Exciting Things to do in Westchester, New York

Through December 23: Artisan Holiday Craft Market
Clay Art Center presents its annual Holiday Market in time for the holiday season. In-person and online shoppers can browse artisan ceramic sculptures, ornaments, tableware made by regional artists and more. The Center will host a special shopping day on December 7,at which guests can meet some of the featured artists, and enjoy ornament painting and seasonal snacks. Shop and gallery hours: Mon. 10am-3pm; Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm.

Through January 11: Exhibition Looks at Portraiture in the Age of the Selfie
Beginning November 30, Portraiture in the Age of Selfies will be on view at Friends’ Gallery at North Castle Public Library. The show emphasizes the “artistic and interpretive power” found in portraiture today despite the prominence and rise of selfies. A public reception will be held on Dec 7 at 2pm. Library hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10am-5:30pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Tues 10am-8pm.

November 22: Comedy Night Features an In-House Art Show
Westchester Collaborative Theater will host a Comedy Night as part of its series that brings New York City comedians to Westchester. The evening will feature two acclaimed comedians: Tom Nemec and headliner Ellen Karis. It will be hosted by comedian Jim Mendrinos. Guests will also have the opportunity to view artworks from Ossining Arts Council on display through December 8. The performance begins at 8pm.

November 23: Show Celebrates the Jewish Legacy of Broadway
Emelin Theatre presents L’Chaim: A Musical Tribute to Jewish Legacy on Broadway, a show that illuminates the contribution and influence of Jewish composers and lyricists in the world of musical theater. Songs from musicals such as West Side Story, The Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz, and more will be performed, and the stories behind these iconic musicals will be revealed. At 8pm.

November 23: Westchester Oratorio Society Fall Concert
The Westchester Oratorio Society presents Arthur Honegger’s King David oratorio for its fall performance. The work is about the biblical story of David, who rises from humble origins as a shepherd and becomes a king. The performance will take place at Mount Kisco Presbyterian Church at 7pm.

November 24: Dance Choreography Showcase in Mamaroneck
Steffi Nossen School of Dance and Center for Movement’s annual choreography showcase will take place at Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck. The showcase brings together notable choreographers, artists, and pre-professional dancers to highlight new work within the community. A Q&A with the performers will follow the showcase. At 4pm.

December 3: Launch Reading for Taylor Swift-Inspired Poetry Book
Over sixty poets, including Pulitzer winner Diane Seuss, will perform at a launch reading for the new collection Invisible Strings: 113 Poets Respond to the Songs of Taylor Swift hosted by Hudson Valley Writers Center. The new anthology is comprised of original poems written in response to songs by pop music phenomenon Taylor Swift. The reading will take place on Zoom at 7pm.

December 4: Learn Stories Behind Italian American Holiday Traditions
Westchester Italian Cultural Center presents Buon Natale: Surprising Stories Behind Beloved Holiday Traditions, an event that reveals the stories behind holiday traditions such as candy canes and stockings, and Italian American holiday traditions like the Feast of the Epiphany. At 6:30pm.

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“Rosalie D. Gagné: A Contemporary Alchemist” at Neuberger Museum of Art
Rosalie D. Gagné: A Contemporary Alchemist, on view at the Neuberger Museum, features interactive installations, sculptures and multi-media pieces, including recent AI experiments.

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More Than a Dozen Classical Music Concerts This November
From orchestral symphonies to intimate chamber concerts, the fall season promises a mix of timeless works and new masterpieces. Here is ArtsNews’ list of upcoming classical music performances.