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❤ Spring Break Special: A Beachfront Egg Hunt & Cinematic Strings

Plus, Mario returns in a Super sequel, we check out an Irvington BBQ joint, and look ahead to a Hudson brews cruise

March 31, 2026

 

Hello, Westchester!

 

If your house feels a little louder than usual… you’re not alone. Spring Break has kicked in, routines are loosening, and while some are heading away, others are leaning into a stay-at-home version of it wherever possible.

 

Easter holiday vibes filled our weekend, kicking off with a glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt and crafts at Shake It Off on Friday night (a first for our smallest, who also met Bluey… a very big deal). Saturday started with an unexpected coffee find… a blueberry pancake latte at Momo’s Café that was genuinely next level. We also discovered Hannah’s Banana Pudding, which didn’t last long. Strong approval from our resident eight-year-old connoisseur.

 

From there, Connor McGinn’s studio sale… as good as ever. A space full of people, pieces, and soon-to-be well-loved additions to kitchens across the county. Followed, naturally, by a proper post-sale feast… more on that in Eats-chester below!

 

All of which is to say, if you’re around this week, you’re in a very good spot. We’ve made sure there’s a strong mix of family-friendly events to keep the little ones entertained, along with a few options to carve out something for yourself too.

 

Let’s get into it…

 

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In today’s edition:

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Let’s go!

💓 The Pulse

Loving Westchester’s Featured Events!

Fri., Apr. 3 | Stew Leonard's, Yonkers | 4-5:30p | $20

 

Kids create slime at this spring break workshop hosted by Stew Leonard's, with a spread of glitter, foam balls, colored pigments, and other sensory ingredients for each batch. WOW! The Cow joins as host, with juice and chips served.

 

Sat., Apr. 4 | The Barley Beach House, Rye | Timed entry & tickets vary

 

The Barley Beach House hosts an Easter Saturday celebration with a beach egg hunt, pancakes, a bounce castle, a magic show, and a visit from Benny the Bunny and Dylan & Cherie’s K-Pop Girls.

 

Sat., Apr. 18 | R.M.S. Cruises, Charles Point Park Fleischmann Pier, Peekskill | 4-7p | $125

 

Board a three-hour Hudson River cruise with unlimited beer samples from seven local breweries, including Captain Lawrence, Industrial Arts, Wolf & Warrior, and more. Tickets include food and musical entertainment.

Thanks to our partner, QueenBPoker!

 

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📆 What’s Happening?

Family Fun!

Wed., Apr. 1 | Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Pleasantville | 12-1p | $4 per child

 

This spring break program for ages 4 and up takes a close look at how plants grow, using fruits and vegetables to explore the different parts of a plant through taste and observation with a take-home planted seed.

 

🎬 The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: Opening Week

Opening Wed., Apr. 1 | Theaters everywhere | Showtimes & tickets vary

 

The follow-up to the 2023 blockbuster sends Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Rosalina on an intergalactic adventure beyond the Mushroom Kingdom. Super Mario Galaxy hits theaters on Wednesday as the most anticipated family movie of the year.

 

Fri., Apr. 3 | Treehouse Play Place, Westchester | Timed sessions | $50

 

Treehouse Play Place hosts a spring party and egg hunt for children ages 5 and under with open play, soft play for babies, face painting, games, and seasonal surprises. Four 90-minute sessions run throughout the day, from 9a to 3:45p.

 

Fri., Apr. 3 | Tarrytown Music Hall, Tarrytown | 1:30p | $14

 

Tarrytown Music Hall Academy students in grades 2 and up take the stage in a spring break production of The SpongeBob Musical, directed and choreographed by Broadway's Lauryn Ciardullo.

 

Fri.-Sat., Apr. 3-4 | Harvest Moon Farm and Orchard, North Salem | Timed sessions | $26.65

 

Children ages 9 and under hunt for prize-redemption eggs this Friday and Saturday, with toddlers in a fenced area and older kids exploring the orchard. Every child receives a basket, bunny ears, and a visit with the Easter Bunny.

 

Sat., Apr. 4 | Sugar Hill Farm, Bedford Hills | 10a-12p

 

Westchester Land Trust opens its food pantry garden for a family-friendly morning of planting, storytelling with Farmer Marc and nature crafts. Guests plant the first seeds of the season, take home free seeds, and learn about volunteering.

 

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

Tue., Mar. 31 | Jacob Burns Film Center, Pleasantville | 7p | $13+

 

Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Seeds follows three generations of farming families in the American South, screening today at Jacob Burns Film Center. Producer Danielle Varga joins for a conversation after the film.

 

Thu., Apr. 2 | Zachys Wine & Liquor, Port Chester | 6-7p | $50

 

Sommelier and winemaker Davis Steller leads a guided tasting through Spain's most important wine regions, grapes, and traditions, from Rioja and Ribera del Duero to Cava.

 

Thu., Apr. 2 | Captain Lawrence Brewing Company, Elmsford | 6:30p | $85

 

Mindfully trim your way into the art of bonsai with one of the very popular and fun, hands-on workshops from Bonsai Bar. This beginner-friendly event includes a Dwarf Jade tree, so grab a local brew and get to snipping!

 

🎮 Disney Princess Trivia Night at Wolf & Warrior Brewing

Thu., Apr. 2 | Wolf & Warrior Brewing, White Plains | 7:30p

 

Wolf & Warrior hosts its weekly trivia night with a Disney Princess theme, putting your knowledge of Cinderella, Moana, Ariel, and the whole royal roster to the test over a round of locally brewed craft beer.

 

Sat., Apr. 4 | Emelin Theatre, Mamaroneck | 6p | $52+

 

The Highline String Quartet performs a 60-minute candlelit tribute to Hans Zimmer, moving through scores from Inception, Gladiator, Interstellar, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more.

 

 

The Beat… Westchester’s Live Music Scene

 

Featured Gig

 

Sat., Apr. 4 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | $65+

 

Grammy-winning jazz artist Diana Krall comes to the Cap, blending piano mastery and effortless phrasing. Krall has collaborated with Tony Bennett, Paul McCartney, and Barbra Streisand across her three-decade career.

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🚗 Worth a Drive

Storm King Art Center

Wed., Apr. 1 | Storm King Art Center, New Windsor | 10a-6p | $20

 

Hudson Valley’s outdoor sculpture museum reopens for its 2026 season, with large-scale works spread across the hills. It’s an easy drive north and a great, outdoors artsy experience for both kids and adults.

 

⚾ NY Yankees Home Opener vs. Miami Marlins

Fri., Apr. 3 | Yankee Stadium, Bronx | 1:35p

 

Aaron Judge and the Yankees begin their quest for the franchise’s 28th World Series title, opening their 2026 home schedule Friday afternoon against the Miami Marlins.

🥩 Eats-chester

We recently checked in with an Irvington ‘farm-to-smoker’ favorite

 

FarmEats BBQ | 48 Main St | Irvington

Brisket, short ribs & beans…

…mac, wings & cornbread.

We’re always looking for reasons to hit the Rivertowns, especially in the ‘offseason’ outside of the Halloween madness when the towns are a bit quieter and you can really dig into them. Well, we found ourselves a new reason and a new place to dig in…

 

A sunny, but chilly afternoon last weekend that started at Connor McGinn’s semi-annual ceramics sale in Tarrytown - hope you were able to score a few pieces like us! - had us on one of our favorite drives in the county up and down Route 9, ending in Irvington. With two little bellies needing to be filled, we dropped in to FarmEats BBQ, smack in the center of Main Street and the feast began.

 

Chef Drew served up an array of BBQ delicacies: brisket, short ribs, wings, sliced chicken, baked beans, mac & cheese and cornbread… all devoured by every single one of us. The sliced chicken, in particular, was a standout and extremely juicy - it was clear it was only just sliced before being brought out. Great food, a super friendly owner, and a view of the Hudson when you leave happy… can’t ask for more, really. And we recommend walking it off down to Matthiessen Park, just leave some energy for the walk back up the hill to the car!

 

You can catch FarmEats at their central Irvington location, as well as the Irvington Farmers Market and Bronxville Farmers Market. You can catch us there, too!

 

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Until next time,