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from January 17, 2019 to December 21, 2019
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Some of New York’s most iconic sights are found in Central Park, including the fountain at Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge. Join Central Park Conservancy guides for an insider’s look.
Category: Education, Nature, History, Tours
Plastics: Pelagic Peril - Extended
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
NOW EXTENDED! This exhibition focuses on the serious problem of ocean trash that affects the health of people, marine life, and local economies. It also features poignant images of marine life by local artists.
Category: Accessible, Education, Nature, Art, Volunteer
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Some of New York’s most iconic sights are found in Central Park, including the fountain at Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge. Join Central Park Conservancy guides for an insider’s look.
Category: Education, Nature, History, Tours
Preparing your Garden for Spring: Lunch Hour Learning Monthly Series
at Alley Pond Environmental Center, Queens
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
The workshop will cover soil testing, cover crops, compost application, and planning tips to help you get your garden rolling as soon as the weather warms up.
Category: Education, Nature, Talks
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Some of New York’s most iconic sights are found in Central Park, including the fountain at Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge. Join Central Park Conservancy guides for an insider’s look.
Category: Education, Nature, History, Tours
Central Park Tour: Stroll to Strawberry Fields
at Columbus Circle Information Kiosk (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Join us for a tour of the southwestern corner of Central Park. Tour includes the Maine Monument, Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, and Strawberry Fields.
Category: Education, Nature, History, Tours
Art Inspired By... Chuck Close
at Asser Levy Recreation Center (in Asser Levy Playground), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Create your own masterpiece inspired by work from famous artists using various art techniques. The series will include an overview of the artist or technique, followed by a hands-on workshop.
Category: Accessible, Education, Art
Free!
DJ Clinic Series
at Al Oerter Recreation Center (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Whether it is basic mixing or advanced skills with scratching and blends, if you have a love for music and the art of djing, you will enjoy this two-hour clinic series.
Category: Education, Best for Kids
Free!
Kids
Saturday, January 19, 2019
Cunningham Park - Trail work
at SE corner of Union Turnpike and Francis Lewis Blvd. (in Cunningham Park), Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants as well as close trails in order to help restore the forest and create a healthier ecosystem.
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer
Free!
Forest Restoration: Jones Woods Park
at Franklin Avenue and Arnold Street (in Jones Woods Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help create a healthier ecosystem.
Category: Education, Nature, Volunteer
Free!
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