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SUMMARY:Tibbetts Brook Trash Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Tibbetts Brook is a tributary to the Hudson River Estuary\, flowing through the city of Yonkers into the Bronx\, at the heart of Van Cortlandt Park. This small freshwater stream is highly impacted by stormwater runoff\, washing in trash from along the roadways. Join us in cleaning up the brook on November 20th. We will be strapping on waders and hopping into the brook or walking along the shoreline removing trash. Bring along water and a snack and meet us in front of the VC Golf Clubhouse (enter the park at Bailey and Van Cortlandt Park South) for sign in and instructions. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/tibbetts-brook-trash-cleanup/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T120000
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SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Assist in maintenance of the Northeast forest in Van Cortlandt Park. We will be removing non-indigenous plant species such as angelica tree (Aralia elata) and bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus) and promoting the growth of the indigenous oak-hickory forest community. Wear close toed shoes and long pants and bring along water. We will provide gloves and tools.\n\nMeet in front of Woodlawn Playground.\n\nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays/2021-12-03/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Playground\, Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave.\, Bronx\, NY\, 10470
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211116T174926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T211924Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your very own\, truly custom-made seasonal holiday wreath from scratch! \nAfter a short hike in the park to pull and collect invasive bittersweet vine\, participants will learn how to mold the twisted pieces into a wreath to decorate with a mix of natural and artificial materials. All supplies will be provided… the rest is up to your imagination! \n\nThis is an outdoor event. Please dress for the weather.\nSpace is limited and pre-registration is required.\nRaindate: Sunday December 5th from 10am to 12pm\n\nPurchase Tickets Now!
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/diy-wreath-making-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211210T154008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T154105Z
UID:10000069-1640714400-1640718000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:VCP Research Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Join Field Scientist and Research Coordinator\, Alex Byrne for a virtual presentation and time for Q&A as he discusses benthic invertebrate communities and their relationships to water quality in Tibbetts Brook\, Japanese knotweed management techniques and forest dwelling invertebrate communities throughout the 640 acres of natural areas within Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx! \nRSVP Required.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/vcp-research-initiatives/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211210T154922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T221938Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Forest Restoration Friday on February 25th has been canceled due to inclement weather. \nDuring the months of January and February\, forest maintenance will entail removal of non-indigenous vine species and shrubs from the Vault Hill section of the Park. Please bring water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather. Events are subject to cancellation if there is inclement weather. \nRSVP Here. \nMeeting location: Van Cortlandt Park Alliance Educational Garden and Compost Site\, enter the park at Mosholu Avenue and Broadway. The garden is across from the parking lot to the Riverdale Stables.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-in-january/2022-01-21/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211210T183337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T183900Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Survival During a Northeastern Winter
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA’s Field Scientist and Research Coordinator\, Alex Byrne\, in a workshop discussing how animals survive winters in Van Cortlandt Park. Water is the most important component of all life in the forest here in the Northeast\, and it’s cycle is drastically altered during winter months. This causes radical changes in an animal’s physiology and behavior in order to match the harsh changes in the environment. Since animals enter hibernation and torpor\, others create a form of antifreeze\, while others continue to move to maintain high body temperatures. This field workshop will engage you in the many different animal behaviors that occur during the winter months in Van Cortlandt Park. Be sure to dress warm and wear proper footwear! \nRSVP Here. \nMeeting Location: VCPA Educational Garden and Compost Site; enter park at Mosholu Avenue and Broadway intersection\, the Garden and Compost Site is across from the Riverdale Stables parking lot.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/animal-survival-during-a-northeastern-winter/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211210T155231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T170338Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA’s Restoration and Stewardship Program Director\, John Butler\, in a workshop focused on identification of woody plants in the winter. \n\n\n\n\n\nMost of the trees have now lost their leaves. Leaves can be the main identifier for many people when determining what species a tree may be. Yet there are other ways to identify trees and shrubs not using leaves that you can add to your toolbox. This workshop will teach you the basics of what signature traits to look out for when attempting to identify the species of common trees and shrubs in a northeastern forest. These tips will not just help during the winter\, but year round. Be sure to dress warm and wear proper footwear! \nRSVP Here. \n\n\nMeeting Location: VCPA Educational Garden and Compost Site; enter park at Mosholu Avenue and Broadway intersection\, the Garden and Compost Site is across from the Riverdale Stables parking lot.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/winter-tree-identification/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20211210T183730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T210833Z
UID:10000097-1644660000-1644667200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Winter Animal Tracking in Van Cortlandt Park
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA Natural Areas Stewardship staff for an introductory training on animal tracks found in the winter months. \nTracks in the park tell a story. Who left those footprints in the mud or that trail in the snow? Who gnawed on the bark of that tree? This workshop will provide an overview of animal tracks\, scat\, and markings left behind by animals active during wintertime. This workshop will provide an overview of animal tracks\, scat and markings that a variety of animals active in the winter months in Van Cortlandt Park leave behind and provide a better insight of what is living in the park. Be sure to dress warm and wear proper footwear! \nRSVP Here. \nMeeting Location: VCPA Educational Garden and Compost Site; enter park at Mosholu Avenue and Broadway intersection\, the Garden and Compost Site is across from the Riverdale Stables parking lot.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/winter-animal-tracking-in-van-cortlandt-park/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220120T184522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T184959Z
UID:10000098-1645704000-1645722000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Urban Park Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join urban park managers from across the country on February 24 from 12-5pm for the virtual winter Urban Park Roundtable\, hosted by the Central Park Conservancy’s Institute for Urban Parks & Van Cortlandt Park Alliance!  \nThis season’s programming will focus on challenges and opportunities for urban park managers navigating the labor landscape and workforce development in their cities. We’ll be bringing together leaders from across industries and the country to engage in peer-to-peer dialogue and hear from expert guest speakers as they build sustainable solutions for their organizations.  Register now! 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/urban-park-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220127T003051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T210137Z
UID:10000100-1645873200-1645887600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Bronx Parks Speak Up
DESCRIPTION:VCPA and other Bronx parks groups will present at the 28th Annual Bronx Parks Speak Up\, which will be held virtually.  This year’s theme is Green Infrastructure: Building a Healthier Bronx. Sponsored by Con Edison.  \nClick here for more details and to RSVP.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/bronx-parks-speak-up-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220218T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T192232Z
UID:10000221-1646380800-1665853200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:22 in '22
DESCRIPTION:Take the challenge while supporting the work of Van Cortlandt Park Alliance! Hike 22 miles in Van Cortlandt Park anytime during 2022\, post on social media from the park to spread the word\, and wear your 22 in ‘22 Finisher’s Patch with pride once you attain your goal (because you earned it!). VCPA will provide you with route options within Van Cortlandt Park\, the third largest park in NYC\, but you pick your method (hike\, run\, stroll\, skip) and you pick when (as long as you complete it all by December 31\, 2022). Van Cortlandt Park\, located in the Northwest Bronx\, has over 20 miles of trails of various levels of difficulty. If any of the suggested trails are too strenuous\, you can substitute as you like. The specific trails do not matter as much as hitting the goal of 22 miles.  Registration: $40 for adults/$25 kids/$35 members.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/22-in-22/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220224T143637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T143637Z
UID:10000222-1646384400-1646395200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx consists of 640 acres of forest and freshwater wetlands. Help VCPA maintain this important ecosystem. \nDuring the month of March\, VCPA’s weekly Forest Restoration Friday’s will meet in front of the Woodlawn Playground and take place in the Northeast Forest of Van Cortlandt Park. Volunteers will assist our staff in removal of non-indigenous shrub and vine species that harm the biodiversity and health of the Park. \nBring along a water bottle and wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and long pants. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-2/2022-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220224T143941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T143941Z
UID:10000226-1647684000-1647694800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Tibbetts Brook Trash Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Tibbetts Brook\, a small freshwater river\, cuts through the heart of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx. Join us to help clean it! \nJoin the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance as we spend the morning cleaning Tibbetts Brook. We will be working along the shores and in the stream removing trash and debris.  \nDress warm\, bring water\, and wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Some volunteers can walk up the Putnam to join some staff up near the border removing trash from the Brook. Others can stay close to the Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse and clean up along the shores of the pond. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/tibbetts-brook-trash-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220215T205440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T205440Z
UID:10000219-1648288800-1648296000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Family Fun Hike: Welcome Spring!
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Hikes in Van Cortlandt Park. For 2 to 6 year olds and their adult(s). Led by a Van Cortlandt Park Alliance educator!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome Spring! \nCan you find Spring? Is it hiding behind the rocks or up in a tree? Could be! \nLet’s hike through the woods and use our senses to find Spring! After our interactive walk you will have a chance to decorate your own flower pot and plant some seeds. \nRead Aloud Story: Lola Plants a Garden by Anna McQuinn \nProgram will start at the southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House at 10am. Enter the park at Van Cortlandt Park South and Bailey Avenue. \n– Easy hike include a hands-on activity and goody bags for all participants (even parents!). \n– Tickets must be purchased for everyone participating. \n– Please select the appropriate ticket so we can prepare your goody bags! \n– Space is limited\, so register soon. \nRSVP Now. \nVCPA will hold Family Fun Hike Rain or Shine! In the event of heavy downpours or thunderstorms\, we will cancel and refund tickets. Tickets canceled with less than 48 hour notice will not be refunded.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/family-fun-hike-welcome-spring/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220224T144517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T185317Z
UID:10000227-1648803600-1648814400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx contains 640 acres of forest and freshwater wetlands. Join VCPA in maintaining this important ecosystem. \nEvery Friday during the month of April 2022\, Van Cortlandt Park Alliance staff will be working within the floodplain forest of Tibbetts Brook removing non-indigenous shrubs and vines. These non-indigenous plants impact the biodiversity and health of the Park\, and we invite volunteers to just us in this removal effort. \nMeet in front of the Van Cortlandt Park Golf Clubhouse\, bring along water\, and wear sturdy shoes and long pants. The worksite is a 20 minute walk from the meeting location. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-3/2022-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220307T214012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T214012Z
UID:10000243-1650099600-1650105000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Birdwalks with NYC Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and New York City Audubon invite you to join us for weekly birdwalks this spring. \nExplore 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 lead by a New York City Audubon guide.  \nAdvance registration is required and limited to 20 people per week. \nPhoto by John Larson\, Audubon Photography Awards 2015.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/birdwalks-with-nyc-audubon-2/2022-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220224T144923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T192918Z
UID:10000236-1650103200-1650114000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Pull
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx is home to 640 acres of forest and wetlands. Non-indigenous species such as garlic mustard threaten it. \nJoin VCPA in removing the non-indigenous herbaceous plant known as garlic mustard from the understory of Van Cortlandt Park. The species threatens the biodiversity within the park. It is fun and easy to remove! \nWear long pants and sturdy shoes. Bring along plenty of water. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/garlic-mustard-pull/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220307T213429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T213429Z
UID:10000242-1650708000-1650715200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:261st Street Garden Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with VCPA and the Riverdale Main Streets Alliance as we maintain the garden and field at 261st and Broadway. \nShow VCP some TLC for Earth Day! Volunteers needed to help us beautify the 261st Street section of VCP. Gloves and tools provided.  \nRaindate: Saturday May 7th at 10am. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/261st-street-garden-volunteer-day/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20200824T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T190310Z
UID:10000039-1651312800-1651320000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Woodlawn Beautification Day
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA\, Women of Woodlawn and Woodlawn Taxpayers Association as we continue to beautify the wildflower patch and the area around Woodlawn Playground.  Projects will include removing non-native invasive plants\, planting native species and general clean-up around the playground and in the wildflower garden. Meet in front of Woodlawn Playground.  All work tools and supplies will be provided. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-beautification-day/2022-04-30/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Playground\, Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave.\, Bronx\, NY\, 10470
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220321T172836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T173014Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is an annual global bioblitz event occurring in 2022 between April 29th and May 2nd. It is a friendly competition to see which city can gather the most observations\, find the most species\, and engage the most people. This collaborative effort gathers important biodiversity data within urban ecosystems. The Van Cortlandt Park Alliance staff will lead you in helping document the biodiversity here in the Bronx. The program will begin with an iNaturalist best practices overview followed by a group bioblitz in the park. \nSaturday April 30: Meet at VCPA’s Garden & Compost Site- enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave. RSVP for April 30. \nSunday May 1: Meet at the VCP Golf Course- enter the park at Bailey Avenue and Van Cortlandt Park South. RSVP for May 1.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/city-nature-challenge/2022-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220225T182600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T181046Z
UID:10000237-1651654800-1651665600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:VCPA and volunteers will be working on maintenance of trails throughout the park. Bring along a water bottle and wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and long pants. \nMay Trail Work Wednesdays will meet at Garden and Compost Site. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-wednesdays/2022-05-04/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220330T134858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T165538Z
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SUMMARY:Barefoot Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Workshop and Performance of Bomba Music and Dance by Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe. Bomba is an Afro-Puerto Rican musical genre with its origins in West Africa\, Puerto Rico\, and the Caribbean. \nThis cultural enrichment event is free\, fun\, and for the whole family. All ages are welcome! \nNew Location! Van Cortlandt Golf House – Back Deck.  Enter the park at Bailey and Van Cortlandt Park South. \nRSVP Now. \nThis program 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/barefoot-dancing-2/
LOCATION:Van Cortlandt Park Golf House\, 115 Van Cortlandt Park West\, Bronx\, NY\, 10471\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220225T200137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T200137Z
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SUMMARY:Springtime Fête!
DESCRIPTION:A festive evening by the lake celebrating two remarkable women \nSonia Manzano\nSesame Street’s Maria\nActress & Author\nCultivating the Bronx Award\n \nIris Rodriguez-Rosa\nFirst Deputy Commissioner\nNYC Parks\nBetty Campbell-Adams Park Angel Award\n\nCocktails • Abundant Hors d’oeuvres • Dessert\nDance Party • Picturesque Setting • Raffle \nDress Fabulous! \nTickets on Sale!
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/springtime-fete/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220427T181426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T181440Z
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SUMMARY:Community Volunteer Day: Forest Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx contains 640 acres of forest and freshwater wetlands. Join VCPA in maintaining this important ecosystem. The Northwest Forest in particular is mainly derived of an oak-hickory community in the canopy. Winged euonymus\, also known as burning bush\, is a non-indigenous and invasive shrub species commonly planted in yards. It threatens the recruitment of oaks and hickories in the understory and limits the biodiversity of the forest and has populated the understory of the Northwest Forest. Volunteers will assist VCPA staff in removing the winged euonymus from the forest. \nMeet at VCPA’s Garden & Compost Site.  Enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Avenue. \nRSVP Now!
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/community-volunteer-day-forest-restoration/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220415T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T165611Z
UID:10000257-1654108200-1654115400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Barefoot Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Quenia Ribeiro with Live Drumming performing Samba dance from Brazil. This workshop and performance will consist of various forms of Samba from Bahia and Rio De Janeiro – including Samba Reggae\, Samba Afro\, Samba No Pe\, Miudinho\, and Samba De Roda.  \nThis cultural enrichment event is free\, fun\, and for the whole family. All ages are welcome! \nSpecial Thank You to Abada-Capoeira Bronx. \nThis program is supported\, in part\, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/barefoot-dancing-3/
LOCATION:Van Cortlandt Park Golf House\, 115 Van Cortlandt Park West\, Bronx\, NY\, 10471\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220527T174705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T174705Z
UID:10000267-1654246800-1654257600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday during June\, volunteers can join VCPA staff in maintaining the floodplain forest along Tibbetts Brook in Van Cortlandt Park. Work will entail removal of non-indigenous plant species such as mile-a-minute\, mugwort\, multiflora rose\, and bush honeysuckle. \nVolunteers can meet VCPA staff outside the Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course Clubhouse at 9am. We will provide gloves and any tools needed for the project. Make sure to where long pants\, closed-toe shoes\, and bring along plenty of water. We look forward to seeing you out in the Park! \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-4/2022-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220527T172113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T172113Z
UID:10000261-1654506000-1654516800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Park Clean Up Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Join us in tidying up Van Cortlandt Park after the weekend. \nMeet our staff in front of the Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course Clubhouse at 9am. We will provide gloves\, grabbers\, and trash bags. Bring along water. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/park-clean-up-mondays/2022-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220527T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T173604Z
UID:10000263-1654678800-1654689600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Water chestnut (Trapa natans) is a non-indigenous\, aquatic plant that harms the ecological\, and recreational value of waterways here in the Northeast. VCPA leads the effort in removing the harmful plant species. Come join us and learn more about freshwater ecology\, put on a pair of waders\, or hop in a canoe\, all the while helping improve the health of the pond. \nVCPA will provide gloves and any tools needed. Please wear long pants\, and bring along plenty of water and an extra pair of socks (just in case!) \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/water-chestnut-wednesdays/2022-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220526T165241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T210725Z
UID:10000260-1655236800-1655244000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:NY Philharmonic Concert in VCP
DESCRIPTION:THE PHIL IS BACK!!! And\, as always\, it is FREE for all to enjoy.\nPack a picnic\, BYOB (bring your own blanket)\, and get ready for a lovely evening on the Parade Ground.  \nWe look forward to seeing you all:\nTuesday\, June 14 at 8 pm\nFireworks will follow the concert! \nFolks have been asking if we will offer VIP seating this year\, as has been the practice in years past.  \nYes! If you become a Van Cortlandt Park Alliance Member at the $100 level\, 1 ticket is included as a benefit of membership. You can also purchase one additional ticket at a discount.  \nBecome a Member  \nAlready a member?\nEmail events@vancortlandt.org to receive a discount code in the amount of your current membership level. \nYour membership provides vital support to Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s work in the park. \nOur programming includes environmental education for kids; research; restoration of natural areas\, athletic fields\, and trails; paid internships for Bronx teens; work with thousands of volunteers; daylighting advocacy; and bringing to light the legacy of the enslaved Africans who lived and worked in the park. \nYour support is essential to everything we do. \nPhilharmonic program information is available here. 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/ny-philharmonic-concert-in-vcp/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143953
CREATED:20220215T210208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T173659Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Hike: Happy Father's Day
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Hikes in Van Cortlandt Park. For 2 to 6 year olds and their adult(s). Led by a Van Cortlandt Park Alliance educator!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Father’s Day! \n\n\nLeaves for ears\, curly grass blades for hair\, pebbles for eyes….how will you create a portrait of dad using items found in nature? Let’s find out! \n\n\nJoin us for our final Family Hike for the season as we celebrate dad by creating fun and unique portraits using items found on our walk through the woods. \nRead Aloud Story: I Love You to the Moon and Back by Tim Warnes \n\n\n\n\nProgram will start at the southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House at 10am. Enter the park at Van Cortlandt Park South and Bailey Avenue. \n– Easy hike include a hands-on activity and goody bags for all participants (even parents!). \n– Tickets must be purchased for everyone participating. \n– Please select the appropriate ticket so we can prepare your goody bags! \n– Space is limited\, so register soon. \nRSVP Now! \nVCPA will hold Family Fun Hike Rain or Shine! In the event of heavy downpours or thunderstorms\, we will cancel and refund tickets. Tickets canceled with less than 48 hour notice will not be refunded.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/family-fun-hike-happy-fathers-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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