What's The Plan: JULY 11-13
Sidewalk sales, summer music in the park, Evita at Richter, Food Truck Friday in Bedford Hills, Farmer's Grind ice cream nights, P-Ville Music Fest, and more!
Welcome to the weekend roundup.
I’ve gotten a lot of new subscribers recently, so I thought it’d be a good summer project to organize everything into a resource hub. I hope you’re liking it. It’s kind of crazy to see how much we’ve curated together these past few months.
If you’ve got a suggestion for an upcoming post, just comment below or get in touch. I’m working now on an editorial calendar and would love your input on what you’d like to see these next few months.
Ok, let’s get into it.
On Saturday, The Little Mermaid opens at SToNC and the Ridgefield Library is hosting a Poop Museum (I’m just the messenger, folks). And there are a ton of opportunities to see some live music all weekend long. On Sunday night this Fleetwood Mac tribute band playing in Yorktown looks great. Perfect for the moms and dads who feel strongly about rooting their kids’ music education in classic rock. Don’t forget to dress up fancy for all the sidewalk sales happening in Greenwich & Darien. (New Canaan, Wilton and Katonah’s sales are next weekend).
Each week, I’ll pick an event that may not have a huge promotion budget but I think is worth highlighting. This week, the Plan of the Week goes to the Rock 'n Roots 2025 Music Festival and Fireworks Show at Lonetown Farm in Redding. This one’s put on by The Redding Historical Society. Is it just me, or are all the local historical societies on fire with their event programming? Looks like a fantastic night. »
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THURSDAY, JULY 10 (BONUS!)
National Kitten Day »
9:30 AM-6:30 PM — 🛍️ Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days (Greenwich, CT)
This one is going to be big. Check the Greenwich Chamber site to see a list of participating stores. Then maybe take the kids to the Bruce Museum afterwards. Goes through Sunday evening. »
10:00 AM-2:00 PM — 🧑🌾 Westport Summer Farmer’s Market (50 Imperial Ave, Westport)
This market is great. Always fun to walk around and explore, and they usually have a kids activity and music going. Summer/Fall market goes til Nov 13. »
10:00 AM-5:00 PM — 🛍️ Darien Sidewalk Sale Days (Darien, CT)
If you've never spent an afternoon in Darien, this would be a good day to check it out. Check the Chamber website to see a list of participating stores. They're doing a morning shopping showcase at Ring's End today from 8:30AM-10AM. On Saturday, you can get free Gofer's ice cream, and there will be a beer garden, food samples & live music at the Darien Commons. Goes through Sunday evening. »
3:00 PM-6:00 PM — 🍲 Foray and Potluck Dinner (Hilltop Hanover Farm, Yorktown Heights)
Bring the family to learn foraging and join in a forager's potluck meal. Lots of dates and locations throughout the summer so take a look and make a plan. These look like great events. $15/pp »
3:30 PM-5:00 PM — 🎶 Songs of Summer (Grace Farms, New Canaan)
This one's a new and free performance series taking place on Thursday afternoons throughout July. It'll be a drop in, family-friendly musical experience for families enjoying an afternoon at this gorgeous place. »
6:30 PM-8:00 PM — 🎵 Summer Concert Series: Raging Gracefully (Dickinson Memorial Park, Newtown)
This ones happening every Thursday night from June 26-July 31. A great park the whole family will love. »
6:30 PM-8:30 PM — 🎷 Sunset Jazz Concerts: Roella Oloro Quartet (Lyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown)
Catch a jazz show on the river at this Gilded Age mansion. Each concert will be on the west lawn overlooking the Hudson River. Bring a picnic, or pre-order food & wine. A day-of-event pass at the gate is $10/pp. »
7:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎶 CHIRP Concert: Nikki Hill (Ballard Park, Ridgefield)
Concert Happenings in Ridgefield's Parks (CHIRP) puts on these free outdoor family concerts in Ridgefield’s Ballard Park every Tuesday and Thursday from May 27 through August 28. Concerts start at 7PM and you can bring a picnic while your kids run around. This one was highly recommended in the Summer Bucket List. »
7:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎸 Summer Concert: Mike Sabath (Bedford Hills Memorial Park)
Who is Mike Sabath? He’s a musician/music producer who has worked with Liam Payne, Selena Gomez, Shawn Mendez and Sabrina Carpenter. Oh, and he’s a grad of John Jay High School. He’ll be playing on top of a bus in the park tonight before he leaves town on tour. Free! »
7:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎶 Somers Music in the Park Series (Reis Park Pavilion Stage)
Tonight, it's the The Leftovers Band Pop and Rock Cover Band. »
7:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎶 Tarrytown Outdoor Summer Concert Series (Pierson Park, Tarrytown)
There are 10 chances this summer to catch some live music over at Pierson Park. Perfect spot to catch the sun set over the Hudson River. Pack a picnic dinner and a blanket, or grab a bite from a food truck. Goes from June 27-Aug 29. Check the lineup for the featured act. »
8:00 PM-10:00 PM — 💃 Evita: Musicals at Richter (Richter Arts Center, Danbury)
Musicals at Richter is CT's longest-running outdoor theater and comes highly recommended by area moms. Bring a blanket or chairs, some snacks & drinks, and enjoy the show. There's also a small concession stand. Curtain is at 8PM, but grounds are open at 7PM for picnicking. Tix $30/adult, $25/student, $15/ages 3-10. Runs through July 19. »
FRIDAY, JULY 11
National French Fry Day »
🍿 Superman (PG-13) opening weekend »
9:30 AM-6:30 PM — 🛍️ Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days (Greenwich, CT)
Day 2. »
10:00 AM-5:00 PM — 🛍️ Darien Sidewalk Sale Days (Darien, CT)
Day 2. »
5:30 PM-8:00 PM — 🎺 Jazz Concerts @ Pierson Park kick off (Pierson Park, Tarrytown)
Sweeping views of the Hudson and great jazz music. Perfect. Only 8 Fridays this summer, through Aug 29. »
5:30 PM-8:30 PM — 🍔 Food Truck Friday! (Bedford Hills Memorial Park)
Such a pretty park. Plenty of room for the kids to run around. »
6:30 PM-8:30 PM — 🩰 Fairfield County Dance Festival (Fairfield Museum and History Center, 370 Beach Rd, Fairfield)
A fantastic opportunity to see some free dance this summer. All shows are listed in The Plan calendar. »
7:30 PM-9:30 PM — 🎼 Ranky Tanky: Concert on the Lawn (Caramoor, Katonah)
“This Grammy Award winning Charleston, SC- based quintet, performs timeless music born from the Gullah culture of the southeastern Sea Islands.” Tix start at $43. »
8:30 PM-10:30 PM — 🎥 Outdoor Summer Movie Series: Inside Out 2 (Calf Pasture Beach)
No tickets required for this one, but parking fees are still in effect. Weather cancellations will be posted on the website by 6:30PM. Bring your own chairs, blankets, and snacks. This is a beautiful beach; take advantage! »
SATURDAY, JULY 12
Etch-a-Sketch Day »
9:00 AM-1:00 PM — 🧺 North Salem Farmers Market (Back Street, Croton Falls)
Occurs on the second Saturday of every month. Live music, great local goods, and a beautiful setting. Ends in Oct. »
9:30 AM-6:30 PM — 🛍️ Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days (Greenwich, CT)
Day 3 »
10:00 AM-5:00 PM — 🛍️ Darien Sidewalk Sale Days (Darien, CT)
Day 3. »
10:30 AM-12:00 PM — 👸 Cinderella: Fairy Tale Theater at Richter (Richter Arts Center, Danbury)
Bring your little kiddos for some morning outdoor theater for little ones BY little ones. Bring a blanket or chairs, some snacks & drinks, and enjoy the show. (There's also a small concession stand.) Shows will move indoors if there's bad weather. Curtain is at 11AM, but grounds are open at 10:30AM for a craft & activity. Tix $5 and babies are free. »
11:00 AM-3:00 PM — ☀️ Rowayton River Ramble (Pinkney Park, Rowayton)
A 50+ year tradition of family fun right on the waterfront. Expect this park to be filled with live music and all sorts of fun things to and delicious things to eat (fresh oysters, BBQ, etc.). You can buy a wristband to kiddie land ($40 for 50 tix, etc.) »
11:00 AM-12:00 PM — 🪴 Learning with Nature | Make an Herb Garden (Grace Farms, CT)
This is a hands-on class that connects families with nature. Today, you'll learn how to build a backyard herb garden and everyone will take home an herb to start a garden. $20/non-member adults, $15/kids. »
12:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎶 Pleasantville Music Festival (Parkway Field, Pleasantville)
“Food and drink, beer & wine for adults, fun performances and activities to keep the kids happy, and a zero-waste program to keep the Earth happy. Plus stuff to buy, charities to learn about, and a warm, positive backyard vibe.” $75/adults, $55/students, U10 free. »
1:00 PM-3:30 PM — 🧜♀️ The Little Mermaid opens! (Summer Theatre of New Canaan) (Summer Theatre of New Canaan)
My daughter and I went to see their performance of Beauty and the Beast in 2023 and were blown away at the production value. Go. Performances begin July 12 and run only 3 weeks. Friday through Sunday with matinees and early evening performances. Tix $33-$93. »
3:00 PM-4:00 PM — 💩 The Poop Museum (Ridgefield Library)
Good for kids in grades 1-6 although I'm sure they're lenient on age requirements if your 5yo loves talking about poop as much as mine does. Poop expert Susie Maguire thinks this is THE most interesting subject in the world and will teach your kids all the "fantastic, fabulous and fun facts about human, animal and insect poop, many of which truly amaze and surprise." Registration is required but drop-ins are welcome. »
4:00 PM-10:00 PM — 🎆 Rock 'n Roots 2025 Music Festival and Fireworks Show (Lonetown Farm, Redding)
Expect live bands, food trucks, and fireworks at night. A hugely successful event by the Redding Historical Society. Tix $26/adult, $21/13-18yrs »
6:00 PM-9:00 PM — 🎵 2025 Music in the Meadow Series: Wicked Lo-Down (Lachat Town Farm, Weston)
A gorgeous setting to watch some live music with the family. Expect food trucks, drinks from the Barn Bar, and plenty of open space to spread out. Also happening August 23 and September 13. Tix $44/pp. »
6:00 PM-8:30 PM — 🍦 Farmer’s Grind Ice Cream Nights (Vista Community Park, South Salem)
If you've never been, go. This year, they're only doing four dates so you don't want to miss out. Tonight, expect ice cream from Ferris Acres, a local food truck, and live music. Vista Community Park is across the street from this must-visit coffee shop and has a small playground to keep the kids occupied. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs, let the kids run around. It's always a fun time. Free entry! »
6:30 PM-10:30 PM — 🎸 Zac Brown Tribute LIVE on Tilly Foster Farm (Tilly's Table, Brewster)
My kids love dancing to Chicken Fried and I'm sure yours do, too. Go and enjoy the music and explore this gorgeous farm. Tix $32. »
7:00 PM-10:00 PM — 🍕 Outhouse Orchards Summer Nights (Outhouse Orchards, North Salem)
This is a new one from Outhouse, which is the orchard across the street from Hardscrabble. It's a gorgeous setting. On select evenings throughout the summer, they'll have live music, pizza, burgers, and craft beers. Tonight, they're hosting "The Bruce Jacques show," a musical comedy act. For kids, they'll have a s’mores pit, a bounce house, and hayrides running til sunset. »
SUNDAY, JULY 13
Barn Day »
10:00 AM-4:00 PM — 🌸 The Northern Westchester Pollinator Garden Tour (Northern Westchester County)
The ultimate event for garden voyeurs in Northern Westchester. 30 homeowners will be opening their yards to share their experiences with the theme: "Less Lawn, More Life." Visit the tour map to plan your day. »
10:00 AM-12:00 PM — 🌳 Woodcock Nature Center Open House (Woodcock Nature Center, Wilton)
Drop by and check out this beautiful place. Free! »
10:00 AM-5:00 PM — 🛍️ Darien Sidewalk Sale Days (Darien, CT)
Last day! »
10:00 AM-5:00 PM — 🛍️ Greenwich Sidewalk Sale Days (Greenwich, CT)
Last day! »
11:30 AM-12:30 PM — 🌳 Sunday Morning Ramble (Earthplace, Westport)
Perfect day for a casual guided walk to explore the trails and enjoy the summer morning. Tix $10-$15. »
12:00 PM-6:00 PM — 🌏 Hispanic Heritage Festival (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla)
Part of Westchester County Parks' summer’s series of heritage festivals. Bring blankets or folding chairs for sitting on the lawn, but no coolers are allowed. Free. »
1:00 PM-4:00 PM — 🍓 Annual Strawberry Festival (North Salem Historical Society)
Head to North Salem with the kids to experience what life was like in the mid 1700s-1800s. Expect farm animals, blacksmithing, weaving. »
1:30 PM-3:00 PM — 🧚 Fairy Tea Party (The Westport Library)
Bring your little fairies to a tea party filled with activities, refreshments, and a visit and a show with a real fairy. Free. »
2:00 PM-5:00 PM — 🎵 Poolside Concert at Pound Ridge Pool (Pound Ridge Town Park)
4 opportunities this summer to catch some live music poolside! »
3:00 PM-5:00 PM — 🏇 2025 Sunday Polo (Greenwich Polo Club)
I've never been but I hear this is a great afternoon! Gates open at 1PM and the match begins at 3PM. You buy a car pass for $50 and can set up a picnic on the East Lawn. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome, too. Full bar service and food is available on-site. Runs through Sept. 7. »
4:00 PM-7:00 PM — 🎸 Blues and BBQ for Bedford (Bedford Village Memorial Park)
This one's organized through a collab between the Rotary Club of Bedford-Armonk and the Bedford Village Lions Club. Good thing they've got a tent, as this one's rain or shine. Expect family activities like face painting and balloon animals, and lots of great music & BBQ. Cash bar. Tix include a buffet meal. Tix are $119/family, $44/adults, $39/seniors, $23/7-17, U6 free. »
6:00 PM-8:00 PM — 🎶 Yorktown Summer Concert series: Stevie Mac, Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac Tribute (Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Field)
This one’s the Plan of the Week. »
6:00 PM-8:00 PM — 🎶 Redding Concert on the Green (Redding Town Green)
Bring a blanket, a picnic and relax to some great music. Looks like a great time. »
ONGOING EVENTS
June 6-September 21 — 🦋 Amazing Butterflies Exhibit (Grace Farms, CT)
We LOVED this interactive maze and traveling exhibit created by The Natural History Museum in London. Don’t miss the cafe and library on site. On display through September 21. Tix $8/pp. Check the website for visiting hours. »
July 5-July 19 – 💃 Evita: Musicals at Richter (Richter Arts Center, Danbury)
Musicals at Richter is CT's longest-running outdoor theater and comes highly recommended by area moms. Bring a blanket or chairs, some snacks & drinks, and enjoy the show. There's also a small concession stand. Curtain is at 8PM, but grounds are open at 7PM for picnicking. Tix $30/adult, $25/student, $15/ages 3-10. Runs through July 19. »
July 12-July 27 — 🧜♀️ The Little Mermaid (Summer Theatre of New Canaan) (Summer Theatre of New Canaan)
My daughter and I went to see their performance of Beauty and the Beast in 2023 and were blown away at the production value. Go. Performances begin July 12 and run only 3 weeks. Friday through Sunday with matinees and early evening performances. Tix $33-$93. »
Every Friday & Sunday (1:00 PM-5:00 PM) — 🫖 Afternoon Tea (Caramoor, Katonah)
Tea is served in the Music Room and includes a variety of tea sandwiches, scones with créme fraiche and preserves, desserts. Have some tea and then go on a self-guided tour of the Rosen House. $54/adults, $30/kids. Every Friday & Sunday through August 25. »
Every Thursday-Sunday (10:00 AM-4:00 PM) — 👩🌾 Hilltop Hanover Farm Stand (Hilltop Hanover Farm, Yorktown)
This one's open Thursday-Sunday from 10AM-4PM through Thanksgiving. A beautiful setting to shop for farm-fresh veggies. »
Every Friday & Saturday (5:00 PM-9:00 PM) — 🍻 Cider Nights 2025 (Hardscrabble Cider, North Salem)
Read my review here. We love this place. »
Every Friday (4:00 PM-7:00 PM) — 🍷 Happy Hour at The Aldrich (The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, Ridgefield)
Every Friday through Labor Day, this gorgeous museum extends its hours and invites you to explore the galleries, take part in hands-on activities in the studio, and experience the newly-renovated sculpture garden. Kids are welcome at these events. Beverages are available for purchase for grown-ups. If you haven't been to this Museum, this would be a great event to check it out. Free to attend with museum admission (Tix $20/adults, $9/students, U13 free) »
Every Saturday (8:30 AM-1:00 PM) — 🥕 Pleasantville Farmers Market (10 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville)
60+ vendors and held outdoors, year-round. Located just off Bedford Road, right in a historic walking village. »
Every Saturday (1:00 PM-1:45 PM) — 🎨 Young at Art: Saturday Fun for Kids (Pound Ridge Library)
Get your hands messy with your kid at this fun afternoon event. Runs through Sept 6. Free! »
Every Saturday (8:30 AM-1:30 PM) — 🍅 Tarrytown Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market: TaSH (Patriots Park, Tarrytown)
A bit of a drive, but worth it. Make a day of it! Outdoor market runs from May 24-Nov 22. »
Every Saturday (9:00 AM-2:00 PM) — 🫛 John Jay Homestead Farmers Market (Lot No. 2, Downtown Katonah)
Friends of John Jay Homestead in partnership with Katonah Chamber of Commerce, have relocated the Farm Market to downtown Katonah for the 2025 season. Stop by the market and walk around downtown afterwards. Runs every Saturday from May 3-Oct 25. »
Every Saturday (9:00 AM-1:00 PM) — 👩🌾 Gossett Brothers Farmers Market (Gossett Brothers Nursery, South Salem)
Stop by this one to browse for local goodies and see all the gorgeous spring & summer greenery in the newly-renovated greenhouse. Great selection, every Saturday morning. »
Every Saturday (10:00 AM-1:00 PM) — 🍅 Ridgefield Farmers Market (Jesse Lee Church, Ridgefield)
Always a great time: Food, music, crafts. Gorgeous location on the lawn of Jesse Lee Church. This year, they’re going weekly, yay! Click here for my interview with Exec. Director Corrin Arasa on how to do a farmers market RIGHT. »
Every Saturday (10:00 AM-2:00 PM) — 🥕 New Canaan Farmers Market (244 Elm St, New Canaan)
This one’s right behind the train station, so you can stop here and then stroll Elm Street to window shop. »
Every Saturday (10:00 AM-2:00 PM) — 🧑🌾 Georgetown Farmers Market (4 Old Mill Rd, Redding, CT)
A small but good one, right in the heart of Georgetown. Click here to watch my video interview with two Georgetown business owners of what this cute little place has to offer families »
Every Saturday (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) — 🛍️ Take it or Leave it Shed (Bedford Hills Train Station)
You never know what you’ll find at the Take It Or Leave It Shed. Great community initiative to reduce waste and inspire sustainability. Open through Oct. »
Every Saturday (10:30 AM-2:30 PM) — 🎨 Open Arts Studio (Grace Farms, New Canaan)
Held every Saturday at this magical place. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon. Recommended ages 4-12 (w/ adult). Non-member $5, register online. »
Every Saturday (12:00 PM-1:00 PM) — 🌍 Saturdays at Earthplace (Earthplace, Westport)
Pay the admission price ($10/adult, $5/kid) and drop in for a nature-based activity with your kiddo. Think: eco-art, science experiments, miniature pond exploration. »
Every Sunday (9:00 AM-2:00 PM) — 🌼 Farmer's Market (Honeybee Grove Flower Farm, Somers)
Held rain or shine on the grounds of this gorgeous flower farm, right in the center of town. Small, but lovely. Runs June 1–Oct 26. »
Every Sunday (9:30 AM-2:30 PM) — 🍅 Farmers Market (Muscoot Farm, Katonah)
Browse the vendors, visit the animals, grab a snack at the concession stand. It's a great afternoon for the whole fam. Goes until Nov. 17. »
Every Sunday (10:00 AM-2:00 PM) — 🧺 Sunday Farm Market (Stamford Museum and Nature Center)
Great products and produce at a gorgeous setting. We love this market. Admission to the market is free on Sundays through Nov 2. Park in the North parking lot. »
Every Sunday (11:00 AM-3:00 PM) — 🌽 Mt. Kisco Farmer’s Market (South Moger Ave, Mt. Kisco)
Live music and fresh produce, every Sunday. This is a good one. Ends Nov. 16. »