Kid Friendly

December 17 2025

The Eastern Cottontail

Caroline Genovese Animals, Educational, Kid Friendly

A Common Yet Fascinating Rabbit

The eastern cottontail is the most widespread rabbit species in North America, easily recognizable by its fluffy white tail. Despite its common presence in fields, gardens and suburban areas, it plays a crucial role in ecosystems as a herbivore and a prey species for a variety of predators. This discussion will explore the eastern cottontail’s behavior, diet, reproductive strategies, and adaptations that allow it to thrive in wild and human-altered landscapes.

December 4 2025

History & Natural History of Croton Point Park

Caroline Genovese Dog Friendly, Educational, Historical, Kid Friendly, Nature, Westchester Central Area, Westchester Northern Area

Join Village Historian Marc Cheshire and Croton Point Park staff to learn about the history and environment of the Park. Meet at entrance to RV Park. Free; no registration required; ages 5+; wear sturdy, warm shoes.

December 4 2025

The Farm Stand at Hilltop Hanover Farm

Caroline Genovese ADA Access, Kid Friendly, Shopping, Wellness, Westchester Central Area, Westchester Northern Area, Westchester Southern Area, Young Adults

Hilltop Hanover Farm’s Farm Stand will be open the first Saturday of each month throughout the winter. We will have crops harvested from the fall as well as freshly grown greens from our greenhouse available to purchase.

December 4 2025

Tea with the Animals

Caroline Genovese Animals, Educational, Kid Friendly, Westchester Northern Area, Young Adults

Join 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 the animals to enjoy together for a tea party! Adults and children 6+ welcome! Pre-registration is required.

December 4 2025

FeederWatch

Caroline Genovese Animals, Educational, Kid Friendly, Nature, Westchester Central Area, Westchester Northern Area

Join Saw Mill River Audubon for a wonderful day of viewing our local birds at the Nature Center feeders. Beginners to experts all welcome. Free to the Public.

December 4 2025

Birds, Books, and Baked Goods

Caroline Genovese Educational, Kid Friendly, Nature, Westchester Northern Area

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR JANUARY 25 DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. CONTACT THE PARK FOR UPDATED INFORMATION.

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild life at the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendly plantings. OPTIONAL bring a baked good to share with other participants, or bring a scoop of food or suet cake for our feathered friends. We will provide coffee, tea, and treats.

December 4 2025

Farm-to-Fable

Caroline Genovese Animals, Educational, Kid Friendly, Nature, Westchester Northern Area

Little ones, ages 3-6, will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online where you can pay what you want!

December 4 2025

Winter Open Art Studio

Caroline Genovese Educational, Kid Friendly, Westchester Northern Area

The studio at Lasdon is open. In this workshop children follow their own creative path, working in a variety of different materials with an art educator guiding them along the way. For ages 4 and up

December 4 2025

Intro to Winter Tree ID

Caroline Genovese Educational, Kid Friendly, Nature, Westchester Central Area

Have you ever looked up at our barren winter canopies and wondered what kind of trees you’re looking at? Join us to learn the basics of winter tree identification, and discover new tips and tricks for finding some of our most prominent arboreal flora.