Community Corner

Free Concerts, Peeking into Patches and Networking Parties

The long weekend isn't here just yet, but 5 Things is ready to start getting our vacation on.

Peek Into Another Patch

When we read about artist , a homeless Oak Park man who suffers from Bipolar, and uses Twitter to alleviate his struggles, we had to share the inspirational tale with you. MacInnes opens up to his 1,600 followers about his need to secure more SNAP benefits in Illinois and helping a friend find a nursing job. 

See a Free Show

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A 75-member Westchester Band presents its first of seven free concerts (under the direction of Alan Hollander) tonight at the "Chase Park Celebration” at Chase Park. The concert kicks off at 8 p.m. and the band will perform a wide selection of music, in addition to offering up its version of the “Name that Tune” game. Yes, prizes will be doled out to winners.

Network with Westchester Businesses

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Expand your Westchester business contact at the Business Network Exchange’s after-work networking mixer. Head over to The Melting Pot (30 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY 10601) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and make sure to snag your free drink. Please register here.

Shop Gracious Living Summer Hours

The kids are away. You’re hosting BBQs. Mud and slush won’t come along with your deliveries. Yes, decorating season is definitely here. Whether you’re looking for something as simple as a martini glass set, or as difficult to choose as window treatments, head over to our local experts, during its new summer hours. Sunday and Monday by appointment only; Tues and Thurs 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. or by appointment; Wed. and Fri. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. or by appointment; Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. or by appointment.

Check out the JCC’s latest Exhibit

Duck into a cool art gallery to escape from the muggy summer air – and, of course, to take in the works of local artists Laura Clark, Eileen Kleinman and Melinda Tepler. Inspired by the nuances of shared vision, the three women describe their works as “several hours a week of connection, conversation and production,” with “colors and shapes that bloom from the paper, often in series, [and] illustrate both unique single creation and a shared spark. The exhibit is displayed at the Marjorie and Norman Alexander Gallery at the JCC of Mid-Westchester until June 30. For more information, visit the JCC’s website, call (914) 472-3300 or email blusteinc@jccmw.org.


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