Community Events by Anthony Stokes Pereira / Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty.

Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty is pleased to present this compilation of autumn events, including Harvest celebrations, Halloween parades, farm stand listings, and foliage tours. We Hope that you enjoy the festivities and foliage of the lovely Hudson Valley!

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Somers, October 19 thru November 1, 11-4 PM - Halloween Show - The main will be decorated with a special huge "Eerie Railroad" Lionel train display. Audrey 2 from the Little Shop of Horrors will be showcased. The dining room will be transformed into its own spooky Flower Shop. Tributes to Hollywood botanical monsters and some special seasonal artworks will also be on display. Muscoot Farm/Main House Gallery, Rte 100. Adults $5, kids 2&up $2. (914) 864-7282.  www.westchestergov.com/parks

White Plains, October 20, 27, 10-2 PM - Bicycle Sundays - The Bronx River Parkway opens to all bicyclists, skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers. No motorized vehicles. From Westchester County Center in White Plains to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. Parking in County Center lot $4.
(914) 995-4050.  www.westchestergov.com/parks

Croton-On-Hudson, October 22-25, 28- November 1, 6-9:30 PM

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze features over 4,000 individually-carved pumpkins lit up throughout wooded walkways, orchards, and gardens of Van Cortland Manor and along the Croton River. Adults $15, Children over 5yrs old $10. Reservations required. (914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org  

Irvington, October 23, 6-8:30 PM - Halloween Hayrides at Matthiessen Park. (914) 591-7736. www.irvingtonny.gov  

Poughkeepsie, October 23-24, 7:30 PM -The Hudson River "Folk" Symphony, written by Kevin F. Becker, will be performed by a chamber orchestra and folk choir at the Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center. The original composition celebrates 400 years of music history in the Hudson Valley and is an official Quadricentennial event. $12. (845) 229-0170.  www.folksymphony.com

Tarrytown, Oct 23, 5-9 PM - BOOFEST - Join us for an interactive evening including barn dancing, a silly 19th century Mansion tour, a fortune teller, story telling witches, trick or treating and a tour of 500 scarecrows. Adults $13, Scout Leaders $12, children 3-12 $8; Scouts $7. Friends of Lyndhurst are half price. Reservations required. (914) 631-4481, ext. 43230.

Sleepy Hollow, October 24-25 - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - "Legend Weekend Nights." At Philipsburg Manor, the grounds become a haunted landscape visited by goblins and ghosts from Hudson Valley folklore. Wander through at your own pace while ghouls, witches, pirates, and apparitions come eerily to life. Jonathan Kruk offers dramatic tales. Adults $15, Children 5-17 $10, seniors $10, 5&under free.  (914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org  

Tarrytown, October 24-25, 10-4 PM - Washington Irving's Sunnyside - Legend Weekend Days. Enjoy games for children, 19th century magic shows, sing-a-longs, puppet shows, Irish ghost stories and other kid-friendly Halloween experiences! Adults $15, Kids (5-17) $10, seniors $10, 5&under Free. 
(914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org

East Fishkill, October 25, 3-5 PM - 9th Annual Halloween Costume Contest and Parade at the Van Wyck Jr. High School. There will be prizes, "Goodie Bags", food, drink and musical entertainment. 
(845) 226-8395. www.eastfishkillny.org

Irvington, October 25 - Halloween Parade. Parade begins in the Immaculate Conception School parking lot at 1:45 PM (line-up at 1:30 PM), and ends in the Main Street School parking lot. Refreshments, trick or treat bags, and music will be provided. Free. (914) 591-7336. www.irvingtonny.gov

Katonah, October 25, 11:30 AM - Halloween Fun! Come join us & enjoy music, donuts & cider, a raffle and activities. Then gather by 2 PM for a parade for all ages. Everyone is invited to parade through the hamlet. The parade starts and ends behind the Village Commons building on Katonah Ave. Free.
(914) 232-2668. www.katonahchamber.org  

Somers, October 25, 1-3 PM - Halloween Parade. The Halloween parade begins in Somers Towne Center and proceeds to Bailey Park. Costume contest, prizes, cider, and donuts. Free. 
(914) 276-2398.

North White Plains, October 26, 11 AM - Hawk Watch at the Quarry - From the top of the quarry we'll have a panoramic view from Valhalla to the Hudson - a view that will hopefully include dozens of migrating hawks. Bring binoculars, a beach chair, a picnic lunch and sunscreen for this relaxing program. Free. Cranberry Lake Preserve. For information on other great events call (914) 428-1005.  www.westchestergov.com/parks

Somers, October 26, 1-3 PM - Scarecrow Making Workshop - Have fun making and decorating a scarecrow at Muscoot Farm. Bring clothes and a hat. Stuffing and burlap will be provided. Pre-registration required. $10 per person. Muscoot Farm, Rte 100. (914) 864-7286.  www.westchestergov.com/parks

White Plains, October 26, 5:30 PM - NoogieFest - Gilda's Club of Westchester. Trick-or-treating, along with several activities including a comedy improv workshop, face painting, cookie decorating, beaded jewelry crafts, wand and mask making, and more. (914) 644-8844.

Yonkers, October 26, 2 PM - The Yonkers Downtown BID presents - 1st Annual Halloween Pet Parade. Bring your pets in costume! Prizes awarded! The parade will be led by Clifford the Big Red Dog from the Amphitheatre adjoining the Yonkers Pier to the Sculpture Meadow and back.
(914) 969-6660.  www.yonkersdowntown.com

Somers, October 27, 1-3 PM - Square Dancing - Kick up your heels with the "Friendly Square." Visitors are invited to join in the dancing or just enjoy the activities. Muscoot Farm, Rte 100. 
(914) 864-7282. www.westchestergov.com/parks

On-going - Rhinebeck, thru October 31, 9:30AM-Dusk

Wonderland Farm. Pick your own pumpkins, gourds and squash. There are more than 30 acres for you and your family to enjoy. Every Sat & Sun. Free. (845) 876-6760. www.wonderlandfarm.com

On-going - Tarrytown, thru October 31, 10:30-3:30 PM - SCARECROW INVASION - Walk among 500 scarecrows representing famous artists and historical figures created by local elementary and intermediate students. Participate in a Scavenger Hunt and enter a raffle to win a family pass to the very popular Lyndhurst Boofest. $5 grounds fee for Adults; free to children 12 and under and for Friends of Lyndhurst. Reservations are not required. (914) 631-4481. www.lyndhurst.org

On-going - Yonkers, thru October 31, Event times vary - Half Moon Fest is coming: The historic Half Moon will be docked at the Yonkers Pier for two weeks. It is a plank-for-plank 85-foot replica of the ship Henry Hudson sailed while exploring the Hudson River in 1609. It will be the centerpiece of many downtown events and will be open for public tours. All events are free. Tour times: 10-4 PM, cost $5 adults, $3 children over 12. (914) 969-6660. www.YonkersDowntown.com  

On-going - Granite Springs, thru November, 9-6 PM - Farmstand - Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Stuart's Farm. Market on Granite Springs Road off Mahopac Avenue with fruits, vegetables, local honey, preserves, flowers, pies and cookies. (914) 245-2784. www.stuartsfarm.com  

On-going - Rhinebeck,  thru November 22, 10-2 PM - Farmers' Market - Every Sunday - The Hudson Valley's premier farmers' market featuring the freshest and best locally grown produce, as well as meats, cheeses, bread, wine, flowers, honey and more! Special events, free tastings & free live music, all season long. Municipal Parking Lot on East Market St. www.rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com

On-going - Yorktown Heights, thru November, 10 AM-4:30 PM - Farmstand. Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm. Visit the farm market every weekend for jams, jellies, honey, pies, donuts, and cider.  (914) 245-5111. www.wilkensfarm.com  

On-going - Ossining, thru December 15, 8:30-2 PM - Visit the Ossining Farmers' Market located at the corner of Main and Spring St. rain or shine every Saturday. Featuring locally grown produce, fruit, organic produce as well as farm raised poultry, meats, grass fed beef and more! (914) 941-3189. www.ossining.com

On-going - Millbrook, Thru December 27, 3 PM - The Hudson Valley -VS- France Wine Tasting Competition. Join us at Oak Summit Vineyard and enjoy a local version of the historic 1976 event! You will be blind tasting and judging 3 Gold Medal Hudson River wines, against 3 Gold Medal French wines of the same varieties. Every Second Sunday of every month by appointment only. Fee: $65. www.oaksummitvineyard.com

To suggest events for inclusion in the holiday guide, please email your event and contact information to: Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty: anthony.stokespereira@randrealty.com

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