An evening adventure for Adults only! Join us for a short guided night hike & bonfireLet’s explore all of the things that go bump in the night such as nighttime creatures that live in the soil, in the woods and in the treetops. We will listen for the calls that range from insects to frogs…
Join us for one of our popular lantern walks with a Pride Month twist!Join us for one of our popular lantern walks with a Pride Month twist! Have you ever wanted to explore the park after dark? Now is your chance! We'll take a night-themed walk, with the ambiance of rainbow-colored lanterns!Family programs are for…
Children ages 3-12 are invited to participate in our 9th annual game of I Spy. Complete a different clue sheet each week and win a small snack or prize. Not familiar with I Spy? Ask us how to play. Please limit play to once a week per child. Prizes and snacks generously provided by the…
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.
Find your balance in this farm yoga flow
Find your balance in this farm yoga flow
Become Aware and Defend Yourself F.A.S.T. (Fight. Adapt. Survive. Tell.) Women ages 18 and up are invited to learn or expand self-defense skills through a free, hands-on training course presented by Iron Temple Training Center. You’ll build confidence while developing awareness and skills, increasing odds of survival in a self-defense encounter. Topics covered include: ▪Areas…
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
Explore the many ways that light bounces, bends, and reflects.Have you ever heard of ROY G BIV? You'll certainly be an expert by the end of this program, filled with hands-on activities that will help us explore the many ways that light bounces, bends, and reflects. Children's programs are for children ages 6 and up.…
Get the buzz on bees at the largest apiary in NYC!This workshop is designed for beginners and will cover the basic biology and anatomy of honey bees as well as apiculture essentials such as colony care, honey extraction, parts of the hive, beekeeping equipment, and disease prevention. We will review the mechanics of manipulating the…
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…
Forest Therapy: Solstice CelebrationEmbrace change with mindful movement, nature observation, journaling, and tea under the trees. Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will be an opportunity to celebrate the natural world in honor of the summer solstice. Blankets and seat cushions will be provided. Please wear sun protection…
Program Description: All Together Now! Gear up and get excited for Summer Reading 2023 at the Sussex County Library System! At select times on Thursday, June 22nd (10:00am-12:00pm) and Saturday, June 24th (10:00m-12:00pm), visit our registration table at the Louise Childs Library to get registered for Summer Reading and grab your Summer Reading kit! Kids…
a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.
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…
All Together Now lets enjoy Fun, Comedy and Education, featuring up close and personal encounters with some of our planet’s most fascinating creatures. The presentation is geared toward children and adults alike, so if you’re looking for something fun and unique to do with the family that also teaches respect for our environment and all…
Join us in the community room as we kick off Summer Reading with the Pearl Observatory. In groups of 30, you will experience the Wonders of the Universe, exploring the night sky in an inflatable planetarium. Locate planets, stars, constellations and more! See the Milky Way and touch a meteorite. Afterwards, sign up for our…
At select times on Thursday, June 22nd (2pm-5pm) and Saturday, June 24th (11am-1pm), visit our registration table at Franklin Branch to get registered for Summer Reading and grab your Summer Reading kit! Kids who register at our table during these times will also receive a small prize to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading…
Long Island Game Farm will launch its first-ever local artisan vendor market featuring planting propagation, wool felting, and floral painting demonstrations, local plant and product sales, and more. The market will be open on Saturday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. As summer approaches, the game farm is planning a number of events…
