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Nature, history, or just a good time, learn from New Yorkers and experts who have come to New York City's parks to share their stories. Check out these readings and discussions.
Talks Events
Sunday, October 11, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Monday, October 12, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Saunksquas, Sassafras, and Moccasins: Walking Tour with Oleana Whispering Dove
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join Oleana Whispering Dove for a walking tour on the Wave Hill Grounds.
Free!
Event
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Beneficial Insects in the Garden
at 61 Franklin Street Garden, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join researchers from Cornell for a conversation about beneficial insects in community gardens and the bee nesting study happening at 61 Franklin Street Garden.
Free!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Friday, October 16, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
OHNY: Brougham Cottage Grounds at Blue Heron Park
at Brougham Cottage
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join the Open House New York 2026 Festival and explore the grounds of the Historic Brougham Cottage in Blue Heron Park!
Located at 4746 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY, and located within a wooded backdrop, the circa 1726 Brougham Cottage is a surviving Dutch H-frame home.
Brougham Cottage survives as a rare example of the small vernacular farm houses that were once common in the 18th and early 19th century rural landscape and have all but disappeared. It is a significant example of Dutch-American design and a rare reminder of Staten Island’s rural history and its vernacular architectural traditions.
Free!
OHNY: Conference House Park Historic Houses
at Conference House Park, Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
On OHNY Weekend, in addition to the park’s namesake, the circa-1680 Conference House (Christopher Billop House), two other historic house interiors will be open to visitors.
Free!
Event
The Perfume of Grief With Julianne Zaleta
at Old Stone House (in Washington Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Essential Oils for Emotional Healing
Sunday, October 18, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Meet the Artists: Melanie Brewster and Noormah Jamal
at Wave Hill, Bronx
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for a Meet the Artist program with exhibiting artists Melanie Brewster and Noormah Jamal.
The Dark Folklore of Plants
at East Fourth Street Community Garden, Brooklyn
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join BMCC sociology professor Rifat Salam for a talk exploring the folklore, myths, and magic of plants—from the familiar to the infamous. Followed by an herbal garden tour!
Free!
Monday, October 19, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Friends of Shoelace Park Meeting
at Virtual/Online Events
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Friends of Shoelace Park for their monthly meetings!
Free!
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Thursday, October 22, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Friday, October 23, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Saturday, October 24, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Sunday, October 25, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Meet the Artists: Dots and Loops
at Wave Hill, Bronx
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us for a series of participatory events and workshops with exhibiting artists.
Monday, October 26, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Thursday, October 29, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Friday, October 30, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Sunday, November 1, 2026
NYC Parks’ 44th Annual Wreath Interpretations Open Call
at Arsenal (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This juried exhibition features creative variations on the traditional holiday decoration in all varieties of materials and subjects.
Free!
Friday, November 13, 2026
Friends of Starlight Park Meeting
at Bronx River House (in Starlight Park), Bronx
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Friends of Starlight park in their monthly team meetings!
Free!
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Friends of Shoelace Park Meeting
at Virtual/Online Events
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Friends of Shoelace Park for their monthly meetings!
Free!
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
November Foodway Team Meeting
at Virtual/Online Events
5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
November Foodway Team Meeting
Free!
Friday, December 11, 2026
Friends of Starlight Park Meeting
at Bronx River House (in Starlight Park), Bronx
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join Friends of Starlight park in their monthly team meetings!
Free!
Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Friends of Shoelace Park Meeting
at Virtual/Online Events
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join Friends of Shoelace Park for their monthly meetings!
Free!
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