PARENTGUIDENEWS

Friday Storytime at the Museum
2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated.
Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Due to weather or staffing shortages, the program may be canceled without advance notice. To confirm on the day of the event, please call 201/656-2240, or contact us at info@hobokenmuseum.org.
Tips and Guidelines for making Storytime successful:

If your child is crying or having a difficult time, please take him or her outside so as not to disturb the others and try to come back another time.
If your child is not being gentle with another child, please separate the children and make sure it doesn’t happen again.
Cell phones are fine for taking pictures of your child, but not for talking on or texting.
All the adults are role models for the children. If they see you sitting and listening to the story, they will too. If they see you talking or texting, they won’t.
Please enjoy your food AFTER Storytime, not during, and take any cups or wrappers with you.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Story Time/ Music and Movement
2026-02-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Story time- Spark children’s imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm
Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
-Every day at 11am and 3 pm

Music & Movement
2026-02-13 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-14 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-15 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-16 11:00 - 11:15 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Museum Minis
2026-02-13 11:30 - 17:00, 2026-02-15 11:30 - 17:00 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea – SOLD OUT
2026-02-14 | NY
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm
You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds!
Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive with freshly baked scones, jam, homemade clotted cream, scrumptious sandwiches, and a 3-tiered dessert tray.
In the last part of the service, you’ll be offered a complimentary glass of Prosecco, a Mimosa, or sparkling lemonade. We hope you will join us!
This event is for adults and children ages 13+. Seatings are 90 minutes, and registration is required. If you prefer Sun Porch seating, please purchase tickets for 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, or 2:30 pm. Children 7+ are welcome at our 2:30 pm seating.
A 10% gratuity for your server is included in tea pricing.
Groups larger than 8 people, please email Richard at richard@secrettearoom.us for booking information.
Member Price: $55 | Non-Member Price: $65
Registration begins on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
DIETARY AND SEATING REQUESTS: Please put notes in the participant’s box on the checkout page about dietary restrictions or seating requests. If you are seated on your own, please let us know. A gluten-free option is available with prior notice. We are not able to accommodate a dairy-free or vegan diet. In warmer weather months, please indicate if you would prefer seating outdoors. All requests must be communicated to us 48 hours before the event.
CANCELLATIONS: We are unable to accommodate cancellations or rescheduling. If you find you are no longer able to attend your scheduled event, you may transfer your ticket(s) to another person(s) to attend instead. Please notify both the Arboretum Office Manager and Secret Tea Room host listed below so we can update the ticket name(s) for event check-in.
Arboretum Office Manager, Marilyn at m.foehrenbach@reeves-reedarboretum.org
Tea Room Host, Richard at richard@secrettearoom.us

Hike with Mike: Big Tree and Pocantico River
2026-02-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Rockefeller State Park Preserve, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, 10570, United States
Enjoy a 5-6-mile Hike with Mike through the preserve!

A 3-hour 5-6 mile hike starting a 9:00 at the Preserve offfice courtyard. It will take us to the Western side fo the Preserve where we’ll follow the Pocantico River to our triple arch bridge; then on to the Big Tree trail containing most of the Preserve’s oldest trees. We’ll then return to our starting point. Weather permitting we may include the Thirteen Bridges Trail.
The hike will leave promptly at 9:00 from the Visitor Center courtyard.
Make sure you have water with you
Max: 20 people. Cost: FREE. Registration required. Parking: $6 per vehicle.
Photo courtesy of Andrew Lerman.

Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
2026-02-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Sugar Hill Museum, 898 St. Nicholas Avenue @ 155th Street, New York, NY, 10032, United States

Guided Garden Tours
2026-02-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Come visit and take a Guided- Garden tour!

Uncovering the Enslaved Tour
2026-02-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-14 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Learn the stories of the enslaved.

ConEd Family Days
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace, New York, NY, 10032, United States
Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day.

Information for All Family Day Programs
These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio, or in the 18th Century Kitchen. Adults are required to remain with their children during the entire workshop. Masks are optional for all museum visitors. Attendees may visit the museum for free on a different day using our Family Day ticket code.

My Little Man & Me: Valentine's Day Party!
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us for some Valentine’s Day fun!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little man! Moms, grandmas, and aunts: grab your sons, grandsons, and nephews and have some fun! Enjoy lots of fun games, themed crafts, snacks, punch, and a photo booth area while making special memories with your little man.
Recommended for ages 4-8. Reservations required.

Weekly Ground Force Session
2026-02-14 13:30 - 15:30 | NY
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult)
Join Our Horticulture Team!
Help maintain and enhance the beauty of our gardens and grounds all year long—spring, summer, fall, and even winter! Volunteer indoors or outdoors alongside our horticulturists to support the care and upkeep of our landscape. Tasks vary by session and may include weeding, mulching, watering, and more.
Ground Force Sessions:
Thursdays & Saturdays, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
What to Bring & Wear:

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes

Insect repellent, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle

Rain gear if light rain is expected—we work in drizzle!

Registration is required to receive updates in case of cancellations or schedule changes. Please register at least 24 hours before each session.
We will supply gloves as well as all other tools and materials. For your safety, all tools and gloves are washed and sanitized. Please meet at the barn in our parking lot. If the session is cancelled due to inclement weather or any other reason, we will contact you. First-time volunteers must bring a completed Volunteer Waiver form to their first volunteer session.

Register here.

Walk with the Light of Your Life
2026-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Rockefeller State Park Preserve, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, 10570, United States
Walk with the Light of Your Life

This Valentine’s Day, celebrate love with the light of your life – whether that’s your partner, friend, child, or pet, all are welcome!
Take an evening stroll around Swan Lake on carriage roads lit by lanterns and the moon. Stop by the courtyard for some chocolates on your way.
The loop around Swan Lake is about 1.25 miles round trip.
This is not a group hike; you are welcome to begin at any time and walk at your own pace. Please arrive no later than 6:30 pm; all guests must exit the Preserve by 7 pm.
Access to Brothers Path around Swan Lake ONLY; the Preserve is otherwise closed at night.
In case of inclement weather, the event may be postponed or canceled; you will receive announcements via email.

Afternoon Tea
2026-02-15 | NY
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm
You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Afternoon Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds!
Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive with freshly baked scones, jam, homemade clotted cream, scrumptious sandwiches, and a 3-tiered dessert tray.
In the last part of the service, you’ll be offered a complimentary glass of Prosecco, a Mimosa, or sparkling lemonade. We hope you will join us!
This event is for adults and children ages 13+. Seatings are 90 minutes, and registration is required. If you prefer Sun Porch seating, please purchase tickets for 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, or 2:30 pm. Children 7+ are welcome at our 2:30 pm seating.
A 10% gratuity for your server is included in tea pricing.
Groups larger than 8 people, please email Richard at richard@secrettearoom.us for booking information.
Member Price: $55 | Non-Member Price: $65
Registration begins on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
DIETARY AND SEATING REQUESTS: Please put notes in the participant’s box on the checkout page about dietary restrictions or seating requests. If you are seated on your own, please let us know. A gluten-free option is available with prior notice. We are not able to accommodate a dairy-free or vegan diet. In warmer weather months, please indicate if you would prefer seating outdoors. All requests must be communicated to us 48 hours before the event.
CANCELLATIONS: We are unable to accommodate cancellations or rescheduling. If you find you are no longer able to attend your scheduled event, you may transfer your ticket(s) to another person(s) to attend instead. Please notify both the Arboretum Office Manager and Secret Tea Room host listed below so we can update the ticket name(s) for event check-in.
Arboretum Office Manager, Marilyn at m.foehrenbach@reeves-reedarboretum.org
Tea Room Host, Richard at richard@secrettearoom.us

Art Exhibit: Chromatic Terrain by Greg Navratil
2026-02-15 | NY
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Chromatic Terrain: Contemporary Landscapes by Greg Navratil, an immersive exhibition showcasing works by Oregon-based painter Greg Navratil. Known for his rich and vibrant acrylic paintings that balance abstraction with perceptual realism, Navratil’s art captures the essence of the natural world with expressive paint strokes that transcend direct representation.
Based in a renovated historic schoolhouse studio near Seaside, Oregon, set amid woods and gardens that the artist likens to his own “Giverny”, Navratil pushes the potential of color and form. His process always begins in nature: he ventures into lush landscapes, photographing scenes that later become the basis of his paintings. Up close, brushstrokes may seem spontaneous, but from a distance the eye assembles familiar forms of trees, leaves, and flowers. The result is a series of dynamic and vivid compositions that balance abstraction and realism.
Chromatic Terrain features a captivating group of Navratil’s works that explore color and pattern in nature, reflecting the Arboretum’s evolving garden palette as the grounds transition from winter dormancy into spring.
The exhibition will be on view through May 10, 2026. A reception will be held on February 8th from 11 am – 12:30 pm, with Curator Frank Juliano representing the artist to talk about his works. This event is free and open to the public. Register here to attend the reception.
Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm unless closed for a private event. Please check here for updated hours.
All works are for sale, and the artist generously agrees to donate 30% of each sale to the Arboretum.
Notice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.

ASL Interpretation at Intrepid Museum Kids Week
2026-02-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Intrepid Museum, West 46th Street, New York, NY, 10036, United States
On February 15, 18 and 21, join us at the Intrepid Museum for ASL-interpreted demonstrations, workshops and performances during Kids Week!

Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
2026-02-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockefeller State Park Preserve, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, 10570, United States
Birdwatch with experts from Saw Mill River Audubon Society and contribute to global bird count data!

Mini-Camp Morning: A Day Away at RRA!
2026-02-16 09:00 - 12:00 | NY
(ages 5-10)
In celebration of Presidents’ Day, we are offering a fun-filled morning of games, crafts, hikes, and other exciting Arboretum activities. Join us for the morning, the afternoon, or both mini-camp sessions.
The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to register early as space is limited.
Member registration begins on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Non-member registration begins on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Member Price: $60 | Non-Member Price: $75
Notice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.
