Issue: 697 | May 26, 2023 | |
Rock White Plains: Get Your Early Tickets Now to Save! | |
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Rock White Plains is returning downtown, with the Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum group Plain White T’s as our headliner (read a deep dive on the band that we did in one of our recent newsletters here) and Alex Cano as our exciting concert opener.
Rock White Plains takes place on July 25th in the heart of our downtown (Mamaroneck Avenue between Martine and Main) at 6:00 p.m., but tickets are on sale now. Reserve your spot and ensure you get the best deal. Tickets are $17/online but rise to $20.00 on concert-day. Got kids? Make it an affordable family affair—children under 10 are FREE!
With plenty of places to eat before the concert, Rock White Plains also makes for an unbeatable dine and play experience.
THANK YOU TO OUR ROCKIN' SPONSORS!!
Rock White Plains wouldn't be possible without the support of community-minded businesses and partners. We're thankful to SRG2 Partners LLC, Cambria Hotels, Heineken, Cappelli Organization, Westchester County, White Plains Hospital, LoHud/Journal News, and the City of White Plains for providing sponsorship support for Rock White Plains.
Businesses: Want to sponsor Rock White Plains or our other events? It's not too late. Reach out to our BID office now!
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4MyDogs
185 E Post Rd, (914) 358-4132
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The Puerto Rican Community Through Arts and Culture
Now - June 9
ArtsWestchester is hosting an exhibit that showcases Puerto Rican culture's two extremes. The island is a Caribbean paradise filled with beautiful people, but it is also home to a diaspora that has faced numerous historical challenges and struggles to maintain a unique collective identity. Recent events like hurricanes, earthquakes, and the COVID-19 pandemic have negatively affected the island, and Puerto Rican artists are expressing their strength, resilience, and power to effect change through art. The Comité Noviembre nonprofit, in collaboration with community organizations like the White Plains Puerto Rican Cultural Committee and the Puerto Rican Institute for the Development of the Arts, have created this exhibit to highlight the struggles and victories of the Puerto Rican community. The exhibit serves to celebrate the achievements of Puerto Ricans while also raising awareness about the issues that affect Puerto Rican communities in the United States and on the island. Learn more here.
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Bead Everything
175 E Post Rd, (914) 644-8191
Bead Everything Classes
All classes must be pre-registered and pre-paid. Class sizes will be limited to allow for social distancing. Please wear a mask. Call (914) 644-8191 to register and prepay. Learn more and view the full schedule.
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Thursday, June 1 at 11:30 am: Introductory Class: Wire Wrapping
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Saturday, June 3 at 11:30 am: Introductory Class: Stringing
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Wednesday, June 14 at 11:30 am: Beadweaving Basic - Part 1
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City of White Plains
255 Main St, (914) 422-1200
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Farmer's Market Vendors
Come and explore the Downtown White Plains Farmers Market every Wednesday from 8:30 am to 3 pm. Shop for fresh and locally-sourced produce, baked goods, honey, and much more! Each week, new vendors come to the market, so make sure to check out the City of White Plains Website to find out about the next week's vendors.
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Bazaar Fundraiser
Saturday, June 10: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Great Deals on household goods, sporting equipment, toys, books, clothes for all ages, shoes, jewelry, and so much more! There will also be a lunch cafe.
CASH ONLY
Rain or Shine
Bring your own bag
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Freebird Sunday Jam
Every Sunday: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
No cover fee. Easy parking. Great food. Happy Hour drinks from 8-10pm!
Full back-line provided. House keyboard available, 88-key, fully-weighted. Open to all musicians, singers, and music lovers. All instruments/genres/styles welcome. Covers, originals, full bands, duos, acoustic, electric, electronic all encouraged. If you are a solo singer/artist the house band can back you up! For more information click here.
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Muse Paintbar
84 Mamaroneck Ave, (888) 607-6873
Muse Paintbar combines painting instructions with a restaurant and bar. All ages are welcome and no prior experience is required. View a full list of available classes and sign up online.
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Saturday, May 27 at 12:00 pm: Shimmer Sunset
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Saturday, May 27 at 3:30 pm: Twilight Embers
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Sunday, May 28 at 3:00 pm: Fireworks
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Tuesday, May 30 at 7:00 pm: Birds On A Wire
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Wednesday, May 31 at 7:00 pm: Spectacular Sky
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Thursday, June 1 at 7:00 pm: Starry Night
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Friday, June 2 at 7:00 pm: Acadian Sunrise
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Saturday, June 3 at 3:30 pm: Firefly Pond
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The Prom
Sunday, June 4: 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
This Spring at PGT... Give it some ZAZZ!
This show is about four fading Broadway stars who are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town Indiana prom — and the press is involved — they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue... and themselves. The town's parents want to keep the dance on the straight and narrow — but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. Now, Broadway’s brassiest are coming to join the fight and they are ready to kick-ball-change the world.
It’s time to dance at PGT's production of The Prom, find tickets here.
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First Fridays
Friday, June 2, July 7, August 4: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
First Fridays is a special, after hours event, when the Library is not open to the general public. In addition, it is only for White Plains residents in grades 9-12.
Teens are invited to just come hang out, or take part in one of a number of activities that will change from month to month, such as karaoke, video games, a photo booth, crafts, and more. There will be free food and refreshments!
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College and Career Edge Summer Series
Tuesday, June 6 at 4:00 pm: How to Write Great College Essays
Wednesday, June 14 at 5:00 pm: Financial Aid and Admissions Myth
Thursday, June 15 at 5:00 pm: How to Make Your Common App a Lot Less Common
Wednesday, June 21 at 5:00 pm: Conducting College Research
The Edge at the White Plains Public Library is has announced their new College and Career Edge series starting June 6. They will be using the new Igloo room to host a variety of virtual and in-person programs. In the Igloo, students can experience Virtual Reality (VR) without a headset in the library's newly installed panoramic content room. Views from 360° content and more will be provided in this fun series of programs. Technology installed by Igloo Vision and funded by the Library Foundation/Optimum.
Find the full list of events and dates, as well as more details here.
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5th Dimension VR
55 Church St, Suite 115, (914) 831-0081
Memberships Now Available: Save big by buying a summer membership. Learn more and join.
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Universe Membership
6 hours of VR
$135
Individual
Save 20%
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Multiverse Membership
12 hours
$235
Shareable with family
Save 30%
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Omniverse Membership
24 hours
$400
Shareable with family
Save 40%
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Membership hours must be used within 30 days of purchase. Universe hours are not transferable to other individuals. Multiverse and Omniverse hours can be shared with direct family. | |
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Father's Day
Sunday, June 18: 11:00 am - 9:00pm
This Father’s Day, tell Dad to back away from the grill, and treat him to Fogo instead. Celebrate with his favorite fire-roasted cuts of Picanha, Filet Mignon, rich Lamb Chops and more.
Honor all the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures by treating them to the meal of the year. Enhance your celebration with their tender Wagyu NY Strip or bountiful Seafood Tower.
Brunch served until 2:00PM
Dinner Pricing All Day
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The new DMV location has opened at the shopping center on Maple Avenue, known as The Source at White Plains on January 23rd. This location is also home to the Cheesecake Factory, Whole Foods Market and other nationally known store brands.
Although initially scheduled to open in the fall of last year, what is being described as a new modern DMV office has finally opened its doors.
Years ago, the DMV was located at the old White Plains Mall. That was recently torn down to make room for a new development, which includes rental apartments.
To help customers deal with the transition after the demolition of DMV's former home, the White Plains Mall, a short-term temporary office opened in Tarrytown while the new location was being built. That Tarrytown office closed on January 30th.
DMV officials say reservations to come to the new office can be made online, and that there are actually many transactions that customers can do on their website so you can avoid coming in at all.
The new DMV office is open Mondays through Fridays, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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What is a Comprehensive Plan?
A comprehensive plan is an official, long range planning document that provides policy guidance for future growth and development, housing, infrastructure, and public services. Once adopted by the Common Council, the plan provides the foundation for future decisions on development and zoning, capital spending, and general policy decisions. Public input is critical to ensure that the priorities expressed in the plan are consistent with the community’s vision for the future. For more information, read the One White Plains Informational Handbook.
White Plains want to hear from you.
The Draft Vision Statement and Planning Goals are based on feedback collected during Phase I (Imagine). Review the drafts on the participation tab on their website, and leave your feedback. Select "Your comment" to add a comment or give a "thumbs up" to comments left by other participants.
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