Be a part of the community effort to maintain the historic Course Country Trail in Van Cortlandt Park Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail work, your help will make a significant impact! Event Dates and Times: Saturdays May 2, June 6, August 1 and September 5 from 10am to 1pm.* Meeting Location:...
Ode to the Black Fiddler (OBF) is an IAH Studio initiative that highlights the artistry and cultural contributions of BIPOC string musicians through live performance and community-centered programming. OBF showcases...
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. The warm, dry summer had leaves beginning to dry out on plants and trees, but lately the spate of rain has cooled temperatures. Cicadas and crickets can now be heard buzzing along with melodious birdsong. Butterflies are...
CANCELED 7/17 DUE TO POOR AIR QUALITY Are you ready for some family gardening fun? Come dig for compost critters, water the plants, explore nature, harvest some veggies, and more at Van Cortlandt Park Alliance's Learning Garden! This is a FREE drop-in program. For children ages 2 to 11 years old accompanied by an adult(s). Dates: July...
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. The warm, dry summer had leaves beginning to dry out on plants and trees, but lately the spate of rain has cooled temperatures. Cicadas and crickets can now be heard buzzing along with melodious birdsong. Butterflies are...
Thursdays • 10AM to Noon July 16, 23, 30 + August 6, 13 Indian Field - Near the Tennis Courts Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance educator Lindsey Kriaris for hands-on, crafty fun with chalk watercolor paintings, nature crowns, and more. Get creative with a different project each week. Great for ages 3-11. Click here for...
Yoga in the Park • Curated by Timothy Lewis Thursdays: July 23, 30 & August 6, 13 7 to 8 PM • FREE! Exploratory yoga sessions, incorporating elements of Vinyasa and focusing on mindful movement. Pre-registration strongly suggested. Beginners welcome. BYOM: Bring Your Own Mat! No experience needed, just bring a mat, water, and an...
Caribbean Connections: Tying History and Music Together Join Van Cortlandt House Museum and Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for an afternoon that brings together history, music, and flavor. This unique program highlights the significant ties between early New York and the Caribbean and Latin America. The afternoon begins with a teaching musical performance by Juan Usera and the Sambuco...
Canine Court needs some TLC! Help keep this doggie happy by volunteering to clean up Canine Court! NYC Parks staff does not perform daily maintenance inside dog runs. Daily maintenance...
Caribbean Music and Dance workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe in Van Cortlandt Park. Saturdays July 18 from 3pm-5pm and August 22 from 2-4pm Following their inspiring Caribeando...
The Caribeando Community Music and Dance Workshop provides an excellent opportunity to learn and practice Caribbean musical and dance traditions rooted in African heritage. Participants will learn Bomba, Plena, Guaracha, Cha-cha-cha, Merengue, and more. All ages, abilities, and skill levels are welcome to explore the basic rhythms, steps, call-and-response interactions, and shared community joy. Workshop...
Turnip to volunteer and help us take care of our Learning Garden! Volunteers will help care for our garden, maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No gardening experience needed - just show up in clothing you will be comfortable getting dirty in! Location: The VCPA Learning Garden is located near the Mosholu Avenue...
