Happy Tails Adoption Event @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

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.

Jazz & Food Truck Festival

Monte Irvin Orange Park Center Street and South Harrison Street, Orange, NJ, United States

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…

Event Series Boogie Down Storytime

Boogie Down Storytime

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

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…

FREE

Free Community Sailing 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 Sailing offers the unique opportunity to sail on the Bronx…

Free

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
Event Series Fun on the Farm

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

Paper Flower-Making Workshop

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

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…

Free

ReImagine Lefferts Community Conversation

Lefferts Historic House 452 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United States

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…

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

FREE

Rockville Centre Fireworks and Music

Rockville Centre, NY Rockville Centre, NY, United States

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.

Event Series Sunday Farmers Market

Sunday Farmers Market

Westfield Garden State Plaza 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ, United States

Enjoy Westfield Garden State Plaza's Sunday Farmers Market every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, family, friends and relax! Location: Parking lot across from Macy's and next to Chili's Date: Every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th Time: 9am - 2pm Free admission & pet-friendly! Thank you to our…

Free

Forest Bathing Walk!

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

'Bathe' in the forest atmosphere using your senses, mindfulness and short guided meditationsThe practice of forest bathing means to immerse oneself in the forest and soak in the atmosphere through the senses. Today's walk at an easy pace will focus on connecting to nature through mindfulness, as we explore our senses and the present moment…

Event Series Urban Farm Volunteers

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
Event Series Family Farm Volunteer Days

Family Farm Volunteer Days

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 needed. All ages welcome. No more than 2 children under the age of 10 per adult volunteer. Anyone under the age of…

FREE

Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room

The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.

Liberty Hall Museum Tour!

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Nyack Famous Street Fair

Downtown Nyack, New York 100 Main Street, Nyack, NY, United States

Don't miss this exciting shopping & dining event at the Nyack Famous Street Fair on Sunday, July 9, from 10 to 5 held downtown on Main Street and Broadway in Nyack, NY. Highlighting the fair will be over 300 exhibitors  with a great variety of arts, crafts, new retail items, unique gifts and home decor.…

Free

Mid-Tide Splash – Children’s program (6+), $4 cash per child upon arrival

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

Get ready to get wet!Let’s go down to the marsh to seine, collect, and identify animals that make this unique brackish water environment their home! Make sure you wear water shoes and clothing that’s good for water. For children aged 6 and up.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space…

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. Billy J. Brown & Jennifer Jordan

10 E Main St 10 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series Billy J. Brown & Jennifer Jordan July 9th, 2023 7:00 – 9:00pmShop, Dine, Discover, and Explore Downtown Freehold while listening to local musicians! Every Sunday located at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo on East Main Street. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music!