Upcoming events

Macy Gray appears March 8 at The Warehouse, FTC.

Through March 27 New Rochelle Council on the Arts will honor Women’s History Month and the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote, with its exhibit “Notable Women of New Rochelle.” The show will celebrate the lives of prominent women and their distinct ties to the city. Times vary, New Rochelle Public Library, 1 Library Plaza; 914-632-7878, newrochellearts.org.

Through March 29 ArtsWestchester invites community members to take part in the creation of a massive fabric sculpture, designed by artist Amanda Browder, which will transform the façade of its building in May. During a series of Public Sewing Days, participants will arrange, pin and sew fabric shapes that will build the large-scale public art piece. Times and locations vary; 914-428-4220, artsw.org/browder.

Through May 20 Radius, the gallery at Arc Stages, presents “Urban Suburban,” a photography exhibit that showcases the works of local artists Gina Randazzo, Chris Rivera and Randy Matusow. In this show, each of the artists captures life in suburban Westchester County. Times vary, 147 Wheeler Ave., Pleasantville; 914- 747-6206, arcstages.org.

March 5 UJA-Federation of New York-Westchester will celebrate Scarsdale residents Rikki and Barry Kaplan and Allison and Ben Friedland for their commitment to philanthropy, community and leadership and UJA’s effect on the county at its “Westchester Celebration 2020.” A community-wide event, it will feature strolling entertainers, along with Shake, Rattle & Roll dueling pianos, drinks and a buffet. 6:30 p.m. Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester; 914-385-2108, ujafedny.org/westchester-celebration.

March 1 The Breast Cancer Alliance presents an afternoon of fashion and fun with its annual “Kids for a Cause.” Enjoy face painting, balloon animals, games, arts and crafts, refreshments and magic as well as the fashion show, featuring playground to party wear from Hoagland’s of Greenwich modeled by a group of 3 to 10 year olds. 3 p.m., Round Hill Club, 33 Round Hill Road, Greenwich; 203-861-0014, breast cancer alliance.org/events.

March 3 Randall Griffey, associate curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, speaks on “The Met @ 150 — Looking Back/ Looking Forward,” recalling a rich history that has embraced both progressive foresight and periods of retrenchment. 7:30 p.m., Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University, 1073 N. Benson Road; 203-254-4010, quickcenter.fairfield.edu.

New Canaan’s Pollinator Pathway partners present the renowned conservationist Doug Tallamy speaking on his book, “Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard.” 7:30 p.m., New Canaan Country School, 635 Frogtown Road; 203-972-1270, newcanaanlandtrust.org.

March 7 “Let It Sing!” — Back for an encore performance of her sold-out debut show, Corinne Curtis Broadbent delivers an evening of Broadway favorites, featuring humorous and poignant selections by Gershwin, Berlin, Sondheim, Comden & Green, Styne and many others. 8 p.m., Magnolia Room, 57 Main St., Norwalk; 203-864-6964, bjryansmagnoliaroom.com.

Off Center Dance Theatre presents its Spring Invitational Dance Concert in White Plains. The event will feature performances in classical ballet, jazz, modern and hip-hop. 5 p.m., Archbishop Stepinac High School, 950 Mamaroneck Ave.; 914-381-5222, dancecavise.com.

The Fairfield County Chorale celebrates Beethoven’s 250th Birthday by performing his majestic and rarely performed Mass in C major and the revolutionary Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, the “Emperor” Concerto. 7:30 p.m., Norwalk Concert Hall, 125 East Ave.; 203-858-3714, fairfieldcountychorale.org.

Join MoCAWestport in celebrating its Inaugural Gala, honoring architect Howard Lathrop and featuring the art of Helmut Lang. This benefit and VIP preview of MoCA Westport’s spring exhibit includes cocktails, dinner and dancing. 5:30 p.m., 19 Newtown Turnpike; 203-222-7070, mocawestport.org.

March 7 through June 14 Hudson River Museum will present the works of multidisciplinary artist Derrick Adams during its “Buoyant” exhibit. Adams explores race, history and popular culture through his art, exemplified by the three series — “Floaters,” “We Came to Party and Plan” and “Tables Turned.” 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers; 914-963-4550, hrm.org.

March 8 The American Classical Orchestra celebrates the 20th anniversary of its award-winning Classical Music for Kids program with the return of its most popular program, “The Magic Recorder,” in an interactive family performance. Children will be able to try out different instruments of the orchestra at the "instrument petting zoo" before the concert. 3 p.m., Norwalk Concert Hall, 125 East Ave. 212-362- 2727, aconyc.org/magicrecorder.

Her unmistakable rasp, unshakable grasp on soul and funky spirit ensured Macy Gray her status as a 21st-century icon since her arrival with the triple-platinum “How Life Is” in 1999. She plays in concert at 8 p.m., The Warehouse, FTC, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield; 203-259-1036, fairfieldtheatre.org.

March 12 Pelham Art Center presents an evening gallery concert featuring the Angels in the Chamber. The band weaves elements of rock, pop, classical and improvisational music into a genre all its own. 7 p.m., 155 Fifth Ave., Pelham; 914-738-2525, pelhamcenter.org.

March 14 The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College presents the internationally recognized Ballet Folclórico Nacional de México de Silvia Lozano. The troupe uses authentic dance and music to preserve and promote traditional Mexican culture. 8 p.m., 735 Anderson Hill Road; 914-251-6200, artscenter.org.

March 15 New Rochelle Public Library presents “Read 650,” a literary forum for true personal stories, each limited to 650 words, read aloud by the writer before an audience. During this event, a group of writers will share their stories of religion and cultural identity. A reception will follow the program. 3 p.m., 1 Library Plaza; 914-632-7878, nrpl.org.

March 20 The Music Conservatory of Westchester will host an evening with Elliott Forrest. The WQXR radio host and Peabody Award-winning broadcaster will discuss music in movies, from classic cinema to contemporary films, during a multimedia presentation. 7 p.m., 216 Central Ave., White Plains; 914-761-3900, musicconservatory.org.

Michel Marc Bouchard, one of the most important voices in Quebec theater, brings his latest play to the Quick Center with “Tom na Fazenda” (“Tom at the Farm”). 8 p.m., Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University, 1073 N. Benson Road: 203-254- 4010, quickcenter.fairfield.edu. Friends of Music Concerts Inc. present Publiquartet March 28.

March 21 The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in collaboration with the Princeton Alumni Association of Fairfield County will feature an a cappella concert by the Princeton University Footnotes who have performed to great acclaim both here and abroad. 4 p.m., 295 West Ave., Norwalk; 203-838-9799, lockwoodmathewsmansion.com.

Meet local vendors to help with planning your next party, including DJs florists, videographers, bakeries, jewelers and more, at The Events Showcase. Sign up at the show for a chance to win a grand prize five-night stay in Hawaii. Other prizes include tuxedo rentals, dance lessons, wedding bands and a photograph/video package. Noon to 4 p.m., Holiday Inn Mount Kisco, 1 Holiday Inn Drive; 914-241-2600, MountKiscoEventCenter.com/showcase-2020.

March 22 The Rowayton Historical Society presents historian Ed Hynes speaking on “Whaleboat Battles on Long Island Sound During the Revolution.” The whaleboat was the attack vessel of choice in the many feuds between British-occupied Long Island and Patriot-led Connecticut, and Hynes reveals the action, intrigue and terror of the people living around the Long Island Sound at this time. 2 p.m., Rowayton Community Center, 33 Highland Ave.; 203-831-0136, rowaytonhistoricalsociety.org.

One of the most remarkable pianists of his generation in Russia, Pavel Nersessian holds professorships at the Moscow Conservatory and Boston University. In Stamford, he plays the music of Bach, Clementi and Schubert. 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Stamford, 1101 Bedford St; 203-324-9522, fishchurch.org.

March 26 Former “Good Morning America” host Joan Lunden, author of “Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation About Aging,” discusses the subject with wit and humor. 7:30 p.m., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge; 203-438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.

March 27 Yonkers Partners in Education hosts New York Times best-selling author Paul Tough to share his latest research and discuss all that matters in keeping more young people engaged, enrolled and on the path to success. 9 a.m., Yonkers Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Center; 914-377-4882, pie.org/educationsummit.

March 28 Friends of Music Concerts Inc. presents a chamber concert by Publiquartet. The program will include compositions by contemporary composers such as Jessie Montgomery, Caroline Shaw, Shelley Washington and Jessica Meyer, along with interpretations of more familiar works. 8 p.m., Pleasantville High School, 60 Romer Ave.; 914-271-2465, friendsofmusicconcerts.org.

March 29 New Rochelle Opera presents “Love Fest,” an afternoon of music and dance to celebrate romantic arias from opera, operetta and musical theater. 3 p.m., Ursuline Performing Arts Center, 1354 North Ave.; 914-576-0365, nropera.org.

Presented by ArtsWestchester (artswestchester.org) and The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County(culturalalliancefc.org/FCBuzz-events).