Follow the signs to the Friends of the Sussex-Wantage Library’s Mini Book Sale! Gently used books and media for all ages and interests at incredible prices: *Children’s soft cover – 10¢ *Children’s hard cover – 25¢ *Adult soft cover – 50¢ *Adult hard cover – $1.00 *Pocket-sized paperbacks – 25¢ (5 for $1.00) *DVDs –…
Join us outside at Main Library where Kevin Kuo, of White Deer Meditation, will lead an introductory class in meditation and QiGong. Meditation helps you improve focus, sleep better, reduce stress/anxiety/frustration, and manage your emotions. QiGong* helps your organs to regulate and self heal by stimulating meridians and acupuncture points in your body. There will…
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
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…
a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.
Come visit us!!
We grow our gardens! Food is medicine!
The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…
Drop by between 11-3 to meet adoptable cats and dogs from Father John’s Animal House! Maybe you will meet a future member of your family. Volunteers will be on hand to discuss the adoption process. We will also be collecting donations for the shelter. Click here for more information about Father John’s.
The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of summer. This event is co-sponsored by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. 2023…
Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…
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 Sailing offers the unique opportunity to sail on the Bronx…
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…
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].
Create your own long-lasting bouquet of anatomically correct flowers with our Horticulture team! We will observe various flowers and understand the role each part plays in pollination. Assemble individual flowers from various plant parts made of paper and take home a beautiful and realistic display. Geared toward adults and dexterous individuals with opportunities for younger…
Prospect Park Alliance presents a Community Conversation at Lefferts Historic House as part of the Alliance's ReImagine Lefferts initiative. Prospect Park Alliance presents a Community Conversation as part of ReImagine Lefferts, an initiative to re-envision the mission and programming of this historic house museum to explore the lives, resistance, and resilience of the Indigenous people…
Rain date July 9.
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].
The Annual Fireworks Celebration and Concert will be held on Saturday, July 8th at Pette and Barasch Fields (Please note viewing will NOT be permitted on Lister or Tighe Fields) Rain date: Sunday July 9th.
