Environmental Science Merit Badge!
The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood
Week of Events
Early Bird Special at Westfair Swim Camp
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Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Explore the Cosmos at Hudson River Museum
Take a trip through space in the Hudson River Museum’s Planetarium exploring everything from the mysteries of the moon and the search for life beyond Earth, to the stories that shape our stars.
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Explore the Cosmos at Hudson River Museum
Take a trip through space in the Hudson River Museum’s Planetarium exploring everything from the mysteries of the moon and the search for life beyond Earth, to the stories that shape our stars.
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Explore the Cosmos at Hudson River Museum
Take a trip through space in the Hudson River Museum’s Planetarium exploring everything from the mysteries of the moon and the search for life beyond Earth, to the stories that shape our stars.
Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour
This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…
Sunday, January 26, 2025
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January 26, 2025 -Winter Wolves @ Wolf Conservation Center
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January 26, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 26, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 26, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 26, 2025A World of Discovery Virtual Open House
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January 26, 2025 -Environmental Science Merit Badge!
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January 26, 2025 -SpookyFest
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January 26, 2025 -Spooky Fest
Winter Wolves @ Wolf Conservation Center
Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
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
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting marshmallows or playing board games, a special winter mini-golf course, and a fantastic selection of unique gifts from nearly two dozen local vendors. Each day…
A World of Discovery Virtual Open House
Virtual Sunday, January 26 @ 12PM Join a Zoom call with one of our Directors and get a feel of what our camp has to offer. We will show some fun videos that should answer any questions you may have about World of Discovery
Environmental Science Merit Badge!
Earn your Eagle required Scouts BSA Environmental Science Merit Badge!Taught by our certified merit badge counselors who have completed Youth Protection Training.Scouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster with all requirements listedScouts must wear their uniform.There are 3 Pre-requisites that should be done prior to the in-person class, which and we…
SpookyFest
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…
Spooky Fest
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…
Monday, January 27, 2025
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January 27, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 27, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 27, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 27, 2025 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
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
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting marshmallows or playing board games, a special winter mini-golf course, and a fantastic selection of unique gifts from nearly two dozen local vendors. Each day…
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
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January 28, 2025 -Soil Stories
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January 28, 2025 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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January 28, 2025 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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January 28, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 28, 2025 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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January 28, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 28, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 28, 2025 -Yoga in the Gallery
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
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…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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/ Music and Movement
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…
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting…
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
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January 29, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 29, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 29, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 29, 2025 -Museum Minis
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January 29, 2025 -Museum Minis
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January 29, 2025 -Tree Tapping & Foraged Tea!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
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…
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting…
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.
Tree Tapping & Foraged Tea!
Help us tap our trees for maple sugaring season, and make some foraged winter tea.Let’s kick off Maple Sugaring season with this fun behind the scenes program! Come help our…
Thursday, January 30, 2025
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January 30, 2025 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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January 30, 2025 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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January 30, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 30, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 30, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 30, 2025 -Connect2Care Free Lunch & Learns
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January 30, 2025 -Dancing with the Stars @ Westchester County Center
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…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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/ Music and Movement
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…
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting…
Connect2Care Free Lunch & Learns
Make 2025 your healthiest year yet, right in the heart of Brooklyn’s Backyard! Join a free Connect2Care lunch and learn.
Dancing with the Stars @ Westchester County Center
See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring your favorite Dancing with the Stars pros, PLUS special guest stars! With dazzling routines in every style, jaw-dropping talent, and non-stop entertainment, it’s sure to be an unforgettable night full of all the magic of the TV show and more!
Friday, January 31, 2025
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January 31, 2025 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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January 31, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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January 31, 2025 -Music & Movement
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January 31, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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January 31, 2025 -Museum Minis
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January 31, 2025 -SpookyFest
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January 31, 2025 -Spooky Fest
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…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
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…
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting…
SpookyFest
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.…
Spooky Fest
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…
Saturday, February 1, 2025
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February 1, 2025 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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February 1, 2025 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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February 1, 2025 -Music & Movement
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February 1, 2025 -Winter Village and Holiday Market
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Featured February 1, 2025 -Featured Squire Camps Open House
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February 1, 2025 -SpookyFest
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February 1, 2025 -Spooky Fest
Story Time/ Music and Movement
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…
Winter Village and Holiday Market
Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting marshmallows or playing board games, a special winter mini-golf course, and a fantastic selection of unique gifts from nearly two dozen local vendors. Each day…
Squire Camps Open House
Squire Camps located in Hartsdale, New York, is perfect for the camper who is both academically and athletically driven, seeking new experiences within a well-structured and adult supervised environment. Open…
SpookyFest
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.…
Spooky Fest
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…