CHILDREN’S FLAG FOOTBALL (Ages 6-10)

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: KEY WILDE

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!

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.

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. 

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.

WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP

WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP

Teardrop Park

Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up.

SUNSET YOGA

SUNSET YOGA

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

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.

PICK UP PICKLEBALL

PICK UP PICKLEBALL

Esplanade Plaza South End Ave. & Liberty Street, New York, NY, United States

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.

MAH JONGG LESSONS

MAH JONGG LESSONS

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

Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own card. Registration required. For information and registration please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov. 

PRESCHOOL ART

PRESCHOOL ART

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

Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Dress for a mess!