An evening of live music, dancing, dining, and giving! Featuring Leon and The People’s!!
LEON of
Cool Runnings and
The Temptations Movies
Suggested Donation: $150
Any amount less or more would go to a good cause. Jamaica thanks you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1AeiOmkhA99Xy76p5uuGe5EAeipa9kW2h6hQ3poyKLUw/edit?ts=6966a6cc

 Series Overview — Be Aligned: A Seasonal Journey of Coming Home to Yourself

Aligned Truth: Releasing Who You Are Not

Conditioning • Centers • Profile • Mid-Winter Clearing

January invites us into deep winter energy, a time to slow down, reflect, and gently let go of anything that doesn’t feel true anymore. It’s not a season for pushing forward or setting resolutions. It’s a season for noticing what feels heavy, what feels “off,” and what parts of yourself were shaped more by expectations than by who you really are. The energy of early 2026 amplifies this inner clearing, making it easier to release old patterns and reconnect with your true self.

In this session, we explore the Human Design Centers – the places in your chart that show where your habits, patterns, and emotional cycles come from. Many of the behaviors you struggle with didn’t start with you; they were absorbed from family, culture, or years of trying to be who others needed you to be. You’ll also learn about your Profile, how you see yourself and how others naturally see you, so you can understand your true role and show up with more confidence, authenticity, and alignment.

This session is interactive and hands-on. You’ll receive a personalized workbook to help you identify where conditioning lives in your chart, what patterns you’re carrying that aren’t truly yours, and what parts of yourself you’re ready to release. Winter’s energy supports this kind of work, helping you let go with more ease, less pressure, and less effort.

This session is for you if… A lot of the cycles and habits you’re tired of repeating actually live in your Centers and many of them aren’t yours to carry. If you’re feeling like you’re meant for more, like life doesn’t look or feel the way you hoped it would, or you can sense in your heart that something needs to shift, this session will help you find your way back to yourself. We use Human Design as a map and work with the current planetary and seasonal energy so release can happen more smoothly with less force and more flow.

You will leave with:
 – A clearer understanding of who you are — and who you are not
 – Insight into the patterns and pressures shaping your behavior
 – Tools to release emotional and energetic weight
 – A deeper sense of your natural strengths and your Profile
 – Winter practices to support inner calm and clarity
 – A grounded foundation for Session 3: Aligned Expression

https://carriagebarn.org/event/be-aligned-workshop-2/

We’re turning winter into an event. The Playhouse brings back three of last year’s most vital, award-nominated films — ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, SINNERS, and HAMNET — films that simply must be seen on the big screen, surrounded by an audience, as intended.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/films-and-showtimes

Get WILD with your little ones at the Wolf Conservation Center and join us for afternoons filled with wolves and interactive adventures! Activities will vary each week – scavenger hunts! wolf masks! howling lessons! – and will be engaging and nature-focused. Children will also see gray wolves Silas, Nikai, and Kinari!

This program runs from 2 pm – 3 pm on the following dates:

January 23, 30
February 6, 13, 20, 27
March 6, 13, 20, 27

This program is intended for children ages 3-5. Children must be able to walk independently.

Pre-registration is required. Please dress for the weather.

Fees: $150 per child for 10 sessions
https://nywolf.org/event/toddlers-tails-2026-01-23/

Join in a this first opportunity to see the exhibit, meet the artists and enjoy cocktails, canapes and live music.

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

Children and teens ages 8-20 have the rare opportunity to perform a song or monologue and receive professional feedback from Broadway and film performers, directors, agents, and producers in New Paradigm Theatre’s signature event. Audience members of all ages are invited to watch the performances and learn from our Broadway professionals' extensive feedback.

Performers will receive feedback from the following panelists:

Jamibeth Margolis – NY casting director

David Friedman – Film and theatre composer (especially Disney!), songwriter, author, lyricist, and conductor

Mark Aldrich – Broadway performer and author

Kristin Huffman, Artistic Director of New Paradigm Theatre, Broadway veteran, and professor at the University of Hartford’s Hartt School, will also lead a “talk back" after the event, with a panel discussion for participants and audience members. Audience members and participants may ask insider questions about the industry.

https://www.newcanaanlibrary.org/event/new-paradigm-theatre-161838

The final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. This is a sensory-friendly screening. This monthly series will screen a family film in a safe and accepting environment. We are turning sound levels down and keeping the lights on low. Sing along, leave your seat, move or talk when you need to. Everyone is welcome. Presented in partnership with the Inclusive Initiative.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/wicked-for-good/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

Join Bedford magician and seven-time Emmy winner David Pogue for a hands-on, 90-minute master class in the Playhouse Café. Learn impromptu street-magic tricks using everyday objects—forks, pencils, string, cards, and even your phone—that are easy to do but amaze any audience. All materials, including cards, are provided, and copies of Magic for Dummies will be available for purchase. Build confidence, dazzle your friends, and experience the fun of real magic.

Two sessions available on Sunday, Jan 25 at 2PM and 4:30PM. Space is limited—reserve your spot today!
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/learn-street-magic-with-david-pogue/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=special

A family lost, now found through the collision of serendipity and sheer luck. A prominent foundational Ridgefield family whose revolutionary story has been forgotten for 200 years, will now be revealed.

Six portraits from the early 19th Century comprise a remarkable art and history mystery, which began in Ridgefield. Their story will be revealed on Sunday, Jan. 25, at 2 p.m. at Lounsbury House at 316 Main St. in Ridgefield, CT by Melanie Beal Marks, principal researcher and owner of CT House Histories, who is a member of the Historic Preservation Committee of the Ridgefield Historical Society. This program is part of the Ridgefield Historical Society’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America in 2026.

As the national Semiquincentennial celebration begins, it’s fitting to observe that the patriarch of this family, Benjamin Lynes, was personally involved in the Revolutionary War, as a Redding teenager taken captive by British troops and then as an American soldier, serving at West Point. He was a longtime prominent resident of Ridgebury and is one of 14 Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Ridgebury Cemetery.


This presentation will mark the very first time this collection of portraits has been seen publicly and is a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society in partnership with Lounsbury House.

The six portraits from the Lynes family will be on loan from a private collector for the afternoon program. There will be ample opportunity to see these paintings, done by at least two different artists (unknown). Come learn about the subjects’ storied lives while living in Ridgefield, New York City and Norwalk and discover how these portraits landed in the hands of the current owner.

Melanie Beal Marks, whose meticulous house histories bring a wealth of documented information to homeowners who engage her, is also recognized for her knowledge of the itinerant portraitist Ammi Phillips. In 2022, she helped organize an exhibit of Phillips’ work with the Kent Historical Society. Melanie had been studying Ammi Phillips, also known as the “Kent Limner,” for several years, helping to establish provenance for paintings done nearly 200 years ago.


On Jan 25 Melanie will share the story of how the Lynes portraits came to her attention and how she found the keys to unlocking the mystery of who this group of portraits included. She’ll share the stories of Patriot and patriarch, Benjamin Lynes’ five children but will focus in on his son, Samuel, Samuel’s wife, and their daughter and her husband. Their portraits will also be on display – as well as that of Benjamin’s wife. It’s a story of many twists, a genealogical/historical mystery, now solved.

Tickets ($25) for this program are limited, nonrefundable, and available from the Ridgefield Historical Society at https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/faces-from-the-past-a-history-mystery-that-connects-a-family-to-ridgefield/
The snow date is Sun. Feb. 1, 2-4pm. For more information contact info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821.

The Red Shoes, the singular fantasia from Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, is a mesmerizing backstage drama and a Technicolor masterpiece. Moira Shearer stars as a rising ballerina torn between an idealistic composer and a demanding impresario. With stunning cinematography, Oscar-winning design and score, and a breathtaking central ballet sequence, this restored classic is a timeless celebration of artistry, passion, and sacrifice.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/the-red-shoes/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

New year, new connections! Join us for an evening of conversation, handshakes, and new possibilities at our January Networking Event!

HAYVN HerStory w/ Ophira Edut, The Astro Twins, sought after astrologer & intuitive advisor. VIP Reception option!
About HAYVN HerStory:

Chronicles of Women Who Innovate. Celebrate, Learn, and Be Inspired!

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

Hear ‘HerStory’ in HAYVN’s special series highlighting challenges, triumphs, innovative ideas, and offering all a unique opportunity to learn from their experiences.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, these events are designed to empower and motivate our entrepreneurial community. Come and connect with like-minded individuals, share your own experiences, and leave inspired to innovate and excel.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of an empowering experience!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hayvn-herstory-ophira-edut-the-astro-twins-tickets-1262829851079?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1cupdyu*_gcl_au*NjU2NzI3MzIxLjE3NjM1NzYwNjE.*_ga*Mjc3MzA3ODc4LjE3NjM1NzYwNjE.*_ga_8VY00MFCH3*czE3NjYwOTA2MDgkbzM2JGcxJHQxNzY2MDk0NDQ4JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..

Hope in Motion: Breaking Barriers with Autism Service Dogs shares powerful stories of connection, courage, and transformation, highlighting how BluePath dogs bring safety, independence, and joy to children with autism and their families. This documentary film (15 minute running time) will be followed by a short panel discussion and cocktail reception. Presented with BluePath Service Dogs.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/hope-in-motion-breaking-barriers-with-autism-service-dogs/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

SHIFTING SANDS - TODAY'S MIDDLE EAST
Join us this January for a fascinating four-part lecture series on the Middle East, held Thursday mornings at the DCA. We look forward to welcoming you for the following presentations.
Thursday, January 8 (10am) Iran Beyond the Headlines
Speaker: Holly Dagres, The Washington Institute for Near East Policy

Thursday, January 15 (10am) Regional Transformations: Saudi Arabia and the Emergence of a New Gulf Order
Speaker: Elisa Ewers, Scalare Advisors LLC

Thursday, January 22 (10am) Israel, Palestine, and the Region: Post October 7 Paths Forward
Speaker: Lucy Kurtzer-Ellenbogen, Middle East Institute

Thursday, January 29 (10am) The United States and the Middle East - From Delusion to Reality
Speaker: Steven A. Cook, Council on Foreign Relations

ZOOM LINK INCLUDED. www.dariendca.org/register

Start the year off right with some post-holiday self-care by treating yourself to art, wine, and a well-deserved night out. Join the Katonah Museum of Art’s Director and Chief Curator Michelle Yun Mapplethorpe for an after-hours cocktail at the Museum. Explore Shen Wei: STILL/MOVING, connect with other moms, and enjoy a glass of wine and light bites.

$10 Members/$15 Non-Members. Library and Free Passes are not valid for this event. 

Not a member? Join now to enjoy member perks! 

Please join us for a live reading of "Nobody's Girl" by Virginia Roberts Guiffre, the most outspoken victim of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. LifeWay's Executive Director, Ali Boak, an internationally recognized expert on human trafficking and co-founder of the Westchester County Anti-Trafficking Task Force, will facilitate a discussion about the real-world issues highlighted in the book with local survivors, an investigative journalists and other experts.

This evening brings together neighbors, advocates and local anti-trafficking experts for an honest conversation about exploitation, resilience and the ways our community can take action.

6–8 p.m. Reading, Cocktails, Appetizers

8–9:30 p.m. VIP After Party — includes dinner at the Old oHHo Firehouse (down the street from Bedford Playhouse)

$20 Students, LifeWay Network Volunteers, Religious Partners
$75 General Admission
$150 VIP After Party at the Old oHHo Firehouse

Proceeds benefit LifeWay Network’s education and safe housing programs.

https://bit.ly/NobodysGirlDiscussion

Sherene De Palma, Jill Faber, Fran Hauser, Wendy Mele, Mariya Rosberg, Jessica Watts and Sean Willman

Explore the art of trace monotype printmaking at Yellow Studio on Thursday January 29 at 6:30pm. In this hands-on beginner workshop, artist and printmaker Allison Belolan will guide you through a drawing-based printmaking technique pioneered by Paul Gauguin and used by contemporary artists like Tracy Emin.

No experience required – just bring your curiosity and openness to play. Learn the intimate process of trace monotype as you create drawings on an inked plate, then transfer your marks onto paper through gentle pressure and touch.

Allison will walk you through each step, from inking your plate to making drawings with pencils, styluses, or even your fingers. This accessible technique bridges the immediacy of drawing with the distinctive character of printmaking, allowing your personal mark-making to shine through delicate, one of a kind images.

You’ll leave with your own plexi plate, a collection of trace monotypes, and the knowledge to continue exploring this technique at home or incorporate it into your existing creative practice.

Join us on the evening of January 29 at the Yellow Studio to discover the expressive possibilities of trace monotype printmaking.

This paid workshop is open to any woman interested in learning about the monotype process, and is limited to 12 participants.

About Allison Belolan

Allison is a curiosity-driven, multidisciplinary artist whose practice is influenced by observations, documentation, and research of her surroundings. Allison’s work has been featured in US galleries and art fairs, including the Every Woman Biennial and The Gallery at Yellow Studio. A Rhode Island School of Design graduate in Printmaking (2001), Allison later earned a Master’s in Teaching Art Education from the School of Visual Arts (2009). She taught art until 2019 and now creates from her home studio in Mamaroneck, New York. For more information, visit allisonbelolan.com
https://yellowstudiony.com/event/drawing-into-print-an-introduction-to-trace-monotype-with-allison-belolan/

BEYOND SURVIVAL shines a light on the "Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act," a ground-breaking law that allows sentencing courts to consider the nuanced impact of abuse that contributed to a crime, providing for an alternative to mandatory minimums that perpetuate cycles of criminalization. Featuring survivors freed under the DVSJA law, survivors denied resentencing, campaign leaders, legislators, judges, and activists who spent 10 years advocating for and enacting the law in NY State, the film offers a powerful and consequential lens on the connection that must be made between domestic violence and criminal violence.

Panelists:

Judy Clark, Survivor Justice Project

Dede Bartlett, New Canaan Abuse Prevention Partnership

Meghan Scanlon, CCADV

Facilitator Suzanne Adam, DVCC
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/movie/beyond-survival

Immerse in a weekend of curated films and one-of-a-kind Grace Farms site experiences designed to honor the pivotal moment when one person commits to designing and building for the benefit of humankind and the Earth. Watch stories of bold, genius dreamers who put seemingly impossible ideas into action in the fields of architecture and design, and enjoy moments to reflect on your own journey through food, music, yoga, and guided walks.

Opening night of the film festival on January 30 will feature an evening film and conversation with inspiring themes that will echo throughout the next day. Grace Farms Members are invited to a casual reception on Friday to meet the directors and connect with fellow members.

Spend the day at Grace Farms on Saturday, January 31, with films and Q&As spread among three spaces in the River building and Barns, and food available for purchase. Throughout the day there will be additional opportunities to join a guided winter walk organized with New York Botanical Garden, Yoga and Movement with Pilin Anice, and a design session with Slade Architecture.

Friday, January 30 - Saturday, January 31

Join us for a weekend of films exploring the built environment’s power to enrich our human experience and to remind us of our capacity to create positive change in the world.

Our opening night premiere of Søren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter will be followed by a dialogue between Pihlmann and Grace Farms CEO and Founder Sharon Prince, alongside Kyle Bergman, Festival Director & Founder of Architecture & Design Film Festival, and Toshihiro Oki, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor.

On Saturday, enjoy a full day of films and curated activities amplifying our longstanding belief that architecture moves us and inspires us to address the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time.

This year’s films have been curated by co-Festival Directors Kyle Bergman and Toshihiro Oki. The special partnership between the two organizations is grounded in the spirit of bringing the worlds of films, architecture and community together in a setting for creating new discussions and outcomes.

Special thanks to New York Botanical Garden.
https://gracefarms.org/event/humanity-in-architecture-film-festival-2026/2026-01-31?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23272941741&gbraid=0AAAAAoPUmfDQLSMw8hhgg-CCZDzZLrfUR&gclid=CjwKCAiAmKnKBhBrEiwAaqAnZ0e6sRMyityy5rhwtx8a47AXr7PbQOQouHHojIyhEg9fFmDHtcvaWRoCr2gQAvD_BwE

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

Join this evening of historic vignettes, food, drinks and music of the time & showcase of the Rev Up 250 coalition members.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1776-tavern-night-tickets-1977918204594

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

Join KMAA’s Monique Ford for drop-in sketching workshops—perfect for both seasoned artists and beginners. Ford will be on hand to offer tips and techniques, and each session will be unique. Basic supplies provided. Open to adults. Included with admission. Stay for the 2:30 PM docent tour of Shen Wei: STILL/STANDING.
https://www.simpletix.com/e/drop-in-drawing-tickets-237956

We are grateful to Peter Kundhardt Jr, Executive Director of the Gordon Parks Foundation for his careful consideration of the 600 images. We look forward to presenting the selected works in this year’s show.

‘While I selected a variety of subjects, the documentary pictures had the most impact on me. Everyday people on the streets, in protest, gathering, posing, and children laughing all showed humanity and dignity that the photographers were able to capture. Gaining trust with your subject is very hard and capturing that trust is even harder. A picture needs to tell a story and there are many strong examples in this selection’. Peter W. Kunhardt, Jr.
https://carriagebarn.org/46th-annual-juried-photography-show-call-for-entries/

The exhibition includes paintings, photography, ceramics, wood carving, hand-made jewelry, and decoupage.

ALL proceeds are donated to local charities. 
https://artshowbedford.org

Learn how to develop character, establish setting, set tone, develop backstory, and create the world of your personal monologue.

Monologue writing is an incredible tool to empower you to tell your own personal story. In this two-hour workshop, participants will learn how to develop character, establish setting, set tone, develop backstory, and create the world of their personal monologue. This adult workshop is for writers of all abilities–no experience is necessary. Worksheets will be provided.

Limited to 10 participants.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monologue-writing-workshop-tickets-1977505013729?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for an inspiring evening with authors and former editors-in-chief Laura Brown and Kristina O’Neill. They’ll be in conversation with Good Morning America Lifestyle Contributor Lori Bergamotto, sharing stories, insights, and lessons from their national bestseller, All the Cool Girls Get Fired.

Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-talk-laura-brown-and-kristina-oneill-tickets-1977512085882?aff=oddtdtcreator

Presented in partnership with the Rusticus Garden Club.

A young couple battle entrenched tradition and hostile forces to bet on nature for the future of their failing, four-hundred-year-old estate. Ripping down the fences, they set the land back to the wild and entrust its recovery to a motley mix of animals both tame and wild, beginning a grand experiment.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/wilding/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Join The Playhouse for the BRIT PICK series! Celebrating British brilliance with TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY, IN BRUGES, DUNKIRK, and PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/home

Blossom Hill will host its annual Galentines celebration, For the Love of a Child, on February 5, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Country Club of New Canaan. All proceeds will support the organization's mission of education for peace, transforming the lives of displaced and at-risk children and youth globally.

Start Valentine's week with purpose at this cherished annual fundraiser. Guests are invited to drop in with friends for an afternoon of connection and giving, featuring a curated selection of vendors and artisans perfect for Valentine's shopping:

● Custom flower bar

● Delightful tea sandwiches and scones

● Specialty teas and refreshments

● Curated shopping experience with local artisans

Every ticket purchased directly supports education for peace initiatives through Blossom Hill's 15 schools and programs around the world, including right here in Connecticut.

"When we invest in the education and healing of displaced children, we're not just changing individual lives—we're building pathways to peace across generations," said Shiva Sarram, Executive Director of Blossom Hill. "Events like For the Love of a Child remind us that every act of support, no matter how small, creates ripples of hope for children who need it most. We're grateful to our community for standing with us in this vital work."

Tickets: https://blossomhill-foundation.org/galentine/

Renowned musicians Kevin Zhu, violin, Gabriela Diaz, viola, Sterling Elliott, cello and Marguerite Cox , double bass and Andrew Armstrong, piano will present a concert including music by Serge Koussevitzky, Rebecca Clarke, William Grant Still, and Arvo Part as well as Schubert's famous quintet. Performances will be at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan at 178 Oenoke Ridge Road in New Canaan.
Tickets: www.newcanaanchambermusic.org

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

https://www.actofct.org/

Minear’s voice delivers raw emotion, while her lyrics, likened to Joni Mitchell and Sarah McLachlan, cut straight to the soul. She is a unique artist with a gift for translating human experience into sound. In the words of multi-platinum songwriter, Andrea Stolpe, “[Lauren has] the ability to make the most difficult experiences relatable”. Minear’s transformative third album, Boxing Day was released on October 17, 2025 to critical acclaim. Show begins at 6:30pm. Free admission, no reservation required.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/lauren-minear/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=music

Renowned musicians Kevin Zhu, violin, Gabriela Diaz, viola, Sterling Elliott, cello and Marguerite Cox , double bass and Andrew Armstrong, piano will present a concert including music by Serge Koussevitzky, Rebecca Clarke, William Grant Still, and Arvo Part as well as Schubert's famous quintet. Performances will be at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan at 178 Oenoke Ridge Road in New Canaan.
Tickets: www.newcanaanchambermusic.org

Learn the importance of saving, using, and exchanging your own seeds, as well as tips for optimal seed selection, equipment, timing, soil blocks, and more.
https://gracefarms.org/event/nature-workshops-kimberly-kelly-seed-starting

Join us for an exceptional evening with Robert Stephan Cohen, one of the nation’s most respected and sought-after divorce attorneys. Known for representing notable figures such as Michael Bloomberg, Joni Evans, Melinda Gates, Rupert Murdoch, and Chris Rock, Cohen has become a leading voice in navigating some of the most complex and high-profile marital disputes of our time. In this rare appearance, Cohen will share insights from his decades-long career at the intersection of law, family, and public life—offering a candid look at the realities behind the headlines.

The conversation will be followed by a screening of Heartburn, the Mike Nichols–directed classic written by Nora Ephron and starring Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson. This sharp, funny, and bittersweet story follows a magazine writer who gives up her career for love and a charming newspaper columnist who can’t give up his old habits—proving that when romance and reality collide, heartburn is inevitable.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/heartburn-with-special-guest-robert-cohen/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Engaging each of the five senses, join Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones to experience the flavor building blocks that create the food you love during this deep-dive into the science behind taste.
https://gracefarms.org/event/the-science-of-flavor-2026

There’s nothing more fun than sharing a story – so give yourself the time and space to do it! Search your memory, or take a look at some of those old photos or letters stashed in your attic, and come to this special workshop ready to enjoy the pleasure of setting words to paper. Whether you want to publish or simply record the past for those who’ll come next, you’ll leave with one or more strong beginnings, a plan for going forward, and the joy of being part of a writing community!

Limited to 12 participants.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/writing-workshop-you-should-write-this-down-tickets-1974880484692?aff=oddtdtcreator

Mark the Lunar New Year with a day of creativity and cultural tradition for the whole family! Discover the work of artist Shen Wei, experience a dynamic Lion Dance, enjoy performances by the Li Garden Dance Company, and create Lunar New Year–themed art projects.

All ages and abilities welcome. Registration recommended.

Photo Credit: Kefei Wang
https://www.simpletix.com/e/family-day-lunar-new-year-celebration-tickets-253028

Though not a household name, Paddy Chayefsky remains one of the most revered and enigmatic screenwriters in film history. The only writer to win three solo Academy Awards for Best Screenplay—Marty (1955), The Hospital (1971), and Network (1976)—Chayefsky’s legacy is defined by his sharp insight, originality, and uncompromising voice. This feature documentary explores his groundbreaking work, obsessive craftsmanship, and lasting influence on American storytelling. At its core, the film centers on Network, widely regarded as Chayefsky’s most powerful and prescient script. More than a film, it stands as a bold critique of media and culture, delivered with a prophetic urgency that still resonates today.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/paddy-chayefsky-collector-of-words/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Join The Playhouse for the BRIT PICK series! Celebrating British brilliance with TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY, IN BRUGES, DUNKIRK, and PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/home

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Your mobile phone is dinging, the coffee pot is overflowing, and you are running late for work (again). THIS IS NOISE! Sometimes it’s blaring, obvious, and in your face. Other times it’s pervasive, sneaky, and barely audible. The moments you can’t seem to shake the nagging feeling you are just not good enough, the “helpful” advice that floods your thoughts with worry, stress, or guilt, waking up feeling more exhausted than the night before. ‘Noise’ is relentless, it can affect everything. Fortunately, we don’t have to be at the mercy of ‘noise.’ Blocking the Noise gives you the tools to identify, understand, and remove the way in which ‘noise’ influences your life. Blocking the Noise is a reset button providing you with the guidance to live a life you truly enjoy rather than one you passively accept. Books will be available for sale/signing.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/blocking-the-noise/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=author

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun and welcoming High Tea at Ridgebury Farm, designed for families to enjoy together. Guests will be treated to a traditional tea service featuring classic tea sandwiches, sweet treats, and warm drinks, all thoughtfully prepared and served in a cozy farm setting. The tea is meant to feel relaxed and joyful—a chance to slow down, share something special, and enjoy time together while celebrating the season of love. Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, this High Tea is a memorable way to mark Valentine’s Day at the farm.
https://www.ridgeburyfarm.com/hightea

Join us for the opening reception of The Phenomenon of Awe, a two-person exhibition featuring multimedia artists Sonjie Feliciano Solomon and Antoinette Wysocki.

This celebration offers the opportunity to meet both artists, view their transformative works, and experience firsthand the dialogue they've created between memory and presence, personal history and shared experience.

Solomon's practice draws from environmental elements to create rhythmic, fractalized patterns that invite quiet reflection and ground viewers in the present moment. Wysocki's multimedia practice explores memory, heritage, and the passage of time through abstraction and layered symbolism, including collages built from fragments of her own paintings reassembled into new compositions.

This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the artists and discover how their distinct practices invite sustained reflection on the natural world and the cycles of transformation that shape our lives.

The exhibition runs through March 15, 2026
https://yellowstudiony.com/event/opening-reception-antoinette-wysocki-and-sonjie-feliciano-solomon/

The North Salem Historical Society Presents "Fly Me to the Moon' A Valentine Dinner, Dance & Fundraiser. Featuring the Big Band Sounds of the Norm Hathaway Orchestra.
https://www.nshs.info/fly-me-buy-tickets

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the romantic comedy Roxanne, starring Steve Martin and Daryl Hannah. Bring your significant other, friends, or treat yourself for a feel-good night at the movies. Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine, a personal charcuterie board, and a special dessert—packed to enjoy in your seat. Steve Martin delivers a standout performance as C.D. Bales, a kind-hearted small-town fire chief whose wit and intelligence are matched only by his famously long nose. When he falls for the beautiful Roxanne (Daryl Hannah), he finds himself helping another fireman woo her—leading to a clever, charming love triangle filled with sharp humor and heartfelt moments.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/roxanne/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

One of the most acclaimed and treasured animated films of all time is about to sweep you off your feet. Follow the adventures of Belle, a bright young woman who finds herself in the castle of a prince who’s been turned into a mysterious beast. With the help of the castle’s enchanted staff, Belle soon learns the most important lesson of all – that true beauty comes from within. Be our guest and let the music you’ll never forget and the characters who will fill your heart cast a shimmering spell like never before.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/beauty-and-the-beast/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

It’s a winter wonderland at Grace Farms! Families can enjoy special programming inspired by a cozy staycation. Pick up a passport at the Welcome Desk — or bring a passport from previous “vacations” at Grace Farms — and venture through the River building for wintertime activities. Collect stamps at each activity for a small treat.

On February 20, join the Polar Bear Picnic, and have breakfast for dinner! After enjoying a meal provided by Grace Farms’ culinary team, take part in winter-inspired crafts and games.

Link: https://gracefarms.org/event/winter-passport/2026-02-17

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

When a mysterious spacecraft touch down across the globe, an elite team – led by expert translator Louise Banks (Academy Award nominee Amy Adams) – races against time to decipher their intent. As tensions mount between fearful governments, Banks discovers the aliens’ true purpose and, to avert global war, takes a chance that could threaten her life, and quite possibly humanity. Oscar nominee Jeremy Renner and Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker co-star in this mesmerizing masterpiece with a mind-blowing ending.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/arrival/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Join us on Saturday February 21 or this unique opportunity – to have your portrait painted by local Artist Jessica Miller.

Each 7 x 5 inch expressionist portrait will capture the subject’s likeness and mood, painted in one half-hour sitting.

All are welcome to sit for a portrait, including children accompanied by an adult.

Each portrait is $250.

There will be 6 portrait sessions.

Please register using link: https://yellowstudiony.com/event/half-hour-portraits-by-jessica-miller-14/

“Bold, decisive, and dynamic are just some of the adjectives that describe Jessica Miller’s work. Vibrant brushwork and vivid color embolden her canvas with a unique expression that captures the essence of her subjects. Whether painting a landscape or portrait, Jessica finds the indelible qualities that invigorate and fortify her work, leaving the viewer captivated by her interpretations of life and nature. Jessica’s work seems influenced by the Fauvists of the 20th century yet remains uniquely and formidably an expression of herself and her time.” — Andrew Lattimore

Renowned composer/songwriter Alan Menken performs selections and shares stories from his unparalleled career live at Bedford Playhouse. Alan Menken is an iconic American composer best known for his work in musical theater and film, especially his collaborations with Disney. He has written the music for beloved animated films such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and Pocahontas. In addition to his film work, Menken has had a successful career in stage musicals, including Little Shop of Horrors, Newsies, Sister Act, A Bronx Tale, and Broadway adaptations of Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin. Menken is one of the few artists to have achieved EGOT status, winning Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/an-evening-with-alan-menken/?utm_source=Bedford+Playhouse&utm_campaign=cabb4b8ca5-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_12_10_06_25_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-45f0529324-610295679

Business blooms at Mushnik's Flower Shop when an exotic potted plant called Audrey II arrives. It turns out to be a carnivorous "mean, green mother from outer space," filling that little shop with lotsa horrors. "Little Shop of Horrors" first flowered in a low-budget 1960 Roger Corman movie, re-sprouted as a smash 1980 off-Broadway musical and now comes full circle in this 1986 movie musical adaptation of the stage hit with a score by multiple Academy Award winners Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. An all-star cast of comedy pros spreads tentacles of pleasure.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/little-shop-of-horrors/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Before anyone joked about “throwing Momma from the train,” Alfred Hitchcock had already pioneered the perfect murder “crisscross” in Strangers on a Train. When tennis star Guy Haines (Farley Granger) casually vents about wanting his wife gone, he catches the attention of charming but unhinged playboy Bruno Anthony (Robert Walker), who wishes the same fate for his father. Bruno proposes a clean exchange—each kills the other’s problem, leaving no motive and no clues. Guy dismisses it as a twisted joke… until Bruno carries out his half of the plan. With its escalating tension, macabre humor, and standout performances from Ruth Roman, Leo G. Carroll, and Patricia Hitchcock, this iconic thriller remains one of Hitchcock’s most unforgettable and unsettling rides.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/strangers-on-a-train/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Join a panel of experts for an enlightening conversation covering everything from infancy to toddlerhood and beyond. Dr Abby Siegel, M.D., FAAP is a Board Certified Pediatrician who does home sick visits for children in Westchester and CT through her private practice, Abby Siegel Health Consulting. Rachel Gertsman, M.S., E.D. is the owner of Tot Time, a private Preschool located in North Salem. Carla Perl, CPSC is a Certified Pediatric Sleep and Positive Encouragement Consultant. Through her company, Slumberland Solutions, she creates customized sleep and toddler behavior plans tailored to each family’s unique needs. Alexandra White, M.A., IBCLC is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) working in private practice and overseeing the Doula Program at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/foundations-to-futures/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=talk

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Veselka is the story of New York City's beloved Ukrainian restaurant Veselka and its father and son proprietors, Tom and Jason Birchard. When Jason graduated college without a vision for his future, Tom brings him into the family business. Jason learns that Tom's dedication to Veselka produces delicious food that satisfies a colorful cast of neighbors and newcomers, but this leaves little time for Tom to be “dad” at work. In 2020, Jason takes ownership of Veselka from his reluctant-to-retire father. He has large shoes to fill, but Jason’s biggest challenge becomes the war in Ukraine. He is unexpectedly thrust into the role of surrogate father to support his Ukrainian staff impacted by the war. Jason must explore his past working relationship with his own dad to “feed” his war-torn team as he keeps his business afloat. For 70 years, Veselka has been the vibrant and welcoming heart of the community and now its role, and Jason’s, is more vital than ever. Narrated by Golden Globe Winner and Little Ukraine native David Duchovny. A Q&A with writer/director Michael Fiore and director of photography Bill Winters follows the film.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/veselka-the-rainbow-on-the-corner-at-the-center-of-the-world/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Join KMAA’s Monique Ford for drop-in sketching workshops—perfect for both seasoned artists and beginners. Ford will be on hand to offer tips and techniques, and each session will be unique. Basic supplies provided. Open to adults. Included with admission. Stay for the 2:30 PM docent tour of Shen Wei: STILL/STANDING.
https://www.katonahmuseum.org/events/?eid=950

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the C&M 2026 Annual Dinner Dance at the Bedford Post Inn.

Enjoy an open bar hors d’oeuvres, dancing, valet parking, and festive Olympic-themed games as we come together to celebrate community and support C&M’s mission.

Winter Games/Olympics Apparel encouraged
For more information visit: chowderandmarching.org
Tickets: $195/pp

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Join The Playhouse for the BRIT PICK series! Celebrating British brilliance with TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY, IN BRUGES, DUNKIRK, and PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/home

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Guitarist Adam Moezinia, a Juilliard-trained musician from Los Angeles, has performed with greats like Freddy Cole, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and George Coleman at venues including Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Blue Note, and Birdland. He released his debut album in 2021 and now tours worldwide with his trio. For this performance, Adam teams up with bassist Alec Safy in an intimate Standards Duo, presenting fresh arrangements of classics from the American Songbook by Gershwin, Porter, Rodgers, and more.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/first-fridays-adam-moezinia/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=music

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

Join The Playhouse for the BRIT PICK series! Celebrating British brilliance with TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY, IN BRUGES, DUNKIRK, and PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/home

Disney’s Frozen is the breathtaking Broadway musical based on the Academy Award-winning film, telling the powerful story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna as they journey through love, fear, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. When Elsa’s magical powers plunge their kingdom into eternal winter, Anna sets out on a courageous quest to save her sister and restore summer. Featuring the iconic songs “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” Frozen has captivated audiences of all ages around the world. With dazzling sets, unforgettable characters, and show-stopping choreography, this is Disney magic brought to life—now, in only the way that A.C.T. of CT can. Experience the story you love, reimagined with the heart, creativity, and theatrical brilliance that define A.C.T. of CT.
Recommended for ages 6+

Performances run February 5 - March 15: Wednesday and Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2 & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Call the Box Office at 475.215.5497 or visit actofct.org to purchase tickets.

From acclaimed writer Charlie Kaufman and visionary director Michel Gondry comes Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Joel (Jim Carrey) is stunned to discover that his girlfriend, Clementine (Kate Winslet), has had their tumultuous relationship erased from her mind. Out of desperation, he contacts the inventor of the process, Dr. Howard Mierzwiak (Tom Wilkinson), to get the same treatment. But as his memories of Clementine begin to fade, Joel suddenly realizes how much he still loves her. Kierstin Dunst, Mark Ruffalo and Elijah Wood co-star in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind – a memorable film that the Wall Street Journal calls “a romantic comedy unlike any other!”

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Join KMAA’s Monique Ford for drop-in sketching workshops—perfect for both seasoned artists and beginners. Ford will be on hand to offer tips and techniques, and each session will be unique. Basic supplies provided. Open to adults. Included with admission. Stay for the 2:30 PM docent tour of Shen Wei: STILL/STANDING.

Steve Martin and Carl Reiner, the comedic minds behind The Jerk and The Man with Two Brains, deliver Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid, a hilarious and inventive comedy-noir. Martin stars as private eye Rigby Reardon, investigating the mysterious death of Juliet Forrest’s (Rachel Ward) father, a renowned scientist and cheesemaker. As Reardon follows a maze of clues and the elusive “Carlotta Lists,” he encounters classic Hollywood icons like Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Cary Grant, and Bette Davis in a clever mix of new footage and vintage clips. A witty, stylish homage to noir that’s as clever as it is fun.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/dead-men-dont-wear-plaid/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Agnès Varda eloquently captures Paris in the sixties with this real-time portrait of a singer (Corinne Marchand) set adrift in the city as she awaits test results of a biopsy. A chronicle of one woman’s life, Cléo from 5 to 7 is a spirited mix of vivid vérité and melodrama, featuring a score by Michel Legrand (The Umbrellas of Cherbourg) and cameos by Jean-Luc Godard and Anna Karina. Presented in French with English subtitles.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/cleo-from-5-to-7/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Join us for an unforgettable lunch with celebrated photographer and author Stacy Waldman Bass. In Lightkeeper: A Memoir of Love and Loss, Stacy transforms profound personal loss into a moving story of love, resilience, and light. Her reflections on memory and healing told through words and photographs promise to inspire, uplift, and stay with you long after the afternoon ends.
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/star2026luncheon/

Robin Williams, Jeff Bridges, Amanda Plummer and Mercedes Ruehl star in Terry Gilliam's must-see comic masterpiece. Williams is Parry, a homeless history professor who lives in a fantasy world full of castles, Red Knights and damsels in distress. Bridges co-stars as Jack, New York's #1 shock deejay, whose off-hand arrogance triggers a tragedy which ruins his career. Penniless and without prospects, Jack finds himself plucked from disaster by the most improbable of saviors... Parry. And so the amazing story of the Fisher King unfolds a modern quest for redemption and the Holy Grail, filled with humor, heartbreak and ravishing romance.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/the-fisher-king/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Game on! Scott Pilgrim just met the girl of his dreams … literally. But in order for them to date, he must defeat her seven evil exes – a rogues’ gallery – including an infamous skateboarder, a vegan rock star and fearsome identical twins! From the genre-smashing director of Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead comes “a true original” (Entertainment Weekly) powered up by wit, action and groundbreaking visuals that you will want to watch again as soon as it’s over!
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/scott-pilgrim-vs-the-world/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Directed by Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg, Jaws set the standard for edge-of-your-seat suspense, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and forever changing the movie industry. When the seaside community of Amity finds itself under attack by a dangerous great white shark, the town's chief of police, a young marine biologist and a grizzled shark hunter embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast before it strikes again. Featuring an unforgettable score that evokes pure terror, Jaws remains one of the most influential and gripping adventures in motion picture history.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/jaws/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Vibrant orange sunflowers. Rippling yellow grain. Trees bursting with white bloom. "The pictures come to me as in a dream," Vincent Van Gogh said. A dream that too often turned to life-shattering nightmare. Winner of Golden Globe and New York Film Critics Best Actor Awards, Kirk Douglas gives a fierce portrayal as the artist torn between the joyous inspiration of his genius and the dark desperation of his tormented mind. The obsessed Van Gogh painted the way other men breathe, driving away family and friends, including artist Paul Gauguin (1956 Best Supporting Actor Academy Award winner Anthony Quinn). Directed by Vincente Minnelli and saturated with the hues of Van Gogh's sea, field and sky, Lust for Life captures the ecstasy of art. And the agony of one man's life.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/lust-for-life/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

The Festival will be celebrating its 20th anniversary at Parkway Field in Pleasantville. This must-attend summer event for the whole family features a host of delicious food and drink offerings, activities for kids, a warm, positive, community vibe, and of course, great music on three stages.  

Winter Pre-Sale Tickets are now on sale through the festival website: www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com or in person at the Festival Box Office located in the Village’s Rec Center at 48 Marble Avenue in Pleasantville (next to Parkway Field). The Box Office will be open Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm. This year, again, discounted tickets are being made available to Pleasantville residents with valid proof of residency at the Box Office only. Discounts will be available during the Winter Pre-Sale only. Once the line-up is announced in the Spring, all discounted pricing will end.

For information about the event, including ticketing details, line-up announcements, upcoming instructions about how artists can submit to play the Festival, Tent City sales, volunteer opportunities, other ways to support the Festival, and more, visit www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com, or follow the Festival on Facebook or Instagram @pvillemusicfest.

Get ready for some horse-ridin', gun-totin', whiskey-drinkin' fun in Lawrence Kasdan's SILVERADO! The spirited Western stars Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Kevin Costner, and Danny Glover as four unwitting heroes who cross paths on their journey to the sleepy town of Silverado. Little do they know the town where their family and friends reside has been taken over by a corrupt sheriff and a murderous posse. It's up to the sharp-shooting foursome to save the day, but first they have to break each other out of jail, and learn who their real friends are. Thanks to its authentic look and spectacular cast, which also includes Rosanna Arquette, John Cleese, Brian Dennehy, Jeff Goldblum, and Oscar-winner Linda Hunt (1983 Best Supporting Actress, The Year of Living Dangerously), this exciting Old West adventure created a whole new generation of Western fans and earned its "modern classic" status.
https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/silverado/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film