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Weekday Picks for Westchester Kids: Wimpy Kid, Origami, Tree Lighting, Nov. 16-20

11/14/15 - By Susan Miele

Holiday festivities, academic enrichment and hands-on fun are all in store for Westchester families this week.

Stimulate your gray matter while fostering a love of reading at the Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School – Release Party or learn to optimize your college-admissions strategy at Amazing Extracurriculars. With Thanksgiving around the corner, it might seem a bit early for celebrations of the December holidays, but the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration—the first of the season—is packed with fun attractions (so just pretend it’s December).

Not ready to think Christmas? Not a problem: Our Event Calendar has plenty of alternatives to choose from and is loaded with options for every day of the week! Read on for our top weekday picks!

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Teen Make-a-Snack - Monday
Get hands-on to hone your culinary skills at this workshop that teaches teens to prepare holiday nibbles. FREE

See all Monday events.

Amazing Extracurriculars - Tuesday
Get a leg up on the college-admissions process when a college advisor suggests optimal extracurricular efforts to impress admissions offices. FREE

See all Tuesday events.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School – Release Party - Wednesday
The 10th installment of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series recently hit the shelves, giving cause for celebration! Partake in games and other fun, and vie for a chance to win your own copy of the book. FREE

See all Wednesday events.

Origami for the Season - Thursday
Learn the art of paper folding while crafting an ornament to supplement your holiday décor. FREE

See all Thursday events.

Annual Tree Lighting Celebration - Friday
It’s true: The first tree-lighting event of the season in Westchester takes place before Thanksgiving. While this might feel a bit rushed, the appeal is the broad-scale bells and whistles—a parade of marching bands, baton twirlers, costumed toy soldiers, street performers, floats, antique cars, holiday characters and Santa. For added shimmer: a fireworks display!

See all Friday events.

Remember to check out our Event Calendar and follow us on Facebook for more ideas!