The Mayan Calendar Ends, the Paramount Opens and Santa Comes to Montrose

Here is a list of events this weekend. If you see something that should be added, email me at rasheed.oluwa@patch.com or include it in the comments section.

Solstice/Mayan Celebration at the Blue Mountain Reservation
When/Where:Trail Lodge at Blue Mountain Reservation, 111 Welcher Ave. in  Peekskill, Friday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m.
Why Go: The trail Lodge at Blue Mountain Reservation is hosting a winter solstice celebration to mark the end of  Mayan calendar on Friday at 7 p.m. Attendees will celebrate the rebirth of consciousness and respect for mother earth, drum, eat together, share visions for a new world and listen to wisdom from all ages. Contact Cameron Kelly at (914) 589-6744 or camero­nkdance@­aol.­com for more information.
Pricing: Free


When/Where: Paramount Center for The Arts, 1008 Brown St. in  Peekskill, Saturday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 23 at 6 p.m.
Why Go: The Paramount is opening their doors and lighting the Marque to celebrate the Holidays on Saturday, Dec. 22, at 2:00 and 6:00 pm,  and on Sunday, Dec. 23,  at 6 pm, to present “Yes, Virginia the Musical,”  joyful holiday entertainment for the entire family . Co- produced by Antonia Arts from Peekskill and Rising Stars from Yonkers.
Pricing:  $22 for adults, $12 for  students/seniors $12. Paramount membership card holders pay $18 for adult tickets and $8 for seniors. Groups of 10 adults  pay $150  and  groups of 10 Seniors pay  $100.

Andrea Elam & Synapses Dance Ensemble to Perform at EMBARK
When/Where:Energy Movement Center, 925 South St. in  Peekskill, Saturday, Dec. 22 at 3 p.m.
Why Go: Embark is hosting Artist/Board Member Andrea Elam and Synapses Dance Ensemble as they present excerpts of A Snowy Night in Peekskill at 3 p.m. Saturday. Enjoy holiday food, favors, great music and dancing!  The suggested donation will benefit Fred’s Pantry.  Please RSVP by contacting Elam at  aelam@hotmail.com or (914) 393-5751.
Pricing: Free

Local Fire Departments to Hold Santa Run Sunday
When/Where: Various locations in the Montrose Fire District (Check here for routes), Sunday, Dec. 23, beginning at 1 p.m.
Why Go: Cortlandt Engine Company No. 1 and the Montrose Fire Department postponed there annual holiday visit from Sunday, Dec. 16 to Sunday, Dec. 23 at 1 p.m. Firefighters will stop at various locations throughout the Montrose Fire District distributing candy canes and coloring books to the children of the community. Check here for routes. Call (914) 737-8919 for more information.
Pricing: Free