Health

Name: Backyard Healing
Start: 2026-09-13T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-13T14:00:00-04:00

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June 2026
Mat Pilates

June 15 at 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Mat Pilates

Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United States

Kensico 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 […]

Free
Tai Chi

June 20 at 9:00 am - 10:00 am Tai Chi

Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United States

The peaceful Kensico Dam Plaza is the perfect place to participate in free tai chi classes this summer. Join us for this low impact and slow exercise, designed for all […]

Free
Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour

June 27 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour

Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United States

Urban 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. […]
July 2026
Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature

July 4 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature

Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United States

Ecotherapy, 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 […]
Yoga in the Garden

July 5 at 9:00 am - 10:30 am Yoga in the Garden

Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United States

Arts, Culture & History

Join 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 […]

$25
Mindfulness in Nature: Self-Care for Teachers, Outdoor Educators, & Environmental Advocates

July 7 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

We 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 […]

Free
Monthly Meditation: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Tranquility and Renewal

July 8 at 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Monthly Meditation: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Tranquility and Renewal

Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Each 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 […]

Free
Shadow Boxing

July 10 at 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Shadow Boxing

Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY, United States

Kensico 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.

Free
Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant &Tree Tour

July 18 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour

Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United States

Urban 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 […]

Free
Dangerous and Toxic Outdoor and Indoor Plants

July 25 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am Dangerous and Toxic Outdoor and Indoor Plants

Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United States

This 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 […]

Free
September 2026
Rooted & Renewed: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Calm and Well-Being

September 10 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United States

Reconnect 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 […]

Free
Backyard Healing

September 13 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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 […]