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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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from May 20, 2013 to May 8, 2014

Friday, May 31, 2013

May31

Bryant Park Fencing

at Fifth Avenue Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center.
Category: Fitness, Sports
Free!

May31

Animal Encounter at Prospect Park

at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

2:00 p.m.2:30 p.m.
Curious as to how "Snappy" the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble up a mouse? Join one of our trained staff in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center.
Category: Education, Nature, Kids, Environmental Awareness
Free!

Best For
Kids
May31

Nature On The Go!

at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Explore the surrounding areas of the Audubon Center and learn about the nature that is all around us.
Category: Education, Games, Kids, Environmental Awareness
Free!

Best For
Kids
May31

Book Club: The Tale of Despereaux

at Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park), Bronx This is an Accessible location

3:00 p.m.4:30 p.m.
The story of a mouse, a princess, some soup and a spool of thread.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Kids, Storytelling & Readings
Free!

Best For
Kids
May31

Big Apple Circus

at The Big Top (in Cunningham Park), Queens

6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Welcome to the Big Apple Circus LEGENDARIUM, where you will experience the nostalgic thrills of bygone Big Tops and get a first–hand view of Beauties, Daredevils, and Clowns from another era!
Category: Arts & Crafts, Kids, Culture

Best For
Kids
May31

Westerleigh Park Outdoor Concert: IS 51 Jazz Band

at Westerleigh Park, Staten Island This is an Accessible location

7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
IS 51 Jazz Band will be playing in the park with a surpise guest.
Category: Accessibility, Concerts, Dance, Festivals, Kids, Free Summer Concerts
Free!

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Event
May31

Movie Night: Wreck It Ralph

at Captain Tilly Park, Queens This is an Accessible location

7:30 p.m.
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy Wreck It Ralph.
Category: Film, Kids, Free Summer Movies
Free!

Best For
Kids

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Jun 1

Van Cortlandt Track Club Saturday Morning Group-Run

at Van Cortlandt Stadium (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx This is an Accessible location

8:00 a.m.
Running in Van Cortlandt Park
Category: Fitness, Outdoor Fitness
Free!

Jun 1

Tour: Wild High Line Tour

at High Line (in The High Line), Manhattan

8:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.
Join High Line Gardener Maryanne Stubbs for an early morning exploration of the park.
Category: Nature, Tours

Jun 1

Bird Walks

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

8:00 a.m.9:30 a.m.
Bird Walks focus on wildlife happenings in the park and are led by NYC Audubon experts or the Urban Park Rangers.
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Environmental Awareness, Tours, Seniors
Free!

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