Summer Streets
Summer Streets, a project by New York City Department of Transportation, is an annual celebration of New York City’s most valuable public space—our streets. Summer…
Observing the sky and a movie
In conjunction with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy, the Amateur Astronomers Association hosts “Journey to the Stars” observing sessions on Thursday evenings from dusk until…
Become an EcoVolunteer !
In 2012, NY/NJ Baykeepeer established the EcoVolunteer program, designed to introduce adult volunteers to the NY-NJ Harbor Estuary through education, hands-on research and restoration experiences. Currently, our EcoVolunteers assist with monitoring oysters in the Bronx River at Soundview Park and also with salt marsh restoration and living shorelines in Freshkills Park on Staten Island.
Harlem Creek Tour – Part I
Join urban explorer Steve Duncan in finding Harlem Creek’s buried path through Central Park to the Harlem Muir as Steve explains how the waterway functions today.
34th Annual Queens County Fair
Don’t miss this traditional county fair with blue ribbon competitions in livestock, produce, home crafts, arts & crafts, and more. The fair features pie eating- and corn husking- contests, hayrides, pig races, carnival rides, midway games, and kids’ entertainment by jugglers, magicians, and acrobats! Dance the day away at the Bavarian Garden with an Irish band (Saturday) and German band (Sunday).
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot
The Drilling Company performs free outdoor Shakespeare in the Parking Lot. JULY 28 TO AUGUST 14 “THE MERCHANT OF VENICE” One of Shakespeare’s most problematic…
The 6th Annual New York City Poetry Festival
The 6th Annual New York City Poetry Festival will be held on Governors Island’s Colonel’s Row on July 30th and 31st, 2016. The Poetry Society…
Salsa Nights in Sunset Park
Industry City’s “Salsa Sunset Sundays” is bringing live music and dancing, family fun and a pop-up market to Sunset Park. Food and drink will be…
Brooklyn Bridge Green Team
Join the Green Team and learn about gardening, enjoy nature, and make the Brooklyn Bridge Park look its best
Creatures of the Night – Family Edition
Explore Prospect Park after dark with expert naturalist Paul Keim. Share snacks and beverages with Paul as he speaks about the ecological role that bats and nocturnal insects play in our environment, followed by a walking tour to spot and identify the Park’s various species of resident bats in flight.
Bryant Park Presents Emerging Music Festival
“Bryant Park opens its lawn to five of New York City’s most promising up-and-coming bands”
Harlem Routes Family Scavenger Hunt
Spend a fun day with your family outside in a scavenger hunt through the Harlem Grown community gardens! Then enjoy a cooking class taught by Guest Chef George Duran at the Pono school.
Variance Music and Arts Festival
Calling all music lovers! Come to Brooklyn to enjoy food, art, and all types of music, including electronica, indie, disco, house, and world music, all intertwined with a message of diversity and sustainability.
Make it Wild!
Enjoy a whole day of family fun on the High Line! Get your hands dirt in our garden, create art, hear stories, watch performances and more!
Farm Fresh Festival for Kids
Bring the whole family to the Farm Fresh Festival and spend the day in South Street Seaport meeting farmers and animals, learning about growing and harvesting food, listening to music, eating locally grown food, and so much more!
Garden Tour: Gardening in the Sky at the High Line
Get to know every detail of the High Line’s plant life while walking through the park with one of our knowledgeable staff horticulturists.
Star Gazing Date Night!
Join us for the perfect Date Night under the stars: sip wine, listen to jazz by local artists and and take a closer look at the moon, planets, and stars.