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SUMMARY:Forest Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for forest restoration work along the cross-country trail. July is peak growing season — we’ll be removing invasive species and working on trail-adjacent restoration. Your work opens the forest floor for native wildflowers\, oak seedlings\, and the understory waiting underneath. \nWhen: Fridays\, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWhere: Van Cortlandt Park — Cross Country Trail area (meet at the VCPA Learning Garden) \nWhat to bring: Clothes that can get dirty\, sturdy shoes\, water bottle\, sunscreen. \nTools and gloves provided. Ages 15+ welcome (minors need signed waiver) \nRSVP Now. \nLimited to 30 volunteers per shift. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-20/2026-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Family Fridays in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for some family gardening fun? \nCome dig for compost critters\, water the plants\, explore nature\, harvest some veggies\, and more at Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s Learning Garden! \nThis is a FREE drop-in program. \nFor children ages 2 to 11 years old accompanied by an adult(s). \nDates: \n\nJuly 10\nJuly 17\nJuly 24\nJuly 31\nAugust 7\n\n Time: 10 AM – 12 PM \nLocation: The VCPA Learning Garden is located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables). \nDrop-ins are welcome\, but advance registration is preferred. \nPlease e-mail us with any questions at gardening@vancortlandt.org
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/family-fridays-in-the-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T130000
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SUMMARY:Papermaking with Michele Brody
DESCRIPTION:Work with local artist Michele Brody in collaboration with VCPA to create paper casts of fallen trees in Van Cortlandt Park. \nFor ages 15 and up! \n\n\n\n\nThe Learning Garden is collaborating with Bronx Artist Michele Brody to produce an immersive installation that will reanimate fallen Park trees through cast handmade-paper sculptures. Come join her on May 23 from 1-3:30 to help with this creative endeavor while learning the process of making paper and casting our fallen trees in the Northwest Forest.  Meeting at the VCPA Learning Garden. \nThis project is made possible with public funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program\, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature\, and with funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council\, both administered by the Bronx Council on the Arts. \n\nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/papermaking-with-michele-brody-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T140000
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SUMMARY:Van Cortlandt Nature Walk Group
DESCRIPTION:Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. \nThis walk will meet in the parking lot of the Riverdale Stables. \nRSVP Now. \nIn July\, many birds lower their activity level and will be seeking shade as the nesting season wanes for many species. But other birds like the American Goldfinch get a late start\, beginning its nesting in July and August. By that time of year\, milkweed and thistle have started producing their silky fibers that this bird will use to help build their cup-shaped nests which can be found in trees and shrubs. Another reason birds nest late in July is because they produce two or more broods per breeding season. Mourning Doves for example can produce as many as six broods a year. They’ll start nesting as early as late March\, and have their last brood as late as early September. The American Robin as well as the Northern Cardinal are also some of these multi brood bird species. \nLike humans\, birds need to release the heat built up in their bodies from the sun by submerging in water\, usually by bathing or swimming. Also\, their bill may be opened\, and the bare skin on the face\, feet\, and legs allows more heat to release from their bodies\, helping them to cool down . \nJuly is the time to savor the scent of Clethra (sweet pepper bush)\, and delight in the beauty of tall meadow rue\, black cohosh\, Joe-Pye weed\, and woodland sunflowers. Butterflies like the monarch\, tiger and black swallowtails\, red admirals are aloft on the summer breeze. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/van-cortlandt-nature-walk-group/
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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SUMMARY:Van Cortlandt Nature Group
DESCRIPTION:Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. \nThis walk meets in front of the VC Nature Center. \nRSVP Now. \nIn July\, many birds lower their activity level and will be seeking shade as the nesting season wanes for many species. But other birds like the American Goldfinch get a late start\, beginning its nesting in July and August. By that time of year\, milkweed and thistle have started producing their silky fibers that this bird will use to help build their cup-shaped nests which can be found in trees and shrubs. Another reason birds nest late in July is because they produce two or more broods per breeding season. Mourning Doves for example can produce as many as six broods a year. They’ll start nesting as early as late March\, and have their last brood as late as early September. The American Robin as well as the Northern Cardinal are also some of these multi brood bird species. \nLike humans\, birds need to release the heat built up in their bodies from the sun by submerging in water\, usually by bathing or swimming. Also\, their bill may be opened\, and the bare skin on the face\, feet\, and legs allows more heat to release from their bodies\, helping them to cool down . \nJuly is the time to savor the scent of Clethra (sweet pepper bush)\, and delight in the beauty of tall meadow rue\, black cohosh\, Joe-Pye weed\, and woodland sunflowers. Butterflies like the monarch\, tiger and black swallowtails\, red admirals are aloft on the summer breeze. \nWatch for The Full Buck Moon that will rise on Wednesday\, July 29. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac\, “The full Moon in July is called the Buck Moon because the antlers of male deer (bucks) are in full-growth mode at this time. Bucks shed and regrow their antlers each year\, producing a larger and more impressive set as the years go by.” \nAs a courtesy\, please let Debbi know if you need to cancel at:\nturlan@optonline.net.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/van-cortlandt-nature-group-3/
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SUMMARY:BAE's Summer Adventures in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:The BAE woodwind quintet presents “Summer Adventures in the Sun\,” a program filled with pieces that evoke the spirit of summer\, ranging from the lively energy of water activities and dance to celebrations with friends and family. This concert will transport you to the ocean\, introduce you to diverse cultures\, and evoke nostalgic moments. It features cheerful\, timeless compositions by Mary D Watkins\, Malcolm Arnold\, Eric Ewasen\, Valerie Coleman\, Astor Piazzolla\, as well as arrangements of summer classics by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Carlos Santana. Join us for an afternoon under the sun\, filled with uplifting music that invites you on a musical adventure in the sun. \nMore details here.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/bronx-arts-ensemble-summer-music-series/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Caribeando Community Music and Dance Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Caribbean Music and Dance workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe in Van Cortlandt Park. \nSaturdays July 18 from 3pm-5pm and August 22 from 2-4pm \nFollowing 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 Van Cortlandt Park for the Bronx community. \nThe 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. \nWorkshop will be held next to the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Ground behind the Tennis Courts. \nParking is available in the Van Cortlandt Golf Lot. No driving inside the park allowed. \nRSVP Now. \nThis series is sponsored by The NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program. \nThis series is supported\, in part\, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/caribeando-community-music-and-dance-workshops-4/2026-07-18/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T140000
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SUMMARY:BAE's 50s-80s Pop Hits
DESCRIPTION:Odane Whilby’s band is back for BAE’s summer music series at the Van Cortlandt House Museum lawn\, featuring a fantastic lineup of oldies\, pop\, and R&B classics that delight audiences of all ages. Get ready to dance to hits from the ’50s to the ’80s by legendary artists such as Dion\, The Temptations\, Stevie Wonder\, and Diana Ross. Pack your dancing shoes for an extraordinary musical party in the park! \nMore details here.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/bronx-arts-ensemble-summer-music-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000
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SUMMARY:BAE's IAH Studio’s Ode to the Black Fiddler
DESCRIPTION: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 the full spectrum of string music\, spanning genres such as Hip-Hop\, Jazz\, R&B\, Latin Fusion\, Blues/Folk\, Electronic\, and more. \nMore Details Here.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/baes-iah-studios-ode-to-the-black-fiddler/
CATEGORIES:Community
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