at Mahopacā€™s Friends Waterfront Bar & Grill. Unlike karaoke, lyrics fill the whole room and everyone sings together to the original cast recordings, no solo mic required. Events are geared for GenXers, Baby Boomers and beyond.

 

 

The Beatā€¦ Westchesterā€™s Live Music Scene

 

Featured Gig

 

Thu., Apr. 16 | Shames JCC on the Hudson, Tarrytown | 7:30p | $40+

 

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb performs an intimate acoustic set at the Shames JCC, playing hits including "Stay (I Missed You)" and newer work in a listening room setting.

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šŸš— Worth a Drive

Tue.-Sun., Apr. 7-12 | Heritage Financial Park, Wappingers Falls | Times & tickets vary

 

The New York Yankees High-A affiliate Hudson Valley Renegades kick off the first homestand of the 2026 season. Opening week promotions include: fireworks night, live music, running bases for the kids, and free jersey night. Check the link above for promos and tickets.

 

Tue.-Sun., Apr. 7-12 | City Island Avenue, Bronx | Various hours | Prices vary by restaurant

 

City Island's first-ever Restaurant Week brings special menus to 15 participating spots along the waterfront, from seafood institutions and a smokehouse to an Irish pub, Greek taverna, and Italian eatery.

šŸ” Where the Heart Is

Incredible homes are listed in Westchester every week. Hereā€™s one that caught our eye

 

Listing Courtesy of Kori Sassower (Principal Agent, Compass)

Hollywood meets Harrison! Drew Barrymore's 12-acre gated estate just hit the market, and we spoke with Principal Agent Kori Sassower of Compass to learn more about this rare offering.

 

Interest has been global - Kori notes inquiries from London, Los Angeles, and Texas, with buyers drawn to the property's privacy and unique "family compound" layout. The estate includes three structures (a main house dating to 1747, plus guest cottage and finished pool house) across five subdivided lots, which can be maintained as one sprawling property or individually sold - an uncommon flexibility for an estate of this scale.

 

The main residence blends pre-Revolutionary history with thoughtful modern updates, while the grounds offer level lawns, wooded areas, and a resort-style pool surrounded by wildflower gardens. Listed at $4,995,000, it's one of the largest privately-held parcels in Southern Westchester.

 

The estate sits minutes from Harrison Metro-North (35 minutes to Grand Central), the Hutch, and local favorites Laughing Horse Coffee & Tea and CafƩ Deux. Check out the photos and video walkthrough - they're stunning. Who knows who our new neighbor might be?!

 

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Until next time,