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

Reeves-Reed Arboretum is excited to announce its first art exhibition of 2025, Gardens on the Hill. This eclectic show brings together a curated selection of works from artists across the United States, including celebrated talents from New Jersey. Each artist offers a unique lens through which the garden, in all its diversity, is interpreted. This…

'Bathe' in the forest atmosphere using your senses, mindfulness and short guided meditationsFirst one for 2025! The practice of forest bathing means to immerse oneself in the forest and soak in the atmosphere through the senses. Today's walk at an easy pace will focus on connecting to nature through mindfulness, as we explore our senses…

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

See the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense!Guided tour of the Nike Integrated Fire Control (IFC) Area will allow you to see the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense of the New York…

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…

Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

Join Lasdon’s kids only Garden Club. This club will have a monthly meet-up from April – October, with additional opportunities to come help with seasonal garden chores. Each meeting will be about an hour long and will focus on horticultural education and hands in the dirt gardening. Children will work with Lasdon educators to plan…

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

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Wander through a breathtaking display of 50,000+ daffodils in full bloom, creating a sea of golden hues in our cherished Daffodil Bowl.

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM April 5th – Friend to the Earth Happy Earth Month! We celebrate the wonders of the natural world everyday at Van Vleck, but let’s make it extra special with your help during April’s Outdoor Adventures. Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn…

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

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!

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

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…

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

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

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

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.

Join us for Macramé (Youths). From pillows to blankets to handbags, Yamilka Castellanos will instruct students how to create their very own macramé masterworks. By the end of this class, students will have mastered the various knot techniques and sophisticated cord designs that make up the art of macramé. Register today to save your spot.

Forest School: Spring into Spring! (Ages 2-7) Preschool Education Option 1   |   Thursday, March 6, 2025 – April 24, 2025  |  9:00-10:00 AM Option 2   |   Thursday, March 6, 2025 – April 24, 2025  |  11:00 AM -12:00 PM   Cost: $200 per child for the entire 8-week series   ENROLL IN Forest School Spring…

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!

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

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…

Calling all parents + caregivers with children! Join a Prospect Park Alliance Naturalist for a stroll along Prospect Park's waterways.

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

(adults) Welcome Spring into your home with a cheerful, fragrant bouquet! We’ll work with the season’s best blooms, including lilacs, hyacinths, tulips, fritillaries, clematis, blossoming branches, and fresh greens to create a bright and joyful arrangement. In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging them. All experience levels…

Forest School: Spring into Spring! (Ages 2-7) Preschool Education Option 1   |   Thursday, March 6, 2025 – April 24, 2025  |  9:00-10:00 AM Option 2   |   Thursday, March 6, 2025 – April 24, 2025  |  11:00 AM -12:00 PM   Cost: $200 per child for the entire 8-week series   ENROLL IN Forest School Spring…

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Join us for Teen Drawing Class. Experienced artist and educator, Jamie Wandel will guide students through various hands-on exercises and experimentation as they explore the possibilities of value and contrast. In this class, students will complete the course having enhanced their shading skills. Register today to save your spot.

(ages 5-10) All around the world, eggs are an important part of springtime celebrations. We’ll explore these traditions and create our own colorful eggs using natural dyes! The natural world is our inspiration and the source of our materials in this new afterschool offering! Through noticing the beauty, variety, and resourcefulness of nature, we’ll connect…

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…

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

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

(ages 5-10) Do you think that if you plant a potato, you can harvest French fries? Let’s find out! If you enjoy digging in the dirt and discovering how things grow, this interactive, hands-on garden DIY program is for you. You’ll learn how to start plants from seeds and explore the fascinating blooms in our…

Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House.Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House. 🧶 📻Bring your own project, settle into the parlor, and work at your own pace while 1940s music…

Ecotherapy, also called nature therapy, focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing through outdoor activities. Master Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead the guided walk to different areas of Lasdon that will be explored as nature and its benefits are experienced up close. All participants should be prepared to walk, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring…

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

Find the ideal summer day camp for your child at Oasis Day Camp in Dobbs Ferry! Nestled in picturesque Westchester County, NY, our camp offers a diverse range of programs designed to create unforgettable summer memories. Schedule an informational meeting and camp tour below to ensure your camper’s summer is nothing short of extraordinary. Schedule…

Drop in every third Saturday of the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to explore New York City’s oldest house together. Arrive by 1 p.m. for a unique hands-on making activity each month. Seasonal activities inside the historic house and around the gardens include scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration and hands-on activities.…

Come visit us!! As we celebrate our Silver Jubilee!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Find the ideal summer day camp program for your child at Oasis Day Camp at LIU Post! Situated on Long Island, NY, our camp provides a diverse range of programs guaranteeing unforgettable summer memories. Secure a spot for an informative session and camp tour today, ensuring your camper enjoys an extraordinary summer experience! Schedule an…

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…