Monday, May 6
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Morning Bird Walk, 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Come to the farm for an early-morning bird walk with Anne Swaim of Saw Mill River Audubon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. The walk leaves from the parking lot.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Park and Read, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Discover the joy of reading in picturesque Westchester County Parks with our captivating spring read-aloud program. Join us each week as we bring stories to life, creating an enriching experience for children ages 3 to 6. In the Activity Building. Also: May 13, 20; June 3.
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Tuesday, May 7
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Gardening Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - noon
Enhance your gardening skills and plant knowledge by working side by side with the gardeners at Lasdon Park. Every Tuesday through Nov. 26, 2024.
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Thursday, May 9
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Patterns In Nature Exhibition, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Explore the mesmerizing tapestry of patterns that can be found everywhere in this interactive exhibit and flower show. Thursdays through Sundays until Aug. 31.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Stand, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The stand is open Thursdays through Sundays. Shopping at our farm stand helps you discover the seasonal availability of produce in our region. We offer a 50 percent discount on eligible items for customers paying with SNAP benefits.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Park and Read, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Discover our captivating spring read-aloud program. Join us each week as we bring stories to life, creating an enriching experience for children ages 3 to 6. In the Main House living room. Also: May 16, 23.
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Friday, May 10
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Saturday, May 11
Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
Glacial Geology Hike, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hike the Croton Point shore with the county naturalist to learn about the forces that created the Lower Hudson Valley landscape. Meet at Pavilion 1. Ages 6 and up, moderate difficulty, wear sturdy shoes.
Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Naturalist Hike, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join Preserve staff for a 2-mile hike to see what’s happening out on the trails! Hiking shoes are recommended.
Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale: (914) 946-8133
NAMIWalks Westchester, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Please join us in the largest community awareness event for mental health in the region for a Day of Hope. This special day supports mental health and physical health. Without one, one can’t have the other. Register as a team captain, a team member or an individual, and/or make a donation or sponsor this fun event!
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Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Morning Bird Migrations, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Let’s observe warblers and other feathered friends on the move northward. Please bring binoculars. Also: May 18.
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Take Out the Trash!, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Keep our salt marsh beautiful by collecting trash left by the tides. It’s a superb way to have fun, get some exercise and give back to the earth.
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Lasdon Green Squad, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Every Saturday through November.
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Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Forest Storytime, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Enjoy some children’s stories amongst the trees. The program will meet at the nature center, with a short walk to our reading spot.
Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Migratory Bird Watch, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
It’s World Migratory Bird Day! Join us to learn about the wonders of migration, the birds who travel vast distances every year and the successes of the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act. We’ll start inside and then take a short walk around the Preserve. For all ages.
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Rockin’ Reptiles!, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
In this live-animal program, see snakes, turtles, lizards and more up close! Watch them move, feel their texture and learn all about their scales!
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Flowers and Foliage Arts and Crafts, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Learn about the Reservation’s many flowers through creative crafts at Trailside.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Plant ID Class: Woodland Wildflower Walk, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Our native plant curator guides a walk through our property.
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Sunday, May 12
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Our market, which supports farmers and sustainable efforts in our area, features more than 25 local vendors every Sunday until Nov. 17.
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Mother’s Day Tour, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join one of our gardeners for a stroll to admire our flowering plants. Rain or shine.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Gardening Sundays, 10 a.m. - noon
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The Bronx River Parkway
Bicycle Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
A portion of the Parkway is closed to cars for the exclusive use of bicyclists, joggers, walkers and strollers. The course runs from the Westchester County Center in White Plains, south to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers, a loop of 13.1 miles. Many points of entry and exit are along the way. Motor-powered vehicles are prohibited. Also: May 19; June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28, (8 a.m. - noon); Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Sheep Shearing Festival, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Our annual event will feature sheep shearing, activities, vendors and more. Rain or shine. Free.
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Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Mother Nature Hike, 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Let’s hike around the lake to admire Mother Nature in all of her splendor. Hiking shoes are recommended.