NYC Parks Events Listing – Event Listing

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Adults Le Petit Zen Art

2017-07-12T00:00:00.000

11:30

13:00

<p>Adults will create miniature works of art (4&quot;x6&quot; to 2.5&quot;x3.5&quot;) to display at home or give as a gift for a loved one; from delicate&nbsp;miniature paper cuttings to vintage art and painted rocks. The work requires intense concentration, following precise directions and use of fine tools for cutting and shaping.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Schedule</strong></p><ul> <li>July: Delicate Paper Cutting lace-like art through precise, delicate paper cutting. &nbsp;</li> <li>August: Painted Animal /Character Rocks - Please bring your own clean stones and mini rocks for this project. We do not supply the stones of rocks.</li> <li>September: ACEO - Create a miniature work of art to exchange with another participant, keep for yourself or to give as a gift.</li></ul>

Adults will create miniature works of art to display at home or give as a gift for a loved on

(718) 365-5516

Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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Tour of Gracie Mansion

2017-06-20T00:00:00.000

11:00

11:50

<p>In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York&nbsp;City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home&nbsp;would be serving&nbsp;as the official residence of the First Family of New York City&mdash;a place where history is made, not merely recorded.</p><p>As a historic house museum run by NYC Parks, sitting on&nbsp;11 acres of grounds now known as&nbsp;Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 10 mayors, beginning first with Mayor&nbsp;Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942.&nbsp;Today, Gracie Mansion is occupied by the de Blasio family, which has opened its&nbsp;doors in the spirit of the administration&#39;s motto: one city, rising together.</p><p>In celebration of our&nbsp;75th Anniversary of Gracie being a mayoral residence, Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray have introduced a new art&nbsp;installation, titled&nbsp;New York 1942. This is the second in a series of installations envisioning New York through the framework of Gracie Mansion as it has been inhabited over time. It includes artwork, documents and objects from the period that the La Guardias lived in Gracie, shown together to tell a more complete story of the overall historic context as perceived from diverse perspectives.</p><p><strong>Tour Reservations</strong></p><p>To RSVP for a tour, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://on.nyc.gov/gracietour">on.nyc.gov/gracietour</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Currently, Gracie Mansion is not offering group tours.&nbsp;If you are part of a private organization that would like to tour the house, please email your request, including the size of group, your name and the purpose of a tour, to&nbsp;gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov&nbsp;and we will work to add you to one of the currently scheduled tours.</p><p>Photo ID required for entrance. No photography permitted in the interior. At the present time, tours are available in English only. Please plan to arrive at least five minutes in advance.</p>

Gracie Mansion Conservancy presents New York 1942. Our newest installation marking the 75th Anniversary of Gracie Mansion as the official mayoral residence.

(212) 676-3060

gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov

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Free Yoga at Fannie's Garden at Paradise on Earth

2018-09-01T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p>Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!</p><p>Mats will be provided for temporary use.</p><p>Stay tuned to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nyrpgreen/">NYRP&#39;s Facebook page</a>, Twitter feed (<a href="https://twitter.com/NYRP">@nyrp</a>), or check the <a href="https://www.nyrp.org/support/events">NYRP Events page</a>&nbsp;for up-to-date information about weather or other schedule changes.</p>

Free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way for the entire family to stay fit!

(212) 333-2552

info@nyrp.org

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People Power Within NYC Local Government

2018-01-18T00:00:00.000

18:00

20:00

<p>Learn about the roles and responsibilities of key city government departments and officials &ndash; in particular those who have funding and oversight on issues that impact the work of gardeners. Attendees will explore together how to influence key city government stakeholders from the ground up.</p><p>Facilitated by Just Food</p><p>Este taller se ofrecer&aacute; con traducci&oacute;n al Espa&ntilde;ol.</p>

Learn about the roles and responsibilities of key city government departments and officials – in particular those who have funding and oversight on issues that impact the work of gardeners.

(212) 602-5300

greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov

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Fleet Week Watch Party

2016-05-25T00:00:00.000

08:00

11:00

<p>Watch the ships sail in, like Alice Austen did. The parade of ships will be narrated by Maritime Historian Fred Rodriguez. Ship arrival time&nbsp;is approximate.</p><p>Free coffee and&nbsp;donuts!</p>

Watch the ships sail in, like Alice Austen did.

(718) 816-4506

info@aliceausten.org

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Nature Exploration

2016-06-17T00:00:00.000

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>Thursdays and&nbsp;Fridays, 12&ndash;4, beginning Friday, April 7</strong></p><ul> <li><strong>Discovery Pack, 12&ndash;3 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.</li> <li><strong>Bird Nerds Game Hour, 1&ndash;2 pm:</strong> 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!, 2&ndash;3 pm: </strong>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, 3&ndash;4 pm:</strong> Curious as to how Snappy the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble 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><p>&nbsp;</p>

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

info@prospectpark.org

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Bryant Park Le Carrousel

2013-10-15T00:00:00.000

11:00

20:00

<p> Specially created to complement the park&rsquo;s French classical style, featuring brightly colored animals and French cabaret music.</p><div> Also available for parties.</div><div></div><div> April &ndash; May, 11am &ndash; 7pm</div><div> June &ndash; October, 11am &ndash; 8pm</div><div> (weather permitting)</div><div></div>

Le Carrousel was specially created to complement the park's French classical style, featuring brightly colored animals and French cabaret music.

(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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Bryant Park Reading Room: Charles Kaiser & "The Cost of Courage"

2015-07-29T00:00:00.000

19:00

20:30

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>Charles Kaiser discusses his nonfiction book&nbsp;<em>The Cost of Courage.</em></p><p>Produced in partnership with the<a href="http://www.nyhistory.org/"> New-York Historical Society</a></p><p><strong>Rain information:&nbsp;</strong>In case of rain, events are held under a tent at the Reading Room. In case of severe weather, please check <a href="http://www.bryantpark.org/">bryantpark.org </a>for the indoor location.</p>

Charles Kaiser discusses his nonfiction book The Cost of Courage.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Free Winter Break STEAM Workshops! NYC SPARX Technology Program for Girls

2017-02-21T00:00:00.000

12:00

17:00

Located in the St. Mary's Rec. SPARX Room.

<p>SPARX is a technology education and mentoring program for teenage girls. Girls ages 12&ndash;17 can register for SPARX and participate in a fun six-part science, technology, engineering, arts, and math series. Participate in all six sessions during the winter break and receive a tote bag! Snacks provided!</p><ul> <li>Tuesday, Feb. 21:&nbsp;Session 1: Science,&nbsp;12:00 p.m.&ndash;2:00 p.m.&nbsp;Session 2: Technology,&nbsp;3:00 p.m.&ndash;5:00 p.m.</li> <li>Wednesday, Feb. 22:&nbsp;Session 3: Engineering, 12:00 p.m.&ndash;2:00 p.m.&nbsp;Session 4: Arts.&nbsp;3:00 p.m.&ndash;5:00 p.m.</li> <li>Thursday, Feb. 23;&nbsp;Session 5: Math,&nbsp;12:00 p.m.&ndash;2:00 p.m. Session 6: Open Project Day!&nbsp;3:00 p.m.&ndash;5:00 p.m.</li></ul><p>Please <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/nycsparx">register</a> in advance.</p><p>For more information or accessibility questions, contact Laira Reid at&nbsp;(347) 394-4251 or <a href="mailto:laira.reid@parks.nyc.gov">laira.reid@parks.nyc.gov</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Can&#39;t make it to this week&#39;s wrokshops? Join us at our next session, starting February 27. Register <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/nycsparx">here</a>!&nbsp;</p>

SPARX is a technology education and mentoring program for teenage girls. Register for SPARX and participate in a fun six-part science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

(347) 394-4251

laira.reid@parks.nyc.gov

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Summer in the Square: CrossFit With Reebok

2014-08-07T00:00:00.000

08:00

10:00

<p> Get familiar with our new neighbors every Thursday morning at 8 a.m. at <a data-mce-="" href="http://www.crossfitunionsquare.com/">Reebok&rsquo;s CrossFit</a> class held on Union Square Park&rsquo;s South Plaza. Reebok&rsquo;s CrossFit Union Square program is designed for universal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience. Begin your mornings with this 50-minute, heart-pumping class, which will guarantee a great start to your day!</p><p> (Free: Please check website to confirm event)</p>

info@unionsquarenyc.org

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Tour of Gracie Mansion

2016-02-23T00:00:00.000

11:00

11:50

<p>In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York&nbsp;City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home&nbsp;would be serving&nbsp;as the official residence of the First Family of New York City -&nbsp;a place where history is made, not merely recorded.</p><p>As a historic house museum run by the Parks Department, sitting on&nbsp;11 acres of grounds now known as&nbsp;Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 10 mayors, beginning first with Mayor&nbsp;Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942.&nbsp;Today, Gracie Mansion is occupied by the de Blasio family, which has opened its&nbsp;doors in the spirit of the administration&#39;s motto: one city, rising together. In keeping with that theme, Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray have introduced a new art&nbsp;installation, titled&nbsp;&ldquo;Windows on the City: Looking&nbsp;Out at&nbsp;Gracie&rsquo;s New York.&rdquo; The installation&nbsp;consists of previously and newly acquired works, all from&nbsp;the original Gracie Mansion period, which have been curated&nbsp;to create a more historically accurate picture of life in New York City during the time of Gracie Mansion&rsquo;s construction.</p><p>To RSVP for tour, please go to&nbsp;<a href="http://on.nyc.gov/gracietour">on.nyc.gov/gracietour</a>.</p><p>Currently, Gracie Mansion is not offering group tours.&nbsp;If you are part of a private organization that would like to tour the house, please email your request, including the size of group, your name and the purpose of a tour, to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov">gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov</a>, and we will work to add you to one of the currently scheduled tours.</p><p>Photo ID required for entrance. No photography permitted in the interior. At the present time, tours are available in English only. Please plan to arrive at least five minutes in advance.</p>

Make your plans to tour the People's House, Gracie Mansion. Register for a visit today: on.nyc.gov/gracietour

(212) 676-3060

gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov

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Bryant Park Reading Room: Poetry

2014-06-17T00:00:00.000

19:00

20:30

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> Enjoy a tribute to Gerald Stern, featuring the Poets of Poetry Society of America:&nbsp;Kimiko Hahn,&nbsp;Rebecca Gayle Howell and&nbsp;Alicia Ostriker.&nbsp;</p><p> Presented in partnership with Poetry Society of America</p><p> Rain information:&nbsp;In case of rain, events are held under a tent at the Reading Room. In case of severe weather, please check <a href="http://www.bryantpark.org/">bryantpark.org</a> for the indoor location.</p><p></p>

Reading, writing, and literary happenings related to the written word-under the London plane trees-in the open-air Reading Room.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Bike New York - Bike Skills 201: Bike Handling Skills

2018-08-19T00:00:00.000

11:00

14:00

Enter on the path where Dyckman Street intersects with La Marina Restaurant.

<p>This is a&nbsp;3-hour, on-bike class for adults and mature teens who have recently learned how to ride a bike or who want to improve their core cycling skills.&nbsp;</p><p>You&rsquo;ll learn how to adjust your helmet for a safe, comfortable fit, choose an appropriately-sized bike, adjust the seat, perform a simple mechanical inspection to ensure the bike is road-ready, start and&nbsp;stop with confidence, shift gears, scan and&nbsp;signal, and navigate around common road hazards.&nbsp;</p><p>For more information about this class, please email <a href="mailto:classes@bike.nyc">classes@bike.nyc</a>.</p><p><strong>Class Details</strong></p><ul> <li>Class Duration: 3 hours</li> <li>Class Size: 20-25 adults and mature teens</li> <li>Equipment: Bicycles and helmets provided to those who register online for the class*.</li></ul><p>Registration Policy: Advance registration is preferred; walk-up students are accepted as space allows.</p><p>*Anyone who chooses to bring their own bicycle must ensure that the bicycle fits and is in good working order (i.e. wheels spin freely, brakes function).</p>

This is a 3-hour, on-bike class for adults and mature teens who have recently learned how to ride a bike or who want to improve their core cycling skills.

(212) 870-2111

classes@bike.nyc

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Dinosaur Safari: Mysteries Revealed

2014-06-23T00:00:00.000

10:00

17:00

<p> See more than 30 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, including a 40-foot long tyrannosaurus rex, on this ride through the two-acre safari at the Bronx Zoo.&nbsp;</p><p> Learn about the different species of dinosaurs and their habitats, discover how fossils provide insight into what life may have looked like in prehistoric times and explore how animatronics work.</p>

See more than 30 animatronic dinosaurs, including a 40-foot long tyrannosaurus rex, on this ride through the two-acre safari.

(718) 367-1010

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$5 with general admission. General admission prices: Adults - $16.95, Children (3-12) $12.95, Seniors (65+) - $14.95, Children under 3 are free.

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CityParks Seniors Fitness: Tennis

2013-10-08T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

Ave. S and E.32nd 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 and yoga instruction in 2 different parks in Brooklyn.</p><p> <strong>This season, <em>CityParks</em></strong><strong><em> Seniors Fitness</em></strong><strong> returns for six weeks to Marine Park in Southeast Brooklyn and South Oxford Park in Fort Greene</strong>. All activities will take place twice a week for one hour at each park through November 1, 2013. Participants are encouraged to maintain regular attendance to maximize health benefits. All equipment and instruction is provided free of charge.</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> <strong>The following is a detailed schedule for <em>CityParks Seniors Fitness</em> in Brooklyn for Fall 2013:</strong></p><p> <em>NOTE: Schedule subject to change. For the most up-to-date schedule visit: </em><a href="http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/sports/seniors-fitness">http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/sports/seniors-fitness</a>.</p><p> <em>For more information about City Parks Foundation&rsquo;s free Seniors Fitness programs, please call the Sports Department at (718) 760&ndash;6999.</em></p><p> <strong><u>BROOKLYN </u></strong><br /> <strong>Marine Park</strong></p><p> Tennis &ndash; Tuesdays/Thursdays at 11 AM <em>&ndash; Tennis Courts</em> at Ave. S and E. 32^nd St.</p><p> Yoga &ndash; Mondays/Wednesdays at 9 AM &ndash; <em>Nature Center</em> at Ave. U and E 32^nd St.</p><p> <strong>South Oxford Park</strong></p><p> Yoga &ndash; Wednesdays/Fridays at 11 AM &ndash; <em>Atlantic Commons</em> between S. Oxford St. and Cumberland St.</p>

City Parks Foundation welcomes all New Yorkers, 60 and over, to participate in CityParks Seniors Fitness. The Fall 2013 season of free fitness programs will begin the week of…

info@cityparksfoundation.org

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

2018-07-31T00:00:00.000

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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City Parks Foundation Presents Yeti, Set, Snow! at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre

2018-11-30T00:00:00.000

11:30

12:30

<p>City Parks Foundation presents&nbsp;an&nbsp;original production and story, <em>Yeti, Set Snow!</em>,&nbsp;at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park,&nbsp;November 13, 2018 - February 24, 2019.&nbsp;<em>Yeti, Set, Snow!</em>&nbsp;tells the story of a young girl named Widget, and her friend, Twig, who encounter a&nbsp;yeti&nbsp;named Pascetti on the first snow day of the winter season. Pascetti, who lives on a mountain top nearby, dislikes the snow. Through songs and snow day activities, Pascetti discovers not only that&nbsp;snow can be fun but also learns the value of friendship.&nbsp;For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://cityparksfoundation.org/swedish-cottage-marionette-theatre">cityparksfoundation.org/swedish-cottage-marionette-theatre</a></p>

City Parks Foundation presents a winter production, Yeti, Set, Snow! - an all-ages story of friendship. Join characters Widget, Twig and Pascetti this winter at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, November 13, 2018 - February 24, 2019.

(212) 988-9093

info@cityparksfoundation.org

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Duel Re-creation

2016-07-09T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:00

<p>Informative and exciting, witness a re-creation of a pistol duel, much like the one between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr!</p><p>For more information about this program,&nbsp;please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:publicprograms@morrisjumel.org">publicprograms@morrisjumel.org</a>.</p>

Witness a re-creation of a pistol duel, much like the one between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr!

(212) 923-8008

publicprograms@morrisjumel.org

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$15 general, $10 members/students

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Bryant Park Reading Room

2013-09-26T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

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.

Reading, writing, and literary happenings related to the written word &ndash; under the London Plane trees &ndash; in the open-air Reading Room.

Reading, writing, and literary happenings related to the written word - under the London Plane trees - in the open-air Reading Room.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Meditation

2016-08-14T00:00:00.000

11:45

12:45

<p>Take a moment to connect with your inner self while practicing peace and mindfulness. Classic sessions include instruction in simple techniques followed by 20 to 30 minutes of guided meditation led in partnership with&nbsp;Yoga for Bliss.</p><p>All levels are welcome.&nbsp;Please arrive on time;&nbsp;late-comers will not be admitted once the class begins. Sessions take place outdoors periodically, weather permitting.</p>

Take a moment to connect with your inner self while practicing peace and mindfulness.

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$20/$10 Wave Hill Member. Advance registration online receives a $2 discount. Program fee includes admission. Online registration closes at 8:00 a.m. on the day of the session. 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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Leading the Way: Six Outstanding Women of Queens

2015-07-12T00:00:00.000

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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Gallery Tour

2015-08-15T00:00:00.000

14:00

14:30

<p>Join the Curatorial Fellow for a tour of current exhibitions. In the main gallery, <em>Seven Deadly Sins: Wrath&ndash;Force of Nature</em>&nbsp;explores contemporary anxieties about the environment through painterly and sculptural depictions of natural disasters and their aftermath. The Sunroom Project Space hosts two site-specific installations:&nbsp;Holly Veselka&nbsp;transforms the Sunroom into interplanetary space, printing antiquated images onto fabrics to create sculptural objects. For the Sun Porch,&nbsp;aricoco&nbsp;makes outfits representing an insect&rsquo;s life cycle in an environment resembling a carnivorous garden.</p><p>Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Free with admission to the grounds.&nbsp;</p>

Join the Curatorial Fellow for a tour of current exhibitions.

(718) 549-3200

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Ground admissions: $8 Adults, $4 Students and Seniors 65+ $2 Children 6+, free to Members and children under 6

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Bryant Park Reading Room: ThrillerFest NYC

2014-07-09T00:00:00.000

12:30

13:45

Between the back of the New York Public Library and Sixth Avenue. Look for the burgundy and white umbrellas.

<p> Join us for ThrillerFest NYC, m<span style="font-size: 12px;">oderated by </span><span style="font-size: 12px;">Steve Berry, author of</span><span style="font-size: 12px;">&nbsp;</span><em style="font-size: 12px;">The Lincoln Myth: A Novel.&nbsp;</em><span style="font-size: 12px;">For the first time ever, the world&#39;s greatest thriller authors come together to discuss their beloved characters and talk about the writing of this one-of-a-kind collection of a bona fide&nbsp;</span><em style="font-size: 12px;">FaceOff</em><span style="font-size: 12px;">.&nbsp;</span></p><p> The writers contributing will be:</p><ul> <li> Lee Child - <em>Never Go Back: A Jack Reacher Novel</em>,</li> <li> Linda Fairstein&nbsp;- <em>Terminal City,</em></li> <li> Lisa Gardner - <em>Fear Nothing: A Detective D.D. Warren Novel,</em></li> <li> John Lescroart - <em>The Keeper: A Novel.</em></li></ul><p> <span style="font-size: 12px;">Rain information:</span><span style="font-size: 12px;"> In case of rain, events are held under a tent at the Reading Room. In case of severe weather, please check </span><a href="http://bryantpark.org/" style="font-size: 12px;">bryantpark.org </a><span style="font-size: 12px;">for the indoor location.</span></p><p></p>

tThe world's greatest thriller authors come together to discuss their beloved characters and talk about the writing of this one-of-a-kind collection of a bona fide FaceOff.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Farmhouse Family Day

2015-11-21T00:00:00.000

11:00

15:00

<p>Visit the Wyckoff Farmhouse this fall for a free family day! Explore NYC&#39;s oldest house, visit the gardens, and try your hand at a seasonal craft.</p><p>Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm for hands-on activities, scavenger hunts, and more for families with children 3 and up. If the weather&rsquo;s nice, bring a picnic and enjoy our grounds before or after your visit to the house.</p><p>Want to learn more? Email&nbsp;programs@wyckoffmuseum.org&nbsp;for additional information.</p>

Visit the Wyckoff Farmhouse this fall for a free family day! Explore NYC's oldest house, visit the gardens, and try your hand at a seasonal craft.

(718) 629-5400

education@wyckoffmuseum.org

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Sunset Family Festival

2014-08-17T00:00:00.000

16:00

23:00

The Sunset Family Festival is a series of&nbsp;beach&nbsp;and&nbsp;boardwalk events including fireworks, family entertainment, snacks, and vendors. For more information, visit the Sunset Family Festival <a href="http://www.backtotheboardwalk.com">website</a>.

The Sunset Family Festival is a series of beach and boardwalk events including fireworks, family entertainment, snacks, and vendors.

(347) 466-1767

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Central Park Tour: Stroll to Strawberry Fields

2018-12-22T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>Explore the southwest of Central Park with Central Park Conservancy tour guides, and see it like never before. From a planned military parade ground to the site commemorating a famous activist for peace, one of the most-visited areas of the Park has some secrets to share with even the most seasoned Park-goer!</p><p>Highlights of this tour include&nbsp;Maine Monument, the Children&rsquo;s District,&nbsp;Sheep Meadow,&nbsp;Tavern on the Green, and&nbsp;Strawberry Fields.</p><p><strong>Details</strong></p><p><strong>Meeting location:&nbsp;</strong>Columbus Circle Information Kiosk&nbsp;at West 59th Street and Central Park West.&nbsp;<a href="http://assets.centralparknyc.org/images/tours/maps/StrollStrawberry_Start_Map.jpg?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">Map of the start location</a>&nbsp;<br /><strong>Terrain:</strong> A few inclines.<br /><strong>Length of Tour:</strong>&nbsp;Approximately 90 minutes<br /><strong>Cost:</strong>&nbsp;Tickets $15 (Members $10);No groups, please. <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/parent-events/stroll-to-strawberry-fields.html">Purchase tickets online</a>!</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?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p>

Join us for a tour of the southwestern corner of Central Park. Tour includes the Maine Monument, Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, and Strawberry Fields.

(212) 310-6600

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Tickets $15 (Members $10);No groups, please

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Prospect Park Alliance Thursday Corps

2016-04-07T00:00:00.000

10:00

14:00

<p>The Prospect Park Alliance&rsquo;s Thursday Corps volunteers perform a multitude of different projects throughout the park.&nbsp;The group meets at a different location every week helping in a variety of landscape and horticultural projects. Regardless of physical ability, there&#39;s something for everyone to do.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.prospectpark.org/get-involved/volunteer/individual-volunteer-opportunities/" target="_blank">Register online</a> or call (718) 287-3400 for more information.</p>

The group meets at a different location every week helping in a variety of landscape and horticultural projects.

info@prospectpark.org

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CANCELLED: Big League Techniques

2018-03-24T00:00:00.000

11:00

15:30

<p class="alert alert-error">Please note: this event has been cancelled.</p><p>Members will be introduced&nbsp;to the basic skills and fundamentals of baseball. Members will be shown how to properly throw a baseball from the different positions on the field. They will also be shown and instructed on the fundamentals of pitching and catching. Participants will get a well-rounded education on fielding, hitting, and base running as well.</p><p>Location: Baseball field at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center</p>

Members will be introduced to the basic skills and be shown the basic fundamentals of baseball. Members will be shown how to properly throw a baseball from the different positions…

(212)285-0203

Alonzo.Paulino@parks.nyc.gov

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Children under 18 are always free. Adult membership rates can be found at nyc.gov/parks.

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Adaptive Wheelchair Softball

2015-06-19T00:00:00.000

17:00

20:00

<p>Wheelchair softball was born over 25 years ago in the Midwest by a few individuals with spinal cord injuries and lower extremity impairments, who still wanted to enjoy America&#39;s greatest pastime. These individuals needed to develop a way of playing that would allow easy maneuverability in a wheelchair and keep the fast pace of softball. Thus, a&nbsp;new game &nbsp;was born and&nbsp;played on hard surfaces, such as a parking lots, with&nbsp;a 16-inch softball, which allows wheelchair players to keep one hand one the wheelchair while catching a softball without a glove.</p>

Play wheelchair softball at Patterson Playground.

Rodolfo.guevara@Parks.nyc.gov

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Bryant Park Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet

2015-08-02T00:00:00.000

14:00

16:00

<p>Bryant Park Shakespeare returns with three productions presented by&nbsp;<a href="http://www.drillingcompany.org/">The Drilling Company</a>.</p><p>May 15&nbsp;-&nbsp;31:&nbsp;<em>The Two Gentlemen of Verona</em><br />July 17&nbsp;-&nbsp;August&nbsp;2:&nbsp;<em>Romeo and Juliet</em><br />September&nbsp;4 - 20:&nbsp;<em>The Taming of the Shrew</em></p><p>All are free and open to the public. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays from&nbsp;6:30 - 8:30p.m. and Sundays from&nbsp;2:00 - 4:00p.m.</p>

Bryant Park Shakespeare returns with three productions presented by The Drilling Company.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Bryant Park Reading Room

2013-06-25T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

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.

Reading, writing, and literary happenings related to the written word &ndash; under the London Plane trees &ndash; in the open-air Reading Room.

Reading, writing, and literary happenings related to the written word - under the London Plane trees - in the open-air Reading Room.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Pop-Up Audubon: Incredible Invertebrates

2015-06-13T00:00:00.000

11:00

16:00

<p>Join the Prospect Park&nbsp;Alliance to explore the freshwater ecosystems of Prospect Park.</p><ul> <li><strong>Adventure Hike, 12-1 pm:</strong> Alliance naturalists will introduce you to the natural history of Prospect Park and the Park&#39;s hidden trails. Recommended for families with children 5 and older.</li> <li><strong>Nature on the Go!, 1-2 pm: </strong>Join Alliance naturalists to discover the diverse array of aquatic life by examining the specimens of Prospect Park Lake.</li> <li><strong>Nature&#39;s Helpers, 2-3 pm: </strong>Did you know that trees help trees? After learning how mulch protects tree roots, spend time spreading wood chips around trees.</li> <li><strong>Family Bird Watching, 3-4 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 the Prospect Park Alliance to explore the freshwater ecosystems of Prospect Park.

info@prospectpark.org

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Ride The Carousel in Prospect Park

2013-08-17T00:00:00.000

12:00

17:00

<p> <span class="AWC-1448" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Located in the Park&rsquo;s &quot;Children&rsquo;s Corner,&quot; the Carousel features 51 magnificently carved horses, a lion, a giraffe, a deer, and two dragon-pulled chariots. Carved in 1912 by Charles Carmel, one of the foremost carousel designers of the time, and restored by the Prospect Park Alliance in 1990, the Carousel promises that classic summertime amusement will be available for generations of fun. In addition, the Prospect Park Carousel is one of the few in the world that is wheelchair accessible.</span></p>

Take a ride on the Park's beautiful 101 year-old carousel.

(718) 230-7637

info@prospectpark.org

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$2.00 per ride, $9 for a book of 5 ticket. Join the Prospect Park Alliance at the $125 level and your family (up to 4 people) will receive unlimited rides on the Carousel for a full year.

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Introduction to Bird Watching

2014-08-02T00:00:00.000

12:00

13:00

<p> Look, up in the sky, it&#39;s a bird! But what kind? Join the Alliance to learn about the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home.&nbsp;</p><p> Led by the Brooklyn Brid Club.</p>

Join the Alliance to learn about the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home.

(718) 287-3400

info@prospectpark.org

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Exhibition - George Boorujy: Taxonomy

2014-11-13T00:00:00.000

09:00

17:00

Third floor gallery

<p>Taxonomy is a collection of George Boorujy&rsquo;s dynamic large-scale paintings of North American animals with disarmingly human characteristics, as well as a series of his preliminary clay models and drawings.&nbsp; Inhabitants of New York City and other urban centers often think of themselves as removed from nature, but Boorujy&rsquo;s hyperrealistic ink-on-paper portraits force us to rethink our relationship with animals and our own place within the environment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Taxonomy is a collection of George Boorujy’s dynamic large-scale paintings of North American animals with disarmingly human characteristics, as well as a series of his…

(212) 360-8163

artandantiquities@parks.nyc.gov

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Tai Chi Chuan

2014-11-08T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p>Quiet like a mountain, moving like a river, Tai Chi is a sequence of gentle movements based on images found in nature. In this beginner-level class, Irving Yee, a member of the William CC Chen Tai Chi School, introduces students to the internal martial arts and promotes an awareness of its benefits. Sessions are held indoors.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Quiet like a mountain, moving like a river, Tai Chi is a sequence of gentle movements based on images found in nature. In this beginner-level class, Irving Yee, a member of the William…

(718) 549-3200

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Session fee: $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 Member’s ID card or a printed program registration form at the front gate.

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Hawk Watch at Moses Mountain

2017-10-07T00:00:00.000

12:00

14:30

Meet at the corner of Meisner Ave and Rockland Ave for a walk up to the top of Moses Mountain.

<p>Moses Mountain, in the heart of the Greenbelt, is a prime location to watch as many as ten species of raptors flying overhead on their southbound migration to wintering grounds. It&#39;s possible to see red-tailed hawks, falcons, osprey, red-shouldered hawks, and more on this trip!</p><p>Join Seth Wollney, ecologist, and learn about why hawk migrate and how to identify different species as they flyby.</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hawk-watch-at-moses-mountain-tickets-37284031542">Register via Eventbrite</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island,&nbsp;as part of the Greener NYC Initiative.</p>

It's possible to see red-tailed hawks, falcons, osprey, red-shouldered hawks, and more on this trip!

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Bryant Park Games

2014-07-06T00:00:00.000

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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City Parks Foundation Presents Yeti, Set, Snow! at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre

2018-11-29T00:00:00.000

11:30

12:30

<p>City Parks Foundation presents&nbsp;an&nbsp;original production and story, <em>Yeti, Set Snow!</em>,&nbsp;at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park,&nbsp;November 13, 2018 - February 24, 2019.&nbsp;<em>Yeti, Set, Snow!</em>&nbsp;tells the story of a young girl named Widget, and her friend, Twig, who encounter a&nbsp;yeti&nbsp;named Pascetti on the first snow day of the winter season. Pascetti, who lives on a mountain top nearby, dislikes the snow. Through songs and snow day activities, Pascetti discovers not only that&nbsp;snow can be fun but also learns the value of friendship.&nbsp;For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://cityparksfoundation.org/swedish-cottage-marionette-theatre">cityparksfoundation.org/swedish-cottage-marionette-theatre</a></p>

City Parks Foundation presents a winter production, Yeti, Set, Snow! - an all-ages story of friendship. Join characters Widget, Twig and Pascetti this winter at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, November 13, 2018 - February 24, 2019.

(212) 988-9093

info@cityparksfoundation.org

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Light Hike: Winter Tree ID

2015-01-10T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City.&nbsp; On our hikes, you may explore nature, discover our city&rsquo;s urban forests, or just unplug form the world to clear your head.&nbsp;Enjoy exploring the trees of Kissena Park.&nbsp; Before it was a park, this area was a major tree nursery owned by Samuel Parsons, growing exotics and natives to be planted throughout the city.</p>

Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. On our hikes, you may explore nature, discover our city’s urban forests, or just…

(718) 352-1769

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170800

Snug Harbor Art & Architecture Tour

2018-07-07T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:30

<p>Rediscover Snug Harbor on the Art and Architecture Tour!&nbsp;Hear the fascinating stories behind the architecture that put the former Sailors&rsquo; Snug Harbor on the map.&nbsp; Learn about the people responsible for 28 historic buildings dating from 1833, including six of the first New York City Landmarks and one of the finest collections of Greek Revival architecture. Visit Snug Harbor&rsquo;s Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art and learn how Snug Harbor continues its role as a major art destination on Staten Island.&nbsp;</p><p>All tours begin at the Visitor Information Booth on Chapel Road&nbsp;near the Carl Grillo Glass House with $10 admission ($8 for Snug Harbor Members and seniors). Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://snug-harbor.org/tour">snug-harbor.org/tour</a>&nbsp;for details and ticketing. Enjoy a 10% discount at Harbor Eats when you present&nbsp;your tour ticket through September 30, 2018 (subject to Harbor Eats operating hours).</p>

Rediscover Snug Harbor on the Art and Architecture Tour! Hear the fascinating stories behind the architecture that put the former Sailors’ Snug Harbor on the map.

(718) 425-3504

info@snug-harbor.org

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$10

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Trees of Inwood Hill Park

2015-09-26T00:00:00.000

09:30

11:00

<p>Meet at the Payson Center and then walk into Inwood Hill Park with&nbsp;Leslie Day, author of&nbsp;<em>Field Guide to the Natural World&nbsp;of New York City</em>.</p><p>Explore how trees and animals benefit from each other! Take a deep&nbsp;look at&nbsp;the deciduous trees and the ecological relationship between plants and animals as they go through the change of season from summer to autumn.&nbsp;</p><p>In the event of rain, there will be a slideshow presentation held at the Payson Center.</p><p><strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>RSVP is required. Please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@FortTryonParkTrust.org">info@FortTryonParkTrust.org</a>&nbsp;to register.</p><p>This program is generously supported by the Greenacre Foundation and the&nbsp;Fort Tryon&nbsp;Park Trust.</p>

Take a deep look at the deciduous trees and the ecological relationship between plants and animals as they go through the change of season from summer to autumn.

(212) 795-1388

info@FortTryonParkTrust.org

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Animal Encounter at Prospect Park

2014-10-10T00:00:00.000

15:00

16:00

<p>Curious as to how &quot;Snappy&quot; the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble up a mouse? Join the Alliance at the Audubon Center to learn more about the animals in our collection. Discover what it takes to care for these amazing creatures and assist in an actual feeding. There will also be opportunities to get up close and personal!</p>

The Park is a nature wonderland. Come discover all its joys.

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Tour of Gracie Mansion

2017-07-25T00:00:00.000

15:00

15:50

<p>In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York&nbsp;City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home&nbsp;would be serving&nbsp;as the official residence of the First Family of New York City&mdash;a place where history is made, not merely recorded.</p><p>As a historic house museum run by NYC Parks, sitting on&nbsp;11 acres of grounds now known as&nbsp;Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 10 mayors, beginning first with Mayor&nbsp;Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942.&nbsp;Today, Gracie Mansion is occupied by the de Blasio family, which has opened its&nbsp;doors in the spirit of the administration&#39;s motto: one city, rising together.</p><p>In celebration of our&nbsp;75th Anniversary of Gracie being a mayoral residence, Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray have introduced a new art&nbsp;installation, titled&nbsp;New York 1942. This is the second in a series of installations envisioning New York through the framework of Gracie Mansion as it has been inhabited over time. It includes artwork, documents and objects from the period that the La Guardias lived in Gracie, shown together to tell a more complete story of the overall historic context as perceived from diverse perspectives.</p><p>To RSVP for a tour, please visit&nbsp;on.nyc.gov/gracietour.&nbsp;</p><p>Currently, Gracie Mansion is not offering group tours.&nbsp;If you are part of a private organization that would like to tour the house, please email your request, including the size of group, your name and the purpose of a tour, to&nbsp;gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov&nbsp;and we will work to add you to one of the currently scheduled tours.</p><p>Photo ID required for entrance. No photography permitted in the interior. At the present time, tours are available in English only. Please plan to arrive at least five minutes in advance.</p>

Gracie Mansion Conservancy presents New York 1942. Our newest installation marking the 75th Anniversary of Gracie Mansion as the official mayoral residence.

(212) 676-3060

gracieinfo@cityhall.nyc.gov

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CANCELLED: Forest Crew

2013-11-23T00:00:00.000

12:30

15:00

Meet at Staircase off of Laurel Hill Terrace.

<p class="alert alert-error">Please note: this event has been cancelled.</p><p> From Porcelainberry to Multiflora Rose and Oriental Bittersweet, the Highbridge Forest Crew works to remove these invasive plants and others from the park and to care for recently planted native trees. The Forest Crew will learn basic invasive and native plant identification, proper removal techniques and an overview of NYRP&rsquo;s approach to urban reforestation. Anyone interested in forest ecology, invasive plant removal, and urban forests should attend and join the Forest Crew in their work every Saturday afternoon.</p><p> RSVP by emailing <a href="mailto:volunteer@nyrp.org">volunteer@nyrp.org</a>.</p>

This training session will include basic invasive and native plant identification, proper removal techniques and an overview of NYRP’s approach to urban reforestation.

(917) 291-6436

volunteer@nyrp.org

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Inwood Lecture Series: Lost Inwood on the Back Porch

2015-08-12T00:00:00.000

19:00

21:00

<p>Lost Inwood on the Back Porch is taking it to the streets. The history of Inwood&#39;s streets, that is. We&#39;ll learn about how Inwood&#39;s streets got their names and when they were built. Who exactly were&nbsp;this pair of Seaman and Cumming, anyway?&nbsp;&nbsp;We&#39;ll view magnificent,&nbsp;exquisitely detailed photos of street-building in Inwood at the turn of the last century and get ourselves ready for next month&#39;s eagerly anticipated visit by Manhattan Borough Historian Michael Miscione.</p>

Learn about how Inwood's streets got their names and when they were built.

(212) 304-9422

director@dyckmanfarmhouse.org

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Thursday Evening Hours at the Merchant’s House Museum

2017-03-23T00:00:00.000

12:00

20:00

<p>Beginning May 7, 2015, the Merchant&rsquo;s House Museum and Garden will be open to the public for tours on Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. A guided tour, included with Museum admission, will be offered at 6:30 p.m.&nbsp;</p>

Beginning May 7, 2015, the Merchant’s House Museum and Garden will be open to the public for tours on Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. A guided tour, included with Museum…

(212) 777-1089

emily@merchantshouse.org

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Admission is $10, $5 seniors & students, Free for MHM Members and children under 12.

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Central Park Tour: Northern Forts

2015-07-16T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:30

<p>History buffs will love this exploration of the fort landscape in the northern part of Central Park. Visit a string of military fortifications built atop the steep bluffs of the Harlem Meer.</p><p>Join Central Park Conservancy guides to see sites that played important strategic roles in the American Revolution and the War of 1812, and enjoy the stunning overlook to the Harlem Meer. Highlights of this tour include: McGowan&#39;s Pass, Fort Clinton, Nutter&#39;s Battery, and the Harlem Meer.</p><p>The tour route involves many hills and stairs, and some uneven terrain.&nbsp;Tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Dana-Center-Map.jpg">starts</a> at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues), and ends near the Park perimeter at 106th Street and Fifth Avenue</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review Central Park Conservancy&#39;s <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>.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>

Join Central Park Conservancy guides to visit sites that played important strategic roles in the American Revolution and the War of 1812.

(212) 860-1370

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Tickets: $15 per person. Central Park Conservancy members: $10 per person.

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CityParks Seniors Fitness: Walking

2013-10-29T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

Jerome Ave. and E.233rd 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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Arsenal Gallery Exhibition: The Rhythmic Art of Thread

2017-02-03T00:00:00.000

09:00

17:00

The gallery is located on the third floor.

<p>The Rhythmic Art of Thread showcases works in fiber that explore diverse themes of culture, spirituality, historical events, and icons. Contemporary artists merge techniques of quilting, applique, mixed media, screening, fabric collage, and fiber fusion to tell stories and present abstract imagery in textile art. The exhibition features the works of Michael A. Cummings, Shimoda Emanuel, Ife Felix, Laura R. Gadson, Jacqueline Johnson, Jackquelynn Jones, Dindga McCannon, Lisa Shepard Stewart, and 2016 Teen Curators of The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.</p><p>Curated by Harlem Needle Arts with support from NYC Parks&rsquo; Ebony Society.&nbsp;</p><p>Closed on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 16; and Presidents Day on Monday, February 20.&nbsp;</p>

The Rhythmic Art of Thread showcases artists who work in fiber and explore diverse themes of indigenous culture, spirituality, historical events, and icons.

(212) 360-8163

artandantiquities@parks.nyc.gov

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