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The Garden Conservancy
Open Days Program
Rain or shine. All gardens: $5/person
July 31 - 3 Gardens in Tompkins County 10-4
Ridenour Garden: large lotus pond behind gardens of annuals and perennials, copper and cement sculptures, Lotus Studios of photography. Lipari Garden surrounds 1840s farm house with borders, vegetable garden, orchard, thyme lawns. Bassuk/Trowbridge Gardens: 5 acres including vegetable gardens, espaliered fruit gardens, perennials, pond, container gardens, ruins, managed semi-natural area.
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
August 15 - Deadline for NYBG’s School of Professional Horticulture
Visit nybg.org/edu/soph to print out, complete, and return the online application form: http://www.nybg.org/files/ApplicationFormProfessionalHorticulture.pdf
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.
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
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.
Breakfast * Flea Market 8-Noon
August 15: Blueberry Pancakes & French Toast. October 17: Apple Pancakes & French Toast
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 7: Badge of Military Merit Day
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.
July 31 - 3-D Bookmaking – Lotus Book 11-Noon
Learn basics of bookbinding and make Lotus book to take home. For adults and kids with parent or guardian.
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
Fort Montgomery
690 Route 9W, 1/4 mile north of Bear Mountain Traffic Circle
Info: (845) 446-2134
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 1 & 15 - West Porch Beech Tree Concerts 3
Free with regular admission. August 1: McCarron, Muller & Schatz – Guitarist Mark McCarron, cellist Suzanne Mueller, percussionist Stefan Schatz in eclectic program featuring classical through fiddling and jazz. August 15: Cross Island – Cellist Suzanne Mueller, pianist Elinor Abrams Zayas in varied program including classical music, rags, tangos.
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
Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Park
Battery Park City, Lower Manhattan
(access: Battery Place)
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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