Create Your Own Charm Bracelet Made of Beautifully Fragrant Roses!Did you know that the Latin word for rosary is rosarium, meaning "gardland of roses"? Centuries ago, people were practicing the craft of turning rose petals into clay to create beads for their rosaries. Borrowing from this tradition, we will create our own rose beads to…
Enjoy the sunset over the Hudson River and the Palisades cliffs from our idyllic Rockwood Hall foundation and trails!Take in the sunset at the Rockwood Hall site of Rockefeller State Park Preserve with Park Guardian Melissa. This scenic and beautiful 3-mile hike of the grounds that once were home to William Rockefeller’s country estate offers…
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are used to create richly textured works of art. Rooted in themes of transformation, memory, and the symbolic power of the feminine, her work draws deeply…
Try out our e-trike and e-push wheelchair!Register for a timeslot at : www.calendly.com/rsppadaptivehikingDiscover the beauty of the Preserve through our adaptive e-mobility equipment! Each session includes personalized training on our electric trike or e-push wheelchair, followed by a guided hike around Swan Lake. Whether you've been curious but unsure, or simply didn't know this equipment…
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult) Join Our Horticulture Team! Volunteers will reestablish existing trails, plant native trees, identify and remove invasives, as well as other tasks. No experience is necessary. Ground Force Sessions: Fridays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM What to Bring & Wear: Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes Insect repellent,…
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
Come visit us!!
Come visit us!!
Come visit us!!
Join us around the garden table for cooking, sharing, and storytelling through the harvest of the seasonJoin us for CSA Supper Club for collaborative cooking, recipe-sharing, and conversations around the table as we explore the cultural, ecological, and personal dimensions of food.Cool down with a refreshing agua fresca (drink) made with cooling herbs and fruits…
Gather around the campfire, and enjoy an evening of stories, songs, learning, laughter, and meaningful connection under the evening sky.Join us for a night of fun and educational activies around a roaring campfire! Our Park Rangers will be there to entertain you with stories, poems, and sing-a-longs. Located at our campsite near Fort Wadsworth Beach,…
A family friendly wildlife walk!Bring the whole family and discover the fascinating world of birds! Join park educator Joe Zarzhevsky for a beginner friendly bird walk as we explore local trails in search of resident and migratory birds. Along the way, we’ll learn how to use binoculars, identify birds by sight and sound, and uncover…
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the Spring! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a…
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as the season changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and up. Borrow a magnifying glass (please remember…
Come join us for Saturday stories in the Library Meeting Room!Saturday Storytime! 🌻Summer Saturday Storytime in the Library Meeting Room!For all preschool ages! 📚Siblings are welcome, too!Come join us in the library meeting room for stories, songs, and lots of fun!Since this is a mixed-age storytime, we will do our best to feature activities suitable…
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
(all ages) Enjoy a Free Guided Tour of the Arboretum Free guided tours of the Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, from April 18 through October 17. Tours begin at the Visitors Center. No reservations are required and tours are on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals who would like…
