Museum Minis

Westchester Children's Museum 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York

Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

Event Series Urban Farm Volunteers

Wormy Wednesday

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

Come visit us after school to learn about composting with worms! Did you know that some worms can eat half their weight a day in food scraps? Learn more, meet our worms, and enjoy compost-themed crafts during International Compost Week! Location: 103rd Street Footbridge For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event…

FREE

Stargazing in the Preserve

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

Stargazing in the PreservePeer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. This time of year, we will be viewing Venus, Mars, binary star systems and open clusters through the telescope. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard, followed by a short walk on the Overlook trail to our viewing location. Bring water…

BELVITA “THRIVE-THRU” MOTHER’S DAY POP-UP EVENT

Roosevelt Field Mall 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, United States

belVita is hosting a Thrive Thru Event just ahead of Mother’s Day – to encourage Long Island moms to take much-needed time for themselves, even in those little moments between a seemingly endless list of to-dos. From 9:30 – 12:30 p.m., moms can enter the belVita Rise & Thrive area in the Roosevelt Field Mall…

Free

Garden Tales Kids’ Gardening Class

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Spend time in the Edible Garden with us this spring!. Each class will focus on a different storybook and will include planting, harvesting, journaling and learning all about the natural world! Registration required. Space is limited. Appropriate for children in grades K – 2. Sign up for one or more of these fun classes: March…

$15 – $20

Botanical Arts

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

Cultivate creativity and curiosity and settle into the restorative power of botanical arts.

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
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.

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!

Bird Bonanza

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

Come out to celebrate birds, especially those that are currently migrating through NYC, at the Randall’s Island Bird Bonanza! The entire day will be dedicated to our flying feathered friends with activities and games for all ages. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Watson Adventures’ Secrets of Central Park Family Scavenger Hunt

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

Join Watson Adventures on a unique scavenger hunt for families in Central Park! Kids and adults work together to explore the park below 72nd Street. To score points, you’ll have to find Stuart Little, stick your tongue out at a rude animal, learn the motto of a hidden eagle, decipher a secret code by the…

$17.50 – $21.50

Watson Adventures’ Secrets of Central Park Family Scavenger Hunt

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

Join Watson Adventures on a unique family scavenger hunt! 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…

$17.50 – $21.50

Sheep Shearing Festival

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

Time for a haircut! Watch as our sheep get their much-needed spring trims.Celebrate Spring on the farm! Join us for NYC’s ONLY sheep shearing festival. Farmer-led tours and sheep shearing demonstrations connect visitors to life on the farm. Learn about the cycle of wool processing, shop a selection of Queens Farm's very own yarn, and…

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 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

Soil Stories

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

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating

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

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

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

Jefferson Valley Mall Carnival

Jefferson Valley Mall 650 Lee Blvd., Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Enjoy family fun with thrilling rides and games for all ages, favorite fair food, and a 2-for-1 special on unlimited midway rides. Ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $25 on site while supplies last or 2 for $25 online before 5 pm May 17. Admission and parking are free. Ride tickets at…

Free admission. Ride cost varies.