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 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:58:08 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[FLOW.12]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/flow12 http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/flow12 Date: October 19, 2012

FLOW returns to Randall's Island Park for 2012 with five new artists and five new site-specific installations along the Park's southern shoreline.

FLOW is a project of the Randall's Island Sports Foundation and the Bronx Museum of the Arts (BxMA), suported by the Rockefeller Foundation and Made Event.

Start time: 6:00 am

End time: 9:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 830-7722

Location: Waterfront Pathways along Ward's Island (in Randall's Island Park)

]]> M104 Randall's Island Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 6:00 am 9:00 pm 40.7818, -73.9295 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Julio Valdez, Nature: Prints, Drawings and Mixed Media]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/julio-valdez-nature-prints-drawings-and-mixed-media http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/julio-valdez-nature-prints-drawings-and-mixed-media Date: October 19, 2012

The New York City Department of Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce Nature: Prints, Drawings, and Mixed Media, an exhibition of works on paper by artist Julio Valdez, curated by Graciela Kartofel. This show includes twenty-one works created during the past two decades of Valdez’ artistic career. Utilizing nontraditional materials and processes, he explores the inseparable spiritual relationship between man and his natural environment; on view through September 13th through October 25, 2012.

Deeply influenced by his Dominican cultural heritage, which has instilled in him an acute connection to nature, Valdez continues to search for and contemplate his own identity. The resulting works use a visual language that echoes traditional Latin American mythology and simultaneously blends his past and present. The mythical nature of Caribbean culture is evident in each of Valdez’s works—he uses ancestral symbols with a profoundly sincere contemporary approach. The lizard, turtle, and yucca plant, all indigenous to the Dominican Republic, are regularly featured in his works and emphasize the bond with his homeland despite his residence in New York City. However, Valdez states, “The physical and psychological distance from my birthplace has allowed a critical distance for re-examining my origins [which has] triggered gradual changes in my artistic vocabulary.”

These intimate works on paper are rich and fragmented scenes where the human body is entangled in a sea of colorful symbols and textures. Paying homage to a tradition of quilting, Valdez employs a system of layered earthen tones, prints, drawings, and other media. These built surfaces are tactile as they are vibrant and have spontaneity similar to surrealist automated drawings. The silhouette plays a prominent role in his work, referencing traditional portraiture’s look inward, but his lack of identifying features transforms them into “the everyman.” Kartofel notes, “Although some are self-portraits, it is frequent for the artist to say, ‘This is my brother… this is my son.’ Each portrait is not only physiognomic, but it is also a study of the relation and interaction between humans and nature.”

The complexity of his artistic process has also led to fruitful explorations of the printmaking process itself. Valdez is a master at combining revolutionary techniques and traditional methods, blurring the boundaries between mediums, as he inserts hand worked elements and torn paper in his prints. He often combines processes such as embossment, à la poupée, chine collé, monotype, silk aquatint, and solar plate printmaking. These processes are directly linked to the themes in his work—his hand application and other direct methods honor ancient cultural traditions of Africa and Latin America.

A native of Santo Domingo, The Dominican Republic, Julio Valdez moved to the United States in 1993 after receiving a fellowship to work at the Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop in New York City. A painter, printmaker and mixed media artist whose work has been exhibited internationally, he has received numerous prestigious international awards, including an Artist-in-Residence Fellowship at The Studio Museum in Harlem, New York City (1997-98), the Silver Palette for Painting at the XXXeme Festival International de la Peinture, Cagnes-sur-Mer, France (1998), the Grand Prize at the XVII E. Leon Jimenes Biennial, the Dominican Republic (2000), and the New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship (2003), among others. Valdez’s work can be found in the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and the Instituto de Artes Graficas Oaxaquena in Oaxaca, Mexico, among others. He currently lives and works in New York City. Julio Valdez’s Harlem studio offers print workshops, lectures and classes, for more information visit www.juliovaldez.com.

Nature: Prints, Drawings, and Mixed Media will travel to the Center for Contemporary Printmaking in Norwalk, Connecticut. On view December 2, 2012 - January 27, 2013.

The Arsenal Gallery is dedicated to examining themes of nature, urban space, wildlife, New York City parks, and park history. It is located on the third floor of the NYC Parks & Recreation headquarters, in Central Park, on Fifth Avenue at 64th Street. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for holidays. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.nyc.gov/parks/art or call 212-360-8163.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone: 212-360-8163

Location: Arsenal (in Central Park)

]]> M010 Central Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 9:00 am 5:00 pm 40.7672, -73.9713 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/503e3706e5eac.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Monet's Garden at The New York Botanical Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/monets-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/monets-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden Date: October 19, 2012

This multifaceted exhibition examines the life and work of the Impressionist master by highlighting his passion for gardening and the inspiration he drew from his living masterpiece, the garden on the grounds of his home in Giverny, France. Monet's Garden has components in several venues throughout the Garden and has a rich assortment of programming, including concerts and family activities. The curator for this exhibition is Professor Paul Hayes Tucker, the World's foremost authorities on Monet and Impressionism.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: 718-817-8700

Location: Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park)

]]> X002 Bronx Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 10:00 am 40.8624, -73.8805 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Shibori Sensations]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/shibori-sensations http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/shibori-sensations Date: October 19, 2012

Join us to view a series of ornamental textiles inspired by the beauty of Staten Island’s Greenbelt.

This exhibit is made possible in part by a DCA Art Fund Grant from the Council on the Arts & Humanities for Staten Island, (COAHSI), with public funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

Silk Painting Workshop and Reception on Sunday September 29th from 2:00 PM -5:00 PM. For information and registration visit www.statenislandarts.org

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley)

]]> R129 Blood Root Valley 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 10:00 am 5:00 pm 40.5884, -74.1391 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[The Haunted Pumpkin Garden at The New York Botanical Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/the-haunted-pumpkin-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/the-haunted-pumpkin-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden Date: October 19, 2012

From Saturday, October 6, through Wednesday, October 31, The Haunted Pumpkin Garden at The New York Botanical Garden will treat visitors to frightful Halloween fun. Experience the thrills and chills of the season with a garden full of intricately carved pumpkin sculptures, bugs, bats, parties, and parades. On October 20 and 21, master carver Ray Villafane of Food Network fame will transform humongous pumpkins into zombies and other unearthly creatures. Pumpkin sculptures of spooky scarecrows, frightening spiders, sneaky snakes, and more await discovery at every turn in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden. Every day, youngsters can play inside a “gourd-geous” Pumpkin House, put on a scary show at the Pumpkin Puppet Theater, learn about owls, and join a Halloween Parade, while every weekend offers even more treats.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 817-8700

Location: Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park)

]]> X002 Bronx Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 10:00 am 40.8624, -73.8805 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/5061f5ec5fce7.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Bryant Park Petanque]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/bryant-park-ptanque http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/bryant-park-ptanque Date: October 19, 2012

Learn to play pétanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC's championship-winning club. Available for parties.

Start time: 11:00 am

End time: 6:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Petanque Courts (in Bryant Park)

]]> M008 Bryant Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 11:00 am 6:00 pm 40.7544, -73.9842 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Bryant Park Ping Pong]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/bryant-park-ping-pong http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/bryant-park-ping-pong Date: October 19, 2012

Come play ping pong at Bryant Park!

Paddles and balls will be provided free of charge to all skill levels.

Visit the park and sign up with an attendant, who can arrange a friendly game.

Start time: 11:00 am

End time: 6:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Ping Pong Court (in Bryant Park)

]]> M008 Bryant Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 11:00 am 6:00 pm 40.7545, -73.9837 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Le Carrousel at Bryant Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/le-carrousel-at-bryant-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/le-carrousel-at-bryant-park Date: October 19, 2012

Le Carrousel was specially created to complement the park's French classical style, featuring brightly colored animals and French cabaret music.

$2 per ride, or buy a discount card to enjoy 10 rides for $15.

Weather permitting. Also available for parties.

Start time: 11:00 am

End time: 8:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Le Carrousel (in Bryant Park)

]]> M008 Bryant Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 11:00 am 8:00 pm 40.7533, -73.984 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Mad. Sq. Eats]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/mad-sq-eats http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/mad-sq-eats Date: October 19, 2012

Attention neighborhood foodists: it’s your favorite time of year! Mad. Sq. Eats is returning to Worth Square Friday, September 21! This month-long outdoor market will bring you 26 vendors from some of the city’s most raved about eateries, including returning Mad. Sq. Eats favorites as well as some newbies to keep things feeling fresh.

With the extensive line-up of vendors, be sure to stop by early and often and try it all! All are welcome to stop on by, grab a drink and EAT! Mad. Sq. Eats is open daily September 21 through October 19 from 11am to 9pm.

Start time: 11:00 am

End time:

Contact phone:

Location:

]]> 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 11:00 am Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Haunted Houses By Corinne May Botz]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/haunted-houses-by-corinne-may-botz http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/haunted-houses-by-corinne-may-botz Date: October 19, 2012

For more than ten years, the Corinne May Botz searched for ghost stories in buildings across the United States. She ventured into these haunted places with both camera and tape recorder in hand; her photographs, accompanied by first-person narratives, reveal a rare glimpse into American interiors, both physical and psychological.

She says, “The first thing that inspired the project were writers like Edith Wharton, Charlotte Bronte and even Toni Morrison. Often these ghost stories were written by women as a means of articulating domestic discontents. I was interested in the idea of a woman being trapped in the home or by domestic space and how this was expressed in history."

Start time: 11:00 am

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Alice Austen House Museum (in Alice Austen Park)

]]> R117 Alice Austen Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 11:00 am 5:00 pm 40.6146, -74.0631 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/507864d670c63.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Cross-Park Promenade]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/crosspark-promenade http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/crosspark-promenade Date: October 19, 2012

Join us for a tour through Central Park in which you will see a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water, and much more!

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

Accessibility level: Easy to negotiate; paths and few stairs - mostly accessible to people with disabilities

Start time: 12:30 pm

End time: 1:45 pm

Contact phone: (212) 772-0210

Location: East 72 Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park)

]]> M010 Central Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 12:30 pm 1:45 pm 40.7725, -73.967 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Conference House Tours]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/conference-house-tours http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/conference-house-tours Date: October 19, 2012

Free tours of the Conference House on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. There is a charge for group tours which are booked separately. Please visit www.conferencehouse.org or call 718-984-6046 for more information.

Start time: 1:00 pm

End time: 4:00 pm

Contact phone: 718-984-6046

Location: Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park)

]]> R006 Conference House Park 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 1:00 pm 4:00 pm 40.502, -74.2514 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Vegetation Mapping Workshop]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/vegetation-mapping-workshop http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/vegetation-mapping-workshop Date: October 19, 2012

Join the Greenbelt Natural Resources Team in exploring our native and non-native plant species. A great opportunity to learn plant ID skills, common plant communities and explore our parks. We will be inside for an overview and then outside for an exploration. Bring Lunch. Suitable for ages 16 and up. Free program. Registration recommended.

Start time: 1:00 pm

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 667-2165 extension 301

Location: Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley)

]]> R129 Blood Root Valley 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 1:00 pm 5:00 pm 40.5884, -74.1391 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[High Line Field Station]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/high-line-field-station http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/high-line-field-station Date: October 19, 2012

Make the most of your visit and stop by the High Line Field Station to chat with High Line Greeters. These dedicated volunteers can answer your questions and provide information about the park’s unique design, history, horticulture, art, and more.

The High Line Field Station is open every Thursday and Friday afternoon between 3:00 and 7:00 PM, and every Saturday and Sunday between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

Start time: 3:00 pm

End time: 7:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 206-9922

Location: Chelsea Market Passage (in The High Line)

]]> M360 The High Line 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 3:00 pm 7:00 pm 40.7429, -74.0072 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Cancelled: Not-So-Scary Halloween Playground Bash!]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/notsoscary-halloween-playground-bash http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/notsoscary-halloween-playground-bash Date: October 19, 2012

This event has been cancelled due to rain.

Ghosts, Goblins, Spiders, and other critters will be playing in our playgrounds. The night will be full of fun and excitement. Costumes are encouraged! Be there or be scared!

This event is presented by Syfy. Syfy is the proud sponsor of 14 NYC Parks Fall-themed events across the city, including Pumpkin Fest in Central Park on Saturday, October 27!

Start time: 4:00 pm

End time: 7:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Samuel Seabury Playground

]]> M236 Samuel Seabury Playground 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 4:00 pm 7:00 pm 40.7854, -73.9508 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/tribute-to-breast-cancer-awareness-month http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/tribute-to-breast-cancer-awareness-month Date: October 19, 2012

This event will raise awareness about breast cancer by sharing printed informaiton and speakers on the topic. It will also include arts and crafts (ribbon making), a self examination demonstration by Dr. Carmen Llopiz-Valle and a tribute dance by one of the center's dance class groups.

Start time: 5:00 pm

End time: 8:30 pm

Contact phone: (212) 754-5411

Location: Recreation Center Fifty-four (in Recreation Center 54)

]]> M130 Recreation Center 54 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 5:00 pm 8:30 pm 40.7565, -73.9651 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Moving Toward Racial Equity in The Food Movement]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/moving-toward-racial-equity-inthe-food-movement http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/19/moving-toward-racial-equity-inthe-food-movement Date: October 19, 2012

How do we create a food movement that is lead by the food justice movement? How do we ensure that the food justice movement lifts the leadership and ideas of those most affected by the present food system? The Brooklyn Food Coalition invites you to join in this conversation and help us move toward an equitable and anti-racist food movement for us all.

Moderator: Beatriz Beckford, Brooklyn Food Coalition
Speakers: Malik Yakini, Detroit Black Food Security Network, Detroit Food Policy Council, 2012 James Beard Award Winner
Lorrie Clevenger, Black Urban Gardeners, Why Hunger , Daisy Chung, Restaurant Opportunity Center

Start time: 5:00 pm

End time: 8:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: The Pantry

]]> 2012-10-19 2012-10-19 5:00 pm 8:00 pm 40.6814, -73.9347 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/507d8ecb69ab1.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[FLOW.12]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/flow12 http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/flow12 Date: October 20, 2012

FLOW returns to Randall's Island Park for 2012 with five new artists and five new site-specific installations along the Park's southern shoreline.

FLOW is a project of the Randall's Island Sports Foundation and the Bronx Museum of the Arts (BxMA), suported by the Rockefeller Foundation and Made Event.

Start time: 6:00 am

End time: 9:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 830-7722

Location: Waterfront Pathways along Ward's Island (in Randall's Island Park)

]]> M104 Randall's Island Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 6:00 am 9:00 pm 40.7818, -73.9295 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Van Cortlandt Track Club Saturday Morning Group-Run]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/van-cortlandt-track-club-saturday-morning-grouprun http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/van-cortlandt-track-club-saturday-morning-grouprun Date: October 20, 2012

Good Morning! Come join the Van Cortlandt Track Club for regular morning group runs through and around the Yonkers-Bronx border in small groups each Saturday morning at 8AM!

We break into various groups based on different paces and distances, starting with a loop of the Parade Grounds, then some peel off through the trails for various length and speed runs in smaller groups.

Be sure to meet back up after the run for breakfast!

Visit www.vctc.org for details & local running tips.

Start time: 8:00 am

End time:

Contact phone:

Location: Van Cortlandt Stadium (in Van Cortlandt Park)

]]> X092 Van Cortlandt Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 8:00 am 40.888, -73.8968 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Bird Walks]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/bird-walks http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/bird-walks Date: October 20, 2012

Bird Walks focus on wildlife happenings in the park and are led by NYC Audubon experts or the Urban Park Rangers.

Wear comfortable shoes, and bring water and a light snack.

Start time: 8:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 430-1890

Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)

]]> X092 Van Cortlandt Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 8:00 am 40.8911, -73.894 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/509d3def97b32.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Convent Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-convent-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-convent-garden Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Convent Garden Community Association to rake, weed, and plant bulbs throughout the garden. Volunteers should enter the park at 151st Street and St. Nicholas Avenue.

Start time: 8:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (254) 421-3136

Location: Convent Garden

]]> M284 Convent Garden 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 8:00 am 3:00 pm 40.8283, -73.9427 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Brookville Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brookville-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brookville-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Brookville Park to plant flowers and clean the park. In the afternoon they will be having a Halloween Event from noon - 4:00 pm.

Start time: 8:00 am

End time: 10:00 am

Contact phone: (516) 776-6341

Location: Brookville Park Field House (in Brookville Park)

]]> Q008 Brookville Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 8:00 am 10:00 am 40.6618, -73.742 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Cleaning Westerleigh Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/cleaning-westerleigh-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/cleaning-westerleigh-park Date: October 20, 2012

Come out and lend a hand to help us rake, weed and do various gardening chores. Join us for coffee and doughnuts in the am. Bring a rake or use one of ours and have some fun.

To volunteer in Westerleigh Park call (718) 442-0336.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: 718-442-0336

Location: Westerleigh Park

]]> R029 Westerleigh Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6198, -74.1345 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day Date: October 20, 2012

Join us as we plant, clean, paint and celebrate the parks along the Bronx River!

This event is free, but registration is required.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 430-4636

Location: Soundview Park,Concrete Plant Park,Shoelace Park (in Bronx Park),Bronx River Forest at Burke Bridge (in Bronx Park),Muskrat Cove

]]> X118, X305, X002 Soundview Park, Concrete Plant Park, Bronx Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 40.8174, -73.8703; 40.8269, -73.8848; 40.8912, -73.8632; 40.8489, -73.8771; 40.8963, -73.863 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Reforestation Stewardship at Hunter Island, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/reforestation-stewardship-hunter-island-pelham-bay-park-bronx http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/reforestation-stewardship-hunter-island-pelham-bay-park-bronx Date: October 20, 2012

Natural Areas Volunteers is looking for dedicated volunteers to help weed and monitor new tree plantings. We are looking for individuals to add to our core groups of stewards who adopt reforestation sites in their local borough. New York City is the home to 10,000 acres of natural areas which not only diversifies our urban environment but benefits our communities in ways such as improved air quality and increased recreational space. Volunteer stewards will be trained in invasive weed identification and removal techniques.

Join your Technical Leaders at 9 A.M. at the Northeast corner of the Orchard Beach Parking lot. Please come dressed in closed-toe shoes, long pants and clothing that can get dirty. Space is limited.

Registration is required at this event.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 360-3318

Location: Orchard Beach Parking Lot (in Pelham Bay Park)

]]> X039 Pelham Bay Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8687, -73.797 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Underhill Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-underhill-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-underhill-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, help the Friends of Underhill Playground clean-up and plant bulbs in the gardens around the play equipment.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 965-8902

Location: Underhill Playground

]]> B161 Underhill Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6767, -73.9657 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[CANCELLED: It's My Park Day at South Oxford Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-south-oxford-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-south-oxford-park Date: October 20, 2012

Please note: this event has been cancelled.

On It's My Park Day, help the Friends of South Oxford Park clean-up and plant bulbs at the park entrances.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 402-0198

Location: South Oxford Park

]]> B407 South Oxford Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6836, -73.9724 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Shore Road Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning and weeding at Shore Road Park. They will also be trimming the hedges and bushes at this location.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 965-8902

Location: 90th Street and Shore Road (in Shore Park and Parkway)

]]> B082 Shore Park and Parkway 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6224, -74.0403 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Greenwich & Christopher Streets]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-greenwich-christopher-streets http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-greenwich-christopher-streets Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, local residents will be planting bulbs for spring flowers in this little greenstreet area in the West Village. Please note volunteer registration is now closed for this event.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: Greenwich Street at Christopher Street

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.7329, -74.0076 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Columbus Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-columbus-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-columbus-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, the Students from Murray Bergtraum High School will help to clean-up and plant bulbs to produce colorful spring flowers at lovely Columbus Park.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: Worth Street & Baxter Street (in Columbus Park)

]]> M015 Columbus Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.7144, -74.0004 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Cooper Triangle]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-cooper-triangle http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-cooper-triangle Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Cooper Triangle on It's My Parks Day! They will be cleaning up and planting bulbs for wonderful spring flowers in this park.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: Cooper Triangle

]]> M016 Cooper Triangle 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7288, -73.9908 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at St. Vartan Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-vartan-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-vartan-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of St. Vartan Park, neighbors, and local scout groups to plant bulbs and clean up the park.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: St. Vartan Park

]]> M076 St. Vartan Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7451, -73.9737 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Sutton Place Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sutton-place-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sutton-place-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, neighborhood residents will be working in the park to help clean up and plant flower bulbs for spring color! Do you live nearby? Join them in doing some gardening in your local park!

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 838-9770

Location: Sutton Place Park

]]> M108R Sutton Place Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 2:00 pm 40.7554, -73.962 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Morningside Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-morningside-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-morningside-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join Morningside Build A Run Coalition (BARC) to help clean, rake, and spread fresh woodchips throughout the dog run. Please bring your own gloves, if available. Morningside BARC will also offer volunteers free snacks and water. Volunteers should enter Morningside Park at 114th Street & Morningside Drive at the top of the park near Columbia University.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 864-0128

Location: 114 Street and Morningside Drive (in Morningside Park)

]]> M056 Morningside Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.8046, -73.96 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Collyer Brothers Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-collyer-brothers-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-collyer-brothers-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Harlem Fifth Avenue Association to clean, rake, and plant bulbs in the park. Volunteers should enter the park at E. 128th Street and Fifth Avenue. Please bring your own gloves, if available.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 406-4770

Location: Collyer Brothers Park

]]> M305 Collyer Brothers Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.8085, -73.9411 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Frederick Johnson Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-frederick-johnson-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-frederick-johnson-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Fred Johnson Park Association to help clean, rake out, and plant bulbs at the front entrance of Fred Johnson Park from 9AM to 1PM. There will also be a free tennis clinic at 12PM.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 690-1687

Location: Frederick Johnson Park (in Frederick Johnson Playground)

]]> M159 Frederick Johnson Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8248, -73.9355 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Marcus Garvey Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-marcus-garvey-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-marcus-garvey-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Marcus Garvey Dog Run Group to conduct a general cleanup of the run, spread new woodchips, and paint benches. Please bring your own work gloves, if available. Volunteers should enter the park at Madison Avenue and 120th Street.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 987-0776

Location: Marcus Garvey Park Dog Run (in Marcus Garvey Park)

]]> M058 Marcus Garvey Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.8028, -73.9431 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Riverside Oval]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-riverside-oval http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-riverside-oval Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, come out to the Riverside Oval to help volunteers spread woodchips and plant bluebell bulbs in preparation for the winter.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (646) 734-6195

Location: Riverside Oval Greenstreet

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8344, -73.9477 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Doughboy Plaza]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-doughboy-plaza http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-doughboy-plaza Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, the students of IS 125 will be returning again for It's My Park Day to help plant bulbs and spruce up the park for fall.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 563-4217

Location: Doughboy Plaza

]]> Q031A Doughboy Plaza 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7464, -73.9089 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Det. Keith L. Williams Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-det-keith-l-williams-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-det-keith-l-williams-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, please join the Liberty Gardeners as they paint the benches and picnic tables, plant bulbs and remove debris from the gardens.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 523-6912

Location: 173 St Playground (Det. Williams) (in Detective Keith L Williams Park)

]]> Q121 Detective Keith L Williams Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 3:00 pm 40.7017, -73.7836 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Highbridge Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-highbridge-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-highbridge-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, Samaritan Village will be cleaning up through out the park and planting bulbs. Please note that volunteer registration for this site is full.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 681-9300

Location: W. 170th Street & University Avenue (in Highbridge Park)

]]> X120 Highbridge Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8421, -73.9263 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Keltch Memorial Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-keltch-memorial-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-keltch-memorial-park Date: October 20, 2012

Join the Friends of Parks Council to help clean up and plant bulbs at Keltch Park.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 960-7948

Location: Keltch Park South Mall (in Keltch Park)

]]> X058 Keltch Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8403, -73.9179 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Ewen Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-ewen-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-ewen-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Ewen Park as they clean up planting beds and drag wood debris from around the park to the dog run to be chipped by NYC Parks. Meet at the bottom of the staircase at 231st and Riverdale Ave.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 430-1861

Location: West 231st Street & Riverdale Avenue (in Ewen Park)

]]> X019 Ewen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8815, -73.9096 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Van Cortlandt Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-van-cortlandt-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-van-cortlandt-park Date: October 20, 2012

Join the Friends of John Bachman Way on their first It's My Park Day as they clean up and plant daffodil bulbs. Volunteers should meet at the Park's entrance on Broadway and Van Cortlandt Park South.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 430-1857

Location: Van Cortlandt Park - SW Corner (in Van Cortlandt Park)

]]> X092 Van Cortlandt Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 3:00 pm 40.8866, -73.8979 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Liotti Ikefugi Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-liotti-ikefugi-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-liotti-ikefugi-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, Volunteers will be cleaning and removing weeds at Liotti Ikefugi Playground. Volunteers will also be planting bulbs in the front gardens and painting benches and retaining walls to help beautify the Park. The cleanup will be followed by an event to distribute donated Back to School supplies, as well as a movie night on the basketball courts.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 938-3000

Location: Liotti Ikefugi Playgound (in Liotti Ikefugi Playground)

]]> R037 Liotti Ikefugi Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 5:00 pm 40.6387, -74.0839 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Westerleigh Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-westerleigh-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-westerleigh-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, the Friends of Westerleigh Park will be cleaning, raking, and weeding at Westerleigh Park.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 11:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 442-0336

Location: Westerleigh Park

]]> R029 Westerleigh Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 11:00 pm 40.6198, -74.1345 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Bloomingdale Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-bloomingdale-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-bloomingdale-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning around the park and helping to spread woodchips in the Dog Run.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 356-7900

Location: Dog Run near Maguire Ave and Drumgoole Road West (in Bloomingdale Park)

]]> R106 Bloomingdale Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 1:00 pm 40.5309, -74.2112 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Birding: Raptor Migration]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/birding-raptor-migration http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/birding-raptor-migration Date: October 20, 2012

We offer birding programs throughout the year and our Exploration series focuses on unique wildlife viewing opportunities during particular seasons. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a Ranger to borrow a pair.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 421-2021

Location: Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park)

]]> B057 Marine Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 40.6047, -73.9298 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Vincent Daniels Square]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/vincent-daniels-square http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/vincent-daniels-square Date: October 20, 2012

Volunteers will help spruce up John Downing Triangle by painting the benches and planting bulbs.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time: 11:00 am

Contact phone:

Location: Vincent Daniels Square (in John Vincent Daniels Jr. Square)

]]> Q065 John Vincent Daniels Jr. Square 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:00 am 11:00 am 40.7441, -73.9133 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Health and Race Walking]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/health-and-race-walking http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/health-and-race-walking Date: October 20, 2012

The Central Park Conservancy offers weekly moderate to brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18+ years of all abilities. This low-impact fitness program is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone and strength, and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying Central Park’s beautiful landscapes.

Free and no pre-registration is required.

Start time: 9:30 am

End time: 11:00 am

Contact phone: (212) 348-4867

Location: North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park)

]]> M010 Central Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:30 am 11:00 am 40.7911, -73.9597 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Sunset Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sunset-park2 http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sunset-park2 Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning and weeding the garden beds and painting the fences.

Start time: 9:30 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 854-7969

Location: Triangle Garden (in Sunset Park)

]]> B087 Sunset Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:30 am 12:00 pm 40.6475, -74.0011 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[CANCELLED: It's My Park Day at Poppenhusen Triangle]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-poppenhusen-triangle http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-poppenhusen-triangle Date: October 20, 2012

Please note: this event has been cancelled.

On It's My Park Day, please join the Friends of Poppenhusen for a park cleanup.

Start time: 9:30 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 520-5913

Location: Poppenhusen Triangle (in Poppenhusen Park)

]]> Q042 Poppenhusen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 9:30 am 12:00 pm 40.7879, -73.8458 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park! Day at Prospect Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-prospect-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-prospect-park Date: October 20, 2012

Take this opportunity to care for this park in a very special part of Brooklyn. On It’s My Park! Day, our volunteers will be geared with brooms, shovels, rakes, and trash grabbers.

Join us at Lookout Hill for a major fall cleanup. Come down and bring a friend! Call for details.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 965-8960

Location: Lookout Hill (in Prospect Park)

]]> B073 Prospect Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.6579, -73.9711 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/4d9f6ad144c9d.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Tai Chi Chuan at Wave Hill (Beginners)]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/tai-chi-chuan-at-wave-hill-beginners http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/tai-chi-chuan-at-wave-hill-beginners Date: October 20, 2012

Quiet like a mountain, yet moving like a river, Tai Chi is a sequence of gentle movements based on images found in nature. Short and long form classes are led by Irving Yee, an active member of the William CC Chen Tai Chi School. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call (718) 549-3200 ext. 245 by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the class for weather updates. Registration opens on-site at 9:00 a.m.

Photo credit: Joshua Bright

Start time: 10:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 549-3200

Location: Wave Hill

]]> X209 Wave Hill 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 40.8987, -73.9125 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/4fa977014d3c5.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Monet's Garden at The New York Botanical Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/monets-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/monets-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden Date: October 20, 2012

This multifaceted exhibition examines the life and work of the Impressionist master by highlighting his passion for gardening and the inspiration he drew from his living masterpiece, the garden on the grounds of his home in Giverny, France. Monet's Garden has components in several venues throughout the Garden and has a rich assortment of programming, including concerts and family activities. The curator for this exhibition is Professor Paul Hayes Tucker, the World's foremost authorities on Monet and Impressionism.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: 718-817-8700

Location: Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park)

]]> X002 Bronx Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 40.8624, -73.8805 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Brooklyn Bridge Park Green Team]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/brooklyn-bridge-park-green-team http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/brooklyn-bridge-park-green-team Date: October 20, 2012

Garden along Brooklyn's beautiful waterfront! The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park. Weekly projects may include planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants. The Green Team is a wonderful opportunity to learn about gardening, enjoy nature, and make the park look its best.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Brooklyn Bridge Park: Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park)

]]> B431 Brooklyn Bridge Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7041, -73.9902 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Shibori Sensations]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/shibori-sensations http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/shibori-sensations Date: October 20, 2012

Join us to view a series of ornamental textiles inspired by the beauty of Staten Island’s Greenbelt.

This exhibit is made possible in part by a DCA Art Fund Grant from the Council on the Arts & Humanities for Staten Island, (COAHSI), with public funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

Silk Painting Workshop and Reception on Sunday September 29th from 2:00 PM -5:00 PM. For information and registration visit www.statenislandarts.org

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 5:00 pm

Contact phone:

Location: Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley)

]]> R129 Blood Root Valley 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 5:00 pm 40.5884, -74.1391 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Family Art Project at Wave Hill: Fairy Wands and Tiny Houses]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/family-art-project-at-wave-hill-fairy-wands-and-tiny-housesvaritas-magicas-y-casas-pequenitas http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/family-art-project-at-wave-hill-fairy-wands-and-tiny-housesvaritas-magicas-y-casas-pequenitas Date: October 20, 2012

Put some of nature’s magic into your own magical wand. Listen to fairy stories told by Rama Mandel and then venture into Wave Hill’s enchanted woodlands. Fashion sticks, leaves and bark into a tiny fairy-sized dwelling as part of a charmed forest metropolis. Enchanted Wave Hill Weekend event.

Photo credit: Joshua Bright

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 549-3200

Location: Wave Hill

]]> X209 Wave Hill 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8987, -73.9125 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/506490ecc785e.JPG Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[The Haunted Pumpkin Garden at The New York Botanical Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/the-haunted-pumpkin-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/the-haunted-pumpkin-garden-at-the-new-york-botanical-garden Date: October 20, 2012

From Saturday, October 6, through Wednesday, October 31, The Haunted Pumpkin Garden at The New York Botanical Garden will treat visitors to frightful Halloween fun. Experience the thrills and chills of the season with a garden full of intricately carved pumpkin sculptures, bugs, bats, parties, and parades. On October 20 and 21, master carver Ray Villafane of Food Network fame will transform humongous pumpkins into zombies and other unearthly creatures. Pumpkin sculptures of spooky scarecrows, frightening spiders, sneaky snakes, and more await discovery at every turn in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden. Every day, youngsters can play inside a “gourd-geous” Pumpkin House, put on a scary show at the Pumpkin Puppet Theater, learn about owls, and join a Halloween Parade, while every weekend offers even more treats.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (718) 817-8700

Location: Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park)

]]> X002 Bronx Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 40.8624, -73.8805 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/5061f5ec5fce7.jpg Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Carroll Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-carroll-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-carroll-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Carroll Park to clean up the park, weed and plant the garden beds and paint fences.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 4:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 574-0745

Location: Carroll Park

]]> B019 Carroll Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 4:00 pm 40.6811, -73.9954 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Sunset Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sunset-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-sunset-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Sunset Park for a general clean up of the park, painting projects, and weeding and planting of garden beds. Also there will be a folk dance demonstration.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 437-1413

Location: Sunset Park Playground (in Sunset Park)

]]> B087 Sunset Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 3:00 pm 40.6477, -74.0045 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Brower Park & Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brower-park-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brower-park-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, help the Friends of Brower Park clean-up and plant bulbs in the gardens near park entrances.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 273-6209

Location: Brower Park

]]> B012 Brower Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6736, -73.9431 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Shore Road Park - 97th Street]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Shore Road Parks Conservancy to clean up and weed the planted areas of the park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (646) 355-3709

Location: Shore Road Promenade (97th Street Entrance) (in Shore Park and Parkway)

]]> B082 Shore Park and Parkway 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.6152, -74.0377 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Shore Road Park - Narrows Botanical Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-shore-road-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Narrows Botanical Garden to weed and clean up the surrounding gardens. There may be some planting, as well.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 986-6355

Location: 71st St and Shore Road (in Shore Park and Parkway)

]]> B082 Shore Park and Parkway 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.6366, -74.0367 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Asser Levy Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-asser-levy-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-asser-levy-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning around the Asser Levy - September 11 Memorial Square. They will also be painting the fence surrounding the memorial as well as weeding and planting at the memorial.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 965-8902

Location: Asser Levy Playground (in Asser Levy Park)

]]> B080 Asser Levy Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.5752, -73.9722 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Kaiser Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kaiser-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kaiser-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Kaiser Park and their partners for 'Beyond The Sea Waterfront Celebration,' a full day of fun and educational happenings: beach cleanup, diving, marine education, arts and craft, underwater robots, waterfront walking tour, football clinic, music and special guests: Bill Evans, Weatherman from WABC-TV and Rod Roddenberry, son of the creator of Star Trek.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 6:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 504-2103

Location: Kaiser Park Parkhouse

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 6:00 pm 40.5785, -73.9954 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Glenwood Road Greenstreet Malls]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-glenwood-road-greenstreet-malls http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-glenwood-road-greenstreet-malls Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning up the Glenwood Mall Greenstreet and surrounding area. Volunteers will also be weeding and planting the garden beds.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 661-7100

Location: Glenwood Mall Greenstreet

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.6324, -73.9623 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Bowling Green]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-bowling-green http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-bowling-green Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Alliance for Downtown New York in preparing this lovely park for winter and spring. Come along and help plant some flower bulbs and green Lower Manhattan!

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 835-2763

Location: Broadway and Bowling Green (in Bowling Green)

]]> M007 Bowling Green 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7047, -74.0134 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Desalvio Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-desalvio-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-desalvio-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Desalvio Playground to clean-up and paint walls in this well-used neighborhood playground!

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: Desalvio Playground (in DeSalvio Playground)

]]> M218 DeSalvio Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.7216, -73.9961 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at James J. Walker Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-james-j-walker-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-james-j-walker-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, come to the playground at James J Walker Park for a fall family day where volunteers will be doing a clean up, sprucing up the playground with some painting, and listening to a children's musician. Does your family live nearby? Come along and help out!

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 202-1546

Location: James J. Walker Park (in James J Walker Park)

]]> M038 James J Walker Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.7298, -74.0061 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Kimlau Square]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kimlau-square http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kimlau-square Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, neighborhood residents will be planting bulbs at Kimlau Square on It's My Park Day to ensure bright spring flowers at this park!

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0216

Location: Kimlau Square

]]> M246 Kimlau Square 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.7134, -73.998 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Hells Kitchen Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-hells-kitchen-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-hells-kitchen-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the West 47th/48th Streets Block Association and Hell's Kitchen Park Conservancy to plant bulbs, prune, and clean up the park. Please bring your own gloves, if available.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0230

Location: Hells Kitchen Park (in Hell's Kitchen Park)

]]> M277 Hell's Kitchen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.763, -73.9926 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at East River Esplanade]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-east-river-esplanade http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-east-river-esplanade Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Upper Green Side, East River CREW and other local organizations to clean-up the East River Esplanade. Volunteers are also needed to help plant daffodils and bluebells and to paint the railing in the park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0283

Location: East River Esplanade

]]> M289 East River Esplanade 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.745, -73.9705 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at the East 75th & 76th Street Trees]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-east-75-75-street-tree http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-east-75-75-street-tree Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, help the East 75/76 Street Tree Stewards and students from Robert Wagner JHS to spread woodchips around their local tree pits and plant bulbs to beautify them for the spring.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0283

Location: 75th Street and 3rd Avenue

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.7717, -73.9592 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Montefiore Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-montefiore-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-montefiore-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Montefiore Neighborhood Park Association to help clean, rake, and plant bulbs at the entrance gardens. Please bring your own gloves, if available.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 370-7382

Location: Montefiore Park (in Montefiore Square)

]]> M055 Montefiore Square 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8216, -73.9536 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at St. Nicholas Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-nicholas-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-nicholas-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of St. Nicholas Park as they clean up, rake, and plant bulbs near the West 135th Street Plaza. Please bring your own gloves, if available.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 812-4868

Location: 135 Street Lawn (in St. Nicholas Park)

]]> M077 St. Nicholas Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8172, -73.9482 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Thomas Jefferson Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-thomas-jefferson-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-thomas-jefferson-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, the Dog Run Committee will be spreading new woodchips in the dog run, painting benches and planting bulbs around the run. Please join them to lend a hand.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0283

Location: Dog Run (in Thomas Jefferson Park)

]]> M047 Thomas Jefferson Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.7924, -73.9356 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Fort Washington Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-fort-washington-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-fort-washington-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Rocky Run Volunteers as they spread new woodchips in the run and beautify the surrounding space by planting various bulbs.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 706-1147

Location: West 165th Street and Riverside Drive

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 3:00 pm 40.841, -73.9446 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Highbridge Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-highbridge-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-highbridge-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Highbridge Canine Club for a clean-up of the dog run and planting of bulbs in the vicinity of the run.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 928-4015

Location: 191st Street and Amsterdam Avenue (in Highbridge Park)

]]> M037 Highbridge Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.8543, -73.9262 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Inwood Hill Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-inwood-hill-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-inwood-hill-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, come out to Homer's Run in Inwood Hill Park to help Inwood spread and level gravel in their run. Also, help out with some bulb planting around the periphery.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 408-0283

Location: Homers Dog Run (in Inwood Hill Park)

]]> M042 Inwood Hill Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8711, -73.9218 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at MacDonald Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-macdonald-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-macdonald-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Forest Hills Civic Association as they plant bulbs and get the park ready for fall.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 263-7636

Location: MacDonald Park Sitting Area (in MacDonald Park)

]]> Q207 MacDonald Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.722, -73.8462 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Catherine Turner Richardson Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-catherine-turner-richardson-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-catherine-turner-richardson-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, please join Douglaston Garden Club to plant daffodils, trim bushes and clean up the park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 520-5961

Location: Catharine Turner Richardson Park

]]> Q059 Catharine Turner Richardson Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 3:00 pm 40.7683, -73.7472 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Springfield Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-springfield-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-springfield-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, please join Friends of Springfield Park to clean the park, plant bulbs and water the flower beds.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 527-3678

Location: Springfield Park Comfort Station (in Springfield Park)

]]> Q107 Springfield Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.6635, -73.7597 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Brook Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brook-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-brook-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Brook Park as they clean, paint and plant in their community garden.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (646) 773-1513

Location: Brook Park Community Garden

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8089, -73.9184 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at St. Mary's Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-marys-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-st-marys-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the St. Mary's Park Recreation Center to help weed and plant bulbs in front of Recreation Center. Volunteers will also help spread woodchips throughout the park and paint benches.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 402-5155

Location: St. Mary's Recreation Center (in St. Mary's Park)

]]> X045 St. Mary's Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8108, -73.9147 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Dawson Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-dawson-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-dawson-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Wishing Well Gardeners to help weed and paint through out the garden. Volunteers can access the garden from Rev. Polite Ave, behind the playground.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 4:30 pm

Contact phone: (347) 524-9686

Location: Dawson Playground

]]> X164 Dawson Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 4:30 pm 40.8195, -73.8982 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Crotona Park & Victory Garden]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-crotona-park-victory-garden http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-crotona-park-victory-garden Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Crotona Park North Volunteers to help clean up, paint benches and paint the pipe rail in Crotona Park. Volunteers should enter the park at Crotona Park North and Marmion Avenue.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 583-5919

Location: Victory Garden

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8396, -73.8903 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Rock Garden Community Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-rock-garden-community-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-rock-garden-community-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the North Luba Block Association to help weed, plant bulbs and clean up in Rock Garden.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 689-6444

Location: Longfellow Ave. & 173rd St. (in Rock Garden Park)

]]> X273 Rock Garden Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8346, -73.8853 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Franz Sigel Park, Joyce Kilmer Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-franz-sigel-park-joyce-kilmer-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-franz-sigel-park-joyce-kilmer-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Franz Sigel Park and help with tree maintenance, bulb planting and clean up at Franz Sigel Park and Joyce Kilmer Park. Volunteers should enter the park at E153rd Street and Grand Concourse and meet at the park house.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 399-8487

Location: E. 153rd Street & Grand Concourse (in Franz Sigel Park)

]]> X047 Franz Sigel Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8213, -73.9258 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Henry A. Whalen Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-henry-a-whalen-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-henry-a-whalen-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Williamsbridge Oval to help paint benches, plant bulbs, and clean up.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (646) 938-0557

Location: Whalen Park

]]> X180 Whalen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8744, -73.8778 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Mosholu Gully]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-mosholu-gully http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-mosholu-gully Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Bedford Mosholu Community Association to help clean up, plant bulbs and paint the guard rails in the Mosholu Parkway Gully. Volunteers should enter the park at the Webster Avenue Comfort Station located on Mosholu Parkway and Webster Avenue.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 430-1861

Location: Mosholu Parkway and Webster Avenue

]]> 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.8686, -73.8814 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Soundview Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-soundview-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-soundview-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Friends of Soundview as they clean up, plant and host a series of visioning activities and projects for the park. Meet at the basketball courts located on Rosedale and Lacombe Aves.

Activities

10am - 2pm: Beautification projects include plantings (Daffodil bulbs) and cleanups.
10am - 1pm: Bronx River Ramble, a tour of Soundview! Meet group at Westchester Ave. & Elder Ave.
12pm - 3pm: Amplify Soundview Park. Share your ideas to co-design the future of the park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 788-8067

Location: Basketball Court at Lacombe and Rosedale Avenues (in Soundview Park)

]]> X118 Soundview Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 3:00 pm 40.8141, -73.8656 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Virginia Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-virginia-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-virginia-park Date: October 20, 2012

Join G.I.V.E on It's My Park Day at Virginia Park. Volunteers will clean up the park, garden area and plant bulbs. Meet at park entrance on Virginia Avenue and Westchester Avenue.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (347) 992-2860

Location: Virginia Park

]]> X148L1 Virginia Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8335, -73.8621 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Haffen Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-haffen-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-haffen-park Date: October 20, 2012

Join the Friends of Haffen Park on It's My Park Day as they clean up and plant daffodil bulbs in the gardens. Volunteers should meet at the Park Building in the center of the Park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (646) 623-3616

Location: Haffen Park Play Center (in Haffen Park)

]]> X196 Haffen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.8735, -73.8393 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Lt. Lia Playground]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-lt-lia-playground http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-lt-lia-playground Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, volunteers will be cleaning and removing weeds at Lt. Lia Playground. Volunteers will also be planting bulbs and helping to paint the benches.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 1:00 pm

Contact phone: (917) 886-4389

Location: Lt Lia Playground (in Lt. Lia Playground)

]]> R111 Lt. Lia Playground 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 1:00 pm 40.6436, -74.0798 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Tappen Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-tappen-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-tappen-park Date: October 20, 2012

On It's My Park Day, join the Historic Tappen Park Community Partnerships to help clean, rake, and weed the gardens around Tappen Park. Volunteers will also be participating in plantings in the gardens around the park.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 3:00 pm

Contact phone: (718)390-8016

Location: 111 Canal Street (in Tappen Park)

]]> R028 Tappen Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 3:00 pm 40.627, -74.0776 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Fall Community Planting Day in Bowling Green]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/fall-community-planting-day-in-bowling-green http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/fall-community-planting-day-in-bowling-green Date: October 20, 2012

The Alliance for Downtown New York is holding its annual kid-friendly Fall Community Planting Day on Saturday, October 20 at Bowling Green Park. We provide the tools, the activities and much, much more. This is a wonderful opportunity to volunteer while meeting your neighbors and other Lower Manhattan employees, visitors and organizations. This year, there will be facepainting, ballonmaking, pumpkin decorating and more for kids, and free refreshments provided by Whole Foods in Tribeca. The event is cosponsored by Con Edison, the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, Community Board 1, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Door LLP, Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, the FiDi Association, Grow NYC and Whole Foods.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (212) 566-6700

Location: Bowling Green

]]> M007 Bowling Green 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.705, -74.0137 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/50685667d97f9.png Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[Enchanted Wave Hill Weekend]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/enchanted-wave-hill-weekend http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/enchanted-wave-hill-weekend Date: October 20, 2012

There’s magic in the Bronx! Bring your little fairies and gnomes to Enchanted Wave Hill to construct a tiny house in the woods, fashioned from sticks and leaves (and a bit of pixie dust). Storyteller Rama Mandel weaves tales of Wave Hill’s fabled woodland fairies. Artist Janice Patrignani creates a dreamy setting for your enchanted activities—paint with her! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend thanks to the generous support of Target.

Photo credit: Joshua Bright

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 549-3200

Location: Wave Hill

]]> X209 Wave Hill 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.8987, -73.9125 http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_images/events/506c912da64c3.JPG Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Kissena Corridor Park]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kissena-corridor-park http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-kissena-corridor-park Date: October 20, 2012

Come join the Queensboro Hill Neighborhood Association on It's My Park Day as they plant bulbs.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 2:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 757-4444

Location: Kissena Corridor Park at 56th Avenue (in Kissena Corridor Park)

]]> Q300 Kissena Corridor Park 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 2:00 pm 40.7482, -73.826 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT <![CDATA[It's My Park Day at Rockaway Freeway - Beach 84 with ARF ARF]]> http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-rockaway-freeway-beach-84-with-arf-arf http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/10/20/its-my-park-day-at-rockaway-freeway-beach-84-with-arf-arf Date: October 20, 2012

Come out to join Arf Arf as they fill dog holes and clean up Freeway Dog Park on It's My Park Day.

Start time: 10:00 am

End time: 12:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 520-5961

Location: Rockaway Freeway/ Beach 84 (in Rockaway Freeway)

]]> Q219 Rockaway Freeway 2012-10-20 2012-10-20 10:00 am 12:00 pm 40.5912, -73.8085 Sat, 25 May 2013 09:58:09 EDT