Westchester Northern
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Farm-to-Fable
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLittle ones, ages 3-6, will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online where you can pay what you want! register & donate
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Soft Landings: Playtime for Littles at Lasdon
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLet’s gather together to enjoy early growth in the gardens, record our stories in a journal, and learn about tools. We will experiment with seeds and roots, build with sticks, stems, rocks and blocks, and exercise our imagination. We always end with gratitude for forest friends and a cup of warm tea. Dress for the […]
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Thursday Starts with Tea: Playtime for Littles at Lasdon
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesIf you like to play outdoors in winter, let’s gather together to build with sticks and stems. We will learn about habitat, winter shelters and everything the season offers. For ages 18 to 42 months, with a caregiver. $5. Get details and register register and pay
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Farm-to-Fable
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLittle ones, ages 3-6, will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online where you can pay what you want! Registration is required. register now
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Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesUrban naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a to examine over twenty plants and trees in the Arboretum that have medicinal qualities and are used to treat physical and mental conditions. All of these plats can be grown in your own backyard and are available at local nurseries. He will also briefly discuss some of the […]
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Dangerous and Toxic Outdoor and Indoor Plants
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThis tour will examine some of the dangerous/toxic plants that are found in your backyard and surrounding area. Parts of these plants including leaves seeds and berries if ingested can cause individuals to become violently ill. Besides these outdoor plants, several common house plants sold at garden centers and nurseries have leaves and berries that […]
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Pyrography: Beginner’s Techniques
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryLearn the basics and take home your own wood burning art piece in this introductory pyrography class. No experience is necessary for this workshop. Available for adults and children ages 10+; $15 /person; registration required. register now
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Guided Bird Walk with Saw Mill River Audubon
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesJoin the Saw Mill River Audubon for a free guided bird walk at Croton Point Park. Multiple dates available. Registration required. register now
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The Sacred Rice Archaeological Project
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryZoe Crossland, Associate professor of Archaeology at Columbia University, will discuss research on the ethnobotany of Madagascar’s Central Highlands.
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Lasdon History and Highlights
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryUrban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of the Lasdon Public Gardens. Stops will include examining the William and Mildred Lasdon Memorial Garden, the magnolia trees, lilacs, conifers and azalea garden in addition to learning about the history of the Lasdon Main House. Registration required. […]
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National Trails Day Family Friendly Stewardship Hike
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us on National Trails Day to explore a trail at Lasdon with the eyes of a steward. We will introduce tools, and plants that need management and planting, and invite participants to help leave the trails better than we found them. Bring a picnic to enjoy afterwards. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
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Farm-Fresh Iced Coffee Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryDon on your aprons because in this workshop, you will become your own barista! Learn how to select your beans, brew your coffee, and make your own farm-fresh, flavoured syrups in this hands-on class. Pre-registration is required; limited number of tickets. get tickets
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Curators Tour of the Westchester County Veterans Museum
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryJoin Curator Mark Tolf on a special guided tour the exhibition Evolution: 250 Years of Military Gear. He will share historic insight and interesting facts about the exhibition. Space is limited, registration required. Free register now
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Pollinator Literacy Trail
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesPick up your booklet in the Welcome Center and connect to the life of pollinators at Lasdon. Enjoy a special self-guided garden tour and scavenger hunt and taste a cool floral drink. The first day of summer is a special chance to celebrate all that is blooming for National Pollinator Week. All ages.
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Pride on the Farm: Eat the Rainbow Brunch
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistorySee some of our most colorful crops of the rainbow as we cook something up to share. Learn about the farm as you meet new people and enjoy a morning on our fields to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. REGISTER NOW
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Kitchen Knacks: Playing Dress Up! Exploring Salad Dressings & Components
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryThis month’s Kitchen Knacks will explore how to dress up a salad, from texture and flavor to making homemade dressings. Leave with a few ideas and recipes to take home! Pre-registration required. REGISTER NOW
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All programs are subject to change without notice.
