Monday, December 2, 2024

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - Wrap Up the Year in Van Cortlandt Park


DIY Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday, December 14 - meet at 11am
After a short hike in the park to pull and collect invasive bittersweet, learn how to mold the twisted vine into a wreath, ready to decorate with a mix of festive natural and artificial materials. This DIY workshop is perfect for environmental enthusiasts, craft-lovers, and anyone who wants to spread festive cheer!

Tickets Required

Southern end of Van Cortlandt Golf House

 

How the Earth Answers: Poems about Bronx Slavery
Tuesday, December 17 - 6pm to 7:30pm
David Mills will read from a new, yet-to-be-published poetry collection, How the Earth Answers, focused on slavery in the Bronx. The reading will be held on the third floor (accessible via stairs only) of the museum, adjacent to an area identified as the quarters inhabited by the enslaved people who toiled and lived on the plantation.

RSVP Required

Van Cortlandt House Museum

 

Welcoming Winter: A Family Nature Hike
Saturday, December 21 - meet at 10am
Hit the trails while learning about amazing local plants and animals, and how the park changes in the colder weather. After this delightful guided hike, create a nature craft and enjoy winter-themed activities. This program is open to children of ages 3-11 and their parents/caregivers. Free but RSVP requested. 

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VCPA’s Garden & Compost Site

 

Cozy Craft-ernoon: Family Winter Crafts
Monday December 23- 10am to 2:30pm
Create whimsical seasonal crafts, or just color and warm up with some hot chocolate and sweets! This program is open to children of ages 3-11 and their parents/caregivers.

Free but RSVP requested. 

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Community Room 9 on Gale Place in Amalgamated Houses

VOLUNTEER WITH US!

 

WEDNESDAYS

Woodlawn Wednesdays

December 4, 11, 18 - meet at 9am

Meet at Woodlawn Playground

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THURSDAYS

Trail Thursdays

December 5, 12, 19 - meet at 9am

Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site
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FRIDAYS

Forest Fridays
December 6, 13, 20 - meet at 9am

Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site

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Support Our Work in Van Cortlandt Park

 

Make a Donation
The park is really big. Our staff is really small. Only with your help can we grow our capacity, hire more staff, and take on projects to improve Van Cortlandt Park… for YOU!  Please consider a gift to Van Cortlandt Park Alliance today.

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Our Contact Information
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org

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