Foraging Edible InvasivesIf you can’t beat ‘em, eat ‘em! Non-native plants are typically regarded as pests and are removed and discarded as waste, but what if we were to rewrite…
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Pre-registration required…
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…
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 -…
For families. Explore our trails with a naturalist, identify spring wildflowers, visit the frog pond and uncover and discover ecosystem interactions. Fee: $30 per family (up to two adults and…
Cultivate creativity and curiosity and settle into the restorative power of botanical arts.
Members will enjoy first access from 5:00PM – 7:00PM and a 10% discount at our Spring Plant Sale. Join us in Van Vleck Gardens for our fabulous annual sale of…
A Wildly Curious Romp for the Whole Family! Broadway Training Center of Westchester to Present “Wonderland: Alice’s Rock & Roll Adventure” May 5- May 7 in Hastings-on- Hudson Local Production…
Join us in Van Vleck Gardens for our fabulous annual sale of gorgeous flowers, baskets, fruits, vegetables and herbs that will dazzle in your garden. Curated by our Director of…
A Wildly Curious Romp for the Whole Family! Broadway Training Center of Westchester to Present “Wonderland: Alice’s Rock & Roll Adventure” May 5- May 7 in Hastings-on- Hudson Local Production…
Full Moon Hike: “Flower Moon”Experience the Preserve after dark! Join us for a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. We walk at a brisk pace; some hiking experience…
Join us in Van Vleck Gardens for our fabulous annual sale of gorgeous flowers, baskets, fruits, vegetables and herbs that will dazzle in your garden. Curated by our Director of…
The Farm Market is back! The 2023 season kicks off on May 6 and will continue through October. Come out on Saturdays to shop from local farmers, bakers, and craftsmen…
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…
Food is medicine!
Our great city is famous for its subway. But did you know that beneath those tunnels exists a world of wires, cables and more? Together, families will learn about the…
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…
