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Dangerous and Toxic Outdoor and Indoor Plants
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThis tour will examine some of the dangerous/toxic plants that are found in your backyard and surrounding area. Parts of these plants including leaves seeds and berries if ingested can cause individuals to become violently ill. Besides these outdoor plants, several common house plants sold at garden centers and nurseries have leaves and berries that […]
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Native Tree and Shrub Give Away
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesSupport wildlife with native plants. Lasdon will be giving away a variety of native bareroot trees and shrubs for you to plant at home. Sign-up to guarantee yours. Plants can be picked up at the Welcome Center. register now
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Tea with the Animals
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us for a mid-morning cuppa while you meet and learn about the animals on the farm! Participants will harvest and make some scrumptious treats for both us humans and the animals to enjoy together for a tea party! Adults and children 6+ welcome! Pre-registration is required with a $15 program fee. register and pay
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WILDLIFE of LENOIR!
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesWildlife camera findings, seasonal siting's, fur and bones with Lenoir Naturalist
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Goats in the Meadow!
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesThe goats are back for their final visit! Come watch them doing what goats do best. . . EAT! Find out why they are in our meadow. Goats sponsored by Friends of Marshlands.
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Old Time Music Jam
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryThe Old Time Music Jam is a monthly gathering of local, acoustic musicians who play traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Come to play or just to listen and enjoy the community music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome.
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All About Owls
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesCome and learn all about owls with hands on activities as well as dissecting owl pellets.
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Rockin’ Reptiles! Live Animal Program
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesMeet snakes, turtles, lizards, and more up close! See first-hand what makes reptiles unique. Watch them move. Feel their texture. Learn all about scales. Presented by Anthony Cogswell and Sponsored by the Friends of Marshlands.
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Garden Care Day
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesSpend some time in the garden to keep it healthy and beautiful. Volunteers will work together to clear debris and unwanted growth, freshen up plant beds, prepare the space for plantings, and improve pathways. Volunteers will learn how the farm grows and cares for the vegetables, herbs, and flowers that fill the beds each season. […]
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Mother’s Day Cooking Class with Fiddleheads Cooking Studio
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryFiddleheads Cooking Studio offers kids cooking classes within a fun and educational environment that promotes food exploration, expands the taste buds, and teaches kids where food comes from while leveraging seasonal ingredients. Register Now
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Garden Highlight Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThe sights and scents of the season flourish across the garden collections of Lasdon Public Gardens. Spend some time with Lasdon's head gardener on a walking tour featuring highlights of the gardens and plant collections. The one hour tour is free and meets at the Memorial Garden Entrance.
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Vernal Pool Exploration
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us on a guided hike to our vernal pools! Vernal pools are spring ponds that are crucial habitats for plenty of different frog, salamander, and plant species. Learn all about these fascinating creatures and short-lived vernal pool ecosystems! Meet at reception center upon arrival. register now
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First Monday Bird Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome to the farm for an early morning bird walk with Anne Swaim of Saw Mill River Audubon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. The walk leaves from the parking lot. While this guided walk is free, registration is required. register now
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Spring Dance for People with Developmental Disabilities
Westchester County Center 198 Central Avenue, White Plains, United StatesThis event is for Westchester County residents only. We suggest that your consumers carry some form of identification.| The Westchester County Center is accessible for people with disabilities. For more information, contact North East Westchester Special Recreation at (914) 347-4409.
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Westchester County’s 58th Annual Salute to Seniors
Westchester County Center 198 Central Avenue, White Plains, United StatesMark your calendars for the return of Salute to Seniors! Join Westchester County at its 58th Annual Salute to Seniors event on Thursday, May 7th, from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. Enjoy a day of entertainment, educational screenings, health screenings, and a showcase of senior services. For […]
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Warbler Walk!
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesWitness the brilliant wave of Warblers and other migrating birds flying north this spring! led by Park Naturalist.
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Blacksmith Worskshop
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryRegister for this unique full-day workshop with Master Blacksmith, Bill Fitzgerald, to make your own items in our blacksmith shop. Workshop is from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., so wear comfortable shoes and bring a lunch. Pre-registration and a fee are required. Workshop is available for adults 18 and older. register & pay
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Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesEcotheraphy, also called nature therapy, focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing through outdoor activities. Master Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead the guided walk to different areas of Lasdon that will be explored as nature and its benefits are experienced up close. All participants should be prepared to walk, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring […]
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Mother’s Weekend Wildflower Walk
Mom wants to spend time with you on her special weekend! Take her on a walk and see some of our beautiful Westchester wildflowers and then take her to lunch (not included).
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Spring Birds on a Collective Feather
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesWe will view sample specimens, before we trek out to observe the birds and learn about their behavior. Please bring binoculars.
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BUZZ ABOUT!
Lenoir Preserve 9 Dudley Street, Yonkers, United StatesJoin Todd Patton, master beekeeper, for a visit to his Lenoir Preserve hives. Learn beekeeping basics and fascinating facts about these hard-working honey producers!
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Mom and Me Tea Party
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesShare an enchanting moment with Mom over tea inside Lasdon’s Glass House Conservatory. This Mother’s Day, express your love for Mom by creating a hand-picked flower bouquet. The bouquet will become the center piece for your table while you enjoy tea and nibbles over priceless conversation, write love notes or capture the moment with a […]
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Pyrography: Beginner’s Techniques
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryLearn the basics and take home your own wood burning art piece in this introductory pyrography class. No experience is necessary for this workshop. Available for adults and children ages 10+; $15 /person; registration required. register now
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Volunteer Work Project- Letting the Sanctuary Entrance Kiosk Grow
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesWe will neaten up the entrance kiosk with some nice plantings to bring in the summer. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
All programs are subject to change without notice.