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5 Things for the Week Ahead: Queen of Soul, Adventures in Babysitting

Aretha Franklin performs in Westchester this week.

For the enterprising teen, a babysitting preparation class. For the music lover, a night with the Queen of Soul. And much more. Check out some of the events going on this week:

Introduction to Babysitting, Monday, March 25, 1 p.m. White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains, NY. For teens. This four-hour class includes the responsibilities of the babysitter and the parents; emergencies and safety; playing and infant care. At the conclusion of the class, teens are required to take a simple true/false test. Handouts and a certificate of completion are distributed as well. Registration is not required but greatly appreciated. Food will be provided. For more information, call 914-422-1480.

Time for 2s and 3s, Tuesday, March 26, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains, NY. Songs, games, activities, and stories for 2 and 3 year olds with caregivers. Tickets are given out 30 minutes before program starts. Offered two times on Tuesdays: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information, call 914-422-1476.

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Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 p.m. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave. White Plains, NY. Tickets range from $49.50 to $149.50. The Queen of Soul makes up a cancelled November date in White Plains. Aretha Franllin is one of the most influential and important voices in the history of American music, with a repertoire that spans pop,soul,jazz, rock,blues and gospel. In 2009, Aretha Franklin was named the #1 Vocalist of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine. It is her rich legacy of recordings that are a testament to the power, majesty and genius of this one-of-a-kind artist of the first order. For more information, call the Westchester County box office at 914-995-4050.

Freedom: A 150 Year Commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation, Closes Sunday, March 31. New Rochelle City Hall, 515 North Ave., New Rochelle, NY.The New Rochelle Council on the Arts presents “Freedom! A 150 Year Commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation” at the Rotunda Gallery from February 19th through March 31st. The show, which invited artists to explore the themes of freedom in every day life -- on the national front and in the global community -- features works by Murray Beaver, Cristina Cerone, Robert Cotnoir, Anne Therese Dillen, Cecelia Duncan, Livia Gus, Ellen Lazarus, Barbara Levine, Maristela Margutti, Lisa Post, Wendy Vigroux, Judith Weber, Hubert Williams and John Wright. Gallery hours are weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm. For additional information visit www.newrochellearts.org.

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Registration opens for Yoga at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Rd., Bronx, NY. Registration open for yoga in the Orangerie at Bartow-Pell. On Fridays (April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31, June 7, 14, 21) from 9–10:15 a.m. De-stress, get strong and flexible, and have fun! This beginner level class is also suitable for those who want to deepen their practice in a steady, mindful approach. Taught by certified Anusara® yoga teacher Ann Casapini in a serene, sunlit space. Ten-class series. Class size limited to 12. Registraion and pre-payment required: Cost $180 for series; members $150. For more information, call 718-885-1461.


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