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 with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for…

Shore Stroll- Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Robert Moses State Park Field 2 600 Robert Moses State Parkway, Babylon, NY, United States

Take a relaxing stroll along the Atlantic Ocean!Listen to the waves lapping on shore, the smell of salt in the air and the feel of a warm breeze on your face. We’ll take a relaxing shore stroll along the Atlantic Ocean as we search for what some marine creatures might’ve left behind as well as…

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 provided. Dress for a mess!

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 some of the basic movements found in the Tai Chi form. This class will be easy to follow, enjoyable, and both energizing and relaxing! Tai…

FREE

Tiny Tots(Pollination Power)-$4 per person due upon arrival

Hempstead Lake State Park Eagle Avenue, 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 to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's Programs, Ages 5 & up unless otherwise noted (Register just the kids)Tiny Tots, Ages 3-5 (Register…

Sunset Hike- Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Take a hike around sunset through the preserve!We’ll take a hike around sunset through the preserve to see what wildlife are out and about. Who knows we might even get a beautiful sunset over the Connetquot River! Please be prepared to hike for 2-3 miles! Family Programs are for Children Ages 6 and up. $4…

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 is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques…

FREE

Free Community Birding at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Hunts Point Riverside Park Lafayette Avenue and Edgewater Road, Bronx, NY, United States

No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Birding brings birdwatching to the shores of the Bronx River.…

Free

Environmental Science Merit Badge!

The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

Scouts BSA - Environmental Science Merit Badge!Taught by our certified merit badge counselors who have completed Youth Protection Training.Cost: $28 / ScoutScouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster with all requirements listedScouts should wear their uniform.There are 3 Pre-requisites that should be done at home and we will review in class:…

Free Community Rowing at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Hunts Point Riverside Park Lafayette Avenue and Edgewater Road, Bronx, NY, United States

No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Rowing allows New Yorkers of all ages to explore the…

Free

Fun on the Farm

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

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

Nissequogue River State Park 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY, United States

Kayak the Nissequogue River on a scenic Nature Tour!Come explore the Nissequogue River by kayak with us! This program requires you to bring your own kayak, paddle, life jacket & other equipment you may need. Learn some new paddling techniques as well as learn about the natural world of the Nissequogue River as we search…

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 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Urban Farm Volunteers

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

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…

FREE

Horseshoe Crab Round Up – Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Join us for a hike to look for horseshoe crabs!Let’s investigate these living fossils that come to our shores in the spring! We will have a short lesson, followed by a walk down to the marsh to observe these creatures during their high tide spawning periods. Wear shoes that can get wet.$4 per cash person…

PLAY AND STORY TIME AT THE PARK HOUSE

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

Calling all toddlers! Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development, and playing together is a great way to build a community of young children and caregivers. Plus: stick around for story time! Adults participate throughout the program. 

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 and then head into the Children’s Garden to water, dig, and admire the plants and flowers all around us! Together, we will observe the changing…

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 (adults welcome). No program on 7/4.

Sunset Yoga at Rockwood

Rockwood Hall Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Sunset Yoga at Rockwood

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 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE