March 2019
Yale Alumni Series: Psychology and the Good Life
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Yale Alumni Series Psychology and the Good Life: Teaching the Most Popular Class at Yale Over the span of one week in January 2018, Psyc 157: Psychology and the Good Life, became the most popular course in Yale University’s 300-year history. Laurie Santos, professor of psychology and cognitive science, began developing the course after her work as head of one of Yale’s residential colleges brought the mental health struggles of students on campus into focus. Cosponsors: Yale Westchester Alumni Association…
Screening – Blood on the Fields
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Blood on the Fields Wynton Marsalis’s Pulitzer Prize winning oratorio on slavery and freedom, tells the story of two slaves, Jesse and Leona. It carries us along on their difficult journey to freedom. Baritone Gregory Porter, scat-singing legend Kenny Washington, and contralto Paula West join the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in this remarkable, ground-breaking work. Cosponsors: Jazz at Lincoln Center, Friends of the Chappaqua Library and Town of New Castle DIGITAL CONCERT NETWORK The Digital Concert Network is an exclusive network…
The Chappaqua Orchestra: Together in Music
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Conductor Barbara Yahr and TCO partners with the Chappaqua EPIC group for an interactive and inclusive Family Concert spotlighting the special needs community playing with the orchestra.
Everything You Wanted To Know About College Admissions*
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Planning for college can cause angst and confusion for both parents and students. The onslaught of information – and misinformation – can be overwhelming. Join our four expert panelists for an enlightening discussion on critical elements of the college admissions process. There will be ample time for questions, and light refreshments will be served. Topics include: College Admissions Testing Paying for College College Advising Stress Management Panelists: Charlie O’Hearn, Founder and CEO, Summit Educational Group Charlie is the founder of…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters Tyler Beebe, Facilitator. Guest speaker (Skype) Tom Nichols is author of several books most recently The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters (OUP, 2017). He is a professor at the Naval War College and at the Harvard Extension School, as well as a Senior Associate of the Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs in New York City and a Fellow…
FREE Musical Theatre Workshop: Frozen The Musical
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Join Westchester’s finest musical theatre instructors on-stage and learn a song and dance combination from Frozen The Musical. At the end of the workshop we invite all the parents and siblings into the theatre to watch the kids perform what they have learned on stage! Ages 6-12
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Raha Wala - “Guantanamo Weakens American National Security” LOCATION Chappaqua Performing Arts Center Mal Nechis Facilitator. As Director for National Security Advocacy for Human Rights First, Guest Speaker Raha Wala develops and oversees the implementation of advocacy strategies to ensure that US counterterrorism and national security policies are carried out consistent with human rights norms. He is a recognized expert in international human rights and humanitarian law, and has worked to reform key post-9/11 counterterrorism policies, including indefinite detention and…
Screening – Wasted! The Story of Food Waste
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Every year 1.3 billion tons of food is thrown away. Wasted! The Story of Food Waste aims to change the way people buy, cook, recycle, and eat food. Through the eyes of chefs like Anthony Bourdain, Dan Barber, Massimo Bottura, and Danny Bowien, audiences will see how the world's most influential chefs make the most of every kind of food, and create a more sustainable food system. Following the movie, special guestLeslie Lampert, proprietor of Ladle of Love and The Scrappy…
April 2019
Author Talk – Rome and America: The Great Republics
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Author Talk: Rome and America: The Great Republics: What the Fall of the Roman Republic Portends for the United States Author Walter Signorelli, an attorney and adjunct professor of law and police science at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, investigates the political, social, economic and moral similarities between the two republics, offering a cautionary tale for avoiding Rome’s fate.
Women’s Empowerment: Fighting Slavery Sex & Abuse
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Hear from the journalist and filmmaker of the documentary, My Underground Mother, a film about abuse and trafficking during the Holocaust with a talkback by the filmmaker along with a women's advocate from Met Council. This Program is about the strength of women, presented by Friends of ChappPAC through a generous grant by UJA Federation of New York. The program will start with a documentary showing of My Underground Mother, which traces Marisa Fox’s search for her mother’s hidden identity,…
The Laramie Project
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LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH THEATRE’S Award Winning TEEN DRAMA Presents “A Thought-provoking, highly recommended production that packs a wallop as well as a message of tolerance and rejection of senseless hate.”-Cary Ginell The Laramie Project is a documentary-styled play that analyzes the death of Matthew Shepard, an openly gay college student who was brutally murdered because of his sexual identity. The play was created by playwright/director Moisés Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project. The theater group traveled from New York to the…
The Laramie Project
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LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH THEATRE’S Award Winning TEEN DRAMA Presents “A Thought-provoking, highly recommended production that packs a wallop as well as a message of tolerance and rejection of senseless hate.”-Cary Ginell The Laramie Project is a documentary-styled play that analyzes the death of Matthew Shepard, an openly gay college student who was brutally murdered because of his sexual identity. The play was created by playwright/director Moisés Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project. The theater group traveled from New York to the…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Significant Developments in the Ukraine Richard Dye, Facilitator. (Zoom from Turkey) Tarik Cyril Amar is an associate professor at Koç University, Istanbul, specializing in the Soviet Union, Russia and Ukraine. His book 'The Paradox of Ukrainian Lviv. A Borderland City Between Nazis, Stalinists, and Nationalists' reveals the local and transnational forces behind the 20th century transformation of an important multi ethnic borderland city. Cosponsored by the Town of New Castle
Screening: Jazz at Lincoln Center – Abyssinian Mass
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Cosponsors: Jazz at Lincoln Center, Town of New Castle and Friends of the Chappaqua Library Relax and enjoy an evening of cheese, wine and jazz in the elegant surroundings of the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The worlds of gospel music and jazz have always shared a close bond. In Wynton Marsalis’ Abyssinian Mass, these two worlds come together as the Lincoln Center Orchestra—with a full gospel choir--performs one of the most joyful, ecstatic, and life-affirming pieces of music ever written.…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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The Rise and Fall of the “Pink Tide” Don Shields, Facilitator. Guest speaker (Skype) Mark Weisbrot is co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington, D.C. He is author of the book Failed: What the “Experts” Got Wrong About the Global Economy and he writes a regular column for The Hill, a political website, as well as a column on economic and policy issues that is distributed to more than 550 newspapers. His opinion pieces have appeared…
Workshop: Learning Chinese Calligraphy from Oracles
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Chappaqua Library Presents Two hour calligraphy workshop with International expert Ms.Yun Ying Lin FREE. All materials provided. Class size limited to 15. Please register at the the Information desk (914) 238-4779 ex 2. During the class you will create and write your own oracle using calligraphy. During the last 100 years, much of the origin of Chinese characters has been revealed, giving a glimpse of how people used to think, live, and interact. We now know that Chinese characters are…
May 2019
The Creation : Die Schöpfung
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Westchester Oratorio Society Performing The Creation (Die Schöpfung) by Joseph Haydn Westchester Oratorio Society Benjamin Niemczyk, Artistic Director present Haydn, "Die Schöpfung" (The Creation) WOS Festival Orchestra Catherine Steinbrink, Soprano Jeffrey Strand, Tenor David Salsbery Fry, Bass This performance is made possible with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation. The Westchester Community Foundation's mission is to connect generous people to the causes they care about and invest in transformative ideas and organizations to improve lives and strengthen our community.…
Documentary Film: Complicit
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Complicit: The Roosevelt Administrations Inadequate Response to the Refugee Crisis See the award winning documentary, Complicit, and stay for a post screening discussion and Q&A with filmmaker Ruth Kalish. Then hear from Jane Ginns, Board member of HIAS, on current refugee policies and immigration issues. Buy tickets for Complicit at Brown Paper Tickets https://brownpapertickets.com/events/4208627 $25/ticket (includes $5 contribution to UJA) $10/student ticket Program made possible by the Friends of ChappPAC and a generous grant from UJA Westchester
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Age of Trump Tyler Beebe, Facilitator. Guest speaker Jake Sullivan is a nonresident senior fellow in the Geoeconomics and Strategy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School. He served in the Obama administration as a national security adviser and director of policy planning at the U.S. Department of State. He was the senior policy adviser on Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign and previously…
The Pout Pout Fish – 11am
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Pout Pout Fish - the Musical Production Kick off Memorial Day weekend by bringing the family to see The POUT-POUT FISH, a new musical based on the bestselling book series featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure! Presented by @TheaterWorksUSA. Swim along with pouty Mr. Fish and his friends in this new musical adventure. Utilizing live actors and puppets, this colorful adaptation of The New York Times bestseller is sure to turn the poutiest of frowns…
The Pout Pout Fish – 2pm
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Pout Pout Fish - the Musical Production Kick off Memorial Day weekend by bringing the family to see The POUT-POUT FISH, a new musical based on the bestselling book series featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure! Presented by @TheaterWorksUSA. Swim along with pouty Mr. Fish and his friends in this new musical adventure. Utilizing live actors and puppets, this colorful adaptation of The New York Times bestseller is sure to turn the poutiest of frowns…
June 2019
To Stir, Inform, and Inflame: The Art of Tony Auth
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Chappaqua Library Presents Tony Auth’s cartoons, seemingly simple and always direct, influenced public opinion and politicians for more than forty years. “Our job is not to amuse our readers. Our mission is to stir them, inform and inflame them.” Auth, a Pulitzer Prize winner, documents the changing political and cultural landscape of our time. From LBJ to Obama, from the energy crisis to the financial crisis, this talk will show more than 100 cartoons that touched the lives of countless…
Summer Reading Kick Off
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Join us for our Kick-off to Summer Reading with our friend The Dirtmeister! All ages welcome (but best suited for grades K and up).
July 2019
New Westchester Symphony Orchestra
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Chappaqua Library presents Conductor Benjamin Niemczyk leads this amateur ensemble in performing Rossini’s Overture to L’Italiana in Algeri, Bach’s Double Violin Concerto, Anderson’s Bugler’s Holiday, Rodgers’The Sound of Music, Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz and Beethoven’s Overture to Fidelio.
September 2019
James & Susan Patterson Picture Book Launch & Signing
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Join Susan and James Patterson for a fun moderated discussion and book signing of the brand new picture book Bigger Words for Little Geniuses! Families are welcome. The interactive presentation including Q & A begins at 5:00pm on the main stage followed by a book signing at approximately 5:45 in a lobby room. Only Patterson picture books will be sold at the event. Please limit adult Patterson books brought from home to ONE per person as we want to focus…
Film: Etgar Keret: Based on a True Story
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Please join us on Sunday, September 8 at 2:00pm at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center to screen this enjoyable film, "Etgar Keret: Based on a True Story" sponsored by Bet Torah. The delightful Etgar Keret will speak after the film. You can meet him and buy his new book, “Fly Already” at the reception following the film. Go toinfo@scatteredbooks.com to order the book in advance.
Concert: Clearwater Walkabout Chorus
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Clearwater Walkabout Chorus, founded by Pete Seeger, promotes his vision of bringing social, environmental and historical awareness through folk music and other activities. The chorus appears on Pete Seeger’s Grammy Award-winning CD: Peter Seeger at 89 All library programs are free and open to the public.
Workshop – Casted! The Audition Experience
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Join us for this audition intensive workshop as we bring NYC theatre professionals to Westchester! About this Event Open to High School students in grades 9-12 What is Casted!? Casted is a unique one day "Audition Experience" where students grasp knowledge of all categories of an audition while working with trained Broadway and NYC professionals. Our goal is to get students as comfortable as possible with an audition for any upcoming college program or school/local production. Students are broken down…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: China’s Foreign Policy & Military Profile Speaker Malia Du Mont, Chief of Staff, Bard College; former Director of Strategy, Office of the Secretary of Defense Facilitator - Richard Dye All library programs are free and open to the public.
Author Talk: The Girl and the Tiger
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Naturalist Paul Rosolie discusses his novel about a young girl trying to save a tiger in the changing landscape of a modernizing India. Informed by a decade of research of endangered species in the rainforests--plus experiences with the legends of local people in remote villages--this gripping story explores our relationship to the natural world. Mr. Rosolie is a conservationist, naturalist, explorer, and award-winning wildlife filmmaker and his work to preserve ecosystems and wildlife…
Battle of the Bands Fundraiser for Friends of ChappPAC
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Friends of Chappaqua Performing Arts Center (ChappPAC) is bringing Battle of the Bands, featuring three local bands. The three bands are Red Grenadine with The Horn Dogs, Ripchord and Station Agents. Mark Goodman, who started MTV's VJs will serve as Emcee for the evening. A meet and greet cocktail party will take place with the bands at 6:00 and a reserved seat is included with the $150 ticket. General admission tickets with open seating is $50/ticket. Beverages, beer, wine and…
Film/Discussion: Paris to Pittsburgh
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Celebrate 2019 NYC Climate Week as we join with 5 Westchester Audubon groups for a screening of a film depicting how Americans are demanding and developing real solutions in the face of climate change. Cosponsors: Bedford Audubon, Bronx River-Sound Shore Audubon, Central Westchester Audubon, Hudson River Audubon, Saw Mill River Audubon, Federated Conservationists of Westchester County and Town of New Castle All library programs are free and open to the public.
MHA Community Conversation: Life After Suicide
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Learn with us as Dr. Jennifer Ashton, author of the recently released book, Life After Suicide: Finding Courage, Comfort & Community After Unthinkable Loss, shares her family's journey following personal loss, as well as the stories of others across the country. Leading the conversation of this intimate and powerful evening will be MHA Board Member and mental health advocate, Sean A. Mayer, who lost his brother Ryan to suicide in 2014. Dr. Ashton's book will be available for purchase at…
October 2019
RELOCATED Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Saudi Arabia’s Mideast Role Speaker (via Skype) Dennis Horak, former Canadian ambassador to Saudi Arabia Facilitator - Don Shields Library programs are free and open to the public. RELOCATED TO NEW CASTLE TOWN HALL
Mom’s the Word
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A musical parody about the challenges of motherhood. If you are a mom or have a mom, this show is for you! Bring your mom, your sister, your daughter for a night of laughs, refreshments by Beernoggin' and light hors d'oeuvres by Graze NY food boards! Tickets $70 Show starts promptly at 8:00pm Register at LiceOut911 Brought to you by LiceOut911 & ABCNY Moms - The Local Moms Network 100% of the net proceeds provide lice products and services to…
RELOCATED Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Songbook
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Songbook Innovative original compositions performed by “New York City’s house band.” DRINKS AND REFRESHMENTS BEFORE SCREENING PROVIDED BY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Cosponsors: Jazz at Lincoln Center and Friends of the Chappaqua Library DIGITAL CONCERT NETWORK The Digital Concert Network is an exclusive network designed to provide FREE content of the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra to Public Libraries across the country. Library programs are free…
RELOCATED Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: China’s Ambitions in the Arctic Region Speaker (via Skype) Heather Conley, Director, Europe Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies Facilitator - Don Shields Library programs are free and open to the public. RELOCATED TO NEW CASTLE TOWN HALL
Panel Discussion: How Forensics and Science is Powering Modern Crime Writing
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Chappaqua Library and Town of New Castle present Join a panel of mystery writers as they discuss real-life elements of their craft. Moderator and author Chris Knopf is the winner of the 2013 Nero Award, Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Mystery, finalist for the Connecticut Book Award and listed in NY Times’ “Recommended Summer Reading” column by Marilyn Stasio. Former journalist and author of two suspense series, Suzanne Chazin has been a two-time recipient of the Washington Irving Book Award…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Chappaqua Library and Town of New Castle present: Iran’s Regional Ambitions Speaker Jonathan Cristol, author and research fellow at Adelphi University Facilitator - Richard Dye Chappaqua Library programs are free and open to the public.
Rocky Hills Garden Lecture
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Chappaqua Library and Town of New Castle present: Dancing Through Borders An Illustrated Talk by James Alexander-Sinclair One of the foremost garden designers in the United Kingdom, James Alexander-Sinclair has designed gardens from Cornwall to the Western Isles and from London to Moscow. He is also an award winning writer and author of Gardener’s World: 101 Bold and Beautiful Flowers. Cosponsors: Garden Conservancy, Westchester Land Trust and Friends of the Chappaqua Library All library programs are free and open to…
Movie Night – Hocus Pocus
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New Castle Recreation and Parks presents FREE Family Movie Snacks will be available for purchase. Event sponsored by Compass and Friends of Chappaqua Performing Arts Center
Movie Night – The Rocky Horror Picture Show
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New Castle Recreation and Parks present The Rocky Horror Picture Show Ages 18+ Only $20 Includes Interactive Kit Snacks will be available for purchase. DeCicco's will be on site selling wine and beer. Event sponsored by Compass and Friends of the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. Purchase Tickets
CASTED! The Audition Workshop
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Join us for this audition intensive workshop as we bring NYC theatre professionals to Westchester! Open to High School students in grades 9-12 What is Casted!? Casted is a unique one day "Audition Experience" where students grasp knowledge of all categories of an audition while working with trained Broadway and NYC professionals. Our goal is to get students as comfortable as possible with an audition for any upcoming college program or school/local production. Students are broken down into small groups…
November 2019
CANCELLED Elizabeth Strout: Author Talk and Fundraiser
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Due to scheduling conflicts Elizabeth Strout has had to cancel her appearance at the Chappaqua Library. We are sorry for such short notice. All ticket holders will be refunded the cost of the ticket less the Eventbrite fee. We have no control over the fees charged by Eventbrite. Please make sure you receive your refund,. If you don't please contact thornton@wlsmail.org. Again our apologies. Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Pulitzer prize winning author Elizabeth Strout. This fall,…
RELOCATED Screening: Jazz at Lincoln Center
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RELOCATED TO TOWN HALL ASSEMBLY ROOM Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: “Nursery Song Swing” These catchy, fun and endlessly memorable songs are historical records, coded messages, life lessons and social comments. DRINKS AND REFRESHMENTS BEFORE SCREENING PROVIDED BY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Cosponsors: Jazz at Lincoln Center and Friends of the Chappaqua Library DIGITAL CONCERT NETWORK The Digital Concert Network is an exclusive network designed to provide FREE content of the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra…
Elvis Las Vegas Show
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The Town of New Castle Recreation & Parks Department Presents “ELVIS LAS VEGAS SHOW” SALUTE TO VETERANS Starring Patrick Perone, Elvis Tribute Artist Free Concert Transportation provided for New Castle Seniors, please call 238-8888 Contact Number: 914-238-3909 (Recreation & Parks Office)
Katonah Museum of Art – Himmel Award and Lecture 2019
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Hear the legendary Philippe de Montebello, former director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, speak about the changing world of museums and art. The Himmel Award is held in honor of Betty Himmel "in recognition of creators, conceivers, radical thinkers and risk-takers that provoke new thinking in art and design." The program will include a talk by Philippe de Montebello, a conversation with KMA Executive Director Michael Gitlitz and questions from the audience. You may also purchase a ticket which…
Gail Collins – Author Event and Fundraiser
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Journalist, New York Times op-ed columnist and author, Gail Collins. Gail Collins is most recognized for her work with the New York Times which she joined in 1995 as a member of the editorial board and later as an op-ed columnist. In 2001 she was appointed the first female editorial page editor. Her new book No Stopping Us Now: A History of Older Women in America is a lively, fascinating, eye-opening look…
Concert – The Don DuPont Big Swing Band
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The Town of New Castle Recreation & Parks Department Presents A FREE CONCERT featuring The Don DuPont Big Swing Band With vocalists Don Dupont, Jr. and Michele Dupont-Eames Transportation will be provided for the New Castle Seniors, please call 238-8888
RELOCATED – Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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RELOCATED TO NEW CASTLE TOWN HALL ASSEMBLY ROOM Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Going It Alone in an Interconnected World: The Impact of Trade and Tariffs on U.S. Foreign Policy Speaker (via Skype) Jennifer A. Hillman, professor of practice at Georgetown Law and fellow of Georgetown’s Institute of International Economic Law Chappaqua Library programs are free and open to the public.
Documentary Screening: The Biggest Little Farm
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: A free screening of the documentary film The Biggest Little Farm. Before the screening guest speaker Allison Turcan, Founder of D.I.G. Farm in North Salem, and host and producer of the podcast Getting Dirty, will discuss what it takes to be a local farmer. The Biggest Little Farm chronicles the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester, as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland, and dream to harvest…
December 2019
POSTPONED – Hillary Rodham Clinton & Chelsea Clinton
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DUE TO THE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED THIS EVENING WE HAVE RESCHEDULED THE HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON AND CHELSEA CLINTON AUTHOR EVENT. AS SOON AS THE NEW DATE IS ANNOUNCED WE WILL SEND A FOLLOW-UP EMAIL. PLEASE HOLD ON TO YOUR TICKETS!!!!! ALL TICKETS WILL BE HONORED FOR THE NEW DATE. IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND THE NEW DATE PLEASE CONTACT PAM THORNTON AT THE CHAPPAQUA LIBRARY thornton@wlsmail.org. WE ARE SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. Join Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton as they…
RELOCATED Screening: Jazz at Lincoln Center
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RELOCATED TO CHAPPAQUA LIBRARY THEATER Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: “Big Band Holiday” Celebrate the season with a swinging array of holiday classics. Two master vocalists join the band for this unforgettable show. DRINKS AND REFRESHMENTS BEFORE SCREENING AT 6:30 PM PROVIDED BY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Cosponsors: Jazz at Lincoln Center and Friends of the Chappaqua Library DIGITAL CONCERT NETWORK The Digital Concert Network is an exclusive network designed to provide FREE content of the world-renowned…
Hudson Valley Electric Jazz Band
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6 piece jazz fusion instrumental and vocal group covering Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Chaka Kahn, John Scofield, Stevie Wonder, Micheal Brecker, George Benson. (2) one hour sets with a 15 minute intermission. General admission tickets are $20 available at www.eventbrite.com and through the bands website www.hvejb.com.
Dancers for Food
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Join Westchester County's Premiere Dancers who are raising awareness and funds for our neighbors in need. All proceeds beyond production costs are donated to the Community Center of Northern Westchester. STOMPIN' ON HUNGER SINCE 2006 some eat & sleep dance so others can eat & sleep... Our motto since 2006, Will Dance for Food has been performing to raise awareness and funds for organizations that help families who are food insecure. We believe that a parent should not have to…
RELOCATED Chappaqua Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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RELOCATED TO NEW CASTLE TOWN HALL AT 11:30AM Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: Russian Foreign Policy: A Significant Foreign Policy Challenge Speaker Timothy Frye, Marshall D. Shulman Prof. of Post-Soviet Foreign Policy and Chair of the Dept. of Political Science at Columbia University Chappaqua Library programs are free and open to the public.
February 2020
“AGING OUT” – Film & Panel Discussion
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WIHD presents an important film and panel discussion “AGING OUT” a deeply personal film about the transition into adult services by Melissa Collins-Porter Sponsored by The Town of New Castle’s EPIC Committee Join us as we host this important film and panel discussion with the filmmaker and representatives from many local advocacy groups discussing the dire need for appropriate adult supports and services for individuals with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities. The panel will discuss our collective concerns about the…
Hubbels Music: A Celebration of Young Talent
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Join us on Friday, February 7th at 7:00 for an evening full of remarkable young talent. Students of Hubbels Music will take the CPAC stage to perform the works of Handel, Chopin, Mussorgsky, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Schumann and many more. Featuring violinist Lisa Dodakian, jazz vocalist Jennie Colabatistto and a piano duo by Kate Demas and Jarod Kashkin. In additionto Make-A-Wish-Hudson Valley, we will be donating a portion of ticket sales to WWF-Australia to help the wildlife. Purchase Tickets Here.
Music Video Film Festival
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Come to Gorilla River’s Music Video Film Festival and let yourself enjoy an evening of music videos, fun commentary and live entertainment. Building off of the popularity of last summer’s Hudson Valley Music Summit, the Festival allows music fans to take a deeper look at how visionary artists put together the whole package to present their music in the 21st century. 10 artists will be given 15 minutes to share their vision, screen their video, and receive expert feedback from our panel of celebrity judges. Our esteemed panel of judges features luminaries of the contemporary music scene: Sirius XM host Mark…
Chappaqua Library Foreign Policy Discussion Group
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Chappaqua Library & Town of New Castle present: "International Security in the Trump Era" Facilitator: Mal Nechis Dr. Evelyn Farkas was the Dept. of Defense's top Russia expert under Pres. Obama, advised three Secretaries of Defense during her tenure at the Pentagon and was responsible for policy toward Russia and the surrounding region. Expertly positioned to discuss the tenuous intersection of foreign objectives and domestic priorities, she regularly appears as an NBC/MSNBC national security contributor to discuss hot-button geo-political issues.…
An Evening with David G. Marwell
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Join the New Castle Holocaust & Human Rights Committee and Horace Greeley's Student Club E.N.O.U.G.H. for an incredible evening with: David G. Marwell, author of the book, Mengele, Unmasking the "Angel of Death". David Marwell is the former chief of investigative research at the Office of Special Investigations at the U.S. Department of Justice and the former Director of The Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City. He will share stories about his work and the hunt for Mengele.…
March 2020
SOLD OUT Children’s Series: The Paper Bag Players
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The Town of New Castle Recreation Presents: The Children's Series at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center Longest running children's theater company in the United States! Performance of original musical theater for children Pre-K thru 3rd grade. Performance is SOLD OUT Please register for upcoming Children's Series Programs HERE
Cocktails & Comedy
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An evening of cocktails and comedy to benefit Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Votes. Guests will enjoy a night of fun, laughter,wine, cocktails, and light snacks. Featuring Taylor Tomlinson, Jessica Kirson, Michelle Slonim and host Erica Spera. Click Here to Purchase Tickets
CANCELLED Author Talk: Kathy Reichs’ Conspiracy of Bones
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Library Programs Cancelled through March 31, 2020 The Library is taking every precaution to safeguard the health and welfare of our patrons and staff. The Library has decided to cancel all programs through March 31, 2020. The Library will remain open. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Chappaqua Library and Town of New Castle Present Author Talk: Kathy Reichs’ Conspiracy of Bones Marking the long-awaited return to the series that inspired the hit TV show Bones, #1 New…
CANCELLED Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About College Admissions
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Join our expert panelists for an enlightening discussion about the college admissions process. About this Event Planning for college can cause angst and confusion for both parents and students. The onslaught of information – and misinformation – can be overwhelming. Join us for an interactive panel discussion to learn what you need to know about the college admissions process. There will be ample time for questions, and light refreshments will be served. Topics include: College Admissions Testing Financial Aid and…
April 2020
CANCELLED – Tramps Like Us 30th Anniversary Concert
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The #1 Springsteen Tribute Band performing for over 30 years as the first and only band to ever re-create Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band concerts in their entirety, will appear for a special 30th Anniversary concert at ChappPAC on April 17th at 7:00pm. Beer, wine, beverages and snacks will be available for purchase during the event. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
POSTPONED – Together in Music
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NEW DATE TO BE DETERMINED Music Dir Candidate Barbara Yahr and TCO partners with the Chappaqua EPIC group for an interactive and inclusive Family Concert spotlighting the special needs community playing with the orchestra. Click Below to Purchase Tickets: Tickets: $20 Group sales of 10 or more - $15 ea Lap Kids Free
May 2020
POSTPONED – The Eight Greatest Films Ever? One Day University
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RESCHEDULED to August 1, 2020 THE EIGHT GREATEST FILMS EVER? -FOUR FOREIGN AND FOUR AMERICAN MASTERPIECES Of the thousands of foreign films that have been made, which four should every movie buff see? Professor Joseph Luzzi has chosen La Dolce Vita (director Fellini, Italy), Fanny and Alexander (director Bergman, Sweden), Jules and Jim (director Truffaut, France), and Ran (director Kurosawa, Japan). What makes these works so enjoyable and meaningful? And what qualities mark them as masterpieces? This portion of the…
Children’s Series – Magician Scott Jameson
The Town of New Castle Presents: The Children’s Series at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center Heart warming fun for the whole family!! A performance that will have you laughing out loud and perched on the very edge of your seat. Performance is FREE – However, you must REGISTER HERE.
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The Eight Greatest Films Ever? One Day University
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THE EIGHT GREATEST FILMS EVER? -FOUR FOREIGN AND FOUR AMERICAN MASTERPIECES Of the thousands of foreign films that have been made, which four should every movie buff see? Professor Joseph Luzzi has chosen La Dolce Vita (director Fellini, Italy), Fanny and Alexander (director Bergman, Sweden), Jules and Jim (director Truffaut, France), and Ran (director Kurosawa, Japan). What makes these works so enjoyable and meaningful? And what qualities mark them as masterpieces? This portion of the presentation will explore with audiences…
August 2021
Songs for a New World
Limelight Theatre Company presents LIVE professional performances of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The production will be presented on Friday, August 27th at 8PM, Saturday, August 28th at 3PM & 8PM, and Sunday, August 29th at 3PM. Written by Jason Robert Brown, the production is directed by Westchester's own Richard F. Grasso, with music direction by Westchester's Stephen Ferri. With lighting design by Adam Lobelson, sound design by Jon Weston and John Millerd, and a spectacular live…
Find out more »Songs for a New World
Limelight Theatre Company presents LIVE professional performances of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The production will be presented on Friday, August 27th at 8PM, Saturday, August 28th at 3PM & 8PM, and Sunday, August 29th at 3PM. Written by Jason Robert Brown, the production is directed by Westchester's own Richard F. Grasso, with music direction by Westchester's Stephen Ferri. With lighting design by Adam Lobelson, sound design by Jon Weston and John Millerd, and a spectacular live…
Find out more »Songs for a New World
Limelight Theatre Company presents LIVE professional performances of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The production will be presented on Friday, August 27th at 8PM, Saturday, August 28th at 3PM & 8PM, and Sunday, August 29th at 3PM. Written by Jason Robert Brown, the production is directed by Westchester's own Richard F. Grasso, with music direction by Westchester's Stephen Ferri. With lighting design by Adam Lobelson, sound design by Jon Weston and John Millerd, and a spectacular live…
Find out more »Songs for a New World
Limelight Theatre Company presents LIVE professional performances of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The production will be presented on Friday, August 27th at 8PM, Saturday, August 28th at 3PM & 8PM, and Sunday, August 29th at 3PM. Written by Jason Robert Brown, the production is directed by Westchester's own Richard F. Grasso, with music direction by Westchester's Stephen Ferri. With lighting design by Adam Lobelson, sound design by Jon Weston and John Millerd, and a spectacular live…
Find out more »October 2021
Children’s Series – Author Adam Gidwitz
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New Castle Recreation & Parks Children’s Series at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center "How To Be a Hero": Do you want to learn to be a Jedi? Or maybe save endangered mythical creatures, like dragons and Sasquatch? Or perhaps you just want to test your mettle, and walk through the grimmest forests and face the scariest foes? Best-selling, Newbery Honor-winning author Adam Gidwitz may not be a hero himself, but he’ll show you how to tap into your inner strength and…
November 2021
Children’s Series: Drumming About You
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New Castle Recreation & Parks Children’s Series at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center New Castle is going to sparkle! EVERYONE plays! You'll get your heart and hands about BB's colorful cargo of drums to stir a little spice into the music as he lauches legendary songs with high-octane melodies! Bob Bloom's participatory tunes hoots have entergized entire audiences at New Haven International Festival of Arts and Ideas, Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, First Night Celebrations in Hartford, Bridgeport, Westport,…
United States Air Force Concert Band
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The Concert Band is composed of 45 professional Airmen who captivate audiences by telling the Air Force story, and perform numerous renditions of great symphonic classics, marches, Broadway hits, jazz standards, movie music and patriotic favorites. In addition to performing standard repertoire, the Band is also a champion of new music, embodying the spirit of innovation that is inherent in today’s Air Force. Covid protocols requiring masks and social distancing will be enforced. Limit 214 people. There is no registration.…
Revelations of a SONY Adman
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The Somers Lions Club Presents Scott Westover in a one man show. Performed in memory of Cece Peterson. All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Tickets are $50 and include the show, post show beer or wine and hors d’oeuvres. Purchase tickets here.
Huma Abedin on “Both/And” – Chappaqua Library Author Event
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From her deeply personal relationship with Hillary Clinton as mentor, confidante, and role model which has seen both women through extraordinary personal and professional highs as well as unimaginable lows, Both/And is also a timeless story of a young woman with aspirations and ideals coming into her own in high-pressure jobs. A testament to the potential for women in leadership to blaze a path forward while supporting those who follow in their footsteps, Both/Andgrapples with family, legacy, identity, faith, marriage,…
Gloria’s Miami Nights
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The dazzling tribute to Gloria Estefan, starring Nikki Torres and The Nikki Torres Experience Nikki Torres is joined by a pulsating troupe of musicians, singers, and dancers to celebrate the music and career of Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine. Estefan, the Queen of Latin Pop, is famed for dozens of hits, including “Conga,” “Words Get in the Way,” “Anything for You,” “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You,” and “Get on Your Feet.” This show has thrilled audiences from coast to…
Desert Highway Band – The Absolute Best Tribute to the Eagles
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Desert Highway Band: The Absolute Best Tribute to The Eagles The Eagles’ greatest-hits album is the top-selling hits collection in American history, and no one nails those hits better than Desert Highway Band. Their note-for-note renditions of beloved Eagles classics have sparked sellout performances across the country. Spend your evening with the soft-rock sounds of “Tequila Sunrise,” “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” “The Best of My Love,” "Take It to the Limit,” “Witchy Woman,” “Hotel California,” and so many more BUY NOW
Feast of Laughs – All Star Pre-Thanksgiving Comedy Night
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Enjoy your last night before the holiday season — with six comics who will crack you up until you’re ready for anything! The show spotlights longtime New York City and national headliners Buddy Fitzpatrick, Mike Gaffney, Billy Garan, Melvin George II, John Iavarone, and Gene Trifilo. You’ll wish you could keep them around for the rest of the year! BUY NOW
December 2021
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…
A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE!
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THE TOURING COMPANY PERFORMS IN CHAPPAQUA BEFORE ITS NYC RUN! A present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas and features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. After the final bow the audience is invited to join the Peanuts gang in singing traditional Christmas songs and…