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Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge 175-10 Cross Bay Boulevard, New York, NY, United States

Join a ranger for a guided walk around the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.Join a Park Ranger on a walk visiting several spots found within the Wildlife Refuge, as we learn about the positive impacts' nature has on our mental and physical health. While we continue to the East Pond, we’ll also learn about the negative…

Beginner Meditation & QiGong @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

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

Pastels on the Porch: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

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

Bring the colors of summer to life!Bring the colors of summer to life with an oil pastel artwork you will create inspired by the different habitats of Connetquot. No artistic experience is necessary! All materials will be provided! Family Programs are geared towards children 6 and up!$4.00 per person upon arrival! $8.00 parking fee is…

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

Living History: Colonial Reenactor at John Jay Homestead

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

Take a step back through time with a free demonstration from historical reenactor Tom Hunt! John Jay Homestead is thrilled to welcome back Tom, who specializes in early American craftsmanship. Using authentic eighteenth-century tools, Tom will be demonstrating broom making techniques and discussing other handicrafts. Feel free to bring your questions!

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!!

Watson Adventures’ Grand Central Scramble Scavenger Hunt For Families

Grand Central Terminal 89 East 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States

Join Watson Adventures on a unique scavenger hunt for adults and kids 7 and up! Kids and adults work together to uncover the secrets of this amazing train station. To win, you’ll have to go nuts in the Whispering Gallery, learn a secret about the stars in the “sky”, find TV celebs in the food…

$17.50 – $21.50

Watson Adventures’ Secrets of Central Park Family Scavenger Hunt

Central Park 1251 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Kids and adults work together to explore the park below 72nd Street. To win, you’ll have to find Stuart Little, decipher a secret code by the pond seen in Home Alone 2, spot Cupid at the Carousel, unscramble a message in the sky and find a witch turned to stone. For ages 7 and up.…

$17.50 – $21.50

Family Gardening: Seed to Table

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

We grow our gardens! Food is medicine!

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

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…

Caribbean 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…

Free
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

A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor

Ringwood Manor 1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

This fun & energetic 45-minute tour of Ringwood Manor focuses on the children of the Hewitt family, the activities, games, & pranks they played at the Manor, and what a child’s life would be like during the late 19th century. Scavenger hunts are provided on the tour and afterwards, kids are encouraged to try our…

Hands On History: King of the Jungle!

King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY, United States

August 10th is National Lion Day! Join us for a scavenger hunt to find all the lions in King Manor.August 10th is National Lion Day! Founding Father Rufus King loved lions so much that he made his family crest a lion's paw holding a key. He also has decorative lions on furniture throughout the first…

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

Dance Party NYC

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

Party with us on the Urban Farm! We’ll create nature instruments and dance to our favorite music. Play lawn games, hula hoop, and explore the Urban Farm with the backdrop of a fun playlist. Start brainstorming your song requests! Geared toward kids and families though all ages are welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about…

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
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