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💗 Loving Westchester's Christmas Wind Down: SantaCon, Lasers and Laughter

Plus, Yoga and a Jazzy Brunch for The Grown Ups, and Nature Activities for The Fam

Merry Christmassy Friday folks,

 

The big day has come and gone but the weekend is on the horizon so festivities must continue! Some of you are back at work today so let’s help take your thoughts elsewhere, while some of you are off for a few days and we’re here to help you fill them… outside of coming up with different and novel ways to use your leftovers!

 

We’ll keep this short and sweet… If you celebrated yesterday, we truly hope you had warmth and love around you, a good meal in your belly, and laughter and gratitude throughout your home.

 

And may that continue as we head into the weekend.

 

Bec+Wes

 

 

In today’s edition:

Plus, a message from our partners, QueenBPoker (for all things fun and play) & QueenBHive (for all things comms and brand)!

 

If you would like to chat with us about advertising in Loving Westchester, shoot us an e-mail at [email protected]. We are currently planning our 2026 partnership and content calendar, and love supporting local businesses and events!

 

Let’s go!

💓 The Pulse

Loving Westchester’s Featured Events!

Sat., Dec 27 | The Capitol Theater, Port Chester | 7p | Tickets $20

 

The Capitol Theatre hosts its first fully inclusive concert featuring Robert Randolph, Karina Rykman, and Jennifer Hartswick, welcoming the neurodiverse community with sensory modifications like noise-cancelling headphones, bass pack vests, and a Sensory-Break Area away from the crowd and the music.

 

✨ Planetarium Laser Shows at Hudson River Museum

Fri., Dec 26 - Sun., Jan 4 (excl. New Year’s Day) | Hudson River Museum, Yonkers | Times vary | Tickets $25; Members and Youth (ages 3–18) $16; includes general admission.

 

Hudson River Museum’s Planetarium Laser Show schedule ramps up this weekend with the final showings of Holiday Magic & Nutcracker Fantasy today, followed by shows inspired by Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift and The Beatles with choreographed laser visuals. Check here for the full laser schedule which includes Beyoncé shows early next week!

Thanks to our partner, QueenBPoker!

 

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📆 What’s Happening?

Family Fun!

Fri., Dec 26 | Westchester Children’s Museum, Rye | Included with museum admission

 

Head down to Westchester Children’s Museum in Rye today to continue the celebrations with holiday themed storytimes (10a & 5p), ‘Move Like A Snowman’ yoga (10.30-11a, ages 3-6) and a Makerspace session for winter arts & crafts (3-5p).

 

🎨 Shake It Off Character Holiday Craft and Dance Party

Sat., Dec 27 | Shake It Off, 365 Central Park Avenue, Scarsdale | 10-10.45a | Click here for tickets

 

Join Shake It Off this Saturday for a festive celebration with everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler. The morning event features character visits, music, dancing and crafting stations, suited for 1.5-5 year olds.

 

🦉 Meet Live Owls!

Sat., Dec 27 | Ossie Davis Theater, New Rochelle Library | 11-11.45a | Free

 

Get an in-depth look into the world of owls! This discovery program lets kids ages 6+ observe these common but rarely-seen nocturnal hunters up close and learn about their hunting techniques. Children must be accompanied by an adult. First come, first served, so arrive early!

 

🏀 Westchester Knicks Host Two

Sat., Dec 27 & Sun., Dec 28 | Westchester County Center, White Plains | 7p | Tickets linked below

 

The New York Knicks’ G-League affiliate Westchester Knicks host the New Orleans Pelicans affiliate Birmingham Squadron for two games at Westchester County Center this weekend, Saturday at 7p and Sunday at 7p.

 

Sun., Dec 28 | Westmoreland Sanctuary, Mount Kisco | 1-3p | $10 per child

 

Westmoreland Sanctuary combines indoor wildlife encounters with outdoor winter adventure in this two-hour program. Meet the sanctuary's resident animals up close, then head out on a guided nature hike to discover how local plants and wildlife adapt to the winter season.

 

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

Fri., Dec 26 | The Grand, Croton-on-Hudson | 8-10p | Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door, $20 premium seating.

 

Described by Lana Del Rey as having “one of the most beautiful singing voices in the world,” Holly Macve brings her quietly spellbinding voice to The Grand. A perfectly intimate and atmospheric post-holiday night out without the chaos.

 

Sat., Dec 27 | Downtown Yonkers | From 4p | Free (apart from what you purchase at each stop)

 

If you fancy something a little more active, but still festive, Downtown Yonkers may be the answer. A new, community holiday experience celebrates local businesses, bringing the community together (dressed up or not!) for a tour of various bars and restaurants in the area. Beginning with a family friendly stop at Dos Marias at 4p, followed by checking in at Yonkers Brewing at 5p for wristbands and event passports, you’ll then be on your way for a guided route, as leisurely as you like, taking in various Yonkers offerings. You can warm up after 9p with some live music at Yonkers Brewing to end the evening, too.

 

Sun., Dec 28 | Philipse Manor Hall, Yonkers | 10.30a | Tickets $18

 

Shake off the holiday rush with a gentle, and wonderfully atmospheric, yoga class in the sunlit Gothic Chamber of the beautiful Philipse Manor Hall. Instructor Gilbert Rodriguez leads an open-level Hatha class with low-impact, stress-releasing movements, spine-lengthening stretches, and breathwork to build flexibility, strength, and calm. A perfect antidote if you’ve spent the past week running around or you’re currently in clean up and recovery mode! All levels welcome, registration required.

 

Sun., Dec 28 | Jazz On Main, Mount Kisco | 12p | No cover, $25pp minimum spend on food and drinks

 

Wind down your week with brunch set to the backdrop of some laid-back live music at Jazz On Main. New York pianist and singer Maya Shaw, who has been compared to Marilyn Monroe, Nancy Sinatra, and Kate Bush, brings vintage glamour to Mount Kisco with an elegant performance to take you somewhere else this Sunday. From French toast to French 75s, it may be just the perfect way to wrap your week!

 

🤣 Westchester’s Weekend Comedy

  • Hard Headed Comedy… featuring sets from veteran comedians Sonya Vai, Michael Brigante, Kevin Israel and Luz Michelle | Fri., Dec 26 | Captain Lawrence Barrel House, Mount Kisco | 7p | Tickets $28.52

  • Cipha Sounds… the NYC comedy scene headlining regular brings his unique set to West Nyack | Fri., Dec 26 - Sun., Dec 28 | Levity Live, West Nyack

  • Comedy From Scratch… the award-winning comedy show returns to The Idea Kitchen, featuring Erik Bergstrom, Laura High and host Ben Asher | Sat., Dec 27 | The Idea Kitchen, Larchmont | 8p | Tickets from $28.52

  • Bakers Dozen… free comedy show featuring Chris Hopkins-Ward, Jackson Colvin, Noa Barsky, Luis Salazar & Elvis Skenderi | Sun., Dec 28 | Run & Hide Brewing Co., Port Chester | 5p | Free

  • TriState Stand Up… open mic hosted by Jess Xu | Sun., Dec 28 | Wolf & Warrior Brewing Company, White Plains | 6p | Free, $10 bar tab minimum

 

 

The Beat

Westchester’s Live Music Scene

Partnered With QueenBHive

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Thanks for reading Loving Westchester!

 

We’re really enjoying putting this together twice a week and hope you enjoy reading it. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again… we love to hear from you! You can reach us at [email protected].

 

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Until next time,