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Weekend Planner: Teddy Bear Tea Party, Paramount Gala with Peter Frampton and the Circus

Whether you want to be in the circus or rock on there is something on tap for you.

Teddy Bear Tea Party: An old-fashioned tea party and live music come together for a morning of fun.

Where/When: , 4 Nelson Ave, Peekskill; Friday, June 17, 11 a.m.
Why Go: Delores JiJi provides a music show with puppets and movement for the youngest set to enjoy. There is no need for sign up.

Price: Free
Contact Info: (914) 737-0847

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Kelly Miller Circus: Enjoy the thrills of a local circus coming to town.

Where/When: 300 Croton Ave, Cortlandt Manor (next to Walter Panas High School); Saturday, June 17,2:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Why Go: Residents all over town loved this show last year and when you buy tickets in advance, the price is practically the same as a movie.
Pricing: $10, adults, $6, children 3-12, free, 2 and under (advance); $15, adults, $6, children 3-12, free, 2 and under

Contact Info: (914) 293-0710

Bird Watching at Hilltop Hanover Farm- go on a morning bird walk from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Where/When: , 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights, Sat. June 18, 2011

Why go: A morning bird walk will take you through the farm's pastures and hiking trails. Participants will work as a group to identify species and consider how habitat, weather, and other environmental factors influence the diversity of species and number of individuals observed. Bird walks will depart from the Farm Stand. Pre-registration is required.

Price: $10 per adult, $5 per child

Contact Info: (914) 962-2368 ext. 

Cookie Walk: Try a variety of home-baked goodness.

Where/When: First Presbyterian Church 6N and Secor Road, Mahopac; Sunday, June 18, 9 a.m. to 3p.m.

Why Go: Father’s Day is the perfect excuse for a  sweet treat!

Pricing: cookie prices vary

Contact Info: (845) 628-2365

Clearwater’s Hudson River Revival: A traditional celebration of music and nature.
Where/When: Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson; Saturday and Sunday, June 18 and 19, all day

Why Go: The sheer number of musicians that gather for this river fest makes it a weekend to remember.

Pricing: Saturday Only: $60, advance, $80 at gate; Sunday Only: $60. Advance; $80, at gate; Weekend Pass: $80, advance; $125, at gate; Weekend and camping: $140, advance, $150, at gate

Contact Info: (845) 418-3596

24-Hour Movie Marathon: Movies of all sorts are available for 24 hours, round the clock, to celebrate the Jacob Burn Film Center’s 10th Anniversary.

Where/When: Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Road Pleasantville; Saturday, June 18, 11 p.m. to Sunday, June 19, 11 p.m.
Why Go: What better way to see all the Film Center has to offer? Plus, prizes are given to those that last through the whole marathon.

Price: $60, adults; $40, members

Contact Info: (914) 773-7663

Triumph over Tragedy Book Signing: Meet Lidia Alexander R.N. N.C.C. C.H.T., who has written a memoir about the sudden death of her daughter, giving parents hope and inspiration.

Where/When: Barnes & Noble, Route 6, Cortlandt Manor; Friday, June 17, 6 to 8 p.m.
Why Go: Alexander’s message is clear in person as she signs her books.

Contact Info:( 914) 737-7837

Peter Frampton Concert: Support the Paramount Center of the Arts at the Red Carpet Concert

Where/When: , 1008 Brown St, Peekskill; Saturday, June 18, 8 p.m.

Why Go: Who ever gets to see the grammy-winner do a 3-hour concert without leaving town?
Pricing: $95-$125
Contact Info: (914) 402-2081

Juneteenth Celebration Parade: Celebrate a moment in history that marked Emancipation Day.

Where/When: , 1220 Park Street, Peekskill; Saturday, June 18, 2 p.m.
Why Go:
Peekskill is a perfect location to mark this historic moment.
Pricing: 
free
Contact Info:
(914) 737-0321

Underground Railroad Tours: Learn about the part Peekskill played in the Underground Railroad.

Where/When: The Fern Tree, 13 South Division Street, Peekskill; Saturday, June 18, 10 to 4 p.m.

Why Go: These tours are a wonderful way to truly mark Juneteenth Day.
Pricing:
free
Contact Info: (914) 382-9226

Westchester Collaborative Theater Summer Blast Festival of One Act Plays: Keep the Tony Spirit Alive While Checking Out Some Local Playwrights

Where/When: Ossining Public Library, 53 Croton Avenue, Ossining; Friday. June 17, 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 19, at 2 p.m.

Why Go: This kicks off a summer collection of live theater at the Library.

Pricing: free
Contact Info
: (914) 941-2416

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