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  • A background of the NYC skyline at night with a popcorn and movie reel and the movie poster for moonstruck

    Starlight Cinema: Moonstruck

    Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Horace Mann School Present: Starlight Cinema: New York, New York FREE! Movies in the Park FREE! Friday Nights Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground 7:30-ish • Movies...

  • A man leading a group in a dance lesson out on a lawn in a park

    Caribeando Music & Dance Workshop

    Following their inspiring Caribeando performance at the Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture last May, Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe is offering an interactive Caribbean Music and Dance workshop in...

  • A background of the NYC skyline at night with a popcorn and movie reel and the movie poster for Men in Black

    Starlight Cinema: Men in Black

    Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Horace Mann School Present: Starlight Cinema: New York, New York FREE! Movies in the Park FREE! Friday Nights Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground 7:30-ish • Movies...

  • A grey hummingbird flying in front of orange flowers - jewelweed

    Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walk

    Take a slow walk in the park and learn about our local flora and fauna from naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature that she enjoys...

  • A man in a green shirt and brown overalls using a shovel to dig into a trail
    Trail Work Thursdays

    Trail Work Thursdays

    Upcoming Activities Include: Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility This project will include constructing a puncheon (a raised wooden walkway) to mitigate erosion and improve access along the John Kieran Trail. What to Bring: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack RSVP Now. Want to bring a group? This event is...

  • A man in a white shirt that say Carpe Diem standing in the forest surrounded by shrubs.
    Forest Fridays

    Forest Fridays

    The October 31st event has been canceled due to forecast of high winds. Remove invasive vines (bittersweet and multiflora rose) from the Northwest Forest. Protect young trees and maintain trails....

  • Graphic of a city skyline at night with a giant popcorn container and a movie poster for Muppets Take Manhattan

    Starlight Cinema: The Muppets Take Manhattan

    Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Horace Mann School Present: Starlight Cinema: New York, New York FREE! Movies in the Park FREE! Friday Nights Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground 7:30-ish • Movies Begin at Last Light 6 PM • Music of 1979, 1987, 1997, 1984 6:30 PM • Movie-themed Crafts September 5: The Warriors (1979) September 12: Moonstruck (1987)...

  • Three teens running across a finish line with people cheering

    Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series #1

    Kids head to the scenic trails for a fun cross country event with our friends at NYRR! Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants of all abilities and age 2 to 18. Perfect for both new and experienced runners, this fun three-event series is a great way for kids to stay active,...

  • A colorful chalk drawing on sidewalk with photographs of two artist.

    REIMAGINING: Chalk Art & Live Music Gathering

    Join us for an afternoon of creativity and reflection as we gather at the Enslaved African Burial Ground in Van Cortlandt Park.  The event will begin with a moving live performance by musician Juan Usera and The Sambuco Tribe, setting the tone and making space for remembrance and renewal. Following the music, Bronx-based artist Tijay...

  • A woman in a green shirt and braided hair standing in a wetland.
    Wetland Wednesday

    Wetland Wednesday

    Fall Edition: Phragmites Removal Join us to restore Van Cortlandt Park wetlands by removing invasive Phragmites. This October, we'll cut back reeds to prepare areas for native plantings. When: Wednesdays...

  • A stone dust trail in the woods with trees with green leaves on both sides.
    Trail Work Thursdays

    Trail Work Thursdays

    Please note that due to the weather forecast the October 30th Trail Thursday event has been canceled. Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van...