Event Series Beautify the Park Days

Beautify the Park Days

Van Cortlandt Park Golf House 115 Van Cortlandt Park West, Bronx, NY, United States

Join VCPA on Monday mornings from May 3 to June 28, except for May 31, as we clean up the park. VCPA will provide all work tools and supplies. Sponsored by BCEQ.

Water Chestnut Removal

Van Cortlandt Park Golf House 115 Van Cortlandt Park West, Bronx, NY, United States

Help us remove Water Chestnut from the Mill Pond as we finish up our last few days of the season. No pre-registration required. Bring plenty of water, a hat and an extra pair of socks.

Trail Maintenance Training

Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NY

Learn the basics of trail navigation & maintenance during this walk in the Northeast Forest with VCPA and the Natural Areas Conservancy. RSVP Required.

Northeast Forest Restoration

Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NY

Volunteers needed to join VCPA and the Natural Areas Conservancy as we continue to work together to restore 2 acres in the Northeast Woods. RSVP required.

Barefoot Dancing

Kick off your shoes and dance on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Free Bachata and Merengue dance instruction and live music by Edwin Ferreras and Edwina Chavez

Forest Care Day

Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NY

Alongside our partners at the Natural Areas Conservancy, we are restoring 2 acres of forest and we would love your help!

261st Street Garden Maintenance Day

Alongside our partners at the Riverdale Main Streets Association we will be maintaining the garden and open field within the park at 261st Street and Broadway.

Honor and Praise

Van Cortlandt House Museum

Celebrating the Influence of the African Diaspora on Global Culture. Join us for an evening of music and discussion on the intersection of music, culture, and Black identity.

Fall Mushroom Walk

Join us on a fall mushroom walk into Van Cortlandt Park's lovely and extensive woodlands where we'll encounter all types of fascinating fall fungi.

Dancing on the Lawn

Free Bomba dance instruction and live interactive music and dance performance by Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe. 

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