The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze

Van Cortlandt Manor 525 S Riverside Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United States

The Hudson Valley’s most electrifying fall happening Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by our team of artisans. New for 2023, see our twirling pumpkin Ferris wheel and take in our gourd-eous circus sideshow! Complete with synchronized lighting…

Blaze: Long Island

Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Rd, Old Bethpage, NY, United States

Long Island’s Top-Rated Halloween Experience Walk the immersive pumpkin trail on the grounds of a 19th-century village where thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns light up the night, complete with an all-original soundtrack, synchronized lighting, and special effects you have to see to believe! NEW THIS YEAR Go under the sea with a giant pumpkin-octopus Be…

Jack O’ Lantern Experience

Skylands Stadium 94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ, United States

Running from September 22nd through November 5th, this 30-day event guarantees thrills and chills for the whole family! Enjoy seasonal food and drinks, outdoor games, pumpkin picking and painting, AND a stroll through over 6,000 hand-carved Jack-O-Lanterns in the crisp fall air with family and friends!

$19

Dinovember @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Come into the Louise Childs library for some fun, dinosaur themed activities! From November 1st – November 17th, the dinosaurs will take over the library! Go on a scavenger hunt to see how many dinos you can find and color a dinosaur to be displayed in the library! Drop in anytime to complete either activity…

Yoga in the Park

Find your flow in our “Intro to Yoga” session at Lasdon Park. Led by Kat Sabath (RYT 200), this all-levels class offers gentle movement, breath-work, and grounding poses (asanas) amidst a beautiful garden setting. Unwind, reconnect, and find balance in the harmony of mind, body, and nature. Embark on a journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, and…

$20 – $30

Friday Storytime at the Museum

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…

Tiny Tots Leaves and Trees-$4 due upon arrival

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

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature!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 & up unless…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

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

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Sunset Up North: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

Take a hike up north!Join us for a hike as we explore the trails north of the trout hatchery at sunset! This is a great opportunity to see and hear wildlife in an undisturbed part of the preserve! $4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required! Space is limited.…

Eddie B’s Teachers Only Comedy Tour

Tarrytown Music Hall 13 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY, United States

Eddie B. soared to new heights by creating his own opportunity starting with his series of comical videos titled “What Teachers Really Want to Say”. In a matter of hours, those videos sparked the attention of educators all over the country when they realized that they were not alone and finally had someone to joke about…

$44 – $71

Super Family Saturday: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Nassau County Museum of Art One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor, NY, NY, United States

A family friendly event for children and their adult companions At the Manes Education Center and the Museum Saturday, November 4 Join us for one of 2 timed sessions Session I: 11 am – 12:30 pm Session II: 1 – 2:30 pm $10 Members & children | $20 Non-member adults Immerse yourself in the Mexican…

TaSH Farmers Market

Patriots Park Patriots Park, Tarrytown, NY, United States

Stop by TaSH, Tarrytown’s and Sleepy Hollow’s weekly farmers market, for fresh Hudson Valley produce, meat, bread, cut flowers, dairy products, preserves, wine, and beer. There are weekly live music performances, children’s events as well as ongoing educational activities and programs. Don’t miss the weekly free samplings! Well behaved dogs are welcome, provided your pooch is…

Free

Meditation & QiGong with Kevin Kuo @ Main Library

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

Due to popular demand, what started as a seasonal series is now a permanent class at Main Library! Join Kevin and learn to combine meditation, the ancient practice of reconnecting with your body by focusing on your breathing; with the slow, focused movements of QiGong. Combining these two disciplines has been shown alleviate symptoms of…

Hike with Mike: Pocantico Lake & 13 Bridges

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Hike with Mike: Pocantico Lake & 13 BridgesEmbark on a 6-mile hike through varied terrain as we venture to the inlet where Swan Lake flows into the serene Pocantico Lake. We’ll return along Thirteen Bridges, one of our most popular trails. Leashed dogs are welcome. Be prepared to move at a steady pace; some hiking…

Sensory-Friendly Storytime Saturdays @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Saturday Morning Storytime with a Sensory-Friendly Focus! The program has been designed for children of all ages and their families with sensory sensitivities. Enjoy 20 minutes of stories, music, rhymes, and movement followed by 10 minutes of play. You are encouraged to bring your own comfort items or just enjoy the sensory toys available to…

Free

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days for an hour of play and fun! For little ones ages 0 — 3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat. Program Dates: Thursdays 10/26, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 Saturdays…

Wonderful Leaves

Let’s take a walk and look at the leaves. What leaves have fallen and what leaves remain on the trees. We will observe the change of the seasons and identify some of the trees growing at Lasdon. Parents must accompany children, rain date 11/11, meet in the formal garden, please wear walking shoes and dress…

free

Wonderful Leaves

Let’s take a walk and look at the leaves. What leaves have fallen and what leaves remain on the trees. We will observe the change of the seasons and identify some of the trees growing at Lasdon. Parents must accompany children, rain date 11/11, meet in the formal garden, please wear walking shoes and dress…

free

COQUÍ CLUB: Día de los Muertos, Remembering Our Loved Ones (Session 1)

El Museo del Barrio 1230 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Hola! El Museo is excited to host Coquí Club, our bilingual program for our tiniest visitors at El Museo del Barrio for an IN-PERSON experience at the museum! Coquí Club is an interactive program facilitated by our museum educators and includes storytelling, discussion, and an art-making project. Be sure to bring your Coqui crowns and…

free