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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3-2/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Catch Me If You Can
DESCRIPTION:Based on the hit film and the incredible true story…\nCatch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards\, including Best Musical\, Catch Me If You Can was created by a Tony Award-winning “dream team\,” with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty\, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). \nSeeking fame and fortune\, Frank Abagnale\, Jr.\, runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm\, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks\, Frank successfully poses as a pilot\, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent\, Carl Hanratty\, he pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. \nRecommend for ages 10+
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/catch-me-if-you-can/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:White Plains Performing Arts Center\, 11 City Place\, White Plains\, NY\, 10601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Ossining Library Community Tag & Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Ossining Public Library for a massive community-wide sale featuring everything from books and scrap wood to mid-century modern office chairs and craft supplies.  This extensive sale offers unique finds like metal shelving\, tools\, artworks and more\, with payments accepted via cash\, check\, or Zelle.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/friends-of-the-ossining-library-community-tag-book-sale/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Ossining Public Library\, 53 Croton Avenue\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
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SUMMARY:4th Annual WoodFest at Bethany Arts Community
DESCRIPTION:4th Annual WoodFest\nSaturday May 2\, 11AM-4PM (rain date May 3)\n$15 per car (advance tickets available. walk-ins welcome) \nDiscover the magic of Bethany Arts Community’s fourth annual WoodFest! Come experience the joy and wonder of the natural world\, brought to life through the skillful hands of artisans. WoodFest has something for everyone\, from handcrafted creations\, to wood sculpture demonstrations\, to wood-crafting activities for all. Enjoy a day of arbor and wood celebration with live music\, arts activities\, woodcut printmaking\, food\, and games for the whole family.  \nCRAFTS\nDEMOS\nVENDORS\nFOOD\n& MORE \nWoodfest 2025 sponsored by Renewal by Andersen of Westchester/Fairfield.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/4th-annual-woodfest-at-bethany-arts-community/
LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Road\, Ossining NY\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts and Gift Market,Culture,Food,Music
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SUMMARY:Hudson River Museum Presents  “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from  the Bank of America Collection
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition featuring the works of some of the most celebrated women photographers will be coming to the Hudson River Museum in its only showing in the New York Metropolitan area. “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection” will be on view from January 30–May 10\, 2026. This exhibition\, loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program\, features nearly 100 images dating from 1905 and 2015\, celebrating the contributions of women to the development and evolution of photography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/hudson-river-museum-presents-modern-women-modern-vision-photographs-from-the-bank-of-america-collection/2026-05-02/
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays at the Museum: The Boys from Westchester & Putnam - the 6th NY Artillery
DESCRIPTION:The Boys from Westchester & Putnam\nThe Sixth New York Heavy Artillery  –  The Anthony Wayne Guard\n in the Civil War \nSaturday\, May 2\, 2026 at 2:00 pm\nwith Historian & Author Daniel R. Weinfeld \nThe Big Six was not just any old regiment of Civil War soldiers. These were the boys from back home in Westchester\, Putnam\, and Rockland Counties. Their nation\, and their President\, had called upon them to save the Union of States\, and they answered that call. Some of them never made it home. Their service and sacrifices have never been forgotten! \nJoin the Lincoln Depot Museum for this unique presentation about a sometimes-overlooked regiment\, one which saw action in Grant’s Overland campaign\, including the Battle of The Wilderness\, Spotsylvania\, Cold Harbor\, the Siege of Petersburg and Cedar Creek. In addition to the battles\, hear the story of a Peekskill and Putnam Valley resident\, Lt. George D. Hyatt. Find out where he served\, and what he left behind…
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/first-saturdays-at-the-museum-the-boys-from-westchester-putnam-the-6th-ny-artillery/
LOCATION:Lincoln Depot Museum\, 10 South Water Street\, Peekskill\, 10566
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SUMMARY:Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT)’s Music in the Box Series Presents the Willie Martinez Latin Jazz Quartet on Saturday\, May 2
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, May 2 Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT)\ncontinues its Music in the Box series with the Willie Martinez Latin Jazz Quartet.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/westchester-collaborative-theater-wcts-music-in-the-box-series-presents-the-willie-martinez-latin-jazz-quartet-on-saturday-may-2/
LOCATION:Westchester Collaborative Theater\, 23 Water Street\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Catch Me If You Can
DESCRIPTION:Based on the hit film and the incredible true story…\nCatch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards\, including Best Musical\, Catch Me If You Can was created by a Tony Award-winning “dream team\,” with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty\, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). \nSeeking fame and fortune\, Frank Abagnale\, Jr.\, runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm\, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks\, Frank successfully poses as a pilot\, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent\, Carl Hanratty\, he pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. \nRecommend for ages 10+
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/catch-me-if-you-can/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:White Plains Performing Arts Center\, 11 City Place\, White Plains\, NY\, 10601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Artists of Northern Westchester 55th Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:ANW (Artists of Northern Westchester) 55th Art Exhibit. Sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley\, the 55th ANW (Artists of Northern Westchester) Exhibit is the longest-running juried art exhibit in Westchester County. The ANW Exhibit was instituted by the late\, nationally acclaimed Hudson River painter\, George Kelly. \nThe Exhibit runs from April 12 through May 9 with an Opening Reception on Sunday\, April 12 \, 2-4 pm and a Closing Reception on Saturday\, May 9\, 4- 5pm. The Gallery will be open to the public on the following Sundays: 4/19\,  4/26 and May 3 from 11:30- 12:30 PM. \nSponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley\, this is the longest-running juried art exhibit in Westchester County. The ANW Exhibit was instituted by the late\, nationally acclaimed Hudson River painter\, George Kelly.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/artists-of-northern-westchester-55th-art-exhibit/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congragation of the Hudson Valley\, 2021 Albany Post Road\, Croton on Hudson\, 10520
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260430T102404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T102404Z
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SUMMARY:Submission Sunday (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Submission Sundays is a free service to members of HVWC or $10 for nonmembers. Space is limited so please reserve your spot. \nThis group will meet online via Zoom. The host will email the Zoom link the day of the event.  \nOne Sunday a month\, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Join host Anne Graue for two hours of insider information on where and how to send your best work to literary journals. Members can reserve a seat at the table of like-minded writers with a room of journals\, advice on where to submit\, moral and technical support\, and everything you need to successfully send your work to target publisher(s). Any genre welcome. \nAnne Graue is a poet\, reviewer\, and editor whose work has appeared in literary journals and anthologies\, online and in print. She is the author of Full and Plum-Colored Velvet\, (Woodley Press\, 2020)\, and Fig Tree in Winter (Dancing Girl Press\, 2017). Her poetry has appeared in Sundress Publications Best Dressed Blog\, Verse Daily\, Poet Lore\, SWWIM Every Day\, Spoon River Poetry Review\, Gargoyle\, Unbroken Journal\, River Heron Review\, FERAL: A Journal of Poetry and Art\, Leon Literary Review\, and Action\, Spectacle\, among others. Her work has been included in several print anthologies\, including Blood and Roses: An Anthology In Honor of Aphrodite and Coffee Poems. A former staff reviewer at Glass: A Journal of Poetry\, her reviews of poetry collections have also been published in The Kenyon Review\, The Rupture\, Whale Road Review\, Green Mountains Review\, and The Rumpus. She is one of the poetry editors for The Westchester Review.  \nSubmission Sunday is a free service to HVWC members . If you are a member you should have received a coupon code you can apply at checkout so this event cost will deduct to zero. Don’t have a membership? Sign up online today! Otherwise\, tickets are $10 for this group meeting.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/submission-sunday-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Classes,Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
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SUMMARY:Mini Sun Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at KinoSaito on Sundays in May for our Mini Sun Print Workshop! Participants are invited to try out alternative photography methods and create their own cyanotype prints inspired by the work of Alison Knowles on display. \nAll materials provided. Kids and families of all abilities are welcome.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/mini-sun-print-workshop/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:KinoSaito Art Center\, 115 7th St\, Verplanck\, 10596
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Educational,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="KinoSaito Art Center%2C Verplanck%2C NY":MAILTO:info@kinosaito.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260327T153203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T153203Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Chamber Music Concert: String Quintets
DESCRIPTION:RiverArts’ Spring Chamber Music Concert returns on Sunday\, May 3\, at Andrus on Hudson with a program of extraordinary string quintets. \nThe program includes: \n🎻 Mozart’s Quintet No. 5 in D Major\, widely considered his final chamber music masterpiece\n🎼 Mendelssohn’s Quintet in B♭ Major\, often called the “Spring” quintet; perfect for our Spring concert\n✨ AND a world premiere quintet commissioned for this performance from Manhattan School of Music composer and Ossining resident David Macdonald! \nJoin us for an afternoon of beautiful chamber music along the Hudson! Bring a friend and celebrate spring with live music in the Rivertowns as the season blooms around us!
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/spring-chamber-music-concert-string-quintets/
LOCATION:Andrus on Hudson\, 185 Old Broadway\, Hastings-On-Hudson\, NY\, 10706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="RiverArts":MAILTO:dance@riverarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
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SUMMARY:A Nonfiction Reading with Deborah Baker\, Jill Bialosky\, and Rebecca van Laer (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on May 3 for an afternoon of compelling nonfiction from Deborah Baker\, Jill Bialosky\, and Rebecca van Laer! (In-Person at HVWC).  \nDeborah Baker is the author of A Blue Hand and The Last Englishmen. Her biography In Extremis was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and her book The Convert was a finalist for the National Book Award. Charlottesville is her sixth work of narrative non-fiction. She has been the recipient of a Guggenheim fellowship and a Whiting Creative Nonfiction Grant\, and she is a former Fellow at the Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers at the New York Public Library. She lives in Brooklyn and Charlottesville. \nJill Bialosky’s newest work of prose is The End is the Beginning: A Personal History of My Mother. Her most recent volume of poetry Asylum: A Personal\, Historical\, Natural Inquiry in 103 Lyric Sections\, was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award. She is the author of five acclaimed collections of poetry\, four critically acclaimed novels\, most recently\, The Deceptions\, a finalist for the Gotham Book Award\, and two memoirs\, Poetry Will Save Your Life and New York Times bestselling memoir History of a Suicide: My Sister’s Unfinished Life. Her poems and essays have appeared in The New Yorker\, The Atlantic Monthly\, Harper’s\, O Magazine\, The Kenyon Review\, Harvard Review\, Paris Review and Best American Poetry among others. She co-edited with Helen Schulman the anthology\, Wanting a Child. She is an Executive Editor and Vice President at W. W. Norton & Company. In 2014 she was honored by the Poetry Society of America for her distinguished contribution to poetry. \nRebecca van Laer is the author of a novella\, How to Adjust to the Dark (Long Day Press\, 2022) and a memoir\, Cat (Object Lessons/Bloomsbury\, 2025). Her fiction and essays appear in the New England Review\, Joyland\, Electric Literature\, and elsewhere. She holds a PhD from Brown University\, where she studied queer and feminist autobiography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/a-nonfiction-reading-with-deborah-baker-jill-bialosky-and-rebecca-van-laer-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson Valley Writers Center":MAILTO:admin@writerscenter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260416T171338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T171338Z
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
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SUMMARY:Home Fashion Sample Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 4 & 5th from 11 am – 4pm for a sample sale! \nBedding comforters\, duvet covers\, throws\, blankets\, window curtains\, decorative pillows\, towels\, shower curtains\, bath accessories\, and more! \n1 Bridge St Suite #130 Irvington\, NY\n(enter through the courtyard) \nCash only. Please bring your own bags! \nCHF Industries
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/home-fashion-sample-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260315T174043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T174046Z
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SUMMARY:Extended Hours at Irvington Library
DESCRIPTION:The Library will have extended hours\, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm during AP Exam weeks in May – Mondays May 4 and 6\, and Wednesdays May 11 and 13.  Refreshments will be provided to keep you going.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/extended-hours-at-irvington-library/
LOCATION:Irvington Public Library\, 12 South Astor Street\, Irvington\, NY\, NY\, 10533\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Irvington Public Library":MAILTO:irvref@wlsmail.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260409T151455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T151455Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Out Of Hell
DESCRIPTION:BAT OUT OF HELL THE MUSICAL\, the award winning musical\, is a thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! \nInspired by the spectacular arena tour of Australia and New Zealand\, this reimagined show features a dynamic eight-piece rock band live on stage and the epic cast will bring their powerhouse vocals to Meat Loaf’s anthems including I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That)\, Dead Ringer For Love\, and of course Bat Out of Hell. \nGet ready to witness BAT OUT OF HELL: The Musical as it explodes onto the stage at The Capitol Theatre\, in a spectacle that promises to be nothing short of legendary.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/bat-out-of-hell/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 149 Westchester Ave\, Port Chester\, 10573
CATEGORIES:Music,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Broadway Training Center":MAILTO:publicity@broadwaytraining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
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SUMMARY:Hudson River Museum Presents  “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from  the Bank of America Collection
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition featuring the works of some of the most celebrated women photographers will be coming to the Hudson River Museum in its only showing in the New York Metropolitan area. “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection” will be on view from January 30–May 10\, 2026. This exhibition\, loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program\, features nearly 100 images dating from 1905 and 2015\, celebrating the contributions of women to the development and evolution of photography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/hudson-river-museum-presents-modern-women-modern-vision-photographs-from-the-bank-of-america-collection/2026-05-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
CREATED:20260407T201310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201310Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Kensico Cemetery Free Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Please register for your preferred tour and date via the website.\nHistorical Tours 5:30-7:00 PM:\nMusic\, Mystery\, and Mausoleum Stories: Guided by Patrick Raftery\, Associate Director/Librarian\, Westchester County Historical Society \n❖ The Lake View Tour (1 mile) Tue\, May 5 & Thu\, May 7\, 2026\nHighlights include artists\, architects\, swindlers\, and muckrakers.\n❖ The Ossipee Loop Tour (0.6 miles) Tue\, May 19 & Thu\, May 21\, 2026\nA World’s Fair mystery\, a Broadway angel\, and one good witch. \nTree Tours 5:30-7:00 PM:\nIdentification\, Adaptations\, and Ecology: Guided by Michael Cook\, Superintendent of Grounds\, Kensico Cemetery\, and David Prosser\, Land Steward\, Pound Ridge Land Conservancy \n❖ Tree & Landscape Tour (1 mile) Tue\, May 26 (Mike Cook) & Thu\, May 28\, 2026 (David Prosser)\nDiverse tree collection and landscapes through Kensico’s Level II Arboretum.\n❖ Invasive Species Walk (1 mile) Thu\, June 11\, 2026 with David Prosser\nHow invasive plants and insects affect local flora and fauna.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/friends-of-kensico-cemetery-free-walking-tours/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Kensico Cemetery\, 273 Lakeview Avenue\, Valhalla\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Educational,Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Kensico Cemetery":MAILTO:friends@kensico.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTSTAMP:20260430T092133
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Hudson River Museum Presents  “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from  the Bank of America Collection
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition featuring the works of some of the most celebrated women photographers will be coming to the Hudson River Museum in its only showing in the New York Metropolitan area. “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection” will be on view from January 30–May 10\, 2026. This exhibition\, loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program\, features nearly 100 images dating from 1905 and 2015\, celebrating the contributions of women to the development and evolution of photography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/hudson-river-museum-presents-modern-women-modern-vision-photographs-from-the-bank-of-america-collection/2026-05-06/
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Hudson River Museum Presents  “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from  the Bank of America Collection
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition featuring the works of some of the most celebrated women photographers will be coming to the Hudson River Museum in its only showing in the New York Metropolitan area. “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection” will be on view from January 30–May 10\, 2026. This exhibition\, loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program\, features nearly 100 images dating from 1905 and 2015\, celebrating the contributions of women to the development and evolution of photography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/hudson-river-museum-presents-modern-women-modern-vision-photographs-from-the-bank-of-america-collection/2026-05-07/
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SUMMARY:Friends of Kensico Cemetery Free Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Please register for your preferred tour and date via the website.\nHistorical Tours 5:30-7:00 PM:\nMusic\, Mystery\, and Mausoleum Stories: Guided by Patrick Raftery\, Associate Director/Librarian\, Westchester County Historical Society \n❖ The Lake View Tour (1 mile) Tue\, May 5 & Thu\, May 7\, 2026\nHighlights include artists\, architects\, swindlers\, and muckrakers.\n❖ The Ossipee Loop Tour (0.6 miles) Tue\, May 19 & Thu\, May 21\, 2026\nA World’s Fair mystery\, a Broadway angel\, and one good witch. \nTree Tours 5:30-7:00 PM:\nIdentification\, Adaptations\, and Ecology: Guided by Michael Cook\, Superintendent of Grounds\, Kensico Cemetery\, and David Prosser\, Land Steward\, Pound Ridge Land Conservancy \n❖ Tree & Landscape Tour (1 mile) Tue\, May 26 (Mike Cook) & Thu\, May 28\, 2026 (David Prosser)\nDiverse tree collection and landscapes through Kensico’s Level II Arboretum.\n❖ Invasive Species Walk (1 mile) Thu\, June 11\, 2026 with David Prosser\nHow invasive plants and insects affect local flora and fauna.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/friends-of-kensico-cemetery-free-walking-tours/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Kensico Cemetery\, 273 Lakeview Avenue\, Valhalla\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Educational,Environment
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SUMMARY:Draft n' Drink (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join The Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) and Hudson Valley Books for Humanity (HVBH) for Draft n’ Drink! Meet us for an evening of writing prompts and exercises\, a beverage\, and a fun and casual environment where we can write creatively in community. Participation in the guided writing exercises is voluntary\, and participants can share their work in small and large groups towards the end of the session.  \nDetails and Dates: \nDoors open at 6:30 pm for event starting at 7:00 pm. Register online through this ticket link to secure your slot and to give our facilitators a number of participants. Pre-registration and ticket purchase is required. \nAdmission is $20.00 and includes a complimentary beverage.  \nMay 7: Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) \nFacilitator: Dominika Wrozynski\, HVWC Program Director (bio below) \nJune 11: Hudson Valley Writers Center (HVWC) \nFacilitator: Kenny Finkle (bio below) \nJuly 9: Hudson Valley Books for Humanity (HVBH) \nFacilitator: TBA \nIf you have questions\, please email Dominika Wrozynski at dominika@writerscenter.org. \nFacilitators: \nDominika Wrozynski is the Program Director of the Hudson Valley Writers Center and author of American Accent\, winner of the Sinclair Poetry Prize from Evening Street Press. She is also the author of Dear Charis:\, a chapbook co-authored with Sarah Grieve (forthcoming in August 2026). For 22 years\, she has taught creative writing and literature. Her poems have appeared in journals such as Crab Orchard Review\, The Spoon River Poetry Review\, Rattle\, Five Points\, Nimrod\, Birmingham Poetry Review\, New Madrid\, and many others. \nKenny Finkle’s (playwright) theatre work spans both traditional and non-traditional forms and has been produced and developed nationally at such places as The American Repertory Theatre (URSTAR)\, Ars Nova\, the Orchard Project\, the DR2 (Indoor/Outdoor)\, Keen Company\, Trinity Repertory\, Dallas Theatre Center\, The Old Globe (Alive and Well)\, The Hangar Theatre as well as in people’s apartments. His plays are published by Broadway Play Publishing\, Concord Theatricals and Smith and Krauss. His most recent play Touch received the 2024 Project Advancement Award from Solo Flights/Theatre Aspen and was produced in March 2026 at the East Village Basement starring Anthony Rapp. In addition\, he has received a NYFA grant and NEA grant (through the Keen Company) for his eight-part audio epic 1993 (also directed by Silverstein) produced as part of the Keen Company’s Hear/Now season. You can listen to Kenny talk obsessively with culture expert Mark Snyder on their very popular podcast All I Want to Do is Talk About Madonna (available on all platforms). Kenny is Associate Professor of Theatre Arts at Marymount Manhattan College where he coordinates the Writing for the Stage concentration. For more information\, snoop around finklefactory.org.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/draft-n-drink-in-person/
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SUMMARY:Broadway Training Center of Westchester’s Production of Between the Lines\, Jr. May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Fri. May 1\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sat. May 2\, 2026\, 7:00 pm; Sun. March 3\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \nTICKETS: www.BroadwayTraining.com/Tickets\nAdult: $25.00\nChildren/Students & Seniors: $20.00\nTickets are $3 more at the door. All sales are final. \nWHERE: Irvington Theater; 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, NY 10533 \nRUNNING TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes\, no intermission \nBetween The Lines Jr. \nLive the story you want\, if it’s not the story you’re in. \nBased on the novel by International Bestseller Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer \nBetween the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. An outsider in a new school\, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book\, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways\, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story. \n“Between the Lines is a show about connection – it’s what we need right now!” –New York 1 \n“Between the Lines is for the Young Audiences Who Fall Between the Cracks” –Theatermania \nRated PG – A charming and life-affirming show\, perfect for the entire family! \nBroadway Training Center (BTC) has been creating theater non-stop and nurturing a sense of community for 34 years\, nestled in the historic village of Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY. The nationally awarded youth theater group is delighted to bring Between the Lines\, Jr. to the Irvington Theater this May! Based on the book by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult\, Between the Lines reminds audiences about the importance of connection through an empowering and enchanting story. The show will feature the school’s prestigious Junior Ensemble Program\, which is directed by BTC’s Artistic Directors of over 20 years\, Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos. \nArts Editors and Reporters: Please call 914-478-7065 to arrange for press passes or an interview with one of the artistic directors. Additional photos and videos are available on request. \nABOUT THE PERFORMANCES\nBroadway Training Center of Westchester presents Between the Lines\, Jr.\nBook by Timothy Allen McDonald\nMusic & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson\nBased on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer\nDirected by Jason Brantman and Fiona Santos\nPerformed by the BTC Junior Ensemble Program\nRated PG \nStep into a world where stories come alive in Between the Lines\, Jr.\, a heartfelt and imaginative musical that celebrates the power of storytelling and the courage it takes to claim your own voice. Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer\, the show follows Delilah\, a teenager who feels unseen in her everyday life and finds solace inside the pages of her favorite fairy tale. As Delilah begins to interact with the characters in the book\, the boundary between reality and fiction blurs\, inviting her to question where she truly belongs. With warmth\, humor\, and emotional honesty\, Between the Lines\, Jr. explores themes of identity\, belonging\, first love\, and the bravery required to step out of the margins and into the center of your own story. It’s a magical\, empowering tale for anyone who has ever felt changed by a book. \nBetween the Lines premiered at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre before making its Off-Broadway debut in 2022\, where it was praised for its fresh concept\, emotionally resonant storytelling\, and contemporary pop-infused score. Audiences and critics alike celebrated the show’s unique blend of fantasy and realism\, as well as its message about self-discovery and agency. Since its premiere\, Between the Lines has quickly found a devoted following\, resonating with readers\, theater lovers\, and dreamers of all ages. This enchanting musical reminds us that sometimes the story that changes us most is the one we choose to write ourselves. \n“The pop-lite score and witty book riffing on fairy tale conventions offer plenty of charm.”\n—New York Stage Review \nABOUT BROADWAY TRAINING CENTER: Based in Hastings-on-Hudson\, NY\, Broadway Training Center of Westchester is a premier performing arts school that provides year-long training programs in acting\, voice\, dance\, and performance ensembles for grades K-12 and adults. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year\, BTC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. For more information about its Youth\, Teen\, and Adult Enrichment programs\, please visit www.BroadwayTraining.com or call 914-478-7065. Media Contact: Heather LoSchiavo\, Managing Director: development@BroadwayTraining.com
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/broadway-training-center-of-westchesters-production-of-between-the-lines-jr-may-1-3/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Irvington Theater\, 85 Main Street\, Irvington\, 10533
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Hudson River Museum Presents  “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from  the Bank of America Collection
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition featuring the works of some of the most celebrated women photographers will be coming to the Hudson River Museum in its only showing in the New York Metropolitan area. “Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection” will be on view from January 30–May 10\, 2026. This exhibition\, loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program\, features nearly 100 images dating from 1905 and 2015\, celebrating the contributions of women to the development and evolution of photography.
URL:https://riverjournalonline.com/event/hudson-river-museum-presents-modern-women-modern-vision-photographs-from-the-bank-of-america-collection/2026-05-08/
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