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The Playground Project is opening the Park House again to mothers and caregivers of young children for informal mornings of play, chat, coffee or simply a change in pace from apartment life. Bring a soft toy or two to share. This group is designed for babies & toddlers up to 2 years olds (not much older please – to keep the youngest ones protected!) $5 donation per drop in. Questions about this event? E-mail hippoplayground@yahoo.com.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Hippo Playground Events
Bike New York is offering a free full-day class that teaches how to “drive” a bicycle on busy urban streets. Includes classroom and outdoor portions and explains rules of the road, how to check over your bike, fix a flat tire, avoid road hazards, and much more. Adults and mature teens only. Pre-registration required. No day-of-class walk-ins, please!
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event
Volunteers from In Demand will be working at the Riverside Valley Community Garden (138th Street & 12th Avenue). If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Trinity School student volunteers will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Volunteers will be working at the 87th Street Dog Run, The Garden People’s Garden (91st Street) , the 91st Street Underpass, Firemen’s Memorial Island at 103rd Street, The Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House (107th Street along the upper path), Cathedral Island (109th -111th Street), Kossuth-Tilden Island (111th – 113th Street) and the Riverside Valley Community Garden (138th Street & 12th Avenue). If you are interested in volunteering on this day, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Take your kids to a free Bike New York class to learn the basics of biking in a safe, social setting. Best of all there’s no running behind the bike, strained backs, scraped knees, or frayed nerves. Last year, more than 600 kids and their parents learned this method, and the program received the 2007 Best of Parks Best Partnership Award. Class offered in association with City of New York Parks & Recreation. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Bikes and helmets required. Pre-registration is required. Click here to sign up.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Wellness Event
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Melissa K. Bambino Foundation has been established by the family and friends of Melissa K. Bambino, who lost her life to Melanoma in 2003. Their mission is simple: Research. Awareness. Prevention.
The Sun Run™ is a 5K Run/Walk which is open to adults and children. It promotes sun safety as well as the importance of an annual skin exam. This year’s race proceeds will be donated to the Skin Cancer Foundation in the fund’s name to further Melanoma research and education. Click here to register online or to learn more about Melissa’s story.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
Since 1986, AIDS Walk New York has raised $97 million for HIV programs and services in the tri-state area, and has grown into the largest AIDS fundraising event in the world. AIDS Walk New York is a powerful and inspiring day on the streets of New York City. Participants will walk to remember those they have lost, to help friends, family and fellow New Yorkers who are affected by HIV/AIDS, and to demonstrate their determination to end AIDS.
To participate in this walk, visit www.aidswalk.net.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Moms Rock! Celebrate mothers and the people who love them at our annual music and art-filled afternoon, featuring performances by mom bands Swingset Mamas, Housewives On Prozac, and tot rocker AudraRox. There will also be a Gymboree Play Tent, mom-inspired arts & crafts, food, fun and more! Fun for all ages
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Volunteers from Ansche Chesed will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Native Plant Garden begins at the 108th Street Park entrance and runs south along the upper path, (between the stone wall and the path) and ends at about 106th Street. This project is designed to improve the habitat for birds, control erosion on the slope and establish a thriving community of native plants. Volunteers are needed to help maintain the native plantings and help extend the gardens southward. Interested volunteers should contact Debbie Sheintoch at grassroots@riversideparkfund.org or 212-870-3070.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join Riverside Park Fund for this free concert with the Manhattan School of Music’s Saylor Sunday Experience, directed by Joe Saylor. Jazz classics as well as exciting new music will be presented by this talented group.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Playground Project is opening the Park House again to mothers and caregivers of young children for informal mornings of play, chat, coffee or simply a change in pace from apartment life. Bring a soft toy or two to share. This group is designed for babies & toddlers up to 2 years olds (not much older please – to keep the youngest ones protected!) $5 donation per drop in. Questions about this event? E-mail hippoplayground@yahoo.com.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Hippo Playground Events
Student volunteers from Dalton School will be working in the Park and at the Riverside Valley Community Garden (138th Street & 12th Avenue). If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Student volunteers from St. Michael’s Academy will be working in the Park and at the Riverside Valley Community Garden (138th Street & 12th Avenue). If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Student volunteers from the Heschel School will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join Riverside Park Fund for this free concert with the Manhattan School of Music’s DEA Horns, Quintet, directed by Burt Mason. The rousing sound of horns from Renaissance through patriotic American music.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event
Sierra Club volunteers will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Playground Project is opening the Park House again to mothers and caregivers of young children for informal mornings of play, chat, coffee or simply a change in pace from apartment life. Bring a soft toy or two to share. This group is designed for babies & toddlers up to 2 years olds (not much older please – to keep the youngest ones protected!) $5 donation per drop in. Questions about this event? E-mail hippoplayground@yahoo.com.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Hippo Playground Events
Sierra Club volunteers will be working at the Riverside Valley Community Garden (138th Street & 12th Avenue. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Sierra Club volunteers will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Sierra Club volunteers will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Sierra Club volunteers will be working in the Park. If you are interested in working with this volunteer group, please contact Debbie Sheintoch, Director of Volunteers: 212-870-3070 or grassroots@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Hemophilia Walk, sponsored by the National Hemophilia Foundation, is a nationwide event that raises funds and awareness about hemophilia and other bleeding and clotting disorders. Walkers will meet at Pier I at 70th Street and walk along the esplanade, the waterfront area of Riverside Park. To register or for more information, visit www.hemophilia.org/walk.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
The Native Plant Garden begins at the 108th Street Park entrance and runs south along the upper path, (between the stone wall and the path) and ends at about 106th Street. This project is designed to improve the habitat for birds, control erosion on the slope and establish a thriving community of native plants. Volunteers are needed to help maintain the native plantings and help extend the gardens southward. Interested volunteers should contact Debbie Sheintoch at grassroots@riversideparkfund.org or 212-870-3070.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. The Musica Bella Orchestra of New York bring their unique brand of classical music to the RCTA lawns. Rain date: Sunday, June 8; 7:00 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
Soaringwords mission is to empower communities to embrace ill children and families and inspire them to “never give up!” For those who participate in the walk, 100% of your donations will benefit Soaringwords Hospital Outreach programs that have supported over 150,000 hospitalized children in NYC, New Orleans and around the country. To register or for more information, visit here.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Discover the Natural World of Riverside Park with Leslie Day author of the Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City.
1:30pm – Tour: Join naturalist, educator and author Leslie Day as she guides us on a nature walk of Riverside Park. Along the way,
For a better view, bring along a pair of binoculars.
1:30 – 3:30 pm – Nature Journals: We’ll be making nature journals using recycled materials. Kids can record what they learned/observed on the nature walk and/or add natural objects they found in the park.
2:30 pm – Book Signing: Following the nature walk, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase Leslie Day’s beautiful and informative Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City. The cost is $24.95 (check, cash or credit card). If you’d like, Leslie will even autograph your copy.
This event is free, but please help our planning by letting us know you’re coming: 212-870-3070; mail@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Other Park Activity
Shout along, laugh out loud, and rock out at our monthly afternoon dance & performance parties featuring rock-n-roll, silly stunts and comic magic. Special thanks to our media partner metropolitanmoms.com.
This week’s performer: Imagination in Motion / David Weinstone and the Music for Aardvarks Band. Paul Rajeckas and Neil Intraub of Imagination in Motion, are like a modern day Laurel & Hardy. Their sense of play and resilient on-stage friendship enable them to explore themes of conflict, power and control without losing sight of their humanity. Mr. Weinstone writes songs for children growing up urban and particularly as New Yorkers (with titles like “Annie the Nanny,” “Modern Art,” “Playdate” and “Taxi”) So come out to hear the electro-funk of “Big Boom Whacker” or the whimsical blues of “Belly Button Song” performed live.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Learn to dance like a pro at these salsa, swing and hustle lessons and group dances led by top instructors from Soho Dance Studio.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Riverside Park Fund’s major annual benefit, A Cabaret Evening in Riverside Park, will feature Broadway luminary Brian Stokes Mitchell this year! Winner of the Tony Award for Kiss Me Kate, Mr. Mitchell also has starred in Man of La Mancha, Ragtime, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and King Hedley II.
Join us for cocktails, dinner, a Silent Auction, and Mr. Mitchell’s performance on Tuesday, June 10, at the West 79th Street Boat Basin Café. Tickets are $300, $600, and $1,000. To be sure to receive an invitation, contact sabrina@riversideparkfund.org.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. Dave Glasser, saxophonist, has performed extensively with the Clark Terry Quintet and the Count Basie Orchestra. Rain date: Sunday, June 15; 7:00 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Native Plant Garden begins at the 108th Street Park entrance and runs south along the upper path, (between the stone wall and the path) and ends at about 106th Street. This project is designed to improve the habitat for birds, control erosion on the slope and establish a thriving community of native plants. Volunteers are needed to help maintain the native plantings and help extend the gardens southward. Interested volunteers should contact Debbie Sheintoch at grassroots@riversideparkfund.org or 212-870-3070.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Learn to dance like a pro at these salsa, swing and hustle lessons and group dances led by top instructors from Soho Dance Studio.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson!Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. Join us for a kid-friendly evening of bluegrass, featuring Citigrass. Rain date: Sunday, June 22; 7 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
The Ladies of the Underpass have built up beautiful gardens by the 91st Street tunnel, a delight for passersby strolling down to the waterfront. A range of tasks are needed to help maintain this lovely spot. Interested individuals should contact Anne at redro819@aol.com for more information or to register to assist. Please put “Volunteer at 91 Underpass” in the subject heading.
Categories: Volunteer Activity
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Scleroderma Foundation in Riverside Park for its 4th annual Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma walk. The walk is a great opportunity to get exercise, meet new friends, renew old acquaintances, and walk in support of or in memory of loved ones afflicted with scleroderma. More importantly, the walk is an opportunity to raise money in support of the Scleroderma Foundation’s three-fold mission to provide patient support services, to fund medical research to develop a cure for scleroderma, and to increase public awareness of this devastating disease. To register for the walk or for more information, click here.
Categories: Fund-raising Event
Learn to dance like a pro at these salsa, swing and hustle lessons and group dances led by top instructors from Soho Dance Studio.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson!Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. Join us for an evening of cool jazz performed by the Bob Kindred Ensemble. Rain date: Sunday June 29; 7 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a bike ride south along the Hudson from 145th Street to 79th Street. We’ll learn about the Hudson estuary along the way. Great for beginner riders! Ride ends at 79th Street. Bring your own bike.
Categories: Meeting/Presentation/Lecture Other Park Activity Wellness Event
Learn to dance like a pro at these salsa, swing and hustle lessons and group dances led by top instructors from Soho Dance Studio.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson!Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. Join us for an evening of jazz featuring world-renowned bassist Ron McClure and his ensemble. Rain date: July 6; 7 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson!Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
All little ones (5 years old and younger) are welcome at this introduction to soccer. This program is free of charge; registration is not required.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
All little ones (5 years old and younger) are welcome at this introduction to basketball. This program is free of charge; registration is not required.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Pack a picnic, bring a friend and settle in for a night of premier Hollywood movies. This year’s theme: Election Year! Sponsored by Riverside South Properties.
This week’s movie: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, (1939) starring James Stewart, Jean Arthur and Claude Rains. Jefferson Smith (Jimmy Stewart), a small town patriot, gets appointed to the U.S. Senate by the political machine in his state. In Washington, however, Smith discovers many of the shortcomings of the political process and soon conflicts with the state political boss, Jim Taylor. Taylor first tries to corrupt Smith and then later attempts to destroy him through a scandal.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event Summer on the Hudson
Music, storytelling & theater for young audiences. Suitable for kids up to age 7.
This week’s performer: Tee Jay Tales and Banjo Larry – sing-along stories. Theresa Francois (Tee Jay) has been performing for ten years at schools, libraries, camps, bookstores, corporate events and private events. She engages the audience with interactive magic, puppets and comedy. Larry Siegel has performed for over thirty years on guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, harmonica and as a singer/composer/producer.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
We can’t get enough of these squeezebox masters! Traditional, contemprary and eclectic music from around the globe will get you up and dancing at our 3rd annual celebration of all things accordion. Kids can get in on the act too at the Accordion Kids Corner. Browse the Accordion Flea Market and dance, dance, dance!
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. The Atwaters/Ed Baker bring their unique brand of blues, rock and roots music to the RCTA lawns. Rain date: Sunday July 13; 7 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Guerilla art duo Dance Gang brings the park’s kinetic design and cultural history to life with its dance installation trilogy “The Floating Bridge of Princess Pestiny.” Expect some unexpected arts-in-the-park happenings!
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
Enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Hudson as you listen to some of New York’s best jazz, R&B, and world music. Sponsored by Riverside South Properties.
This week’s performer: Ernestidio Rodriguez y su conjunto tipico. Ernestidio Rodríguez brings his masterful accordion playing to the park for an evening of traditional Dominican meringue.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson!Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
All little ones (5 years old and younger) are welcome at this introduction to soccer. This program is free of charge; registration is not required.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
All little ones (5 years old and younger) are welcome at this introduction to basketball. This program is free of charge; registration is not required.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
End your day with relaxing Hatha Yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Pack a picnic, bring a friend and settle in for a night of premier Hollywood movies. This year’s theme: Election Year! Sponsored by Riverside South Properties.
This week’s movie: Wag the Dog, (1997) starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert DeNiro. After being caught in a sex scandal days before the election, the president’s chances of being reelected do not look good. One of his advisors (DeNiro) teams up with a top Hollywood producer (Hoffman) and together they manufacture a war in Albania that the president can heroically end, all through mass media.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event Summer on the Hudson
Music, storytelling & theater for young audiences. Suitable for kids up to age 7.
This week’s performer: Singer-Songwriter Patricia Shih – Big Ideas for Little Ears. Award-winning singer-songwriter Patricia Shih performers a fun-filled family concert full of laughter and learning! Formerly of Cablevision’s “Tell Me A Story,” Patricia totally involves her audiences, engaging everyone from ages 2 to 92, letting them be “the star” onstage with her and her rollicking sidekick. Come down and get silly with Patricia!
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Family/Kids Event Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
Join hundreds of others who come to dance the night away at our open-air summer dance parties with the GlobeSonic Sound System DJs.
Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River between 62nd and 72nd Streets. This event is FREE. Weather Permitting.
Categories: Musical/Dance Event Summer on the Hudson
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson
Much Ado About Nothing was written sometime between 1598 and 1599, and is the first of three comedies, that represent Shakespeare’s comic genius at its height. Is Hero’s reputation lost forever? Will Beatrice and Benedick finally admit their love to each other? Will justice be served? Join Hudson Warehouse in Riverside Park for their production of this classic Shakespeare comedy.
Categories: Movie/Theater Event
The RCTA Sunset Concert Series, sponsored by the all-natural beverage CurrantC, celebrates our fabulous park and represents the rich cultural diversity of the Upper West Side. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and join the Riverside Clay Tennis Association for this very popular music series. Join us for an evening of an evening Mozart, Handel, and other classical music performed by the renowned Gotham Winds Ensemble. Rain date: Sunday, July 20; 7 pm
Categories: Musical/Dance Event RCTA Sunset Concert Series
The 8th Annual Nautica NYC Triathlon begins with a 1500 meter swim in the Hudson River, followed by a 40 km bike ride from Riverside Park north onto the Henry Hudson Parkway, through the Bronx, and back down to the 79th Street Boat Basin, then a 10 km run on a 3 loop course in Central Park to finish on Dead Road in Central Park. Participants come from 42 states and 20 countries, making this one of America’s most geographically diverse events.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event
Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Participants are required to wear a bathing suit, or shorts and a t-shirt, and you must know how to swim. Downtown Boathouse volunteers will supply life jackets, kayaks, paddles, and some tips on paddling. Weather permitting only. For daily weather status: (646) 613-0740.
Categories: Other Park Activity Wellness Event Summer on the Hudson