BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vancortlandt.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20210314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20211107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/march-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Forest-Fridays.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/APA_2015_JohnLarson_279414_Cedar_Waxwing_KK-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Garlic-Mustard-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/261.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_0558.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
CREATED:20220321T172836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T173014Z
UID:10000254-1651312800-1651323600@vancortlandt.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/city-nature-challenge-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193219
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/TWW-for-web.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220330T134858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T165538Z
UID:10000256-1651689000-1651696200@vancortlandt.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/barefoot2022.website-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220225T200137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T200137Z
UID:10000241-1652983200-1652990400@vancortlandt.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/springtime-fete-for-webcalendar.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220427T181426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T181440Z
UID:10000258-1653127200-1653138000@vancortlandt.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/may-volunteer-event-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/barefoot2022.website-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/forest-fridays-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/IMG_E6897-3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/water-chestnut-for-web.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Phil-for-website-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220215T210208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T173659Z
UID:10000220-1655546400-1655553600@vancortlandt.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/family-fun-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220527T175313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T175313Z
UID:10000271-1655546400-1655557200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Mile-a-Minute Pull
DESCRIPTION:Join us in removing mile-a-minute from the floodplain forest. Mile-a-minute (Persicaria perfoliata) is a non-indigenous vine species that threatens the biodiversity within Van Cortlandt Park. It is easy to pull and we think a highly entertaining activity. \nMeet VCPA staff in front of the Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course Clubhouse. We will provide gloves. Bring along water\, and wear long pants\, and closed-toe shoes. \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/mile-a-minute-pull/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/mileaminuteforweb.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220616T192032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T192242Z
UID:10000277-1655722800-1655726400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Woodlawn Basketball Courts Groundbreaking Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance\nCourts of Dreams\nNYC Parks\nInvite you to a groundbreaking event. \nThis summer\, Woodlawn Basketball Courts will undergo a facelift!\nAsphalt will be repaired\, new paint will be applied\, and new backboards will be installed. \nJoin us as we officially break ground on the project! \nFormer NY Knicks player John Wallace will be joining us at the event! \nRSVP Now!
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-basketball-courts-groundbreaking-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Woodlawn-Basketball-Courts-Groundbreaking-840-×-560-px.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220511T191719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T225247Z
UID:10000259-1655748000-1655753400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening celebration of Juneteenth. \nThe program will begin on the back deck of the Van Cortlandt Golf House with performances\, including music and spoken word. Then join us for a procession with drums to the Enslaved African Burial Ground for a libation ceremony\, honoring the memory of the enslaved people. \nFeaturing: Master percussionist Baba Don Babatunde\, West African Drummer Yahaya Kamate\, Baritone Courtney Carey\, and Choreographer/Director Tony M. Williams II. \nRSVP required\, as space is limited.  
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/juneteenth-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220630T144414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T144414Z
UID:10000282-1656666000-1656676800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday during July 2022\, 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-5/2022-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Forest-Fridays.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220630T153126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T163327Z
UID:10000291-1657011600-1657022400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Park Clean Up Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Join us in tidying up Van Cortlandt Park after the weekend. \nSpecial Clean Up after July 4th on Tuesday July 5! \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-2/2022-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/IMG_E6897-3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220630T152308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T152308Z
UID:10000287-1657098000-1657108800@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-2/2022-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/water-chestnut-for-web.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220608T192213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T191801Z
UID:10000273-1657827000-1657837800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Starlight Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Council Member Eric Dinowitz\, NYC Parks\, and Van Cortlandt Park Alliance Present: \nStarlight Cinema: NATURE’S REVENGE! \nThursday Nights\nVan Cortlandt Park Parade Ground\nMovies begin at last light of day (~8:30-9:00 pm) \nJuly 14    Little Shop of Horrors (1986)\nJuly 28   Them! (1954) – please note change in movie\nAug 4      The Birds (1963)\nAug 11    THE MEG (2018) \nArrive early! From 7:30pm on… \n\nGroove to the hits of 1954\, 1963\, 1986\, 2018\nMovie Theme Crafts\nVCPA Nature Nerds – Meet Plants & More!\n\nRSVP Encouraged. \n*Movies subject to change based on availability.\nJurassic Park was not available. We apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment. \n  \nSponsored by Optimum
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/starlight-cinema/2022-07-14/
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/movie-updated-website.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220630T170655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T170655Z
UID:10000312-1657965600-1657976400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Invasive Species Training & Removal
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA staff who have been working this summer monitoring habitat of the Northwest Forest in a training of invasive species within the region\, and take part in a removal effort. The event will begin with an introduction to the Northwest forest\, followed by a training on common non-indigenous invasive plants in the region and a removal effort. \nMeet at the Riverdale Stables parking lot at 10am and we will walk into the Northwest forest from there. Wear long pants\, and closed-toe shoes\, preferably boots. There are thorns in the woods and we will be off trail\, so the sturdier your pants and shoes\, the better. Also\, bring along plenty of water! We will provide gloves and tools for the event. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-invasive-species-training-removal/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/forest-fridays-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220603T122425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T120342Z
UID:10000272-1658829600-1658840400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:The VCPA Garden & Compost Site needs you this summer! Our newly expanded garden needs lots of help to weed\, water\, and harvest veggies for donation to the Friendly Fridge BX and to use for cooking demos at our market. On three Tuesday mornings this summer come out and lend a hand to help shape the new space. \nTuesdays July 26 and August 9 from 10am to 1pm. \nRSVP Now. \n\n\n\n\n\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/garden-volunteer-days-2/2022-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Garden-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220726T212148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T212148Z
UID:10000318-1659690000-1659700800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park boasts 640 acres of forest and wetlands right here in the Bronx. Help staff maintain the forest every Friday! \nEvery Friday during August 2022\, volunteers can join VCPA staff in maintaining the Northwest Forest of Van Cortlandt Park. Work will entail removal of non-indigenous plant species such as winged euonymus\, multiflora rose\, and Norway maple. \nVolunteers can meet VCPA staff outside the Educational Garden and Compost Site\, located nearby the Riverdale Stables parking lot. 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-6/2022-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/forest-fridays-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220726T213201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T180717Z
UID:10000322-1660381200-1660392000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Forest Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park contains 640 acres of forest and wetlands. You can make a difference and help maintain this important ecosystem. \nVolunteers will help VCPA staff remove angelica tree (Aralia elata) from the Northeast forest of Van Cortlandt Park. This non-indigenous invasive plant harms the biodiversity of the forest\, and its spines are not nice to walk into while walking on the trails. Learn more about the plant\, invasive removal techniques\, and ecology of the park while out with VCPA staff. \nWe will meet in front of the Woodlawn Playground at 9am and walk to the worksite from there. VCPA will provide gloves and tools. Please wear long pants\, closed-toe sturdy shoes (preferably boots)\, and bring 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/20878/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Forest-vol-day.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220803T160930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T160930Z
UID:10000323-1660662000-1660672800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Compost Distribution & Fun
DESCRIPTION:Come grab compost and have some fun! \nResidents can take up to three (3) 40-lb bags per person!  Registration Required. \nWhile you’re here take a tour of our new garden space\, dig for some decomposers\, do a craft\, and tell us what you want to see in the space. VCPA high school interns have spent all spring and summer rebuilding our site and they are excited to show off their work. Activities are suitable for the whole family and community input into future programs\, activities and crops is much needed. \nVCPA Compost Site and Garden\, enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/compost-distribution-fun/
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Garden-for-website.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T193220
CREATED:20220824T215509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T012215Z
UID:10000139-1662454800-1662465600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Post Labor Day Park Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Van Cortlandt Park staff in cleaning up the Park after the Labor Day holiday occurs. \nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up trash after the Labor Day holiday this year. Meeting at 9am in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse. \nWe will provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nMeet at Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse- enter the park at Van Cortlandt Park South and Bailey Avenue. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/post-labor-day-park-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Untitled-design-9.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR