NYC Parks Special Events copyright (c) 2013 NYC Department of Parks and Recreation http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/upcoming_events/events_search.php NYC Department of Parks and Recreation en-us Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:44:29 GMT NYC Parks News 25 25 http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/upcoming_events/events_search.php http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/parks_leaf_thumb.gif <![CDATA[Cooking With Figs at Wave Hill]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/cooking-with-figs-at-wave-hill http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/cooking-with-figs-at-wave-hill Date: October 13, 2012

Growing figs in New York City often evolves from a garden pastime into a garden passion. Fruit expert and fig fancier Charles Day shares cultivation information for growing your own Ficus carica in the ground or in a container. A chef from Great Performances shares cooking tips and figgy recipes for your anticipated backyard bounty.

Start time: 2:00 pm

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Contact phone: (718) 549-3200

Location: Wave Hill

]]> X209 Wave Hill 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:00 pm 40.8987, -73.9125 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT <![CDATA[Finding Your Poetic Voice: John Maney]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/finding-your-poetic-voice-john-maney http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/finding-your-poetic-voice-john-maney Date: October 13, 2012

Local poet John Maney offers a free poetry series for teens and adults. Read and discuss poetry with your peers, and work to create your own poetry in a group setting.

Start time: 2:00 pm

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 365-5516

Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)

]]> X040 Poe Park 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:00 pm 3:00 pm 40.865, -73.8947 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT <![CDATA[MillionTreesNYC Tree Care Workshop in Queens with Build It Green!NYC]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/milliontreesnyc-tree-care-workshop-in-queens-with-build-it-greennyc http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/milliontreesnyc-tree-care-workshop-in-queens-with-build-it-greennyc Date: October 13, 2012

Help water and care for the 80,000 new street trees that have been planted across New York City! Join the MillionTreesNYC Stewardship Corps and help keep New York City green by coming to a free MillionTreesNYC stewardship workshop.

  • We will care for young MillionTreesNYC trees using hand tools (trowels, cultivators, weeding tools), watering, and removing garbage. All supplies and gloves will be provided by NYC Parks.
  • Workshop portion will cover the basics of urban street tree planting, benefits of trees, and urban ecology
  • Please dress for light gardening work and wear close-toed shoes

Pledge to take care of a specific street tree and get a Free watering toolkit and volunteer card.

Please register online for this workshop.

Start time: 2:00 pm

End time: 4:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Build It Green! NYC Reuse Center

]]> 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 40.7766, -73.9325 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT <![CDATA[Family Camping in the Urban Outback]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/family-camping-in-the-urban-outback http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/family-camping-in-the-urban-outback Date: October 13, 2012

During this overnight program, learn to pitch a tent, build a fire, and cook out like a pioneer. Make s’mores, tell stories, and sleep under the stars. Enjoy kayaking, marine nature study, and hiking with National Park Service rangers. Bring the whole family: parents, kids, grandparents! The program is heart-healthy and free, but reservations are required, and space is limited. Call (718) 338 – 4306 for more information and reservations.

Start time: 2:00 pm

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Contact phone: (718) 338-4306

Location: Ecology Village (in Jamaica Bay Park)

]]> Q309 Jamaica Bay Park 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:00 pm 40.5864, -73.8869 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT <![CDATA[West Side Stories]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/west-side-stories http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/west-side-stories Date: October 13, 2012

Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden with flowers and plants mentioned by Shakespeare.

Groups of seven or more people should call (212) 360-2726 or email tours@centralparknyc.org to schedule a custom tour.

Accessibility level: Moderate inclines and stairs, paths clear and negotiable - only parts accessible to people with disabilities

Start time: 2:30 pm

End time: 3:30 pm

Contact phone: (212) 772-0210

Location: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre (in Central Park)

]]> M010 Central Park 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:30 pm 3:30 pm 40.7825, -73.9656 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT <![CDATA[Handiwork: Tasks and Crafts from the Past]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/handiwork-tasks-and-crafts-from-the-past http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/13/handiwork-tasks-and-crafts-from-the-past Date: October 13, 2012

Imagine yourself in the past. Learn games, pastimes and tasks that were common 200 years ago. At Lefferts Historic House, you can try your hand at needlepoint, games, and more.

Start time: 2:30 pm

End time: 3:30 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Lefferts Historic House (in Prospect Park)

]]> B073 Prospect Park 2012-10-13 2012-10-13 2:30 pm 3:30 pm 40.6643, -73.9639 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/4d0b8f9b0dad1.jpg Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:44:30 EDT