DON’T MISS

Bring Your Own Easter Basket

Every year, on the Saturday morning before Easter, families flock to one of the two Easter Egg Hunts held in town.  

The Carole D. Kirby Memorial Easter Egg Hunt, open only to City of Rye residents, is held at Rye Recreation Park. Egg hunters (age 2 through grade 5) are divided into different sections based on age and grade. The event is sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Rye Fire Department and the Rye Fire Department.

On March 30, the lineup begins at 10:30 on the basketball courts. The hunt begins at 11 sharp.

For nearly two decades, The Osborn has invited all to its annual hunt on the great lawn, where there are 6,000 candy-filled eggs for children to find and enjoy as well as carnival games. The event is held in memory of Jack Miller, The Osborn’s longtime board member and former chair.

On March 30, the gates open at 10:45 and the hunt begins promptly at 11:15.

Residents of The Osborn, who watch from the sidelines, look forward to the event almost as much as the children.

ARTS FOR ALL

World Musical Tour 

Orchestra Lumos (formerly the Stamford Symphony) will perform “Around the World in 80 Minutes” at The Osborn on April 10 at 7:30. Reserve a seat for the free concert by calling 914-925-8218.

Among the high notes will be music from Mozart to Gershwin to the Beatles. 

The Finest of Photos

The Ground Glass Members Show returns to The Rye Arts Center for its 48^th year on April 11, with an opening reception from 7 to 8:30. Meet the photographers and learn about their techniques and focus.

The 35 works in the show, juried by fine art photography consultant Debra Klomp Ching, owner of an eponymous gallery in Brooklyn, include dramatic and dynamic landscapes, portraits, street photography, and abstracts.

“They represent a truly inspiring range of vision,” said Ching. “In this grouping, you will witness humor, wonderful observations of everyday life, creative depictions of the overlooked, careful use of juxtapositions, and a clear passion for tradition.” 

The exhibit runs through April 30. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibition during regular gallery hours and go to ryeartscenter.org for information about the artists. 

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Tasty Time Travel

The Rye Historical Society invites ages 7 to 12 to journey back to Victorian times for a unique one-day adventure, March 27 from 10 to 3, at the Square House Museum.

Children will make raspberry jam, bake bread, and savor tea sandwiches and enjoy traditional crafts and games.

To register for the program, which costs $75 plus fees, go to eventbrite.com/e/spring-break-mini-day-camp-taste-of-history-tickets.

Spring Scavenger Hunt

A fluffle of bunnies will be set loose in the Rye library’s Children’s Room on March 29 from 11 to 3. Come by and discover all the bunnies that are dressed up as their favorite children’s book characters and hiding. 

GOOD SPORTS

Pickleball Classic

On April 6 and 7, the Rye YMCA will temporarily transform its parking lot into pickleball courts for its inaugural tournament. All levels are welcome. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, you will have a blast!

To view the schedule and to register, visit ryeymca.org.

TALKS & WORKSHOPS

There’s No Place Like a Well-Balanced Home

Join the co-founders of Ideal Home Innovations, Sinead Harrington and Tripta Velamoor, and interior designer Carol Love for a workshop on “Empowered Living: The Art of Balancing a Healthy Lifestyle. The free program, which is sponsored by SPRYE, will be held Friday, April 5 at 1 at Rye Presbyterian Church.

Gain valuable insights and practical tools for maintaining health, well-being, and safety at home. Reserve a spot by calling SPRYE at 914-481-5706. For more information, email ihinnovations.inc@gmail.com.

The Creative Spark

Join artist and coach Naomi Vladeck for a transformative workshop, “Finding Courage: Creating the Art You Love,” April 10 from 10-1 at The Rye Arts Center. The program is geared for artists of every level seeking clarity and meaningful action. Discover how to replace limiting beliefs with empowerment, embrace change, and unleash your full potential.

The fee is $40 for members, $50 for non-members.

Silk Strokes

Berenice Pliskin, creator of wondrous silk paintings, will be at The Rye Arts Center on April 13 at 2. A born storyteller, as well as artist, she will share what fuels her artistic vision. A collection of her vibrant works will be on display in the Center’s Gallery B. 

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Native Tree Symposium

Why do native trees matter? How can we create a homegrown national park in our own backyards or local municipalities? What are other organizations doing to increase biodiversity on their campuses? Find out on April 14 in a day-long program at the Jay Heritage Center.

Starting at 10:30, take a tour of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens and connect with other tree lovers. Bring your own lunch and enjoy seating on the veranda and in the gardens. 

Listen to a talk by best-selling author and entomologist Doug Tallamy at 12:30.

At 1:30, a panel of Sound Shore organizations will outline their native tree planting projects.

For more information and to register, visit jayheritagecenter.org.

RYE TOASTS

Community All-Star Nancy Pasquale

At its annual spring benefit, the Help Helps Mirror Ball, the Rye Youth Council will celebrate Nancy Pasquale, whose service to Rye children and families spans nearly two decades. The benefit will be held Thursday, April 25, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Apawamis Club.

Pasquale is co-founder and coalition coordinator of RyeACT (Rye Action for Children and Teens), a federally funded Drug-Free Community prevention organization, as well as co-advisor of their Youth Action Team for both Rye High and Rye Middle schools. For several years, she has coordinated youth leadership development opportunities across Westchester County. 

Her commitment to Rye City Schools includes serving for two terms on the School Board, as well as PTO co-president at Milton School and co-chair of the Friends of Rye City School District. For her efforts, she received the District’s Extra Mile Award.

The festive RYC benefit will feature an open bar, bountiful hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, and dancing to the high energy, in-demand DJ April Larkin. Dress attire is spring festive.

Proceeds from the benefit fund programs and support services that elevate youth mental well-being and enable the organization to offer one-to-one weekly therapy to children ages 5-22 at low- to no-cost throughout the year. 

For tickets, go to www.RyeYouthCouncil.org. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Executive Director Lisa Dominici at execdirector@ryeyouthcouncil.org.