Tuesday, Feb. 25
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.
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Little Explorers, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
If you’re looking for something to do with your child who is 3, 4 or 5, bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animals and nature activities. $11.98 per child and caregiver. Also: March 4, 11, 18, 25.
Registration required
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
Westchester Knicks, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Knicks challenge the Long Island Nets.
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Friday, Feb. 28
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.
Saturday, March 1
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Birding for Beginners, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
For anyone interested in birdwatching, this is a great way to learn some basics. Bring binoculars. Led by Chris Mignone of Central Westchester Audubon.
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.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Native Plant Seed Propagation, 10 a.m. - noon
Ages 12 and older will learn how to stratify and sow native seeds in this hands-on workshop! $28.52 per person.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Stand Open, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Buy our harvested crops as well as freshly grown greens from our greenhouse. Also: April 1.
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Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Community Science Series: Beech Leaf Disease, 10:30 a.m. - noon
Learn the impacts of beech leaf disease, how to identify beech trees and methods used to minimize its impacts on the preserve. Hiking shoes are recommended for this moderate hike.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Animal Meet & Greet, 11 a.m. - noon
Ages 8 and older can see our animals up close! Join one of our educators to learn more about our cows and goats, how we care for them and their purpose on the farm. $17.85.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Old Time Music Jam, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This is a monthly gathering of local acoustic musicians who play traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Come to play or just listen, and enjoy the community music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome.
Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Sugarhouse Chat, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
How does sap become syrup? Folks of all ages can 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!
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7263
Open Art Studio, 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stop by between 1 and 3 to create works with repurposed materials. For ages 3 and up.
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Sunday, March 2
Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
Croton Point’s History and Natural History, 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join village historian Marc Cheshire and Croton Point Park naturalist John Phillips to learn about the history and environment of the Park. Meet at the entrance to the RV Park. Free; for ages 6 and up; wear sturdy shoes; winter hiking conditions. Also: March 16.
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Bird Feeder Watch, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Stop by the environmental learning center for a morning of bird watching at our feeders. Bring binoculars to get the best views.
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
The Water Cycle, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Water, water, everywhere—even where you might not think! Learn about how water moves through the atmosphere, land and oceans in one big cycle, and how it shapes everything from ecosystems to human society. Oriented toward kids in grades 3 through 8, but all ages are welcome.
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Maple Munchies, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Syrup isn’t just for pancakes! Learn about all the ways to use maple syrup in the kitchen while cooking up a maple-themed culinary treat! $22.50 per person, for adults and kids ages 6 and older. Also: March 8.
Pre-registration required
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7263
Sip, Nibble and Learn: The History of Lasdon as a Westchester County Park, 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Ages 21 and older can sip, nibble and learn how Lasdon became a Westchester County Park 40 years ago, and how it has grown and developed since then. $10 per person.
Pre-registration required