Art in the Garden: Garden-Gathered Light – Gratitude Candle Vessels
The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York
Central Park Dance Presents The Nutcracker
The Capitol Theatre 149 Westchester Avenue, Port Chester
Central Park Dance Presents The Nutcracker
The Capitol Theatre 149 Westchester Avenue, Port ChesterWeek of Events
Art in the Garden: Garden-Gathered Light – Gratitude Candle Vessels
Use herbs, seeds, and dried garden treasures to make a gratitude-filled table piece.What has rooted in you this year? What are you still calling in?As the growing season settles into quiet, we’ll gather in the greenhouse to honor all the plants that bloomed, seeded, and those that continue to offer their textures, colors, and stories,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Afternoon Tea – SOLD OUT
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Afternoon 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…
Cream Tea – SOLD OUT
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…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Gazillion Bubble Show
More Than a Show — It’s a Global Phenomenon It’s part science, part spectacle, and all sensational. Gazillion Bubble Show is the most unbubblievable show in the world! Bubble lovers of all ages are delighted with an incredibubble experience, awashed with a bubble tide, and perhaps even find themselves INSIDE a bubble. Mind-blowing bubble magic,…
Holiday Family Afternoon Tea – SOLD OUT
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm The Secret Tea Room invites your family to enjoy a special Holiday Afternoon Tea in the historic Wisner House. Adults and children alike will enjoy brewed-to-perfection teas along with freshly baked scones, jam, homemade clotted cream, scrumptious baguette tea sandwiches, and a 3-tiered dessert tray. A complimentary glass…
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
Central Park Dance Presents The Nutcracker
Central Park Dance of Hartsdale, NY will return to The Capitol Theatre with their annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker on Sunday, December 7th at 5pm and Sunday, December 14th at 12:30pm & 5pm. With more than 100 students from the school, professional dancers and young dancers from the surrounding communities, audiences will have three…
Intrepid Museum’s Astro Live
Embark on a journey to Titan with NASA’s Dragonfly, a nuclear-powered octocopter set to explore Saturn’s largest moon in search of life!Join us live on Facebook, YouTube, or X.The Intrepid Museum will present a Virtual Astro Live program on December 14 at 3pm ET.Embark on an extraordinary journey to Titan, Saturn’s largest moon! With thick…
Central Park Dance Presents The Nutcracker
Central Park Dance of Hartsdale, NY will return to The Capitol Theatre with their annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker on Sunday, December 7th at 5pm and Sunday, December 14th at 12:30pm & 5pm. With more than 100 students from the school, professional dancers and young dancers from the surrounding communities, audiences will have three…
Mr. Dickens Tells a Christmas Carol
Experience the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, presented from the original script and inspired by Charles Dickens’ 1867 performance tour. Performances unfold in the beautifully decorated second-floor art gallery at Lyndhurst, surrounded by the estate’s enchanting Gilded Age holiday splendor. Event takes place Dec. 14 – 26.
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Birdwatch with experts from Saw Mill River Audubon Society and contribute to global bird count data!
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
Oaks and Acorns – Hands-on Hanukkah!
(ages 3-5) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world are a great start in this engaging class. Join us for a special edition of Oaks and Acorns: Hands-on Hanukkah, where we’ll get crafty, share special Hanukkah stories, and explore the Arboretum together. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to…
NYC & Westchester Holiday Lights Helicopter Tour
Soar through the season. Departing from Westchester County Airport, participants will fly over New York City and Westchester, creating unforgettable memories with friends and family. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity showcases the breathtaking views of the iconic Manhattan skyline and familiar landmarks beautifully adorned in holiday lights. Tours take place Dec. 1 – 31 (closed Dec. 25).
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 class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Owl Prowl
(ages 6 and up) Discover the secret life of one of nature’s most fascinating nighttime hunters—the owl! Learn about the amazing adaptations that make owls such skilled predators and find out why winter is the perfect time to spot them. Then, get hands-on by dissecting an owl pellet to uncover what these birds eat, 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 class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
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.
Holiday Reset and Restore – SOLD OUT
(for adults) Decompress and connect with your inner wisdom in this yoga, Reiki, and sound healing session. Led by a Healing Arts Gallery instructor, this is the perfect opportunity to relieve holiday stress during the busy month of December. We’ll also enjoy some warm calming tea and biscuits at the end of the session. Meet…
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 class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Weekly Ground Force Session
(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,…
Arboretum After Hours
(adults only – 21 yrs and up) ’Tis the season to unwind and celebrate! This December, Arboretum After Hours offers a warm and festive escape from the holiday rush. Sip seasonal craft cocktails, savor light bites, and bask in the historic charm of Wisner House, beautifully decked in botanical beauty. Reeves-Reed Arboretum is the ultimate holiday…
Sensory Stroll: Awaken Your Senses
Sensory Stroll: Awaken Your Senses!Awaken your senses as you slow down and tune in to nature in this embodied experience with Linda Parker. You’ll be amazed at what you notice when you focus on one sense at a time. Meet in the Visitor Center courtyard. Dress comfortably and bring water to drink. In case of…
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 class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Friday Woodland Restoration Session
(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, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM What to Bring & Wear: Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes Insect repellent,…
Winter Solstice Celebration!
(ages 4 and up with an adult) Celebrate the shortest day of the year with stories and cocoa around the campfire as we reflect on the ancient traditions surrounding the first day of winter. A wonderful opportunity to pause and regroup heading into the hectic holiday weekend. Please dress warmly, as we will be outdoors!…
Lumina
At Lumina, a magical light experience at Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard in North Salem, visitors can stroll through a dazzling trail illuminated by over half a million lights, where festive sights include a music-synchronized Nutcracker display and a whimsical Gingerbread City brought to life by The Sugarplops—tiny, mischievous bakers hard at work behind glowing…
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
Forest Fitness Winter Hike: Adult Program (18+), $4 per person upon arrival
Trail your way to winter wellness!Come take a moment to be present in nature. Activate your mind and body in this guided 2.39 mile hike around the lake while engaging in activities about mindfulness and outdoor fitness. All skill levels welcome.We will meet in the Environmental Education and Resiliency Center in Field 1 of Hempstead…
Free Family Days
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.…
Weekly Ground Force Session
(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,…
Wreath Decorating: Family Program (Ages 6 and up), $4 per person
Crafting memories together one wreath at a time.Celebrate the Winter season by joining us at the Environmental Education & Resiliency Center to decorate wreaths! All supplies are included, just bring your holiday cheer! Limited to ONE wreath per household.Class will be held in the Environmental Education and Resiliency Center in Field 1 of Hempstead Lake…
Gazillion Bubble Show: Sensory Saturday
In partnership with KultureCity®, Sensory Saturday offers a modified version of our award-winning bubble show, ensuring a safe, joyful experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities. All the awe. Just a little softer. All the fun, just a gentler feel. Aug 16th at 4:30 PM Sept 20th at 4:30 PM Oct 18th at 4:30 PM Nov 15th…