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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.
Nature Events
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
Thursday, July 27, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Greenbelt Summer Day Camp: Mini Camp 2017
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us each week for activities and adventures, including one off-site visit to the Carousel for All Children at Willowbrook Park.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Growing Plants for Dye
at Phoenix Community Garden , Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Many of the beautiful plants that we grow in the garden can also be used to color yarn and cloth.
Free!
Central Park Tour: West Side Evening Stroll
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us after work for a casual evening stroll from the southwest corner of Central Park to Tavern on the Green.
Free!
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Arts, Culture & Fun: Dance Away the Night with the City Stompers
at Bushwick Inlet Park Center (in Bushwick Inlet Park) , Brooklyn
7:00 p.m.
–8:30 p.m.
Visit Bushwick Inlet Park for a whole evening of southern Appalachian traditional music!
Free!
Friday, July 28, 2017
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Parkside & Ocean Avenue entrance (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Family Camping and Early Morning Birding
at Inwood Hill Park , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family.
Free!
Movies Under the Stars: Power Rangers
at St. Mary's Park Playground West (in St. Mary's Park) , Bronx
8:30 p.m.
–10:30 p.m.
Five ordinary teens must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove—and the world—is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat.
Free!
Saturday, July 29, 2017
Learn-to-Row 1
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Learn to Row in New York City – no experience necessary!
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
It's My Park at Conference House Park
at
Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will help with gardening preparation and beach cleanup to get the park ready for the spring/summer weather and upcoming events.
Free!
Birding: Osprey Watch
at Avenue U and East 33rd Street (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Free!
Alley Pond Park Adventure Course: 10 Year Anniversary Extravaganza
at
Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond Park) , Queens
10:00 a.m.
–2:00 p.m.
Join us as we open our doors and host a free day with our most popular feature: the zip line!
Free!
Event
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Feral Cat Caretaker Certificate
at
Jackie Robinson Recreation Center (in Jackie Robinson Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Learn the basics of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony care in this hands-on workshop.
Free!
Event
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Rowing on Prospect Park Lake
at The Well House (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Rowing is a beautifully simple, healthy, and empowering sport, and the ample waters of the lake are an ideal place to pursue its pleasures.
Free!
Nature Center Adventures
at
Payson Center (in Inwood Hill Park) , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Fort Totten Visitor's Center (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park) , Staten Island
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Art Exhibition: Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County
at
H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County sponsored by Protectors of Pine Oak Woods, Staten Island’s land conservation organization. Come view original artwork celebrating nature…
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
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!
Nature Center Adventures
at
Payson Center (in Inwood Hill Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts, and games and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Fort Totten Visitor's Center (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park) , Staten Island
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Moby Dick - OutLOUD
at
H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
6:00 p.m.
–8:30 p.m.
Join Staten Island OutLOUD’s annual celebration of Melville’s haunting tale of the sea, of Captain Ahab, of the crew of the Pequod, and of the great white whale.
Free!
Kids
MVMTMVMT: An Evening of Performance
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
6:30 p.m.
–8:30 p.m.
Interdisciplinary artist Brandon Perdomo will host performers from NYC during a night of contemporary theater, dance, and music.
Free!
Moth Night for National Moth Week
at Pleasant Village Community Garden (in ) , Manhattan
7:30 p.m.
–9:00 p.m.
A special lamp will be set up to attract moths and other insects that live in the garden to reveal our biodiversity. There will be a short talk on moths and their life cycles.
Free!
Kids
Nocturnal Nature Night
at
Upper Alley Parking Lot (in Alley Pond Park) , Queens
8:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
Join famed naturalist Mike Feller as he uses an ultraviolet light, moth “sugar”, and other tricks of the trade to attract and reveal the nighttime forest wildlife. Ages 10+
Free!
Sunday, July 30, 2017
Family Art Project: Sundials and Sunprints
at
Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Through handmade sundials, learn about the sun’s shadows and discover a simple and fun way to tell time. Add a traditional motto or create your own.
Kids
Waterfront Walks
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Conservancy Docents provide Waterfront Walks educating the public on the park’s unique design, history, and ecology.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Hallett Nature Sanctuary and the Pond
at Sixth Avenue and Central Park South (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:15 p.m.
Enjoy this walk through the park's smallest woodland area, open to visitors only on guided tours and limited open hours.
Living with Urban Coyotes
at
Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park) , Bronx
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!
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
Turtle Time
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Do you think you know a lot about turtles? Come meet some of our classroom pets as we discuss fact and fiction surrounding these fascinating reptiles.
Free!
Kids
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Nature Center Adventures
at
Payson Center (in Inwood Hill Park) , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Fort Totten Visitor's Center (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park) , Staten Island
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Seneca Village
at 85th Street and Central Park West (in Central Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Seneca Village was an important community of predominantly African-American property owners, living in an area that now makes up part of Central Park.
Nature Center Adventures
at
Payson Center (in Inwood Hill Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Pelham Bay Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts, and games and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Fort Totten Visitor's Center (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Nature Center Adventures
at
Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park) , Staten Island
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.
Free!
Kids
Monday, July 31, 2017
Garden Camp for Kids
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardens, bugs, soil, colonial history, and everything in between!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: The Art of the Park
at Outside the Dairy Gift Shop (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Discover the Park's most artfully designed pastoral landscapes and romantic vistas on this tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Garden Camp for Kids
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardens, bugs, soil, colonial history, and everything in between!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Painting Nature with the Art Student's League
at
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Bring your child for a fun afternoon of painting the scenery around them, with Art Student's League's Pedro Rodriguez.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Signage for Inside the Garden
at
Evergreen Community Garden (in Kissena Corridor Park) , Queens
5:30 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Come paint educational, informational, and decorative signs to hang inside your garden. Bring your creative ideas. This is the perfect intergenerational workshop for the whole family.
Free!
Central Park Tour: East Side Evening Stroll
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us after work for a casual evening stroll from the southeast corner of the Park to Bethesda Terrace.
Free!
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Garden Camp for Kids
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardens, bugs, soil, colonial history, and everything in between!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: The Art of the Park
at Outside the Dairy Gift Shop (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Discover the Park's most artfully designed pastoral landscapes and romantic vistas on this tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
Catch-and-Release: Understanding the Fish of Brooklyn Bridge Park Night Tour
at Pier 5 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
6:30 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
Learn about the extraordinary history, ecology, and design of Brooklyn Bridge Park! Night tour led by Peter Park, Biologist.
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Garden Camp for Kids
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardens, bugs, soil, colonial history, and everything in between!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Step out of the bustling city and see the part of Central Park that most resembles the Adirondack Mountains.
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Composting with Black Solider Fly Larvae
at Brooklyn Botanic Garden , Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.
–8:00 p.m.
Black solider fly larvae (BSFL) are non-pests that rapidly turn food scraps into a high protein feed. Learn about these voracious composting insects and how an outdoor BSFL bin can…
Free!
Central Park Tour: West Side Evening Stroll
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us after work for a casual evening stroll from the southwest corner of Central Park to Tavern on the Green.
Free!
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Evening Yoga
at
Wave Hill
, Bronx
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy yoga on the lawn on select Thursday evenings. Participants should bring a mat.
Friday, August 4, 2017
Garden Camp for Kids
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Gardener Karen Waltuch leads the group of young plant enthusiasts through activity-based lessons about gardens, bugs, soil, colonial history, and everything in between!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Family Camping: Fort Totten, Queens
at Fort Totten Park , Queens
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on July 26.
Free!
Event
Arts, Culture & Fun: Fame
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval) , Bronx
8:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
At New York's High School of Performing Arts, students from all walks of life get the chance to hone their skills as singers, actors, dancers and more.
Free!
Saturday, August 5, 2017
Learn-to-Row 1
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Learn to Row in New York City – no experience necessary!
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
It's My Park at Conference House Park
at
Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will help with gardening preparation and beach cleanup to get the park ready for the spring/summer weather and upcoming events.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sharing our Food Traditions: Canning
at Powell Street Livonia Garden (in ) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Preserve the harvest! Learn how to safely can summer bounty to enjoy through the winter.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 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!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Rowing on Prospect Park Lake
at The Well House (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Rowing is a beautifully simple, healthy, and empowering sport, and the ample waters of the lake are an ideal place to pursue its pleasures.
Free!
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Constellation Poetry with Carolyn Ferrucci
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
12:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Using simple writing and drawing prompts, participants will observe their surroundings and create constellations based on what they see, hear, and remember.
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Family Garden Walk
at
Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Visit favorite, family-friendly locations in the gardens on a walk with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Free!
Kids
Art Exhibition: Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County
at
H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County sponsored by Protectors of Pine Oak Woods, Staten Island’s land conservation organization. Come view original artwork celebrating nature…
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Hands-On-History: Green Thumb
at King Manor Museum (in Rufus King Park) , Queens
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Explore farming firsthand by planting your own crop in King Manor’s backyard. Families with children are welcome.
Free!
Kids
Seining
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Learn about the remarkable creatures of the East River as our scientists use a seining net to humanely catch and release these unique critters.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Central Park Tour: West Side Stories
at 81st Street and Central Park West (in Central Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Discover some of the secret spots that the park's West Siders know and love: a lost village, a poetic garden, and a bridge with a spectacular view.
Free!
Music in the Garden: Samba New York!
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
4:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Jam with Samba New York! as they perform and dance to joyful music inspired by the famous samba schools of the Rio Carnaval in Brazil.
Kids
Dance at Socrates
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
4:00 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Norte Maar’s Dance at Socrates returns for its fifth season, bringing dancemakers and their companies to a main stage set on the East River waterfront.
Free!
Family Camping: Pelham Bay Park, Bronx
at Pelham Bay Park , Bronx
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Space is limited and participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on Juy 26.
Free!
Event
Family Camping: Wolfe's Pond Park, Staten Island
at Wolfe's Pond Park , Staten Island
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Space is limited and participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on July 26
Free!
Event
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 July 26.
Free!
Event
Sunday, August 6, 2017
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Seasonal Garden Tours and Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Explore seasonal garden highlights with our knowledgeable staff then check out our activity table!
Kids
Heather Garden Pollinators Tour
at
Heather Garden (in Fort Tryon Park) , Manhattan
1:00 p.m.
–2:00 p.m.
Watch and learn about the honey bees and our native butterflies, moths, bees, and maybe a hummingbird or two as they gather nectar from flower to flower.
Free!
Intermediate Canoeing
at
Burnett Street and Avenue U (in Marine Park) , Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Some experience is required. Canoe programs are limited to ages 8 years and older. Program is first-come, first-served. Due to demand, line may close prior to end time.
Free!
Living with Urban Coyotes
at
Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park) , Queens
1:00 p.m.
–2:30 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Bronx Kill Salt Marsh Tour
at Bronx Kill Salt Marsh (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for a tour of the Bronx Kill Salt Marsh to view wildlife up close, learn about the ecological importance of wetlands, and explore the waterfront.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Monday, August 7, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Central Park Tour: The Ramble
at
Belvedere Castle (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Coined the "wild garden" by designer Frederick Law Olmsted, the Ramble offers visitors a tranquil spot to meander along winding paths and discover hidden forest gardens.
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: West Side Stories
at 81st Street and Central Park West (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Discover some of the secret spots that the park's West Siders know and love: a lost village, a poetic garden, and a bridge with a spectacular view.
Free!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Painting Nature with the Art Student's League
at
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Bring your child for a fun afternoon of painting the scenery around them, with Art Student's League's Pedro Rodriguez.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Central Park Tour: East Side Evening Stroll
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us after work for a casual evening stroll from the southeast corner of the Park to Bethesda Terrace.
Free!
Bronx Kill Salt Marsh Tour
at Bronx Kill Salt Marsh (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us for a tour of the Bronx Kill Salt Marsh to view wildlife up close, learn about the ecological importance of wetlands, and explore the waterfront.
Free!
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Stroll to Strawberry Fields
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
Outdoor Cinema: The Silence Before Bach (Spain)
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
7:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
This fascinating, charming hybrid of documentary and drama from Spain’s legendary Surrealist circles the theme of the transformational power of great music.
Free!
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Seed Keeping: Storytelling, Liberation, and How to Save Seeds
at Taqwa Community Farm (in ) , Bronx
5:30 p.m.
–8:30 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.
Free!
Event
Evening Garden Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening stroll in the gardens with a Wave Hill Garden Guide.
Evening Yoga
at
Wave Hill
, Bronx
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy yoga on the lawn on select Thursday evenings. Participants should bring a mat.
Nature at Night
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
7:00 p.m.
–9:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening hike to see, hear, and learn about the mysterious urban wildlife in Prospect Park.
Event
Bat Walk: Creatures of the Night
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
7:00 p.m.
–8:30 p.m.
Take an evening walk with naturalist Paul Keim to hear how bats, crickets, frogs and other creatures use sound to navigate the nighttime landscape.
Friday, August 11, 2017
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the 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: The Art of the Park
at Outside the Dairy Gift Shop (in Central Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Discover the Park's most artfully designed pastoral landscapes and romantic vistas on this tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Family Camping: Staten Island
at Conference House Park , Staten Island
7:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Space is limited and participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on August 2.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Newsies
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval) , Bronx
8:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
In this musical, homeless New York City newsboy Jack "Cowboy" Kelly befriends two newcomers to his trade, David and Les Jacobs..
Free!
Saturday, August 12, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
It's My Park at Conference House Park
at
Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will help with gardening preparation and beach cleanup to get the park ready for the spring/summer weather and upcoming events.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Farm & Compost Welcome Tours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 a.m.
Discover what’s behind the scenes at Queens Botanical Farm & Compost. In this one-hour tour, you will get a crash course on how we produce nutrient-rich compost from food scraps and horticultural waste.
Kids
Living Soil: Supporting Diverse Soil Ecology
at
Compost Demonstration Site (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center) , Staten Island
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
We'll go on a soil organism safari to understand how soil biodiversity sustains ecosystems & human health. Learn how to support soil life in the garden.
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at
Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–2:00 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. The line may close prior to 2:00 p.m. due to demand.
Free!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Rowing on Prospect Park Lake
at The Well House (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Rowing is a beautifully simple, healthy, and empowering sport, and the ample waters of the lake are an ideal place to pursue its pleasures.
Free!
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Art Exhibition: Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County
at
H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County sponsored by Protectors of Pine Oak Woods, Staten Island’s land conservation organization. Come view original artwork celebrating nature…
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Wildflower Seed Balls
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
1:00 p.m.
–2:00 p.m.
Use our locally-produced compost to create native wildflower seed balls. Take home your seed ball to introduce native wildflowers to your neighborhood!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
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!
Dance at Socrates
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
4:00 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Norte Maar’s Dance at Socrates returns for its fifth season, bringing dancemakers and their companies to a main stage set on the East River waterfront.
Free!
Family Camping: Brooklyn
at
Prospect Park
, Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Space is limited and participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on August 2.
Free!
Inwood Golden Hour Photography Hike (Light)
at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue (in Inwood Hill Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–8:00 p.m.
Explore the beauty of Inwood Hill Park as it basks in the summer sun. Bring your own camera or smartphone.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Sully (2016)
at
Al Oerter Recreation Center (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park) , Queens
8:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
Come join us and watch a screening of the Tom Hanks film "Sully" while enjoying the sunset!
Free!
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Summer Birding
at
Wave Hill
, Bronx
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Observe the plants, insects, and habitats at Wave Hill that make it an appealing destination for such a wide variety of birds. Birders of all levels welcome!
Birding in Central Park
at
Belvedere Castle (in Central Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Go birding with the Urban Park Rangers in Central Park. To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a park ranger to borrow a pair.
Free!
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Grand Army Plaza , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Step out of the bustling city and see the part of Central Park that most resembles the Adirondack Mountains.
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
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
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Family Nature Walk
at
Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join naturalist and educator Gabriel Willow on a family-friendly walk through the gardens or woodlands.
Kids
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
City Chicken: Prepare for Winter
at
Imani Community Garden , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–4:30 p.m.
Join us for a discussion on simple low cost ways to keep your chickens warm and dry for the winter.
Free!
Nature Walk
at Peter Stuyvesant Statue (in Stuyvesant Square) , Manhattan
4:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
In addition to various flora and fauna, our park is frequented by squirrels, pigeons, and the occasional falcon or hawk.
Free!
Kids
Monday, August 14, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Central Park Tour: Hallett Nature Sanctuary and the Pond
at Sixth Avenue and Central Park South (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:15 p.m.
Enjoy this walk through the park's smallest woodland area, open to visitors only on guided tours and limited open hours.
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 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
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Painting Nature with the Art Student's League
at
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Bring your child for a fun afternoon of painting the scenery around them, with Art Student's League's Pedro Rodriguez.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Coastal Cleanup
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Coastal Cleanup Volunteers give back to the community by helping us remove hundreds of pounds of trash from Pier 1 salt marshes and beaches.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
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.
Join an experienced member of our Horticulture Department and learn about the flowers growing along the water’s edge.
Free!
Toys from Twigs
at
The Arsenal (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
A hands-on workshop for teachers, parents, and care-givers of elementary school children. Learn how to safely build an array of toys that can be made from twigs the kids have gathered.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
FrogWatch USA Monitoring Sessions at High Rock Park
at 200 Nevada Avenue (in High Rock Park) , Staten Island
7:30 p.m.
–9:30 p.m.
Meet at the Nevada Avenue parking lot, then hike around to different locations in High Rock Park to listen for frogs.
Free!
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Storytime at The Battery
at Battery Urban Farm (in The Battery) , Manhattan
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Storytime at The Battery will give children their first introduction to urban farming with activities like planting seeds, touching the soil, crafting, or tasting new and delicious herbs and vegetables.
Free!
Kids
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Central Park Tour: West Side Evening Stroll
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (in Central Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join us after work for a casual evening stroll from the southwest corner of Central Park to Tavern on the Green.
Free!
Freshkills Park Research and Ecology Presentation with Dr. Cait Field
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Dr. Cait Field, the Freshkills Park Manager for Science and Research Development, will discuss the present and future ecology of the largest park developed in NYC in over 100 years!
Free!
Friday, August 18, 2017
Taiwan: A World of Orchids
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Enjoy a stunning display of orchids and a day filled with art and culture, in partnership with the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in New York (TECONY).
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the 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: North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Step out of the bustling city and see the part of Central Park that most resembles the Adirondack Mountains.
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: La La Land
at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center (in Williamsbridge Oval) , Bronx
8:00 p.m.
–10:00 p.m.
Sebastian and Mia are drawn together by their common desire to do what they love...
Free!
Saturday, August 19, 2017
Wildlife Tour: High Line as Habitat
at High Line (in The High Line) , Manhattan
8:00 a.m.
–9:15 a.m.
This tour will focus on how pollinators, migratory birds, and other wildlife use the habitat and forage provided by the High Line's gardens.
Free!
Taiwan: A World of Orchids
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Enjoy a stunning display of orchids and a day filled with art and culture, in partnership with the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in New York (TECONY).
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
It's My Park at Conference House Park
at
Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will help with gardening preparation and beach cleanup to get the park ready for the spring/summer weather and upcoming events.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Fort Tryon Kids: Create Your Gardenscape with Artist Jenae Schwartz
at
Stan Michels Promenade (in Fort Tryon Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Join local Artist Jenae Schwartz to carefully examine the flowers and butterflies of the Heather Garden. Then create your ideal gardenscape artwork.
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sharing our Farm Traditions: Willie Morgan
at Our Little Green Acre , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Harlem Farmer Willie Morgan will share crop stories, histories, and growing tips with us at Our Little Green Acre in Harlem.
Free!
Event
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Bees and Beekeeping Information 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!
Rowing on Prospect Park Lake
at The Well House (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Rowing is a beautifully simple, healthy, and empowering sport, and the ample waters of the lake are an ideal place to pursue its pleasures.
Free!
Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Whatever Floats Your Boat with Ian Gerson
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
12:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
While learning about the NYC’s waterfronts, we will experiment with creating our own floatable sculptures equipped with wind-up propellers, sails, and other methods to make them move.
Free!
Event
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
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.
Free!
Event
Art Exhibition: Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County
at
H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
1:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Flora/Fauna/Feathers of Richmond County sponsored by Protectors of Pine Oak Woods, Staten Island’s land conservation organization. Come view original artwork celebrating nature…
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Seining
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
1:00 p.m.
–2:30 p.m.
Get ready to get your hands wet as seining programs use nets to catch fish. Participation is first-come, first-served. Program is recommended for ages 8 years and older.
Free!
Kids
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Stroll to Strawberry Fields
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (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.
Free!
Dance at Socrates
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
4:00 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Norte Maar’s Dance at Socrates returns for its fifth season, bringing dancemakers and their companies to a main stage set on the East River waterfront.
Free!
Family Camping: Bronx
at Van Cortlandt 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. Participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on August 9.
Free!
Family Camping: Manhattan
at
Central Park
, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Space is limited and families are chosen by lottery. To enter your family in the lottery, please register August 9.
Free!
Nocturnal Wildlife
at
Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park) , Staten Island
8:00 p.m.
–9:30 p.m.
What lurks around at night? Find out as the Urban Park Rangers lead a hike through Blue Heron under the cover of darkness.
Free!
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Taiwan: A World of Orchids
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Enjoy a stunning display of orchids and a day filled with art and culture, in partnership with the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in New York (TECONY).
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
Mysterious Plants Hike (Light)
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Join the park rangers on a leisurely stroll in Prospect Park and discover the curious and dark side of the plant kingdom.
Free!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Bees and Beekeeping Information 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 Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
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.
Event
Nature Exploration Hike (Light)
at Oakland Lake (in Alley Pond Park) , Queens
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!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Living with Deer
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Hear about deer and their behaviors, learn five tips to coexist with these animals, play a Deer Survival Game, and hike to find signs of deer in the park.
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Outdoor Movie Night: Motorcycle Diaries (Spanish, English Subtitles)
at Field 42 (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
8:00 p.m.
–10:10 p.m.
Watch the 2004 biopic about the early travels of Ernesto "Che" Guevara outdoors under the stars.
Free!
Event
Monday, August 21, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Central Park Tour: West Side Stories
at 81st Street and Central Park West (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Discover some of the secret spots that the park's West Siders know and love: a lost village, a poetic garden, and a bridge with a spectacular view.
Free!
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
The Buzz about Bees
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island
1:00 p.m.
–2:30 p.m.
A local beekeeper and educator from Beezy Bees Honey visits to show a demonstration hive and beekeeping equipment, teach about different types of pollinators, and offer advice about how to attract pollinators to outdoor spaces.
Free!
Painting Nature with the Art Student's League
at
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:30 p.m.
Bring your child for a fun afternoon of painting the scenery around them, with Art Student's League's Pedro Rodriguez.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Central Park Tour: The Ramble
at
Belvedere Castle (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Coined the "wild garden" by designer Frederick Law Olmsted, the Ramble offers visitors a tranquil spot to meander along winding paths and discover hidden forest gardens.
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Crew Camp (Manhattan)
at Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse , Manhattan
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
During our novice Crew Camp, your child will have the totally unique experience of learning to row on the Harlem River in Manhattan.
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Stroll to Strawberry Fields
at
Central Park Conservancy Kiosk at Merchant's Gate (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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.
Free!
The Buzz about Bees
at
Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley) , Staten Island
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
A local beekeeper and educator from Beezy Bees Honey visits to show a demo hive and beekeeping equipment, teach about pollinators, and offer advice about how to attract pollinators.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Sowing Late Summer and Fall Crops
at La Finca del Sur , 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!
Nature at Night
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
7:00 p.m.
–9:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening hike to see, hear, and learn about the mysterious urban wildlife in Prospect Park. Carissa and the Voodoo Lilies will perform live for our pre-hike happy hour.
Friday, August 25, 2017
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Prospect Park Southwest and 16th Street Entrance (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.
–8:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
It's My Park at Conference House Park
at
Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park) , Staten Island
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will help with gardening preparation and beach cleanup to get the park ready for the spring/summer weather and upcoming events.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Rowing on Prospect Park Lake
at The Well House (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Rowing is a beautifully simple, healthy, and empowering sport, and the ample waters of the lake are an ideal place to pursue its pleasures.
Free!
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Family Camping: Queens
at
Alley Pond Park
, Queens
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 a.m.
Participants are chosen by lottery. Registration opens on August 16.
Free!
Astronomy: The Night Sky
at Wolfe's Pond Park Comfort Station (in Wolfe's Pond Park) , Staten Island
8:00 p.m.
–9:30 p.m.
Night Sky programs highlight the history and folklore of the solar system, using the naked eye to locate stars and planets.
Free!
Sunday, August 27, 2017
Waterfront Walks
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Conservancy Docents provide Waterfront Walks educating the public on the park’s unique design, history, and ecology.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for fun nature activities in the park!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Queens Botanical Garden Activity Table
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
2:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Every weekend from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., please stop by our activity table to create something new.
Kids
Central Park Tour: Iconic Views of Central Park
at Outside the Dairy 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.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Step out of the bustling city and see the part of Central Park that most resembles the Adirondack Mountains.
Garden Highlights Walk
at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Free!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour
at Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 61st Street (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 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!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Dance Fitness in the Park
at Wards Picnic Area (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
These classes combine uplifting music and dancing with beautiful views and fresh air.
Free!
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park
at East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue (in Central Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 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!
Ed Center Open Hours
at
Main Street (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore the park like never before with signature exhibits, interactive displays, and arts and crafts. This summer's themes will include pollination and the estuary.
Free!
Friday, September 1, 2017
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Van Cortlandt Park Lake
at South end of lake (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
4:30 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to explore a beautiful park, learn to use the sculling boat, and introduce others to the joy of rowing.
Free!
Saturday, September 2, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Rocking the Boat: Free Community Rowing and Sailing
at
Hunts Point Riverside Park
, Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Through Community Rowing, you'll explore the Bronx River aboard student-built wooden row boats and learn about local waterways.
Free!
Sunday, September 3, 2017
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sunday Tai Chi
at Socrates Sculpture Park , Queens
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the opportunity to learn Taoist Tai Chi, improve one’s health, relax, and exercise in an outdoor setting among changing exhibitions of contemporary sculpture.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Bronx Kill Salt Marsh Tour
at Bronx Kill Salt Marsh (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join us for a tour of the Bronx Kill Salt Marsh to view wildlife up close, learn about the ecological importance of wetlands, and explore the waterfront.
Free!
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Island Historical Tour (North)
at Randall's Island Connector (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
Come learn more about the influential people, the bridges, and the landscape changes that transformed the Randall's Island into the beautiful park it is today!
Free!
Friday, September 8, 2017
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Upper River Paddle
at 219th Street and Bronx Boulevard , Bronx
9:30 a.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on a 2.5-mile paddling adventure and explore the fresh water sections of the Bronx River, starting at 219th Street and Bronx Boulevard and ending at Bronx Zoo.
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Grand Army Plaza , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Jazz in the Park with Alex Nguyen and Friends
at North Lawn (in Stuyvesant Square) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–9:00 p.m.
Come listen to jazz under the trees and watch the sun set behind the clouds.
Free!
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, September 14, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Friday, September 15, 2017
Coastal Cleanup
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Coastal Cleanup Volunteers give back to the community by helping us remove hundreds of pounds of trash from Pier 1 salt marshes and beaches.
Free!
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Arts, Culture & Fun: Dance Away the Night with the City Stompers
at Jackie Robinson Park entrance (in Jackie Robinson Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:30 p.m.
The City Stompers invite you to get on your feet and move to the sounds of live American fiddle music.
Free!
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Wildlife Tour: High Line as Habitat
at High Line (in The High Line) , Manhattan
8:00 a.m.
–9:15 a.m.
This tour will focus on how pollinators, migratory birds, and other wildlife use the habitat and forage provided by the High Line's gardens.
Free!
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Sunday, September 17, 2017
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Wildflower Meadow Tour
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
6:00 p.m.
–7:00 p.m.
Join an experienced member of the Randall's Island Park Alliance's Horticulture Department for a stroll through the meadow.
Free!
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Friday, September 22, 2017
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Get Hooked
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–2:00 p.m.
Come out to the park to learn, explore, and fish!
Free!
Event
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Vanderbilt Street Playground (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Waterfront Walks
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Conservancy Docents provide Waterfront Walks educating the public on the park’s unique design, history, and ecology.
Free!
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Friday, September 29, 2017
Weekend Nature Exploration
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
Free!
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Eco Volunteer Day and Free Community Paddle
at Burke Bridge (in Bronx Park) , Bronx
9:00 a.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance in a day of service to help restore the Bronx River Forest with our Conservation Crew, followed by a free community paddle!
Free!
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Upper River Paddle
at 219th Street and Bronx Boulevard , Bronx
9:30 a.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join a 2.5-mile paddling adventure and explore the fresh water sections of the Bronx River, starting at 219th Street and Bronx Boulevard and ending at Bronx Zoo.
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Introduction to Bird Watching
at
Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.
–1:00 p.m.
Join Prospect Park Alliance for a bird-watching walk and learn about Prospect Park's magnificent array of birds and how to identify them!
Free!
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Grand Army Plaza , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Estuary Paddle
at Starlight Docks (in Starlight Park) , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Join the Bronx River Alliance on a 2.5-mile paddling adventure and explore the estuary sections of the Bronx River.
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Urban Farm Exploration Day
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
11:00 a.m.
–5:00 p.m.
Explore and learn about the great variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, chickens, and even rice paddies at our Urban Farm. Ask our Urban Farmers about all that's growing!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Harvest Festival
at Field 62 - 63 (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Enjoy live music, face painting, self-guided tours of the Urban Farm, and more fun fall activities!
Free!
Kids
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Green Team
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
The Green Team provides essential horticultural care to Brooklyn Bridge Park, including planting, mulching, and removing invasive plants.
Free!
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Prospect Park Walking Tours
at Parkside & Ocean Avenue entrance (in Prospect Park) , Brooklyn
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prospect Park on a guided walking tour of this iconic park in the heart of Brooklyn.
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Foliage Walk
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Participants can learn about why changes in leaf color occur, the chemical representation of each of the colors, and why the leaves of different species turn different hues.
Free!
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Farm and Compost Volunteer Days
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join the NYC Compost Project and lend a hand at our sustainable farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil.
Free!
Farm Open Hours
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
3:30 p.m.
–5:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Queens Botanical Garden Farm to see what’s growing!Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants.
Free!
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Fitness Walk
at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park) , Queens
9:00 a.m.
–10:00 a.m.
Join us for a free self-guided walking program from the Fort Totten gate onto Joe Michaels Mile and back (approximately two miles).
Free!
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Claremont in Motion Bike Ride
at Claremont Neighborhood Center , Bronx
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 29, 2017
Waterfront Walks
at Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Conservancy Docents provide Waterfront Walks educating the public on the park’s unique design, history, and ecology.
Free!
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Foliage Walk
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Participants can learn about why changes in leaf color occur, the chemical representation of each of the colors, and why the leaves of different species turn different hues.
Free!
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Foliage Walk
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Participants can learn about why changes in leaf color occur, the chemical representation of each of the colors, and why the leaves of different species turn different hues.
Free!
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Sunday, November 12, 2017
Free Community Rowing at Pier 40
at
Pier 40 , Manhattan
12:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Join the Village Community Boathouse for Community Rowing in traditional Whitehall gigs, captained by experienced New York Harbor coxswains (captains).
Free!
Foliage Walk
at
Touchdown of the 103rd Street Footbridge (in Randall's Island Park) , Manhattan
2:00 p.m.
–3:00 p.m.
Participants can learn about why changes in leaf color occur, the chemical representation of each of the colors, and why the leaves of different species turn different hues.
Free!
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Thursday, November 23, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Bi-weekly Gardening Club
at Stuyvesant Square , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–12:00 p.m.
Join us twice a week as we spruce up Stuyvesant Square and make it a better place for everyone.
Free!
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