Events

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Location: Rector Park East
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. No program 6/19.

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Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 10:30am – 11:15am

Enjoy rocking live music as our dynamic roster of family-friendly performers lead little ones in dynamic movement and spirited sing-a-longs! This performance features Key Wilde. 

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Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Directed by Church Street School of Music, the chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year. 

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Location: Rector Park East
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. No program 6/19.

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Location: Teardrop Park
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up. No program 6/19.

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Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come first serve. No program on 6/19.

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Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm

An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function. Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis. Permits are also available at bpca.ny.gov. No program 7/4.

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Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Age appropriate projects presented by an art teacher. Materials provided. Dress for a mess! No program 7/4.

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Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects. For more information email: 200rector@bpca.ny.gov

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Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Check out what the buzz is all about! Learn the basic rules, strokes, and strategy at this instructor-led clinic followed by open play. Equipment is provided or bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required, please email registration@bpca.ny.gov 

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Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

Let your inner artist shine! Join other school-age children for art by the Park House. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up. No program 7/4.

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Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Nebulous is a traditional string quartet in its instrumentation, but with a sound far from ordinary. They embody the music they play, often creating arrangements and compositions from an improvisational and nebulous perspective.

Free to attend, CLICK HERE to let us know you are coming.

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Location: Esplanade Plaza
Time: 8:30am – 9:30am

Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages. No program 5/24, 7/5, 8/20, 10/11.

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Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. No program 5/24, 7/5, 8/30, 10/11.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Singer/songwriter Terre Roche leads this weekly singing program with the beautiful backdrop of the setting sun over the Hudson. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crooner, the singing circle is perfect for mellow melodies and healthy harmonizing. No program on 6/21. 

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Location: South Cove Park
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. No program 5/25, 7/6, 8/31, 10/12.

Location: The Skyscraper Museum
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

Please check skyscraper.org/family_programs to register and for more information.

MAY11, Timber Skyscrapers: A Springtime Celebration

MAY25, Next Stop, NYC! A read-aloud of Subway

JUN08, Hard Hat Area: Introduction to Construction

JUN22, Larry Gets Lost in NYC: The importance of Walkable Cities

FRIDAY, JUN28, Are Skyscapers Huge Divas? A Pride Celebration

JUL13, Andrea Beaty’s Iggy Peck, Architect

JUL27, Architecture for Animals

AUG10, Summer Skies

AUG24, Trains, Buses, Ferries…Oh My! Heading Back to School in NYC

Location: Belvedere Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm

Join experienced anglers for catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson River. Help observe and identify the fish we catch, enabling us to share valuable data with research groups who monitor the health of our local waters. The day also includes an art project and a nature walk. Plus: don’t miss a live performance from Birds of a Feather. 

10:30AM-1PM: CATCH-AND-RELEASE FISHING
10:30AM: ART PROJECT
11AM: FAMILY SHOW
12:15PM: NATURE WALK

Free to attend, CLICK HERE to let us know you are coming.

Location: Museum of Jewish Heritage
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Explore your roots at this Museum-wide festival. Enjoy music performances, lectures on genealogy and the history of immigration to the United States, workshops on intergenerational storytelling, family activities, and there will be opportunities to talk with genealogists who can help you explore your family history. For more information, please visit: mjhnyc.org 

Made possible through a partnership with the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust and the Battery Park City Authority.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: South Cove Park
Time: 9:00am – 9:45am

What birds live in your backyard? Join us this spring migration season to find out! This series of birdwatching outings is fun for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own. No program 5/27.

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 9:45am – 10:15am

Start your day by balancing your mind, body, and spirit during instructor-guided meditation. This renowned practice lowers blood pressure, reduces stress, and strengthens the immune system. No program 5/27, 9/2, 10/14.

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Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Strengthen the whole body from warm-up to cool-down with various fun exercises. The instructor will lead you in rhythmic movement and aerobics, balance and coordination exercises, and strength training. Come join the group and work out to great music! No program 5/27, 9/2, 10/14.

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Location: Rockefeller Park House
Time: 10:30am – 11:45am

Calling all toddlers! Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development, and playing together is a great way to build a community of young children and caregivers. Plus: stick around for story time! Adults participate throughout the program. No program 5/27, 9/2, 10/14.

Location: 6 River Terrace
Time: 1:00pm – 2:15pm

FREE PROGRAM: REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SPACE IS LIMITED.

Enjoy yoga in a safe, supportive environment while learning postures and exercises specifically suited for new parents and babies — newborns through crawling. No program 5/27.

Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

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Location: Battery Park City Library
Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm

In partnership with the Battery Park City Library, join us for a weekly walk & writing session led by Author and Poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov. No program 5/27. 

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Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:00pm – 3:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with soccer! Practice the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. No program on 5/27.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: 200 Rector Place
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

FOR AGES 2ND-5TH GRADE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SPACE IS LIMITED.

Explore the wondrous ecosystems of Battery Park City through a naturalists’ lens. Young environmental stewards will practice observing wildlife using binoculars, learn catch-and-release fishing skills, and identify native plants in a fun and safe setting. Nature journaling and other fun projects will augment the study. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov No program on 5/27.

Location: Teardrop Park
Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Calling all toddlers! Interactive music-making, storytelling and more. For walking toddlers through preschool-aged children and accompanying adults. Adults participate throughout the program. No program 5/27, 9/2, and 10/14.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Rockefeller Park
Time: 3:45pm – 4:30pm

Kickstart your afternoon with soccer! Practice the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Meet new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. No program on 5/27.

This event will occur as scheduled.

Location: Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. No program 5/24, 7/5, 8/30, 10/11.