Herricks Community Fund Carnival

Herricks Community Center 999 Herricks Road, New Hyde Park, NY, United States

Enjoy a good time for a good cause at this family-friendly annual fundraiser by the not-for-profit Herricks Community Fund, with midway rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food. Admission and parking are free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site on Thursday and $40 Friday -…

Free admission. Ride cost varies.

South Shore Mall Carnival

Westfield South Shore 1701 Sunrise Hwy., Bay Shore, NY, United States

Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of the electrifying midway with rides, games and carnival eats for the whole family and the Big Bee Transforming Robot Car, making its only Suffolk County appearance. Admission and parking are free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" and taller) are $35 on site while supplies last or online…

Free admission. Ride cost varies.

Art on the Farm Series: Watercolor, Pen & Ink

Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY, United States

Find your inner artist on the idyllic grounds of Queens Farm!Experiment in the media of watercolor and pen & ink with the farm landscape as your inspiration. Queens-based artist Denis Ponsot will provide guidance and live demo tips, tricks and techniques. Beginning and experienced students are welcome and classes are relaxed and flexible to help…

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 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

Thursday’s Rock! Featuring Englishtown Project

1 E Main St 1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

Thursdays Rock! Summer Concert Series Featuring Englishtown Project June 1st 7:30 – 9:30 Located at the Hall of RecordsSublime summer evenings are the perfect backdrop for upbeat and entertaining music. Our Thursday’s ROCK! Summer Concert Series, sponsored by CentraState Healthcare System, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater-Freehold area…

Wildflower Walks

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

Wildflower Walks

Live Music at The Gazebo

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

Live Music at The Gazebo 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Event Series Farm Market

Farm Market

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

The Farm Market is back! The 2023 season kicks off on May 6 and will continue through October. Come out on Saturdays to shop from local farmers, bakers, and craftsmen who provide a variety of fruit, organic produce, meats, fish, dairy products, baked goods, and handcrafted products.

Grand Opening – Ridgefield Park Nature Preserve

Ridgefield Park Nature Preserve 1 Ozzie Nelson Drive, Ridgefield Park, NJ, United States

The Village of Ridgefield Park Invites You to The Official Opening & Dedication of The Ridgefield Park Nature PreserveJoin us to celebrate the grand opening and dedication of the Ridgefield Park Nature Preserve! Special guests will be attending, along with friends and neighbors of the village.DIRECTIONS:You can enter the directions to the Ridgefield Park Jr/Sr…

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

Family Farmacy

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

Food is medicine!

Event Series Growing Gardeners

Growing Gardeners

VCPA Garden & Compost Site Broadway and Mosholu Ave., The Bronx, NY, United States

Young gardeners will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Young gardeners (ages 8-11) will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Kids will create nature crafts and explore topics like healthy eating and composting. This is 100% hands-in-the-dirt outdoor fun! Children will learn how…

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 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

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