Bronx-Events
Wake-Up Walk at Poe Park
Date: September 17, 2019
Get your morning started with our wake-up walk around Poe Park.
For adults.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 9:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Grand Concourse and 192 Street (in Poe Park)
Kids Summer Morning Recreation
Date: September 17, 2019
Kids will engage in fun tabletop games and physical activities. Kids may select their activity from available options. Physical activities will take place outdoors. Tabletop activities may be indoors or outdoors.
For ages 6-12.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition
Date: September 17, 2019
The Poe Park Visitor Center proudly presents a Hispanic Heritage exhibition featuring the work of artists whose art tells of the political and social struggles of Latinos, as well as pride in tradition and the beauty of the Hispanic culture.
Through the mediums of photography, paintings, mixed media, sculpture, words, and film their stories emerge.
The exhibition is open on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Saturday, September 28.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 5:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Textile Arts: Characters and Things
Date: September 17, 2019
Create your own drawn and cut out characters using textile materials such as yarns, felts, and fabrics. (Adults)
July: Make and Embellish Your Character
August: Make Crochet Chain Bracelet
September: Make Easy, Half Double Crochet Pot Holder
Start time: 11:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Gallery Tour
Date: September 17, 2019
Tour Glyndor Gallery with Wave Hill’s Curatorial Assistant or Gallery Greeter to get an insider’s view of the current exhibition. A flower’s life cycle of budding, blooming and pollinating, as well as its process of decay, strongly echoes the human condition. The exhibition Figuring the Floral features artists who apply this symbolism to their work—touching on race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, aging, and other facets of identity.
Participating artists are Derrick Adams, Nicole Awai, Bahar Behbahani, Christian Ruiz Berman, Sanford Biggers, Cecile Chong, Max Colby, Abigail DeVille, Valerie Hegarty, Christopher K. Ho and Kevin Zucker, Diana Lozano, Natalia Nakazawa, Ebony G. Patterson, Bundith Phunsombatlert, Lina Puerta, Simonette Quamina, David Rios Ferreira, Alexandria Smith, Katherine Toukhy, Lina Iris Viktor, William Villalongo and Saya Woolfalk.
Start time: 2:00 pm
End time: 3:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 549-3200
Location: Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill)
Kids and Families Le Petit Art
Date: September 17, 2019
Have fun creating tiny art to take home or give as a gift. Make tiny stuffed felt animals and other things. (All ages)
July: Stuffed Felt Animals
August: Miniature Art
September: Beads and Baubles
Start time: 2:00 pm
End time: 4:30 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Wake-Up Walk at Poe Park
Date: September 18, 2019
Get your morning started with our wake-up walk around Poe Park.
For adults.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 9:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Grand Concourse and 192 Street (in Poe Park)
Kids Summer Morning Recreation
Date: September 18, 2019
Kids will engage in fun tabletop games and physical activities. Kids may select their activity from available options. Physical activities will take place outdoors. Tabletop activities may be indoors or outdoors.
For ages 6-12.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition
Date: September 18, 2019
The Poe Park Visitor Center proudly presents a Hispanic Heritage exhibition featuring the work of artists whose art tells of the political and social struggles of Latinos, as well as pride in tradition and the beauty of the Hispanic culture.
Through the mediums of photography, paintings, mixed media, sculpture, words, and film their stories emerge.
The exhibition is open on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Saturday, September 28.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 5:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Special Express Arts
Date: September 18, 2019
This art program engages special needs adults through art for self-expression. This is a mixed media art class where participants will use multiple mediums to create work they can feel proud of. Groups must schedule in advance to assure accommodations for your visit and participation.
For special needs adults.
Start time: 11:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Garden Highlights Walk
Date: September 18, 2019
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for a public tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Start time: 1:00 pm
End time: 1:45 pm
Contact phone: (718) 549-3200
Location: Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill)
Chair Aerobics for Seniors
Date: September 18, 2019
Seniors participate in light workouts that are modified for their unique needs.
Start time: 1:00 pm
End time: 2:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Kids and Families Recycle to Art
Date: September 18, 2019
We will use recyclable materials to create fun projects with the participants.
July: Cardboard and Floss Dolls
August: Cardboard Circle Weaving
September: Tape Resist Art
Start time: 2:00 pm
End time: 4:30 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Wake-Up Walk at Poe Park
Date: September 19, 2019
Get your morning started with our wake-up walk around Poe Park.
For adults.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 9:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Grand Concourse and 192 Street (in Poe Park)
Kids Summer Morning Recreation
Date: September 19, 2019
Kids will engage in fun tabletop games and physical activities. Kids may select their activity from available options. Physical activities will take place outdoors. Tabletop activities may be indoors or outdoors.
For ages 6-12.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition
Date: September 19, 2019
The Poe Park Visitor Center proudly presents a Hispanic Heritage exhibition featuring the work of artists whose art tells of the political and social struggles of Latinos, as well as pride in tradition and the beauty of the Hispanic culture.
Through the mediums of photography, paintings, mixed media, sculpture, words, and film their stories emerge.
The exhibition is open on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Saturday, September 28.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 5:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Special Express Arts
Date: September 19, 2019
This art program engages special needs adults through art for self-expression. This is a mixed media art class where participants will use multiple mediums to create work they can feel proud of. Groups must schedule in advance to assure accommodations for your visit and participation.
For special needs adults.
Start time: 11:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Garden Highlights Walk
Date: September 19, 2019
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for a public tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Start time: 1:00 pm
End time: 1:45 pm
Contact phone: (718) 549-3200
Location: Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill)
Wake-Up Walk at Poe Park
Date: September 20, 2019
Get your morning started with our wake-up walk around Poe Park.
For adults.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 9:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Grand Concourse and 192 Street (in Poe Park)
Tiny Tots Stories and Art
Date: September 20, 2019
Join us for nursery rhymes, stories and poems, and arts for learning fun.
- July: Nursery Rhymes and Art
- August: Tiny Songs and Art
- September: Tiny Poems and Art
For toddlers.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:00 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Kids Summer Morning Recreation
Date: September 20, 2019
Kids will engage in fun tabletop games and physical activities. Kids may select their activity from available options. Physical activities will take place outdoors. Tabletop activities may be indoors or outdoors.
For ages 6-12.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition
Date: September 20, 2019
The Poe Park Visitor Center proudly presents a Hispanic Heritage exhibition featuring the work of artists whose art tells of the political and social struggles of Latinos, as well as pride in tradition and the beauty of the Hispanic culture.
Through the mediums of photography, paintings, mixed media, sculpture, words, and film their stories emerge.
The exhibition is open on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Saturday, September 28.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 5:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Special Express Arts
Date: September 20, 2019
This art program engages special needs adults through art for self-expression. This is a mixed media art class where participants will use multiple mediums to create work they can feel proud of. Groups must schedule in advance to assure accommodations for your visit and participation.
For special needs adults.
Start time: 11:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Garden Highlights Walk
Date: September 20, 2019
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for a public tour of seasonal garden highlights.
Start time: 1:00 pm
End time: 1:45 pm
Contact phone: (718) 549-3200
Location: Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill)
Special Express Writers Workshop
Date: September 20, 2019
Special needs adults with writing ability will work on writing memoirs, stories, and poems. This is a workshop with a goal to produce writing for public reading.
- July: Childhood Memoir
- August: A Favorite Day
- September: Bronx Memories
Start time: 1:00 pm
End time: 2:30 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Kids and Families Seasonal Arts and Crafts
Date: September 20, 2019
Participants make fun things inspired by the summer season.
- July: Twirling Ribbon Sticks
- August: Nature Diorama Paints on Stones
- September: Skyline Silhouette Art
Start time: 2:00 pm
End time: 4:30 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Movies Under the Stars: Aladdin
Date: September 20, 2019
Join NYC Parks and the New York City's Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment for a free film.
A street rat pursues the princess of Agrabah with the help of a powerful genie who can grant him three wishes. His primary opponent is a melevolent sorcerer who serves as the city's grand vizier and the chief advisor to the Sultan.
Know Before You Go
Grab a blanket or towel and come enjoy a movie in the park. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. You should arrive before 8:00 p.m. to get your spot. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. Reservations are not taken, so space is available on a first come first served basis. All are welcome!
Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.
Start time: 8:00 pm
End time: 10:30 pm
Contact phone: (718) 430-1825
Location: Vidalia Park
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition
Date: September 21, 2019
The Poe Park Visitor Center proudly presents a Hispanic Heritage exhibition featuring the work of artists whose art tells of the political and social struggles of Latinos, as well as pride in tradition and the beauty of the Hispanic culture. Through the mediums of photography, paintings, mixed media, sculpture, words, and film their stories emerge.
The exhibition is open on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Saturday, September 28.
Start time: 8:00 am
End time: 4:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
It's My Park at Henry Hudson Park
Date: September 21, 2019
Join the Stewards of Henry Hudson Park as they start their Saturday mornings rain or shine with fun green projects such as raking leaves, planting, mulching and more to build community.
Group of 10+ must contact group leader and volunteers under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult or present a parental/guardian consent form (available via group leader).
For details contact dp.reynolds@verizon.net and stewardsofhenryhudson.org.
Start time: 8:30 am
End time: 12:30 pm
Contact phone: (347) 203-9164
Location: Henry Hudson Monument (in Henry Hudson Park)
Wake-Up Walk at Poe Park
Date: September 21, 2019
Get your morning started with our wake-up walk around Poe Park.
For adults.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 9:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Grand Concourse and 192 Street (in Poe Park)
Shape Up NYC: Latin Dance Fitness
Date: September 21, 2019
Join Shape Up NYC for a full-body workout at our Latin Dance Fitness classes - functional fitness through dance movements.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:00 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Kids Summer Morning Recreation
Date: September 21, 2019
Kids will engage in fun tabletop games and physical activities. Kids may select their activity from available options. Physical activities will take place outdoors. Tabletop activities may be indoors or outdoors.
For ages 6-12.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 10:30 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Edenwald Green Neighborhood - Seton Falls Park Forest Restoration
Date: September 21, 2019
Join NYC Parks Stewardship's monthly Green Neighborhood event in Seton Falls Park in The Bronx! Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help create a healthier ecosystem.
Come dressed in sturdy boots or shoes, long pants, and clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles.
Please note: Space is limited and registration is required. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 392-5232 x122
Location: Crawford Avenue and Palmer Avenue (in Seton Falls Park)
It's My Park at Fort Independence Playground
Date: September 21, 2019
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Jerome Park Friends and Neighbors with their various volunteer projects along the Jerome Reservoir area.
No previous experience necessary. Volunteers under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult or present a parental/guardian consent form (available via group leader). We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 12:00 pm
Contact phone: 917-841-6032
Location: Fort Independence Park House (in Fort Independence Playground)
International Coastal Cleanup 2019
Date: September 21, 2019
Help the Bronx River Alliance remove waterfront debris to improve the health of the river and the Long Island Sound.
Start time: 9:00 am
End time: 1:00 pm
Contact phone: (718) 430-4665
Location: Lafayette Avenue and Morrison Avenue (in Soundview Park)
Shape Up Zumba with Pascal
Date: September 21, 2019
Join Shape Up NYC for a whole-body fitness workout that focuses on building strength, health/well-being, and balance through dance for adults.
Start time: 10:00 am
End time: 11:00 am
Contact phone: (718) 365-5516
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center (in Poe Park)
Crotona Park 5K New York Unity Race
Date: September 21, 2019
In the spirit of unity, which can start with good sportsmanship, Crotona Park Running Club, Inc., a Bronx running club and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization will host the second annual New York Unity Race. Members of the NYPD and the community will run a 5K race (approximately 3.1 miles) on a predefined course in Crotona Park.
Additionally, Crotona Park 5K will distribute focus-group-tested literature, together with other giveaways to help cultivate a healthy relationship between the NYPD and the community it serves!
Participation in the 5K Run/Walk is $15.00. Kids 12 & Under FREE.
Start time: 10:00 am
End time: 11:30 am
Contact phone: 877-721-4793
Location: Crotona Tennis House (in Crotona Park)
Fitness in the Park
Date: September 21, 2019
Join the Seton Falls Park Preservation Coalition for Saturday morning 'Fitness in the Park' light exercise sessions. Water will be provided to all participants.
Start time: 10:00 am
End time: 12:30 pm
Contact phone: 917-544-8859
Location: Stars and Stripes Playground (in Seton Falls Park)
It's My Park at Brust Park
Date: September 21, 2019
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Stewards of Brust Park to help with horticulture and general clean at the upper section of the park.
No previous experience necessary. Groups of 10+ please contact stewardsofbrustpark@gmail.com.
Check out our facebook page @Stewards Of Brust Park and send us a message if you have any quesitons. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Start time: 10:00 am
End time: 1:00 pm
Contact phone: (347) 482-1700
Location: Upper Brust Park Greystone Avenue Entrance (in Brust Park)