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…
*Amanda is a lifelong baking enthusiast who has been cake decorating both personally and professionally for over 10 years. Join Amanda Mausolf* for a hands-on cake decorating demonstration and practice session. Learn about: ꙮ basics of icing ꙮ piping techniques such as writing messages, making borders, decoration (like balloons!) You’ll have the opportunity to practice…
Discover the plants and mushrooms that support us during the fall allergy season with this plant walk and workshop!Fall is a wonderful time to be outside and enjoy the golden tones of the landscape. Some of our most treasured plant allies flower during this season, including over 150 species of golden rod. In this class…
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Join Danielle Medina, creator of Fit N Play Mama, for a playful Dinosaur Yoga-themed journey. In this special class, we will send you back in time and have you moving and stretching your body in all kinds of dinosaur ways. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate alongside their children and create meaningful memories while…
Hands-on activities to engage the senses and explore environmental science during this early childhood education program!
Drop in every third Saturday of the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to explore New York City’s oldest house together. Arrive by 1 p.m. for a unique hands-on making activity each month. Seasonal activities inside the historic house and around the gardens include scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration and hands-on activities.…
Find your way through New York City's only corn maze!
Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Music, Food, Art, CommunityA celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! This lively event will feature an incredible lineup of Latino performers and artmaking activities that pay tribute to Hispanic culture. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms, captivating dances, and rich traditions of Latin America. Come join us for…
Calling all nature enthusiasts! Participate in our Oyster Counting Workshop and champion oyster sustainability. Learn about the significance of oyster counts in maintaining healthy coastal habitats and supporting marine biodiversity.
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…
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…
On February 2, 1913, Grand Central Terminal officially opened to the public. It’s one of the largest and most prestigious railroad stations in the world, with over 67 million travelers passing through each year. Grand Central is also a shopping, dining, and cultural destination all under one grand celestial roof. What is Grand Central’s connection…
Get creative with quill and ink!September 17th marks Constitution Day, a day honoring the signing of the U.S. Constitution by the delegates of the Constitutional Convention in 1787. We also celebrate new citizens! Join us in our classroom for some quill and ink writing using real feather quills and authentic ink, just as it was…
Cross County Center will be hosting a Beer Garden for Oktoberfest, with live music, dancing, food and fun on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 17, 2023. The Beer Garden will be located on The Green, in the center of the outdoor shopping center and open on Saturday from 1pm to 7pm and on Sunday…
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].
Floats – Celebrities – Gondola – Antique Cars Grand Marshall: Kathrine Narducci Red Mike Festival Band and the STATUE OF SAN GENNARO Honoring our Armed Forces!
Please join us for a reading by Sussex County’s own Mary Burns*. Ms. Burns will read from her book Saving Eric, winner of the 2023 International Firebird Award. The book is about her son, who suffered from mental and physical illness, along with drug addiction. The reading will be followed by a Q&A period on…
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].
