Counting Clouds: FREE Citizen Science Opportunity (All Ages)
Environmental Education and Resiliency Center 880 Lake Dr, West Hempstead
Week of Events
Urban Garden 101 Harvest Spring Crops
Participants will learn how to harvest Spring crops.They will be able to make a communal salad and take crops home.In step with the growing season, beginner gardeners are invited to gain hands-on learning experiences at the learning garden and greenhouse. In Spring unfurling, we’ll cover fundamental principles and practices of growing plants for specific urban…
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are used to create richly textured works of art. Rooted in themes of transformation, memory, and the symbolic power of the feminine, her work draws deeply…
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…
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are used to create richly textured works of art. Rooted in themes of transformation, memory, and the symbolic power of the feminine, her work draws deeply…
Sunday, May 31, 2026
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May 31, 2026 -Discovery Weekends
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May 31, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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May 31, 2026 -Music & Movement
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May 31, 2026 -Counting Clouds: FREE Citizen Science Opportunity (All Ages)
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May 31, 2026 -Pride in Space! Inclusive Pride Family Day
Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the Spring! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a…
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
Counting Clouds: FREE Citizen Science Opportunity (All Ages)
Daydreaming in the clouds? This fun pastime actually helps power real citizen science!Look up and explore the sky! Participants will learn how to observe, identify, and count clouds, while discovering what they can tell us about the weather. Using the GLOBE Observer app, we will collect real time data and contribute to real NASA science!Please…
Pride in Space! Inclusive Pride Family Day
Join us at the Intrepid Museum to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at our Inclusive Pride Family Day!Sunday, May 31 | 1:00pm-4:00pm ETCelebrate Pride at the Intrepid Museum with a day of hands-on art, storytelling and community. Families of all ages and identities are invited to explore the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community to space science as…
Monday, June 1, 2026
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June 1, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 1, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 1, 2026 -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
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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June 2, 2026 -Soil Stories
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June 2, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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June 2, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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June 2, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 2, 2026 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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June 2, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 2, 2026 -Sunset Yoga at Rockwood Hall
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.…
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…
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.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 3, 2026 -Yoga in the Park (FREE)
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June 3, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 3, 2026 -Museum Minis
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June 3, 2026 -Museum Minis
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June 3, 2026 -Recipes & Rituals for Community Care: Soundbath Meditation & Tea Ceremony
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June 3, 2026 -Peace in Destruction: Art from Rikers Island (Opening Reception)
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
Yoga in the Park (FREE)
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
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 -…
Recipes & Rituals for Community Care: Soundbath Meditation & Tea Ceremony
Join us for an herbal tea ceremony, and sound-bowl meditation.Join us for a moment to slow down for a reflective evening of tea, and sound. Grounding in our herbal tea…
Peace in Destruction: Art from Rikers Island (Opening Reception)
Join us for the opening reception of “Peace in Destruction: Art from Rikers Island,” presented by Groundswell at Weeksville Heritage Center.
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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June 4, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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June 4, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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June 4, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 4, 2026 -Weekly Ground Force Session
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June 4, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 4, 2026 -Tropical Summer Floral Arrangement Workshop
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June 4, 2026 -Writing in Nature
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June 4, 2026 -Free First Thursdays
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June 4, 2026 -Black & Free: Pleasure Histories
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.…
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…
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,…
Tropical Summer Floral Arrangement Workshop
(adults) Let your creativity flow with amazing tropical blooms. Expect to work with birds of paradise, ginger, parrots, orchids, heloconian, and monstera leaves. In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging them. All experience levels are welcome. Classes run approximately 2 hours. Prices include all florals and vases.…
Writing in Nature
Foster your creativity by journaling in a serene natural landscape with writing instructor Nicole Butterfield!
Free First Thursdays
MAM comes to life in this popular after-hours program. Join us for themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, tours, and more.
Black & Free: Pleasure Histories
On June 4th, Black & Free: Pleasure Histories will bring together film, performance, and storytelling to trace the legacies of Black queer and trans life through pleasure, resistance, and self-expression.
Friday, June 5, 2026
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June 4, 2026 -Black & Free: Pleasure Histories
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June 5, 2026 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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June 5, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 5, 2026 -Friday Woodland Restoration Session
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June 5, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 5, 2026 -Museum Minis
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June 5, 2026 -Outdoor AED Community Celebration Event
Black & Free: Pleasure Histories
On June 4th, Black & Free: Pleasure Histories will bring together film, performance, and storytelling to trace the legacies of Black queer and trans life through pleasure, resistance, and self-expression.
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, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM What to Bring & Wear: Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes Insect repellent,…
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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June 6, 2026 -Discovery Weekends
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June 6, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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June 6, 2026 -Weekly Ground Force Session
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June 6, 2026 -Yoga in the Park (FREE)
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June 6, 2026 -Free Saturday Tours
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June 6, 2026 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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June 6, 2026 -Music & Movement
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June 6, 2026 -The 2026 Black Man’s Health Festival at Weeksville
Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the Spring! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a…
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,…
Yoga in the Park (FREE)
Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance
Free Saturday Tours
(all ages) Enjoy a Free Guided Tour of the Arboretum Free guided tours of the Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, from April 18 through October 17. Tours begin at the Visitors Center. No reservations are required and tours are on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals who would like…
The 2026 Black Man’s Health Festival at Weeksville
Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM for the 5th annual Black Man’s Health Festival at Weeksville!