Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…
The Dungeon Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons for Teens – Saturday D&D for Teens at Franklin Branch Explore the multiverse in a D&D adventure, Planescape: Turn of Fortune’s Wheel. With Ms. Cara as your Dungeon Master and guide, leap into a dangerous world where reality is shaped by thoughts and ideals. Tell a story together with…
Come to the Louise Childs Library on Sat. January 13th, 2024 to meet Kate Baron and Emily Beach, the Author and Illustrator of Archer the Therapy Dog: A Read Together Book. They will read their book and answer questions from the audience. And, of course, Archer the therapy dog will be there too!
Create everything you need to make the perfect mini snowman- minus the snow! Sew a felt carrot nose and make some buttons and a little hat to put on your small snowman once you have the snow you need. All materials will be provided. Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the…
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].
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
Professional photographer, John Scalera, shares his expertise in wildlife photography to help you capture high quality images of our feathered friends. Today’s presentation will cover: * camera and lens settings * shooting modes * focusing modes * sharpness and resolution * perspective * composition * location Images will be analyzed and dissected to show how…
Want to hear some good vibrations? Grab your goggles and join the guest scientists from Mad Science to explore how sound is made and how we hear it. We’ll create a dinosaur roar with simple materials and a disco show from just magnets and your skull! You’ll really “rock out” with this supersonic audio experience. Included…
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].
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…
Finally a show that shifts the focus away from the smoke and mirrors associated with Elvis tribute shows….back to what it is all about: The GREAT MUSIC. This show is packed with charismatic shake, rattle and roll that spans the early years of Elvis’ career all the way through the Hollywood years. Scot Bruce, who…
Look at what has crawled, slithered or jumped back to the County Center. The New York Metro Reptile Expo is back. Come check out over 250 vendor tables full of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, supplies, and more! Location Westchester County Center is located at 198 Central Ave, White Plains, NY 10606. (Directions) Admission Adults $10 (13+),…
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…
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…
Our Holiday Train Show features a special 12 x 18 foot display of model trains traveling through countryside scenes. The Holiday Train Show takes place inside the Manor House from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Get geological with us to celebrate Old Rock Day! Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister will lead a rock walk. Seek out specimens and test your identification skills after examining Teatown’s rock collection and reading a storybook.
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
What could you make if you only could use purple materials? You’ll get a chance to see in our Walk-in! Workshop in November. We’ll be making vibrant abstract art only in shades of purple in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Come and join this fun challenge!
Drill down into a world of artistic exploration in this month’s Walk-in! Workshop. Using crayons and paint, young artists will emulate the Pop Art of Jim Dine as they create artwork of shovels and other handy tools. Included with admission.
Learn about these nocturnal wonders with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister as she shares a story about owls during this family-friendly program. Meet a member of this fascinating group of birds, get creative with a craft, and find out how owls own the night.
