Week of Events
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as the season 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 up. Borrow a magnifying glass (please remember…
Cream Tea – SOLD OUT
2:30 pm only 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 with freshly baked scones,…
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as the season 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 up. Borrow a magnifying glass (please remember…
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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November 1, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 1, 2026 -Encaustic Art Demonstration with Pascale Bouchard
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November 1, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 1, 2026 -Meet the Artist & Closing Reception: Pascale Bouchard in Action
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November 1, 2026 -Autumn Glow Festival
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
Encaustic Art Demonstration with Pascale Bouchard
(adults and teens 16 yrs+) Join exhibiting artist Pascale Bouchard for an intimate, interactive demonstration of the encaustic techniques behind her work in Féminin Pluriel. During this approximately 1½-hour presentation, Pascale will introduce participants to the history of encaustic, the materials and tools she uses, and the many ways this ancient medium can be transformed…
Meet the Artist & Closing Reception: Pascale Bouchard in Action
(adults and teens 16 yrs+) Join us for an afternoon with artist Pascale Bouchard as we celebrate the closing of her exhibition, Féminin Pluriel. Enjoy refreshments while meeting Pascale and getting a firsthand look at her encaustic process. Pascale will be working with encaustic in the gallery, giving visitors the opportunity to watch her create,…
Autumn Glow Festival
A glowing Glen Island Park is coming to the Westchester waterfront this fall as the Autumn Glow Festival transforms New Rochelle into a brightly lit waterfront wonderland. The limited-time evening event merges traditional Chinese lantern artistry with modern LED displays along the shores of Long Island Sound. Visitors will step into a dazzling escape with…
Monday, November 2, 2026
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November 2, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 2, 2026 -Little Wonders: We Love Nature – SOLD OUT
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November 2, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 2, 2026 -Museum Minis
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November 2, 2026 -Myths & Mysteries of The Octagon House
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
Little Wonders: We Love Nature – SOLD OUT
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to experience the many wonders of Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Hike woodland trails and gardens. Engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and inspire a love of the outdoors. Stories, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening our…
Myths & Mysteries of The Octagon House
Originally built in the 1860s, The Octagon House is an eight-sided, domed home in the shape of a classic Roman temple. Venture onto the Myths & Mysteries tour to hear about uncanny experiences in the home, uncover the story of the residents’ unusual lives and explore the architectural connections to 19th-century spiritualism. At the conclusion…
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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November 3, 2026 -Mini Camp: Nature Inspired Dance Camp with BOLD Arts – SOLD OUT
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November 3, 2026 -Soil Stories
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November 3, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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November 3, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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November 3, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 3, 2026 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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November 3, 2026 -Music & Movement
Mini Camp: Nature Inspired Dance Camp with BOLD Arts – SOLD OUT
(ages 5-10) Create, dance, and collaborate with BOLD Arts in this energetic and imaginative nature-inspired camp! Campers will work together to create an original mini performance featuring dances co-created by everyone in the group. Throughout the camp, participants will explore movement, choreography, creative games, and hands-on art projects, all inspired by the beauty and wonder…
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.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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November 4, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 4, 2026 -Oaks and Acorns: Owls
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November 4, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 4, 2026 -Museum Minis
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November 4, 2026 -Museum Minis
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November 4, 2026 -Oaks and Acorns: Owls
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: Owls
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
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.
Oaks and Acorns: Owls
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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November 5, 2026 -NJEA Mini Camp: Take a Walk on the Creative Side! – SOLD OUT
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November 5, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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November 5, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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November 5, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 5, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 5, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 5, 2026 -NJEA Mini Camp: Lunch Buddies
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November 5, 2026 -NJEA Mini Camp: Our Marvelous Moon
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November 5, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 5, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 5, 2026 -Free First Thursdays
NJEA Mini Camp: Take a Walk on the Creative Side! – SOLD OUT
(ages 5-10) BREAK FREE from classroom learning and join us on a journey through the woodlands at the Arboretum! We’ll discover nature’s gifts and create amazing art inspired by the treasures we find along the way. Of course, we’ll also play games, make music, and maybe even read a book together! The cost is per…
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…
NJEA Mini Camp: Lunch Buddies
(ages 5-10) Campers attending morning or afternoon sessions can bring their lunch and plan to stay for an additional hour of food, fun, and friends! Registration is required. Refunds cannot be provided for any cancellations made within 2 weeks of the first day of camp. MEMBER REGISTRATION: Opens Tuesday, September 22, at 9:00 am. NON-MEMBER…
NJEA Mini Camp: Our Marvelous Moon
(ages 5-10) Join us for this Mini Camp to explore the many ways we think about the moon and how it affects us here on Earth! We’ll learn about nocturnal animals, talk about lunar exploration, and create a moon-themed craft. We’ll also head outside to play games and enjoy the outdoors here at the Arboretum.…
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.
Friday, November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026 -NJEA Mini Camp: Animal Hideaways! – SOLD OUT
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November 6, 2026 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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November 6, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 6, 2026 -Legendary Tours of Washington Irving’s Sunnyside
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November 6, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 6, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 6, 2026 -Museum Minis
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November 6, 2026 -NJEA Mini Camp: Lunch Buddies
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November 6, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 6, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
NJEA Mini Camp: Animal Hideaways! – SOLD OUT
(ages 5-10) From mammals to fish, insects to birds, every creature on Earth has a place to call home. At this Mini Camp, we’ll explore different animals and discover how each has a unique habitat and home. Learn where their hideaways are located and how they are built. Is it a den, a nest, or…
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
Legendary Tours of Washington Irving’s Sunnyside
Sunnyside celebrates its connection to Washington Irving’s classic tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, at this family-friendly daytime event. Visitors can tour the cottage, see an original short shadow puppet film, and enjoy a Legend-themed exhibit. The program runs from Sept. 18-Nov. 8, 2026. For tickets and more information, visit: https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=calendar&k=legend_tour&startDate=2026-09-01
NJEA Mini Camp: Lunch Buddies
(ages 5-10) Campers attending morning or afternoon sessions can bring their lunch and plan to stay for an additional hour of food, fun, and friends! Registration is required. Refunds cannot be provided for any cancellations made within 2 weeks of the first day of camp. MEMBER REGISTRATION: Opens Tuesday, September 22, at 9:00 am. NON-MEMBER…
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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November 7, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 7, 2026 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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November 7, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 7, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 7, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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November 7, 2026 -Liberty Hall Museum Tour
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