Family Gardening: Seed to Table

The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

We grow our gardens! Food is medicine!

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

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

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…

2nd Annual Party with the Police BBQ and Pool Party

Private Location Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY, United States

Join The Nick Loeb Foundation for its 2nd Annual Party with the Police BBQ and Pool Party on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at a private location in Purchase, NY. Enjoy a day of family fun, which will include unique experiences for adults such as tequila & wine tastings and…

$250

Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…

Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show

Downtown Westfield, NJ 221 South Ave W., Westfield, NJ, United States

http://StreetFairs.org Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Live Music & more. FREE ADMISSION for Spectators. Avg Event Attendance: 20,000The absolute Best way to sell your goods and services.StreetFairs.org is New Jersey's Largest Street Fair organizer with 24 events throughout the state. We are widely known to vendors as having run the most organized and successful events around.…

Teen Switch Time @ Dorothy Henry

Come to the Dorothy Henry Library on select Saturdays for a fun time with our Nintendo Switch! Teens are welcome to try different Switch games and participate in unofficial mini-tournaments with 1:00-2: their friends.  Gamers can bring their own controller or take turns using one of the libraries. Program Start & End Time: 12:00 –…

Free
Event Series 2023 Essex County Summer Concert Series

Latino Festival

Monte Irvin Orange Park Center Street and South Harrison Street, Orange, NJ, United States

The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of summer. This event is co-sponsored by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. 2023…

Free
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…

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:…

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