Out of Here – Calendar of Events Outside Rye 

– Compiled by April Miller and Robin Jovanovich –

MAY 9
Landscape in All Its Glory

An exhibit of over 30 paintings and prints by 24 regional artists opens at The Pelham Arts Center, with a reception and all-age art workshop from 6:30 – 8 p.m. “Glory of Landscape Then and Now” runs through June 21. Featured are artists, past and present, of the Hudson River School, scenes of historic Westchester and contemporary works by artists who continue to tap for inspiration the region’s rich natural and cultural history.
On May 20, 7-8:30 p.m., artist Don Nice and curator Alex Boyle will lead a discussion on landscape painting.
Pelham Art Center is located at 155 Fifth Avenue. Visit www.pelhamartcenter.org.

MAY 9
Dance on the Big Screen

The Jacob Burns Film Center kicks off its annual celebration of “Dance on Camera” with the documentary "Water Flowing Together" at 7:30 p.m.
The film follows the career of Jock Soto, who at 16 was handpicked by George Balanchine to join the New York City Ballet. Considered one of the greatest partners of his time, the film also touches on Soto's personal life, from his Navajo and Puerto Rican ancestry to his plans for life after dance. A discussion and reception with Soto and director Gwendolen Cates follows.
"Water Flowing Together" also plays May 10 and 12. The films selected for the 2008 "Dance on Camera" series come from as far away as Belgium, Peru, and Germany, and as nearby as Croton-on-Hudson.
Tickets are $12 for members, $16 non-members. Call 747-5555.

MAY 10
All for the Birds

In recognition of International Migratory Bird Day, Audubon Greenwich invites everyone to a day of bird-related fun and events. At 6:30 a.m., take part in Spring Birding; at 8 a.m. join the Annual Bird Breakfast in the historic Ketay-Asnes Barn.
Dr. Robert DeCandido will give a talk on the dangers of skyscrapers to night migrating birds at 9:30 a.m.; younger audiences will enjoy a green-themed reading by children’s book author Jeanine Behr Getz, at 9:30 a.m. and story time at 2 p.m. Take a naturalist-led tour of bird-friendly gardens and habitats at 11 a.m. Hope Douglas of Wind Over Wings will give a live bird of prey presentation at 3 p.m.

MAY 10
Reclaimed Art

The greatly anticipated exhibit “Reclaimed: Paintings from the Collection of Jacques Goudstikker” opens at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich. Goudstikker was the preeminent art dealer in Amsterdam between the First and Second World Wars. Forced to flee Amsterdam in 1940, just ahead of the Nazis, he left behind 1,400 works of art that were looted by Reichsmarschall Hermann Goring. In 2006 a portion of the art was restituted by the Dutch government to Goudstikker’s heir, Marei von Saher, of Greenwich.
The exhibit and its catalogue celebrate Goudstikker’s achievement, expose the atrocities of the Third Reich and tell the story of the protracted restitution.
For more information, visit www.brucemuseum.org.

MAY 10
Symphonic Celebration

The Westchester Symphonic Winds will mark its 20th anniversary with a gala concert and reception at 8 p.m. at Tarrytown Music Hall.
Guest conductor Curt Ebersole, a former principal clarinetist in the group in its early years, will lead.
The program includes: Shostakovich's "Festive Overture”, Hazo's "Perthshire Majesty", Camphouse's "Whatsoever Things", Williams' "The Sinfonians", Giovannini's "Overture in Bb", Reed's "Armenian Dances Part 1" and Fillmore's "Americans We".
Tickets are $18, $13 for students and seniors. Call 631-3390.
Tarrytown Music Hall is located at 13 Main Street in Tarrytown.

MAY 11
Hollywood Heavy

Kay Thompson, one of Hollywood's most respected and eccentric legends, returns to the spotlight in "Pure Heaven: A Party with Kay Thompson" at 3 p.m. at the Emelin Theatre.
As musical director at MGM, she was instrumental in the success of stars like Judy Garland and Lena Horne. Thompson was also part of the most successful nightclub act in American history with Andy Williams and The Williams Brothers, and co-starred in "Funny Face" with Audrey Hepburn.
This musical tribute runs through May 18, with performances Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m.
Call 698-0098 for tickets.

MAY 11
Bicycle Sundays

The ever-popular Bicycle Sundays are back and better than ever. This season, joggers and walkers and those with strollers are welcome to join the fun on the Bronx River Parkway. The course begins at the Westchester County Center in White Plains and runs south to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers, a round-trip of 13.1 miles. There are many points of entry and exit along the way. During Bicycle Sundays — also May 18 and every Sunday in June and September — a portion of the Bronx River Parkway is closed to cars.
Parking is available at the County Center lot for a fee of $4. In the event of rain, Bicycle Sundays will be cancelled.

MAY 15
Health Forum

Jane E. Brody, the personal health columnist for The New York Times and the author of 10 books, will deliver the keynote address at the annual spring health forum at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This year’s theme is “It’s Your Health: Take Charge!” and Brody will talk about  “How To Die Young — As Late in Life As Possible.”
The program will also feature talks by physicians and other health care professionals who will discuss how to make informed choices. Admission is free, but registration is required. A continental breakfast will be served. Call Antonella Caggiano at 813-6380.

MAY 17
Moms Rock

Mamapalooza 2008, a free festival to celebrate women, mothers and families in Westchester, will be held at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature bands with moms who rock, empowerment workshops, “Let It All Hang Out” workshops, hip hop and African drumming by Youth Theatre Interactions, Tot Rock and action for kids of all ages, fitness activities from Be Fit Mobile and health and wellness screenings.

There will plenty of opportunity to shop under the Women’s Marketplace. Look for great giveaways. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.