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Get up, get out, and do something! Just about any day of the year, you can find something fun, informative, and healthy to enjoy at an area park. Feel free to browse the listings below, or use the search tools to find an event that matches your interests and location.

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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Dec 1

Volunteer Cleanup at Claremont Park

at Claremont Gazebo (in Claremont Park), Bronx

10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Volunteer to help clean and restore parks most affected by Hurricane Sandy. Join us as we remove clean up leaves and natural debris left by the storm in Claremont Park.
Category: Volunteer
Free!

Dec 1

Van Cortlandt Park: Removal of Invasive and Bittersweet Plants with the Forest Restoration team

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Come help us beautify Van Cortlandt Park
Category: Nature, Gardening, Environmental Awareness, Volunteer
Free!

Dec 1

Bird Walks at The New York Botanical Garden

at Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park), Bronx

11:00 a.m.
The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert.
Category: Birding, Nature, Gardening

Dec 1

CANCELLED: Wilderness Survival

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

11:00 a.m.
Whether you are preparing for an extended journey through the woods or just want to be more prepared for any situation, a wilderness survival program is perfect for you.Wilderness survival programs…
Category: Nature, Environmental Awareness, Waterfront
Free!

Dec 1

CANCELLED: Greenbelt Hike with the Urban Park Rangers

at Field of Dreams (in LaTourette Park & Golf Course), Staten Island

11:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a vigorous hike through Staten Island's Greenbelt. This hike will take place over a long distance, with hills and rugged terrain. For all hiking programs we recommendâ?¦
Category: Nature, Fitness, Environmental Awareness
Free!

Dec 1

Haunted Houses By Corinne May Botz

at Alice Austen House Museum (in Alice Austen Park), Staten Island This is an Accessible location

11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Visit our current exhibit: Corinne May Botz's photography of haunted houses and recordings of ghost stories from around the United States!
Category: Education, Exhibits, History, Storytelling & Readings, Culture

Dec 1

Volunteer Cleanup at Inwood Hill Park

at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan This is an Accessible location

11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Volunteer to help clean and restore parks most affected by Hurricane Sandy. Join us as we remove storm debris from Inwood Hill Park.
Category: Volunteer
Free!

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Dec 1

The Little Engine That Could Puppet Show at The New York Botanical Garden

at Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park), Bronx

11:30 a.m.
A classic story is brought to life in an exciting presentation by New York City puppet master Ralph Lee.
Category: Gardening, Kids, Storytelling & Readings, Theater, Winter Holidays

Best For
Kids
Dec 1

Cool Quilts 21st Annual Quilt Show

at Lefferts Historic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
quilt craft brooklyn exhibit
Category: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, History

Dec 1

St. Nicholas Day at New York's Oldest House

at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Learn about how the Dutch tradition of Sinterklaas evolved into the American tradition of Santa Claus. Children will enjoy a special visit from Santa Clause and St. Nicholas as he arrives on horseback. Colonial balladeer Linda Russell will entertain audiences of all ages with her beautiful songs. Traditional holiday foods and crafts round out the day.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Festivals, History, Kids, Storytelling & Readings, Culture, Food, Winter Holidays

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