Guided mindfulness walk.Join a Park Ranger for a meditative stroll as we explore the park by listening to the wind, focusing on our footsteps, and watching the clouds float on by. Take time for yourself and connect with nature in a calming new way.
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…
a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.
Books, movies, music and more! Bargains galore for every age and interest. All proceeds benefit special library programs and purchases sponsored by the Friends of the E. Louise Childs Library. Donations to the sale can be dropped off at Louise Childs from Monday, August 7-Saturday, August 19. The Friends are accepting the following items in…
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This program has been cancelled due to weather concerns and rescheduled for August 26 & 27. Existing ticket holders may request a date change or refund. Battery “B” First Rhode Island Light Artillery is returns to Lasdon Park to run the Civil War Soldier Experience. Each 2 hour session will consist of a number of…
We grow our gardens! Food is medicine!
The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…
Join The Nick Loeb Foundation for its 2nd Annual Party with the Police BBQ and Pool Party on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at a private location in Purchase, NY. Enjoy a day of family fun, which will include unique experiences for adults such as tequila & wine tastings and…
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…
http://StreetFairs.org Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Live Music & more. FREE ADMISSION for Spectators. Avg Event Attendance: 20,000The absolute Best way to sell your goods and services.StreetFairs.org is New Jersey's Largest Street Fair organizer with 24 events throughout the state. We are widely known to vendors as having run the most organized and successful events around.…
Come to the Dorothy Henry Library on select Saturdays for a fun time with our Nintendo Switch! Teens are welcome to try different Switch games and participate in unofficial mini-tournaments with 1:00-2: their friends. Gamers can bring their own controller or take turns using one of the libraries. Program Start & End Time: 12:00 –…
The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of summer. This event is co-sponsored by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. 2023…
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…
This fun & energetic 45-minute tour of Ringwood Manor focuses on the children of the Hewitt family, the activities, games, & pranks they played at the Manor, and what a child’s life would be like during the late 19th century. Scavenger hunts are provided on the tour and afterwards, kids are encouraged to try our…
Join Alice Brees as she guides you into creating a “Bee Kind” Flower Vase folded book project. Alice will teach the basics of book folding using repurposed books. Your creation will be decorated with scrapbook paper and ribbon. Please bring a ruler (does not need to be metric) and your enthusiasm! All other materials supplied.…
Relax and enjoy learning watercolor painting techniques in this summer series taught by local artist-instructor Regina Orr. Learn about color mixing and brushwork, and ignite your creativity and authentic artistic voice. All levels of artist are welcome. All supplies provided. Class size is limited to allow for more personalized instruction. If you register and then…
Delve into dungeons deep and caverns old with your trusted gang of friends! This Dungeons & Dragons group is a continuation of our current party of Saturday adventurers and is currently closed to new members. If you are interested in Dungeons & Dragons at the library, reach out to Ms. Cara at [email protected]. For our regular…
Experience this experimental book-making process with artist Adama Delphine Fawundu.In this workshop, participants will dive into their personal narratives through a non-linear and experimental book-making process with artist Adama Delphine Fawundu. Participants should bring photocopies of personal photographs, images, or belongings.* All participants will leave with a unique book. Participants will be provided with bookmaking…
