Educational
Events
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“What’s Blooming Now?”
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us for our "What's Blooming Now"? Series! This month we will focus on pollinators. See what’s blooming now and how pollinators make it all possible! Great for all ages-fun, interactive and full of color and life.
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Horse Grooming
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome visit the farm and experience the joy of grooming our friendly horse, Haley! This hands-on program gives kids the opportunity to help care for Haley through brushing and grooming, which supports coat maintenance and encourages positive socialization. Pre-registration is required, and kindly note that this program has a firm age minimum of 12 years […]
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Audubon Bird Walk
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesCome birding with the Saw Mill River Audubon. This walk is open to beginners to the avid bird watcher. Space is limited and registration is required. register now
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Pollinator Literacy Trail
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesPick up your booklet in the Welcome Center and connect to the life of pollinators at Lasdon. Enjoy a special self-guided garden tour and scavenger hunt and taste a cool floral drink. The first day of summer is a special chance to celebrate all that is blooming for National Pollinator Week. All ages.
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“Survivor”
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesCome and learn some important lessons on teamwork through activities and techniques on how to survive in a wilderness scenario. All ages are welcome!
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Big Equipment Day
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome learn all about the machines that help a farm. Get up close with tractors, mowers, and other equipment that do some of the biggest jobs here on the farm.
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Hands on Houseplant Help
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLasdon’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 good potting soil and talk about what your plant needs. You’ll also learn some great tips about keeping your houseplant happy and healthy. register now
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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 good potting soil and talk about what your plant needs. You’ll also learn some great tips about keeping your houseplant happy and healthy.
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Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesUrban naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a to examine over twenty plants and trees in the Arboretum that have medicinal qualities and are used to treat physical and mental conditions. All of these plats can be grown in your own backyard and are available at local nurseries. He will also briefly discuss some of the […]
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Kitchen Knacks: Playing Dress Up! Exploring Salad Dressings & Components
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesThis month’s Kitchen Knacks will explore how to dress up a salad, from texture and flavor to making homemade dressings. Leave with a few ideas and recipes to take home! Pre-registration required. REGISTER NOW
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Irish Heritage Day
Ridge Road Park 287 Ridge Road, Hartsdale, NY, United StatesIrish Heritage Day begins at noon, Mass starts at 12:30 p.m., followed by entertainment. Bagpipers and The Deirdre O’Mara School of Irish Dance will be there too! There will also be activities for the children, shop for authentic Irish goods from various vendors, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. General admission is […]
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The Rose through Time, Culture and Trials for Sustainability
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin author Kristine Paulus for a presentation to discover the extraordinary ways the rose has been depicted through time and across cultures, both within and beyond the garden. Also visit the American Rose Trials for Sustainability trial beds where roses are evaluated for disease and pest resistance, flowering, foliage, plant form and growth habit in […]
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African-American Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThe festivities will feature live entertainment including line dancing, and presentations of awards and scholarships. All six hours will feature drama, poetry, ethnic foods, health and educational vendors, free health screenings, cultural arts and crafts, and more. The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating […]
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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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Mindfulness in Nature: Self-Care for Teachers, Outdoor Educators, & Environmental Advocates
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesWe are happy to partner with Mindul of Nature and Liz Slade in our second retreat for teachers, outdoor educators, and environmental advocates! Our theme this year will be “Listening to the Earth, Easing the Heart.” Join us for a restorative day of mindfulness, deep nature connection, and collegial sharing amongst the fields and woodlands […]
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Firefly Festival
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, NY, United StatesJoin us for an Annual Firefly Festival! We will have crafts, facepainting, firefly games and catching. Food vendors, popcorn and live music. Returning again will be Professor Moiseff Firefly expert giving a presentation. Register on Eventbrite
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Guided Bird Walk with Saw Mill River Audubon
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesBird walks led by Saw Mill River Audubon. Space limited. Registration is required. register now
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Lasdon History and Highlights
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesUrban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of Lasdon. Stops will include examining the William and Mildred Lasdon Memorial Garden, the magnolia trees, lilacs, conifers and azalea garden in addition to learning about the history of the Lasdon Main House. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org.
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Guided Tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow
Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow Palmer Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, NY, United StatesGo on an interpreter-led tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow! Go on a guided tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow! Enjoy a 45-minute interpreter-led tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow to learn about its history, significance, and what life for keepers was like. Tour is free; reservations required; parking […]
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Hispanic Heritage Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThis high-energy, family-friendly celebration honors the rich and diverse traditions of Hispanic communities from around the globe—and everyone is invited to join the fiesta. The plaza will come alive with the sounds of salsa, merengue cumbia and more. Tantalize your taste buds with delicious Latin cuisine, explore colorful arts & crafts, and keep the kids […]
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Guided Bird Walk with Saw Mill River Audubon
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesBird walks led by Saw Mill River Audubon. Space limited. Registration is required. register now
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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 greenhouse! Sign up today! sign up now
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Lighthouse Open House
Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow Palmer Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, NY, United StatesCome see the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow! Join staff at the open house for a look inside the lighthouse and to learn about what life was like for the keepers. Drop-in, self-led program. Groups of 8 or more must pre-register. The Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow is located at Kingsland Point Park off Palmer […]
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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 service, the exhibit showcases authentic and replica artifacts that illustrate the evolution of protection, communication, mobility, and the everyday experience of the American soldier. Designed […]
All programs are subject to change without notice.