Visit the Nature Center

Programs and Events

Weekend and Adult Programming

Our weekend programming is wide-ranging, with a general focus on the natural world and sustainability. Most weekend programs are family-friendly and geared towards all ages.

Adult programs, offered in partnership with the Lower Hudson Chapter of the Sierra Club and other community groups, are usually offered during evening hours.

Events

From our Maple Sugaring Party in March to our Fall Festival in October, our special events draw visitors from throughout Westchester County and the New York metropolitan area. Come celebrate the seasonal changes with us.

Calendar of Weekend Events

To view or download the 2010 January-March calendar of events go here.

February

Saturday, February 13, 10:30 AM – WINTER WONDERLAND PUPPET SHOW
Puppeteer Jill Liflander brings her creative talents to the Nature Center, leading adults and children alike into the world of imagination. Her playful, engaging puppets will have you laughing with delight! Recommended for ages 2-7. Members-$2, Non-members-$6.

Sunday, February 21, 2 PM – LET’S CELEBRATE SNOW
Catching snowflakes on your tongue, making snow angels, building snowmen, these pleasures are timeless. We invite you to join us at the Nature Center to participate in all of these activities as we celebrate snow! If Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate with a blanket of fresh snow, Naturalist Educator Jennifer Sloan will still lead you on an exploration into the world of snowflakes, and you’ll have a chance to make a one-of-a-kind snowflake that you can take home. Pre-registration requested. Members-$2, Non-members-$6 per person.

March

Saturday, March 6, 2–4 PM – CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS FROM NATURE
A creative writing workshop led by Karen Rippstein, a creative writing teacher who has conducted popular writing programs at Rockefeller State Park Preserve and Westchester Community College. Let the surroundings of the Nature Center be your inspiration to paint words into a poetic rhythm of lyrical language. Recommended for ages 15 and up. Group size is limited to 12, so pre-registration is required. Members-$10, Non-members-$15.

Sunday, March 7, 11:30 AM - MEMBERS PANCAKE BRUNCH AND ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Pre-paid reservations by February 25. Under 5 years-$3; all others-$6. Meeting to elect board members and officers at 12:15 PM.

Sunday, March 14, 1-4 PM - MAPLE SUGARING PARTY
Family fun to celebrate the end of winter and the peak of the maple sugaring season, when the warming daytime temperatures encourage the sap to flow. Featured events include depictions of Native American and Colonial style sugaring sites, candy and ice cream making, and live music. For discounted rate, register and pre-pay by Thursday, March 11. Early registration rates: Members-$4, Non-members-$8. Day of event rates: Members-$6, Non-members $10 per person.

Sunday, March 21, 2 PM – ODD CREATURES OF THE DEEP
Slippery, Slimy, Scaly Animals of the Hudson River—Travel to the bottom of the Hudson River and back with Brittany Burgio, GNC’s Living Collections Assistant. Brittany, who previously worked for the Hudson River Research Reserve, which studies the health of the Hudson River, will show off some interesting live animals found right next door in the Hudson - slippery eels, clawing crabs, fantastic fish - as well as mystery creatures that might be found in your own backyard. Come see, and touch, these amazing critters. Members-$2, Non-members-$6 per person.