Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a month taking care of and restoring our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens and meadows on…
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with thrilling rides and games for all ages and a variety of classic carnival cuisine. Admission and parking are free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site while supplies last or online before 5 pm Thurs., April 27 for $29 each, 2/$55…
Arbor Day Tree ID WalkCelebrate Arbor Day with conservation steward, Devyani Mishra, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Rockwood Hall area to learn about trees and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Leashed dogs are welcome. This hike is at Rockwood Hall, DO NOT go to…
Spend time in the Edible Garden with us this spring!. Each class will focus on a different storybook and will include planting, harvesting, journaling and learning all about the natural world! Registration required. Space is limited. Appropriate for children in grades K – 2. Sign up for one or more of these fun classes: March…
Cultivate creativity and curiosity and settle into the restorative power of botanical arts.
Help us maintain the 640 acres of forest in Van Cortlandt Park in April!
It’s Queens Farm’s annual Spring carnival!
Come on a guided exploration of the woods in the dark as we see what nocturnal neighbors we can find! Bring a flashlight! To register go to cstl.org April 28 – 7:30 PM
The Native Plant Sale at Garvies Point Museum and Preserve offers a selection of native plants that are perfect for Long Island gardens. All plants are grown by the Museum from local seed and are pesticide-free. Shop for flowering perennials, shrubs, and trees that are sure to attract birds, bees, and butterflies to your garden.…
Each year, the WCS Run for the Wild raises awareness of the threats facing wildlife while fundraising to help WCS's conservation work at the Bronx Zoo and around the world. The 5k race for individual runners will begin at 8:00 a.m.; casual runners and walkers can take part in the 3K Family Fun Run/Walk at…
History of Rockwood HallJoin Rockwood docent, David Teich, on an adventure into the past as we explore the Rockwood Hall area and its rich history dating back to prehistoric times. Former estate of William A. Rockefeller Jr., this site boasts scenic views overlooking the Hudson, lush forests, and remnants of 19th century luxuries. Leashed dogs…
Volunteers needed to care for and beautify the wildflower patch and area around Woodlawn Playground in Van Cortlandt Park.Join VCPA, Women of Woodlawn and Woodlawn Taxpayers Association as we continue to beautify the area around Woodlawn Playground. Projects will include removing non-native invasive plants, planting native species and general clean-up around the playground and in…
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…
Food is medicine!
Join us as we celebrate Arbor Day! Trees are essential to a healthy environment and Randall’s Island’s trees are just starting to bloom! Learn about the Island’s trees, how healthy trees contribute to healthy communities, and enjoy some tree-mendous crafts! Location: Meet at the Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge For inquiries about accessibility, to…
It’s Queens Farm’s annual Spring carnival!
Young gardeners will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Young gardeners (ages 8-11) will participate in the urban farming process by planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables. Kids will create nature crafts and explore topics like healthy eating and composting. This is 100% hands-in-the-dirt outdoor fun! Children will learn how…
Live music, giveaways and so much more!Grab your little ones and come out for an afternoon of jazz with specially curated children-themed musical selections, handpicked by jazz artists. We are excited to have Stefon Harris introducing kids to the world of Jazz. The WBGO Kids Jazz Concert Series brings world-renowned jazz musicians to concert halls…
Volunteer with VCPA and the Riverdale Main Streets Alliance as we maintain the garden/field at 261st and Broadway and north to the City LineShow the Northwest Corner of Van Cortlandt Park some TLC ! Volunteers needed to help us beautify the 261st Street section of VCP. We will move towards the City Line as time…
