Monday, Feb. 10
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
Westchester Knicks, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Knicks challenge the Motor City Cruise.
Get tickets
Tuesday, Feb. 11
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who have grown the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm-to-Fable, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 through 6 explore the whimsy of the world around them by combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale. This event takes place indoors. Also: Feb. 20, 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27.
Registration required
Friday, Feb. 14
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who have expanded the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Saturday, Feb. 15
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Audubon’s Great Backyard Bird Count, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Contribute to a real-time snapshot of global bird populations. Count birds for as little as 15 minutes or as long as you wish. Beginners are welcome!
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
The Royal Hanneford Circus, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Experience the event that’s perfect for the whole family! Enjoy dazzling performances, from breathtaking acrobatics to charming animal acts, all designed to entertain and delight. Create lasting memories with your loved ones as you marvel at the spectacular talents and vibrant atmosphere. Also: Feb. 16, 17.
Get details, show times and tickets
Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Family Maple Tapping, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sugaring season has begun and we’ve got a fun way to enjoy it! We invite families and friend groups to come to learn how we tap our maple trees at Lenoir. This event will be held outdoors, so dress for the weather. Please arrive on time to experience the entire 30-minute program.
Reservations required
Miller House, White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Open House, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Drop in to visit the former home of the Ann and Elijah Miller family, an average colonial Westchester family whose lives were changed forever when Gen. George Washington and his army fought for American independence. 140 Virginia Road, White Plains 10603.
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7317
Turtles of Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
The Reservation is home to turtles of different species, shapes, patterns and sizes. All ages are welcome to learn about how these animals survive year-round, the different threat levels assigned to each turtle and what you can do to help endangered species.
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Identifying Birds, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
We will identify the birds that visit our feeders as well as create some simple feeders that you can take home to attract birds in your neighborhood. Register by Feb. 9 by emailing or calling (914) 967-8720.
Sunday, Feb. 16
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Sugar House Chat, 10 a.m. - noon
Join us in our Sugar House to watch and learn how we boil our sap to make maple syrup. Also: Feb. 22; March 1.
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Sugar Shack Chats, noon - 3 p.m.
Stop by anytime to learn about how we make maple syrup!
Croton Point Park Nature Center, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
The Mariners’ Guiding Light: The Fresnel Lens, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
The physical safety of ships and boats was highly increased in the early 1800s when French physicist Augustin-Jen Fresnel invented a powerful lens that, when mounted atop a lighthouse, reached far out to sea. Learn about this creation and its impact that continues today. Free; for ages 12 and up.
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Sip, Nibble and Learn: The Story of Gardening, 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Ages 21 and older can visually stroll through beautiful gardens as they sip, nip and learn about gardening for pleasure as it evolved through the ages. $10 per person.
Pre-registration required