NYC Parks Events Listing – Event Listing

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Summer Sports Experience at Asser Levy Recreation Center

2016-09-06T00:00:00.000

10:00

18:00

<p>Summer Sports Experience continues into the early fall! &nbsp; Free, Drop in Sports programming at Asser Levy Recreation Center and Park Tues-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm for youths aged 7-14 years old.&nbsp;</p><p>Flag Football will be offered on Tues/Thurs 2:30pm-4:30pm. A variety of sports and programming will be offered at other times.&nbsp;</p>

Summer Sports Experience continues into the early fall! Free, Drop in Sports programming at Asser Levy Recreation Center and Park Tues-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm for youths aged 7-14…

(212) 447-2020

Roberto.Barreto@nyc.parks.gov

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Summer Sports Experience : Track and Field Clinic

2018-05-30T00:00:00.000

15:15

16:00

<p>Summer Sports Experience is a free program and open to the public.&nbsp; The track and field clinic is geared towards 6 -&nbsp;13 years old.&nbsp; The program will run 5 weeks - May 21 - June 20 - on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please come dressed in active wear.&nbsp;</p><p>To sign up, please email sarah.bishow@parks.nyc.gov.</p>

Summer Sports Experience is a free program and open to the public. The track and field clinic is geared towards 6 - 13 years old. The program will run 5 weeks May 21 -…

718-543-8672

sarah.bishow@parks.nyc.gov

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Weekend Nature Exploration

2017-09-08T00:00:00.000

12:00

16:00

<p>Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.</p><p><strong>Discovery Pack</strong>, noon -&nbsp;3:00 p.m.: The Prospect Park Alliance invites you to get inspired by nature with our new Discovery Packs, a ready-to-go kits filled with nature activities for families.</p><p><strong>Bird Nerd Game Hour </strong>,1:00 p.m. &ndash; 2:00 p.m.: Learn about birds and nature in this fun, mildly competitive hour of puzzles, Bingo, card games, and more!</p><p><strong>Nature on the Go!</strong>, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: An Alliance Naturalist will lead children and families to areas near the Audubon Center, where you can learn about the nature that is all around us. This program leaves promptly at 2:00 p.m.</p><p><strong>Animal Encounter</strong>, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center&rsquo;s collection.</p>

Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.

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Movie in Crocheron Park: "Brave"

2014-06-06T00:00:00.000

20:00

22:00

The movie will be shown on the grass area.

<p> <span style="font-size: 12px">Princess Merida, determined to make her own path defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, she must rely on her bravery and archery skills to undo a beastly curse.&nbsp; </span></p><p> <span style="font-size: 12px">Please bring a blanket or low chair.&nbsp;</span></p>

Princess Merida, determined to make her own path defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, she must rely on her bravery and archery skills to undo a beastly curse.

(718) 352-4793

michael.agnello@parks.nyc.gov

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The Board: Keepers of the Dream, Then and Now

2015-10-05T00:00:00.000

10:00

17:00

<p>We already know what historical event made the Conference House famous, now let&#39;s learn about the board of the&nbsp;Conference House Association who have made this house a home! Curated and designed by Tina Kaasmann-Dunn and Deborah Woodbridge.</p><p>Lenape Gallery hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., closed Sunday and holidays, free admission.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

We already know what historical event made the Conference House famous, now let's learn about the board of the Conference House Association who have made this house a home!

(718) 227-1463

francis.gessner@parks.nyc.gov

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Movies Under the Stars: Cars (2006)

2017-07-18T00:00:00.000

20:30

22:00

<p>Join NYC Parks and New York City Mayor&#39;s Office of Media and Entertainment for this free family film!</p><p>This &nbsp;2006 Pixar animated&nbsp;comedy-adventure&nbsp;takes off with hot-shot race-car, Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) &nbsp;&nbsp;traveling to California to race against the King (Richard Petty) and Chick Hicks (Michael Keaton) for the Piston Cup Championship. But, he becomes lost after falling out of his trailer in the rundown Radiator Springs. While there he slowly befriends the town&#39;s odd residents, including Sally (Bonnie Hunt), Doc Hudson (Paul Newman) and Mater (Larry the Cable Guy). When it comes time for him to leave to championship is no longer his top priority.</p><p><strong>Know Before You Go:</strong><br />You should come before 8:30 p.m. to get your spot for the movie. Please bring your own picnic blanket or chair. Food is OK, but no alcohol or smoking is permitted.</p>

Join NYC Parks and New York City Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment for this free family film! This 2006 Pixar animated comedy-adventure takes off with…

718-965-8942

letitia.guillory@parks.nyc.gov

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Open Garden Days: Colonial Herb Garden at the Historic Conference House

2018-10-22T00:00:00.000

07:00

19:00

<p>The Staten Island Herb Society maintains&nbsp;the Colonial Herb Garden&nbsp;adjacent to the historic&nbsp;Conference House. We are committed to preserving and retaining an authentic representation of herbs that might have been used by Native Americans of the eastern United States, and herbs commonly used&nbsp;in&nbsp;Colonial America.&nbsp;</p><p>The Colonial Herb Garden&nbsp;consists of varying-shaped beds laid out in a symmetrical plan.The garden is surrounded by a gated fence and has several benches to allow&nbsp;visitors to sit and enjoy the visual and scented pleasures of this diverse and comprehensive Colonial garden.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The various beds and a few of the plants that inhabit them include:</p><p>CULINARY I - Bay, Rosemary, Oregano, Horseradish, Chives, Thyme, Parsley, Sage, Basil<br />CULINARY II - Lavender, Caraway, Lemon Verbena, Mints, Calendula<br />DRYING - Statice, Anise Hyssop, Spiderwort, Sweet Woodruff<br />DYE - False Blue Indigo, Parsley, Woodruff, Fennel, Southernwood<br />HEALING - Strawberries, Rose, Dill, Arugula, Hydrangea, Joe Pye Wee, Comfrey, Lettuces<br />MOONLIGHT - Lungwort, SilverKing Artemesia, Dwarf Comfrey, Orris Root, Sage<br />ORNAMENTAL I - Poppy, Yarrow, Kerria, Peony, Tansy<br />ORNAMENTAL II - Mallow, Wormwood, Dame&#39;s Rocket, Feverfew, Catmint<br />SCENTED - Bee Balm, Scented Geraniums, Pineapple Sage<br />SIMPLES/HOUSEHOLD I - Coltsfoot, Mullein, Boneset, Solomon&#39;s Seal<br />SIMPLES/HOUSEHOLD II - Evening Primrose, Forget-me-nots, Lamb&#39;s ears, Valerian, Lady&#39;s Mantle<br />WOODLAND - Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Coltsfoot, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Trillium, Wild Ginger, Hellebore, Goldenseal, Mayapple, Hepatica</p>

Discover herbs that might have been used by Native Americans of the eastern United States, and herbs commonly used in Colonial America at the Colonial Herb Garden!

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Movies Under The Stars: Coco

2018-10-24T00:00:00.000

16:00

19:00

<p>Join NYC Parks and the New York City Mayor&#39;s Office of Media and Entertainment for a free film.</p><p>Despite his family&#39;s generations-old ban on music, young Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead. After meeting a charming trickster named H&eacute;ctor, the two new friends embark on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel&#39;s family history.</p><p>Know Before You Go<br />You should arrive before 4:00&nbsp;p.m. to get your spot. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on;&nbsp;there will be a limited supply of chairs available. Bottled waters are OK, but no glass. Reservations are not taken;&nbsp;space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All are welcome!</p>

Despite his family's generations-old ban on music, young Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz.

718-430-1826

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Historic New York: Colonial Life

2016-07-02T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:30

Enter at Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park.

<p>Fort Greene, Brooklyn, holds an important place in the history of the colonies and the American Revolution.&nbsp;</p><p>Learn about the traditions, dress, and games of&nbsp;the colonial people and Native&nbsp;Americans who lived in this area of Brooklyn centuries ago.</p>

Learn about the traditions, dress, and games of the colonial people and Native Americans who lived in Fort Greene centuries ago.

(718) 421-2021

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Greenbelt Summer Day Camp 2015

2015-07-21T00:00:00.000

09:30

12:30

<p>It&#39;s not too late to register for camp this season! Greenbelt Summer Day Camp for children age 5 - 13 years runs from 7/6 to 8/13.</p><p>The Greenbelt Environmental Education Department is dedicated to forstering an appreciation of the outdoors in children of all ages.</p><p>The camp&#39;s headquarters is located at High Rock Park, a 72-acre forest preserve. Campers will explore our hiking trails, natural areas, creeks, ponds, the&nbsp;nature center, and carousel. Campers&nbsp;will also take off-site trips to other parks each session. New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene licenses our camp;&nbsp;this means we follow their low child-to-counselor ratio, making camp safe and fun for all.</p><p>For more information, please visit the&nbsp;<a href="http://sigreenbelt.org/greenbelt-summer-day-camp/">High Rock Summer Day Camp</a> website.</p>

Campers will explore our hiking trails, natural areas, creeks, ponds, the nature center, and carousel.

(718) 667-7475 ext. 1

education@sigreenbelt.org

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For more information, please visit the <a href="http://sigreenbelt.org/greenbelt-summer-day-camp/">High Rock Summer Day Camp</a> website.

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Pop-Up Audubon: Wonderful Warblers

2014-05-03T00:00:00.000

12:00

17:00

<p> The Prospect Park Alliance presents Pop-Up Audubon, now in its second season, which invites families to directly engage with nature through outdoor learning in locations around the Park.</p><div> <strong>Nature on the Go!: 2 p.m.</strong></div><div> Wonderful Warblers provides information and background knowledge needed to fully appreciate why Prospect Park is an essential stopover for birds. Participants also create their own pair of binoculars and learn how to identify these colorful songbirds.</div><div></div><div> <strong>Nature&rsquo;s Helpers: 3 p.m.</strong></div><div> Join the Alliance to spend some time enjoying nature while helping to keep the park clean. Take a tour of the Park and help keep it clean along the way. Gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.</div><div></div><div> <strong>Family Bird Watching: 4 p.m.</strong></div><div> Take a stroll on the Lullwater Trail to look for colorful and unique spring migrants.</div>

The Prospect Park Alliance presents Pop-Up Audubon, now in its second season, which invites families to directly engage with nature through outdoor learning in locations around the Park.

(718) 287-3400

info@prospectpark.org

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Adaptive Sports Program (S.P.A.R.E.S.)

2014-08-16T00:00:00.000

12:30

14:00

<p>Come learn the basics of adaptive sports such as: Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Football, Wheelchair tennis, Wheelchair Floor Hockey, Wheelchair Softball, Sled Hockey(on ice), Sitting Volleyball, Adapted Swimming, Power Wheelchair Soccer, Track and Field Events.</p><p>&nbsp;Wheelchairs are provided for use in the program. &nbsp;The program welcomes <a href="http://www.nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation-centers/membership">Recreation Center members</a>&nbsp;ages 5&nbsp;and Up&nbsp;with a physical disability.</p>

Learn a variety of fun, adaptive sports! This program welcomes disabled Recreation Center members ages 5 and up.

(718) 353-7853

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Recreation Center membership is required.

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NY Classical: Shakespeare's Measure for Measure

2015-08-02T00:00:00.000

19:00

21:00

<p>Once a free and open society, Vienna is bitterly divided between high morals and the greed of commerce. Disguised as a monk, the duke wanders the land, prying into the daily lives of his subjects. When his deputy sentences Claudio to death, the virtue and purity of his sister, Isabella, is the price she must pay to save her brother&rsquo;s life. Measure for Measure is directed by artistic director Stephen Burdman.</p>

Once a free and open society, Vienna is bitterly divided between high morals and the greed of commerce. Disguised as a monk, the Duke wanders the land, prying into the daily lives of…

(212) 252-4531

info@newyorkclassical.org

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Morning Fitness at Fort Tryon Park

2014-12-06T00:00:00.000

08:30

09:30

<p>Come to Fort Tryon Park and try something new.&nbsp;Join us on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings for one hour of walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises.</p><p>All of our fitness programs are free, led by trained professionals, and suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Please check back for rain and weather/air advisory cancels.<br /><br />For a breath of fresh air, take your workouts outdoors.&nbsp; Parks are becoming a logical alternative environment for those who want to add variety to their work outs, or who just don&#39;t like the gym. And, it&#39;s an affordable way to increase physical activity opportunities, because there&#39;s nothing special to build.</p><p>Exercise with a view, in natural sunlight, with green scenery all around bestows health benefits that can&rsquo;t be found indoors. Scientific studies have shown that the pleasure of being outdoors for example gives your brain, psyche, and immune system an extra boost.</p><p><strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>Fitness programs are canceled if the weather is lower than 20 degrees and when there are icy conditions.</p>

Join us for one hour of walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises.

(212) 795-1388

info@FortTryonParkTrust.org

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Plastics: Pelagic Peril

2018-11-17T00:00:00.000

10:00

16:00

<p>This exhibition focuses on the serious problem of ocean trash that affects the health of people, marine life, and local economies. It also features poignant images of marine life by local artists. The exhibition enumerates specific actions that ordinary people can take to protect and conserve the world&rsquo;s oceans.&nbsp;</p><p>More than 12 million volunteers over three decades with Ocean Conservancy&rsquo;s International Coastal Cleanup have collected over 220 million pounds of trash, having picked up everything imaginable along the world&rsquo;s shorelines: cigarette butts, food wrappers, abandoned fishing gear, kitchen appliances, and even automobiles. Trash in the water and on the shore can kill marine animals, injure swimmers and beachgoers, and ensnare boat propellers.</p><p>Opening Reception:&nbsp;Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.</p>

This exhibition focuses on the serious problem of ocean trash that affects the health of people, marine life, and local economies. It also features poignant images of marine life by local artists.

(718) 227-1463

francis.gessner@parks.nyc.gov

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Exhibition: The Migration

2015-01-19T00:00:00.000

09:00

17:00

<p>NYC Parks&rsquo; Ebony Society invites you to celebrate Black History Month with the Arsenal Gallery exhibition <em>The Migration</em>.</p><p>In the midst of tremendous upheaval&mdash;two world wars and the Great Depression&mdash;a vast movement of people, some 6 million African American descendants of the Antebellum South, fled the racial segregation and discrimination of Jim Crow laws for northern and western U.S. cities. The &ldquo;Great Migration,&rdquo; as it is commonly termed, caused a seismic societal demographic shift and left an indelible mark on the urbanization of America. Twenty-two artists share their interpretations of this historical epoch and its impact.</p><p>Closed holidays</p>

NYC Parks’ Ebony Society invites you to celebrate Black History Month with the Arsenal Gallery exhbition The Migration.

(212) 360-8163

artandantiquities@parks.nyc.gov

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DigitalWork NYC Recruitment: Sorrentino Recreation Center

2013-11-08T00:00:00.000

15:00

18:00

<p> DigitalWork NYC, for 16 to 26 year olds, is a valuable opportunity to gain technical&nbsp;job skills for free.&nbsp; Become certified in Microsoft Office&nbsp;10 or Adobe Creative Suite 6,&nbsp;learn resume writing and interview techniques, receive job search support from an employment specialist and more!</p><p> These recruitment sessions help you through the application and interview process.&nbsp; Recreation Center membership is not required to attend.</p>

Become certified in Microsoft Office 10 and Adobe Creative Suite 6 through DigitalWork NYC, free for 16 to 26 year olds! These sessions help you apply and interview for the program.

(212) 255-3066

digitalworkcrc@parks.nyc.gov

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CityParks Seniors Fitness: Tennis

2013-10-10T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

Tennis Courts at Union Turnpike and 193rd St.

<p> City Parks Foundation welcomes all New Yorkers, 60 and over, to participate in <em>CityParks Seniors Fitness</em>. The Fall 2013 season of free fitness programs will begin the week of September 23^rd and will offer free tennis lessons, yoga instruction and fitness walking in 14 parks across the city.</p><p> All activities in this six&ndash;week fitness program take place twice a week at each location through November 1, 2013.&nbsp; Participants are encouraged to maintain regular attendance to maximize health benefits.</p><p> <em>CityParks Seniors Fitness</em> has served over 5,000 participants since it began in 2006 and aims to keep neighborhood parks a great place for community activity.&nbsp; The program encourages New Yorkers to maximize the health benefits of staying active at every age. Even in moderate amounts, exercise can help participants feel better, maintain or lose weight, reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, and minimize the symptoms of arthritis.</p><p> All equipment and instruction is provided free of charge.</p>

City Parks Foundation welcomes all New Yorkers, 60 and over, to participate in CityParks Seniors Fitness.

info@cityparksfoundation.org

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Summer Fun at Rockaway Beach

2018-08-11T00:00:00.000

10:00

16:00

<p>Formerly vacant, the space at Beach 98th Street now hosts free lawn games, a kids play area, activity and reading areas, a book share program, and more!</p><p>The program will be open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to&nbsp;4:00 p.m.&nbsp;through August 26, 2018.</p><p>Summer Fun at Rockaway Beach is jointly sponsored by the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, NYC Parks, and Queens Library, and was made possible by the help of Friends of Rockaway Beach.</p>

Join us at Beach 98th Street for free lawn games, kids activities, a book share program, and more!

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Morning Fitness at Fort Tryon Park

2018-06-30T00:00:00.000

08:30

09:30

<p>For a breath of fresh air, take your workouts outdoors.&nbsp;Parks are becoming a logical alternative environment for those who want to add variety to their work outs, or who just don&#39;t like the gym. And, it&#39;s an affordable way to increase physical activity opportunities, because there&#39;s nothing special to build.</p><p>Come to Fort Tryon Park and try something new.&nbsp;Join us on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings for one hour of walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises.</p><p>All of our fitness programs are free, led by trained professionals, and suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water.&nbsp;</p><p>Exercising&nbsp;with a view, in natural sunlight, with green scenery all around bestow&nbsp;health benefits that can&rsquo;t be found indoors. Scientific studies have shown that the pleasure of being outdoors gives your brain, psyche, and immune system an extra boost.</p><p><strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>Fitness programs are canceled if the weather is lower than 20 degrees and when there are icy conditions.&nbsp;Please check back for rain and weather/air advisory cancels.</p>

Come to Fort Tryon Park and try something new. Join us on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings for one hour of walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises. All of our…

(212) 795-1388

info@FortTryonParkTrust.org

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Theater for the New City Presents Street Theater's 'Emergency!!!'

2014-08-23T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:00

<p>Street Theater is a 50-member company including a live band, that performs musical operettas for free in NYC&nbsp;Parks during the summer.</p><p>This year&#39;s musical:&nbsp;&ldquo;Emergency!!!&rdquo; by Crystal Field. &quot;Emergency!!!&quot;&nbsp;is a rip-roaring musical about a heroic&nbsp;EMT worker in a boiling, broiling city.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Music composed and arranged by Joseph Vernon Banks.&nbsp;</p>

"Emergency!!!" is a rip-roaring musical about a heroic EMT worker in a boiling, broiling city.

(212) 254-1109

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Haunted Lantern Tours

2016-10-28T00:00:00.000

18:30

20:30

Enter the park at Totten Road and Cross Island Parkway. Follow the signs to the Visitor Center and Historic Battery.

<p>Leave your fears at home as the Urban Park Rangers lead your family through the haunted Fort Totten Water Battery. Participants must arrive no later than 8:00 p.m. for guaranteed admittance.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Sorry,&nbsp;no strollers allowed on the tour but there will be stroller parking available.</p><p><strong>Please note: </strong>The Visitor Center will be closed on Saturday, October 29.&nbsp;</p><p>For more information about Halloween events in Fort Totten Park, please call Mike Kuchinskas at&nbsp;(718) 352-4793 ext. 302.&nbsp;</p>

Leave your fears at home as the Urban Park Rangers lead your family through the haunted Fort Totten Water Battery.

(718) 352-4793 ext. 302

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McCarren Play Center Power Weekend: Parents vs. Kids McCarren Challenge

2013-03-17T00:00:00.000

12:00

13:00

Remember the&nbsp;television show Double Dare?&nbsp; At the Parents vs. Kids McCarren Challenge, the McCarren Play Center Power Weekend brings back one of the greatest kids game shows.&nbsp; Kids face off against their parents to answer trivia questions and take part in races to be the ultimate winner. The Challenge is part of&nbsp;the McCarren Play Center Power Weekend&#39;s three days of free programs for NYC&nbsp;Parks Recreation Center members.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Remember the television show Double Dare? At the Parents vs. Kids McCarren Challenge, the McCarren Play Center Power Weekend brings back one of the greatest kids games.

(718) 218-2380

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CANCELLED: Sherman Creek Stewards: Forest Crew

2016-11-27T00:00:00.000

13:00

15:30

<p class="alert alert-error">Please note: this event has been cancelled.</p><p>On Sunday afternoons, volunteers go into Highbridge Forest and tackle the modern day challenge of native reforestation. We&rsquo;ll teach you everything you need to know, from native plant and tree identification to the how, why, and what of invasive species removal. Later, you can tell your friends and family how you helped preserve a forest in the middle of Manhattan!</p><p><strong>New members</strong> are required to attend an&nbsp;Orientation Session,&nbsp;held on the first Saturday of the month. Email volunteer@nyrp.org or call 917-291-6436 for more details.</p>

Tackle the modern day challenge of native reforestation! Learn native plant identification and invasive species management.

(917) 291-6436

volunteer@nyrp.org

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Pop-Up Audubon II: Animal Clues

2016-05-14T00:00:00.000

11:00

16:00

<p>Join Alliance educators at the Peninsula to learn about birds and other animals that make their home near water, and add to the &ldquo;nest&rdquo; we are weaving with natural materials.</p><ul> <li><strong>Discovery Pack, 11 am&ndash;4 pm:</strong> The Prospect Park Alliance invites you to get inspired by nature with our new Discovery Packs, a ready-to-go kits filled with nature activities for families. In April, play Habitat Bingo, search for birds and design a home for one of the Park&#39;s many living things.</li> <li><strong>Lakeside Nature Stroll, 12&ndash;1 pm:</strong> Join Alliance naturalists for a guided nature walk through the meandering paths of the Peninsula and search for signs of animal homes.</li> <li><strong>Junior Naturalists, 1&ndash;2 pm:</strong> Help Alliance naturalists track migrating birds and invasive plants that impact where animals can make their homes in this citizen science program.</li> <li><strong>Nature&rsquo;s Helpers, 2&ndash;3 pm:</strong> Let&rsquo;s lend a helping hand to make our park a better place. &nbsp;Learn how mulch helps trees, spread wood chips or protect the environment by removing damaging litter.</li> <li><strong>Family Bird Watching, 3&ndash;4 pm: </strong>After learning how to use binoculars, join our naturalists to identify some of the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home.</li></ul>

Join Prospect Park Alliance educators at the Peninsula to learn about birds and other animals that make their home near water.

info@prospectpark.org

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Arts, Culture & Fun: Public Theater Mobile Unit: A Midsummer Night's Dream

2018-10-12T00:00:00.000

19:00

20:30

<p>This fall, a classic New York City block party becomes the enchanted setting where fairies work their mischief in Shakespeare&rsquo;s beloved play&nbsp;<em>A Midsummer Night&#39;s Dream</em>.<br /><br />Acclaimed director&nbsp;Jenny Koons&nbsp;takes you to the royal wedding of Theseus and Hippolyta, where a celebratory play is being rehearsed. But the real drama is unfolding in the concrete jungle of fairy King Oberon. There, four young New Yorkers discover the course of true love runs anything but smooth, as supernatural sprites and the lovable Puck conspire to reveal what fools we mortals be, and draw us all into the collective dream of romance and merriment.</p><p><strong>Please note: </strong>RSVP is requred. Please RSVP to hold your spot by emailing <a href="mailto:bronxacf@parks.nyc.gov">bronxacf@parks.nyc.gov</a>.</p><p><strong>About the PublicTheater Mobile Unit</strong><br />The Public Theater&rsquo;s Mobile Unit is a reinvention of Joseph Papp&rsquo;s &ldquo;Mobile Theater,&rdquo; which began in 1957. Papp&rsquo;s original touring company evolved into the New York Shakespeare Festival, and ultimately became The Public Theater. All of it was built on a simple idea: Culture belongs to everyone. This idea remains at the heart of The Public Theater&rsquo;s work to this day. And our Mobile Unit still takes this mission out to the communities across New York City, providing free performances to all. The Mobile Unit presents free Shakespeare to prisons, homeless shelters, and community centers throughout New York&rsquo;s boroughs. Over the years, the Mobile Unit has served thousands of audiences with critically acclaimed productions. In addition to the community tour, each Mobile Unit show &ldquo;sits down&rdquo; at The Public Theater&rsquo;s Astor Place home to perform for Public audiences and community organizations from all over the city.</p>

This fall, a classic New York City block party becomes the enchanted setting where fairies work their mischief in Shakespeare’s beloved play A Midsummer Night's Dream.

(718) 543-8672

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3 to 6 Club

2016-03-21T00:00:00.000

15:00

18:00

<p>Walker Park is offering various activities at the 3 to 6 Club, open to&nbsp;children ages 7 through 12 years,&nbsp;including&nbsp;art, literacy and sports.</p><p>Registration began September 8th and is ongoing. However, space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.</p><p>For more information please contact Rich Costello at (718) 816-6172</p>

Walker Park is offering various activities at the 3 to 6 Club, open to children ages 7 through 12 years, including art, literacy and sports.

(718) 816-6172

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Wilderness Survival

2013-03-02T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:00

<p> Whether you are preparing for an extended journey through the woods or just want to be more prepared for any situation, a wilderness survival program is perfect for you.&nbsp; Wilderness survival programs take place in the fall and winter.&nbsp; All programs are family friendly, but are recommended for ages 8 years and older.&nbsp; Wilderness survival programs feature hands-on activities in an outdoor setting.&nbsp; Please dress appropriately for cold weather.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

Whether you are preparing for an extended journey through the woods or just want to be more prepared for any situation, a wilderness survival program is perfect for you.

(212) 628-2345

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Earth Day Meditation with Biet Simkin

2016-04-24T00:00:00.000

11:30

12:30

<p>Get &ldquo;down and dirty&rdquo; this Earth Day weekend with meditation guru&nbsp;Biet Simkin&nbsp;from&nbsp;Center of the Cyclone. When it comes to &quot;down to earth&quot; meditation, Biet Simkin is the master.&nbsp;</p><p>Learn techniques and activities to feel grounded, connect with the earth, and to help you dig deep into your mind&rsquo;s core.</p><p>This session will be held outdoors, weather permitting. In case of rain, it will move to a location indoors.</p>

Learn techniques and activities to feel grounded, connect with the earth, and to help you dig deep into your mind’s core.

(718) 549-3200

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$40/$30 Wave Hill Member. Registration is required.

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Kayak Freshkills Park

2014-05-04T00:00:00.000

12:00

15:00

Meeting location will be provided after registration.

<p> Join us as members of the Freshkills Park team, with assistance from <a href="http://www.kayakstatenisland.org/">Kayak Staten Island</a> and generous support of the <a href="http://www.downtownboathouse.org/">Downtown Boathouse</a>, guide you through the creeks of Freshkills Park via kayak. This is an incredible opportunity for you to discover the future potential of Freshkills Park by experiencing the beauty of the waterways, grassy meadows, and trees on site.&nbsp; Kayaks, life vests, and safety training will be provided.</p><p> Meeting location will be inside the park - exact location and directions will be provided upon confirmation, and spaces fill up quickly. This tour will be limited to participants ages 16 and up.</p><p> Participants will be selected by lottery if the number of prospective participants exceeds the capacity.&nbsp; Register for the lottery at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.freshkillspark.org/upcoming-events">the Freshkills Park Events Page</a>.&nbsp; Email <a href="mailto:freshkillspark@parks.nyc.gov">freshkillspark@parks.nyc.gov</a> with questions.</p>

Join us as the Freshkills Park team and Kayak Staten Island, guide you through the beautiful creeks and streams of the future Freshkills Park via kayak.

(212) 788-8277

freshkillspark@parks.nyc.gov

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Nature Center Adventures

2018-07-08T00:00:00.000

12:00

13:00

<p>Join our Adventure Guides, who lead free nature-related programs at our Nature Centers this summer.</p><p>Nature Center Adventures connect New Yorkers of all ages to the natural world.&nbsp;Nature Center&nbsp;Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and&nbsp;getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.</p><p>Programs vary by location.</p>

Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.

(718) 352-1769

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Catch & Release Fishing

2013-06-05T00:00:00.000

10:00

15:00

<p> Grab a pole and relax on the Harlem Meer while you wait for a bite from one of the many species of fish that live in its diverse aquatic ecosystem! Poles available to borrow; must release fish after catching them. Free for families and individuals; groups larger than 5 must reserve at least 2 weeks in advance.</p><p> <a href="http://support.centralparknyc.org/site/Calendar/1795123187?view=Detail&amp;id=118368">Catch &amp; Release Fishing</a></p>

Grab a pole and relax on the Harlem Meer while you wait for a bite from one of the many species of fish that live in its diverse aquatic ecosystem! Poles available to borrow; must…

(212) 860-1370

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Bird Walks at The New York Botanical Garden

2013-03-09T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

Meets at reflecting pool.

<p>The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert.<br />&nbsp;</p>

The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert.

718-817-8700

pubrel@nybg.org

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Freshwater Fishing

2013-06-01T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

Enter at Eton Place and Richmond Avenue

<p> Mastering any new skill requires practice and patience. Fishing programs help develop these skills while connecting you with nature. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways on every fishing program.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways on every fishing program.

(718) 967-3542

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Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The Ramble

2018-08-11T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:30

Loeb Boathouse Express Café

<p>Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park woodland community.</p><p>Bring your family for a guided walk and discover why Central Park is a sanctuary for plants, animals, and humans alike. Learn about the architecture, landscapes, and ecosystems of the Park through hands-on exploration using Discovery Kits &ndash; rugged backpacks filled with kid-friendly binoculars, field guides,&nbsp;hand lenses, and&nbsp;and complementary&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/programs/discovery-journals.html">Discovery Journal</a>.</p><p><strong>Details</strong></p><p><strong>Meet:&nbsp;</strong>Meet:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/things-to-see-and-do/attractions/loeb-boathouse.html">Loeb Boathouse Express Caf&eacute;</a>&nbsp;(East Drive and 75th Street).&nbsp;<a href="http://assets.centralparknyc.org/images/tours/maps/Loeb_Boathouse_Start_Map.jpg">Map of start location.</a><br /><strong>Terrain:</strong>&nbsp;A few inclines, some stairs, and wood-chipped trails; may not be suitable for strollers.<br /><strong>Length of Tour:&nbsp;</strong>Approximately 90 minutes<br /><strong>Cost:</strong>&nbsp;Free. Space is limited,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/parent-events/discovery-walks-for-families-towering-trees-ramble.html">registration required</a>.&nbsp; Families with children ages 5+ only; no groups, please. Please arrive at walk location 15 minutes before the start of the Discovery Walk to allow time for check in..</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review our&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/tour-faq.html">Tours Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</a>.</p>

Take a hike through the Ramble and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.

(212) 310-6600

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Free. Space is limited, registration required. Families with children ages 5+ only; no groups, please. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the Discovery Walk to allow time for check in.

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Pop-Up Audubon: Macy’s Fishing Clinics

2013-08-24T00:00:00.000

12:00

17:00

<p> This popular program offers kids ages 15 &amp; under the opportunity to fish. Participants will learn about aquatic ecology, fishing safety, and even get to collect their own bait. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Call for more information.</p><p> 1 p.m. &nbsp; Nature on the Go! &ndash; Macy&rsquo;s Fishing Clinic</p><p> 3 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp; Nature on the Go! &ndash; Macy&rsquo;s Fishing Clinic&nbsp;</p>

“Pop-Up Audubon” is a new interactive activity through the Audubon Center that allows you to directly engage with nature through outdoor learning adventures.

(718) 287-3400 x303

info@prospectpark.org

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Bryant Park Le Carrousel: Kids

2014-06-14T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:00

Located on the 40th street side of the park, between the back of the New York Public Library and sixth avenue. Look for Le Carrousel in Bryant Park.

Flaubert Frog and Cali Co Cat presents stories, songs, and poems from the celebrated book <em>Free to Be&hellip; You and Me.</em>

Flaubert Frog and Cali Co Cat presents stories, songs, and poems from the celebrated book Free to Be… You and Me.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Nature Walk

2017-08-13T00:00:00.000

16:00

17:00

<p>Learn about the greenery and wildlife of Stuyvesant Square on a&nbsp;tour&nbsp;with neighbors and friends. In addition to various flora and fauna, our park is frequented by squirrels, pigeons, and the occasional falcon or hawk.<br /><br />Photo taken by Andrew Aves Garn</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1318035091579693/?context=create&amp;previousaction=create&amp;source=1&amp;sid_create=3352288678&amp;action_history=[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22page_create_dialog%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22create_dialog%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22user_create_dialog%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22create_dialog%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22user_create_dialog%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22create_dialog%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22surface%22%3A%22create_dialog%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22user_create_dialog%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A[]%7D]&amp;has_source=1">Link to Event Facebook Page</a></p>

In addition to various flora and fauna, our park is frequented by squirrels, pigeons, and the occasional falcon or hawk.

info@spnanyc.org

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Bryant Park Petanque

2013-09-30T00:00:00.000

11:00

18:00

Gravel next to 'witchcraft kiosk at the Fountain Terrace

Learn to play p&eacute;tanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC&rsquo;s championship-winning club.<div></div><div> Available for parties.</div>

Learn to play petanque from members of NYC's championship-winning club, La Boule New Yorkaise.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Seneca Village

2013-07-14T00:00:00.000

12:30

13:30

<p> <span class="Explicit">Established on land that would become part of Central Park, Seneca Village was Manhattan&rsquo;s first known community of African-American property owners. Learn about the history of the village and the people who lived there. The route involves moderate inclines and a few stairs.&nbsp;</span></p><p> <span class="Explicit"><strong>NOTE: </strong>Groups of seven or more people must call (212) 360-2726 or email tours@centralparknyc.org to schedule a custom tour.</span></p>

An informative tour of Seneca Village.

(212) 772-0288

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Arts, Culture & Fun Presents: Dance Away the Night

2015-09-23T00:00:00.000

18:00

20:00

<p>DJ Cocotaso spins Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, &amp; More! Featuring lessons and performances by Piel Canela Dance School. Don&#39;t miss it!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The event moves indoors in case of rain.</p>

DJ Cocotaso spins Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, & More! Featuring lessons and performances by Piel Canela Dance School. Don't miss it!

(718) 772-2135

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Book Worms

2017-06-08T00:00:00.000

14:30

15:30

<p>Book Worms is a program for children to share and develop their love for reading. Children will be able to develop and advance their literacy skills through a variety of fun and educational literacy games, activities, and library trips.&nbsp;</p><p>Registration is required. To register, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Dana.Vitolo@parks.nyc.gov">Dana.Vitolo@parks.nyc.gov</a> or call (718) 816-6172.&nbsp;</p>

Children will be able to develop and advance their literacy skills through a variety of fun and educational literacy games, activities, and library trips.

(718) 816-6172

Dana.Vitolo@parks.nyc.gov

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Open House Week

2016-12-09T00:00:00.000

18:00

20:00

<p>St. James Recreation Center will open its doors to the public, offering an opportunity to participate in sports, fitness, creative arts, and computer technology.&nbsp; Free and open to the public.</p><p>Participants will need to show a valid photo identication and will be asked to sign a liability waiver.</p>

St. James Recreation Center will open its doors to the public, offering an opportunity to participate in sports, fitness, creative arts, and computer technology.

(718) 367-3657

laura.alverez@parks.nyc.gov

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Yoga

2016-06-26T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:15

<p>Reduce stress, increase your energy and bring strength and flexibility to mind, body and spirit with a yoga practice that makes use of props, including blocks and straps.</p><p>Classes are led in partnership with&nbsp;Yoga for Bliss. All levels are welcome; participants should bring their own mats.</p><p>Sessions take place outdoors, weather permitting.&nbsp;Please arrive on time;&nbsp;late-comers will not be admitted once the class begins.&nbsp;</p>

Reduce stress, increase your energy and bring strength and flexibility to mind, body and spirit with a yoga practice that makes use of props, including blocks and straps.

(718) 549-3200

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$25/15 Wave Hill Member. Advance registration online receives a $2 discount. Online registration closes at 8AM on the day of the session. Cancellations must be made by 3PM the Friday before; after that, refunds will not be made. Drop-ins will be accommodated as the limited space permits. Participants must present their Membership card or a printed program registration form at the front gate, or purchase tickets at the Perkins Visitor Center.

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Bryant Park Games

2014-07-13T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

<p> Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games for free. From Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga. Visit bryantpark.org to find weekly Game Socials and Clinics for Board and Party Games, Mah Jongg, and more.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games for free. From Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga. Visit bryantpark.org to find weekly Game Socials and…

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Bryant Park Games

2014-10-18T00:00:00.000

11:00

18:00

<p> Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games, from Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga.&nbsp;</p>

Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games, from Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga.

(212) 768-4242

Bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Art In the Garden: Paul Lin & Botanical Therapeutic Art

2015-01-30T00:00:00.000

09:00

16:30

<p>Blending fine art and traditional crafts, Lin explores natural materials, transforming them into stunning landscapes and portraits.&nbsp; Watch for news about an art workshop and closing reception in the Spring Calendar and on our website</p>

Art In the Garden: Paul Lin- Botanical Therapeutic Art Tuesdays through Saturdays, January 20 to April 12 in the Visitor & Administration Building Gallery. (Note: The…

(718) 886-3800

rforlenza@queensbotanical.org

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Admission to the garden: $4 Adult; $3 Seniors; $2 Students with ID and children over 3

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Wildlife Weekend

2018-11-04T00:00:00.000

11:00

16:00

<p>Have fun learning about interesting critters at this pay-one-price event! Admission includes the Frogs, Bugs, &amp; Animals show, hayrides, animal feeding, and pony rides (80 lb. rider limit).</p>

Admission includes the Frogs, Bugs, & Animals show, hayrides, animal feeding, and pony rides (80 lb. rider limit).

(718) 347-3276

info@queensfarm.org

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Summer Open House: H.H. Biddle House

2018-07-28T00:00:00.000

12:00

15:00

<p>Now a NYC landmark designated house&nbsp;located&nbsp;within&nbsp;Conference House Park, the&nbsp;H.H. Biddle House is a grand&nbsp;Greek Revival building with double height porticos that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking&nbsp;the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.&nbsp;Built in 1845&nbsp;by Henry Hogg Biddle, who operated the Staten Island-Perth Amboy Ferry,&nbsp;it now houses local Tottenville&nbsp;historical items&nbsp;along with nature inspired artwork.</p><p>Thru the end of the year is an exhibit of Museum of Navigation and Communication: Immigrants-The Roots of Maritime Innovation. Also feel free to explore the adjacent terracotta garden, the beachfront and grounds of this NYC historic treasure.</p><p>Free.&nbsp;</p>

Explore a grand Greek Revival building that sits atop clay colored bluffs overlooking the Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill waterways.

francis.gessner@parks.nyc.gov

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Teen Rock Your Seat

2014-07-18T00:00:00.000

18:00

19:00

<p>Experience the sound of music as&nbsp;you workout to the beat without leaving your seat.&nbsp; This class which takes place in a seated position will increase upper body range of motion,&nbsp;develop strength, and tone.</p><p>Recreation Center membership is required to participate.</p>

Experience the sound of music as you workout to the beat without leaving your seat. Recreation Center membership is required to participate.

(718) 667-3545

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