YOUNG SPROUTS GARDENING

Rockefeller Park, New York, NY 75 Battery Place, New York, NY, United States

A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds…

DROP-IN CHESS

Rockefeller Park, Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, 10282, United States

Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up…

Sunset Yoga at Rockwood

Rockwood Hall Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Sunset Yoga at Rockwood

The First Day of Peace: Book Reading and Signing

Prospect Park Boathouse + Audubon Center 101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY, United States

In celebration of International Day of Peace, join Prospect Park Alliance and The Peace Studio for a book reading and signing.In celebration of International Day of Peace, join Prospect Park…

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80…

FREE
Event Series Sunset Hikes

Sunset Hikes

Flat Rock Brook 443 Van Nostrand Avenue, Englewood, NJ, United States

Come enjoy the beautiful sunset over Flat Rock Brook! Join our trail guides for a leisurely hike through the forest. Every Tuesday April through October. Meet at the Gazebo across…

Event Series Team RIVER Volunteers

Team RIVER Volunteers

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a…

FREE

CLIMATE WEEK: NATURE WALK

Rockefeller Park House, River Terrace & Murray Street, New York, NY, 10280

Join us at the Park House and explore Rockefeller Park through a naturalist’s lens. Learn about the animals and plants that call the park home, and how climate change impacts…

WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP

Teardrop Park

Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects…

Stargazing in the Preserve

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Stargazing in the PreservePeer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. View the night sky through a telescope and observe Saturn and the craters on the…

PRESCHOOL ART

Rockefeller Park House, River Terrace & Murray Street, New York, NY, 10280

Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Age appropriate projects presented by an art teacher. Materials…

INTERLUDES: CUMBIA RIVER BAND

Belvedere Plaza, Battery Park City Esplanade, New York, NY, 10282, United States

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and Climate Week NYC join us for a special performance by Cumbia River Band music draws from a festive repertoire of Colombian Cumbia and…

Park Tours: Habitat Garden

Pier 66 at Hudson River Park 353 West Street, New York, NY, United States

Take a tour of our Habitat Garden with the Park's nature experts and discover native plants and more!

Event Series Tai Chi

Tai Chi

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Join senior teachers from the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan for an introductory class on Randall’s Island! This will include a short demo followed by a class teaching…

FREE

Ask a Scientist: Secret Science Club

Hudson River Park's Pier 57 Discovery Tank Pier 57, 25 11th Ave, New York, NY, United States

Laugh & learn during an evening of science fun with local experts!This event invites participants to explore a fascinating science topic and engage in a live Q&A session with the…

Tiny Tots Colors (Ages 3-5)-$4 per person due upon arrival

Environmental Education and Resiliency Center 880 Lake Dr, West Hempstead, NY, United States

Explore the natural world around us!Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity…

Monarch Butterflies @ Valley Stream State Park (Family): FREE

Valley Stream State Park Valley Stream State Park Road, Valley Stream, NY, United States

Discover the life cycle of the beautiful Monarch ButterflyEvery year thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to Mexico. Get an up close look at these beautiful bugs as we investigate why…

Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program

Thomas Jefferson Park 2180 1st Ave., New York, NY, United States

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program…

FREE

Butterfly Watch: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Robert Moses State Park Field 5 1 Burma Road, Bay Shore, NY, United States

Let's search for Monarch Butterflies as they make their fall migration south.It’s a great time of year to see butterflies! Monarch butterflies are making their way down south. They fly…

Forest Therapy: Equinox Celebration

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Forest Therapy: Equinox CelebrationEmbrace change with mindful movement, nature observation, journaling, and tea under the trees. Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will…