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…

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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…

Come and celebrate a day in the sun with quality food trucks and fabulous music.🎉 Come and celebrate a day in the sun with quality food trucks and fabulous music.JOIN US FOR A DELIGHTFUL DAY AT CLIFTON MUNICIPAL COMPLEX IN CLIFTON, NJ ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd. 🌟 Sponsored by Sponsor is Clifton Veterans Committee.🤗 Admission…

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…

Tend gardens and community in queer-affirming joyful space

Soul Line Dancing - a fun, physical, and social activity with J-Boogie from Step 4 Step Soul Line Dancers.

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…

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…

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

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.

Crafting Storied Recipes with Community Supported Agriculture

Sunset Yoga at Rockwood

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].

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.

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…

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.

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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.

Branch Brook Park Alliance is proud to partner with Newark Public Library to offer free story time in Essex County Branch Brook Park.

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…

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…

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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!

Join us on Thursday evenings in September for an upbeat and energizing dance aerobics class led by Genesis Perdomo Santos with the backdrop of golden hour on the East River! Genesis will lead an interval-style dance fitness class that has effective aerobic and strength training with a combo of fast and slow tunes to tone…

Take a tour of our Compost Center with the Park’s compost experts and learn how you can support local sustainability!

King Manor's annual cocktail party fundraiser. Raise a glass to support the museum and celebrate Constitution Day!Raise a glass to the 236th anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution and support accessible educational programs that foster critical thinking and civic engagement in Queens and beyond.This year's honorees: Mr. Kevin Livingston, Founder of 100 Suits,…

Test your knowledge at Science Trivia Nights, hosted in the Pier 57 Discovery Tank!

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…

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…

Explore the natural world around us!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 otherwise noted (Register just the kids)Tiny Tots, Ages 3-5 (Register…

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Farmer’s Market Every Friday July through October

Wildflower WalkJoin botanist, Patty Butter, for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of late summer wildflowers. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase our knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Bring a camera or cell phone to take pictures and add the iNaturalist app…

Torne Valley Vineyards welcomes WIGJAM for its debut performance – Friday, Sept. 8, 2023 at 7PM. Enjoy dinner, wine and great music in the beautiful Hudson Valley. First come, first served. Show time is 7PM/ doors are 6PM. Tickets at the door are $15.00.  Visit www.tornevalleyvineyards.com for more information.

Live Music at The Gazebo 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Elmwood Playhouse presents Dracula – Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 2023. Experience the terrifyingly seductive power of evil in this supernatural tale of the infamous Count Dracula. The quintessential stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel, this Dracula is chilling, suspenseful, and satisfyingly scary.  Written by Hamilton Dean & John L. Balderston. Directed by Michael…

Join us for a walk around the park after dark!Have you ever wanted to explore the park after dark? Now is your chance! Join us for a night-themed walk, with the ambiance of lanterns! With any luck, we might be able to observe some of the park’s nocturnal animal residents!$4 cash per person upon arrival.…

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.

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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…

History of Rockwood HallJoin Rockwood docent, David Teich, on an adventure into the past as we explore the remains of Rockwood Hall and its rich history dating back to prehistoric times. Former estate of William A. Rockefeller Jr., this site boasts scenic views overlooking the Hudson, lush forests, and remnants of 19th century luxuries. Leashed…

Hola! El Museo is excited to host Coquí Club, our bilingual program for our tiniest visitors to 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…

🎈🌞 Wave Goodbye to Summer with a Bounce and Kona Ice at Bierman Autism Centers in Princeton! 🎈🌞 As the summer sun sets and autumn winds begin to swirl, there's one last hurrah calling out for every boy and girl! ☀️🍁 • 📅 Mark Your Calendars: Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 am - 12 pm…

Enjoy the annual celebration of all the creatures that migrate through and pass by Battery Park City. The morning will feature a host of activities presented by several guest environmental organizations working to make our city more sustainable to migrators. Featuring : Duro UAS Island Bee Project American Littoral Society SCAPE landscape architects BPCA Zero…

Join Downtown Metuchen businesses for an all-day sidewalk sale all throughout Downtown Metuchen! Displays, product features, sales and morSummer Sidewalk SaleJoin us for the Summer Sidewalk Sale happening throughout Downtown Metuchen. Get ready to snag some amazing deals and discover unique treasures from local businesses. This all day event will be held at throughout the…

Hands-on activities to engage the senses and explore environmental science during this early childhood education program!

Hola! El Museo is excited to host Coquí Club, our bilingual program for our tiniest visitors to 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…

Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance and Boogie Down Books for the 2nd Annual Children’s Book Festival celebrating the back-to-school season and our young readers in our lush park setting! We’ll have interactive readings, Drag Story Hour, school supply giveaways, educational activities with NYPL and the Queens Library, sweet treats, music, and more outdoor fun!…

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,…

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…

Batá Drummers will dedicate an Oro for Égun ceremony at the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Ground in Van Cortlandt Park.Master Batá Drummer Anthony Carrillo, Awo Juan Usera, and Awo Xavier Rivera will play thesacred Batá drums and dedicate an Oro for Égun ceremony to the ancestors who are buried in the Enslaved African &…

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…

Come join us for Special Art Event in the library's meeting roomSpecial Saturday Art Event! 🎨🖌️For all ages!In collaboration with the Denville Arts Council, the Denville Library is hosting an afternoon of painting, drawing and creating art! Art work will be hung on September 17th at the Art Fair in Hogan’s Park.Please sign up for…

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].

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].

Join us for a unique and enchanting evening. Adults will enjoy sipping on a glass of wine and nibble on light snacks under a blanket of twinkling lights. You will be transported to a magical world courtesy of the talents of Ms. Edgecomb and Chamberlain. From the dramatic to the sublime to the wildly humorous,…