BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riverside Park Conservancy - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://riversideparknyc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Riverside Park Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230107T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230107T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20221202T204729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T204729Z UID:10000142-1673085600-1673100000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:MulchFest DESCRIPTION:Bring your holiday tree to Riverside Park to be recycled into m ulch that will nourish plantings in the Park all year long! Join the New Y ork City Department of Parks & Recreation and the Riverside Park Conservan cy staff to recycle your Christmas trees into wood chips. \nThese wood chi ps are used to nourish trees and plants on streets and gardens citywide. A nd heres the best part ' you can take a bag of Christmas tree mulch home w ith you! \n \nHERES HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED \n \n1. Volunteer (on Janua ry 7) \nVolunteers are needed to de-Christmas the trees left for recycling . We will be removing ornaments\, lights\, and getting the trees ready to chip. Then\, well spread Christmas tree mulch around street trees along Ri verside Drive. \nPlease register on Eventbrite to volunteer and review our health and safety protocol below. \n2. Treecycle (from December 26 ' Janu ary 31) \nRecycle your Christmas tree in Riverside Park. Drop your tree at any park entrance and we will bring it to our chipping site to be Treecyc led. The chips from your tree will be used as mulch throughout the park. Y ou can even take home a bag of mulch to provide warm winter protection for the street tree in front of your apartment. No need to register ' just co me on by! \nMore than 25\,000 trees were recycled last year city-wide. Hel p us top this number! \n**Note: Please remember to remove all lights and o rnaments before bringing the tree to a MulchFest site. For more info on ci tywide tree drop-off and chipping sites\, please visit https://www.nycgovp arks.org/highlights/festivals/mulchfest. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/mulchfest-23/ LOCATION:River Run Playground\, River Run Playground CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/mulchfest-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230217T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230208T012234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T012234Z UID:10000144-1676647800-1676653200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing DESCRIPTION:Forest Therapy or Forest Bathing comes from the traditions of S hinrin Yoku and other European and indigenous cultures. We invite you to j oin us in reconnecting with nature by participating in a guided Forest Bat hing experience. Allow yourself to connect with the park in a way you neve r have before. The program includes a short\, no more than a half-mile wal k at a slow pace. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring water\, snacks\, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the grou nd. Participants will meet in front of River Run Playground at 83rd St. at 3:20 PM. The guide will be wearing a purple and white backpack and will b e stationed outside the River Run Playground. The walk will begin promptly at 3:30pm. Know Before You Go For everyones safety\, we are asking all pa rticipants to observe the following guidelines: \n\nAll individuals should maintain social distancing of six feet during programming\, regardless of vaccination status\nWash your hands before attending a program\nStay home if you are sick\n\nAdditionally\, we encourage participants to bring thei r own hand sanitizer and water bottles to our programs. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/forest-bathing-2-17/ LOCATION:River Run Playground\, River Run Playground CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3814.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230325T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230318T003423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230318T003423Z UID:10000145-1679736600-1679745600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Community Volunteer Day: Spring Clean-up DESCRIPTION:With Spring just around the corner ' we need your help to clean up the park and get it ready for the upcoming season! We will be meeting near the base of the stairs at the entrance to Riverside Park at 151st Str eet ' keep an eye out for our large yellow RPC tent! \nSIGN UP HERE \nJoin Riverside Park Conservancy in kicking off the season by cleaning up our g arden beds\, weeding out invasive species and\, leaf removal from high-tra ffic areas. \nAll organic matter will be added to our compost pile and tur ned into valuable mulch for use throughout the park. \n \nWhat to wear/br ing: \n Your own (filled!) water bottle \n Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes \n Lo ng pants \n Comfortable clothing that can get dirty \nKeep all personal it ems with you at all times\, as we will not have a secure area for bags. \n \nFor the safety of our staff and volunteers\, if on the day of the proj ect you are sick or not feeling well\, STAY HOME! It is not worth the risk to you or to others. \nFamilies and volunteers of all ages are welcome. F or more info\, email volunteerevents@riversideparknyc.org. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/community-volunteer-day-spring-clean -up/ LOCATION:Denny Farrell Greenway Bridge\, Denny Farrell Greenway Bridge\, NY CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/Untitled-design-3-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T181415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T181415Z UID:10000152-1681320600-1681326000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing DESCRIPTION:Forest Therapy or Forest Bathing comes from the traditions of S hinrin Yoku and other European and indigenous cultures. We invite you to j oin us in reconnecting with nature by participating in a guided Forest Bat hing experience. Allow yourself to connect with the park in a way you neve r have before. The program includes a short\, no more than a half-mile wal k at a slow pace. \nParticipants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothi ng and bring water\, snacks\, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the gr ound. \nParticipants will meet in front of River Run Playground at 83rd St . at 5:20 PM. The guide will be wearing a purple and white backpack and wi ll be stationed outside the River Run Playground. The walk will begin prom ptly at 5:30 pm. \nKnow Before You Go \nFor everyones safety\, we are aski ng all participants to observe the following guidelines: \n\nStay home if you are sick\nWe encourage participants to bring their own hand sanitizer\ nWater bottles to our programs. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/forest-bathing-4-12/ LOCATION:River Run Playground\, River Run Playground CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/20230118_153418-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T113000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230331T214432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T214432Z UID:10000148-1682157600-1682163000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:The Intersectionality of Land and People DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Earth Day in Riverside Park! Dr. Robin Lovell\, Ph.D. will be leading an interactive lecture exploring the ways that gende r and identity intersect with food justice. \nThis casual event enthusiast ically encourages participation and discussion amongst attendees ' come wi th questions! Light snacks and refreshments are provided. \nRobin Lovell\, Ph.D. is a Professor of Geography in the Sociology Department at Manhatta n College. His US-based research explores sustainable agriculture in the H udson River Valley of New York. His research outside the US examines gende r in agroecosystems of the Vietnamese Mekong River Delta. Dr. Lovell also has remote sensing and geography projects in the US and abroad\, and a new project exploring how gender\, climate change\, and armed conflict intera ct. He is a dedicated teacher and researcher in the food system and looks forward to sharing how we can all get involved in making NYC a more susta inable place.\nWebsite: https://robinjlovell.com/ Linked-In: Robin Lovell Twitter: @DrRobinJLovell Instagram: @dr.robin.lovell URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/the-intersectionality-of-land-and-pe ople/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/soil-types.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230410T222400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T222400Z UID:10000219-1682172000-1682177400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Heaven on the Hudson: An Afternoon with Author Stephanie Azzarone DESCRIPTION:Join the Riverside Park Conservancy for a live presentation on the history of Riverside Park and the people who made it special\, by Step hanie Azzarone\, author of the new book Heaven on the Hudson: Mansions\, M onuments\, and Marvels of Riverside Park. The event will also include a re ading from the book\, author Q&A\, and book signing (books will not be sol d at the event\, however\, we welcome those of you with your own copies to bring them for signing). \nHeaven on the Hudson: Mansions\, Monuments\, a nd Marvels of Riverside Park\, is a colorful tale of a singular New York C ity neighborhood and the people who make it special. Told in the personal voice of a long-time resident\, the book features the history\, architectu re\, and personalities of this often overlooked neighborhood\, from early days through the present. A native New Yorker who has lived across from Ri verside Park most of her life\, author Stephanie Azzarone has spent many j oyous hours learning about the citys history and architecture\, and even m ore wandering up and down Riverside Park and Riverside Drive. A former jou rnalist (freelancer for The New York Times and New York magazine\, among o thers)\, she also ran an award-winning Manhattan public relations agency. A graduate of New York University\, Stephanie has a degree in Journalism. \nRegistration required. Visit soh.eventbrite.com. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/heaven-on-the-hudson-an-afternoon-wi th-author-stephanie-azzarone/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230423T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230423T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230406T235709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T235709Z UID:10000190-1682258400-1682263800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Spring 2023 Overlook Concerts DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: THE APRIL 30th OVERLOOK CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE T O INCLEMENT WEATHER \nRiverside Park Conservancy and our generous support ers present our Spring 2023 Overlook Concert series\, featuring talent fro m French Cookin Blues Band\, The Columbia Unviersity Bluegrass Ensemble\, and The Manhattan School of Music Community Partnerships. \nApril 23: Fren ch Cookin Blues\, leader Dave French\nApril 30: Columbia University Bluegr ass Ensemble\, leader James Limerick Kerr\nMay 7: Manhattan School of Musi c Brass Ensemble\, leader Sterling Davis \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/spring-2023-overlook-concerts/2023-0 4-23/ LOCATION:116th Street Overlook\, 116th Street Overlook\, NY CATEGORIES:Special Events,Music & Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/20220501_151322-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230430T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230430T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230430T052919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T052919Z UID:10000221-1682863200-1682868600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: 4/30 Spring 2023 Overlook Concert DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: THE APRIL 30th OVERLOOK CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE T O INCLEMENT WEATHER \nRiverside Park Conservancy and our generous support ers present our Spring 2023 Overlook Concert series\, featuring talent fro m French Cookin Blues Band\, The Columbia Unviersity Bluegrass Ensemble\, and The Manhattan School of Music Community Partnerships. \nApril 23: Fren ch Cookin Blues\, leader Dave French\nApril 30: Columbia University Bluegr ass Ensemble\, leader James Limerick Kerr\nMay 7: Manhattan School of Musi c Brass Ensemble\, leader Sterling Davis \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/spring-2023-overlook-concerts-2/ LOCATION:116th Street Overlook\, 116th Street Overlook\, NY CATEGORIES:Special Events,Music & Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/20220501_151322-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T222239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T222239Z UID:10000154-1683052200-1683055800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Moving for Life DESCRIPTION:Moving for Life is a gentle workout that begins with breathing exercises\, then moves into active aerobic dancing that strengthens body a wareness. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. S eating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-ser ved basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event wil l be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours befor e the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/moving-for-life-2/2023-05-02/ LOCATION:Pier at W 125th & Marginal Streets\, Pier at W 125th & Marginal St reets CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Music & Dance,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/20220525_185209-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T111500 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230406T234922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T234922Z UID:10000189-1683196200-1683198900@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Locomotive Lawn Live DESCRIPTION:Moosiki Kids Musical Storytime fosters a love of reading at a y oung age with musical stories\, interactive musical storyboard\, and dance able original Moosiki music on our comfy turf lawn right by the big locomo tive! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seati ng is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before th e event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/locomotive-lawn-live/2023-05-04/ LOCATION:Locomotive Lawn\, Locomotive Lawn CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/summer-on-the-hudson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230505T172051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T172051Z UID:10000222-1683367200-1683378000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:12th Annual Riverkeeeper Sweep DESCRIPTION:Every year RPC partners with Riverkeeper to host the annual swe ep\, volunteers will assist with remove litter from the Park and Hudson Ri ver Shoreline. We hope to encourage the public to help keep our parks clea n and connect with your fellow New Yorkers! \nThis year we are hosting 3 l ocations and below links wil be provided to sign up. \n100th Cherry Walk \ nRegistration link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/yCWfNg?parent_id= 793578&team_id=118556&team_page=true&vid=y36rh \nWest Harlem Piers \nRegis tration link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/bcgmSg?parent_id=793578 &team_id=118556&team_page=true&vid=y8uet \n10 Mile playground \nRegistrati on link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/6Ij9xg?parent_id=793578&team _id=118556&team_page=true&vid=y3cbm \nWhat to wear/bring:\n Your own (fill ed!) water bottle\n Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\n Long pants\n Comfortable c lothing that can get dirty \nKeep all personal items with you at all times \, as we will not have a secure area for bags. \nFor the safety of our sta ff and volunteers\, if on the day of the project you are sick or not feeli ng well\, STAY HOME! It is not worth the risk to you or to others.\nFamili es and volunteers of all ages are welcome. For more info\, email volunteer events@riversideparknyc.org. \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/12th-annual-riverkeeeper-sweep/ CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/image10.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230406T235837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T235837Z UID:10000191-1683370800-1683370800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness DESCRIPTION:Join Shape Up NYCs fun dance fitness classes! Colorful outfits are encouraged! \nShape Up NYC offers free fitness classes to help New Yor kers get and stay fit. No class May 27 & September 2. \nSummer on the Huds on events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved \, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy r ain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather upd ates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/shape-up-nyc-dance-fitness/2023-05-0 6/ LOCATION:Pier at W 125th & Marginal Streets\, Pier at W 125th & Marginal St reets CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b14cd2887.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230407T214500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T214500Z UID:10000204-1683378000-1683383400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Face the Music DESCRIPTION:Students from the Kaufman Music Centers dynamic youth music pro gram collaborate with members of the Metropolis Ensemble to present origin al and participatory works. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and ope n to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a firs t-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the eve nt\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks /soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/face-the-music/ LOCATION:W 125th & Marginal Streets\, W 125th & Marginal Streets CATEGORIES:Music & Dance,Summer on the Hudson ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T230000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T225437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T225437Z UID:10000157-1683403200-1683414000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Star Gazing DESCRIPTION:A summer evening in Manhattan is made complete with a great sky line and the stars\, planets\, and moon in full view. Peer heavenward to s ee celestial wonders with the help of the Amateur Astronomers Association. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis . If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canc eled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the eve nt. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/star-gazing-3/2023-05-06/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Untitled-design-8.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230507T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230507T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T222818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T222818Z UID:10000155-1683446400-1683453600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi DESCRIPTION:Join Silvana Pizzuti to learn and practice Tai Chi\, a slow mov ing martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels. \nSummer on t he Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unr eserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weat her updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/tai-chi-2/2023-05-07/ LOCATION:Soldiers and Sailors Monument\, Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/20220515_090859-1-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230407T000139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T000139Z UID:10000192-1683655200-1683660600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Movement Meditation DESCRIPTION:Movement mediation observes and releases emotions through guide d mediation\, reflective writing\, and gentle movement. Registration requi red\, visit soh.eventbrite.com. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/p arks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/movement-meditation/2023-05-09/ LOCATION:W 145th Street Lawn\, New York CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T173000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T232130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T232130Z UID:10000161-1683820800-1683826200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us in reconnecting with nature by partici pating in a guided Forest Bathing experience. Allow yourself to connect wi th the park in a way you never have before. The program includes a short\, no more than a half-mile walk at a slow pace. Wear comfortable clothing a nd bring water\, snacks\, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the ground . \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating i s limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basi s. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be can celed. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the ev ent. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/forest-bathing-2/2023-05-11/ LOCATION:119th Street Tennis Courts\, 119th Street Tennis Courts CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3814.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230331T215445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T215445Z UID:10000149-1683829800-1683835200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Measuring Soil Health DESCRIPTION:Join Sashti Balasundaram\, a social entrepreneur\, innovator\, and educator. He founded WeRadiate LLC\, an AgTech company that develops s mart sensors that digitally track data variables such as compost temperatu re and humidity. This technology makes it easier for operators to ensure h ealthy\, high-quality standards. Sashti has vast knowledge in community co mposting; he was a teacher of the NYC Master Composter program\, co-founde d a community garden in Brooklyn\, worked at the Lower East Side Ecology C enter in NYC\, and the Mayors Office in the City of Buffalo. We will dig d eep into the importance and process of monitoring soil health\, how compos t can improve soil quality\, and explore policy and opportunities for acti onable change. \nDiscussion and questions are enthusiastically encouraged ' bring questions along with you! Light snacks and refreshments will be pr ovided.\nWebsite: WeRadiate Instagram: @WeRadiateNY Linked-In: WeRadiate \n URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/measuring-soil-health/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/308136026517.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230512T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230512T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T230411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T230411Z UID:10000158-1683912600-1683918000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Meet at 120th Street and Riverside Drive and explore Riverside Park on a family-friendly bird walk in partnership with New York City Audu bon. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seatin g is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served b asis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/birding-walk-2/2023-05-12/ CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Untitled-design-4-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230510T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T180630Z UID:10000224-1683972000-1683982800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Sandsational 2023 DESCRIPTION:SandSational starts with a bucket brigade led by kids\, and fol lowed by parents and caregivers. Our staff will be on hand\, and we will b e providing pails and shovels for kids. Join us at your favorite participa ting playground! \nRegister below: \n\nDiscovery Playground (163rd St)\nRi verbank Playground (142nd St)\nTot Lot 105 (105th St)\nRiver Run Playgroun d (83rd St)\n\nFamilies and volunteers of all ages are welcome. For more i nfo\, email volunteerevents@riversideparknyc.org. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/sandsational-2023/ CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/835f1dc5-252b-4a44-ac82-6940b0763713.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230405T004605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T004605Z UID:10000172-1683979200-1683986400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Billion Oyster Project Presentation DESCRIPTION:Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Bayl anders Jungle Deck. Its the latest effort to restore our harbor! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be cancelled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/billion-oyster-project-presentation/ 2023-05-13/ LOCATION:Pier at W 125th & Marginal Streets\, Pier at W 125th & Marginal St reets CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/6244b77be1ead.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230405T191906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T191906Z UID:10000186-1683982800-1683993600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Play Date! DESCRIPTION:Enjoy fun for family and friends at this outdoor party featurin g a childrens entertainer\, arts and crafts\, and neighborhood fun! All pe rformances begin at 2pm. \nMay 13: WonderSpark Puppets/ present The Three Little Pigs \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-s erved basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event w ill be cancelled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours be fore the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/play-date/ LOCATION:W 125th & Marginal Streets\, W 125th & Marginal Streets CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/WonderSpark-Puppets.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230519T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230519T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230407T001108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T001108Z UID:10000194-1684519200-1684522800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Harlem Moves with Jose Limn Dance Company DESCRIPTION:Join the world-renowned Limn Company Dancers as they teach the energetic and ease-filled Limn Technique\, accompanied by live music. \nSu mmer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limi ted\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/harlem-moves-with-jose-limon-dance-c ompany/2023-05-19/ LOCATION:W 125th & Marginal Streets\, W 125th & Marginal Streets CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Health & Wellness,Music & Dance,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_2451-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230521T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230407T214350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T214350Z UID:10000203-1684666800-1684674000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Movement Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Learn parkour skills and more while you explore Riverside Park South through movement challenges and games designed by The Movement Creat ive. Return all summer long to complete the ongoing Movement Scavenger Hun t! \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served bas is. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be ca nceled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the e vent. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/movement-scavenger-hunt/ LOCATION:Red Shade Plaza\, Red Shade Plaza CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/The-Movement-Creative.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230512T221228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T221228Z UID:10000228-1684677600-1684683000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Ralph Ellison Monument 20th Anniversary Celebration DESCRIPTION:The Ralph Ellison Memorial Committee commemorates Elizabeth Cat letts sculpture and the life of Ralph Ellison with a curated line-up of lo cal jazz musicians and poetry\, presented in partnership with the Maysles Documentary Center and the National Jazz Museum in Harlem. \nFeatured arti sts and speakers include poets Mahagony Browne and Lacresha Berry\, curato r and art historian Monique Long\, historian and Memorial Committee member John T. Reddick\, and editor John F. Callahan\, representing the literary estate of Ralph Ellison. The program will include a musical performance b y Michael Youngs Soul Guard Jazz band. \nRSVP for the event here. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/ralph-ellison-monument-20th-annivers ary-celebration-1/ LOCATION:W 150th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 150th Street & Riverside Driv e\, NY CATEGORIES:Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230526T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230526T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230405T194956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T194956Z UID:10000187-1685127600-1685131200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Friday Freshen Up Musical Hour DESCRIPTION:Get out to the park and kick off the weekend with some local so unds at this monthly musical get-happy hour. \nMay 26: Austin Zhang\nAust in Zhang is a jazz saxophonist\, electronic musician\, and composer based in New York City. Zhang graduated from the Manhattan School of Music on sc holarship and went on to perform with giants of jazz music: Terri Lyne Car rington\, Wycliffe Gordon\, the Mingus Big Band\, and others. Zhangs saxop hone has been heard at such venues as Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Newpo rt Jazz Festival. Austin uses his music as a communication medium to furth er social and environmental causes. \nSummer on the Hudson events are fre e and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time o f the event\, the event will be cancelled. For weather updates\, check nyc .gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/friday-freshen-up-musical-hour/ LOCATION:W 125th & Marginal Streets\, W 125th & Marginal Streets CATEGORIES:Music & Dance,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Austin-Zhang.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230527T070000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T083000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230407T001026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T001026Z UID:10000193-1685170800-1685176200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Birding Club DESCRIPTION:Monthly walks through birding hotspots in Riverside Park\, led by Riverside Park Conservancy Field Staff. Learn and build a birding commu nity! Open to birders of all ages and experience. \nSummer on the Hudson e vents are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, a nd available on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates \, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-birding-club/2023-05- 27/ LOCATION:W 108th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 108th Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/IMG_3764-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230527T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T221135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T221135Z UID:10000153-1685192400-1685199600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Art en Plein Air DESCRIPTION:An instructor from the Art Students League leads a visual explo ration of our beautiful park. Learn to draw or paint from observation with your favorite drawing supplies. Registration required\, visit soh.eventbr ite.com. \nSummer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Se ating is limited\, unreserved\, and available on a first-come\, first-serv ed basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event\, the event will be cancelled. For weather updates\, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours befor e the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/art-en-plein-air-3/2023-05-27/ LOCATION:Garden Peoples Garden\, The Garden People CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/nyc-people-s-garden-riverside-park-beautiful-community-peak-spring- bloom-tulips-daffodils-bluebells-upper-30664993.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230528T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230403T223944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T223944Z UID:10000156-1685278800-1685289600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Sun Gaze DESCRIPTION:The Amateur Astronomers Association and solar gazing return wit h solar telescopes specifically designed to safely look at the sun and see sunspots and prominences under a summer sky. \nSummer on the Hudson event s are free and open to the public. Seating is limited\, unreserved\, and a vailable on a first-come\, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at t he time of the event\, the event will be canceled. For weather updates\, c heck nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/sun-gaze/2023-05-28/ LOCATION:Pier i\, Pier i at W 70th Street\, NY CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Kids & Family,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Untitled-design-13.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Summer on the Hudson":MAILTO:soh@riversideparknyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230529T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T194431 CREATED:20230523T195819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T195819Z UID:10000229-1685354400-1685361600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:18th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Association\, in partnership with NYC Parks and the Riverside Park Conservancy\, present the annual Mem orial Day Ceremony at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Riverside Park at West 89th Street. \nPlease join community members\, active duty service members\, veterans\, Fleet Week participants\, and local elected official s as we honor our nations heroes. \n10:00am: Concert by the US Navy Band\n 10:30am: Ceremony and wreath laying. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/18th-annual-memorial-day-ceremony/ LOCATION:Soldiers and Sailors Monument\, Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument\, NY CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/02/Soldiers-and-Sailors-Newspaper-Announcement-1-copy.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR