Celebrate World Snow Day with us!Observe the beauty of snowflakes. We will discuss how snowflakes form and observe them under a microscope.Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's…
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 publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
Builders ages 5 and up are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with other builders, to build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you…
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
Kevin Kuo from White Deer Meditation will be here the 3rd Saturday of most months to lead a class in the traditional Chinese healing practice of QiGong, which supports mental, physical, and spiritual health through gentle movement, meditation, and breathing techniques. This class is for beginners. At each meeting Kevin will reinforce the lessons of…
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 publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…
Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this…
Kokedama is a centuries-old living art form related to bonsai. You will create a moss ball with an interesting plant in the center. This classic simple elegance makes for a…
Herbalism Workshop: WinterJoin Herbalist, Clare Pierson, for an exploration of the medicinal properties of herbs. This class will cover herbs that we already have in our kitchens that can be…
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…
Our Holiday Train Show features a special 12 x 18 foot display of model trains traveling through countryside scenes. The Holiday Train Show takes place inside the Manor House from…
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
What could you make if you only could use purple materials? You’ll get a chance to see in our Walk-in! Workshop in November. We’ll be making vibrant abstract art only in shades of purple in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Come and join this fun challenge!
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Join us for our FREE January Winterfest open house! Do you know a family who is interested in camp? We will be at camp giving tours Saturday and Sunday, January 20 - 21 from 12 - 3 pm. Come enjoy: - Camp Tours - S'mores - Fun foods - Arts and Crafts - Baking Projects…
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s…
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s…
Step back in time as you tour the Main House of the South Side Sportsmen’s Club!A docent will discuss the history of the tavern and the high society Club which…
Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all…
