Uncork History: Niemcewicz, A Different Side of the Count

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

The Museum and Gardens at Liberty Hall present Uncork History!Join us for our Uncork History! Niemcewicz: A Different Side of the Count. Count Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, was known as a teacher and father figure to our very own Peter Kean, and husband to Susan Livingston Kean Niemcewicz. However Count Julian was much more than a…

Full Moon Hike: BLUE MOON!

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

Full Moon Hike: BLUE MOON!Experience the Preserve after dark in this special BLUE MOON hike as we celebrate a second full moon within a single month. We’ll embark on a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight as we listen to the sounds of the nocturnal forest. We walk at a brisk pace; some…

Webinar: Back-to-School Anxiety: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers

The start of a new school year can be a stressful time for both children and parents. For children with separation anxiety, this can be especially challenging. In this webinar, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of separation anxiety, as well as effective strategies for coping with it. We will also discuss how to…

FREE

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days this summer for an hour of play and fun! For little ones ages 0 — 3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat. Program Date and Time: Thursdays 8/17,…

Music and Movement! @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Join us for a fun morning of music! Children will enjoy a variety of music activities and movement with instruments, finger plays, and silly songs! These activities develop motor skills, listening skills, and language skills while having fun interaction with others! Program Date and Time: 08/10/23 08/31/23 Program Start & End Time: 10:00-10:45

Free
Event Series Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States

Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…

William Livingston Day Tours!

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

Come learn all about William Livingston!The Museum at Liberty Hall invites you to celebrate the 246th anniversary of William Livingston becoming New Jersey's first elected Governor! Travel back in time and tour Liberty Hall, colonial style, as it was for Governor Livingston and his family! Afterward, enjoy a walk around our beautiful gardens. You will…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

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

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Moon Myths-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…

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!

Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Mah Jongg is complex, compelling and fun! Do you know how to play? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to the Community Room at Sussex-Wantage to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome.…

Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Ms. Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book together each week (books provided). Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure…

Free

Virtual Book Buddies through Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Miss Derenda or a teen volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session which…

Free

Book Club Buddies @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Join Ms. Cara at the Franklin Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure chest.…

Art in the Garden

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

Cultivate creativity, curiosity, & settle into the restorative power of artmaking in the greenhouse and garden.

Thursdays @ the Amp – Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Our free summer music series continues with Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends. Pack up your blankets or chairs and come to the Sussex-Wantage amphitheater for this free, family event. If it rains the program will be moved indoors with seating on a first come/first served basis. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Picnickers welcome, but no alcohol.…

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

Art and AgriCulture

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

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Healthy on the Hudson x lululemon: HIIT

Pier 46 at Hudson River Park Hudson River Greenway, New York, NY, United States

Hudson River Park and lululemon have teamed up to bring you a dynamic lineup of free HIIT classes offered every week at HRPK's Pier 46!