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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:33:57 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[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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:33:57 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

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