Children’s Author Visits the Sussex-Wantage Branch

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

Join local children’s author Dr. Sandra Gonsalves-Domond as she reads her second children’s book, Stella, the Stealthy, Stellar Squirrel in Spartanasha. Afterwards enjoy a “squirrely” kind of craft and the opportunity for questions and answers. This program will be held in the outdoor amphitheater, weather permitting. Registration begins August 5. Dr. Gonsalves-Domond has lived in…

Free

Onigiri Animanga Club @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

The Onigiri Animanga club is a place for teens and young adults to share in their love for anime, manga, games, Japanese culture, and more with other people. There are monthly art contests, and at every meeting the group plays games, watches anime, discusses anime and cartoons, and has a lot of fun! New members…

Staten Island Fencing Center Demonstration

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

Discover the thrill of swordplay at a fencing demonstration designed especially for kids! The Staten Island Fencing Center will lead an action-packed event for young minds to learn about the art of balance and coordination and to practice with plastic swords. Unleash the inner swashbuckler in your child in a safe and supervised environment!The Gust…

Guided Geology Hike!

The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

Join us as we take an easy/moderate hike through the forest to focus on the unique GEOLOGY of the area.Join us as we take an easy/moderate hike through the forest to focus on an area of the forest we often overlook: geology! We will look for geologic clues to piece together the picture of the…

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].

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Event Series Sunday Farmers Market

Sunday Farmers Market

Westfield Garden State Plaza 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ, United States

Enjoy Westfield Garden State Plaza's Sunday Farmers Market every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, family, friends and relax! Location: Parking lot across from Macy's and next to Chili's Date: Every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th Time: 9am - 2pm Free admission & pet-friendly! Thank you to our…

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Renaissance Faire Weekend

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

Step back in time but through the lens of STEAM. Join us for Dragon Beak Lab, Catapult Challenges, Upside-down Michelangelo Painting, Davinci's Cardboard Automata, Side Quest Scavenger Hunt, and Fairy Stomp Rockets. Dragon Beak Lab - Learn about adaptation and natural selection through a medieval science lab lesson that connects the beaks of Darwin's Galapagos…

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…

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Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room

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

a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

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

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Summer Tea in Prospect Park

Prospect Park Boathouse + Audubon Center 101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Join Tea Arts & Culture + Prospect Park Alliance for a gathering in the park to steep and sip tea together with arts, music and more.Join Tea Arts & Culture and Prospect Park Alliance for a full-day gathering in the park to steep and sip tea together with arts and music, and share our appreciation…

Plants for Extended Summer Interest

Lasdon Park 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY

The late summer garden can begin to look tired and weary. Join a walking tour to explore perennial plants that will still look great and colorful even in late summer. The walking tour begins at the green, wooden entrance gate off of the upper level of the parking lot. We will meet there at 11:00am.…

Free

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…

Event Series A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor

A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor

Ringwood Manor 1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

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…

Intrepid Museum’s Astro Live

Join out-of-this-world experts as they discuss NASA's upcoming Psyche Mission!Join us live on Facebook, YouTube, or Twitch.TV.The Intrepid Museum will present a Virtual Astro Live program on August 20 at 3:00pm ET.In October 2023, NASA’s Psyche Mission is slated to launch toward a unique asteroid that may hold the secrets of Earth’s own formation. Comprised…

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. Pat Guadagno & Richard Blackwell

1 E Main St 1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series Pat Guadagno & Richard Blackwell August 20th, 2023 7:00 – 9:00pmShop, Dine, Discover, and Explore Downtown Freehold while listening to local musicians! Every Sunday located at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo on East Main Street. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music!

Lapsit @ Dorothy Henry

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

This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 18 months old and their parents/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early literacy tips and things to try at home.  This is…

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage

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

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! Drop in. No registration required.

Tree Identification Walk

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

Tree Identification WalkJoin conservation steward, Devyani Mishra, for a leisurely stroll through the Preserve to learn about trees and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Please wear sun protection, bring water to drink and wear comfortable closed-toed…