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Mat Pilates
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesKensico Dam Plaza is the perfect relaxing setting for free mat pilates. Join us for a low-impact workout where participants can improve flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Bring your own mat.
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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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Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesEcotherapy, 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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Yoga in the Garden
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryJoin expert yoga teacher Melissa Feinberg for a gentle discovery within the practice of Yoga. For beginners or advanced students, we begin with a warmup and introduction then it is onto discovering new postures, breathing and meditation practices. Yoga's many benefits include improved flexibility, strength and body awareness plus it may help relieve stress and […]
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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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Monthly Meditation: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Tranquility and Renewal
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesEach month, enjoy the peace of early evening amongst the fields and woodlands of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center. In the company of fellow nature lovers, explore nature-based mindfulness practices that remind us of our innate connection to the earth and offer support, perspective, delight, and ease. Practices will include seated meditation, mindful walking, […]
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Shadow Boxing
Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United StatesKensico Dam Plaza is the perfect setting for free shadow boxing classes. Join us for this excellent full-body workout that improves coordination and endurance. No equipment required.
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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 tour to examine over twenty plants and trees that have medicinal qualities and are used to treat physical and mental conditions. All of these plants can be grown in your own backyard and are available at local nurseries. Bruce will also briefly discuss some of the active chemical […]
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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 and 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 […]
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Rooted & Renewed: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Calm and Well-Being
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesReconnect with yourself amidst the natural beauty of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center—a perfect opportunity to refresh your mind and body. Led by mindfulness teacher, Liz Slade, this class offers a unique blend of nature-based meditation and gentle walking to boost mental clarity and emotional balance. This half-day retreat is freely offered to active […]
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Backyard Healing
Join us at the Trailside Nature Museum and lean about some medicinal plants that likely grow in your own yard. Find out where these plants came from, their uses, and methods to prepare them.
All programs are subject to change without notice.