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Friday, August 30, 2013

Redesign Javits Playground Using Science and Math on Sunday, September 15, 2013 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Redesign Javits Playground Using Science and Math

1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Sunday, September 15, 2013

After the weather cancellation in the spring, it's time to redesign Javits playground. Join Dr. Leonisa Ardizzone of Storefront Science and use math, science and engineering to measure, plot and design your own improvements to our local playground.

Appropriate for ages 7-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit of 15 children. Please email to register with "Register" in the subject line and in the body of the email the parent/guardian name, child's name and age as well as the best email to reach you.

Location

Map

Jacob Javits Playground in Fort Tryon Park

Manhattan

Directions to this location

Cost

Free

Event Organizer

Northern Manhattan Parks, Fort Tryon Park Trust

Contact Email

info@FortTryonParkTrust.org

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/09/15/redesigning-javits-playground-using-science-and-math

Garden Walking Tour in Fort Tryon Park, Sunday, September 1, 2013 1:00 PM-2:00 PM

Garden Walking Tour in Fort Tryon Park

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Sunday, September 1, 2013

Take a tour of the "Park for All Seasons." Take a walking tour of the Heather and Alpine Gardens of Fort Tryon Park. Discover which plants are in bloom in each of the seasons, even in the dead of winter. Learn about the gardens' history, future, and secrets from a member of Fort Tryon's expert horticulture staff.

These tours are wheelchair accessible but persons with mobility issues may find them challenging because of the park's many steep paths.

Location

Map

Heather Garden

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/09/01/garden-walking-tour-in-fort-tryon-park

Stay well, WHEELS! Morning Fitness at Fort Tryon Park, Saturdays 8:30 AM-9:30 AM

Morning Fitness at Fort Tryon Park

Saturday, August 31, 2013

8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Come to Fort Tryon Park and try something new. Join us on Saturdays, Tuesday and Thursday mornings for one hour of walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises.

All of our fitness programs are free, led by trained professionals, and suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Rain and weather / air advisory cancels. Fitness programs are cancelled if the weather is lower than 20 degrees.

For a breath of fresh air, take your workouts outdoors. After years of being a gym rat, I've seen the light, so to speak. Parks are becoming a logical alternative environment for those who want to add variety to their work outs, or who just don't like the gym. And, it's an affordable way to increase physical activity opportunities, because there's nothing special to build.

Exercise with a view, in natural sunlight, with green scenery all around bestows health benefits that can’t be found indoors. Scientific studies have shown that the pleasure of being outdoors for example gives your brain, psyche, and immune system an extra boost.

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/08/31/morning-fitness-at-fort-tryon-park

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Forest Crew Add to Calendar Saturday, September 7, 2013 12:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/09/07/forest-crew-training-session

Forest Crew

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Saturday, September 7, 2013

12:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

This event repeats every week on Saturday between 4/6/2013 and 3/1/2014.

From Porcelainberry to Multiflora Rose and Oriental Bittersweet, the Highbridge Forest Crew works to remove these invasive plants and others from the park and to care for recently planted native trees. The Forest Crew will learn basic invasive and native plant identification, proper removal techniques and an overview of NYRP’s approach to urban reforestation. Anyone interested in forest ecology, invasive plant removal, and urban forests should attend and join the Forest Crew in their work every Saturday afternoon.

RSVP by emailing volunteer@nyrp.org.

Morris-Jumel Mansion Culture and Arts Festival Add to Calendar Saturday, October 12, 2013 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Morris-Jumel Mansion Culture and Arts Festival

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Saturday, October 12, 2013

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

The Morris-Jumel Mansion will host the third annual Culture and Arts Festival (MJM CAFé), featuring the vibrant music, artistry, crafts and cuisine that make Washington Heights and the neighboring communities of Harlem, Inwood, and the Bronx so diverse and dynamic. The air will be filled with music, performers, and artists who will share their talents with all who attend and restaurants will have tasty treats to sell. The MJM CAFé is an exciting experience that delights the senses and stirs the soul. Come and enjoy the talents of performers and artists including Underworld Productions Opera, Singer/Reenactor Rich Bala, Storyteller Bobby Gonzalez, Organic Magnetics, and Diaspora Now. Restaurants and food vendors will include Tea by Tiffany, Chef Rafael Palomino, Sassy Sweets and others to be announced soon! Morris-Jumel Mansion would like to thank our sponsors: City of New York Parks and Recreation, Historic House Trust, Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance and Whole Foods.