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Event Series Boogie Down Storytime

Boogie Down Storytime

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

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…

FREE
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…

NEW DATE: “Bee Kind” Flower Vase Folded Book Project @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

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.…

Free

Watercolor Painting – Summer Series with Regina Orr @ Main Library

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

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…

Free

The Dungeon Initiative: D&D for Teens at Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

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…

Free

Bookmaking Workshop with Artist Adama Delphine Fawundu

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

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…

Event Series Free Community Events at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Free Community Birding at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Hunts Point Riverside Park Lafayette Avenue and Edgewater Road, Bronx, NY, United States

No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Birding brings birdwatching to the shores of the Bronx River.…

Free

Environmental Science Merit Badge!

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

Scouts BSA - Environmental Science Merit Badge!Taught by our certified merit badge counselors who have completed Youth Protection Training.Cost: $28 / ScoutScouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster with all requirements listedScouts should wear their uniform.There are 3 Pre-requisites that should be done at home and we will review in class:…

Event Series Free Community Events at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Free Community Rowing at Hunts Point Riverside Park

Hunts Point Riverside Park Lafayette Avenue and Edgewater Road, Bronx, NY, United States

No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Rowing allows New Yorkers of all ages to explore the…

Free
Event Series Fun on the Farm

Fun on the Farm

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

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].

FREE

Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

Nissequogue River State Park 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY, United States

Kayak the Nissequogue River on a scenic Nature Tour!Come explore the Nissequogue River by kayak with us! This program requires you to bring your own kayak, paddle, life jacket & other equipment you may need. Learn some new paddling techniques as well as learn about the natural world of the Nissequogue River as we search…

Teen Music and Poetry Salon at Dorothy Henry

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

Join Miss Savannah on select Saturdays for our Teen Music and Poetry Salon where we explore different poetic and musical genres and histories while we explore the connections between poetry and music. All genres of music and poetry will be included and participants are encouraged to bring examples of either they enjoy to share and…

Free
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].

FREE

An Evening with Mae featuring Neir’s, Nancy Nogood, & the Museum of Drag!

King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY, United States

Come enjoy a screening of Mae West's "I'm No Angel" (1933) and a drag performance by Nancy Nogood at the museum!“When I’m good, I’m very good. But when I’m bad, I’m better” - Mae WestWe are teaming up with Neir’s Tavern and the Museum of Drag to present an evening with screen legend Mae West!…

Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall

Rockwood Hall Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall, Aug 27 9am - 12pmPlease come and help clear us invasive vines that are smothering the trees and the views along the Hudson River on Rockwood Hall’s Lower Trail! Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall, Aug 27 9am - 12pmTools such as loppers, clippers, spades, and gloves will be provided. Please…

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…

Free
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…

FREE

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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Amoeba Hop!

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

Amoeba Hop!Beat the heat and hop into a puddle with Author/Illustrator Betsy Franco-Feeney as she reads from her six-foot wide giant book! Based on the song by Christine Lavin, Amoeba Hop tells the tale of the lonely paramecium who finds a partner through binary fission. View a live sample from the Preserve’s Swan Lake under…