WEEKLY EVENTS IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY PARKS October 4 through 7, 2019.

WEEKLY EVENTS IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY PARKS

October 4 through 7, 2019

FRIDAY, OCT. 4
Playland Park, Playland Pkwy., Rye: (914) 813-7000
Hudson Horrors on the Sound: 7 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
This one-hour, timed-admissions event immerses you in three unique haunt experiences. It uses elements of live theatre and haunted houses to create physical, emotional and psychological experiences. Not recommended for ages 15 and under. No costumes or masks allowed; parental discretion advised. $39.99 and $49.99 per person: hudsonhorrors.com/tickets.

Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Hocus Pocus Movie Trivia: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Test your trivia knowledge and win prizes. Pre-registration required. $5 per person. Call (914) 864-7286 for more details.


SATURDAY, OCT. 5
Playland Park, Playland Pkwy., Rye: (914) 813-7000
Hudson Horrors on the Sound: 7 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
This one-hour, timed-admissions event immerses you in three unique haunt experiences. It uses elements of live theatre and haunted houses to create physical, emotional and psychological experiences. Not recommended for ages 15 and under. No costumes or masks allowed; parental discretion advised. $39.99 and $49.99 per person: hudsonhorrors.com/tickets.

Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers: (914) 864-7282

Hike: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
A trek to learn more about the farm and its trails. Leaves from reception center.
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Art Show: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Works on view from Hudson River Pottery, weekends through October.

Lenoir Preserve, 19 Dudley St., Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Hawk Day: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join the Hudson River Audubon Society from 10 a.m. to noon on the Great Lawn in front of the mansion to search for broad-wing hawks heading south on their 4,300-mile migration to South America. At 1 p.m. there will be a live hawk demonstration with hawks from Pace University.

Marshlands Conservancy, Route 1, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Submit Photos for the Photography Exhibit: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Photographs must have been taken at Marshlands Conservancy, and framed and wired for hanging. This is open to everyone! Also: Oct. 6.

Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322

Migrate, Hibernate, Adapt: 11 a.m.

The seasons are changing and winter is around the corner. Ever wonder how animals make it through the cold winter months? Through reading and activities, we will learn different ways animals have learned to survive. Geared toward younger ages.

Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Playland Park, Rye: (914) 967-8720

Live Birds of Prey: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Join us for master falconer James Eyring and his birds of prey! Have a close encounter with hawks and owls and see them in action. Learn about the natural history of falconry and native raptors’ habitats and adaptations.

SUNDAY, OCT. 6

Playland Park, Playland Pkwy., Rye: (914) 813-7000
Hudson Horrors on the Sound: 7 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
This one-hour, timed-admissions event immerses you in three unique haunt experiences. It uses elements of live theatre and haunted houses to create physical, emotional and psychological experiences. Not recommended for ages 15 and under. No costumes or masks allowed; parental discretion advised. $39.99 and $49.99 per person: hudsonhorrors.com/tickets.

Bronx River Parkway: (914) 995-4050

2019 Westchester Medical Center Healing Half and 10k: 6:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Challenge yourself as you run 13.1 or 6.2 miles along the Bronx River Parkway. The northern portion of the parkway features some rolling hills, while the southern half has some steady inclines. A great closed course for experienced runners and first-timers. All proceeds benefit Westchester Medical Center. Registration and fees at genesisadventures.com.

Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Nearly 30 local farmers offer a variety of produce and other food goods Sundays through October. Vendors at muscootfarm.org.
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Story Craft: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Listen to a story and make a craft. $5; registration required (914) 864-7286.

Croton Point Nature Center, Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5297
Archaeology Day: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Dig in to archaeology! Explore and learn about the past with members of Lower Hudson New York State Archaeology Association. Participate in a dig, rub shoulders with professional archaeologists, see the collections on display. All ages, free to the public.

Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Route 35, Somers: (914) 864-7268

Guided Conservatory Tour: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Join Lasdon’s horticulturist for a tour featuring the Tropical Rainforest exhibit. Learn about rainforests and colorful tropical plants. Tickets can be purchased at the Shop at Lasdon for $7 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under.


MONDAY, OCT. 7
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Bird Walk: 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Come to the farm for an early morning bird walk with Anne Swaim, president of the Saw Mill Audubon. Wear sturdy shows and bring binoculars. Walk leaves from the parking lot.