Editor’s Pick 

Tango, Foxtrot, and Cha-cha, oh my! Every Thursday until October, the Silver Shoes Dance Club welcomes all dancers 55 years and older for free dance classes at Van Cortland Park’s Woodlawn Playground at Van Cortlandt Park East and Kepler Avenue. No experience or partner is necessary, and the dancing kicks off at 10 a.m. All dancers must follow COVID-19 safety guidelines. Registration is required and can be done online at https://www.silvershoesdanceclub.com/. Got questions? Email silvershoesdanceclub@gmail.com.

 

Events

Family Camping will take place at Pelham Bay Park, on Friday, July 30, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Camp to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with family. Camping affords us the opportunity to unplug from the diversions of everyday life and to laugh and play with our families. The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and looks forward to welcoming your family.

 

The 2021 Disability Unite Festival will be held virtually on Sunday, July 25, at 4 p.m. Commemorate the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and celebrate Disability Pride with incredible programming for all ages, including musical and dance performances and powerful discussions about the issues of today.

The Disability Unite Festival will be shown on the Live Stream Center of disabilityunite.org. No sign up link needed, no passwords or code, and no need to buy a ticket! All you have to do is show up. The event includes musical and dance performances from award-winning disabled artists including singer-songwriter, Lachi, live streamed from popular NYC attractions, including Little Island, an announcement of the Disability Unite Got Talent Contest winners, and an exciting announcement from Special Olympics New York.

Panel discussions will be held on topics including disability employment, intersectionality, and digital accessibility. Speakers include Sharon McLennon Wier from the Center for Independence of the Disabled, Walei Sabry from the NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, and Vint Cerf from Google. For more information, click here.

 

Have a book you’ve read recently that you’re itching to discuss? Are you looking for some book recommendations for the summer and beyond? If so, register for Moshulu library’s Online Open Book Hour scheduled for Monday, July 26, at 6 p.m. The event is free, but space is limited. To register, visit nypl.org’s event page.

 

In other book news, don’t miss the Bronx Book Fair on Friday, July 30, at 4 p.m. and Saturday, July 31, at 7 p.m. Programming includes literary jam sessions, discussion panels, keynote speakers, writing workshops, and more. All events are free and held virtually. For more information, visit the book fair’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BronxBookFair/ or email bronxbookfair@gmail.com.

 

The Bronx’s 52nd precinct will host its annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 3, from 3.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. at Poe Park, Grand Concourse and East 192nd Street. Established in 1984, to foster connections between police and the community, National Night Out is chock-full of games, food, and fun for the entire family! For more information, call the 52nd precinct’s office of community affairs at (718) 220-5824.

 

Every Sunday is a fun day at The Fordham Flea, the borough’s largest event featuring arts & crafts, gifts, accessories, self-care products, and food crafted by local artisans and merchants who started their businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The fun is available to all every Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. at Fordham Plaza. For more details, including a list of vendors, visit fordhamflea.com.

 

The Bronx Night Market, dubbed “The Best Open-Air Market In New York,” by The New York Times, celebrates global cultures and cuisines every Saturday, until November, from noon to 7 p.m. at Fordham Plaza. The event is free, family and pet-friendly, and the food is affordable and welcomes all appetites, large and small. Registration is required. Visit thebronxnightmarket.com for more details.

 

Join the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on Tuesday, Aug. 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for COVID-19 Community Conversations: Mental Health, Equity & Resilience. This virtual, informational discussion will address the mental health challenges brought on by the pandemic and its impact on communities of color. Other topics to be discussed include pandemic-related grief and trauma. Additional mental health resources and coping strategies will also be shared. To register, visit https://nypl_huntspoint.timetap.com/.

 

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance (VCPA) is calling on volunteers to get into tip-top shape for the athletes’ return to the park this fall. The group is calling on the public to support their Field & Trail Fund and be a partner in keeping the park clean, safe, and beautiful. With the public’s support, the group says they can plan ahead to “care for the fields and trails.”

With help from the public, VCPA can:

• hire seasonal maintainers to mow, weed-wack, and maintain all the areas frequented by athletes;
• purchase stone dust to fill ruts and potholes;
• replace outdated equipment.

 

The NYC Parks department is hosting Adult Programs throughout the summer, starting July 6 through August 27, 2021 at the Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center at 3225 Reservoir Oval East in Norwood. Below is a list of the various programs on offer.

 

Chair Aerobics with Ingrid on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. This chair aerobics class is perfect for someone new or for those getting back into working out.

 

Mobile Media Workshops with Shawn on Mondays from 11 a.m. to noon. Get help with apps or ask questions about your phone, tablet or laptop.

 

Circuit Training with Sarah on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Join this low impact strength workout; a beginners way to start.

 

Riding to the Beat with Ingrid on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Come out for a morning spin bike ride to get your heartbeat up. This is a great cardio workout.

 

Mobile Media Workshops with Shawn Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Get help with apps or ask questions about your phone, tablet or laptop.

 

Kripalu Yoga with Michele on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Through breathing, meditation and movements wake up with this great morning routine.

 

Art Studio with Ana on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Create art through different mediums from painting to sculpture. This is a class for learning and socializing. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.

The NYC Parks department is hosting Toddler and Youth Programs throughout the summer, from July 6 to August 27, 2021, at the Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center at 3225 Reservoir Oval East in Norwood. Call (718) 543-8672 with any questions.

 

A Toddler Scavenger Hunt will take place on Thursday July 29 at 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The young ones will look around the park to find these common and not so common treasures. For more information, visit our website at nyc.gov/parks or contact sarah.bishow@parks.nyc.gov.

 

Sidewalk Chalk Fun with Tatiyana on Mondays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Play chalk games like Shark Attack, Obstacle Course and Hopscotch.

 

Family Fun with Tatiyana on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Toddlers and family members will create art, play games and learn together!

 

Art Time with Tatiyana on Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Arts and Craft fun: get out to paint, glue, cut and draw with us.
Water Games with Tatiyana on Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Come compete in these fun activities that will get you wet and laughing.

 

Toddler Art with Ana on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Create art from using different outlets like painting, drawing and sculpture.

 

Bingo with Ana on Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Play to win! We are calling numbers and see who the winner will be!

 

Recycle Art with Ana on Fridays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Design and create using recyclable materials.

 

Arts & Crafts with Ana on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Craft, glue, paint with us!

 

For all NYC Parks hosted events, masks are required for unvaccinated people or those who cannot maintain social distance. Social distancing is strongly encouraged. Contact accessibility@parks.nyc.gov or (212) 360-1430 for more information regarding accessibility.

 

More Stuff for Kids

Pack up the kiddies and head to the Williamsburg Oval Recreation Center, 3225 Reservoir Oval East in Norwood for a Toddler Scavenger Hunt on Thursday, July 29, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. To ensure a fun time for all, NYC Parks asks all hunters to wear masks if they are not vaccinated or cannot socially distance. Also, please wash your hands before arriving and stay home if you are sick. The event is free. For more information, visit nycgovparks.org and click on the events tab or email sarah.bishow@parks.nyc.gov.

 

The Van Cortland House Museum is accepting applications for its Adventures in Time Summer History Camp. Campers will learn all about the Van Cortlandt Family while having fun outdoors. Kids will also be able to travel back in time to the early years of the Revolutionary War to see what life was like as a soldier in General George Washington’s Army. The camp is designed for 6 to 12-year-olds and runs for two weeks from Aug. 9 through Aug. 13 and from Aug. 16 through Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Registration is $350 per child per week. Campers who enroll in two weeks of camp, or two or more children from the same family qualify for a 10 percent discount on registration fees. Early registration is recommended. More information can be found at vchm.org under the Events & Programs tab.

 

The Fresh Air Fund has arranged for Fresh Air Summer Spaces for kids to play in at different locations throughout the Bronx this summer. See attached flyers for details.

 

The Van Cortlandt House Museum will have Story Hour with the Goats, every Thursday (weather permitting) at 2 p.m. starting on July 1. Attendees should meet under the Linden tree by the goat enclosure. Admission is free. There will be reading from a selection of goat-themed picture books each week. If the weather forecast calls for rain, organizers suggest calling on the morning of July 1 to confirm if it is still happening.

 

The Movies under the Stars series will continue in July. Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Movies begin at dusk. These events are FREE and open to the public, but seating is limited.

 

Toy Story 4 will be screened on Saturday, July 24, at Bronx Park Amphitheatre (in Bronx Park), Bronx from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. A new toy named “Forky” joins the gang when Bonnie turns a spork into a toy. But when he disappears, Woody, Buzz and co. set out into the world to find him, resolve his existential crisis, and reunite with Bonnie.

 

Onward will be screened on Tuesday, July 27, at Mullaly Park, Bronx  from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Two teenage elf brothers living in a post-magical world stumble upon a spell that can bring their father back to life. They embark on an epic, heartwarming adventure to see the spell through when it initially only brings back their father’s lower half (i.e. his legs). The event is free!

 

Tom and Jerry will be screened at Playground Fifty-Two (in Playground 52 LII), Bronx on Wednesday, July 28, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. A deep dive into the annals of history to explore the moment when Tom first crossed paths with his nemesis, Jerry. This event is free!

 

Megamind will be screened on Thursday, July 29, at Orchard Beach North picnic area. Megamind: Evil genius Megamind finally defeats his do-gooder nemesis, Metro Man, but is left without a purpose in a superhero-free world.

 

Coco will be screened on Friday, July 30, at Poe Park, Grand Concourse between East 192nd Street and East Kingsbridge. Coco: In this gorgeous animated adventure, a boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors.

 

The Goonies will be screened at Virginia Park, Bronx on Friday, July 30, from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. A group of teenagers finds a map leading to a hidden treasure. They must overcome booby traps, natural obstructions, and a gang of desperate thieves in their race for the loot. This event is free!

 

The Wizard of Oz will be screened on Saturday, July 31, at Stars and Stripes Playground, Baychester and Crawford Avenues
The Wizard of Oz: A young farm girl and her little dog are magically transported into the enchanted land of Oz via a Kansas tornado. As they travel down Oz’s Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard and ask him to send them home, they encounter a wonderful, funny, terrifying and, ultimately, enlightening group of characters, human and otherwise.

 

Please wear a mask if you are unvaccinated or cannot maintain social distance. All individuals should maintain social distancing of six feet during programming, regardless of vaccination status. Wash your hands before attending a program.
Stay home if you are sick. For more information, visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.

 

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG), 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10458, is hosting a Contemporary Dance Series
on Saturdays and Sundays, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. through October 2021. A series of spontaneous outdoor performances celebrate the infinite possibilities of our connection with nature and each other. Go to https://www.nybg.org/event/ for more information on this and other events at NYBG.

 

Pigeonwing Dance
July 25
Founded by 2020 Guggenheim Fellow Gabrielle Lamb, the company chose the name “Pigeonwing” for its blend of airiness and NYC grit. Since its first steps in 2011, Pigeonwing has been presented by the CUNY Dance Initiative, 92Y’s Harkness Dance Festival, Bryant Park, Jacob’s Pillow, and Works and Process at the Guggenheim. In 2018 the Pigeons were the first
dance company commissioned by Symphony Space’s beloved Selected Shorts.

 

Pilobolus
July 31 and August 1, 7, 8, and 14
Pilobolus is a rebellious dance company whose repertoire tests the limits of human physicality to explore the beauty and power of connected bodies. Since 1971 they have appeared in more than 65 countries, and have collaborated with some of the greatest influencers, thinkers, and creators in the world. They will perform excerpts from Alraune and Pilobolus Is a Fungus.
Additional performances are scheduled for August, September, and October with the Paul Taylor Dance Company, BAAD! Bronx Academy of Arts & Dance, Trainor Dance, Ballet Hispánico, and Dance Theatre of Harlem.

 

 

Music

Join the trolley tour of Woodlawn’s Greats of Jazz & Vaudeville with Michael Cumella, AKA DJ Mac on Sunday, July 25, at 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m. Visit the final resting place of these great musicians. Stops on the tour will include George M. Cohan, Nora Bays, Duke Ellington and many more. You will listen to the music of these notable musicians played on a Victrola. Take a step back in time with your host Michael Cumella, aka DJ MAC and join us for the Jazz Age. We ask that all unvaccinated tour participants please wear a mask while on the Trolley. Children over the age of 4 require a ticket for this tour. Tickets are $25 per person, $20 for Members and Seniors.

For tickets for the 11am tour, please click here.

For tickets for the 2pm tour, please click here.

 

Tune in to watch Bronx Live: Old School Hip Hop: Fever Re-Union Throw-Back Concert on Saturday, July 24, at 6 p.m. on Channels 67 Optimum/2133 FiOS in the Bronx, and online at bronxnet.tv.

The concert, which originally aired on May 9th 2015, was in association with the Lehman Center for performing Arts and Sal Abbatiello of Fever Records. In honor of the Legendary Biz Markie, BronxNet will rebroadcast the 38th Anniversary of the legendary Bronx nightclub Disco Fever with a night of Old School Hip Hop: Fever Re-Union Throw-Back Concert.

Along with Biz Markie, the Fever Re-Union concert features performances by Kurtis Blow “The Breaks,” Rob Base “It Takes Two,” Sugarhill Gang “Rappers Delight,” Grandmaster Melle Mel & Scorpio of The Furious Five “The Message,” Soulsonic Force “Planet Rock,” Sweet G “Games People Play,” MC Shan “The Bridge,” Fearless Four “Rockin It,” T-Ski Valley “Catch the Beat,” Spyder-D “Smerphies Dance,” Spoonie Gee “Spooin’ Rap,” Busy Bee Starki “Running Things” and more. Hosted by Sal Abbatiello and Dr Bob Lee. Music by DJ Marley Marl, DJ Hollywood and DJ Brucie B.

NY PopsUp Performances: NY PopsUp is an unprecedented and expansive festival featuring hundreds of pop-up performances that will revitalize the spirits of New Yorkers with the energy of live performances and will jumpstart the state’s live entertainment industry. Tune in to the live streams here.

 

WHEDco and The Bronx Music Heritage Center are hosting a number of virtual events and programs, featuring outstanding Bronx musicians, dancers, poets, and other artists and give people a great opportunity to connect and celebrate. Learn more here

 

​​​​​​​Bronx Arts Ensemble’s Summer Arts program includes the following free online courses: General Music (Vocal), African Drumming & Dance, Yoga/ Meditation/ Community Dialogue, Hip Hop Dance, and Capoeira. Registration is free here.

 

Art

The Bronx Museum of the Arts continues with its five-part exhibition series, “5 Indices of A Tortured Body with The Trans Body” on Saturday, July 24, 2021, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The collaborative effort between artist and choreographer, Zachary Tye Richardson, and designer, Billy Ray Morgan, will feature choreographed movements meant to expand on mourning, identity and love, related to the trans experience. The event runs in conjunction with Richardson’s current solo exhibition at the Bronx Museum of the Arts called “Wardell Milan: Amerika. God Bless You If It’s Good to You.” The former event is free. To register, go to bronxmuseum.org and click the events tab.

 

The Bronx River Arts Center is hosting Summer Art Classes for all ages starting July 6 through Aug. 9, including painting, printmaking, drawing, photography, and ceramics. Most of the classes are being offered in person, but some are taking place over Zoom or in a hybrid format. To register, visit www.bracbx.eventbrite.com.

 

The exhibit Born in Flames: Feminist Futures is on display at the Bronx Museum, now through September 12. The exhibit showcases the visions of contemporary artists. To learn more, visit bronxmuseum.org, select the exhibitions tab and scroll down to locate the event. Tickets to visit the museum can also be purchased at bronxmuseum.org/visit.

 

The exhibit, Wardell Milan: Amerika, God Bless You If It’s Good To You, opens on Wednesday, June 23, at the Bronx Museum and will remain open until October 24. The exhibit showcases 12 new drawings and mixed media created by the artist Wardell Milan. Milan and choreographer, Zachary Tye Richardson, will present new performance works as part of the exhibit. Visit bronxmuseum.org, select the exhibitions tab and scroll down to learn more about the exhibit. Tickets to visit the museum can also be purchased at bronxmuseum.org/visit.

 

Outdoor Watercolor Painting Workshops will be held on Wednesdays from July 7 to July 28, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Soundview Park, 1550 Lafayette Avenue at Field House between Colgate and Boynton avenues, in partnership with the Art Students League Seeds of the League. Artist Jon Bunge will teach you how to draw and paint using nature as your inspiration. Learn about light, color, and design while making art en plein air (outside).

 

Please RSVP to Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov. For more information, visit nyc.gov/parks. Contact accessibility@parks.nyc.gov or
(212) 360-1430 for more information regarding accessibility. For your comfort, bring a mat, blanket, or folding chair to sit on. Please wear a mask if you are unvaccinated or cannot maintain social distance. All individuals should maintain social distancing of six feet during programming, regardless of vaccination status. Wash your hands before attending a program. Stay home if you are sick.

Movement

Are you looking to dance, stomp, clap and shout your way to a healthier you? If so, don’t miss the Whine Fitness carnival dance fitness party on Friday, July 23, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 3225 Reservoir Oval East. The event is free, and all ages and fitness levels are welcome. To register, visit eventbrite.com and search for Whine Fitness.

 

Come learn, play and compete in the 2021 Girls Flag Football Season. Three NYC Parks sites in the Bronx are hosting clinics, leagues, and tournaments for girls. The Weekly Instructional Series/Clinics includes instructional drills and strategies for girls ages 10-17. The Bronx instructional series of Girls Flag Football Clinics will be held July 12  to August 27, for girls ages 10-17. Citywide Flag Football League: September 4 – November 13, 2021, ages 9-17. Age Groups: 6U Coed Instructional Series Only, 8U Coed Instructional Series Only, 10U Coed, 12U Coed, 14U Boys, 14U Girls, 17U Boys, 17U Girls.

 

How to Join: Registration for the Bronx Instructional Series/Clinics is first-come, first-served, and on a rolling basis. Registration Dates: July 8, 2021 to August 27, 2021. Register at https://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/flag-football.

 

Get your body moving this summer at HITT Cross Training Circuit now through Sept. 17 at St. James Place tennis courts. Hosted by the New York City Parks’ department, this free training program for adults combines a variety of exercises to reduce risk of injury and improve overall fitness. The classes are on Monday and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at St. James Recreation Center, located at 2550 Jerome Avenue. Social distancing will be encouraged, regardless of vaccination status. Masks are required for people who are unvaccinated or who are not maintaining a social distance.

                

Outdoor Pool Season at New Van Cortlandt “Cool Pool”  

NYC Parks’ outdoor pools are open from June 26 through Sunday, Sept. 12. Daily hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. Pool capacity is limited for the upcoming season. Social distancing is still recommended, and face coverings will be required to enter the facility.

 

Van Cortlandt Pool is one of this year’s three new Cool Pools, along with Howard and Bushwick pools in Brooklyn. These pools have been transformed with a bright new paint palette, polar-themed art, new umbrellas provided by Poggesi USA, and more! Since 2018, the Cool Pools NYC initiative has upgraded a total of 16 pools, giving New Yorkers the chance to see an old neighborhood amenity in a new way.

 

The NYPD, the Department of Youth and Community Development, the City’s five district attorneys’ offices and several City agency partners, community-based organizations and foundations launched the “Saturday Night Lights” program on July 10 and it continues all year long. The groups have opened 100 gyms across the City for free, high-quality sports programs for kids on Saturday nights, ensuring no indoor gyms will be closed on these nights – the time when they are needed most by kids in city communities.

 

Each Saturday evening, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., children from 11 to 18 years-of-age will be able to enjoy an array of indoor sports, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, dance, martial arts and more. According to the organizers, a key component of the program is bringing cops and kids together. Teams of Youth Coordination Officers from NYPD precincts will be at each of the 100 gymnasiums every Saturday night, helping to coach and participating with members of various Community Based Organizations to interact with young people and help make a lasting and positive impact in their lives.

 

 

Know Before You Go:

For everyone’s safety, we are asking all participants to observe the following guidelines:

– Please wear a mask if you are unvaccinated, or if it makes you feel more comfortable
– All individuals should maintain social distancing of six feet during programming, regardless of vaccination status
– Please wear a mask if social distancing cannot be maintained
– Wash your hands before attending a program
– Stay home if you are sick

 

Other Upcoming Events at Bronx Parks

 

Saturday, July 24, 2021

Movies Under the Stars: Toy Story 4 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

 

Sunday, July 25, 2021

Estuary Paddle 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx

Insect Exploration Hike and Craft 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Palisade Avenue, Kappock Street and Independence Avenue, Henry Hudson Park, Bronx

Monday, July 26, 2021

Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Monday Morning Pitch-In at Bronx Park East 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Monday Morning Pitch-In at St. James Park 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Monday Morning Pitch-In at Devoe Park 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

It’s My Park at Virginia Park 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinics 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinics 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. at Julio Carballo Field, Julio Carballo Fields, Bronx

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Reading and Recreation 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Poe Park, Bronx

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinic 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Movies Under the Stars: Bumblebee 8:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Movies Under the Stars: Onward 8:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. at Mullaly Park, Bronx

Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Arts, Culture & Fun: Watercolor Painting Workshop 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. at Field House, Soundview Park, Bronx

Arts, Culture & Fun: Drawing Workshop 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinics 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinics 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. at Julio Carballo Field, Julio Carballo Fields, Bronx

Movies Under the Stars: Tom and Jerry 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. at Playground Fifty-Two, Playground 52 LII, Bronx

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Dance in the Park 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Playground, Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx

Tidy Thursday 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Starlight Park, Bronx

Toddler Scavenger Hunt 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinics 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Movies Under the Stars: Megamind 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Friday, July 30, 2021

Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Compost Collection and Awareness 8:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m. at Starlight Park, Bronx

Pelham Bay Park Forest Restoration 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Orchard Beach Parking Lot, north, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

Community Paddle on the Bronx River 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx

Project WASTE at Muskrat 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Clinic 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Family Camping: Bronx 6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. at Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

Movies Under the Stars: The Goonies 8:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

 

For all NYC Parks hosted events, masks are required for unvaccinated people or those who cannot maintain social distance. Social distancing is strongly encouraged.