BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riverside Park Conservancy - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Riverside Park Conservancy 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:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181755Z CREATED:20260629T194627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181755Z UID:10002712-1793178000-1793185200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate each week; exact location will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePart ner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alon gside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you n eed ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 mu st be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up t hrough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot-3/2026-1 0-28/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181740Z CREATED:20260629T194532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181740Z UID:10002681-1793005200-1793012400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volun teers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new vo lunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information abo ut how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3- 2/2026-10-26/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000 DTSTAMP:20261007T212612Z CREATED:20260414T191415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T212612Z UID:10003625-1792843200-1792854000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverside Park Pup Halloween Parade DESCRIPTION:Join us for a howling fun time!\nRiverside Park Conservancy is so excited to bring back our third annual Riverside Park Pup Halloween Par ade\, on Saturday\, October 24 (raindate\, October 25th) from 12pm to 3pm. The parade route this year will meet at Dinosaur Playground on 96th Stree t and end at Ellingtons Cafe at 105th Street with our costume contest. \nD ress your pups in their most creative costumes as we parade through the pa rk\, spreading Halloween cheer and cuteness overload! Whether your dog is a tiny pumpkin or a fierce superhero\, all breeds\, sizes\, and spooky sty les are welcome. \nTo walk in the Parade and enter the costume contest\, c ommunity members should register using the form below! Participants should register by October 19th. \nIf you have any questions\, reach out to dev orah@riversideparknyc.org. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverside-park-pup-halloween-parade- 3/ LOCATION:97th-116th St Park Interior CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/04/67e303d90339d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181812Z CREATED:20260629T194424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181812Z UID:10002779-1792746000-1792753200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Plea se sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: P lease email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to g et involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a p roject. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5-4/2026-10- 23/ LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181845Z CREATED:20260629T194329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181845Z UID:10002747-1792659600-1792666800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Island Vibes at W 97th-116th St DESCRIPTION:Help us show some love to these beautiful green spaces along Ri verside Drive! We will be focusing on weeding and trash removal. Location rotates each session and will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePartner Opport unities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you need! Pleas e bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing a nd closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accom panied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@ riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis eve nt is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, pl ease email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-island-vibes-4/2026-10- 22/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/island-vibes-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T190000 DTSTAMP:20261006T145011Z CREATED:20260917T181537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T145011Z UID:10004696-1792605600-1792609200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Grassroots Volunteer Orientation (evening session) DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can get involved with our Grassroots Volunteer Pr ogram and help steward Riverside Park. All are welcome regardless of level of gardening experience. To reserve your seat\, please fill out the inter est form by clicking here. \nIf you would like to learn more about our Gra ssroots Volunteer Program\, please click here. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/grassroots-volunteer-orientation-eve ning-session/ LOCATION:102nd Street Field House\, 102nd Street Field House CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/03/20241009_111026-2-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000 DTSTAMP:20261006T144900Z CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T144900Z UID:10002848-1792573200-1792584000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-10-21/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181755Z CREATED:20260629T194627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181755Z UID:10002711-1792573200-1792580400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate each week; exact location will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePart ner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alon gside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you n eed ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 mu st be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up t hrough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot-3/2026-1 0-21/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181740Z CREATED:20260629T194532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181740Z UID:10002680-1792400400-1792407600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volun teers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new vo lunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information abo ut how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3- 2/2026-10-19/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000 DTSTAMP:20261013T165059Z CREATED:20260928T181734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T165059Z UID:10004771-1792231200-1792249200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Riverfront Ramble DESCRIPTION:Put down your phone and get outside for the inaugural Riverfron t Ramble\, presented by Riverside Park Conservancy\, Palisades Parks Conse rvancy\, and Fort Tryon Park Conservancy. This free cross-river walking ad venture and scavenger hunt invites people of all ages to explore Fort Wash ington Park\, Palisades Interstate Park\, and Fort Tryon Park. \nBecome a Riverfront Rambler and cross the George Washington Bridge on foot in searc h of landmarks\, scenic overlooks\, and other points of interest. Leave yo ur screen behind\, follow a paper map\, and discover the parks at your own pace. \nRamblers can pick up a free map at any of three staffed hubs: \n\ nThe Little Red Lighthouse in Fort Washington Park\nThe N.J. entrance to t he G.W.B. South Walk and the Palisades Interstate Park Long Path\nThe Cott age at Fort Tryon Park\n\nMaps and information will also be available at B reak Away Cafe\, 71 Cabrini Boulevard. \nStart in any park and choose to e xplore one\, two\, or all three. Along the way\, check off what you discov er and collect a unique rubber stamp and small keepsake at each park hub t o mark your journey. \nWe hope youll join us for this free\, all ages even t and opportunity to step away from the screen\, get moving\, and see the riverfront in a whole new way! \nPlease RSVP via Eventbrite:\n' Self guide d walk\n' Guided walk with Stephanie Caban\, Riverside Park Outreach Coord inator (space is limited) URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/riverfront-ramble/ CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops,Special Events,Health & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/09/Ramble_hero.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T110000 DTSTAMP:20261015T182926Z CREATED:20261015T182926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T182926Z UID:10002778-1792141200-1792148400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:[CANCELED] PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:[10/16 EVENT CANCELED] \nWork together with our gardeners to ma intain select areas of South Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural maintenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68t h Street & Riverside Blvd. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTender s. We will provide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydr ated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPl ease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Porta l.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for i nformation about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for cor porate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riverside parknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5-4-3/ LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181905Z CREATED:20260629T194652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181905Z UID:10002730-1792054800-1792062000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Canopy Club at W 97th-120th St DESCRIPTION:Work with us beneath the beautiful tree canopy in the upper woo dlands of the park interior between 97th-120th St. We will be focusing on weeding\, vine pulling\, forest restoration\, and invasive species removal . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Plea se sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: P lease email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to g et involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a p roject. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-canopy-club-2/2026-10-1 5/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/canopy-club-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000 DTSTAMP:20261013T143613Z CREATED:20261013T143613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T143613Z UID:10002847-1791968400-1791979200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED: 10/14 \n\nDate: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12: 00pm \nMeeting Location: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Saku ra Park is a beautiful area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were ex cited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to ste ward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gard ening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can incl ude weeding\, raking\, shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Ple ase dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate or school gro ups! If you are a corporate or school group\, please email caroline@rivers ideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3-4/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T110000 DTSTAMP:20261006T145031Z CREATED:20260901T181408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T145031Z UID:10002710-1791968400-1791975600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:[CANCELED] PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:[OCT 14 EVENT CANCELED] \nVolunteer in the sweet spot of Rivers ide Park! This historic section of the park is home to majestic monuments\ , beautiful native plant gardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views . Well be working across this part of the park in various gardens and wood land areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration . The meeting location will rotate each week; exact location will be share d upon signup. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions f or volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will p rovide all the tools you need ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Pleas e wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note t hat volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing vo lunteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate grou ps! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot-3-4/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181740Z CREATED:20260629T194532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181740Z UID:10002679-1791795600-1791802800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volun teers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new vo lunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information abo ut how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3- 2/2026-10-12/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181812Z CREATED:20260629T194424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181812Z UID:10002777-1791536400-1791543600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Plea se sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: P lease email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to g et involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a p roject. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5-4/2026-10- 09/ LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181845Z CREATED:20260629T194329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181845Z UID:10002746-1791450000-1791457200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Island Vibes at W 97th-116th St DESCRIPTION:Help us show some love to these beautiful green spaces along Ri verside Drive! We will be focusing on weeding and trash removal. Location rotates each session and will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePartner Opport unities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you need! Pleas e bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing a nd closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accom panied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@ riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis eve nt is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, pl ease email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-island-vibes-4/2026-10- 08/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/island-vibes-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000 DTSTAMP:20261006T144900Z CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T144900Z UID:10002846-1791363600-1791374400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-10-07/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181755Z CREATED:20260629T194627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181755Z UID:10002709-1791363600-1791370800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate each week; exact location will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePart ner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alon gside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you n eed ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 mu st be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up t hrough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot-3/2026-1 0-07/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181740Z CREATED:20260629T194532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181740Z UID:10002678-1791190800-1791198000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volun teers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new vo lunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information abo ut how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3- 2/2026-10-05/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T160000 DTSTAMP:20260914T161101Z CREATED:20260414T194244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T161101Z UID:10003195-1791028800-1791043200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:The Little Red Lighthouse Festival DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Manhattans only remaining lighthouse with the Urban P ark Rangers\, readings of the eponymous childrens book\, live music\, loca l organizations\, and activities for all ages! Featuring performances by M oosiki Kids\, Leadlights Ensemble\, General Mischief Dance Theatre\, and a special presentation of Jessica Ann Carps Little Red Lighthouse Musical. \nAs the Little Red Lighthouse is more than 140 years old and in need of c are\, it has been determined that the Lighthouse will again be only be ope n for a limited number of tours during this years Festival\, led by the NY C Park Rangers! As in years past\, tours will be first come\, first served \, with tickets distributed on site at 12pm. To safely and comfortably acc ommodate visitors\, we have reduced the total number of visitors we can ac commodate\, and tours are limited to the first 200 attendees. \nThe Little Red Lighthouse is beloved by New Yorkers and visitors alike. Join us in o ur quest to ensure that the Little Red Lighthouse can safely receive visit ors for years to come. Together we can keep the light shining! \nCheck bac k for more information! URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/the-little-red-lighthouse-festival-4 / LOCATION:Little Red Lighthouse\, Little Red Lighthouse CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Special Events,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/1000001638-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260817T205634Z CREATED:20260817T205318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T205634Z UID:10004584-1791021600-1791032400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:City of Forest Day: Meet the West Harlem Forest DESCRIPTION:Join Riverside Park Conservancy & Natural Areas Conservancy to explore the 7.5 acres of forest currently being restored in West Harlem!\n \n\n\n\n7.5 acres of natural area are being restored in West Harlem! Join practitioners from Riverside Park Conservancy and the Natural Areas Conser vancy to tour the site\, meet the trees\, and learn why forest restoration is critical! NY Bird Alliance will also join to share how healthy forests support local and migratory birds. Open to all ages\, with kids crafts an d activities. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/city-of-forest-day-meet-the-west-har lem-forest/ LOCATION:Riverbank (Camel) Playground\, 675 Riverside Dr\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/08/image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T110000 DTSTAMP:20261006T144845Z CREATED:20260826T162359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T144845Z UID:10004586-1791018000-1791025200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Bird Sanctuary at W 120th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with us to restore and maintain our Bird Sanctuary an d surrounding woodland areas! Please meet staff on 120th Street and Rivers ide Drive. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for v olunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provi de all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wea r weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that v olunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunte ers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volu nteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! I f you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to s et up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-the-bird-sa nctuary-at-w-120th-st-2/ LOCATION:W 120th Street & Riverside Drive CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/website-calendar-event-pics-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181812Z CREATED:20260629T194424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181812Z UID:10002776-1790931600-1790938800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Plea se sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: P lease email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to g et involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a p roject. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5-4/2026-10- 02/ LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181905Z CREATED:20260629T194652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181905Z UID:10002729-1790845200-1790852400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Canopy Club at W 97th-120th St DESCRIPTION:Work with us beneath the beautiful tree canopy in the upper woo dlands of the park interior between 97th-120th St. We will be focusing on weeding\, vine pulling\, forest restoration\, and invasive species removal . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Plea se sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: P lease email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to g et involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a p roject. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-canopy-club-2/2026-10-0 1/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/canopy-club-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000 DTSTAMP:20261006T144900Z CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T144900Z UID:10002845-1790758800-1790769600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181755Z CREATED:20260629T194627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181755Z UID:10002708-1790758800-1790766000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate each week; exact location will be shared upon signup. \nPlacePart ner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alon gside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you n eed ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 mu st be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up t hrough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot-3/2026-0 9-30/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T110000 DTSTAMP:20261103T181740Z CREATED:20260629T194532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181740Z UID:10002677-1790586000-1790593200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease note that volunteers under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \nFor existing volun teers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new vo lunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information abo ut how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email danny@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3- 2/2026-09-28/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events,PlacePartner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135827Z CREATED:20260415T135827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T135827Z UID:10003753-1790420400-1790424000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness DESCRIPTION:Shape Up NYC (a NYC Parks program) is a free group fitness prog ram for New Yorkers of all ages. Colorful outfits encouraged at this creat ive workout that fuses dance and aerobics. No class July 4. \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/shape-up-nyc-dance-fitness-3/2026-09 -26/ LOCATION:W 125th & Marginal Streets\, W 125th & Marginal Streets CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Summer on the Hudson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/03/5a9da1a01125a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000 DTSTAMP:20261006T145231Z CREATED:20240816T225617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T145231Z UID:10000565-1790413200-1790420400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Ralph Ellison Memorial at W 150th St DESCRIPTION:Date: Fourth Saturday of every month \nTime: 9:00am- 11:00am \n Meeting Location: Ralph Ellison Memorial at 150th St and Riverside Drive \ nProject Details: During this event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introduced species\, and remove woody debris. Its a g reat opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outdoors\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior experience is necessary ' j ust bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and b ring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for c orporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@rive rsideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/gardening-at-ralph-ellison-memorial/ 2026-09-26/ LOCATION:W 150th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 150th Street & Riverside Driv e\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Ellison-Memorial-min-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR