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…

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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…

Free Community Sailing 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 Sailing offers the unique opportunity to sail on the Bronx…

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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.…

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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…

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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].

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Teen Open Mic Hosted by Veggie Mijas

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

Calling all teen poets, singers, dancers, & musicians! Join us Saturday July 29 at 2 PM for Teen Open Mic hosted by Veggie Mijas at the Randall’s Island Urban Farm! Vegan snacks and refreshments will be provided. Performances will begin promptly at 2:30 PM and performers must be ages 13-18. To sign up for the…

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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].

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Plein Air Painting

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

Plein Air Painting

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…

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Volunteer at Queens Farm: Cultivator Crew

Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY, United States

Dig in with us at Queens Farm! Get your hands dirty at one of NY State's longest continually farmed sites, dating back to 1697.

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…

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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

Come visit us!!

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…

Reptiles and Amphibians: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Join us as we hike around the hatchery grounds explore reptile and amphibian habitat!Snakes, Frogs, and Turtles Oh my! Connetquot is home to many reptile and amphibian species. Join us as we hike around the hatchery grounds to explore the habitats of these amazing animals. Family programs are geared for children 6 and up. $4.00…

Volunteer at Queens Farm: Cultivator Crew

Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY, United States

Dig in with us at Queens Farm! Get your hands dirty at one of NY State's longest continually farmed sites, dating back to 1697.

Creating Tools from Trees

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

Creating Tools from TreesLearn how trees are transformed into everyday tools and functional art in this workshop with artist and woodworker, Mark Andreas. We will begin by exploring the forest to better understand the qualities and uses of individual tree species. Mark will then demonstrate how to work with hand tools such as a chisel,…

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. Rogues on the Run

10 E Main St 10 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series Rogues on the Run July 30th, 2023 7:00 – 9:00pmShop, Dine, Discover, and Explore Downtown Freehold while listening to local musicians! Every Sunday located at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo on East Main Street. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music!

Ailey Moves NYC!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Foundation presents Ailey Moves NYC!, a free summer celebration with events throughout all five boroughs, July 31–August 5, 2023. Featuring Ailey II, The Ailey School, Ailey Extension—which provides dance and exercise classes for people of all ages—and Ailey Arts In Education programs. Ailey Moves NYC! offers performances, dance classes, and workshops…

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