Upcoming Events at Fort Tryon Park
in September 2013
A Toast To Fort Tryon Park
Tuesday, September 17, 2013, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
in the Heather Garden at Fort Tryon Park
Join us in honoring children’s educator and local mom, Julia Attaway, for her work in Fort Tryon Park, inspiring kids to question and admire the natural world around them. Wine and dine overlooking the Hudson among the breath-taking blossoms of the Heather Garden in Fort Tryon Park. Celebrate the final days of summer with fine wine provided by Cabrini Wines, tasty local beer provided by Dyckman Beer Co. and live jazz from The Leonisa Ardizzone Quartet at this annual beer and wine tasting benefit for Fort Tryon Park.
All proceeds go to sustaining and revitalizing Fort Tryon Park!
Take advantage of their advanced purchase discounting, 25% off! Purchase your tickets now at www.FortTryonParkTrust.org.
Mark Your Calendars for A Migratory Birding Walk
Saturday, September 7, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Meet at Margaret Corbin Circle Entrance to Fort Tryon Park
Which birds stay? Which birds go? And where are they going? Join expert naturalist Mike Feller for a nature walk in Fort Tryon Park to learn about the migratory birds of the season.
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides.
Mike Feller’s Nature Walks in Northern Manhattan Parks are generously supported by the Greenacre Foundation and the Fort Tryon Park Trust.
RSVP to Redesign Javits Using Science and Math
Sunday, September 15, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
In Javits Playground at Fort Tryon Park
After the weather cancellation in the spring, it’s time to redesign Javits playground! Join Dr. Leonisa Ardizzone of Storefront Science and use math, science and engineering to measure, plot and design your own improvements to their local playground.
There is a 15 children capacity for this event. Pre-registration is required. Please register in advance at [email protected] with “Register” in the subject line and in the body of the email, the parent/guardian name and the child’s name and age as well as the best email address at which to reach you back.
Appropriate for ages 7-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.