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SUMMARY:Woodlawn Restoration Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Northeast Woods to combat invasive species and prepare for fall planting. Meet us at Woodlawn Playground by the handball courts at 9 AM for a rewarding morning of ecological restoration. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nDate: Every Wednesday in August and September.\nTime: 9 AM – 12 PM\nMeeting Location: Woodlawn Playground by the handball courts\, walk to restoration site at 9:10am (so don’t be late)\nActivities: Removing invasive species like multi-flora rose\, porcelain berry\, and angelica.\nWhat to Wear: Sturdy shoes\, protective clothing\, sunscreen\, and bug spray. Bring water.\n\nRSVP Now. \nWant to bring a group?  This event is limited to small groups of 5 or less. If you would like to bring more 6 or more people please complete this form to schedule a separate event.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-restoration-wednesdays/2024-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T160000
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SUMMARY:Monday Afternoon Clean Ups
DESCRIPTION:Nice weekends bring lots of visitors to the park. Lots of visitors make a mess! \nVolunteers are needed to help park staff tidy up.\nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up after weekend picnicking. \nWe provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nYou provide can-do spirit and sturdy shoes for walking! \nNote: There will be no Monday CleanUps on 9/2. \nMeet at 2pm at VCPA’s Garden & Compost Site. Enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/monday-afternoon-clean-ups-2/2024-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240810T185419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T234211Z
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SUMMARY:Caribeando Music and Dance Workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe
DESCRIPTION:This community interactive workshop series featuring Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe introduces the traditional genres of Bomba and Plena.  Participants will learn Bomba and Plena dances\, drum patterns\, piquetes (dance improvisation)\, and songs. \nWorkshops will be held on Saturdays\, September 7 and 21st from 1 to 3pm  next to the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Ground behind the Tennis Courts. \nParking is available in the Van Cortlandt Golf Lot. No driving inside the park allowed. \nThis project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program\, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. \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 Suggested.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/caribeando-music-and-dance-workshops-with-juan-usera-and-the-sambuco-tribe-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240828T152300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T152333Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to the Past: Enslaved African Legacy Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA’s Arts Integration Strategist\, Ashley Hart Adams\, on a guided walk that will enlighten participants on the true history that shaped Van Cortlandt Park. \nFor approximately 200 years\, the Van Cortlandt family plantation relied upon the labor of enslaved people\, as did many plantations and farms in the north. Enslaved Africans\, their descendants\, and Indigenous people were vital to colonial New York’s economy–growing\, harvesting\, milling\, packing\, and shipping the wheat that would be a staple export out of New York harbor. This tour will stop at several sites within the park that are daily reminders of their labor and lasting legacy. \nThis walk will be approximately 1 hour long and will include uneven surfaces so please wear appropriate shoes. \nRSVP Required.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/pathways-to-the-past-enslaved-african-legacy-tour/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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SUMMARY:The Aeolian Trio Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Aeolian Trio Concert\nSaturday\, September 14\, 2024\n2pm to 3:30pm\nVan Cortlandt House Museum Lawn \nVan Cortlandt Park Alliance presents The Aeolian Trio as part of their 3-week US tour.\nOriginal compositions for shakuhachi flute\, acoustic guitar\, and Uduboo drum\, an African Ud made from bamboo. \nThe shakuhachi\, a Japanese traditional bamboo flute that is rooted in Zen Buddhism\, meets the guitar\, a Spanish folk instrument that became a giant of jazz\, rock\, and pop. In ancient times\, the shakuhachi was carried from the Middle East to Japan on the fabled Silk Road. Meanwhile\, the guitar springs from flamenco and Renaissance traditions\, and has antecedents in the Middle Eastern Oud. These seemingly disparate traditions separated by two continents spring from the same cradle of civilization. \nNow\, centuries later\, in California\, Tokyo\, and New York\, Japanese guitarist Kôfû Suwa and shakuhachi master Bruce Huebner join New York-based percussionist Todd Isler to reunite these ancient traditions and bring them into the 21st century. In their concert\, we hear how the melisma and phrygian Spanish mode is answered by the nuances of the Japanese miyako mode of the Zen bamboo flute\, and how the rich rhythmic traditions of South and Central Asia underpin the fusion.\n \nRSVP Suggested. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/the-aeolian-trio-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240810T184645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T185215Z
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SUMMARY:Caribeando Music and Dance Workshops with Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe
DESCRIPTION:This community interactive workshop series featuring Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe introduces the traditional genres of Bomba and Plena.  Participants will learn Bomba and Plena dances\, drum patterns\, piquetes (dance improvisation)\, and songs. \nWorkshops will be held on Saturdays\, September 7 and 21st from 1 to 3pm  next to the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Ground behind the Tennis Courts. \nParking is available in the Van Cortlandt Golf Lot. No driving inside the park allowed. \nThis project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program\, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. \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. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/caribeando-music-and-dance-workshops-with-juan-usera-and-the-sambuco-tribe/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T190000
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CREATED:20240813T164903Z
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SUMMARY:Chalk Art Fest
DESCRIPTION:FREE street chalk drawing event led by Ghana-born\, Bronx artist Tijay Mohammed.  \nCreate temporary art inspired by Adinkra and Uli symbols of West Africa\, which adopt the spirit of the human body using basic geometric and abstract shapes\, animals\, and floral designs. Adinkra and Uli symbols promote healing while capturing joy\, love\, freedom\, hope\, pride\, beauty\, wisdom\, strength\, leadership\, womanhood\, and power. \nIn honor of the ancestors\, the event will be held in front of the Enslaved African & Kingsbridge Burial Grounds\, located behind the Tennis Courts. Parking is available in the Van Cortlandt Golf Lot and Broadway. 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/chalk-art-fest/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240816T124208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T131851Z
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SUMMARY:Canine Court Volunteer Clean Ups
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays 8/21\, 8/28 and 9/4 from 4-6pm \nNYC Parks staff does not perform daily maintenance inside dog runs. \nDaily maintenance is up to volunteers- like YOU! \nJoin us for an evening of weeding\, cleaning and spreading woodchips to spruce up Canine Court. \nVCPA provides all necessary gear. You bring the can-do attitude \nEnter the park at Broadway and W. 252nd. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/new-date-canine-court-volunteer-clean-up/2024-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240719T184234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T223313Z
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SUMMARY:Post Labor Day Afternoon Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day weekend bring lots of visitors to the park. Lots of visitors make a mess! \nVolunteers are needed to help park staff tidy up.\nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up after this popular picnicking holiday. \nWe provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nYou provide can-do spirit and sturdy shoes for walking! \nMeet at 12pm at VCPA’s Garden & Compost Site. Enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/post-labor-day-afternoon-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240719T183917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T223348Z
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SUMMARY:Post Labor Day Morning Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day weekend bring lots of visitors to the park. Lots of visitors make a mess! \nVolunteers are needed to help park staff tidy up.\nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up after this popular picnicking holiday. \nWe provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nYou provide can-do spirit and sturdy shoes for walking! \nMeet at 9 am at southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/post-labor-day-morning-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T120000
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CREATED:20240618T183136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T163117Z
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SUMMARY:New Date: Family Fridays in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: Our last Family Friday will be moved from August 9th to August 16th. \nCome spend some time in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s Education Garden this Summer! \nYour family is invited to spend time in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s Education Garden this Summer! Come out to dig for compost critters\, water the plants\, explore nature\, and more! \nThis is a FREE drop-in program. \nFor children ages 2 to 12 years old accompanied by an adult(s). \n📅 Dates: \n\nFriday\, July 12th\nFriday\, July 19th\nFriday\, August 2nd\nFriday\, August 16th\n\n🕐 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM \n📍 Location: The VCPA Compost Site and Education Garden is located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables). \nDrop-ins are welcome\, but advance registration is preferred. \nPlease e-mail us with any questions at gardening@vancortlandt.org
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/family-fridays-at-the-garden/2024-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240129T203648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T164746Z
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SUMMARY:New Date: Canine Court Volunteer Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:NYC Parks staff does not perform daily maintenance inside dog runs. \nDaily maintenance is up to volunteers- like YOU! \nJoin us for an evening of weeding\, cleaning and spreading woodchips to spruce up Canine Court. \nVCPA provides all necessary gear. You bring the can-do attitude \nEnter the park at Broadway and W. 252nd. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/canine-court-volunteer-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240630T012111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T223912Z
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SUMMARY:Fairy Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 12th –  10-12 pm\nDo you believe in magic? Do you believe in fairies and other enchanted creatures? You can invite them into your home with a magical fairy garden!\nIn this workshop\, a child and accompanying adult will create a fairy terrarium garden with a live plant to take home. All materials will be provided.\nGet Your Tickets!
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/summer-blooms-craft-series/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240704T201619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T184711Z
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SUMMARY:NEW LOCATION: Respect|Extract BAE String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Due to this weekend’s forecast for heavy rains\, the concert has been moved to an indoor location:\nParish Hall at Christ Church Riverdale\n5040 Henry Hudson Parkway East\, Bronx\, NY 10471 \nA FREE Concert by the Bronx Arts Ensemble String Quartet. Respect|Extract explores human interaction between land/air/sea and our various interpretations. \nVisit the Bronx Arts Ensemble website for more information.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/respectextract-bae-string-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240716T175222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T175225Z
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SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Note: The event on July 17th has been canceled due to extreme heat. \nIn July. join us every Wednesday morning for Water Chestnut Wednesday! Your help is crucial in removing water chestnuts from the lake\, an invasive species that poses a significant threat to our local ecosystem. Your efforts will make a big difference in preserving the beauty and health of Van Cortlandt Park. \n📅 When & Where: \n\nDates: July 3rd\, 10th\, 24th\, and 31st\nTime: 9 AM – 12 PM\nMeeting Location: Van Cortlandt Golf House\n\n🛠 Activities Include: \n\nRemoving water chestnuts directly from the lake.\n\n🎒 What to Bring: \n\nPlenty of water and a snack.\nA hat and sunscreen.\nAn extra pair of socks.\n\n🔧 We Provide: \n\nWaders and gloves.\nNecessary equipment.\nGuidance and support.\n\n🤝 Get Involved: No 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. \n📢 RSVP Now: Sign up and make a significant impact on your park. We look forward to seeing you there! \nNote: Plans may change according to the needs of the park and weather conditions.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/water-chestnut-wednesdays-5-2/2024-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240704T201236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T201236Z
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SUMMARY:50s to 80s Pop Hits with Odane Whilby & Band
DESCRIPTION:Come join Bronx Arts Ensemble on the Van Cortlandt House Museum Lawn for an electrifying FREE performance featuring BAE teaching artist Odane Whilby and his band. Get set to sway to the timeless tunes of the 50s to the 80s. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable musical experience in the park! \nVisit Bronx Arts Ensemble website for more information.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/50s-to-80s-pop-hits-with-odane-whilby-band/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240701T141040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T141040Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Fridays
DESCRIPTION:🌳 What: Forest Restoration in the Northwest Forest \n📅 When: Fridays\, July 12th\, 19th\, and 26th \n⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n📍 Where: Van Cortlandt Park – Garden & Compost Site \nJoin us for our Forest Friday events this July! We will be focusing on removing invasive species like wineberry\, bittersweet\, mile-a-minute\, and more. These activities are crucial in preserving the health and biodiversity of our forest. \nActivities Include: \n\nInvasive Species Removal: Help us eradicate invasive plants that threaten our native ecosystem.\nForest Restoration: Assist in the restoration of native plants and habitats.\nHands-on Activities: Engage in practical conservation efforts that make a real difference.\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nLong sleeves and pants\nSturdy shoes\nWater and snacks\nEnthusiasm for environmental conservation!\n\nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-fridays-5/2024-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240704T200751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T200751Z
UID:10000932-1721484000-1721487600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Bronx Arts Ensemble Woodwind Quintet
DESCRIPTION:A FREE concert called Symbiosis by Bronx Art Ensemble’s Woodwind Quintet on the Van Cortlandt House Museum Lawn. Interaction between nature and humans\, meditations on animals and the environment\, these themes have long been subjects of profound reflection and artistic expression. \nVisit Bronx Arts Ensemble’s website for more information.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/bronx-arts-ensemble-woodwind-quintet/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240704T195802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T130015Z
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SUMMARY:New Location! Bronx Arts Ensemble and Composers Now Collaboration: Dialogues
DESCRIPTION:NEW LOCATION! \nJoin Bronx Arts Ensemble and Composer Now for a FREE collaborative concert in the “Dialogues” series at the Van Cortlandt Golf House. \nVisit Bronx Arts Ensemble website for more information.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/bronx-arts-ensemble-and-composers-now-collaboration-dialogues/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240701T150644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T125239Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED- City of Water Day: Water Chestnut Removal
DESCRIPTION:Due to the forecast of thunderstorms tomorrow morning. VCPA is canceling our City of Water Day: Water Chestnut Removal event.  \nStay safe and we hope to see you at a future event in Van Cortlandt Park. \nCity of Water Day is a region-wide day of free\, family-friendly events on or near the water! City of Water Day features stewardship organizations that are raising awareness about the risk we all face from sea level rise and climate change\, and explores ways we can build the adaptive capacity of our ecosystems and communities. \nThis special event will focus on removing invasive water chestnuts from the pond\, a crucial effort in maintaining the health of our local water systems. By participating\, you will directly contribute to the restoration of the park’s ecosystem and support initiatives like the daylighting of Tibbetts Brook. \n🛠 Activities Include: \n\nRemoving invasive water chestnuts from the lake.\nLearning about the importance of water health and local conservation efforts.\n\n🌿 Why It’s Important: Water chestnuts are an invasive species that clog waterways\, outcompete native plants\, and disrupt aquatic ecosystems. By removing them\, we improve water quality\, enhance habitat for native species\, and support broader conservation efforts such as the daylighting of Tibbetts Brook. This initiative aims to restore natural water flow\, reduce flooding\, and improve water quality in the Bronx. \n🎒 What to Bring: \n\nPlenty of water and a snack.\nA hat and sunscreen.\nAn extra pair of socks.\n\n🔧 We Provide: \n\nWaders and gloves.\nNecessary equipment.\nGuidance and support.\n\n🤝 Get Involved: No previous experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm for environmental conservation and be ready to make a difference! \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/city-of-water-day-water-chestnut-removal/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
CREATED:20240620T211828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T153801Z
UID:10000849-1720432800-1720440000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:You Are What You Eat Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What does food mean to you? Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and explore your relationship with food through creative collage! \nWhat does food mean to you? \nHow does food relate to your identity? \nDoes it connect you to family\, friends\, or heritage? \nHow does eating certain foods make you feel? \nIn this all-ages free workshop\, each participant will spend time reflecting on what food means to them and creating a small art piece to take home. Come join us for a fun and crafty morning! \nAll materials will be provided. \n📅 Date: Monday\, July 8th \n🕐 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM \n📍 Location: VCPA ‘s Educational Garden and Compost Site is located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables).
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/you-are-what-you-eat-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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 forest’s ecosystem. \nWhen & Where: \n\nDates: June 7th\, 14th and 28th\nTime: 9 AM – 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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 in September 2016. Our mission is to add vibrancy to the South Bronx through music\, community engagement\, and social initiatives. With creative energy and loads of talent\, MBP delivers the sounds of iconic soul\, pop\, and funk artists\, while promoting awareness for issues like gun violence and adult literacy.\n​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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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.  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. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-beautification-day-4/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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: \n• Dates: June 5th + 12th \n• Time: 9 AM – Noon \n• Meeting Location: Van Cortlandt Golf House \nActivities Include: \n• Removing water chestnuts directly from the lake \nWhat to Bring: \n• Plenty of water and a snack \n• A hat and sunscreen \n• An extra pair of socks \nWe Provide: \n• Waders and gloves \n• Necessary equipment \n• 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.  \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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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.  \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).  \nConcert site is at the Parade Ground\, located adjacent to the Nature Center and Van Cortlandt House Museum.  \n\nProgram to Include\nBeethoven\, Egmont Overture\nFe. Mendelssohn\, Violin Concerto in E minor\nElgar\, Wand of Youth Overture\nNY Phil Very Young Composer Dalya Shaman\,Floating in the Stars\nNY Phil Very Young Composer David Wright\,Tarzan’s Rage\nCarlos Simon\, Four Black American Dances (New York Premiere)\nRimsky-Korsakov\, 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/ \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/ny-philharmonic-concert-in-vcp-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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! \n📅 Dates: \n\nSaturday\, May 4th\nSaturday\, May 11th\nSaturday\, May 18th\nSaturday\, June 1st\nSaturday\, June 8th\n\n🕐 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM \n📍 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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T112739
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
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