Events for August 13, 2019
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8:00 am
WINGS, FEATHERS AND FINS!*
Fall in BPC is a fascinating time for naturalists! While the season is most known for the changing colors of leaves, we can also observe the full life-cycle of migratory monarch butterflies, the southward journey of hummingbirds and wood warblers, and our neighboring Hudson River’s fish returning to the Atlantic before winter. Participants will try their hand at bird watching, fishing, and raising butterflies. For ages 7 to 10.
No program on 10/14.
6 SESSIONS, $90
10:00 am
Preschool Play
Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development. Meet other toddlers, parents, and caregivers for interactive play on a grassy lawn. Sing, dance, shake, and hear stories too! Carefully selected play equipment and toys are provided – plus water play!
*No Programs on 5/27, 9/02, 10/14
10:30 am
Zumba Jumpstart
Join a fitness dance party with upbeat Latin music of Salsa, Merengue, Hip Hop and more! Enthusiastic Instruction creates a fun community of dancers who learn new dance steps each week. Bring your friends and share in this fit and fun dancing community.
1:00 pm
SENIOR DROP-IN
Drop by the new Community Room and join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversations, local news, informal card and board games. Make new friends and catch up with neighbors. For more information emaill: [email protected] .
2:45 pm
Soccer for Preschoolers
Time to get moving! Stretch out those little legs and have fun kicking, running, and learning the soccer basics with an emphasis on fun. Meet new friends while going through simple drills focusing on coordination and movement.
For children ages 3-4. Closed toes shoes required.
3:15 pm
Young Sprouts Gardening
An introduction to organic gardening for children 3-5 years old with accompanying adults. A garden themed storytime is followed by activities like watering, searching for butterflies and bees, and planting. A great way to introduce your preschooler to the joys of BPC gardening!
*Space is limited.
3:30 pm
Soccer for Children (Ages 5-7)
Kickstart your afternoon with soccer! Learn the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting and overall gameplay. Meet new friends while engaging in games and drills focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required.
Drop-In Chess
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem-solving, and strategic planning – plus it’s fun!
For ages 5 and up (adults welcome).
4:00 pm
Gardening Club
Discover the fun and rewards of planting flowers, vegetables and herbs, plus watering, weeding, and
composting. Learn BPC Parks’ green practices first-hand. For ages 6-10.
Fee: $120 per cycle.
CYCLE A: 5/7 – 6/25
CYCLE B: 7/2 – 8/27
CYCLE C: 9/3- 10/29
*Registration is required. Please call 212-267-9700 or email [email protected] to register.
Gardening Club*
Discover the fun and rewards of gardening with other children. Enjoy planting flowers, vegetables and herbs, watering, weeding, and composting. Learn BPC Parks’ green practices first-hand.
Cycle A: 5/7 – 6/25
Cycle B: 7/2 – 8/27
Cycle C: 9/3 – 10/29
Fee: $120 per cycle (9 sessions). For ages 6-10.
Registration is required. Please call 212-267-9700 or email [email protected] to register.
4:30 pm
Soccer for Children (Ages 8-11)
Kickstart your afternoon with soccer! Learn the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting and overall gameplay. Meet new friends while engaging in games and drills focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required.
7:00 pm
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 38th year of NYC’s longest running public dance festival presented by Battery Dance. Enjoy six days of exciting international and local dance companies against one of the most
beautiful backgrounds in the city. For more information: batterydance.org/battery-dance-festival.
