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šŸ€ The World Cup & NBA Finals Join Westchester's Planet Parade

A blues rock legend in the making takes The Cap stage this Friday, DEVO tonight

Hello, Westchester!
 

It’s a week of massive objects coming together. The theme is undeniable but one might impact you more than the other…
 
First, we get a ā€œplanet paradeā€ with Venus and Jupiter aligning in the early evening sky tonight, joined then by Mercury from June 11. The planets should be visible to the naked eye above the western / northwestern horizon and best viewed 45 minutes after sunset.
 
As you might have guessed, that’s the least impactful of the two.
 
The other alignment sees both the NBA Finals and the World Cup descend on the New York Metro area when the Knicks play host to the Spurs on Wednesday night at MSG and Brazil and Morocco kick-off from MetLife Stadium on Saturday. Both events are expected to turn the city upside down in the short term with transit officials recommending commuters work from home when possible.
 
Anticipation and ticket prices for both events are… ahem… astronomical. As of writing, the cheapest seat at MSG for Wednesday’s Knicks game will set you back $9,741, a price that StubHub refers to as ā€œGreat". A ticket to Saturday’s Brazil / Morocco match is, by comparison, a much more affordable $1,697. NJ Transit didn’t want to miss the supply and demand fun and are charging $98 for a round-trip ticket from Penn Station to MetLife on match days, 7.5 times the normal ticket price for that trip. ā€œGreat.ā€ If you’re reading that and thinking of attending both events (train trip included), a commercial flight to space starts at about $450,000 if you want to get in on the planet parade. Decisions decisions.
 
If you’d rather watch those events from the comfort of your own home, we don’t blame you one bit. We will, however, be catching a star this Friday when Gary Clark Jr. comes to The Capitol Theatre. We’re giving away two tickets on our Instagram page and would love for you to join us. Check out entry details here.
 
In the spirit of the weekly theme, here’s some Gary Clark Jr. Enjoy.


Bec+Wes
 

 

In today’s edition:

  • Featured events… ā€œWhip Itā€ live as DEVO takes the stage at The Cap

  • Family fun… event calendars are filling up, Shake It Off’s drop off party unlocks your Friday night

  • Grown ups & date nights… sure, there’s a national day for everything, but this rosĆ© day celebration on the beach deserves some attention

  • Live music beat… ā€œI haven’t seen someone like that since Jimiā€ Eric Clapton referring to The Cap’s Friday act, Gary Clark Jr.

  • Community spotlight… a new section where your Westchester neighbors share events, gigs, jobs, and more. Share yours →

  • Worth a drive from Ardsley Car Wash… World Cup fever hits LEGOLAND

  • Where the heart is… 1.5 acres in Yorktown, surrounded by nature, list price nearly $200k under Zestimate.

Plus, a message from our partners, WingWoman by QueenBHive, giving you, your business, or brand the visibility and support it needs, and QueenBPoker, hosting your epic game night.

 

Now let’s get to it!

šŸ’“ The Pulse

Loving Westchester’s Featured Events!

šŸŽø DEVO
Tue., Jun. 9 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | $75+
 
New Wave icons and ā€œWhip Itā€ creators, DEVO, return to Port Chester tonight as part of their ā€œMutate, Don’t Stagnateā€ tour. This is a rare chance to see a group that shaped the entire DNA of modern art-rock. Opening support from Rock Academy's teen touring band.
New Wave history. Port Chester tonight →
 
🌸 Art in Bloom
Thu., Jun. 11 – Sun., Jun. 14 | Katonah Museum of Art, Katonah | Fri. 3p-8p, Sat.-Sun. 10a-5p | Ticket prices vary
 
Local artists and floral designers pair original works with living flower interpretations in this four-day event at Katonah Museum of Art. The weekend starts with a Thursday opening reception with weekend workshops from Wave Hill, a garden luncheon, and family programs.
Flowers arranged to mirror the art on the walls. Four days, starting Thursday evening at Katonah Museum →
 
🦸 Undiscovered Realm Comic Con
Sat., Jun. 13 – Sun., Jun. 14 | Westchester County Center, White Plains | Sat. 10a-7p, Sun. 10a-5p | $35+ (kids 12 and under free)
 
Westchester's largest annual comic con returns with celebrity guests Charlie Cox and Brett Gelman headlining autograph sessions, plus gaming tournaments, a kids zone, and hundreds of vendors covering comics, anime, collectibles, and more. The Saturday night afterparty at Yonkers Brewing features acoustic performances by Wheatus and Thomas Ian Nicholas.
Daredevil himself signs autographs in White Plains and the kid from Rookie of the Year rocks the afterparty →

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šŸ“† What’s Happening?

Family Fun!

šŸŽµ Groove @ Park
Tue., Jun. 9 (9:30a) & Thu., Jun. 11 (9:30a & 10:30a) | Addison Park, Larchmont | $40
 
Groove Family Music's outdoor all-ages jam series continues this week at Addison Park. Songs about sunny days, new friends, and the season… blankets and instruments welcome.
 
šŸŽ” Playland Park Now Open Wed.-Sun.
Now through Sept. | Playland Park, Rye | Check the link for daily hours and tickets
 
Playland is no longer just a weekend destination. The park is now open Wednesday through Sunday, with midweek hours running 10a-3p and extended evening hours on Fridays.
 
⚽ Westchester Soccer Club vs. Fort Wayne FC
Wed., Jun. 10 | The Stadium at Memorial Field, Mount Vernon | 7p | $12.45+
 
Westchester SC return home to host Fort Wayne SC in USL League One action at Memorial Field. Tons of free parking around the stadium and great food truck options. Get into the global soccer spirit without leaving your home county.
 
⚽ World Cup Opening + Sticker Exchange
Thu., Jun. 11 | Westchester Children's Museum, Rye | 3p-5p | Included with admission
 
Kids design their own international team flags and contribute to a collaborative community art project celebrating the start of the World Cup. Hands-on, all ages, right on the Rye waterfront.
 
⚽ White Plains Soccer Fest
Various dates, Jun. 11 – Jul. 11 | Downtown White Plains | Check link for schedule details
 
The World Cup kicks off this week and White Plains is celebrating all summer long with soccer-related events across the city. June highlights include soccer themed bingo, a FC 26 teen video game competition and the Soccer Fest block party.
 
šŸŽŖ Parents Night Out
Fri., Jun. 12 | Shake It Off, Scarsdale | 5:30p-8:30p | $25+
 
Drop-off evening for ages 3-8 at Scarsdale's bounce and play studio. Kids get summer-themed games, crafts, and bounce time while parents get three hours to themselves!
 
šŸŽ­ Willy Wonka Kids
Fri., Jun. 12 (7p), Sat., Jun. 13 (12p) | Yorktown Stage, Yorktown Heights | $24+
 
Young performers ages 6-11 bring the candy factory to life in this stage adaptation featuring songs including "Pure Imagination" and "The Candy Man."
 
šŸŽØ Honest Art 5th Annual Community Appreciation Party
Sat., Jun. 13 | Honest Art, Ardsley | 1p-4p | Free
 
Honest Art opens its doors to say thank you to the community that has supported it for five years with complimentary art projects, a bounce house, face painting, live music from Bach 2 Rock Scarsdale, food from Stagioni, and dessert from Carvel Ardsley.
 
🐓 Horse Grooming at Muscoot Farm
Sun., Jun. 14 | Muscoot Farm, Katonah | 1:30p-2:30p | $22.50
 
Hands-on program for ages 12 and up where kids learn to brush and groom Haley, the farm's resident horse. Pre-registration required.

 

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

šŸ“š Tell Me Everything: A Fireside Chat with Carola Lovering
Wed., Jun. 10 | Bedford Post Inn, Bedford | 6p-8p | $64.80+
 
An intimate evening with the author behind Tell Me Lies and her latest novel Bye, Baby, including a cocktail hour, Q&A, and audience mingling. VIP tickets include a signed copy of the new book.
 
🄃 Scotch and Smoke: A Father's Day Whisky Experience
Thu., Jun. 11 | Westchester Wine Warehouse, White Plains | 6p-7p | $54.95
 
A guided tasting in the private tasting room featuring Lagavulin, Oban, and Johnnie Walker. This one-hour Father's Day preview covers regional character, production, and the craft behind Scotland's most celebrated whiskies.
 
🌈 Friday Night Pride
Fri., Jun. 12 | Warburton Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson | 6p-9p | Free
 
Hastings closes Warburton Avenue for a full evening of live music at the VFW Plaza, a giant rainbow slide, face painting, kids' crafts, food vendors, and community art. The night kicks off with a pre-event at Good Witch at 3:45p.
 
šŸŽø Farm-Fresh Iced Coffee Workshop
Sat., Jun. 13 | Hilltop Hanover Farm, Yorktown Heights | 1p-2:30p | $17.85
 
Hands-on class at a working farm where you select your beans, learn the brewing process, and leave with your own flavored iced coffee creation.
 
šŸ· RosĆ© in Rye
Sat., Jun. 13 | The Barley Beach House, Rye | 6p-9p | $49.27+
 
National RosƩ Day on the waterfront beach deck with unlimited rosƩ tastings, frozen frosƩs, a full island buffet, passed apps, and live acoustic music from Sue and the Fun Ghouls.
 
🌿 Summer Kickoff
Sun., Jun. 14 | Wainwright House, Rye | 12:30p-4p | $15-$25 (free for members)
 
Lawn party overlooking Milton Harbor with live music from Paul Jensen and New Panic, craft beer tastings, and lawn games. Father's Day Dad + Me portraits on-site.
 
🌿 Croquet, Cookies and Lemonade Fundraiser at Merestead
Sun., Jun. 14 | Merestead Estate, Mount Kisco | 3p-5p | $10 suggested donation
 
Live music, lawn croquet, and lemonade on the grounds of a stunning Westchester County Park estate. Proceeds support programming and restoration at the historic property.

 

 

The Beat… Westchester’s Live Music Scene

 

šŸŽø Gary Clark Jr.
Fri., Jun. 12 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | $55+
 
Four-time Grammy winner Gary Clark Jr. brings his raw, blues rock sound to Port Chester behind his latest album JPEG RAW. We’ve seen him play in Dublin, having already been fans of his, and were blown away by his live performance. It’ll be powerful, it’ll be loud, and it’ll very likely be some of the best blues guitar you’ve ever heard live.
We'll be there Friday. Two tickets up for grabs on Instagram today →

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šŸ¦– Bruce Beginnings Junior: Dino Digs
Wed., Jun. 10 | Bruce Museum, Greenwich | 10a-10:45a | Free with admission
 
Program for ages 12-30 months tied to the museum's current Six Extinctions exhibition. Songs, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity introduce the youngest visitors to dinosaurs and fossils.
 
🦁 Free Admission Wednesdays at the Bronx Zoo
Every Wed. | Bronx Zoo, Bronx | All day | Free (limited admission)
 
Free limited admission every Wednesday, covering general entry and most of the park's 265 acres. Advance tickets are required through the link above; additional cost for premium attractions. We’ve tried this out and it worked great!
 
🧱 FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience at LEGOLAND New York
Jun. 11 – Jul. 19 | LEGOLAND New York, Goshen | Park hours | Included with admission ($49+)
 
LEGOLAND hosts World Cup party built around LEGO bricks where guests can design their own jersey on the Heroes of Play wall, score on a LEGO goalkeeper, take a photo with a brick-built FIFA trophy, and meet LEGO soccer legends.

šŸ”¦ Community Spotlight

Local events, announcements, and opportunities submitted by your Westchester neighbors
 

Clueless… Video Vault, in collaboration with LMC Media and A-Sides with Jon Chattman, brings the 90s classic back to the big screen at Mamaroneck Cinemas, Thursday, June 11, 7p. 

The Comedy Ward returns to New Rochelle’s 18th Ward Brewing with sets from Sheri Ciprane, Brittany Carney, Ethan Filler, and hosts Francesca Maglione and Andrew Steiner. Friday, June 12, 8:30p. Free.
 

šŸ” Where the Heart Is

Incredible homes are listed in Westchester every week. Here’s one that caught our eye

 

The Key Details: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,180 square feet on 1.47 acres ($344 / square foot)
 
What We Love About It: If you’re interested in North County living, this home lends itself to all the reasons why. It’s sitting on a ton of land, just shy of 1.5 acres, with mature specimen plants and trees - surrounded by nature with Turkey Mountain Preserve, New Croton Reservoir, Muscoot Farm, and Lasdon Gardens nearby - at a list price way below what you’d see further south. In fact, the list price is nearly $200,000 below the ā€œZestimateā€ if you put much faith in that figure. Roll that up with a short commute to multiple train options and staples King Kone and Br’ers BBQ and you have something definitely worth taking a look at!
 

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See you Friday,