. Sept. 22. 9 a.m. The Town of Cortlandt hosts the third-annual Community Swap event where residents can bring their personal items and swap them for 3-wheelers, toys, games and more. There's also a "green fair" to help educate residents on renewable and energy-efficient items for their homes as well as local organic food and natural spa items. Muriel H. Morabito Community Center, 29 Westbrook Dr, Cortlandt Manor. FREE.
Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance. Sept. 25. 7:30 p.m. Watch the film that celebrates the famed company founded in 1956 by Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino. The dance style was known for combining modern dance with ballet technique and set classical dances to pop music scores. Film also includes collaborations with choreographers Twyla Tharp, Kurt Jooss, and Leonide Massine. A Q&A with Dobbs Ferry resident and former Joffrey dancer Cynthia Anderson and choreographer Peter Pucci takes place at 7:30 p.m. 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville. $10.00 members; $15 non-members.
Jarden Westchester Triathlon. Sept. 23. 7 a.m. The Jarden Westchester Triathlon is considered the premier race of the Northeast and features swimming, cycling, and running in an Olympic-distance triathlon. The event takes place at Playland, where approximately 1,500 people participate. Read Patch's coverage of past Jarden Westchester Triathlon's here. Playland, Playland Pkwy, Rye. $185.00.
Blissful Bridal Boutique & Luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tarrytown. Sept. 23. 11:30 a.m. Getting hitched and don't know where to start? Or, just want another excuse to celebrate? Head to the Blissful Bridal Boutique & Luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tarrytown on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for a three-course luncheon and cocktails while learning the latest wedding trends and meeting area vendors. Call 914-524-6430 to RSVP. 455 S Broadway, Tarrytown. $29.
2012 Pearl River Auto Show. Sept. 23. 9 a.m. More than 200 cars are expected to appear at the 2012 Pearl River Auto Show co-hosted by the Rockland Rodders and Pearl River Hook and Ladder on the Central Avenue Field. Vehicle registration is $20, but it is free to the public to attend. New York Life Insurance Company will be offering free ID cards for children. Pearl River Hook and Ladder, 58 E Central Ave, Pearl River. $20.00.
Nyack Fencing Tournament and Open House. Sept. 23. 9 a.m. If you got hooked on fencing during the 2012 London Olympics, head to the Nyack Fencing Academy's tournament featuring Youth and Developmental Fencers. Get a chance to talk to coaches if your young one is interested in pursuing the sport. Nyack Fencing Academy, 40 Lydecker St, Nyack. FREE.
Square Dance to Benefit Rockland Family Shelter. Sept. 23. 2 p.m. It's hip to be square at the Square Dance benefiting the Rockland Family Shelter. No experience necessary and you can come without a partner. Light refreshments served. Sponsored by the Rockland Rockytops Square Dance Club and the Rockland Family Shelter Resource Council, staff and volunteers. Call Kathy Bookman at 845-634-3391 for more information. 42 Strawtown Rd, West Nyack. $25 for families.
