Educational
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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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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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Muscoot Farm’s Annual Sheep Shearing Event
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesThis all-day event will feature live sheep shearing, activities, vendors, and more! Each year on Mother’s Day, Muscoot Farm hosts its Sheep Shearing Festival in which its sheep receive their annual haircut to prepare for the warm months. This year the program will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will include hayrides, which […]
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9th District Gardening Academy
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThe Academy is a volunteer project open to all 9th District Garden Club members. The projects will occur once a month on Wednesdays. Sessions will be two hours long with instruction and hands-on time to use your new skill! Registration available for April and May dates register now The Academy is open to Garden Club […]
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Guided Bird Walk with Saw Mill River Audubon
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesJoin the Saw Mill River Audubon for a free guided bird walk at Croton Point Park. Multiple dates available. Registration required. register now
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Archaeology ABCs
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesLearn the basics of excavation and dating techniques and get your hands dirty putting them to use. Review local archaeology, including how to determine if an area is archaeologically sensitive, what diagnostic artifacts occur, and how current societal ethics and laws inform us.
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Muscoot Mansion Tour
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryJoin our education staff on a historical tour of the mansion. Appropriate for ages 13+. Meet promptly at 11:00 AM by the grape arbor located behind the mansion. Due to limited capacity, this tour is meant for individuals or small families. We cannot accommodate large groups at this time. This tour is not stroller or […]
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The Sacred Rice Archaeological Project
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryZoe Crossland, Associate professor of Archaeology at Columbia University, will discuss research on the ethnobotany of Madagascar’s Central Highlands.
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Around the World Fair
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryCome learn, laugh and travel the world - one poster at a time. Discover amazing facts, traditions, colorful flags, music, art, fun crafts, and tasty treats from different cultures. Bring your family, friends, and your curiosity and get ready to explore! Everyone is welcome! For $5 you will receive a passport, stamp from each county you […]
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Lasdon History and Highlights
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryUrban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of the Lasdon Public Gardens. 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. […]
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Archaeology ABCs
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryDue to the weather forecast, this event has been cancelled. Overview of the science and history of Archaeology. Learn basics of excavation and dating techniques and get your hands dirty putting them to use. Ages 10 and up.
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“Double Life” Animals: Amphibians and Macroinvertebrates
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesJoin the Preserve staff in studying the “double life” of frogs, salamanders and more as they develop from their larval stage into adults. The study will be followed by a short hike and a hands-on activity. Hiking shoes are recommended. Free.
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Plant Dissection
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesBecome a scientist as we use dissection kits to explore common plant parts and their systems and record our data. Recommended for all ages 10+. - $5 per person - Registration is required as space is limited register now
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Garden to Table: Liberty Teas
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us as we learn about and taste some of the indigenous wild plants used in Liberty Tea blends. Ages 12 and up Pre-registration required by: May 22nd.
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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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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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Comeback of Peregrine Falcons!
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesHudson River Audubon presents James Wright on the incredible reintroduction of Peregrine Falcons in our region.
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Grasslands Restoration Tour
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesLearn the history of the Croton Point grassland creation and view the many birds, insects, and native plants that live there on this walk and talk. Meet at the parking lot by the RV park.
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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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We Luv Dinosaurs!
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryCalling dinosaur lovers to celebrate National Dinosaur Day by baking Dino Sugar cookies, making Lasdon's unique Paleo-pouch for holding fossil treasures and taking a special hands-on tour of the Dino trail that includes touching real dino poo! 6 children max. Ages 5 years old and up. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org. Registration ends May 29. Fee: […]
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Muscoot Mansion Tour
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryJoin our education staff on a historical tour of the mansion. Meet promptly at 11:00 AM by the grape arbor located behind the mansion. Recommended for ages 13+. 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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The 47th Annual Polish Heritage Festival
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesThe festival will showcase Polish-American cultural exhibits, polka music, kids’ activities, and vendors selling authentic Polish crafts and food. The 2025 Polish Parade Marshal, Miss Polonia and Junior Miss Polonia will also be there! The festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for sitting on the lawn. […]
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All programs are subject to change without notice.