Monday, Feb. 17
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Winter Camp, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Children ages 9 through 12 will experience winter on the farm, learning about agriculture and nature while participating in hands-on activities including hiking, cooking, maple sugaring and more! The camp is available per day or as a week-long session: $75 per day or $300 for the week. Also: Feb. 18, 19, 20, 21.
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Tuesday, Feb. 18
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who have grown the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Winter Art, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Let their creativity explode! Ages 5 and older can make winter-inspired art at Lasdon’s studio.
Pre-registration is required
Thursday, Feb. 20
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm-to-Fable, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 through 6 explore the whimsy of the world around them by combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale. This event takes place indoors. Also: Feb. 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27.
Registration required
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
Westchester Knicks, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Knicks vs. the Delaware Blue Coats.
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Friday, Feb. 21
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who have expanded the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
Westchester Knicks, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Knicks take on the Raptor 905.
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Saturday, Feb. 22
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Sugar House Chat, 10 a.m. - noon
Join us in our Sugar House to watch and learn how we boil our sap to make maple syrup. Also: March 1.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Native Plant Seed Dumplings Workshop, 10 a.m. - noon
Join Hilltop’s Native Plant team to make seed dumplings. It’s a great hands-on activity to sow native wildflowers that support our local pollinator and insect populations! All seeds are local-ecotype and grown here on the farm. $5.
Preregistration is required
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Predators and Prey, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Learn all about the differences between predators and prey, from their behaviors to their body structures, from Trailside’s impressive collection of taxidermy and bones. They will be used to illustrate how animals adapt to survive in their unique ecosystems. This program is oriented to those in grades 3 through 8, but all ages are welcome.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Harvest + Craft: Face Masks, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
In this indoor class, we will focus on crafting skincare face masks using natural and gentle ingredients. Recommended for ages 10 and older. $17.85 per person. Supplies are included in the program fee.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Animal Interactions, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Ages 8 and up can enter one of our enclosures to see, touch and learn about an animal of the farmer’s choice. $27.77 for two (one adult and one child, as adult supervision is required; or two adults). Meet at the reception center and wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear. Also: March 22.
Pre-registration required
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Invasives “R” Us, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Learn how to identify and remove these problematic plants. All tools and hand gloves will be provided; great for service credit hours.
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
History of Marshlands Hike, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Take a walk with us to learn about the Conservancy’s fascinating history. Led by Clare Francis, president of the Friends of Marshlands.
Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Invasive Species Awareness Walk, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kick off North American Invasive Species Awareness Week with a hike around the preserve to learn about and discuss native and invasive species. Moderate hike; hiking shoes recommended.
Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Sugarhouse Chat, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
How does sap become syrup? Stop by during those three hours to see our Sugar Shack in action! We will be inside using the evaporator to boil down gallons of Lenoir’s very own maple sap until we have sweet maple syrup! All ages. Also: March 1.
Sunday, Feb. 23
Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Community Science Series: FeederWatch, 10:30 a.m. - noon
From the comfort of the Nature Center, join staff in practicing techniques for studying bird populations, how to identify common bird species and how to bring birds into your yard.
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Spinning Bananas and Weaving Tails, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Ages 5 and up will spin banana and other plant fibers such as corn and mint to make yarn that they will use to weave a mini wall hanging. $5 per child.
Pre-registration required
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Guided Farm Tours, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a guide who will take you on a free tour around the farm to visit and learn about our animals and some of our historic buildings. Also: March 23.
Pre-registration required
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Green in Winter, 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Observe different species of evergreen vegetation, from trees to shrubs and others.