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...
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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...
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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...
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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. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: Van Cortlandt Park - Garden & Compost Site What to bring: Long pants, closed-toe shoes, water Tools...
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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)...
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Birding with NYC Bird Alliance
Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various species of resident and migratory birds and discuss a wide range of avian topics. Each walk will be led by a NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) guide. Advance registration is required. You...
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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,...
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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...
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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 in October from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House (southern end) What to bring: Clothes that can get muddy, water bottle,...
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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 Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact! Meeting Details: Van Cortlandt Park, Learning...
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Concert: Irish Ghanaian Fusion
Move to the music as we explore the liminal spaces between Irish traditional music and West African Ghanaian music. Revel in lively, blended compositions drawing from both traditions, as performed by renowned musicians from the Ghanaian drum ensemble Ekome Femo including Amos Gabia (voice/djembe/ dun dun), Raymond Odai Laryea (djembe/dun dun/ gankogui), Dylan James (banjo/fiddle),...
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Super Seedlings – Family Gardening Days
Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program for kids ages 2-7 and their caregivers. Each session will have a fun seasonal theme to explore, crafts, plants to water, soil to dig into, and more! Come once, twice, or all four weeks for some playing and planting! We hope to see you there! 📅 Dates:...