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Central Park Tour: Southern Welcome Tour

2017-06-08T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>Join Central Park Conservancy guides for an introduction to some of the southern park highlights, including&nbsp;Grand Army Plaza, the pond, Gapstow Bridge, Wollman Rink, Chess &amp; Checkers House, and the Dairy.</p><p>The tour route involves moderate inclines and some stairs. The tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Southern-Welcome-Tour-Start-Location-Map-2015.jpg">starts</a> inside the park at 61st Street and Fifth Avenue.&nbsp;For weather cancellation, ticket and other policies, please review Central Park&#39;s Conservancy&#39;s&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-policies.html">policies</a> carefully.&nbsp;Groups of seven or more must schedule a <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/custom-tours.html">custom tour</a> three weeks in advance at <a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>For more information, please review the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-faq-test.html">Frequently Asked Questions</a>.</p>

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.

(212) 794-6564

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Bryant Park Reading Room: Reel Talks: Loves of Marilyn Monroe

2014-08-04T00:00:00.000

18:30

19:30

Located on the 42nd street side of the park, between the back of the New York Public Library and Sixth Avenue. Look for the burgundy and white umbrellas.

<p>Lively and entertaining commentary on the loves of Marilyn Monroe. With resident film expert Scott Adlerberg and Jim Baker, author of&nbsp;The Empty Glass.</p><p>In case of rain, Word for Word Reel Talks will be canceled.</p>

Lively and entertaining commentary on the loves of Marilyn Monroe. With resident film expert Scott Adlerberg and Jim Baker, author of The Empty Glass.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Morning Fitness at Fort Tryon Park

2016-12-10T00:00:00.000

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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Field Trip Destination: The South Pole at Wards Point, Staten Island

2018-11-08T00:00:00.000

07:00

19:00

<p>Explore New York City&#39;s and New York State&#39;s <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B029'46.0%22N+74%C2%B014'53.7%22W/@40.4961151,-74.250431,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!1m6!3m5!1s0x89c3cabd956a53a9:0xc8e47baf1b8c9386!2sConference+House+Park!8m2!3d40.5010869!4d-74.2516134!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d40.4961109!4d-74.248237">southernmost point</a>: The &quot;South Pole&quot; at Wards Point within Conference House Park. The geographical southern tip of the State overlooks the confluences of the Raritan Bay, Raritan River, and Arthur Kill water bodies.</p><p>The three&nbsp;miles of nearby natural shoreline are a beach comber&rsquo;s paradise. Shells, rocks, and stones of every shape and size can be found here. Just a short distance to the north of the South Pole are the park&rsquo;s clay colored bluffs&nbsp;where you can view city&rsquo;s only exposed portion of the terminal moraine.</p><p>Not to be missed are the park&rsquo;s other attractions: acres of woodland, four galleries, and five historic houses!</p>

The geographical southern tip of the State overlooks the confluences of the Raritan Bay, Raritan River, and Arthur Kill water bodies.

john.kilcullen@parks.nyc.gov

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Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness at Hattie Carthan Herban Farm

2013-09-29T00:00:00.000

15:00

16:30

As summer gasps its last breath, fall comes rolling right in on its heels. Fall brings coolness and warm, bright colors, but it also brings the dreaded cold and flu season. Although the fall and winter are considered seasons of rest and rejuvenation, they can also be very draining on the body. Inactivity and being indoors spreads viruses and germs that constantly bombard the body&#39;s immune system.&nbsp; Join herbalist Yonnette Fleming as she explores herbs in the garden which have the ability to strengthen and heal the body during the cooler months and can improve health throughout the fall and winter seasons.

As summer gasps its last breath, fall comes rolling right in on its heels. Fall brings coolness and warm, bright colorsbut it also brings the dreaded cold and flu season. Although the…

(718) 638-3566

Hattiecarthancommunitymarket@yahoo.com

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BK Boot Camp

2016-09-21T00:00:00.000

19:00

20:00

<p>Come to a BK Boot Camp class for a full body workout appropriate for adults of all ages and fitness levels.&nbsp;</p><p>Participants can arrive as early at 6:30 p.m. WOODstack representatives will be on-site as early as 6:00 p.m.&nbsp;</p><p>Sponsored by WOODstack.</p>

Come to a BK Boot Camp class for a full body workout appropriate for adults of all ages and fitness levels.

(718) 965-8928

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Learn-to-Row 2

2017-05-24T00:00:00.000

18:30

20:00

<p>Learn-to-Row 2 picks up where Learn-to-Row 1 leaves off. Participants will continue to enhance their rowing technique and boat moving skills in this 8-session course through consistent water time in stable barges. The majority of the time will be spent increasing focus on working together, developing rhythm, and building power to move the boat as efficiently as possible. All classes take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30pm &ndash; 8:00pm.</p><p>After completing Learn-to-Row 2, participants will have the opportunity to continue rowing with our <a href="http://www.rownewyork.org/programs/programs-for-adults/masters-recreational-rowing/">Recreational Masters program</a>!</p><p>The prerequisite for this course is our <a href="http://www.rownewyork.org/programs/programs-for-adults/learn-to-row/">Learn-to-Row 1</a>&nbsp;program.&nbsp;</p><p>Questions about our 2017 Learn-To-Row 2 classes? Contact our Adult Program Coordinator &amp; Competitive Masters Head Coach, Claudia Loeber, at cloeber@rownewyork.org for more information.</p>

Learn to Row in New York City!

(718) 433-3075

cloeber@rownewyork.org 

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President's Vacation Week at Wave Hill

2013-02-22T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p> Spend an afternoon or a week at Wave Hill. Programs are geared to families with children between the ages 5-10. Registration is recommended. <em>Admission to the grounds is free for Bronx residents throughout this 10-day period. Please note that Wave Hill is closed Monday, February 18, as is customary.</em></p><p> SAT, FEBRUARY 16&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FAMILY ART PROJECT&mdash;A DESERT UNDER GLASS</p><p> A Desert under Glass/<em>Un desierto bajo vidrio</em></p><p> Take a visit to Wave Hill&rsquo;s Cactus and Succulent House and leave winter behind. Spend some time sketching and painting the exotic desert dwellers, then, using sand and paint, make a desert mirage. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.</p><p> ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.</p><p> SUN, FEBRUARY 17&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FAMILY ART PROJECT&mdash;A DESERT UNDER GLASS</p><p> A Desert under Glass/<em>Un desierto bajo vidrio</em></p><p> Take a visit to Wave Hill&rsquo;s Cactus and Succulent House and leave winter behind. Spend some time sketching and painting the exotic desert dwellers, then, using sand and paint, make a desert mirage. Free with admission to the grounds.</p><p> ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.</p><p> SUN, FEBRUARY 17&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; GARDEN AND CONSERVATORY HIGHLIGHTS WALK</p><p> Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.</p><p> MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM</p><p> MON, FEBRUARY 18</p><p> Closed to the public.</p><p> TUE, FEBRUARY 19&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FITNESS AND MOVEMENT</p><p> Join Yoga for Bliss instructors for a one hour session of fun movement activity learning simple stretching, yoga, and breathing techniques indoors followed by active walking, jumping and playing outdoors. This program is geared to families with children between the ages of 5 and 10.</p><p> Registration recommended. Free, and admission to the grounds is free to all visitors today, thanks to the generous support of Target. Due to a change in the calendar for New York City schools following Hurricane Sandy, family programs on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday have been cancelled.</p><p> ECOLOGY BUILDING, 1 to 2 p.m.</p><p> TUE, FEBRUARY 19&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ARTY AFTERNOONS</p><p> Express yourself with an array of creative art projects led by Family Art Project Leader Ilse Murdock and staff and/or Wave Hill&rsquo;s Guest Winter Workspace Artist. This program is geared to families with children between the ages of 5 and 10.&nbsp; President&#39;s Vacation Week special event.</p><p> Registration recommended. Free, and admission to the grounds is free today for all visitors, thanks to the generous support of Target. Due to a change in the calendar for New York City schools following Hurricane Sandy, family programs on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday have been cancelled.</p><p> MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2 to 4 p.m.</p><p> SAT, FEBRUARY 23&nbsp;&nbsp; FAMILY ART PROJECT&mdash;SEEDY BEADY PAPER</p><p> Seedy Beady Paper/<em>Papel, pepitas y abalorios</em></p><p> Popular papermaker Randy Brozen shows us how to make beautiful sheets of handmade paper. We&rsquo;ll make it extra fancy, and dress it up with seeds and seed beads! Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.</p><p> ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.</p><p> SAT, FEBRUARY 23&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; WINTER WORKSPACE: EXPLORING FORM&mdash;MOLD MAKING AND CASTING</p><p> Visitors gain insight into Winter Workspace artist Onyedika Chuke&rsquo;s creative process and explore the winter landscape as a source of inspiration. In this mold-making workshop, participants learn about different casting techniques and then create their own molds and casts of both organic and machined forms. Art materials are provided unless otherwise noted. <em>Workshops are open to all visitors ages 12 and over when accompanied by an adult. </em>Space is limited, so registration is recommended, at <a href="http://www.wavehill.org/">www.wavehill.org</a>, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Free with admission to the grounds. Drop-ins will be accommodated as space permits. This program also takes place on March 17.</p><p> GLYNDOR GALLERY &amp; ON THE GROUNDS, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.</p><p> SUN, FEBRUARY 24&nbsp;&nbsp; FAMILY ART PROJECT&mdash;SEEDY BEADY PAPER</p><p> Seedy Beady Paper/<em>Papel, pepitas y abalorios</em></p><p> Popular papermaker Randy Brozen shows us how to make beautiful sheets of handmade paper. We&rsquo;ll make it extra fancy, and dress it up with seeds and seed beads! Free with admission to the grounds, and admission is free for Bronx residents.</p><p> ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m .</p><p> SUN, FEBRUARY 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; GARDEN AND CONSERVATORY HIGHLIGHTS WALK</p><p> Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.</p><p> MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2 p.m.</p><p></p>

Spend an afternoon or a week at Wave Hill. Programs are geared to families with children between the ages 5-10. Registration is recommended.

(718) 549-3200

pressroom@wavehill.org

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Free with admission to the grounds. $8 adults, $4 students and seniors, $2 children 6-18

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Leading the Way: Six Outstanding Women of Queens

2015-12-15T00:00:00.000

14:30

16:30

<p>The Queens Historical Society presents their newest exhibition, <em>Leading the Way: Six Outstanding Women of Queens</em>. &nbsp;Featuring women from diverse fields and backgrounds, who at one point in their lives lived and worked in Queens, the exhibition&nbsp;highlights the life and work of&nbsp;Helen Keller, Betty Friedan, Rise Stevens, Lisa Randall, Grace Lee Boggs, and Yeou-Cheng Ma. &nbsp;Also on display is an interactive installation of handmade sea glass-like objects by artist M. J. Levy Dickson, as an homage to Helen Keller. &nbsp;On view Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2:30-4:30 p.m. until May 2016.</p>

The Queens Historical Society presents their newest exhibition, Leading the Way: Six Outstanding Women of Queens. Featuring women from diverse fields and backgrounds, who at one…

(718) 939-0647

info@queenshistoricalsociety.org

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$5 Adults, $3 Seniors & Students, free for Queens Historical Society members

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Exhibition: Alice Austen Everyday: A Photo Series Inspired by Place

2015-12-15T00:00:00.000

11:00

17:00

<p>Starting last year on Alice Austen&rsquo;s birthday, the Alice Austen House began a project documenting the grounds and waterfront from Austen&rsquo;s home, Clear Comfort. Each day since then the house, grounds, and activities of the site have been documented, much like Alice Austen did over a hundred years ago.&nbsp;The museum will present an installation of nearly 200 snapshots capturing the daily life of this historic site and invite&nbsp;visitors&nbsp;to participate in the project.&nbsp;</p><p>Alice Austen Everyday is on view September 26 &ndash; December 30, 2015 and shown in conjunction with the museum&rsquo;s 30th Anniversary exhibition &ldquo;Becoming Clear Comfort: History of a Landmark,&quot; tracing&nbsp;the history of the house. &nbsp;Recently tagged images will also be on view, presented on an iPad in the gallery. Exhibition s on view during museum hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm.</p><p><strong>Be like Alice Austen</strong>:&nbsp;Upload images taken during the day to social media using the hashtag #aliceausteneveryday. Not on social media? Email photos with title, date, and name of photographer to info@aliceausten.org&nbsp;to be included in the project.</p><p><strong>Cover Photo Contest</strong>:&nbsp;Submit a #aliceausteneveryday photo of the house and grounds of Clear Comfort to&nbsp;info@aliceausten.org&nbsp;by November 1, 2015. The selected winner&rsquo;s photo will be used as the Alice Austen House&rsquo;s Facebook Cover Photo.</p>

Alice Austen's beloved home, Clear Comfort, was her muse and her window onto the world at the entrance to the New York Harbor. The vantage point from Clear Comfort is…

718-816-4506

shiloh@aliceausten.org

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2013 Group Trail Runs High Rock Park in the Greenbelt

2013-03-09T00:00:00.000

08:00

09:00

<font size="2">Join experienced runners from the Staten Island Athletic Club (SIAC) for training runs leading up to the High Rock Challenge Adventure Race.The group will leave at 8 am from the High Rock parking lot. Note that the final distance and resulting route will be determined by the group&rsquo;s skill and fitness level - everyone is welcome.There is no charge and no reservation requirement. Plan on one hour of running.&nbsp;Please share a ride to High Rock as parking is limited.</font><br /><br />

Join experienced runners from the Staten Island Athletic Club (SIAC) for training runs leading up to the High Rock Challenge Adventure Race.

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Open Track Night

2017-07-06T00:00:00.000

18:00

20:00

<p>This weekly event is an opportunity for adult runners and walkers of all abilities to utilize world-class Icahn Stadium! Once a month, Open Track&nbsp;Nights will also feature a free introductory running form seminar.</p>

This weekly event is an opportunity for adult runners and walkers of all abilities to utilize world-class Icahn Stadium!

(212) 860-1899

info@randallsisland.org

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2018 Senior Games Table Tennis Clinic

2018-02-21T00:00:00.000

10:00

12:00

<p>Let&#39;s get ready to rumble! As the 2018 <a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/brooklyn-senior-games">Senior Games</a> slowly approaches, get ready to sharpen those skills with our Table Tennis Clinic hosted by McCarren Play Center.</p><p>Come out and get ready to train hard for the 2018 Senior Games, for adults ages 50 and older. Train&nbsp;with some of our best staff and challenge our members in competitions&nbsp;to help build your skills.</p>

Come out and get ready to train hard for the 2018 Senior Games. Train with some of our best staff and challenge our members in competitions to help build your skills.

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Please note: </strong>the first day of the clinic is free. To participate in the clinic after the first day, you&#39;ll need a <a href="/programs/recreation-centers/membership">Recreation Center Membership</a>

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Reel Harlem Historic Harlem Parks Film Festival 2016: Purple Rain

2016-08-01T00:00:00.000

18:00

22:00

<p>The Kid (Prince) is a Minneapolis musician on the rise with his band, escaping a tumultuous home life through music. While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his father, the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia.&nbsp;<strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>This film contains adult content.</p><p>The screening will also feature a live music tribute to Prince&nbsp;by InJoy Enterprises,&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;Marcus Machado with his band, Amma&nbsp;Whatt, Angela Johnson, Carmen Rodgers, Chris Rob, Elijah Bland, Kelli Sae, Nicholas Ryan Gant, and&nbsp;DJ M. Forde.</p><p><strong>Rain information:&nbsp;</strong>The live music tribute will take place&nbsp;rain or shine. In case of rain, the movie screening will move indoors at 2301 Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard.&nbsp;</p>

While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his father, the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia.

(212) 340-1874

info@imagenation.us

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Kids in Culture: Chess Class in the Park

2015-06-05T00:00:00.000

15:30

17:30

<p>The Washington Square Association, NYC Parks, the Salmagundi Club and the Marshall Chess Club have partnered to provide free, fun kids activities in Washington Square Park the last week of May and the first week of June.</p><p>The Marshall Chess Club instructors are very experienced, including tournament level players, all anxious to introduce kids to &quot;The Royal Game.&quot; These free classes will take place Wednesdays and Fridays at 3:30 to 5:30 beginning Wednesday, May 27 through Friday, June 5. We will meet in the north west corner plaza. (Rain dates tbd).</p><p>Find out more and RSVP here: <a href="http://www.washingtonsquarenyc.org/washington-square-family-events">http://www.washingtonsquarenyc.org/washington-square-family-events</a></p>

The Marshall Chess Club instructors are very experienced, including tournament level players, all anxious to introduce kids to "The Royal Game."

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Stretching, Toning, and Relaxation at the Poe Visitor Center

2013-07-18T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p> The relaxation technique, somewhat like yoga,&nbsp;makes you feel as though you are floating on water.</p><p> You&nbsp;may experience yourself&nbsp;drifting in and out of sleep during the gentle and quiet sessions.&nbsp;You will gain a deeper sense of&nbsp;well-being and relaxation, with a better&nbsp;understanding of your body and how it feels.&nbsp;If you&nbsp;suffer migraines or back or neck pain, the instructor&nbsp;will&nbsp;advice you on the&nbsp;specific technique to alleviate the&nbsp;area of concern.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p> Mats and &nbsp;materials are provided. Come in loose and comfortable pants and clothing. Most people remove their shoes.</p><p> Get ready to have an amazing experience. This is a very popular class.</p>

The relaxation technique, somewhat like yoga, makes you feel as though you are floating on water.

(718) 365-5516

lucy.aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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NYRR Open Run: Cunningham Park

2017-02-26T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

Meet us off Union Turnpike at the Comfort Station between the Tennis Courts and Baseball fields.

<p>Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running&nbsp;initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.&nbsp;All runs are directed by volunteers and are free to all participants. The finish line is open until the last person is done. The courses vary based on the park, but the courses&nbsp;are between 2.5 and&nbsp;3 miles long.</p><p>Participants are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the run and to leave their valuables at home &ndash; bag check is not provided. No need to do anything before the run, just show up. Open to all ages, experience levels, walkers, strollers, dogs: All are welcome!</p><p>This program is in coordination with <a href="/about/framework-for-an-equitable-future/community-parks-initiative">NYC Parks&#39;&nbsp;Community Parks Initiative</a>.</p>

Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.

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Ray Martinez: Legacy

2018-09-03T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:00

<p>Celebrate Labor Day listening to jazz musician&nbsp;Ray Martinez, who returns to Wave Hill with his band to perform original, modern jazz, and jazz fusion, mixing styles, rhythms, and instrumentals.</p><p>This outdoor concert is presented in partnership with the Bronx Council on the Arts.</p><p>Free with admission to the grounds.</p>

Celebrate Labor Day listening to jazz musician Ray Martinez, who returns to Wave Hill with his band to perform original, modern jazz, and jazz fusion, mixing styles, rhythms, and instrumentals.

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Free with admission to the grounds. Admission is $8 Adults, $4 Students and Seniors 65+, $2 Children 6+, Free to Members and children under 6.

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Bryant Park Chess & Backgammon

2014-07-11T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

<p> Game boards, including chess and backgammon, are available for a small few. Endorsed by the Marshall Chess Club.&nbsp;</p>

Game boards, including chess and backgammon, are available for a small few. Endorsed by the Marshall Chess Club.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Chess boards: $3.00 per half hourBackgammon: $4.00 per half hour

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Summer on the Hudson: West Side County Fair

2015-09-06T00:00:00.000

13:00

18:00

Enter the park at 68th and Riverside Blvd.

<p>Enjoy a full day of county fair magic in Manhattan with carnival rides and games, four awesome bands, sideshow performers, aerialists, reptile shows, local food and merchandise vendors, cotton candy, and more!&nbsp; Summer on the Hudson will be using wristbands for access to rides and games this year - visit one of four wristband stations to get yours!</p><p>Featured entertainment:</p><ul> <li><a href="http://www.justinwoodcircus.com/">Justin Wood</a>, Host</li> <li><a href="http://www.thebrummybrothers.com/">The Brummy Brothers </a></li> <li><a href="http://coyoteandcrow.com/">Coyote and Crow</a></li> <li><a href="http://kate-vargas.com/">Kate Vargas </a></li> <li><a href="http://theblindowlband.com/">Blind Owl Band</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ladycircus.com/">House of Yes</a>&nbsp;(aerialists&nbsp;&amp; stiltwalkers)</li> <li><a href="http://ny-wild.com/">NY Wild Reptile Education</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>

Enjoy a full day of county fair magic with carnival rides, live music, aerialists, reptile shows, local food, and more!

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Tree Care Tuesday with Human Impacts Institute

2015-07-14T00:00:00.000

10:00

12:00

<p>Join the Human Impacts Institute to help care for local trees and green space. Help with their&nbsp;local oyster monitoring project, too!</p><p>Registration is&nbsp;ecommended (required for groups). Please register <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1byq914uIZzYx_IsqwATj4I9wIYrWvp7U-hCuehlXMek/viewform">here</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Join the Human Impacts Institute to help care for local trees and green space. Help with their local oyster monitoring project, too!

(917) 727-9761

programs@humanimpactsinstitute.org

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Ed Center Open Hours

2016-10-30T00:00:00.000

13:00

17:00

Located at 99 Plymouth in the Main Street section of Brooklyn Bridge Park.

<p>The Ed Center is open for free, drop-in hours four afternoons a week!</p><p>Get to know Brooklyn Bridge Park with our 250-gallon aquarium filled with critters from the East River, a 10&rsquo;-scale model of Brooklyn Bridge Park, crafts, a reading corner, and much more!&nbsp;</p><p>Photo by Alexa Hoyer</p>

Get to know Brooklyn Bridge Park with our 250-gallon aquarium filled with critters from the East River, a 10’-scale model of Brooklyn Bridge Park, crafts, a reading corner, and much more!

ephillips@brooklynbridgepark.org

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Bryant Park: Le Carrousel

2013-05-24T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

La Carrousel was specially created to complement the park&rsquo;s French classical style, featuring brightly colored animals and French cabaret music. $2 per ride, or buy a discount card to enjoy 10 rides for $15.<div></div><div> Also available for parties.</div>

Specially created to complement the park's French classical style, featuring brightly colored animals and French cabaret music. $2 per ride, or buy a discount card to enjoy 10…

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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$2 per ride, or buy a discount card to enjoy 10 rides for $15.

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Adult's Le Petit Art

2017-12-06T00:00:00.000

11:30

13:00

<p>Adults will create delicate miniature work to keep&nbsp;or give as gifts to friends or family.&nbsp;</p><p>October: Mini Rock Painting<br />November: Create Mini Coloring Books and Delicate Paper Cutting<br />December Whimsical Winter Wonder Black Artist Tile Zen Art<br />&nbsp;</p>

Adults will create delicate miniature work to keep or give as gifts to friends or family.

(718) 365-5516

Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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Astronomy

2014-11-15T00:00:00.000

18:00

19:00

<p>The wonders of the universe are ready to be discovered and New York City parks are the perfect place to stargaze and explore the night sky.&nbsp;</p><p>Our Urban Park Rangers will be your guides to the solar system, discussing the science, history,&nbsp;and folklore of the universe.&nbsp;Astronomy programs feature the use of telescopes and binoculars to observe specific astronomical events. &nbsp;</p><p>Programs are best enjoyed on clear nights, so please call ahead if weather conditions are not clear.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Our Urban Park Rangers will be your guides to the solar system, discussing the science, history, and folklore of the universe.

(718) 967-3542

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A.M. Stretch

2016-08-24T00:00:00.000

10:30

11:00

<p>A morning stretching class is a great way to start the day. This class will help&nbsp;build range of motion from head to toe,&nbsp;correct posture,&nbsp;and help students understand the difference between pain and a stretch.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

This class will help build range of motion from head to toe, correct posture, and help students understand the difference between pain and a stretch.

212) 387-7687

rodolfo.guevara@parks.nyc.gov

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Textile Arts: Crochet Amigurumi Bear - Adults

2017-02-11T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>Participants will crochet a cute, stuffed Amigurumi bear&nbsp;to keep or give as a gift. It is important to attend all sessions.</p><p>Learn to read and follow pattern for making the Amigurumi Bear.</p><p><strong>Materials needed:</strong> #4 cotton yarn, size E aluminum crochet hook, tapestry or yarn&nbsp;needle, yarn cutter, clicky row counter (optional), stitch marker, pom pom maker (optional), polyfill to stuff your Amigurumi Bear, buttons for eyes, sewing needle, and sewing thread.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Participants will crochet a cute, stuffed Amigurumi bear to keep or give as a gift.

(718) 365-5516

Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza

2014-03-29T00:00:00.000

08:00

16:00

<p> At what other market can you do all your food shopping, sample local wine, and take walk in Prospect Park? Open since 1989, Grand Army Plaza is the flagship Brooklyn market.</p><p> EBT/Food Stamps and WIC &amp; Senior FMNP coupons accepted year-round.&nbsp;</p>

Fresh produce and so much more, all year long! See what farm fresh is all about.

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Composting Workshop: Turn & Learn

2018-09-22T00:00:00.000

11:30

13:30

1 or C train to 103rd St; Garden is at corner of 107th St. and Columbus Ave.

<p>Learn all about composting, from worm bins to NYC&#39;s Organic&#39;s Collection program at this hands-on workshop.&nbsp;</p><p>The first 20 people get to take home some compost!&nbsp;Snacks/refreshments will be provided.&nbsp;</p><p>For questions about&nbsp;this event, please contact Cara Sclafani at&nbsp;(917) 330-1121 or at <a href="mailto:bunnycoo@gmail.com">bunnycoo@gmail.com</a>.</p><p>A ZERO Waste Event!</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Learn all about composting, from worm bins to NYC's Organic's Collection program at this hands-on workshop. The first 20 people get to take home some compost!

(917) 330-1121

bunnycoo@gmail.com

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Le Carrousel StoryTime

2018-07-14T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:00

<p>Cali Co Cat and her carousel pals get you jumpin&rsquo; and leapin&rsquo; with fun, games, and stories to boot.</p><p>Le Carrousel programs are subject to change.</p><p>Weather permitting.</p>

Cali Co Cat and her carousel pals get you jumpin’ and leapin’ with fun, games, and stories to boot.

(212) 768-4242

jfeliciano@urbanmgt.com

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Discovery Walk for Families: Conservatory Gardens

2017-08-05T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:30

<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, and hand lenses.</p><p><a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/test/calendar-test/parent-events/discovery-walks-for-families-conservatory-garden.html">Pre-registration required as space is limited</a>. 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 and to pick up Discovery Kits.</p><p>Terrain: Uneven, with hills, stairs, and wood-chipped trails; may not be suitable for strollers.</p>

Bring your family for a guided walk and discover why Central Park is a sanctuary for plants, animals, and humans alike.

212-310-6600

programs@centralparknyc.org

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Fall 2015 Overlook Concerts - Brass Quintet

2015-10-04T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>Riverside Park Conservancy and our generous supporters present our Fall 2015 Overlook Concert series, with talent from French Cookin&rsquo; Blues Band, Manhattan School of Music&nbsp;Community Partnerships Program, and the Columbia University Bluegrass Band.</p><p>This week&rsquo;s performer:&nbsp;Manhattan School of Music Brass&nbsp;Quintet; Nolan Tsang, Leader. A&nbsp;glorious sound floats over the park as these skilled players present traditional and contemporary brass music.</p><p>Join us for these sweet Sundays in the Park!</p>

Enjoy a performance by the Manhattan School of Music Brass Quintet. A glorious sound floats over the park as these skilled players present traditional and contemporary brass music.

(212) 870-3070

sabrina@riversideparknyc.org

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Ocean Breeze Summer Fitness: Thrower Power

2015-07-23T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>If power is your goal and explosiveness is your objective, then Thrower Power is your work out! Thrower Power is a program that includes circuit style workouts designed to enhance lower body explosive power, strength, and flexibility. Participants will to use a variety of weighted equipment designed to maximize their lower body movements. This &ldquo;off-season&rdquo; athletic workout will offer benefits to athletes of all kinds.</p><p>All classes are weather dependent. In cases of rain, please call (718) 667-3543 to confirm classes are still on.</p>

Take free fitness classes outside this summer, brought to you by the staff of the new Ocean Breeze Track & Field Athletic Complex!

(718) 667-3543

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Sunrise Tai Chi

2017-08-16T00:00:00.000

06:30

07:30

<p>Start your day out right; come enjoy Sunrise Tai Chi classes with certified Tai Chi Instructor Robert Martinez&nbsp;on the beautiful David Rockefeller Linden Terrace.</p><p>These classes are suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable&nbsp;clothing and bring water.</p><p>Please check the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/forttryonparktrust">Fort Tryon Park&#39;s Facebook Page</a>&nbsp;for weather/air advisory cancellations.</p>

Start your day out right; come enjoy Sunrise Tai Chi classes with certified Tai Chi Instructor Robert Martinez, on the beautiful David Rockefeller Linden Terrace.

(212) 795-1388

info@FortTryonParkTrust.org

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Waterfront Concert Series 2015: Michael Patrick's Ring of Fire Band

2015-07-23T00:00:00.000

19:30

21:00

Shore Boulevard between the Hell Gate Bridge and the pool.

<p>Michael Patrick&#39;s Ring of Fire Band is a&nbsp;band from central New Jersey. Inspired by traditional folk, country, rockabilly, bluegrass, gospel, roots, and rock, their tribute show will&nbsp;honor and pay homage to one of their musical icons - Mr. Johnny Cash!</p>

The tribute show will honor and pay homage to one of their musical icons - Mr. Johnny Cash!

(718) 728-7820

info@centralastoria.nyc

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Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park

2015-04-28T00:00:00.000

12:00

13:30

<p>Visit some of the park&#39;s most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and the Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.</p><p>The tour route involves a few stairs.&nbsp;Tour starts in front of the Samuel F. B. Morse statue (inside the Park at 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue), and ends at 72nd Street and Central Park West</p><p>Tours take place rain or shine, except in extreme weather conditions (heavy rain, sustained winds of 30 m.p.h. or more, snowstorms, and a wind chill below 25 degrees Fahrenheit or heat index above 95 degrees Fahrenheit).</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/tours/custom-tours/">custom tour</a>&nbsp;three weeks in advance at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p><p>For the latest information or to see more dates for this tour, check the Central Park Conservancy&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/">calendar</a>. Tour dates and times are subject to change without notice.</p>

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.

(212) 794-6564

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Mad. Sq. Kids: Dog On Fleas

2014-07-08T00:00:00.000

10:30

11:30

<p> Dog On Fleas is a whirlwind of fun, wowing audiences with their energetic, unpredictable stage show.</p><p> Lead by Grammy Award winning producer Dean Jones, the Fleas have just released the 8th album of their 14-year career, Buy One Get One Flea. They write smart, infectious songs, which they play with wild abandon. Watch for the roving trombone as the band snakes its way through the audience.&nbsp;</p>

Dog On Fleas is a whirlwind of fun, wowing audiences with their energetic, unpredictable stage show.

(212) 538-1884

info@madisonsquarepark.org

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HSBC Children's Garden Summer Session at QBG

2014-07-15T00:00:00.000

09:00

16:00

<p>The HSBC Children&rsquo;s Garden at Queens Botanical Garden offers hands-on discovery for ages 5 &ndash; 12 (children must be 5 years old by June 30, 2014). Children&rsquo;s imaginations and knowledge blossom as they plant and harvest vegetables and flowers, visit QBG&rsquo;s engaging 39 acres, and cook with the food they&rsquo;ve grown.</p><p>Summer I &mdash; Mondays &amp; Wednesdays, July 7&ndash;August 20, 9am to 4pm</p><ul> <li>7 weeks: July 7&ndash;August 20: $810 QBG members / $900 non-members</li> <li>July only: July 7&ndash;July 30: $477 QBG members / $530 non-members</li> <li>August only: August 4&ndash;20: $360 QBG members / $400 non-members</li></ul><p>Summer II &mdash; Tuesdays &amp; Thursdays, July 8&ndash;August 21, 9am to 4pm</p><ul> <li>7 weeks: July 8&ndash;August 21: $810 QBG members / $900 non-members</li> <li>July only: July 8&ndash;July 31: $477 QBG members / $530 non-members</li> <li>August only: August 5&ndash;21: $360 QBG members / $400 non-members</li></ul><p>Discounts apply to Family level memberships and above. Visit the <a href="http://www.queensbotanical.org/programs/childrensgarden/sessions">Queens Botanical Garden</a> to&nbsp;learn more and register.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The HSBC Children’s Garden at Queens Botanical Garden offers hands-on discovery for ages 5 – 12.

(718) 886-3800

education@queensbotanical.org

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Birding: Jamaica Bay

2015-12-26T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:30

<p>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. We offer birding programs throughout the year. &nbsp;</p><p>Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Bring your own bincoluars or ask a Ranger to borrow a pair.</p>

Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. We offer birding programs throughout the year.

(718) 352-1769

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Resiliency and Elements Art Exhibit

2015-04-21T00:00:00.000

10:00

16:00

<p>The Lenape Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition featuring an amalgam of works by Staten Island artists and natural infrastructure projects implemented to make New York City more storm resilient and sustainable.</p><p>The opening reception will be held&nbsp;Thursday, April 16 from&nbsp;7:00 p.m. &ndash; 9:00 p.m.</p>

The Lenape Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition featuring an amalgam of works by Staten Island artists and the City’s response to climatic changes through ongoing storm…

(718) 227-1463

francis.gessner@parks.nyc.gov

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Union Square Park: Crossroads of New York Walking Tour

2017-04-29T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>The Union Square Partnership hosts a free walking tour entitled &ldquo;Union Square: Crossroads of New York,&rdquo; led by the historians at Big Onion Walking Tours. Join us on Saturdays to explore the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood and learn about the people and events that shaped this vibrant historical community.</p><p>The tour begins at the Abraham Lincoln statue in Union Square Park near 16th Street. Look for the guide holding a &quot;Union Square: Crossroads of New York&quot; sign at the statue.</p><p>Reservations are not required for individuals, but are required for groups of 10 or more.&nbsp;To RSVP for a group, please call (212) 517-1826.</p><p>Tours are held every Saturday (except major holidays).</p>

Join us on Saturdays to explore the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood and learn about the people and events that shaped this vibrant historical community.

(212) 460-1200

info@unionsquarenyc.org

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Central Park: Conservatory Garden Tour

2018-08-11T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:30

Vanderbilt Gate at Conservatory Garden

<p>Staff Pick!&nbsp;Celebrate summer with a staff-led tour of Central Park&rsquo;s only formal garden. Admire colorful hydrangeas, geraniums, lilacs, and other flowers, and discover a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894. Conservatory Garden looks unlike anything else in Central Park &mdash; learn about its history, design, and blooms from the people who know it best.</p><p><strong>Details</strong></p><p><strong>Meet: </strong><a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/things-to-see-and-do/attractions/vanderbilt-gate.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Vanderbilt Gate</a> at Conservatory Garden (Fifth Avenue between 104th and 105th Streets).&nbsp;<a href="http://assets.centralparknyc.org/images/tours/maps/ConservatoryGarden_Start_Map.jpg?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks">Map of start location</a><br /><strong>Terrain:</strong> Some stairs, for wheelchair access, enter the Park at 106th Street and Fifth Ave, and enter the Garden at the north gate.<br /><strong>Length of Tour: </strong>Approximately 90 minutes<br /><strong>Cost:</strong>&nbsp;$15 (Members $10) Last Saturday of every month is free with registration.</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review our&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/tour-faq.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Tours Frequently Asked Questions</a>&nbsp;(FAQ).</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a group tour three weeks in advance at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p>

Join us for a staff-led tour through three gardens in one, from a magnificent wrought-iron gate made in 1894 to a sculptural tribute to The Secret Garden.

(212) 310-6600

tours@centralparknyc.org

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$15 (Members $10) Last Saturday of every month is free with registration.

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Kids Week Staten Island: All about Owls

2016-02-17T00:00:00.000

13:00

14:30

<p>The kids are out of school, now get them out of the house. Head to the park and join the Urban Park Rangers free&nbsp;&ldquo;Kids Week&rdquo; programs. Immerse your kids, and yourself, in the natural world. All are welcome, but programs are geared for ages 12 and under.</p><p>Winters in New York City&nbsp;are a great time of year to observe owls. Get ready to discover what&nbsp;owls eat, while dissecting owl pellets, and learn about the amazing adaptations and habits of these nocturnal birds.</p>

Get ready to discover what owls eat, while dissecting owl pellets, and learn about the amazing adaptations and habits of these nocturnal birds.

(718) 967-3542

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Wheelchair Basketball Open Gym Hosted by the Axis Project Wheelchair Basketball

2016-08-30T00:00:00.000

18:30

19:30

<p>Have you ever wanted to learn how to play wheelchair basketball and know the rules inside and out? &nbsp;Well, here&#39;s your chance to learn from the best!&nbsp;</p><p>Come out and scrimmage against other wheelchair basketball players from the NYC area. With the help of the wheelchair basketball team, it&#39;s guaranteed to be&nbsp;tons of fun and you&#39;ll come back every week for more action!</p>

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play wheelchair basketball and know the rules inside and out? Well, here's your chance to learn from the best!

(212) 360-3341

rodolfo.guevara@parks.nyc.gov

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A valid <a href="/programs/recreation-centers/membership">NYC Parks recreation center membership</a> is required.

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Nature Writing Workshop Series

2018-11-02T00:00:00.000

14:00

16:00

<p>Enjoy a creative writing workshop designed for adults and seniors to express thoughts and feelings about nature through language. This program is for adults 18+ years.</p><p>Funded in part by Poets &amp; Writers with public funds from New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the NYS Lesgislature.</p>

Enjoy a creative writing workshop designed for adults and seniors to express thoughts and feelings about nature through language.

(718) 351-3450

naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org

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Family Bird Watching Tour

2014-06-14T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p> The Prospect Park Alliance will help young naturalists learn how to observe and identify some of the 200 species of birds that pass through Prospect Park, or make it their home.&nbsp;Bring is your curiosity and love of the outdoors.</p><p> Binoculars and bird guides will be provided.&nbsp;Suitable for families with children ages 8 and older,</p>

Learn how to observe and identify some of the 200 species of birds that pass through Prospect Park.

(718) 287-3400

info@prospectpark.org

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Central Park Tour: Mid-Park Welcome Tour

2017-11-07T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>Explore some of the park&#39;s best-known features, and then marvel at the view from Belvedere Castle, on this introductory tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides. Highlights of this tour include: Balcony Bridge, Oak Bridge, the Lake, the Ramble, and Belvedere Castle.</p><p>The tour route involves many hills, stairs, and uneven terrain. The tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Mid-Park-Welcome-Tour-Start-Location-Map.jpg">starts</a> in front of the Alexander von Humboldt statue (77th Street and Central Park West), and ends at Belvedere Castle (mid-Park at 79th Street).&nbsp;</p><p>For weather cancellation, ticket and other policies, please review the Central Park Conservancy&#39;s&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-policies.html">policies </a>carefully.&nbsp;Groups of seven or more must schedule a <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/custom-tours.html">custom tour</a> three weeks in advance at <a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>For more information, please review the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-faq-test.html">Frequently Asked Questions</a> (FAQ).</p>

Explore some of the park's best-known features, including the Lake and the Ramble, and then marvel at the view from Belvedere Castle, on this tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.

(212) 772-0288

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Summer Sports Experience

2015-04-25T00:00:00.000

11:00

15:00

<p><strong>This program is now full.</strong>&nbsp; Check out our other <a href="http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/summer-sports-experience">Summer Sports Experience</a> sessions.&nbsp; We&#39;d love to have you!</p><p>Pitch, shoot and score with NYC Parks! Summer Sports Experience welcomes kids to join this free program focused on developing sports skills. Kids will play a variety of sports each day, and can come every session, or just once. Take your pick! The program is available in all five boroughs, so find the one nearest you.</p>

This program is now full. Please check out our other Summer Sports Experience sessions!

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Movies Under the Stars: Ferris Bueller's Day Off

2016-08-18T00:00:00.000

20:30

22:30

Softball Field #2

<p>Join NYC Parks and the New York City Mayor&#39;s Office of Media and Entertainment for a free film.</p><p>Teenaged Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) is a legend in his own time thanks to his uncanny skill at cutting classes and getting away with it. Intending to make one last grand duck-out before graduation, Ferris calls in sick, &quot;borrows&quot; a Ferrari, and embarks on a one-day bacchanal through the streets of Chicago. Dogging Ferris&#39; trail at every turn is high-school principal Rooney (Jeffrey Jones), determined to catch Bueller in the act of class-cutting. Writer/director John Hughes once again tries to wed satire, slapstick, and social commentary, as Ferris Bueller&#39;s Day Off starts like a house afire and goes on to make &quot;serious&quot; points about status-seeking and casual parental cruelties. It brightens up considerably in the last few moments, when Ferris&#39; tattletale sister (Jennifer Grey) decides to align herself with her merry prankster sibling.</p><p><strong>Know Before You Go</strong><br />You should arrive before 8:30 p.m. to get your spot. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on; there will be a limited supply of chairs available. Bottled water is OK, but no glass. Reservations are not taken; space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All are welcome!</p>

Teenaged Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) is a legend in his own time thanks to his uncanny skill at cutting classes and getting away with it.

(917) 363-0215

e.rodriguez@parks.nyc.gov

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Nature Exploration

2015-07-10T00:00:00.000

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><ul> <li><strong>Discovery Pack, 12&ndash;4 pm</strong><br /> 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. In May, monitor the development of plants that supply food and shelter for birds in Prospect Park.</li> <li><strong>Bird Nerds Game Hour, 2&nbsp;pm</strong><br /> Test your knowledge of birds in this fun, mildly competitive hour of puzzles, Bingo, card games, and more!</li> <li><strong>Nature on the Go!, 3 pm</strong><br /> 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 and participate in a Citizen Science project.</li> <li><strong>Animal Encounter, 4 pm</strong><br /> Curious as to how &ldquo;Snappy&rdquo; the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble up a mouse? Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center&rsquo;s collection and even assist in an actual feeding.</li></ul>

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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