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SUMMARY:Spring Tea
DESCRIPTION:New Date: Please note we are moving to Sunday\, 6/1 due to the weather forecast for Saturday. \nTea Culture & Arts and Bronx River Art Center are joining us for an afternoon nature hike\, tea experiences\, poetry and papermaking. \nRSVP Required \nFeaturing: \nNature Walk 2pm  \nWith Van Cortlandt Park Alliance staff \nTea experiences from 2:30pm \nWith Nizar Gartit for Moroccan Tea \nGarden herbal tastings \nand more \nOdes to Common Things Poetry from 2:30pm \nWith Robin Lampman \nWashi Paper Making from the Paper Mulberry Tree from 2:30pm \nwith Michele Brody the Bronx River Art Center \nThis program is partially funded by a 2025 Cultural Immigrant Initiative grant from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council\, Councilman Eric Dinowitz of Council District #11.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/spring-tea/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T153000
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SUMMARY:Afterschool EcoHike
DESCRIPTION:Children in grades K-5 and their parents/guardians will take a walk\, learn about local plants\, and explore nature in VCP! \n\n\n\n\n\nIn this free guided hike\, families will hit the trails while learning about amazing local wildlife\, and get to fill out a Nature Journal provided by EcoHikes! \nEcoHikes for children is a chance for students to explore the outdoors\, learn about the environment\, and take action to help their community. Through these experiences\, we hope to create future leaders who care about protecting the natural world. \nMeeting Point: In front of the Van Cortlandt Golf House\, right before hitting the Lake House Cafe. \nImportant Details: \n\nWe’ll be outside the whole time; dress appropriately for the weather\nAll children must be accompanied by an adult\nRecommended for ages 6+.\nThere will not be space available to leave strollers/bikes/scooters during our hike\nFriendly and well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome!\n\nFor any questions or accommodation requests/concerns\, please e-mail gardening@vancortlandt.org \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/afterschool-ecohike/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T090000
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SUMMARY:Trail Work Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Help Maintain the Trails that Keep the Park Connected \nBe part of the community crew that cares for Van Cortlandt Park’s trails! Whether you’re a seasoned trailblazer or trying trail work for the first time\, your effort makes a real difference in keeping these paths accessible and safe. \n📍 Meeting Details: \nLocation: Garden & Education Compost Site\, just across from Riverdale Stables \n🛠️ What We’ll Be Doing: \n• Clearing debris\, branches\, and overgrowth \n• Closing “desire lines” (unofficial paths) to protect habitats \n• Ensuring trail safety and erosion control \n• Learning best practices in trail care and stewardship \n🧰 What to Bring: \n• Comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing \n• Sturdy closed-toe shoes (required) \n• Reusable water bottle and snacks \n• We’ll provide gloves\, tools\, and guidance! \nRSVP Now. \n  \nVolunteer Policy for Minors \n\nAges 15 – 17\nA parent or guardian must sign and submit a volunteer waiver. Once the waiver is on file\, the minor may participate without an accompanying adult.\nAges 12 – 14\nA parent or guardian must accompany the minor and remain on-site for the entire project.\nUnder 12\nChildren may volunteer only at events specifically labeled family-friendly and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-thursdays-3/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T220000
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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.  \nWe look forward to seeing you all:\nThursday\, June 5 at 8 pm\nFireworks will follow the concert! \nEnter the park across the street from 6035 Broadway (approximately West 246th Street).  \nConcert site is at the Parade Ground\, located adjacent to the Nature Center and Van Cortlandt House Museum.  \nVisit website for more details:\nhttps://www.nyphil.org/concerts-tickets/explore/parks/ \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/ny-philharmonic-concert-in-vcp-3/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T232652Z
CREATED:20250317T172231Z
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SUMMARY:261st Street Garden Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Alongside our partners at the Riverdale Main Streets Alliance we will be caring for the garden and open field within the park. \nWe will provide gloves and tools. \nMeet at the garden at W. 261st and Broadway. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/261st-street-garden-volunteer-event/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Course Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the community effort to maintain the Cross Country Trail in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance\, your help will make a significant impact! \nEvent Dates and Times:\nFirst Saturdays of the Month from April to August from 10am to 1pm.* \n*Please note that May 3rd will be for groups of 10 or more only. Please email garcialeslie@vancortlandt.org to schedule a group. \n*Please note that due to the July 4th Holiday\, the July event has been moved to the second Saturday. \nMeeting Details:\nLocation: Van Cortlandt Park\, Garden and Education Compost Site\, across from Riverdale Stables.\nTime: 10 am sharp; work begins at 10:15 am \nUpcoming Activities Include:\nClearing debris and overgrowth\nRepairing trail structures\nEnsuring trail safety and accessibility \nWhat to Bring:\nComfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing\nClosed-toed shoes\nWater and a snack \nWhy Join Us?\nContribute to the vitality and safety of the trails you love! Engage with fellow community members\, learn about trail maintenance\, and enjoy the satisfaction of hands-on work in the great outdoors.\nNecessary tools and gloves will be provided! \nRSVP Now. \nVolunteer Policy for Minors \n\nAges 15 – 17A parent or guardian must sign and submit a volunteer waiver. Once the waiver is on file\, the minor may participate without an accompanying adult.\nAges 12 – 14A parent or guardian must accompany the minor and remain on-site for the entire project.\nUnder 12Children may volunteer only at events specifically labeled family-friendly and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.\n\nWant to bring a group? This event is limited to small groups of 9 or less. If you would like to bring more 10 or more people please reach out to garcialeslie@vancortlandt.org to schedule a separate event.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/cross-country-course-volunteer-days/2025-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T150000
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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 the Van Cortlandt House Museum.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/barefoot-dancing-with-estelle-walkin-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T130000
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SUMMARY:Tune-Up Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Turnip to volunteer! \nVolunteers will help care for our garden\, maintain compost bins\, weed\, water\, and harvest produce. No gardening experience needed – just show up in clothing you will be comfortable getting dirty in! \nJoin us on the following Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm: \n\nJuly 8\nJuly 22\nAugust 12\nAugust 26\n\nEnter the park at Broadway & Mosholu Ave. \nCome once\, twice\, or for as many sessions as you’d like! \nRSVP Now. \nGroups of 5+ must register as a unit via email to gardening@vancortlandt.org \nVolunteer Policy for Minors \n\nAges 15 – 17: A parent or guardian must sign and submit a volunteer waiver. Once the waiver is on file\, the minor may participate without an accompanying adult.\nAges 12 – 14: A parent or guardian must accompany the minor and remain on-site for the entire project.\nUnder 12: Children may volunteer only at events specifically labeled family-friendly and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.\n\n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/tune-up-tuesdays/2025-06-10/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T120000
DTSTAMP:20250716T202004Z
CREATED:20250529T171942Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Work Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Help Maintain the Trails that Keep the Park Connected \nBe part of the community crew that cares for Van Cortlandt Park’s trails! Whether you’re a seasoned trailblazer or trying trail work for the first time\, your effort makes a real difference in keeping these paths accessible and safe. \n📍 Meeting Details: \nLocation: Garden & Education Compost Site\, just across from Riverdale Stables \n🛠️ What We’ll Be Doing: \n• Clearing debris\, branches\, and overgrowth \n• Closing “desire lines” (unofficial paths) to protect habitats \n• Ensuring trail safety and erosion control \n• Learning best practices in trail care and stewardship \n🧰 What to Bring: \n• Comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing \n• Sturdy closed-toe shoes (required) \n• Reusable water bottle and snacks \n• We’ll provide gloves\, tools\, and guidance! \nRSVP Now. \n  \nVolunteer Policy for Minors \n\nAges 15 – 17\nA parent or guardian must sign and submit a volunteer waiver. Once the waiver is on file\, the minor may participate without an accompanying adult.\nAges 12 – 14\nA parent or guardian must accompany the minor and remain on-site for the entire project.\nUnder 12\nChildren may volunteer only at events specifically labeled family-friendly and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-thursdays-3/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000
DTSTAMP:20250613T200946Z
CREATED:20250527T191322Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED- Spring Garden Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Due to the rainy forecast\, this event has been cancelled! \nIf you have any questions\, please e-mail us at gardening@vancortlandt.org
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/spring-garden-volunteer-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T120000
DTSTAMP:20250429T132210Z
CREATED:20250429T122546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T132210Z
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SUMMARY:After Holiday Weekend Clean Ups
DESCRIPTION:Join the Van Cortlandt Park staff in cleaning up the Park after holiday weekends. \nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up trash after holidays this year: \nTuesday\, May 27th (after Memorial Day weekend)\nMonday\, June 16th (after Father’s Day weekend)\nMonday\, July 7th (after July 4th weekend)\nTuesday\, September 2nd (after Labor weekend) \nMeeting at 9am in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse – enter the park at Van Cortlandt Park South and Bailey Avenue. \nWe will provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/after-holiday-weekend-clean-ups-2/2025-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T193000
DTSTAMP:20251028T151101Z
CREATED:20250507T144924Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:RAIN OR SHINE! \nVan Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening celebration of Juneteenth on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. \nCome early to eat dinner before the show. From 5 pm\, delicious food will be available for sale from Voila Afrique. (First come-first served.) \nThe ceremony will begin at 6pm 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 with a libation ceremony\, honoring the memory of the enslaved people. \n2025 Juneteenth Program \nRSVP Suggested. \nPlease note:\nSeating is limited. Bring your own chair!\nIf weather is inclement\, procession to burial ground will not occur and all performances will be under the tent on the lawn of the museum. \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. \nThis event is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/juneteenth-celebration-3/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000
DTSTAMP:20250716T202004Z
CREATED:20250529T171942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T202004Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Work Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Help Maintain the Trails that Keep the Park Connected \nBe part of the community crew that cares for Van Cortlandt Park’s trails! Whether you’re a seasoned trailblazer or trying trail work for the first time\, your effort makes a real difference in keeping these paths accessible and safe. \n📍 Meeting Details: \nLocation: Garden & Education Compost Site\, just across from Riverdale Stables \n🛠️ What We’ll Be Doing: \n• Clearing debris\, branches\, and overgrowth \n• Closing “desire lines” (unofficial paths) to protect habitats \n• Ensuring trail safety and erosion control \n• Learning best practices in trail care and stewardship \n🧰 What to Bring: \n• Comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing \n• Sturdy closed-toe shoes (required) \n• Reusable water bottle and snacks \n• We’ll provide gloves\, tools\, and guidance! \nRSVP Now. \n  \nVolunteer Policy for Minors \n\nAges 15 – 17\nA parent or guardian must sign and submit a volunteer waiver. Once the waiver is on file\, the minor may participate without an accompanying adult.\nAges 12 – 14\nA parent or guardian must accompany the minor and remain on-site for the entire project.\nUnder 12\nChildren may volunteer only at events specifically labeled family-friendly and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-thursdays-3/2025-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20250619T135450Z
CREATED:20250508T162237Z
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SUMMARY:Woodlawn Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance\, Women of Woodlawn and Woodlawn Taxpayers Association Present Woodlawn Family Fun Day featuring: \n\nMusic & Dance: Domincan Arts Collective\nBioBus: Science Education on Wheels\nFace Painting\nUrban Park Rangers\nWoodland Family Walks\nNature Crafts\nBocce\nGames\nAnd more!\n\nWith a Special Ceremony to induct Van Cortlandt Park’s woodlands into the prestigious Old-Growth Forest Network! \nRSVP Now. \nSpecial thank you to our partners: \n\nNYC Parks\nWomen of Woodlawn\nWoodlawn Taxpayers Association\nCouncil Member Eric Dinowitz\nBioBus\nOld-Growth Forest Network\n\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/woodlawn-family-fun-day-4/
CATEGORIES:Community
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