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Wild NYC is at the other end of your doorstep! Explore New York's urban forests, streams, and wildlife with these fun outdoor activities.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan 
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
STEAM Camp
at Dyckman Farmhouse Museum (in Dyckman House Museum), Manhattan
9:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Dr. A of Storefront Science for explorations in ethnobotany, plant structure and function, food chains, energy, nutrition, and more!
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Fun Stuff in The Park-Wonder Park Puppets: The Lion & The Mouse
at Playground for All Children (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a free series of children's performances featuring acrobatics, music, puppets, and more.
Free!
Kids
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Sharing our Farm Traditions: Agroecology
at Far Rock Farm, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Manager of Urban Agriculture at The Campaign Against Hunger Victor (Sumaq) Flores and the lead farmer of Far Rock Farm for a farm tour and demonstration of agroecological methods.
Free!
Event
Water’s Edge Garden Tour
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants, and trees that can be found in the Water’s Edge Garden!
Free!
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, July 19, 2018
STEAM Camp
at Dyckman Farmhouse Museum (in Dyckman House Museum), Manhattan
9:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Dr. A of Storefront Science for explorations in ethnobotany, plant structure and function, food chains, energy, nutrition, and more!
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Kids
Soil Science: Facts & Field Tests
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Aggregates, soil texture, the rhizosphere – what on Earth are we talking about? Facts & Field Tests provides a foundation for your soil explorations.
Event
Drawing During the Golden Hour
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Artists of all levels are invited to experience the “golden hour” light and draw different areas of the Garden in a group setting.
Kids
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a short evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Friday, July 20, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
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.
Family Camping: Manhattan
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family. Registratioin is required. Participants are chosen by lottery.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, July 21, 2018
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Cunningham Park Trail Work
at Union Turnpike & Francis Lewis Blvd
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to do trail work in Cunningham Park! Come dressed in sturdy boots or shoes, long pants, and clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers are encouraged…
Free!
Event
Family Art Project: Spray a Garden
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Add the colors of summer to a garden painting made without brushes, inspired by all the flowering plants in the garden.
Free!
Kids
Excursion: Clearwater Sail on the Hudson
at Wave Hill, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Setting sail from the Yonkers Pier, get closer to the majestic Palisades and experience the serenity of the river.
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Genesis GCGB Rain Barrel Giveaway
at Genesis Community Garden, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Genesis GCGB Community Garden Bronx and Vanessa L. Gibson, the Council member for the 16th District of the New York City Council, are sponsoring a rain barrel Giveaway.
Free!
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Event
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Stop and Prune the Roses
at Jenny's Garden, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Let your roses be the star of the show through proper pruning and caretaking.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Free!
Animal of the Month Club: Northern Harrier
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
The Norhtern Harrier is considered one of the most agile and acrobatic raptor in North America. Join the Urban Park Rangers in Brookfield Park as we look for the Northern Harrier.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Healthy Summer Party
at Harlem Grown 134th Street Farm, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Enjoy wellness activities like yoga, fitness workouts, nutritious food demonstrations, and healthy snacks at our 134th Street farm!
Free!
Woody Crest: Walking Tour
at Yankee Stadium, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Bronx County Historical Society Education Coordinator on a this free tour!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Farm & Compost Tour
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Discover what’s behind the scenes at QBG Farm & Compost!
Event
Nature Exploration Hike
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
On our hikes, you can gain orienteering skills, explore our city’s rich history, or just take an hour to unplug from the world.
Free!
Natures Workshop: Gardening 101
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Discover gardening made easy. Whether you are a new gardener or an experienced one, we can help you learn new things and grow your garden.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Fort Tryon Kids: Nature in Disguise
at 190th Street Subway Terrace (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Come join us as we meet and touch live animals, and learn about what makes them unique.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Event
Snug Harbor Horticulture Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Rediscover Snug Harbor on our summer horticulture tours! Snug Harbor's stunning and unique gardens lend beauty to every season.
Wildflower Meadow Tour
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow!
Free!
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Night Alive! Nocturnal Nature Hike
at Oakland Lake (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Experience the lake like never before with evening adventures featuring fish, bats, nocturnal creatures, and more!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Family Art Project: Spray a Garden
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Add the colors of summer to a garden painting, inspired by all the flowering plants in the garden.
Kids
The New York City Naturalist Club: Raptors of Inwood Hill Park
at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
The New York City Naturalist Club hosts a birding expedition, during which guests of all skill levels can watch for eagles under the guidance of the Urban Park Rangers. Binoculars are encouraged.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Nature Exploration Hike (Moderate)
at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Moderate hikes are longer, faster-paced on rugged terrain. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes or boots, bring water and pack a light snack.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Toddler Tales You’re My Little Bunny
at Alley Pond Environmental Center, Queens
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Encourage your child’s love of reading by sharing a nature-related story. Create a nature craft, meet some of APEC’s animals, and enjoy a nature walk.
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Bokashi Workshop
at Smiling Hogshead Ranch, Queens
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Bokashi composting, which is processed in a closed container enabling you to put meat and dairy in with the vege and fruit scraps, is a faster, less stinky, clean way of composting.
Free!
Family Camping: Brooklyn
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Camping with the Urban Park Rangers and your family is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories. Registration required.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 23, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
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.
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Greenbelt on the Go: Morning Hikes for Adults in Green Spaces throughout Staten Island
at Martlings Avenue Bridge (in Clove Lakes Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join us for a leisurely walk through Clove Lakes Park and discover a few of the unique features that make that park special.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Turn & Learn Compost Work Day (NYC Compost Project)
at Compost Demonstration Site (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
The best way to learn about compost is to make it, and attending our Turn & Learn Compost Work Days with the NYC Compost Project hosted by Snug Harbor will make you a pro.
Free!
Forest Stewards: Teen and Adult Volunteering
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Inwood Hill Park Evening Ecology Walk with Gabriel Willow
at 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Explore the ancient forest and salt marsh, discover glacial markings and potholes, and learn about the local wildlife!
Free!
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Dance Away the Night: Salsa with Piel Canela Dance
at South Beach Gazebo (in Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach), Staten Island
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Dance to the sounds of DJ Cocotaso as he spins salsa, merengue, bachata, and more!
Free!
Bronx Kill Salt Marsh Tour
at Randall's Island Connector (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Discover the ecological importance of a salt marsh, view wildlife up close, and learn how the Island’s history has shaped our natural areas!
Free!
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
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.
Queens Botanical Garden Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Event
Evening Cocktail & Craft: Henna and Hops
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join Henna Darling to explore the botanical and cultural importance of henna: see the henna plant, learn to prepare henna paste, and practice this unique art form.
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a short evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Marvelous Moths Walk and Talk
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
In recognition of National Moth Week, join environmental educator and moth enthusiast Pam Golben for a special, twilight, mothing adventure.
Friday, July 27, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
The Buzz about Bees
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
A local beekeeper from Beezy Bees Honey will share information about local hives, show a demonstration hive and beekeeping equipment, and teach about different types of pollinators.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Community Fridays at the Foodway
at The Foodway (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Spend your summer at the Foodway with an evening of free activities in Concrete Plant Park!
Free!
Thunderbird 40th Annual Grand Mid-Summer Pow Wow
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
New York City's oldest and largest pow wow will feature three days of intertribal Native American dance competitions to which the public is invited.
Event
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Event
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Woodstock Street Tree Care
at E. 156th Street and Tinton Avenue, Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Come work with NYC Parks Stewardship to care for local street trees, and learn how to aerate, cultivate, mulch, and identify street trees.
Free!
Event
Bronx Food and Farm Walking Tour: South Bronx
at Cypress Avenue 6 Train Station, Bronx
9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
This farm walking tour features the bounty of fresh food grown in the Bronx and available at local farmers markets.
Thunderbird 40th Annual Grand Mid-Summer Pow Wow
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
New York City's oldest and largest pow wow will feature three days of inter-tribal Native American dance competitions.
Event
Family Art Project: Cool-off Colors Collage
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
The colors of teal, cobalt, cerulean, and cornflower blue make for cool, summer collages.
Free!
Kids
Prospect Park Super Hike (Moderate)
at Grand Army Plaza Arch (in Grand Army Plaza), Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Rangers will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Our moderate hikes are longer, faster-paced hikes on rugged terrain.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Free!
Trees of Central Park Super Hike (Vigorous)
at Central Park, Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Take a hike with the Rangers and discover how trees contribute to the health of an urban park woodland.
Registration is required.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Baylander Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Geological Pets with Aiysha Mayfield
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us as we explore the Park’s geological topography and transform rock samples into awesome Pet Rocks.
Free!
Kids
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Snug Harbor Heritage Farm Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Rediscover Snug Harbor on one of our summer tours! Snug Harbor’s Heritage Farm is a better-than-organic 2.5 acre sustainable urban farm, now in its seventh growing season
Family Camping & Astronomy: Queens
at Alley Pond Park, Queens
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an overnight adventure that includes star gazing. Registration is required.
Free!
Kids
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Saturday Night Alive! Spicebush Swallowtail Larvae Stakeout
at Oakland Lake (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Experience the lake like never before with evening adventures featuring fish, bats, nocturnal creatures, and more!
Free!
Kids
Moth Night
at Pleasant Village Community Garden (in ), Manhattan
7:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
There will be a talk on moths and their life cycles, food, and habitat, and then a bit about the declining monarch butterflies by David Yakim of the Metropolitan Monarch Alliance.
Free!
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Thunderbird 40th Annual Grand Mid-Summer Pow Wow
at Queens County Farm Museum (in Queens Farm Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
New York City's oldest and largest pow wow will feature three days of inter-tribal Native American dance competitions.
Event
Yoga in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a morning yoga class in the gardens, offered in partnership with Yoga Haven.
Family Art Project: Cool-off Colors Collage
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
The colors of teal, cobalt, cerulean, and cornflower blue make for cool, summer collages.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Hallett Nature Sanctuary and the Pond
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join our guides for this exclusive tour of the Hallett Nature Sanctuary, one of the most magical places in the Park.
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Living with Urban Coyotes
at Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
The Urban Park Rangers will present information about urban coyotes and share tips of coexisting with coyotes.
Free!
Animal of the Month: Northern Harrier
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers in Brookfield Park as we look for this acrobatic raptor, the Norther Harrier.
Free!
Discovering Dragonflies
at Visitors Parking Lot, Nevada Avenue (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Children ages 8+ will get to know these colorful marvels of the summer skies.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
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.
Monday, July 30, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Greenbelt on the Go: Morning Hikes for Adults in Wolfe's Pond Park
at Wolfe's Pond Park Comfort Station (in Wolfe's Pond Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the picturesque views of Wolfe's Pond Park, as we point out unique features that make the park special.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Forest Stewards: Teen and Adult Volunteering
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Propagation From Cuttings
at New Vision Garden (in ), Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Learn from East New York Farms! Community Educator Cheryl Browne about how to reproduce more of your favorite plants from cuttings.
Free!
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
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.
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Sunset Wednesdays: Live Music on The Great Lawn - Phoebe Hunt & the Gatherers
at Wave Hill, Bronx
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
An accomplished Americana instrumentalist with foundations in jazz and swing music, Phoebe Hunt has a skill for taking seemingly disparate elements and pulling them together.
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Art Workshop Series Begins: Drawn to Color
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Compose intimate portraits of Wave Hill’s loveliest summer blooms by layering and blending soft pastels in a two-day, intensive mini-course.
OnBehalfof.Life: Bronx Edition
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Talk with federal officials about environmental issues and policies along the Bronx River.
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Stories in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Each week, Wave Hill educators share some of their favorite nature stories.
Kids
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Kids
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a short evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Friday, August 3, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Saturday, August 4, 2018
Wildlife Tour: High Line as Habitat
at The High Line, Manhattan
8:00 a.m.–9:15 a.m.
Tour the High Line with horticulturist and resident wildlife expert, Maryanne Stubbs.
Free!
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Coastal Clean Up with Riverside Park Conservancy and TRASH HERO NY
at 59th Street Mound (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Riverside Park Conservancy partners with TRASH HERO NY to remove trash and recyclables that are brought in with the tides and pile up along the Hudson River coastline.
Free!
Event
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Family Art Project: On Storytelling and the Land
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
In this exhibit, activist and exhibiting artist Alicia Grullon will pose the question, “What connects us to the land?”
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Nature's Workshop: Earth Art
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This hands-on workshop will engage participants in their surrounding landscape to create site-specific art pieces from objects found in nature.
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Baisley Pond Park, Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Few experiences compare with being on the open water in New York City. Program is for ages 8 years and older. First-come, First-served.
Free!
Herbal Medicine Workshop and Demonstration with Karen Rose
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
In this hands-on medicine making class we will focus on creating a home first aid kit for summer maladies.
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Performance: INSITU Site-Specific Dance Festival
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
1:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
INSITU is a unique, two-day site-specific dance festival presented at Socrates and three other Long Island City public waterfront parks.
Free!
Seasonal Garden Tour: Farm & Compost
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Discover what’s behind the scenes at QBG Farm & Compost.
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Watercolor Workshop: On the Farm
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
In this seasonal series of classes, learn the basic techniques of painting with watercolors with artist Chemin Hsiao.
Kids
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.
Snug Harbor Horticulture Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Learn more than you ever thought possible with these deep dives into our most fascinating flora and foliage.
Water’s Edge Garden Tour
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Learn about the flowers, wildlife, plants and trees that can be found in the Water’s Edge Garden!
Free!
Family Camping: Bronx
at Pelham Bay Park, Bronx
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
We camp to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with our families. Registration for this program is required. Registration opens on July 25.
Free!
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Stargaze Saturdays
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Manhattan provides a great backdrop as we peer heavenward to see celestial wonders.
Free!
Ranger's Choice: Little Red Lighthouse Lantern Tour
at Fort Washington Park, Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Join us as we explore this unique landmark at night. Space is limited and participants are chosen via lottery. Register on Wednesday, July 25.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 5, 2018
Family Art Project: On Storytelling and the Land
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Activist and exhibiting artist Alicia Grullon poses the question “What connects us to the land?”
Free!
Kids
Seining
at Little Bay Parking Lot (in Little Bay Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This program is recommended for ages 8 years and older. Get ready to get your hands wet; seining programs use nets to catch fish. First-come, first-served.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Animal of the Month Club: Frogs
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Frogs are often found in NYC Parks and play an important role in ecological diversity. Join the Urban Park Rangers as we search for these amphibians and learn why they are unique.
Free!
Kids
Freshwater Fishing
at Harlem Meer (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Catch-and-release fishing is a great way to get outdoors and discover nature just a few blocks from home.
Free!
Event
Performance: INSITU Site-Specific Dance Festival
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
1:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
INSITU is a unique, two-day site-specific dance festival presented at Socrates and three other Long Island City public waterfront parks.
Free!
Seasonal Garden Tour: Dye Plants
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Tours will visit the Herb Garden and QBG Farm, and feature plants we use to create botanical dyes.
Kids
What's in Bloom in the Heather Garden? August Tour
at Heather Garden (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Take a walking tour of the Heather Garden in Fort Tryon Park with horticulturist Madeline Byrne and learn about the dozens of plants currently in bloom.
Free!
Seining
at Neptune Avenue and Bayview Avenue, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
This program is recommended for ages 8 years and older. Get ready to get your hands wet; seining programs use nets to catch fish. First-come, first-served.
Free!
Event
Hapa-Zone Garden by Dyed in Queens
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Learn the art of hapa-zome, imprinting natural dyes of plants into fabric with a hammer.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Monday, August 6, 2018
Garden Camp for Kids at Morris-Jumel Mansion
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Morris-Jumel staff gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardening, bugs, botany, history, and everything in between!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Garden Camp for Kids at Morris-Jumel Mansion
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Morris-Jumel staff gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardening, bugs, botany, history, and everything in between!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Forest Stewards: Teen and Adult Volunteering
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more.
Free!
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.
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
FrogWatch USA in the Greenbelt: Monthly Monitoring Sessions
at Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
8:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
We will hike within the Greenbelt to listen for frogs, and record data as part of a national citizen science initiative. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. Program suitable for…
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Garden Camp for Kids at Morris-Jumel Mansion
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Morris-Jumel staff gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardening, bugs, botany, history, and everything in between!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, August 9, 2018
Garden Camp for Kids at Morris-Jumel Mansion
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Morris-Jumel staff gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardening, bugs, botany, history, and everything in between!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Stories in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Each week, Wave Hill educators share some of their favorite nature stories.
Kids
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Kids
Evening Cocktail & Craft: Desert Dish Succulent Terrarium
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Pick from a large selection of cacti and succulents to create an open-air succulent terrarium in a ceramic container and learn tips for succulent care & enjoy a tequila cocktail.
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a short evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Free!
Summer Stargazing
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Prepare for the Perseid meteor shower, this summer’s most anticipated celestial show! Look up and get ready for an out-of-this-world experience an astronomer and science educator.
Friday, August 10, 2018
Garden Camp for Kids at Morris-Jumel Mansion
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Morris-Jumel staff gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardening, bugs, botany, history, and everything in between!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
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.
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.
Saturday, August 11, 2018
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Family Art Project: Be a Bee
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Outfit yourself with wings, antennae, a pollen cup, and a kazoo to hum with. Buzz around in a hive of six-sided cells and forage in the flowers.
Free!
Kids
Pond Pals
at Alley Pond Environmental Center, Queens
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The program will include a nature hike to Windmill Pond, meeting pond animals, and making a pond diorama.
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Bees and Beekeeping Info Station
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Chat with beekeepers, try on beekeeping gear, peek inside a hive, and learn fascinating facts about honeybees.
Free!
Kids
Soil Food Web Workshop (NYC Compost Project)
at Compost Demonstration Site (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Go with the NYC Compost Project, hosted by Snug Harbor, on a soil organism safari and gain a better understanding of what the soil ecosystem looks like and how soil biodiversity is crucial for health.
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays.
Free!
Event
Summer on the Hudson: Baylander Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Salsa with Piel Canela Dance
at St. Mary's Park, Bronx
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Dance to the sounds of DJ Cocotaso as he spins salsa, merengue, bachata, and more!
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Honey Extraction Demonstration
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Drop in and see the sticky process of extracting honey from the comb with our resident bee experts.
Compost Tea & Extract
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Make a compost brew for your thirsty plants! Compost tea allows you to spread the wealth of your compost pile by creating an explosion of beneficial bacteria and fungi found in compost.
Dinosaurs Rock
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago, search for fossils and rocks, then create a colossal craft.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Turn & Learn Compost Work Day (NYC Compost Project)
at Compost Demonstration Site (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
The best way to learn about compost is to make it, and attending our Turn & Learn Compost Work Days with the NYC Compost Project hosted by Snug Harbor will make you a pro.
Free!
Seining
at Bayview Avenue and Johnston Terrace (in Lemon Creek Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
This program is recommended for ages 8 years and older. Get ready to get your hands wet; seining programs use nets to catch fish. First-come, first-served.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Snug Harbor Heritage Farm Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Snug Harbor’s Heritage Farm is a better-than-organic 2.5 acre sustainable urban farm, now in its seventh growing season.
Great Hudson River Fish Count
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Naturalists along our waterfront as we strap on waders and pull nets to look for fish and other creatures that call the waters around Randall’s Island home.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Underwater Neighbors of Riverside Park
at The Plaza at 66th Street (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join the educators from Hudson River Sloop Clearwater to catch, observe, and identify fish and invertebrates.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping & Astronomy: Brooklyn
at Prospect Park, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an overnight adventure that includes star gazing. Registration is required.
Free!
Kids
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Night Hike
at Albert H. Mauro Playground (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
What lurks around at night? Find out as the Urban Park Rangers lead a hike through Flushing Meadows Corona Park under the cover of darkness.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Celebration of Ingmar Bergman - Movie Screening: Autumn Sonata
at Garibaldi Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
8:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Autumn Sonata was the only collaboration between cinema’s two great Bergmans: Ingmar, the iconic director of The Seventh Seal, and Ingrid, the monumental star of Casablanca.
Free!
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Summer Birding with Gabriel Willow
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Naturalist Gabriel Willow contributes his extensive knowledge of diverse bird species and their behavior on these walks through the gardens and woodlands.
Family Art Project: Be a Bee
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join in a bee parade and do a bee dance in a cardboard hive.
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
Bees and Beekeeping Info Station
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Chat with beekeepers, try on beekeeping gear, peek inside a hive, and learn fascinating facts about honeybees.
Candle-Making Drop-in Workshop
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Try your hand at creating an assortment of beeswax candles to take home and enjoy.
Freshwater Fishing
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
You can try to hook a pumpkinseed sunfish, carp or chain pickerel. This program is recommended for ages 8 years and older. Participation is first-come, first-served.
Free!
Kids
The New York City Naturalist Club: Nature Exploration
at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Hiking is the ultimate way to enjoy the outdoors and a fun way to reduce stress. Regardless of the intensity level, it is a great way to burn calories and stay fit.
Free!
Sensory Perception Hike
at Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Use all of your senses and explore the park, searching high and low for clues with the Urban Park Rangers as your guide.
Free!
Kids
Honey Extraction Demonstration
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Drop in and see the sticky process of extracting honey from the comb with our resident bee experts.
Family Nature Walk
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join naturalist and educator Gabriel Willow on a family-friendly walk through the gardens or woodlands.
Kids
Solar Astronomy
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
With special filtered telescopes you can observe the sun safely without hurting your eyes. See for yourself what the sun's surface and atmosphere look like—93 million miles away.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Music in the Garden: Women's Raga Massive
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Join Women’s Raga Massive for a series of improvised pieces, original works, and raga-inspired tributes to female heroes, embodying the collaborative and communal spirit of life.
Event
Monday, August 13, 2018
Middle School Field Course Begins: Invasives in the City
at Wave Hill, Bronx
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Participants will immerse themselves in the science of ecology through woodland hikes, field investigations, and nature journaling.
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
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.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Wildflower Meadow Tour
at Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Learn about the flowers, plants, wildlife and trees that can be found in the Wildflower Meadow!
Free!
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Stories in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Each week, Wave Hill educators share some of their favorite nature stories.
Kids
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park Tour – French (Française)
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Faire une visite guidée et laisser les Guides du Central Park Conservancy vous donner la vue de l’initié de quelques-unes des caractéristiques les plus emblématiques du meilleur parc urbain du monde.
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.
Arts Culture & Fun: Make Your Mark: Rooftop Painting Workshop
at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join artist Amy Digi for an outdoor water color painting and monotypes printmaking workshop at sunset, hosted in partnership with the Art Students League’s Seeds of the League…
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Kids
Friday, August 17, 2018
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Central Park Tour: The North Woods – Spanish (Español)
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
El North Woods es el área de bosques más grande del Parque que ofrece a la gente y vida silvestre un refugio forestal de 40 acres en medio de la ciudad de Nueva York.
Family Camping: Bronx
at Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Camping affords us the opportunity to unplug from the diversions of everyday life and to laugh and play with our families. Registration is required.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping: Queens
at Alley Pond Park, Queens
7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Camping with the Urban Park Rangers and your family is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories. Registration required.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Lucia Rappa: Au Naturel
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Artist Lucia Rappa’s exhibition “Au Naturel” explores the contrasts and similarities between the human form and nature.
Free!
Family Art Project: Fishy Fun
at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Turn colorful paper bags into fantastic 3-D fish that can swim through the air and flutter home with you.
Free!
Kids
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Urban Farming 101: Vermicomposting with Jennifer Plewka
at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Red Wiggler worms process large quantities of food waste indoors, turning it into an extremely rich form of compost to feed back to the Earth, or your houseplants. Join us for a hands-on Wormshop at the Park!
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Wave Hill History Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Discover the fascinating history of Wave Hill’s architecture and landscape on a walk with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Watercolor Workshop: Orchids
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
In this seasonal series of classes, learn the basic techniques of painting with watercolors with artist Chemin Hsiao.
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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Family Camping: Staten Island
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
We camp to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with our families. Registration for this program is required.
Free!
Kids
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping: Manhattan
at Central Park, Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family. Registratioin is required. Participants are chosen by lottery.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Forest Park Super Hike (Vigorous)
at Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
This extensive hike of Forest Park highlights the hiking trails of Forest Park. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes or boots, packing a light snack, and bringing water.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Survival Series: Forest First Aid
at Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world, and that might just save your life.
Free!
Medicinal Plants Hike
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City parks, and teach you about medicinal plants in the area.
Free!
Rangers Choice: Three Sisters Garden Planting
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Three Sisters Garden is a wonderful way to feel more connected to the history of this land, regardless of our ancestry.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park Tour – French (Française)
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Faire une visite guidée et laisser les Guides du Central Park Conservancy vous donner la vue de l’initié de quelques-unes des caractéristiques les plus emblématiques du meilleur parc urbain du monde.
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.
Monday, August 20, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Forest Stewards: Teen and Adult Volunteering
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Plants as Medicine
at UCC Youth Farm, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Learn how to make tinctures and other herbal remedies using plants growing in your garden!
Free!
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
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.
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Dance Away the Night with the City Stompers
at South Beach Gazebo (in Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach), Staten Island
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
NYC Parks and the City Stompers invite you to get on your feet and move to the sounds of live American fiddle music.
Free!
Event
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Stories in the Garden
at Wave Hill, Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Each week, Wave Hill educators share some of their favorite nature stories.
Kids
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Iyan ati Egusi: An Exploration of Wild and Indigenous Food
at Hattie Carthan Garden (in Hattie Carthan Community Garden), Brooklyn
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
We will go beyond our traditional garden greens of collard and kale to explore some wild and indigenous greens from West Africa and beyond through storytelling, cooking, and planting.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Extended Summer Evenings
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
QBG is extending its open hours so you can enjoy twilight at the garden every Thursday evening in July and August.
Kids
Drawing During the Golden Hour
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Artists of all levels are invited to experience the “golden hour” light and draw different areas of the Garden in a group setting.
Arts Culture & Fun: Make Your Mark: Rooftop Painting Workshop
at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join artist Amy Digi for an outdoor water color painting and monotypes printmaking workshop at sunset, hosted in partnership with the Art Students League’s Seeds of the League…
Free!
Friday, August 24, 2018
Opening Day: Herbaria
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Through the preserved collection of specimens presented as part of Herbaria, explore the large variety of plant species that grow at QBG.
Event
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Fitness in the Park
at Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions.
Free!
Flora and Fauna Discovery Walk
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Join Morris-Jumel Gardener Karen Waltuch and NYC Naturalist Ivan Kuraev for a morning of exploration in our favorite park. Advanced registration is strongly suggested.
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour
at Vanderbilt Gate (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Animal of the Month Club: Frogs
at Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we search for these amphibians and learn why they are unique.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Baylander Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Seed Keeping: Storytelling and How to Save Seeds
at UCC Youth Farm, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Keeping seeds connects us to our past and to our collective future. Come explore the "why" and "how" of saving seeds and the stories they hold through discussion and hands-on practice.
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble
at Loeb Boathouse (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.
Free!
Kids
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.
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.
White Island Sunset Canoe Trip (Advanced)
at Marine Park, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Explore the waters of Gerritsen Creek and paddle by this special island where only wildflowers and wild birds reside. Prior canoe experience required. Registration is required.
Free!
Storytime in the Garden
at Poppa & Momma Jones Historical Garden, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
We're having story reading in the garden every Saturday to encourage summer literacy. Each book will be cross-content areas of Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Free!
Kids
Twilight Canoe Adventure
at Central Park, Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening canoeing as the twilight turns into evening. Participants must have prior canoe experience and must be able to demonstrate proper technique. Registration required.
Free!
Stargazing Club: The Full Moon
at Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
The full moon will be on full display for viewing through a telescope.
Free!
Sunday, August 26, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
Central Park Tour: The North Woods
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us for this tour around tumbling waterfalls, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools, led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights include Harlem Meer, Huddlestone Arch, the Loch, Glenspan Arch, several cascades, and the Pool.
Free!
Birding
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
Monday, August 27, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Forest Stewards: Teen and Adult Volunteering
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more.
Free!
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.
Sowing Late Summer and Fall Crops
at Charles W. Cooke Farm, Bronx
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Join us as we plant vegetables for the fall harvest at this urban farm. Learn which plants are best for the cooler weather.
Free!
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
Community Days at Conference House Park
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Explore and help maintain the three community-designed gardens: vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, meditation, exercise, and more.
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Less Salt, More Herbs!
at Howard Houses Urban Farm, Brooklyn
5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Learn how to incorporate more fresh, flavorful herbs from the garden into your cooking to help season meats and other favorite dishes!
Free!
Free Yoga at Sherman Creek Park
at Swindler Cove (in Sherman Creek), Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!
Free!
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
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.
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Travel past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and on to the Dairy, with this tour of southern park highlights led by Central Park Conservancy tour guides.
Free!
Friday, August 31, 2018
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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.
Prospect Park Nature Exploration
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
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.
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.
Community Fridays at the Foodway
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Get the most out of the dog days of summer with free activities at Concrete Plant Park by the Foodway!
Free!
Saturday, September 1, 2018
Wildlife Tour: High Line as Habitat
at The High Line, Manhattan
8:00 a.m.–9:15 a.m.
Tour the High Line with horticulturist and resident wildlife expert, Maryanne Stubbs.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Composting 101 with Joanne
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come learn the basics of how to turn your food scraps into compost for your garden.
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Stargaze Saturdays
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Manhattan provides a great backdrop as we peer heavenward to see celestial wonders.
Free!
Sunday, September 2, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Arts Culture & Fun: Make Your Mark: Rooftop Painting Workshop
at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join artist Amy Digi for an outdoor water color painting and monotypes printmaking workshop at sunset, hosted in partnership with the Art Students League’s Seeds of the League…
Free!
Friday, September 7, 2018
Family Camping: Staten Island
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
We camp to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with our families. Registration for this program is required.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Bronx River Estuary Paddle
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on a 2.5-mile paddling adventure and explore the estuary sections of the Bronx River!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Baylander Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping: Queens
at Fort Totten Park, Queens
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Camping with the Urban Park Rangers and your family is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories. Registration required.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping: Manhattan
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family. Registratioin is required. Participants are chosen by lottery.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 9, 2018
Children's Gardening Workshop: Critters of the Garden
at North Pacific Playground, Brooklyn
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Friends of North Pacific Playground and Garden invite you to join us for FREE Children's gardening workshops...
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Arts Culture & Fun: Make Your Mark: Rooftop Painting Workshop
at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join artist Amy Digi for an outdoor water color painting and monotypes printmaking workshop at sunset, hosted in partnership with the Art Students League’s Seeds of the League…
Free!
Friday, September 14, 2018
Summer on the Hudson: Birding Walks
at 120th Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Explore Riverside Park on a family-friendly bird walk. Who knows what birds we'll discover while taking in views of the Hudson River!
Free!
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Farmhouse Family Day
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore NYC's oldest house! Enjoy scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration, and hands-on activities!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Arts, Culture & Fun: Dance Away with the City Stompers
at John J Carty Park, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
NYC Parks and the City Stompers invite you to get on your feet and move to the sounds of live American fiddle music.
Free!
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 16, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, September 20, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Saturday, September 22, 2018
Bird Watching at the Reservoir
at Ridgewood Reservoir, Queens
8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Start your day with an early morning bird watching walk led by the Brooklyn Bird Club.
Free!
Event
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Baylander Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck. Learn about the project's latest effort to restore our harbor!
Free!
Kids
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Garden Crafts for Adults
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Why should kids get to have all the fun? Join Morris-Jumel Gardener Karen Waltuch for an inspired afternoon of garden-related colonial and modern crafts for adults.
Sunday, September 23, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Friday, September 28, 2018
Community Fridays at the Foodway
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Calling all paddlers! Come explore the tidal section of the Bronx River!
Free!
Saturday, September 29, 2018
Bronx River Estuary Paddle
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on a 2.5-mile paddling adventure and explore the estuary sections of the Bronx River!
Get Hooked!
at Southern waterfront across from the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Get up close and personal with the fish and wildlife that live along our shoreline. Try your hand at fishing while learning about amazing underwater habitats at this free event.
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.
Free!
Kids
Family Camping: Brooklyn
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
Camping with the Urban Park Rangers and your family is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories. Registration required.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, October 4, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Saturday, October 6, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 14, 2018
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Our farmers have planted some surprising and interesting produce this year so we encourage you to come visit! All ages welcome.
Free!
Kids
Harvest Festival
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan, Field 62 - 63 (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join the Randall’s Island Park Alliance for a free, family-friendly celebration of fall, featuring pumpkin decorating, face painting, kite flying, live musical performances, and more.
Free!
Kids
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, October 18, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Upper River Paddle
at 219th Street and Bronx Boulevard, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on a paddling adventure and explore the fresh water sections of the Bronx River!
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Tour The Battery
at Netherland Monument (in The Battery), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 195,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens, and more!
Free!
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Bird Watching at the Reservoir
at Ridgewood Reservoir, Queens
8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Start your day with an early morning bird watching walk led by the Brooklyn Bird Club.
Free!
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Stargazing
at On the High Line at 14th Street (in The High Line), Manhattan
6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peer through high-powered telescopes provided by the knowledgeable members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York to see rare celestial sights.
Free!
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops.
Free!
QBG Farm & Compost Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens.
Kids
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