Are you too young to volunteer but still want to help out? This is the program for you! This session, we will be making cards for sick kids.Kids' Kindness Club! (Ages 5+) ☺️☺️☺️Are you too young for formal volunteering but would like to help out your community? This is the program for you!In this session…
Join us for the fourth class of a new year-long gardening series!Join us for the fourth installment of a new year-long gardening series that guides you through every season of growing your own food at home! From planning and planting to harvesting and soil care, you'll gain practical hands-on skills and confidence to grow fresh,…
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Learn about Ticks at the Preserve!Once temperatures creep above 40 degrees Fahrenheit, ticks go questing in search of a bloodmeal! Come learn all about ticks from Park Educator Martha, who has a backround in tick disease ecology research. The program will cover the life cycle of New York's ticks, their role in our local ecology,…
Join a park ranger on the bayside to go seining to catch various marine species and discover what calls the bay its home!Join a park ranger on the bayside to go seining – dragging a large net with two poles on each end through the water – to catch various marine species and discover what…
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Afternoon Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds! Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive…
Join rangers for a relaxed bike ride filled with nature, stories, and surprises as you explore the beauty and history of Sandy HookThe sands of Sandy Hook are steeped in…
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the Spring! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a…
Stop for a FREE bike safety check and a map to help you safely navigate the hook!Stop for a FREE bike safety check and a map to help you safely…
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive…
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
Buzzzzzzzzzz into science!Help track and protect native bumblebees! Participants will learn how to identify local bumblebee species, observe pollinators in their habitats, and upload our observations and data to support…
Enjoy a performance at the Rockwood Hall foundation!Step back into the era of the American Revolution with a fife-and-drum trio performance at noon. Bring a blanket, beach chairs, and even…
Join Shayla and Hailey in the Preserve after dark for a full moon hike!Experience the Preserve after dark! Join Shayla, Hailey, and Dave for a 4-mile hike on carriage roads…
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive…
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Participants will learn how to make their own bug spray and a lavender sachet for stress.In step with the growing season, beginner gardeners are invited to gain hands-on learning experiences…
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
