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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.

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Friday, August 10
Entergy Screenings Under the Stars: Paddington 2

Free outdoor movie located at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. Entertainment begins at 6pm, and movie begins at sundown.

Learn more.

The Relaxation Room

Now offering Chair Massages on Wednesdays:
$2 per minute
(10 minutes minimum,
25 minutes maximum)

To schedule an appointment visit relax.ncbcertified.com .
Client Intake forms must be completed prior to receiving services.


151 East Post Road
Suite 122
(914) 573-4832
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White Plains DPW Launches New Garbage & Recycling Collection App

"White Plains DPW @ Your Service" is a new app that provides residents with all of the same information they have been receiving for years in a clear, concise, easily accessible, and more personalized way. Residents will be able to view the garbage and recycling collection schedules specific to their address, schedule pick-ups for larger, bulk items and find guidance on how to dispose of items not available for pick up, and set reminders.

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Issue: 458
August 7, 2018
Dear Friends and Members,

This Thursday, inventive New Soul, Pop band Lohai will be coming to the City Center Summer Concert Series. Next Tuesday, K Sloan and the Melodics will be at White Plains Plaza for August's Summer Second Tuesday concert.

See you downtown,
White Plains BID Staff
 
featured EVENT
 
concertseriesSUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Thursdays from 6 pm - 8 pm
Free music at City Center in the courtyard on City Place. Rain location: 3rd floor inside City Center. Learn more and view the full schedule.

August 9
Lohai
Inventive New Soul, Pop
summersecondSUMMER SECOND TUESDAYS

August 14 from 5 pm - 7 pm
The second Tuesday of July and August are Summer Second Tuesdays. Free outdoor concerts located at White Plains Plaza, 1 North Broadway. August 14 is a performance from  K Sloan and the Melodics. She's bringing a  super soulful set of originals and covers.
 
EVENTS
Great times for all.
 
FROM BARNES & NOBLE
230 Main Street, (914) 397-2420

FOR CHILDREN:

Saturday, August 11 at 11 am
Storytime and Activities Featuring A is for Astronaut and A Place for Pluto
Celebrate science and the planets in this special space-themed Storytime. Customers will receive a glow-in-the-dark star (while supplies last), and a coupon from their Cafe for a grilled cheese sandwich with milk or juice for $4.

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Wednesday, August 8 at 7 pm
Barnes & Noble Book Club
Bring a friend and join fellow readers to discuss the latest Barnes & Noble Book Club pick, Clock Dance by Anne Tyler.

Thursday, August 9 at 7 pm
Summer Game Night Series
Barnes & Noble's Summer Game Night Series continues. Join them every week to play old classics and discover new favorites. Plus, save 10% on our featured games and enjoy exclusive offers from their Café.
FROM BEAD EVERYTHING
175 East Post Road, (914) 644-8191

Wednesday, August 8 from 6 pm - 8 pm
Late Night
Join Bead Everything for Late Night every second and fourth Wednesday night. Bead, chat, snack and shop with friends. Late Night is free to attend, just call ahead to let them know you're going.

Bead Everything Classes
Bead Everything offers classes for every skill level. Call (914) 644-8191 to register and prepay. Learn more and view the full schedule.
    Wednesday, August 8
        11 am:
Stitch of the Month: Odd and Even Count Peyote
        2 pm: All Choked Up Necklace
        4 pm: Milun Bracelet
        6 pm: Intro Class: Stringing
    Friday, August 10 at 11 am: Shamballa Bracelet
    Sunday, August 12
        11 am:
Alejandro The Fish
        Noon: Intro Class: Wire Wrapping
    Monday, August 13 at 11 am: Dragon Scale Kumihimo Necklace
FROM CINEMA DE LUX CITY CENTER 15
237 Martine Avenue, (800) 315-4000

Tuesday, August 7 at 7 pm
Sirus XM Presents  Jason Mraz: Have It All The Movie
Fathom Events brings SiriusXM Presents Jason Mraz: Have It All The Movie to movie theaters for a special one-night event. In a family film about joy, success, and artistic collaboration, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Jason Mraz takes us on a creative journey that features music from his sixth studio album Know Learn more and purchase tickets.

Wednesday, August 8 at 7 pm
The Big Lebowski 20th Anniversary presented by TCM
Fathom Events, Turner Classic Movies and Universal Pictures are celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Big Lebowski and bringing the iconic movie to select cinemas nationwide for a special two-day event, which also includes specially produced commentary from Turner Classic Movies. Learn more and purchase tickets.
SOUNDS OF SUMMER 2018

Wednesdays at 7 pm
Dancing Under the Stars
Now through August 15. Located on Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue. View brochure.
    August 8: Pablito Y La Avalancha
    August 15: FDR Drive

Thursdays at Noon
Noon Day Concerts
Now through August 30. Located in Renaissance Plaza at Main Street and Mamaroneck Avenue. View brochure.
    August 9: Blues Budda
    August 16: Art Bennett Ensemble
    August 23: Sage
    August 30: California Dreamin'
WHITE PLAINS FARMERS MARKET

Wednesdays from 8 am - 4 pm
Saturdays from 8 am - 2 pm
Every Wednesday and Saturday from now until Thanksgiving. Located 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.
THE PLAY GROUP THEATRE
1 North Broadway, (914) 946-4433

Thursday, August 9 at 7 pm
Monday, August 13 at 7 pm
Thursday, August 16 at 7 pm
Sister Act
What happens when you hide a disco diva in a convent? Sister Act may just be the funniest and funkiest musical this side of the Vatican. Featuring original music by Tony and 8-time Oscar winner Alan Menken with songs inspired by Motown, soul, and disco. Don't miss this evening of fun and divine inspiration on the PGT Mainstage. Learn more and purchase tickets.

Friday, August 10 at 8 pm, Saturday, August 11 at 8 pm,
and Sunday, August 12 at 2 pm
Cabaret
Cabaret tells the story of the infamous Kit Kat Klub at the cusp of the 1930's in pre-WWII Berlin. As Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich the Kit Kat Klub invites audiences to leave their troubles at the door and indulge. As life in Germany grows uncertain, will the allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through the tumultuous times? Learn more and purchase tickets.
100 Martine Avenue, (914) 422-1400

FOR CHILDREN:

Thursday, August 9 from 4:30 pm - 5 pm
Writers Rock: Creative Writing Workshop Series
news2.jpgGenres Rock

Children in grades 4-6 are welcome to dabble in different forms of writing, draw and cartoon, and enjoy snacks as well. This four-week series will cover diary writing, poetry, zine and genre writing. What makes fantasy different from sci-fi? A horror story different from a thriller? Learn what makes each genre different by trying out each style. Tickets will be given out a half hour before each program in this series.

FOR TEENS:

Wednesday, August 8 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
How Did I Get Here? Sewing Workshop
Join White Plains Library for this two-part program: a sewing workshop followed by a talk about the career and daily work of high fashion tailor Andrea King Lacey. The sewing portion of the event, from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, is for teens only. No sewing experience necessary, but registration is required. Patrons of all ages are invited to hear Andrea speak, from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm; no registration required for the talk.

FOR ADULTS:

Wednesday, August 8 at 12:15 pm
Lunchtime Meditation at the Library
A weekly meditation program. Brief beginning instruction will be followed by meditation. No experience or special equipment needed.

Wednesday, August 8 from 2 pm - 3 pm
Drop-in Computer Help
Bring your laptop, tablet, phone, or use one of the library's computers. No registration required; just "drop in."

Now - Tuesday, September 25
Studio Collective Art Exhibit
Studio Collective 2018's two major bodies of work: Our River and Our Library. The Studio Collective is a group of six politically and socially engaged artists that have been producing work together since 2012 in Westchester County. The group includes an author and book illustrator, a master printer, a multi-media artist, a cartoonist, an installation artist and a photographer. The artwork is for sale and ten percent of the proceeds support Friends of the White Plains Library. The exhibit will be on display through September 25. Learn more.


See all events from the White Plains Library.
THE MELTING POT
30 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 993-6358

Now - Saturday, August 11
Summer Date Night
Feeling romantic? Try a spur-of-the-moment date night. Enjoy a light meal for two, including cheese fondue, a charcuterie board, and chocolate fondue for $49.95.
MUSE PAINTBAR
84 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 506-5900

Wednesday, August 8 at 7 pm
Wine Glasses: Purple Blossoms
Create 2 wine glasses per painter. They can be used for drinking and/or toasting yourself. Book your seat.
RON BLACKS BEER HALL
181 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 358-5811

Wednesday, August 8 from 9 pm - 12:30 am
The Wednesday Night Jam
With Tom "BB" Dudley and Gil Parris. Kitchen open late. No cover charge. Jam is open to all. Sign up and play or just hang and listen.
 
 SAVE THE DATES
 
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Thursdays from 6 pm - 8 pm
Free music at City Center in the courtyard on City Place. Rain location: 3rd floor inside City Center.

August 16 | Deva Mahal | Soon to be a Soul, R&B mega star
August 23 | Alphonso Horne and the Root Continuum | Vocal, instrumental (Jazz, Funk, Blues)
August 30 | Upstate Rubdown | Acoustic, vocal driven Americana, Jazz septet

Wednesday, September 12 - Sunday, September 16
Returning to the city of White Plains for its seventh year, JazzFest White Plains is a five-day celebration of jazz for music lovers of all ages.