MAH JONGG & MORE

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

Join a dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.

CHILDREN’S FLAG FOOTBALL (Ages 3-5)

Rockefeller Park New York, NY, United States

Kickstart your afternoon with flag football! Practice the basics of passing, receiving, 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.

Event Series CHILDREN’S GARDENING CLUB

CHILDREN’S GARDENING CLUB

Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United States

Discover the fun and rewards of tending a garden. Plant annuals and native perennials, and take part in watering, weeding, composting, and other green gardening practices. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

Event Series DROP-IN CHESS

DROP-IN CHESS

Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United States

Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

CHILDREN’S FLAG FOOTBALL (Ages 6-10)

Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United States

Kickstart your afternoon with flag football! Practice the basics of passing, receiving, 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.

KINDIE ROCK: SONIA DE LOS SANTOS

Rockefeller Park House River Terrace & Murray Street, New York, NY

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

Event Series FIGURE AL FRESCO

FIGURE AL FRESCO

Rector Park East Rector Place, New York, NY, United States

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.

Event Series DOWNTOWN BEATS CHORUS

DOWNTOWN BEATS CHORUS

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

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. 

Event Series ELEMENTS OF NATURE DRAWING

ELEMENTS OF NATURE DRAWING

Rector Park East Rector Place, New York, NY, United States

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.