Butterflies & Gardens- Seniors Program, $4 per person upon arrival

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

Explore the world of butterflies!Explore the world of butterflies! Join us for a short presentation about these beautiful creatures. Then take a walk to view butterflies in the wild, finishing with a visit to the pollinator garden. Seniors Programs are for ages 55 and up.$4.00 per adult upon arrival. $8.00 parking fee is in effect!…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Book Buddies @ Main Library

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

One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with a teen or adult to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session. The Book Buddies…

Free

Farmer’s Market

1 E Main St 1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

Farmer’s Market Every Friday July through October

RE@D!

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Readers Engage @ Dennis (RE@D!) meets in-person the third Friday of each month to discuss our current group pick. The title for August is The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin, available in regular and large print. Click on the title to request a copy in your preferred format. Follows three lonely strangers in a…

Be Creative – Adult Crafts @ Main Library

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

Let your creativity flow and join us for crafting projects, just for adults! The craft for August*: rock painting! All supplies provided. Don’t miss this opportunity for company and crafting in the comfort of a room you don’t have to clean up 🙂 Seating is limited. Register beginning August 4. *The craft may changed based…

Free

Outdoor Nature Activities (Ages 3-5)- FREE

Hempstead Lake State Park Eagle Avenue, West Hempstead, NY, United States

Different outdoor activities, games, or crafts will be completed at each program. The programs are completely outdoors. (Ages 3-5)Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's Programs, Ages 5…

Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Stop by on Fridays for an afternoon of board game fun. We’ve got: ❖ Apples to Apples ❖ Life ❖ Dungeons & Dragons ❖ Connect 4 ❖ Exploding Kittens ❖ Werewolf ❖ Uno ❖ Candyland ❖ and More! All ages welcome. No registration required. Bring a friend, make a friend, play old favorites or learn…

Book Club Buddies @ Main Library

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

Summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17! Join Miss Kim at the Main Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read short stories from the “I Survived True Stories” series (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end…

Free

Paint, Pop & Rock Concert and Art Show

Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza Vesey St & North End Ave, New York, NY, United States

Co-presented with the Church Street School of Music and Art, join us for a live concert and art show curated by the teens of the Paint, Pop & Rock Program.

Pride in the Garden

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

Come join us for an unforgettable event as Fade to Black and JC Takeover bring their energy to The Newark Museum of Art's garden.Come join us for an unforgettable event as Fade to Black and JC Takeover bring the vibes to The Newark Museum of Art's garden. We are proud to host this celebration of…

Funky Friday at The Gazebo

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

Funky Friday at The Gazebo 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Event Series Farm Market

Farm Market

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

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 who provide a variety of fruit, organic produce, meats, fish, dairy products, baked goods, and handcrafted products.

Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park

Prudential Concert Grove Branch Brook Park Drive, Newark, NJ, United States

Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance

Beginner Meditation & QiGong @ Main Library

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

Join us outside at Main Library where Kevin Kuo, of White Deer Meditation, will lead an introductory class in meditation and QiGong. Meditation helps you improve focus, sleep better, reduce stress/anxiety/frustration, and manage your emotions. QiGong* helps your organs to regulate and self heal by stimulating meridians and acupuncture points in your body. There will…

Free

Stream Science @ Valley Stream State Park (Children 6+)-FREE

Valley Stream State Park Valley Stream State Park Road, Valley Stream, NY, United States

Join us at Valley Stream State Park as we explore the vibrant underwater world with a stream scoop.Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's Programs, Ages 5 &…

Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program

Thomas Jefferson Park 2180 1st Ave., New York, NY, United States

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…

FREE

💥 Unleash Your Inner Champion! 💥

Bierman Autism Centers - Eatontown 40 Christopher Way, Eatontown, NJ, United States

Bierman Autism Centers - Eatontown rolls out the red carpet for you to join us at the Sensory-Friendly Field Day Funfest! It's time to lace up your sneakers and get ready to have a ball! Get ready to enjoy a delightful day of sensory-friendly games and activities tailor-made just for you! Bring your best game…

Free

6th Annual 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser

Midland Beach Promenade Midland Beach Promenade Lot #9 (Corner of Fr. Capodanno Blvd. & Lincoln Ave.), Staten Island, NY, United States

Join us at Midland Beach on Staten Island for our 6th annual 5K Run/Walk to "Spread the Joy of Authentic Love" and support our NY Chapter! Saturday, August 19th 10 AM to 12 PM 5K Race for the Chaste Fundraiser Join us at Midland Beach on Staten Island for our 6th annual 5K Run/Walk to…

$10 – $100

Grand Opening, Bach to Rock Music School Scarsdale

Bach to Rock Music School Scarsdale 969-B Central Park Avenue, Scarsdale, United States

Music to Fill the Air as Bach to Rock Music School Opens in Scarsdale! August 19 Grand Opening Will Feature Regional DJ “Hard Hittin Harry,” along with Tours, Free Lessons, and Performances on the Bach to Rock Stage. Bach to Rock, America’s music school for students of all ages, is opening its newest school in…

Free