BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - ECPv6.15.20//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240311T193822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T210644Z UID:10000760-1717236000-1717243200@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Super Seedlings DESCRIPTION:Super Seedlings is a free\, drop-in gardening program for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers. \nEach Saturday session will have a fun theme to explore\, nature crafts\, planting\, soil digging\, and more! \nCome once\, twice\, or all five weeks for some playing and planting! We hope to see you there! \nšŸ“… Dates: \n\nSaturday\, May 4th\nSaturday\, May 11th\nSaturday\, May 18th\nSaturday\, June 1st\nSaturday\, June 8th\n\nšŸ• Time: 10 AM ā€“ 12 PM \nšŸ“ Location: The VCPA Compost Site and Education Garden is located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables). \nRSVP Now! \nDrop-ins are welcome\, but advance registration is recommended. \nPlease e-mail us with any questions at gardening@vancortlandt.org URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/super-seedlings/2024-06-01/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Super-Seedlings-Event-Image-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240416T201553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T135916Z UID:10000776-1717250400-1717257600@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Barefoot Dancing with Estelle Walkin DESCRIPTION:Kick off your shoes and learn to dance Samba on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum with Estelle Walkin featuring Escalante Amaru (Music Medicine) who will be playing Brazilian music. \nEstelle Walkin is a teaching artist with the Bronx Arts Ensemble. \nThis cultural enrichment event is fun for the whole family- parents and kids of all ages welcome.\nEnter the park at Broadway and W. 246th Street. \nRSVP Suggested. \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. \nSpecial thank you to Bronx Arts Ensemble and Van Cortlandt House Museum. URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/barefoot-dancing-with-estelle-walkin/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Title-840-x-560-px-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240530T212510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T212510Z UID:10000808-1717578000-1717588800@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Wednesdays DESCRIPTION:Join us at Van Cortlandt Park for Water Chestnut Wednesday! Help us remove water chestnuts from the lake. This invasive species poses a significant threat to our local ecosystem\, and your efforts will make a big difference. \nWhen & Where: \nā€¢Ā Dates:Ā June 5th + 12th \nā€¢Ā Time:Ā 9 AM ā€“ Noon \nā€¢Ā Meeting Location:Ā Van Cortlandt Golf House \nActivities Include: \nā€¢ Removing water chestnuts directly from the lake \nWhat to Bring: \nā€¢ Plenty of water and a snack \nā€¢ A hat and sunscreen \nā€¢ An extra pair of socks \nWe Provide: \nā€¢ Waders and gloves \nā€¢ Necessary equipment \nā€¢ Guidance and support \nGet Involved: \nNo previous experience is required. Just bring your adventurous spirit and be ready to jump into the water to help preserve the beauty of Van Cortlandt Park. \nRSVP Now.Ā  \n(Plans may change according to the needs of the park and weather conditions.) URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/water-chestnut-wednesdays-4/2024-06-05/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Water-Chestnut-Wednesdays.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240530T211340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T210416Z UID:10000804-1717750800-1717761600@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Forest Fridays DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to extreme heat we are canceling the 6/21 Forest Friday session. \nJoin us at Van Cortlandt Park for a meaningful morning of forest restoration! Experience the last weeks of spring in the forest by helping us remove invasive species like multi-flora rose and bittersweet. Gear up for some hands-on conservation work and learn about the forestā€™s ecosystem. \nWhen & Where: \n\nDates: June 7th\, 14th and 28th\nTime: 9 AM ā€“ Noon\nLocation: VCPA Garden Education and Compost Site\, across from Riverdale Stables\n\nActivities Include: \n\nInvasive species removal\nEducational insights on forest health\nCommunity engagement\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nSturdy shoes and protective clothing\nWater/tea and snacks\nSunscreen and bug spray\n\nWe Provide: \n\nTools and gloves\nGuidance and support\n\nGet Involved:\nReady to make a difference? Grab your gloves and join us in preserving the beauty of Van Cortlandt Park.\nQuestions? Contact noel@vancortlandt.org. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be prompt\, as we leave the meeting spot by 9:10-9:15am in order to get to our work site. \n(Plans may change according to the needs of the park\, especially in response to storm damage.) URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-4/2024-06-07/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Forest-Fridays.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240311T193822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T210644Z UID:10000761-1717840800-1717848000@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Super Seedlings DESCRIPTION:Super Seedlings is a free\, drop-in gardening program for kids ages 3-7 and their caregivers. \nEach Saturday session will have a fun theme to explore\, nature crafts\, planting\, soil digging\, and more! \nCome once\, twice\, or all five weeks for some playing and planting! We hope to see you there! \nšŸ“… Dates: \n\nSaturday\, May 4th\nSaturday\, May 11th\nSaturday\, May 18th\nSaturday\, June 1st\nSaturday\, June 8th\n\nšŸ• Time: 10 AM ā€“ 12 PM \nšŸ“ Location: The VCPA Compost Site and Education Garden is located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables). \nRSVP Now! \nDrop-ins are welcome\, but advance registration is recommended. \nPlease e-mail us with any questions at gardening@vancortlandt.org URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/super-seedlings/2024-06-08/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Super-Seedlings-Event-Image-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20230504T190632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T120921Z UID:10000494-1718136000-1718143200@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:NY Philharmonic Concert in VCP DESCRIPTION:THE PHIL IS COMING 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.Ā  \nWe look forward to seeing you all:\nTuesday\, June 11 at 8 pm\nFireworks will follow the concert! \nEnter the park across the street from 6035 Broadway (approximately West 246th Street).Ā  \nConcert site is at the Parade Ground\, located adjacent to the Nature Center and Van Cortlandt House Museum.Ā  \n\nProgram to Include\nBeethoven\,Ā EgmontĀ Overture\nFe. Mendelssohn\, Violin Concerto in E minor\nElgar\,Ā Wand of Youth Overture\nNY Phil Very Young Composer Dalya Shaman\,Floating in the Stars\nNY Phil Very Young Composer David Wright\,Tarzanā€™s Rage\nCarlos Simon\,Ā Four Black American DancesĀ (New York Premiere)\nRimsky-Korsakov\,Ā Capriccio espagnol\nArtist\nThomas Wilkins\, Conductor\nRandall Goosby\, Violin \n\nVisit the NY Philharmonic website for more details:\nhttps://www.nyphil.org/concerts-tickets/2324/van-cortlandt-park/ \nĀ  URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/ny-philharmonic-concert-in-vcp-2/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NY-Phil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240530T212510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T212510Z UID:10000809-1718182800-1718193600@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Wednesdays DESCRIPTION:Join us at Van Cortlandt Park for Water Chestnut Wednesday! Help us remove water chestnuts from the lake. This invasive species poses a significant threat to our local ecosystem\, and your efforts will make a big difference. \nWhen & Where: \nā€¢Ā Dates:Ā June 5th + 12th \nā€¢Ā Time:Ā 9 AM ā€“ Noon \nā€¢Ā Meeting Location:Ā Van Cortlandt Golf House \nActivities Include: \nā€¢ Removing water chestnuts directly from the lake \nWhat to Bring: \nā€¢ Plenty of water and a snack \nā€¢ A hat and sunscreen \nā€¢ An extra pair of socks \nWe Provide: \nā€¢ Waders and gloves \nā€¢ Necessary equipment \nā€¢ Guidance and support \nGet Involved: \nNo previous experience is required. Just bring your adventurous spirit and be ready to jump into the water to help preserve the beauty of Van Cortlandt Park. \nRSVP Now.Ā  \n(Plans may change according to the needs of the park and weather conditions.) URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/water-chestnut-wednesdays-4/2024-06-12/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Water-Chestnut-Wednesdays.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240530T211340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T210416Z UID:10000805-1718355600-1718366400@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Forest Fridays DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to extreme heat we are canceling the 6/21 Forest Friday session. \nJoin us at Van Cortlandt Park for a meaningful morning of forest restoration! Experience the last weeks of spring in the forest by helping us remove invasive species like multi-flora rose and bittersweet. Gear up for some hands-on conservation work and learn about the forestā€™s ecosystem. \nWhen & Where: \n\nDates: June 7th\, 14th and 28th\nTime: 9 AM ā€“ Noon\nLocation: VCPA Garden Education and Compost Site\, across from Riverdale Stables\n\nActivities Include: \n\nInvasive species removal\nEducational insights on forest health\nCommunity engagement\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nSturdy shoes and protective clothing\nWater/tea and snacks\nSunscreen and bug spray\n\nWe Provide: \n\nTools and gloves\nGuidance and support\n\nGet Involved:\nReady to make a difference? Grab your gloves and join us in preserving the beauty of Van Cortlandt Park.\nQuestions? Contact noel@vancortlandt.org. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be prompt\, as we leave the meeting spot by 9:10-9:15am in order to get to our work site. \n(Plans may change according to the needs of the park\, especially in response to storm damage.) URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-4/2024-06-14/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Forest-Fridays.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T103000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240311T192150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T192909Z UID:10000755-1718442000-1718447400@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Birding with NYC Audubon DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and New York City Audubon invite you to join us during five Saturday sessions of birding in the park. \nExplore Van Cortlandt Parkā€™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 New York City Audubon guide. \nAdvance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. \nEvents are on Saturdays meeting at 9am on the following dates: \n\nApril 6\nApril 13\nMay 11 (World Migratory Bird Day)\nMay 18\nJune 15\n\nNote: We do not provide binoculars and suggest that attendees bring their own. \nWant us to continue birding programs in the future? Please make a donation during checkout. All donations made will be used to continue birding programs. \nRSVP Now! \nAs space is limited\, if you are not able to attend please let us know ASAP so we can fill in your spot by emailing info@vancortlandt.org. \nPhoto by Jack Rothman URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/birding-with-nyc-audubon-3/2024-06-15/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Birdwalk-photo-by-Jack-Rothman-for-website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240507T190157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T190157Z UID:10000799-1718445600-1718452800@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Woodlawn Beautification Day DESCRIPTION:Volunteers needed to care for and beautify the wildflower patch and area around Woodlawn Playground in Van Cortlandt Park. \nJoin VCPA\, Women of Woodlawn and Woodlawn Taxpayers Association as we continue to beautify the area around Woodlawn Playground.Ā  Projects will include removing non-native invasive plants\, planting native species and general clean-up around the playground and in the wildflower patch. \nMeet in front of Woodlawn Playground. \nAll work tools and supplies will be provided. \nRSVP Now. \nĀ  URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-beautification-day-4/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/woodlawn-vol-for-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240603T155828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T155828Z UID:10000843-1718456400-1718463600@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Northwest Corner Care DESCRIPTION:Show the Northwest Corner of Van Cortlandt Park some TLC ! Volunteers needed to help us beautify the 261st Street section of VCP. We will move towards the City Line as time allows. Gloves and tools provided. \nSpecial thank you to our good friends at Riverdale Main Streets Alliance for their ongoing dedication to this section of the park. \nRSVP Now. URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/northwest-corner-care/ 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:20240619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240426T205828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T195106Z UID:10000784-1718820000-1718825400@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening celebration of Juneteenth at the Van Cortlandt House Museum. \nThe program will begin on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum 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. \nGuest artists include renowned drummer Baba Don Babatunde\, actress Ashley Hart Adams\, violist Judith Insell\, mezzo-soprano Lucia Bradford and the NYC All City High School Chorus\, poet David Mills and West African drummer Yahaya Kamate. \nRSVP Suggested. \nSpecial thank you to our venue partners at the Van Cortlandt House Museum and the National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York. \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/juneteenth-celebration-2/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Juneteenth-Celebration-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20230615T170845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T234742Z UID:10000553-1719162000-1719169200@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:KRVC: Music in the Park DESCRIPTION:Kingsbridge Riverdale Van Cortlandt Development Corporation presents:\nMusic in the Park:\nMorrisania Band Project\nFeaturing: Elissa Carmona (vocals)\, Kevin Belle (keyboard)\, Gregory Daffin (bass guitar/vocals) and Warren Moddie (drums/vocals) \nThis FREE event will be held on the grounds of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. \nBYOB: Bring chairs\, blankets and a picnic.\nFor more information\, visit KRVC website. \nMorrisania Band Project is an award-winning R&B soul collective founded inĀ September 2016. Our mission is to add vibrancy to the South Bronx through music\, communityĀ engagement\, and social initiatives. With creative energy and loads of talent\,Ā MBPĀ delivers the sounds ofĀ iconic soul\, pop\, and funk artists\, while promoting awareness for issues like gun violence and adultĀ literacy.\nā€‹MorrisaniaBand.com \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/krvc-music-in-the-park/ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/June-23-2024-concert-in-VCP-flyer-for-VCP-calendar-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T063622 CREATED:20240530T211340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T210416Z UID:10000807-1719565200-1719576000@vancortlandt.org SUMMARY:Forest Fridays DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to extreme heat we are canceling the 6/21 Forest Friday session. \nJoin us at Van Cortlandt Park for a meaningful morning of forest restoration! Experience the last weeks of spring in the forest by helping us remove invasive species like multi-flora rose and bittersweet. Gear up for some hands-on conservation work and learn about the forestā€™s ecosystem. \nWhen & Where: \n\nDates: June 7th\, 14th and 28th\nTime: 9 AM ā€“ Noon\nLocation: VCPA Garden Education and Compost Site\, across from Riverdale Stables\n\nActivities Include: \n\nInvasive species removal\nEducational insights on forest health\nCommunity engagement\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nSturdy shoes and protective clothing\nWater/tea and snacks\nSunscreen and bug spray\n\nWe Provide: \n\nTools and gloves\nGuidance and support\n\nGet Involved:\nReady to make a difference? Grab your gloves and join us in preserving the beauty of Van Cortlandt Park.\nQuestions? Contact noel@vancortlandt.org. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be prompt\, as we leave the meeting spot by 9:10-9:15am in order to get to our work site. \n(Plans may change according to the needs of the park\, especially in response to storm damage.) URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-4/2024-06-28/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Forest-Fridays.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR