KINDIE ROCK: LOU GALLO

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. 

BPCA Compost Tour

BPC Authority, 75 Battery Place 75 Battery Place, New York, NY, United States

Come learn more about BPCA's long-standing community composting program. Join us for a compost tour of BPCA's indoor composter, guided by our Compost Coordinator. Get a behind-the scenes-look at how we process the hundreds of pounds of food waste we receive everyday, that's then turned into compost that goes back out into our gardens to support soil health. Registration required click into the event to sign up.

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.

CLIMATE WEEK: NATURE WALK

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York, United States

Join us at 6 River Terrace and explore Teardrop Park through a naturalist’s lens. Learn about the animals and plants that call the park home, and how climate change impacts all of us, and how we can build a sustainable future together!

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!