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1. Full Buck Moon

There's going to be a full moon tonight, the seventh one in 2011. It's also known as the Full Buck Moon, a Native American term, livescience.com reports, because it comes at the time of year when new antlers push out from the foreheads of buck deer. If you've ever read Cynthia Rylant's Long Night Moon to your kids (a great pick!) you also know that July's full moon has also been called "full thunder moon," given the frequency of summer thundershowers.

2.The Mystery of Edwin Drood

Little Radical Theatrics presents its Summer 2011 production, a Rupert Holmes musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood. Performances start tonight at 7:30 p.m. and go through July 17. for more on the plot and tickets. 

3. Westchester named one of America's Top Digital Counties

The results of this year’s evaluation of America’s top digital counties are in, and Westchester County is once again in the top 10. The annual study by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties (NACo) recognizes Westchester’s “exemplary digital service” to its residents. For more on the study, click here.

4. Katonah-Lewisboro schools seek committee members

The Board of Education of the Katonah-Lewisboro School District is inviting community members to serve on three of its committees: the Audit Committee, Finance Committee and Sustainability Committee. Those interested in participating must send a cover letter, letter of interest and resume to the District Clerk by Monday, July 25, 2011. for details.

5. Teaching artists of NY Philharmonic at Caramoor

The group "Kaleidoscope" (The Teaching Artists Ensemble of the New York Philharmonic) will be at Caramoor Saturday at 1 p.m. to present a new interactive program for families. Kaleidoscope will invite the audience into the world of America's musical forebears to see what makes American music sound "American" and what is unique about each composer. It's billed as a hands-on, interactive performance; for details.

Don't forget about our - lots of ideas here for families and anyone who wants to get out this weekend!