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The BID has partnered with Purchase College to bring eye catching and thought provoking artwork to a select number of vacant downtown storefronts. The Art in Vacant Spaces installations will be on display until the individual stores are rented.

For an audio tour, d ownload the free app, Otocast:

Registration Time: 8:30 pm to 9:30 am
Race Time: 9:45 am
Location: Sprain Ridge Park in Yonkers, NY 

Online Registration:
www.amildsprain.org

Limited to the first 450 participants.

Sponsorships are available. If interested, email amildsprain@gmail.com.

White Plains Business Resource Guide

Are you interested in locating or expanding your business to White Plains?

The City of White Plains new Business Resource Guide is intended to provide basic information to business and commercial property owners and to be used as a guide in the Building and Public Works permit application process. This Guide will explain when permits are required, discuss the information needed for filing, the types of permits issued and the plan review and construction inspection process.

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New Family Memberships

All youth classes, including ballet, soccer, and basketball, will now be included with family memberships at the White Plains YMCA. Learn more.

WHITE PLANS YMCA
250 Mamaroneck Avenue
(914) 949-8030
whiteplains.ymca-cnw.org
21 Day Fit Mom Challenge

Training program with exercises specifically made to fit your needs as a busy fit mom. Lose weight, get toned, and gain lean muscle while having fun. The plan includes 1 goal session, 10 personalized group training sessions, 21 days of at home workouts and a meal plan and grocery list. Learn more and sign up.

The Zone: Strength & Fitness
188 East Post Road, basement level, (914) 610-1751
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Issue: 394
May 16, 2017
Dear Friends and Members,

It's another beautiful day in downtown White Plains. If you enjoy the springtime weather, consider signing up for the White Plains Memorial Day 5K Run/Walk on Monday, May 29. You'll get to follow the course through the streets of downtown White Plains and the Bronx River Trail, while honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

See you downtown,
White Plains BID Staff
EVENTS
Great times for all...

FEATURED EVENT


Saturday, May 20 from 11 am - 5 pm
White Plains ComicCon
Located at City Center, 5 City Place. Get your free ticket and have your name entered into a raffle for cash prizes. Free access to interactive workshops - 3D printing, super-hero button making, create your own comic book. Cosplay, big theater gaming tournaments, panel discussions, and more. Learn more and register.

COMICCON EVENTS AT BARNES & NOBLE:

Saturday, May 20 at 1 pm
Author Arlen Schumer
Author talk, Q&A, and signing with Arlen Schumer on his book The Silver Age of Comic Book Art which features some of the greatest comic book artists of their generation including Carmine Infantino, Steve Ditko, Jack Kirby, Gil Kane and more. These individuals created some of their greatest work during The Silver Age of Comics (circa 1956 to 1970).

Saturday, May 20 at 2 pm
Growing Up Mad
With the editor of Mad Magazine as your father, childhood is never dull. Alan Weis shares stories about his dad Al Feldstein, one of the most revered icons of pop culture. Feldstein was also the editor, writer and artist of the trendsetting EC Comics. Its flagship Tales from the Crypt was turned into a long-running HBO series.

Saturday, May 20 at 3 pm
The 501st Legion
A special panel discussion and Q&A with members of the 501st Legion of Storm Troopers--Vader's First, as they discuss the inspiration behind the costumes and characters from Star Wars. Cosplay is welcome.

Saturday, May 20 at 4 pm
Illustrator Tom Sciacca
A special presentation by illustrator Tom Sciaccia on how to create a comic book character. He has illustrations published with Marvel and DC Comics and his work has appeared in the Marvel-Con book Galaxia Magazine and The Illustrated James Bond 007.

COMICCON EVENTS AT CITY CENTER 15: CINEMA DE LUX:


Saturday, May 20 from 11 am - 1 pm
Minecraft Tournament
For ages 12 and under. Laptop and advance sign-up is required. Learn more and register.

Saturday, May 20 from 2 pm - 4:30 pm
Street Fighter Tournament
Bracketed tournament. For ages 13 and older only. Advance sign-up is required. Learn more and register.

COMICCON EVENTS AT SHOPRITE:

Saturday, May 20 from 11 am - 2 pm
KidsFit Day
Don't miss a special kids event. Kids can participate in fun, interactive activities and fuel the super hero within.
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ARTSWESTCHESTER
31 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 428-4220, artswestchester.org

Now - Saturday, July 15
From the Streets: An Exhibition of Urban Art
"From the Streets" is a who's-who of urban art, featuring work by some of the most renowned graffiti writers and muralists. The exhibition features murals, paintings, photography, sculpture and installations from cutting edge artists. Learn more.


Friday, May 19 from 6 pm - 9 pm
ArtsBash & Open Studios
ArtsWestchester celebrates spring with its annual ArtsBash. Enjoy an evening of wine and delicious tastings from some of the finest local restaurants, open artist studios, and of course cutting edge art. Learn more and purchase tickets.


Saturday, May 20 from 1 pm - 5 pm
Family Arts Bash
Participate in a full day of art and family fun in White Plains. Enjoy art exhibits, spin art, chocolate art-making, face painting, drumming circles, snap bar photo booth, clay and felt-making workshops, raffles, and more. Learn more.
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BARNES & NOBLE
230 Main Street, (914) 397-2420, barnesandnoble.com

FOR CHILDREN:

Thursday, May 18 at 11 am
Toddler Storytime
Join Barnes & Noble for Storytime in their Children's Department as they read popular picture books children love. Space is limited, first come, first served.

Saturday, May 20 at 11 am
Little Ree Storytime
New York Times bestselling author, Food Network star, The Pioneer Woman herself, Ree Drummond, brings the first book in a brand-new picture book series with stories inspired by life on the ranch entitled Little Ree. Activities to follow.

Saturday, May 20 at 2 pm
Pete the Cat Visits Storytime
Join Barnes & Noble for Storytime and meet the lovable character Pete the Cat from James Dean's series of children's books.
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BEAD EVERYTHING
175 E Post Road, (914) 644-8191, beadeverything.com

Bead Everything offers classes for every skill level. Call (914) 644-8191 to register and pre-pay.

Wednesday, May 17 at 6 pm - Intro Class: Wire Wrapping
Thursday, May 18 at 11 am - Wire Wrapped Ring
Friday, May 19 at 11 am - Elizabethan
Saturday, May 20 at 10 am - So Faux Tennis Bracelet
Saturday, May 20 at 10:30 am - Garden Ornament
Saturday, May 20 at 2 pm - Quilted Superduo Bracelet
Sunday, May 21 at 11 am - Basics of Bead Crochet
Monday, May 22 at 10 am - Grape Cluster Wine Charm

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GRACE CHURCH OF WHITE PLAINS
33 Church Street, (914) 949-0384, www.DTMusic.org

Wednesdays at 12:10 pm
Noonday Concerts at Grace Church
30 minute concerts, free admission.

Wednesday, May 17
Downtown Sinfonietta - The 14 musicians of our resident chamber orchestra, featuring members of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, wowed our audience with their 10th anniversary concert last June. We welcome them back to play an all Mozart program with Wanzhe Zhang, soprano; Vincent Lionti, conducts.
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KOI CREATIVE SPACE
169 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 428-3195, www.koicreativespace.com

Wednesday, May 17 from 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Wordpress Website in a Night
A hands-on workshop that will focus on teaching the fundamentals of using wordpress, while building a complete website in under 3 hours. Learn more and register.

Tuesday, May 23 from 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Westchester Tech Meetup
Westchester Tech Meetup brings together technologists, thought leaders, and professional across diverse industries to explore innovation and investment in our region. Learn more.
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LEIBERTS ROYAL GREEN APPLIANCE CENTER
228 East Post Road, (888) 534-4572, www.leiberts.com

Thursday, May 18 from
5:30 pm - 8 pm

Gabe's Royal BBQ Cookoff & Customer Appreciation Night
Leiberts Royal Green Appliance is kicking off the grill season in style as their Grillmasters compete for the win at Leiberts' 2nd annual Royal Cookoff. Raffle and silent auction to benefit Blythedale Children's Hospital. Learn more and RSVP.
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SHOPRITE
13 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 539-4500, www.shoprite.com

Thursday, May 18 from Noon - 2 pm
In the Aisle: Healthy Item Sampling
Come try Inga's healthy pick of the month.

Friday, May 19 from Noon - 3 pm
Culinary Demonstration
The dietitian is in the kitchen once again whipping up a delicious and nutritious recipe.

See the full ShopRite Health Events calendar for May.
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TOYS R US & BABIES R US
7 City Place, (914) 686-8071, www.toysrus.com

Saturday, May 20 from Noon - 2 pm
Harchimals CollEGGtibles First Hatch Party
Hatch and keep a free hatchimal CollEGGtible, get a free hatchopia map and collector sheet, and take part in a hatchimals coloring activity.

Sunday, May 21 from 1 pm - 3 pm
Pre-Memorial Day Event
Get a free radio flyer collectible mini wagon. Try NERF Zombie Strike Outbreaker Bow and enter for a chance to win a free NERF Alien Menace Ravager Blaster. Join a Schwinn Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a free collectible bike blinker.
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WESTCHESTER ROAD RUNNER
179 E Post Road, (914) 682-0637, westchesterroadrunner.com

Thursdays from 6:15 pm - 8 pm
Thursday Night Group Run
Join Westchester Road Runner every Thursday night for their free group run, a 2.5 mile run through the streets of White Plains. The run will start and finish at the store. Use their facilities to change or go dressed to run. Your personal belongings will be safe at the store.
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WHITE PLAINS FARMER'S MARKET
Wednesdays, April 26 - November 26
From 8 am - 4 pm, on Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue. Local farmers and vendors offer a wide assortment of fresh produce, plants, home baked goods, breads, honey, fish, and prepared foods.
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WHITE PLAINS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
11 City Place, 3rd Floor, (914) 328-1600, wppac.com

Friday, May 19 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 21 at 3:30 pm
Sleeping Beauty
The Hudson Valley Youth Ballet's Spring Gala performance of the Sleeping Beauty offers an updated tale of the beautiful Princess Aurora, the evil curse of sorceress Carabosse and the awakening kiss of a handsome prince that is certain to capture audiences of all ages. Learn more and purchase tickets.

Saturday, May 20 at 7 pm
Frank & Liza: Together Again
The sweet, swinging sounds of Frank Sinatra and Liza Minnelli are brought back to the stage by seasoned tribute artists Michael Dutra and Gailynn Addis, backed by the Strictly Sinatra Band. Learn more and purchase tickets.
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WHITE PLAINS PUBLIC LIBRARY
100 Martine Avenue, (914) 422-1400, whiteplainslibrary.org

FOR CHILDREN:

Friday, May 19 from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Coding for Kids
Learn how to code. Beginners are encouraged. For grades 4 through 6. Tickets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the start of the program.

FOR TEENS:

Monday, May 22 from 4 pm - 4:45 pm
Teen Coloring Book Club
Come relax and explore your creativity by coloring. All supplies will be provided and snacks will be available.

FOR ADULTS:

meditation_pose_silhouette.jpg Wednesdays, from 12:15 pm - 1 pm

Lunchtime Meditation
A weekly Meditation program at the library. No registration or equipment necessary. Starts promptly at 12:15 pm with the first few minutes devoted to beginning instruction.

Saturday, May 20 from 10:15 - 11:45
Adult Yoga
Adult Yoga presented by the White Plains Recreation and Parks Department.
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WHITE PLAINS YMCA
250 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 949-8030
group of seniors whiteplains.ymca-cnw.org

Tuesdays at 12:30 pm

Seniors Lunch & Learn
Free to the community. Sigh up is required at least 24 hours prior. Call 949-8030 or stop by the member desk.

May 23 - "Lunchology. Learn how to do it quick, easy and healthy for yourself... then eat it." Presented by Fidelis Care. See the full schedule.

DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
Dining, dancing, and just plain fun...

ANTHONY'S COAL FIRED PIZZA
264 Main Street
(914) 358-9702
acfp.com/location/white-plains

Every Thursday in May
Fundraiser for Vietnam Veterans of America Ch. 49
20% of tracked dine-in and carry out sales will be donated. Tell your server you are dining to support Vietnam Vets Chapter 49.
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MUSE PAINTBAR
84 Mamaroneck Avenue
(914) 506-5900
musepaintbar.com

Thursday, May 18 from 7 pm - 9:30 pm
LED Lights: Firefly Daisies
Illuminate your painting and add extra sparkle with LED lights. Lights and batteries are included. Book a spot.

Saturday, May 20 from Noon - 2:15 pm
Family Day: Wise Young Owl
Bring the family, your kid, or just yourself. Muse Family Days can be enjoyed by all. Book a spot.
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SAVE THE DATES
Upcoming events...

entrance to Grace Church Wednesdays at 12:10 pm
Noonday Concerts at Grace Church
30 minute concerts, free admission.

May 24 - Principals of the REBEL Ensemble for Baroque Music
May 31 - Epiphanies
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Monday, May 29 at 8:15 am
White Plains Memorial Day
5k Run/Walk
The City of White Plains in conjunction with the White Plains BID will be hosting a 5K Run/Walk to commemorate those men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Learn more and register.
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