The State of New York Calendar

The Garden Conservancy
Open Days Program
Rain or shine. All gardens: $5/person
The Garden Conservancy
11 Old Post Road
Cold Spring
www.gardenconservancy.org
Information: The Garden Conservancy: 845-265-2029

The New York Botanical Garden Events
Now thru October 17 - The Edible Garden
Exhibition about growing and preparing good food celebrates locally grown seasonal food through demos from food and gardening experts every day. Vegetable gardens including gardens devoted to favorite edible plants of popular chefs. Four spectacular kitchen gardens. Festival weekends: September 25 and 26 - Fiesta de Flores y Comida; October 9,10,11 - Family Harvest Weekend; October 16, 17 - Fall Finale. Much more.
September 4 thru January 9 - Exhibit-Botanicals: Environmental Expressions in Art
The Alisa and Isaac M. Sutton Collection on View in Ross Gallery is largest American collection of contemporary botanical art. International artists include instructors/alumni of NYBG’s Botanical Art & Illustration Certificate program. Expressions of aesthetic forms found in nature and reminder that we are stewards of natural resources for future generations.
The New York Botanical Garden
Bronx River Parkway (Exit 7W) and Fordham Road
New York
718.817.8700 or www.nybg.org

Neversink Valley Area Museum Events
August 27 - Concert:Traditional Songs of New York State 7:30
Musician/educator Dave Ruch gives special concert and historical commentary. Go on musical trip around NY to sample and sing along with traditional folk songs of real New Yorkers from days gone by - canallers, farmers, lumbermen, children, immigrants, Native Americans, lake sailors, more - songs from the people who settled and built NY. $7.
Now thru October - Exhibit: Armed with Needles
How women’s sewing supported our troops during the Civil War. Four sections: women engaged in individual efforts, women who volunteered through local and national organizations like the U.S. Sanitary Commission, women who knit for soldiers, women production workers who produced the millions of shirts, drawers, trousers, coats, and caps that were issued to soldiers during the war. Curator: Independent scholar and Cuddebackville resident Juanita Leisch Jensen has been researching, writing and speaking on Civil War civilians since 1960s. Her books: Who Wore What and Introduction to Civil War Civilians. She was guest curator for two major exhibits on Civil War civilians at National Civil War Museum.
Neversink Valley Area Museum
26 Hoag Road
Cuddebackville
Info: 845-754-8870 www.neversinkmuseum.org

Stonecrop Gardens Events
Every Tuesday thru August - Yoga in the Garden 9:30-11 & 6-7:30
Fee.
Stonecrop Gardens
81 Stonecrop Lane
Cold Spring
845.265.2000, www.stonecrop.org

Friends of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission Events
Bear Mountain Events
Sterling Forest State Park Preserve Events
Registration required. Trails can be steep and rocky, wear sturdy hiking shoes. We hike at pace of slowest hiker. Hunting allowed in portions of park; wear hunter orange or bright colors.Information or to register: 845-351-5907.
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site Events
August 28: Kites Over The Hudson
September 13: Cornelia Tappan Clinton: A First Person Experience (part of Dutch Ramble)
September 19: Tryntje Hasbrouck: First Person Experience (part of Revolutionary War Ramble)
October 15 and 16: A Night At The Headquarters
December 12: Warm up at the Washington's (part of Newburgh Historical House Tours)
December 27 through the 30: Winter Welcome Week
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site Events
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
44 Battlefield Rd., accessed from Park Rd. off Route 9W in Stony Point
845-786-2521 or www.palisadesparksconservancy.org
Minnewaska State Park Preserve Events
Pre-registration required for programs unless noted. Requested for all since they are weather contingent; space limited. Wear appropriate clothing, footwear; bring snacks, water. Adult over 18 must accompany children. Meet at Nature Center unless otherwise noted.
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Route 44/55, 5 miles west of intersection with Route 299
Gardiner
845-255-0752
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site Events
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site
located with National Purple Heart Hall of Honor
Route 300
Vails Gate, (3 miles south of I-87 exit 17 and I-84 exit 7-S)
Information or directions: (845) 561-1765
Bear Mountain State Park Events
Wednesday nights now thru September 8 - Cruise Night 6-9
Sponsored by Rod benders Club of NY. Weather Permitting. $4/vehicle. 50/50 raffle, prizes, music, vendors, food. fun for families.
Bear Mountain State Park
Palisades Parkway Exit 19 or Route 9W
FORT MONTGOMERY STATE HISTORIC SITE Events
August 28 - Music Performed in Late 18th Century America 7-8:30
Music popular during and after American Revolution, performed by staff and friends. Vocal, violin, and harpsichord performance includes music by Arne, Handel, Webbe, Linley the Younger, others. Experience concert similar to entertainments enjoyed by America’s founding fathers. Free.
Fort Montgomery Visitor Center
Fort Montgomery
690 Route 9W, 1/4 mile north of Bear Mountain Traffic Circle
Info: (845) 446-2134
August 28 - Washington's Headquarters Kites Over the Hudson 2-4
First 150 children, 15 and under, get free kites and prizes. Over 15, enjoy the beautiful scenery. Free refreshments! Bring blanket or folding chair to view sky full of color. Tours conducted by costumed historic interpreters, address history of the house, role in Revolutionary War, and historic preservation.
At Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site
Corner of Liberty and Washington Streets
Newburgh’s East End Historic District
Rockland State Park Events
Friends of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission
Administration Building
Bear Mountain
845.786.2701, admin@friendsofpalisades.org or www.friendsofpalisades.org

Old Westbury Gardens Events
Wednesdays in August, September - Tai Chi 10:30am
Tai chi, “moving meditation,” calms the mind, relaxes the body, and strengthens the spirit. Professional Tai chi instructor Linda Cafiero designs classes for all levels. Fee includes admission.
Thursdays, Saturdays in August, September - Yoga 11:15
Professional Kripalu Instructor, Lorili Henry, leads students through dynamic, gentle flow of postures and conscious breathing on South Terrace lawn. Fee includes admission.
August 28 - Long Island Scottish Games
Programs, demonstrations, events include: traditional Celtic dance, kids’ activities including races, tug-of-war, Caber Toss, pony rides, petting zoo, magicians, parades, pipe band performances, antique British Autos, folk and rock concerts, Dog Agility demos, exhibits by dog rescue groups,Dozens of vendors selling Scottish foods, fabrics, glassware, clothing, music, and gifts. And of course - Scottish Game: Caber Toss, Putting the Stone, Tossing the Sheaf are based on competitions dating back hundreds of years involving feats of strength performed by warriors to impress their leaders. Fee.
August 29 - Garden Tours
Some Like It Hot – Gather under shade tree and learn about succulent and desert plants - Noon. Color in Late Summer Garden – 2pm.
September 5 - Poetry in the Garden 2
September 10 - Five@Five 5-8
Enjoy “after-hours” with guided tours, live music, light snacks, drinks.
September 12 - Kidsfest Noon-4
An afternoon filled with fun, educational activities, and music.
September 16 - Afternoon Tea 1-3
Enjoy a gracious afternoon with seasonal guided tour and elegant tea at Orchard Hill. Registration and prepayment required. $35.
September 18 - Shady Storybook Stroll – The Lorax Noon
Fun lesson on environmental preservation including kids’ garden tour and reading of Dr. Seuss classic.
September 19 - Garden Tour 2
Dahlias
Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Road
Old Westbury, NY 11568
516-333-0048, www.oldwestburygardens.org

Wave Hill Events
Wave Hill
675 West 252nd Street
Bronx
718-549-3200, www.wavehill.org

Planting Fields Arboretum Events
Planting Fields Arboretum & State Historic Park
Oyster Bay, Long Island
(516) 922-8676, [url=http://www.plantingfields.org]www.plantingfields.org[/url

Native Plant Center Events
The Native Plant Center
at Westchester Community College
75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla
914-606-7715, wcc.nativeplant@sunywcc.edu or www.nativeplantcenter.org

Battery Park City Parks Conservancy Events
Fridays thru August 27 - Sunset Jam on the Hudson 6:30-8:30
Friday evening drumming circles! Free! Improvise on African, Latin, Caribbean rhythms. Led by master drummers MAGUETTE CAMARA, MARY KNYSH and PAMELA PATRICK. Learn traditional drumming patterns, establish steady heartbeat pulse, contribute your own rhythmic patterns as part of a call and response chanting and drumming. At Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Park.
SEPTEMBER 19 - Family Music Festival: HARMONY ON THE HUDSON 1-6
Performers: Tom Chapin & Friends, Harlem Renaissance Orchestra, Brady Rymer & Little Band That Could, Bash the Trash, Double Dutch Divas – jump rope performance. Lawn games, face painting, street games, art activities. Make your own musical instruments from recycled materials with help of professional artists and musicians. Then join parade and play music with your hand-crafted instruments, join in double-dutch performance. Food and beverages offered for purchase by downtown restaurateurs and small business owners. Free.
SEPTEMBER 20 - Garden Tour 12:30
Guided walk and learn how parks of BPC are maintained, and types of trees and plants that grow in parks. Meet at The Pavilions. Free.
SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 16 - BIRD WATCHING 11
Join birder/naturalist DAVE TAFT, of National Park Service, for walk. Over 80 species of birds inhabit or migrate through BPC’s parks. Many stop in Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Park on fall/winter journey to warmer climates. Visitors this time of year typically include: various Warblers, Black-Capped Chickadees, Nuthatches, Ruby Throated Hummingbird. Binoculars and field guides available on loan. Novice and experienced birders welcome! Free.
Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Park
Battery Park City, Lower Manhatta (access: Battery Place)
September 13, October 18 - Nelson A. Rockefeller Park Garden Tour 12:30
Guided tour. Highlights include lily pond area, with Water Lilies and Canna in bloom and fruit of Lotus on display, magnolia fruit.
SEPTEMBER 26 - PUBLIC ART TOUR: The Real World 2
Contemporary art historian DOROTHEA BASILE leads “walking conversation” of TOM OTTERNESS’ THE REAL WORLD, one of BPC’s 20th century public artworks and one of NY’s most popular. At Tom Otterness’ THE REAL WORLD, Nelson A. Rockefeller Park
Free.
Nelson A. Rockefeller Park (access: Chambers Street)
Battery Park City Parks Conservancy
2 South End Avenue (access: West Thames Street)
212-267-9700, info@bpcparks.org orwww.bpcparks.org

Landis Arboretum
Star Parties
Join Albany Area Amateur Astronomers (AAAA) for star gazing. Variety of telescopes treat you to views of nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, planets, and more. Plus, introductory program in Meeting House followed by short, outdoor tour of prominent constellations. Bring something to sit on, dress for evening weather. Bring extra warm clothing. Programs canceled if sky is cloudy. Register: 518-374-8460 to be notified if canceled or call 518-374-8460 to check. Open to all. Free, although donations always welcome.
Landis Arboretum
Esperance
www.LandisArboretum.org 518-875-6935
518-875-6935 or landisfun@midtel.net

Arnot Forest
Schuyler County Route 13 (1 mile north of NY Route 224 between Cayuta and Van Etten) NY.
Directions and map: www.arnotforest.info

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