Educational
Events
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Evolution. 250 Years of Military Gear
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThe Westchester County Veterans Museum offers visitors an immersive look at how military equipment, uniforms, and battlefield technology have transformed throughout American history. Spanning from the Revolutionary War to present-day […]
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Fall Plein Air Painting
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us for an enriching outdoor painting workshop where every student creates their own unique masterpiece. Set against the inspiring backdrop of Lasdon Public Gardens, this En Plein Air experience—named for […]
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Stay and Play with Paper Mache in the Lasdon Studio
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesMake a mask or help bring to life some wild, winged, wonderful creatures for our fantasy parade on October 31. Two sessions allow us the time to get creative, construct, […]
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Hudson River Audubon Hawk Watch
Lenoir Preserve 9 Dudley Street, Yonkers, United StatesCome and learn about the Hudson River Audubon Society, while observing the wondrous raptor birds on the move through the sky. Please bring own binoculars.
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Kitchen Knacks: Mulling Spices
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn how to dry your own fruits and spices, create flavor profiles, and take a jar of your own mulling spices home! We will be testing our spice blend with […]
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Garden Squad
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesSpend a few hours in our garden! Work next to Lasdon's gardeners on tasks that include watering, weeding, planting, pruning, deadheading, transplanting, tropical plant maintenance in a 60 year old […]
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Hands on Houseplant Help
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesHouseplants looking a little tired? Lasdon’s gardeners will help rejuvenate your houseplants. Simply show up and together we will check the soil, remove dead and damaged leaves, repot it in […]
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Canceled Pecan Farming History of the Northeast
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesDive into the cool story behind pecan farming in the Northeast and discover how these nuts shaped the region’s past! Register Now
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Littles at Lasdon: Stay and Play
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLet’s gather together to enjoy Autumn in the gardens and orchard. We will record our stories in a journal, build with sticks, stems, rocks and blocks, and exercise our imagination. […]
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Teaching Climate Literacy to Children Through a Lens of Hope
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesInspired by the book, “How to Teach Climate Change to Children,” by Rebecca Woodard and Kristine M. Schutz, this 3-part series equips K–5 educators with hopeful, age-appropriate approaches to climate education. Explore […]
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Nature Walk: For Kids!
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin one of our educators on a short nature walk meant for young children ages 4-7. On this walk, the group will be encouraged to use all five senses to observe the natural world around them! We will stop at various locations along the trail in order to look, listen, feel, smell, and perhaps even […]
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Wilderness Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us for a guided hike on the scenic trails at Muscoot Farm. These hikes are designed to help you connect with nature, build confidence on the trails, and deepen your appreciation for the beauty of the woods. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a first-time adventurer, our walks offer a supportive environment to […]
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Fishes of Long Island Sound
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesFrom six foot Sandbar Sharks to six inch Atlantic Silverside minnows, learn about the incredible and diverse fishes that swim in Long Island Sound. Indoor presentation by the Read Wildlife […]
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Fish Seining Net Adventure
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesUp close and personal with the amazing fishes (and other creatures) of Long Island Sound! Our Naturalist will drag a seine net along the shore to see what we catch. […]
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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 […]
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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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First Wednesday’s Bird Walk
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin the Bedford Audubon Society at Hilltop for the first Wednesday of each month! Birders of all levels are welcome on this exploration of the farm through various habitats to […]
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Owl Prowl
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesShort talk and night walk on farm roads to listen and look for owls. For adults and children 10 years of age and older. Space is limited and registration is required. If you are a large group, please reach out to see if we can accommodate your group before registering. Please click here to register […]
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Morning Farm Chores: For Kids
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsBecome a farmer for a day and join our staff as you feed, clean, and care for our animals! Pre-registration is required; $25 per participant (includes one adult as adult supervision is required, this is not a drop off program) available to children ages 6 - 14. Participants will meet at Muscoot’s Reception Center with […]
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Literacy at Lasdon: Autumn Nature Journaling
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesIn partnership with the Westchester Book Festival, Lasdon is offering seasonal book recommendations, a writing prompt, and journaling materials in the Welcome Center. Contact dbnn@westchestercountyny.gov with any questions or special accessibility […]
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Blacksmith Workshop
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesRegister for this unique full-day workshop with Master Blacksmith, Bill Fitzgerald, to make your own items in our blacksmith shop. Workshop is from 9am-2pm, so wear comfortable shoes and bring a lunch. Preregistration and a fee are required. Workshop is available for adults 18 and older. NOVEMBER 7 register for Nov. 7 NOVEMBER 14 register […]
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Tea with the Animals
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsJoin 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 […]
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Westchester Children’s Museum Pop-up
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesThe Westchester Children’s Museum brings its programming and impact to the River North Communities of Westchester, reaching the towns and districts in the Northernmost part of the County along the […]
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Westchester Children’s Museum Pop-up
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesThe Westchester Children’s Museum brings its programming and impact to the River North Communities of Westchester, reaching the towns and districts in the Northernmost part of the County along the […]
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All programs are subject to change without notice.