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Friday Storytime at the Museum
2026-05-29 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!

Friday Woodland Restoration Session
2026-05-29 10:00 - 12:00 | NY
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult)
Join Our Horticulture Team!
Volunteers will reestablish existing trails, plant native trees, identify and remove invasives, as well as other tasks. No experience is necessary.
Ground Force Sessions:

Fridays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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.

Story Time/ Music and Movement
2026-05-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-31 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-03 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
2026-05-29 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-05-30 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-05-31 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-06-01 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-06-02 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-06-03 11:00 - 11:15 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

ART in the Garden 2026
2026-05-29 19:00 - 23:00 | NY
On Friday, May 29th, you are invited to experience ART in the Garden—our most anticipated fundraiser of the year and the inaugural celebration of the newly completed Path for All.
Stroll through transformed garden spaces as you savor exceptional cuisine, sip handcrafted cocktails from our full open bar, and enjoy live music. Bid on exclusive luxury auction items while discovering the beauty and accessibility of our expanded grounds.
ART in the Garden also marks the launch of our season of visual and performing arts. This year’s featured artist, Pascale Bouchard creates bold abstract and floral-inspired works in encaustic; an ancient medium utilizing pigmented beeswax.
This is more than an elegant evening—it’s a celebration of community, art, and the natural splendor that makes Reeves-Reed Arboretum truly extraordinary.
This year’s honoree is Karen Olson, founder and president emeritus of Family Promise, a national nonprofit founded in Summit dedicated to addressing family homelessness. Her commitment to community is inspiring for all.
Please click here to purchase tickets and sponsorships.
Thank you to our corporate sponsors for supporting ART in the Garden:Bartlett Tree Experts • Bassett Associates • Charles River Associates • Compass Realty (Emily Lafrinere & Tamar Vacca) • Country Club Services • First Bank • Peerless Beverage Company • Rosen Kelly Conway Architecture & Design
In-Kind:Creative Digital Solutions • David Ellis Events • Prestige Party Rental

Spring is for the Birds – Part 2
2026-05-30 08:00 - 09:30 | NY
(adults and teens 13 yrs+)
Migration season is in full swing, and colorful migrants are flitting through the Arboretum’s forest and gardens, singing to attract mates. Many of them are small and speedy, so it helps to go out with a seasoned guide like ours who can teach you the tricks to identifying birds by sight and sound, as well as fun facts about their lives. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to expert. Please bring binoculars.
The cost is per person. Registration is required, so be sure to register early as space is limited.
Member Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35

Weekly Ground Force Session
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | 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

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturdays

March – 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

April & May – 10:00 AM – 12:00 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.

Free Saturday Tours
2026-05-30 10:30 - 13:30 | NY
(all ages)

Enjoy a Free Guided Tour of the Arboretum

Free guided tours of the Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, from April 18 through October 17. Tours begin at the Visitors Center. No reservations are required and tours are on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals who would like to learn more about the current season’s highlights. Limit of 7 people per tour. Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No groups. Tours last approximately 30-45 minutes.

Saturday Garden Tours may be suspended on days with excessive heat. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
2026-05-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Sugar Hill Museum, 898 St. Nicholas Avenue @ 155th Street, New York, NY, 10032, United States

Museum Minis
2026-05-30 11:30 - 17:00, 2026-06-01 11:30 - 17:00, 2026-06-03 11:30 - 17:00 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Storytime at Barnes & Noble
2026-06-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Barnes & Noble, 112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ, 07039, United States
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

Kids Art Classes at the Museum
2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway!
Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some art with you!

Soil Stories
2026-06-02 10:00 - 13:00 | The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, 10031, United States
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
2026-06-02 11:00 - 12:00 | The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, 10031, United States
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Cream Tea
2026-06-03 | NY
11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm
You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Cream 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 sweet treat.
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 or 12:00 pm.
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: $40 | Non-Member Price: $50
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, m.wirtz@reeves-reedarboretum.org.
Tea Room Host, Richard, richard@secrettearoom.us

Museum Minis
2026-06-03 11:35 - 12:05 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
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 – 30 months
Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
