Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room
The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New YorkWalk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten IslandHorseshoe Crab Round Up – Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings ParkSunday Funday: Recycled Planters and Paper Pot Making Event for Eco-Friendly Gardening
Science Barge 99 Dock Street, YonkersWeek of Events
Civil War Soldier Experience
This program has been cancelled due to weather concerns and rescheduled for August 26 & 27. Existing ticket holders may request a date change or refund. Battery “B” First Rhode Island Light Artillery is returns to Lasdon Park to run the Civil War Soldier Experience. Each 2 hour session will consist of a number of…
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival
Get ready to touch the sky as the 32nd annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival features three days of family fun and excitement! There will be tethered hot-air balloon rides, full hot-air balloon rides and helicopter rides, along with fireworks every night. Plus, as a new attraction this year, there will be amusement park rides…
Library Closed Today
Our buildings may be closed, but you can still place holds, download eBooks and eAudio, instantly access movies, music and TV, visit our digital newsstand, and more. Go to eLibrary under the Access Your Library tab to get started.
Sunday Farmers Market
Sunday Farmers Market
Enjoy Westfield Garden State Plaza's Sunday Farmers Market every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, family, friends and relax! Location: Parking lot across from Macy's and next to Chili's Date: Every Sunday from May 14th through October 28th Time: 9am - 2pm Free admission & pet-friendly! Thank you to our…
Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall
Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall
Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall, Aug 27 9am - 12pmPlease come and help clear us invasive vines that are smothering the trees and the views along the Hudson River on Rockwood Hall’s Lower Trail! Vine Cleanup at Rockwood Hall, Aug 27 9am - 12pmTools such as loppers, clippers, spades, and gloves will be provided. Please…
Urban Farm Volunteers
Urban Farm Volunteers
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…
Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room
Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room
a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.
Liberty Hall Museum Tour
Amoeba Hop!
Amoeba Hop!
Amoeba Hop!Beat the heat and hop into a puddle with Author/Illustrator Betsy Franco-Feeney as she reads from her six-foot wide giant book! Based on the song by Christine Lavin, Amoeba Hop tells the tale of the lonely paramecium who finds a partner through binary fission. View a live sample from the Preserve’s Swan Lake under…
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…
Cranford Street Fair & Craft Show
Cranford Street Fair & Craft Show
http://StreetFairs.org Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Live Music & more. FREE ADMISSION for Spectators. Avg Event Attendance: 20,000The absolute Best way to sell your goods and services.StreetFairs.org is New Jersey's Largest Street Fair organizer with 24 events throughout the state. We are widely known to vendors as having run the most organized and successful events around.…
A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor
A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor
This fun & energetic 45-minute tour of Ringwood Manor focuses on the children of the Hewitt family, the activities, games, & pranks they played at the Manor, and what a child’s life would be like during the late 19th century. Scavenger hunts are provided on the tour and afterwards, kids are encouraged to try our…
Horseshoe Crab Round Up – Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
Horseshoe Crab Round Up – Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
Join us for a hike to look for horseshoe crabs!Let’s investigate these living fossils that come to our shores in the spring! We will have a short lesson, followed by a walk down to the marsh to observe these creatures during their high tide spawning periods. Wear shoes that can get wet.$4 per cash person…
Sunday Funday: Recycled Planters and Paper Pot Making Event for Eco-Friendly Gardening
Sunday Funday: Recycled Planters and Paper Pot Making Event for Eco-Friendly Gardening
Join us for a delightful Sunday Funday event filled with creativity and sustainability! Engage in the art of crafting recycled planters and paper pots, where you’ll learn to transform everyday materials into charming homes for your plants while reducing waste and embracing eco-friendly gardening practices. Get your hands dirty, unleash your imagination, and make a…
FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. CMJ Jazz Band
FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. CMJ Jazz Band
FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series CMJ Jazz Band August 27th, 2023 7:00 – 9:00pmShop, Dine, Discover, and Explore Downtown Freehold while listening to local musicians! Every Sunday located at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo on East Main Street. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music!
Lapsit @ Dorothy Henry
Lapsit @ Dorothy Henry
This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 18 months old and their parents/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early literacy tips and things to try at home. This is…
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage
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! Drop in. No registration required.
Book Buddies @ Dennis
Book Buddies @ Dennis
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with a teen volunteer 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 Program…
Book Club Buddies @ Main Library
Book Club Buddies @ Main Library
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 an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will…
PLAY AND STORY TIME AT THE PARK HOUSE
PLAY AND STORY TIME AT THE PARK HOUSE
Calling all toddlers! Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development, and playing together is a great way to build a community of young children and caregivers. Plus: stick around for story time! Adults participate throughout the program.
Homeschool Book Club Part 2 @ Dorothy Henry
Homeschool Book Club Part 2 @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at 11:00 on Mondays for part two of our Homeschool Book Club featuring Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! This hour-long program will focus on language arts. The schedule will follow the three Rs: reviewing, reading and reflecting. Participants will learn elements of literary theory like plot development and narration. The program…
Book Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Book Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Savannah or a Teen Volunteer 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…
Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library
Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library
Enjoy a mental challenge and play nicely with your peers! Join our core group of gamesters to play cards and chat. Board games also available. Just bring your competitive nature and sense of fun! The group meets every Monday the library is open, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time…
LEGO Club @ Dennis
LEGO Club @ Dennis
Builders ages 5 and up are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with other builders, to build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you…
Fall Homeschool Book Club
Fall Homeschool Book Club
Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for the fall session of our Homeschool Book Club featuring Lloyd Alexander’s Time Cat! Each week we will revisit what we did the week before, read a chapter together, then discuss the plot development and literary devices of the story. Participants will talk about things like narration, plot…
Book Buddies @ Sussex-Wantage
Book Buddies @ Sussex-Wantage
One-on-one and small group summer reading support for children ages 2-17 at all reading levels and abilities. Each participant will be paired up with a teen or adult to read age-appropriate material they select. You can read to someone or be read to–it’s your choice! You sign up for a specific timeslot, and a small…
STEM Storytime at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
STEM Storytime at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
Join us at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge for a fun and educational storytime! Miss Kim from the Main Library, in collaboration with Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge volunteer Donna Provost, will lead a discussion about forest animals and read a story. Donna will then take us on a nature walk around the pond…
Book Buddies @ Franklin
Book Buddies @ Franklin
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer 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. Register…
Origami Club @ Sussex-Wantage
Origami Club @ Sussex-Wantage
Origami enthusiasts of all ages and skill level are invited to join Carlo for an early evening of folding fun. Instruction and paper provided. No registration required.
Soul Line Dancing at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Soul Line Dancing at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Soul Line Dancing - a fun, physical, and social activity with J-Boogie from Step 4 Step Soul Line Dancers.
Soil Stories
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Book Buddies @ Franklin
Book Buddies @ Franklin
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer 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…
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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…
YOUNG SPROUTS GARDENING
YOUNG SPROUTS GARDENING
A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds and then head into the Children’s Garden to water, dig, and admire the plants and flowers all around us! Together, we will observe the changing…
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Storytime At The Sussex County Sunflower Maze
Storytime At The Sussex County Sunflower Maze
Meet Miss Alana at the Sussex County Sunflower Maze for fun in the flowers! Listen to a sunflower story and make a craft, and then enjoy some time wandering around the maze with your family. Please be sure to wear sunblock and bug spray. As it is a working farm, the ground is not level…
Summer Adventures: Adventures in Nature
Summer Adventures: Adventures in Nature
Join us every Tuesday for a new adventure!Experience the wonders of nature at the Arboretum at Liberty Hall! Explore five different habitats at Liberty Hall and learn to identify some of the plants and animals that call those habitats home. Hike the trails surrounding Liberty Hall, and get up close and personal with some of…
Cookbook Club
Cookbook Club
Share the food stories close to your heart and home while pouring over cookbooks in community
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library
Mah Jongg is complex, compelling and fun! Do you know how to play? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to the Community Room at Main Library to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always…
Homeschool STEAM Club @ Dorothy Henry
Homeschool STEAM Club @ Dorothy Henry
Program Description: Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday afternoons for an hour of fun and educational STEAM activities! This program is specially designed for our homeschooled patrons looking to add some extra activities to their programs. Each week will be a new topic, ranging from chemistry to music to biology to…
Book Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Book Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Savannah or a Teen Volunteer 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…
Summer Adventures Drop Off: Adventures in Nature
Summer Adventures Drop Off: Adventures in Nature
Join us every Tuesday for a new adventure!Experience the wonders of nature at the Arboretum at Liberty Hall! Explore five different habitats at Liberty Hall and learn to identify some of the plants and animals that call those habitats home. Hike the trails surrounding Liberty Hall, get up-close and personal with some of the oldest…
Book Buddies @ Main Library
Book Buddies @ Main Library
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Miss Kim 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 Program runs…
DROP-IN CHESS
DROP-IN CHESS
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up (adults welcome). No program on 7/4.
Community Supported Kitchen’n
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Sunset Hikes
Sunset Hikes
Come enjoy the beautiful sunset over Flat Rock Brook! Join our trail guides for a leisurely hike through the forest. Every Tuesday April through October. Meet at the Gazebo across from the Nature Center.
Bedtime Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Bedtime Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday evenings for an evening storytime! Bring your best teddy and comfiest jammies, if you feel like it or just come as you are, and join us for a relaxing storytime for the whole family to wind down on Tuesday evenings. Program Date and Time: Tuesdays…
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Pre-registration required with one ticket per child and caregiver.
Team RIVER Volunteers
Team RIVER Volunteers
Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a month taking care of and restoring our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens and meadows on…
Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Main Library
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Main Library
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. This is a drop-in program. Registration is not required. Program Date and Time: Wednesdays in June through August Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 Wednesday, June 14th, 2023…
Liberty Hall Museum Tour
Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Olaf…in Summer!
Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Olaf…in Summer!
Join Us Wednesday Mornings For Some Fun Summer Activities Perfect For Your Toddler!Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Olaf...in Summer!We all know Olaf loves warm hugs and that his favorite season is Summer!But let's help keep him "frozen" in the summer heat by enjoying some "icy" activities! First, the Tiny Tots will help "rescue" items that…
Wednesday 11 am Guided House Tour and Boxed Lunch
Wednesday 11 am Guided Garden Tour and Boxed Lunch
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…
Virtual Book Club Buddies
Virtual Book Club Buddies
Summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17! Join Miss Derenda or a teen volunteer virtually for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Recommended for children ages 5-12. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the…
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…
Museum Minis
Museum Minis
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.
Franklin A’fiction’ado Book Club
Franklin A’fiction’ado Book Club
What’s an afictionado book club? It’s a low-stress book club that invites you to join the conversation whether you’ve read a page, a chapter, or the whole book. We’ll meet once every other month, giving you plenty of time to read some or all of the current selection. For today’s meeting we’ll discuss The Great…
Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Join Ms. Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book together each week (books provided). Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure…
Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library
Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library
The Needlers are open to anyone with a love of handiwork—knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and counted cross stitchers are all welcome! Share patterns, learn new stitches and make new friends. New members always welcome. No registration required.
Book Club Buddies @ Dennis
Book Club Buddies @ Dennis
Join Miss Alana at the Dennis Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure chest.…
LEGO Club for Littles @ Dennis
LEGO Club for Littles @ Dennis
Sometimes the younger kids want the chance to become LEGO Master Builders too! Ages 4 to 8 with a passion for building with normal sized (not Duplo) LEGOs can join Miss Alana on August 2nd, 16th, and 30th from 2pm to 3pm to make all sorts of creations. They are invited to let their imaginations…
Fiber Arts Craft Time @ Dorothy Henry
Fiber Arts Craft Time @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah on select Wednesday afternoons to explore the world of fiber arts! Crafters can bring their ongoing projects or start new ones. Craft options include weaving, sewing, needle felting, wet felting, embroidery and cross stitch. The nature of this craft time is such that it is not suitable for children younger than 10.…
Storytime and Craft with Literacy, Inc.
Storytime and Craft with Literacy, Inc.
Embark on a magical journey through the pages of enchanting tales at our captivating storytime event led by Literacy, Inc., where imaginations take flight and dreams come alive. After the story, unleash your creativity and bring the story to life with a hands-on craft activity. Included with admission. Sponsored by
WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP
WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP
Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for…
Boogie Woogie Wednesday: African-American and African Dance
Boogie Woogie Wednesday: African-American and African Dance
The ASASE YAA Cultural Foundation will delight the crowd with a performance of African Diasporic dance and demonstrate steps so visitors can join in! Boogie Woogie Wednesdays are weekly free outdoor interactive musical events held July through August each summer. Boogie Woogie Wednesdays are sponsored by
Diamond Art Sunflowers for Adults @ Sussex-Wantage
Diamond Art Sunflowers for Adults @ Sussex-Wantage
Join Connie to learn the exacting yet simple art of diamond painting (like paint-by-numbers with gems!) and make your own sparkly, sunflower art to take home. This craft is for adults. All materials supplied. Registration begins August 16. Special thanks to the Friends of the Sussex-Wantage Library for sponsoring this event.
Recipes and Rituals for Community Care
Read to a Dog @ Sussex-Wantage
Read to a Dog @ Sussex-Wantage
Children ages 3-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to Harley, a wonderful, certified therapy dog. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley is a great listener, and never interrupts. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for…
Summer Concert Series: Sandy Stones Trio & Taxi
Summer Concert Series: Sandy Stones Trio & Taxi
Join us at McGowan Park at 6PM! Sandy Stones Trio kicks off the show, followed by Taxi at 7:30PM!Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we eagerly anticipate the return of the Sandy Stones Trio and Taxi to Ridgefield Park for our August 30th Summer Concert at McGowan Park!Kicking off the night at 6:00PM, the…
Uncork History: Niemcewicz, A Different Side of the Count
Uncork History: Niemcewicz, A Different Side of the Count
The Museum and Gardens at Liberty Hall present Uncork History!Join us for our Uncork History! Niemcewicz: A Different Side of the Count. Count Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, was known as a teacher and father figure to our very own Peter Kean, and husband to Susan Livingston Kean Niemcewicz. However Count Julian was much more than a…
Full Moon Hike: BLUE MOON!
Full Moon Hike: BLUE MOON!
Full Moon Hike: BLUE MOON!Experience the Preserve after dark in this special BLUE MOON hike as we celebrate a second full moon within a single month. We’ll embark on a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight as we listen to the sounds of the nocturnal forest. We walk at a brisk pace; some…
Webinar: Back-to-School Anxiety: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers
Webinar: Back-to-School Anxiety: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers
The start of a new school year can be a stressful time for both children and parents. For children with separation anxiety, this can be especially challenging. In this webinar, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of separation anxiety, as well as effective strategies for coping with it. We will also discuss how to…
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Dorothy Henry
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days this summer 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 Date and Time: Thursdays 8/17,…
Music and Movement! @ Sussex-Wantage
Music and Movement! @ Sussex-Wantage
Join us for a fun morning of music! Children will enjoy a variety of music activities and movement with instruments, finger plays, and silly songs! These activities develop motor skills, listening skills, and language skills while having fun interaction with others! Program Date and Time: 08/10/23 08/31/23 Program Start & End Time: 10:00-10:45
Liberty Hall Museum Tour
William Livingston Day Tours!
William Livingston Day Tours!
Come learn all about William Livingston!The Museum at Liberty Hall invites you to celebrate the 246th anniversary of William Livingston becoming New Jersey's first elected Governor! Travel back in time and tour Liberty Hall, colonial style, as it was for Governor Livingston and his family! Afterward, enjoy a walk around our beautiful gardens. You will…
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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…
Moon Myths-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Moon Myths-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…
PRESCHOOL ART
PRESCHOOL ART
Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Age appropriate projects presented by an art teacher. Materials provided. Dress for a mess!
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats
Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage
Mah Jongg is complex, compelling and fun! Do you know how to play? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to the Community Room at Sussex-Wantage to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome.…
Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry
Join Ms. Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book together each week (books provided). Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure…
Virtual Book Buddies through Louise Childs
Virtual Book Buddies through Louise Childs
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Miss Derenda or a teen volunteer 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 which…
Book Club Buddies @ Franklin
Book Club Buddies @ Franklin
Join Ms. Cara at the Franklin Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure chest.…
Art in the Garden
Art in the Garden
Cultivate creativity, curiosity, & settle into the restorative power of artmaking in the greenhouse and garden.
Thursdays @ the Amp – Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends
Thursdays @ the Amp – Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends
Our free summer music series continues with Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends. Pack up your blankets or chairs and come to the Sussex-Wantage amphitheater for this free, family event. If it rains the program will be moved indoors with seating on a first come/first served basis. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Picnickers welcome, but no alcohol.…
Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Join senior teachers from the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan for an introductory class on Randall’s Island! This will include a short demo followed by a class teaching some of the basic movements found in the Tai Chi form. This class will be easy to follow, enjoyable, and both energizing and relaxing! Tai…
Art and AgriCulture
Healthy on the Hudson x lululemon: HIIT
Healthy on the Hudson x lululemon: HIIT
Hudson River Park and lululemon have teamed up to bring you a dynamic lineup of free HIIT classes offered every week at HRPK's Pier 46!
Nature Poetry
Nature Poetry
Explore your creative side during these workshops that delve into the intersection of wildlife, nature and the written word.
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
The Free Robison Summer Concert Series returns to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The lineup includes: July 13, Tramps Like Us, a Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band July 27, Rikki Nicks - A Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac Aug. 17, Zac n’ Fried - A Zach Brown Tribute Band Aug. 31, The Dave Matthews…
Liberty Hall Museum Tour
Friday Storytime at the Museum
Friday Storytime at the Museum
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…
Farmer’s Market
Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
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…
Funky Friday at The Gazebo
Plein Air Painting
Plein Air Painting
Plein Air PaintingExperience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, easel, pencil,…
Farm Market
Farm Market
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.
Medicare Annual Enrollment Informational Seminar via Zoom
Medicare Annual Enrollment Informational Seminar via Zoom
If you are currently enrolled in Medicare, or turning 65 within the next two years, this program is for you. Learn about: * how and when to enroll * annual changes * available insurance options Presented by Megan Brady of Senior Insurance Associates. Register below beginning August 19 and virtual meeting details will be emailed…
Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program
Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program
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…
Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
Butterfly & Moth: Tiny Tots Program, $4 per child upon arrival
Butterfly & Moth: Tiny Tots Program, $4 per child upon arrival
Explore the natural world with us!Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts! Tiny Tot programs are for ages 3-5 years old!$4 per child upon arrival, $8 parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required. Please make sure all children have a registered ticket. Space is limited! If you can no longer attend please…
Liberty Hall Museum Tour
Storytime Saturday 9/2 (Ages 3-5): FREE
Storytime Saturday 9/2 (Ages 3-5): FREE
Spend your Saturday morning with us for a story, coloring, and more! Parent supervision is required!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…
Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
Living History: Native American Reenactor
Living History: Native American Reenactor
Join us on Saturday, September 2, for a hands-on presentation about Algonkian life in the Northeast during the 18th Century with Drew Shuptar-Rayvis (Pekatawas MakataweU “Black Corn”). Drew will take us on a journey exploring changes in Algonkian life during the early-1700s, including daily living, customs of war, adoption/captivity, alliances, and friendships and marriages between…
Sensory Science
Sensory Science
Hands-on activities to engage the senses and explore environmental science during this early childhood education program!
Boogie Down Storytime
Boogie Down Storytime
Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…
Free Community Rowing at Hunts Point Riverside Park
Free Community Rowing at Hunts Point Riverside Park
No reservations are required. All participants must sign a liability release waiver and waivers for children 17 and under must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. All programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Check rockingtheboat.org for cancellations due to inclement weather. Community Rowing allows New Yorkers of all ages to explore the…
A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor
A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor
This fun & energetic 45-minute tour of Ringwood Manor focuses on the children of the Hewitt family, the activities, games, & pranks they played at the Manor, and what a child’s life would be like during the late 19th century. Scavenger hunts are provided on the tour and afterwards, kids are encouraged to try our…
Hands-on History: Back to School Book Giveaway
Hands-on History: Back to School Book Giveaway
Join us for another Back to School book giveaway!Join us for another Back to School book giveaway! Not only will you get to pick up some great free books, but you can make your own creative bookmark and enjoy a beautiful day on our porch. We will also have school supplies such as pencils, binders,…
Fun on the Farm
Fun on the Farm
Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Free Dance Performance
Free Dance Performance
Free Dance Performance This performance promises to be an unforgettable experience for all dance enthusiasts out there or if you are new to dance help you develop an appreciation of dance. Kids! Take part in a pre-performance Dance Workshop. Experience an exciting performance featuring original dances created and performed by an ensemble of Ballet Long…
Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].