Out and about… – Page 18

Where do you want to go today?

Posted on September 11, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Out and about..., Specialty Items, Thoughts.., Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own.

I love to travel, do to things. I would schedule every minute of each day that we are on vacation. RNYD, not so much. He would prefer to stay closer to home, and likes to relax (we balance each other well). Recently, (A) has asked about going to Disney (ok for almost a year now) but we were hesitant to spend the money since he and (E) were so young. We are thinking that this coming spring/summer would be a good time because (A) will be 5 and (E) will be 2. My crazy Type A personality wants to research and plan everything, I of course already have a Pinterest Board dedicated to it, but there is just too much information. I have so many questions. Did you know that you need to book your trip at least 6 months out so that you aren’t closed out of character breakfasts and other great opportunities??? I haven’t been to Disney since I was 13, I have no idea where to start. I am completely overwhelmed. That’s where Scott Walters comes in.

It seems so simple, but often deciding on where to go on vacation can become very stressful. There is an amazing amount of material available on the internet, from TV and so forth, but there are so many advantages of using a travel agent. In fact, all of the information out there may become overwhelming and daunting, especially if you don’t get to travel often. A good travel agent will start with a needs assessment to determine what kind of vacation style you have. This assessment will address important questions to aid them in their planning.

Such questions include:

Do you prefer all-inclusive resorts, cruises, theme parks, cities, the country, beach, mountains, maybe historical sites?
Do you travel with the whole family?
Would you like to get away for a romantic weekend?
Do you want to stay close by but still not be at home?
Do you want to travel with a group or do you prefer to be alone?

A travel agent will work WITH YOU to give you the best offer. Most importantly, a travel agent will understand your budget, and work within it to offer you an amazing experience at the best value. Scott is a full service travel agent with specialized training for Disney, Universal, Carnival, Princess, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and many land based resorts throughout the world. He has traveled throughout the US, Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and China and offers you his expertise at no charge. He will even throw in a thank you gift for booking and have a referral program for friends, family and even enemies.

Feel free to call Scott at 845-558-1225, email me at scott@madhatteradv.com, or go to my Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/scottatmadhatter?ref_type=bookmark. He looks forward to working WITH you to make sure you have the vacation that will have memories to last you a lifetime.

Adventure Week Day 5- Constructing Memories at LEGOLAND Westchester

Posted on September 5, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Reviews, Thoughts.., Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post as we were invited for the day to LEGOLAND Westchester. All opinions expressed are my own.

Friday, Day 5: LEGOLAND Westchester

For our final daytrip adventure (looking for some, click here) we decided to stay a little closer to home. Just a hop skip and a jump away in Westchester we are lucky enough to have an awesome place to spend the day. It took us just 20 minutes by car to get there and we were so excited. For his recent birthday (4years old) (A) received his first sets of LEGOs. From then on he has been obsessed. We have had to go to the store for countless sets that we need to construct. What could be more perfect for a culminating trip than a trip to a world of LEGOs?

Right from the get go it was amazing. You have an opportunity to pose for a silly LEGO picture that you can purchase as a reminder later on. We HAD to do that (photo obsessed??). Then you get to go inside and experience an interactive presentation on how LEGOs are made, you even get a small painted LEGO as a souvenir! From there the real fun begins. You get to go on a ride that had all of us engaged and smiling (ages 12 months to 30-some odd years old).

The family gets ready for our first ride. (Riders must be able to sit by themselves, I held (E) just for the picture)

Once through you have the opportunity to view and purchase your photos… You get to marvel at the creations of the masterbuilders throughout (I won’t spoil all of that for you by telling you what they are). It’s truly awe inspiring.

(A) plays with one of the interactive displays put together by the Masterbuilders.

There is much to do for so many different ages. It would be difficult to name them all so I will name those that (A) and (E) enjoyed the most. There is a really cool indoor playground that (A) could have run around all day. There are even giant rubber LEGO’s in there to play with. That is in the center of the other action, so you can always return to it. Circled around the room are some interactive play areas where you can build and test your creations for speed and stability (a little mature for (A) right now, but I am certain he will truly enjoy soon). There is also a play area for little ones that (E) really enjoyed, a play house with fun activities (even a little karaoke…), another cool ride, a special movie, and a ninja training camp. Oh yes and in case you get hungry, there is also a café.

(A)’s favorites… The rides, and ninja training camp, oh and he says also the playground (and the store).

(E)’s favorites… Climbing in the LEGO pits, and running around, also riding the masterbuilder creations.

As you can read, there is more than enough fun to keep you busy for hours (I believe we were there for 4 and a half, which was (E)’s limit but (A) would have stayed longer). What is great is that you can stay and revisit rides and exhibits as many times as you like. The lines were relatively short and there was a lot to look at while you wait.

When you are done running around you exit through the LEGO store, where they have so many different fun sets and accessories you can choose from (we assumed this in advance and saved a bit of his birthday money for him to choose a set to bring home). (A) chose the castle set and even RocklandNYDad (RNYD) got in on the action (being a big kid himself) purchasing a superhero set to play with.

What is super cool about LEGOLAND? They have a schedule of special events that happen all of the time that you can see. Including (but not limited to) a Star Wars themed day (oh my, that would be heaven) AND they even do grown up nights for big kids (like RNYD) so that they can go and play too. If you don’t have kids and would really like to check it out, make sure that you wait until one of those scheduled nights, adults are not permitted out without a child escort.

Greenburgh Nature Center Weekday, and Weekend Programs

Posted on September 4, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about... .

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NOVEMBER WEEKDAY CLASSES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

NATURE SERIES PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

(6-week class – 2 sessions available)

Children and parents or caregivers come for an hour of nature fun. Dress for outdoor activity. Except in extreme weather conditions, a portion of each class is spent outdoors. Admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program.

PRE-REGISTRATION & PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED. Tuition per 6-week session—if you join mid-session, rates will be pro-rated. Fees: Members: $50 per child. Non-members: $90 per child.

PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED

Wild Encounters Storytime (3-5 years old)

Nature discovery for youngsters, with a parent or caregiver. Enjoy a nature themed story and discover the wonders of nature while exploring fields, forests, or landscaped grounds. Let your imagination run wild!

MON 1:30-2:30PM

SESSION 7- OCT 6, 13, 20, 27, NOV 3, 10

SESSION 8 – Nov 17, 24, DEC 1, 8, 15, 22

Mother Nature’s Storytime (2-4 years old)

Children, with parent or caregiver, enjoy fall days at the center with nature themed stories, nature walks, live animals, and/or crafts.

WED 10-11AM

SESSION 7- OCT 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, NOV 5

SESSION 8 – Nov 12, 19, 26, DEC 3, 10, 17

WEEKLY SUNDAY WALKS FOR ALL AGES

TEACHING TRAILS: A COMMUNITY PATH FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

(With generous support from Con Edison

EVERY SUNDAY AT 11:30AM (NOV 2, 9, 23, 30)

(NOTE: No walk November 16 due to special event)

Join us for a Guided Trail Experience through the woodland forest. Discover who left that track, which tree makes the best animal home, or which mushrooms make the best dinner. Program runs approximately 45 minutes. FREE

NOVEMBER EVENING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:

WED, NOV 12, 7PM REFRESHMENTS / 7:30PM PROGRAM – SIERRA CLUB- SUSTAINABLE WESTCHESTER—WHAT’S THE PLAN FOR GREEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT? – The Northern Westchester Energy Action Consortium

(NWEAC) and the Southern Westchester Action Consortium (SWEAC) have been blazing new paths toward sustainability by assisting their respective member municipalities in reducing reliance on fossil fuels, adopting sustainable policies and practices, and stimulating new “green” economic activity. These two dynamic organizations have merged to form a new nonprofit entity, Sustainable Westchester. Meet the leaders and learn about initiatives to facilitate regional scale cooperation and turning environmental challenges into opportunities. Program presented in partnership with the Sierra Club Lower Hudson Group; designed for adults and high school students. FREE and handicapped accessible.

NOVEMBER WEEKEND PROGRAMS

All program fees are per person and include admission to indoor exhibits and Animal Museum. Space is limited; pre-payment and pre-registration are required for some events. Children under 2 are free. Admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program.

SAT, NOV 1, 2PM

FAIRY TEA PARTY

Explore our magical forest trails and have a tea party in our enchanted fairy circle! Make your own nature-inspired fairy wand to take home. Members $5, Non-members $8

SUN, NOV 2, 2PM

BEAR–FOOT STORYTIME

Join us for storytime, based on our popular Wild Encounters Storytime held weekly on Monday afternoons. This hour long program includes a story, live animals, and a nature-themed activity. Recommended for children ages 2-6. Members $5, Non-members $8

SAT, NOV 8, 2PM

NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT

Celebrate autumn and all of its wonder while honing your wildlife sighting skills! On this naturalist led scavenger hunt, use your ‘eagle eyes’ to find items, roam the trails, and discover nature’s beauty. (Approximate ½ mile hike) Members $5, Non-members $8

SUN, NOV 9, 2PM

FALL DISCOVERY WALK

Join a naturalist to look for fall happenings in our forest. Search for native trees and wildlife along the way. FREE for Members, Non-members $8

SAT, NOV 15, 2PM

MEET THE ANIMALS

Join us for an informative program that allows you to get up close and hands-on with some of the Nature Center’s live animals! What wild fun will you have today? Members $5, Non-members $8

SUN, NOV 16, 1:30PM

TURKEY SCAVENGER HUNT

Bring your toddlers to our traditional “turkey token” hunt along a woodland trail. After the hunt, all “gobblers” can enjoy snacks and nature crafts. Members $6, Non-members $9. Event held Rain or Shine. No Refunds.

SAT, NOV 22, 2PM

MIGRATE, HIBERNATE, OR ADAPT

The weather is getting colder and the days are becoming shorter. People adapt to warm houses and grocery store food, but what about the animals? Grab your coat and join us to meet some amazing animals and learn about their cold weather survival skills. Members $5, Nonmembers $8

SUN, NOV 23, 2PM

WHIRLING, TWIRLING, AND FALLING DOWN

When the leaves turn red, orange, brown, and gold we all become children, no matter how old! Join us for some raking, piling, and leaf pile jumping. Learn just what makes leaves turn colors in the fall, and what you can do with your leaves at home to make your yard blossom next spring. Each child makes special leaf art to take home and treasure. Members $5, Non-members $8

THUR, NOV 27,

MANOR HOUSE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

SAT, NOV 29, 10AM-4:30PM

TRAINS—YOUR TICKET TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Display of model trains, presented by the Yonkers Model Railroad Club. Members FREE, Non-members: Adults $10, Seniors $9, Children ages 2 to 12 $8. Includes admission to all Manor House exhibits. No Refunds.

SUN, NOV 30, 10AM-4:30PM

TRAINS—YOUR TICKET TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

INFORMATION

The Greenburgh Nature Center is a 33-acre woodland preserve with trails, a pond, gardens, a playground, and outdoor animal exhibits, including a birds of prey aviary. Our indoor exhibits include a live animal museum with over 100 specimens, exhibit areas focusing on nature and the environment, and a greenhouse with botanical exhibits. We offer special programs for groups of all ages on a wide range of environmental topics, camps and birthday parties, either here or at your location. We also have a variety of volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels.

The mission of the Greenburgh Nature Center is to offer inspiring, hands-on environmental education experiences, to foster an appreciation of nature, and to promote sustainable practices.

The Nature Center is located at 99 Dromore Road, off Central Park Avenue, in Scarsdale, NY. Parking is free, and handicapped parking is available. The Nature Center’s grounds are open daily dawn to dusk throughout the year. The Center’s indoor exhibits are open daily (except CLOSED Fridays and a few holidays), 9:30AM – 4:30PM on weekdays and 10AM – 4:30PM on weekends. For more information, visit our website at www.greenburghnaturecenter.org or call 914-723-3470.

Adventure Day 4- Making a Splash at Sahara Sams Oasis!

Posted on August 29, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Reviews .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post as we were invited for the day to Sahara Sams. All opinions expressed are my own.

Thursday, Day 4: Sahara Sams Oasis

The family has yet to visit a water park so we figured this was the perfect time. We chose Sahara Sams because it is close to Philly (where my sister in law lives) so it lends itself to a visit with family as well. The other great thing that attracted us? It’s got an indoor section, so even if it was raining, we could still go and have a great time. This made planning really easy. I remember being so bummed out when (A) was 2 and we went to Hershey for a soccer tournament that I was coaching. We were so excited for him to get to go to his first amusement park. The first time we were free for the afternoon we went to the factory to check that out. We planned to go to the park the next day. Then it rained, we didn’t want to bring a 2 year old out in the rain all day so we headed home. We had already purchased the tickets, and didn’t get a chance to go back :o(. There is no fear of that here so we knew that we could ear mark a day and go rain or shine.

Upon arrival I was impressed. I try not to do too much research before I go somewhere, I am always looking for my honest opinion. Sahara Sams has an arcade, the indoor water park, and outdoor facilities. Lots to do. We stayed inside for the most part, which was great. It was easy to keep track of (A) and (E) and enough fun that we spent 4 hours running around there without needing the other attractions. There is even a full café if you get hungry.

What did we do? What did (A) like? Well, there was a kiddie area for kids 36” and below which worked really well for both him and (E). Being at the in between height meant that he could also run around many of the other parts (not the large slides, or the surfing simulation, he was too young, but totally uninterested anyway). He loved the little tube slide, and we spent hours in the adventure river.

(A) and (E) play with a small water geyser (for almost a half hour, they were enjoying it so much I couldn’t stop them).

(A) going down the small slide in the “Kiddie” area.

(E) hangs (he he he) in one of the water swings.

(A) in some more of the water fun in the “Kiddie” area.

The tube slide for (A)’s age group was at the top of this big water jungle gym. While the kids waited patiently online, there were lots of different water squirters to play with and catch other people off guard. It was pretty funny. At one point a group of giggly kids got me when I least expected it.

Even RNYM got in on the fun!

The adventure river was great. (A), and RNYD got their own tubes, and (E) and I rode together. That was really cool. As you know she is only 1, but with a life vest (which they have available to use for FREE), she was able to ride on my lap. She loved it. There were a few really cool water falls which made it interesting. It moved nice and slow and was only 3 feet the whole way around, so we could all touch down any time we needed to.

(A) lounges in the Adventure River.

Main points that I would like to point out as a mom. It was clean and it was safe. I’d like to focus on the safe part because water parks are a scary place if you are a parent. For kids it’s all about the fun, but for us it’s a whole lot of worry. There were lockers that you could rent ($27 for a small locker, $20 is a deposit that you get back when you return your key) to put your items in. Aside from that, I put my towels down in a chair (unlabeled) and came back several times, they were still there untouched (and they are very nice towels). There were like a million lifeguards, and not the type you often see. They were diligent. Always moving, always eyes on the water, always communicating with one another. I watched several shift changes where BOTH lifeguards double checked the water before one left and the other took over. THAT was awesome.

This was (A)’s first trip down the slide. It really shows how attentive the lifeguards are. He was warned by the top guard that he was nervous, and so he was ready when (A) got there.

Oh and another bonus that I didn’t think of until a few days later? Since we stayed inside for the most part, I didn’t have to stress about sunscreen all day long (especially in the water).

If you need another reason to take a visit, it’s really easy to come up with one. Right behind Sahara Sams Oasis is their other theme park Diggerland (which I will review soon). That makes for a great (really long day) or an awesome weekend. They have a bundle which you can purchase with tickets for both included.

My Sweet Pea- Keeps Getting Better!

Posted on August 11, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Classes for Kids, Out and about..., Reviews, Specialty Items, We're Having a Party .

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own.

If you love good service and quality as much as I do, then you are already a big fan of My Sweet Pea Children’s Boutique in New City (click for my account of my first visit). If you haven’t been there yet, go the next time you need a special gift for that special little one and you won’t be disappointed. In fact, tell her I sent you.

They have such a good thing going that the owner Sheri has big plans, starting this September (2014). Would you like to be in on the secret (or not so secret since there is a big sign out front)? My Sweet Pea is moving to a larger location, yes you heard correctly, larger. At the boutique’s new address (14 N. Main Street, New City; the Dunkin Donuts/Carvel Shopping Center) Sheri will be able to carry MORE wonderful merchandise (including Halloween Costumes!), while still providing you with the type of personal attention that you have grown to know and love. In addition to the expanded product line, there will also be more accessible parking, a more spacious, comfortable store, and expanded availability (7 days with more hours). Sold yet?

A sneak peek at the new store!

In addition to the amazing services that My Sweet Pea already provides (cakes, favors, customization, personal shopping, theme décor, registries, extended hours when necessary to name a few), there will be children’s arts and crafts classes, and cake decorating classes for mommies and daddies!

My Sweet Pea Boutique presents Classes by Katy, a series of project-based craft and cake-decorating workshops for children and adults (and yes we will check both of them out, letting you know what we thought). Children ages 18 months -14 years are invited to select from craft workshops focusing on projects from silly hand-made creatures to personalized wall art (schedule to come). Cake decorating classes will cover basic to advanced decorating techniques, for both children and adults. These will be taught by a certified Wilton instructor. Classes can be purchased either individually or in multi-class packages. Have a Girl Scout Troop that needs a badge, or a birthday party to plan? Yeah, they can do that too. Please call for more information 845-638-BABY (2229), including class dates, times, prices, and themes.

A little tease of the room where the new classes will take place!

With the new store coming along all we can do is sit back anticipate all of the new goodies we will find when we get there. The “soft” opening will be sometime in September and the “hard” opening will be in October, just in time to pre-order your Holiday gifts. They are currently still open at their old location 159 S Main through August as they begin to prepare for the move so don’t fret if you need something, Sheri and her staff are always there!

As a side-note Sheri’s other business SOHN Real Estate (845) 639-HOME (4663) will be moving along with My Sweet Pea (see below) but more on that later :o).

Wednesday, Day 3: New Jersey State Fair Sussex County, NJ.

Posted on August 9, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Reviews, Uncategorized .

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Wednesday, Day 3: New Jersey State Fair Sussex County, NJ.

My step-father is very into farms and animals having at their place a pony, a horse, 5 dogs, pheasants, and chickens (yes crazy, but really fun to visit especially for the kids). As an enthusiast, he visits lots of the county fairs at this time of year. His favorite by far is the New Jersey Fair which is going on this week so we took a trip!

It’s a little over an hour away from Rockland and if you plan to go, make sure that you go early and stay for the day. There is so much to see and do! There are tons of animals to see and touch, refreshments galore, a circus, pig races, local art, an old machine house where you can see old fashioned machines at work, tractors, rides (live and also carnival style), monster truck rides, live music, and a feeding zoo complete with its own giraffe!

Kids 5 and under are free, there is senior and veteran discounts.
Bathrooms are clean and monitored.
Bring your maneuverable stroller again, there are hills and bumps in some areas.
Many of the attractions are free including the circus and petting zoo (you need to buy the food though to feed the animals) :o)
Wear good walking shoes you will be on your feet a long time.
There are ATMS if you should need one.

(A) and (E) pet bunnies.

Feeding the animals.

Watching baby chicks hatch.

“Adventure” Week 2014 Day 2- Beach Day

Posted on August 8, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Uncategorized .

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Tuesday, Day 2: Bradley Beach, NJ

We needed to get a day in at the beach so we drove down the GSP to exit 100B where an Aunt of mine has a beach house. You can park and pay for the day to go on the beach ($9 per adult, kids 12 and under are free). Although the waves were a little rough (yellow-flag day) we had a fantastic time. We put up our sun shades and played in the sand for ages. There were plenty of little seashells scattered all over the sand for the kids to find (always a plus) and it was very clean.

Mostly families in attendance, everyone was playing and having a good time. We brought our own food and snacks and really just lounged for the entire day. Since it was a Tuesday, we also missed most of the crowds both during our drive and on the beach itself. That’s the way I really enjoy the beach. We didn’t really do much else although I know that the boardwalk extends very far down the coast and is nice for a long walk if you were inclined to go and do that. Also available is Bocci Courts, mini golf, and a great new playground. It’s a very family oriented area nice and calm, extremely quiet. It was a fantastic day. So relaxing, and you know how kids sleep after a day of fresh sea air…

The kids walk on the beach.

(E) builds her sand castles.

Aunt MB and (A) lounge in the shade.

(E) and I snuggle up for the camera.

Our “Adventure” Week 2014 Part I!

Posted on August 8, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Thoughts.. .

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Our vacation for a week to Cape Cod was cancelled last minute and we had put the time aside for family. We decided to take our own advice and do a week of “adventures” from our day trips page. I will recount each of our trips for you to help you to decide if the trip is one that you might make with your family on your next “adventure.”

Our first trip was to the New York Renaissance Faire in Tuxedo, NY. We had a great time. It began this past weekend and goes through the end of September. I have wanted to take (A) for quite some time now, but was afraid that he was too young. He was a great age this year at 4 and from what we saw, it will be even cooler as he gets older.

(A) in time out, Renaissance Style.

There are several things you should keep in mind:

Go to your local Walgreens and pre-purchase tickets (they are $5 cheaper).
Kids 5 and under are free!!!
If you have a little one, bring your most maneuverable stroller as the roads are dirt and bumpy. There is plenty of room to get around there with one.
Bring your cash (the line at Ye Olde ATM was really long). Most places there also take cards if you forget so don’t fret.
If you plan to have one of those olde time family pictures done, I recommend doing that right away, it takes a little while for them to edit and print it, so much easier to do it and then go back later for your memory than to wait around for it with kids asking when you can move on.
Check the calendar of events they have some really neat things that they do (arrival of the queen by boat, jousting, magic show, to name a few). If there is one that you might really enjoy (or the kids) you want to make sure that you get there in time.

We winged it for the most part. As our kids are pretty young we opted to go and walk around enjoying the atmosphere, playing games etc. We didn’t think that they would sit really well for most of the shows. Some highlights??

(A) got to pet dragons both real and fake (little lizard dragons, and puppets). Really neat because he loves “How to Train your Dragon” which is really hot right now with his age group.

(A) gets to pet a puppet dragon.

(A) holds a REAL dragon.

Souvenirs: (A) purchased a shield and battle ax, and (E) got a flower crown, which we can bring with us next year.

(A) chooses his weapons.

My pretty maiden.

RNYD actually took an olde time photo with us ;O)
The Mead in Cider was delish!
Actors are so friendly! They stopped us several times to play with (A) and (E) and have cute conversations, they pose for pictures and in that heat too!

An actor stops to play with (A).

Great games to play for all ages (probably 3 and up). There were several that he was a little too young for, but in the future he cannot wait to play. (A) particularly liked the ping pong ball crossbow.

(A) and daddy with the ping pong crossbow.

(A) slays a dragon.

Subway Sounds at the NYC Transit Museum

Posted on July 31, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post from one of our day trip listings.

Contact:
Eli Rumpf (718) 694-4915
eli.rumpf@nyct.com

Subway Sounds

Live music on Transit Museum’s historic subway platform

Saturday and Sunday, August 9 – 10, 11:30 am – 4 pm

On the weekend of August 9 and 10, the Transit Museum will get groovy with two full days of live music! With a memorable backdrop of vintage subway cars on the Museum’s platform level, guests will enjoy family-friendly performances from a classical string quartet, percussionist, clarinetist, oud player, jazz guitarist, vocalist, and more! This special “Underground Summer!” event is free with Museum admission, and no registration is required. Music will be ongoing from 11:30 am to 4 pm on both days.

The Transit Museum is housed in the decommissioned but still operational Court Street subway station, opened by the IND in 1936. The platform level features over 20 vintage subway cars dating back to the turn of the century, from classic 1904 wooden rolling stock originally used on the old Brooklyn Els to the subway car design that set the standard in 1914. Don’t miss this chance to dance amid transit history!

What:             Subway Sounds
Where:           New York Transit Museum
Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, Downtown Brooklyn
When:             Saturday and Sunday, August 9 – 10, 11:30 am – 4 pm
Admission:     FREE with paid Museum admission:
                            $7 Adults
                            $5 Children 2-17 and Seniors (62+)
                            Free for Museum members and children under 2

Greenburgh Nature Center- Live Butterfly Exhibit Extended One More Week!!

Posted on July 24, 2014 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Out and about..., Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post from a daytrip directory member.

What: Live Butterfly Exhibit EXTENDED FOR ONE WEEK
Where: Greenburgh Nature Center
When: Now through August 10 from 10AM-3PM (CLOSED FRIDAYS)
How Much: Free for members and children under 2; $9 for adults, $8 for seniors/students, $7 for children ages 2-12.

For further information, call (914) 723-3470 or go to: www.greenburghnaturecenter.org

BUTTERFLIES ARE HERE AND STAYING LONGER– EXHIBIT EXTENDED ONE WEEK DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

NOW THROUGH SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 – WALK AMONG LIVE BUTTERFLIES – EXHIBIT EXTENDED ONE WEEK DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND – Join us for our 5^th annual butterfly exhibit running now through Sunday, August 10th. The hoop structure housing the butterflies is located in our meadow, providing a natural setting for both visitors and butterflies. You can also walk through our meadow and enjoy the beautiful flowers and plants growing there.

The exhibit is open daily from 10AM-3PM except Fridays and in extreme weather conditions. Visitors MUST stop by the Manor House first to pay admission and to receive a stamp in order to enter the hoop house. This exhibit is FREE for members but members still need to obtain a stamp in order to enter the exhibit.

When you enter the exhibit, in addition to colorful and fragrant flowering plants, you are greeted by native butterflies. Flying freely among the greenery, you are sure to see Monarchs, Painted Ladies, Swallowtails and other New York native butterflies fluttering from blossom to blossom in search of nourishing nectar, or you may catch sight of them resting in a shady spot to cool off, or see them sipping water from a puddle.

While enjoying the beauty of these delicate creatures, you have an opportunity to learn about the life cycle of a butterfly from egg, to caterpillar, to chrysalis, to butterfly – and about the unique relationship between specific plants and butterflies.

Find out how you can help butterflies by conserving or restoring butterfly habitats. We strive to increase public awareness and education about nature and animals, through exhibits such as this one.

The exhibit is appropriate for all ages and fee includes admission to our Animal Museum. FREE for members!

Sponsored in part by California Pizza Kitchen, Central Animal Hospital, Geraldine Stutz Trust, Inc., Gymboree Play & Music, Houlihan Lawrence (Scarsdale), Macaroni Kid, Mathnasium, NEA Federal Credit Union, SavATree, ShopRite (Scarsdale), Snip-Its (Scarsdale), Wayback Burgers, Westchester Greenhouses, WFAS Radio, Whole Foods Market Westchester, Greenburgh Parks & Recreation, Town of Greenburgh, and Westchester County Parks.

Additional Butterfly Programs:

SAT, AUG 2, 2pm – BOLD, BEAUTIFUL, BREATHTAKING BUTTERFLIES – From chrysalis to butterfly, come learn all about butterflies and what makes them fascinating and important to our world. Join a Nature Center naturalist for a visit amid the live butterflies in our flight house, and take a tour through the life cycle of a butterfly. Stay and make your own beautiful butterfly craft! Recommended for children ages 8 and younger. Members $5, Non-Members $8 per person

PRIVATE BUTTERFLY EXPERIENCE – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – NOW THROUGH AUG 10 –For a limited time only, you and a small group of family and/or friends can experience an intimate and up-close engagement in our Butterfly Exhibit. This private session includes a personal tour (up to ten people) with a senior naturalist, a golf cart ride through the grounds (seats four people at a time), and a personalized package containing a certificate acknowledging the naming and release of an individual butterfly, a photograph of the event, and a fact sheet on butterflies. Great for all ages. Cost: $150 per group (see or contact the receptionist for booking or more details at 914-723-3470).

The Greenburgh Nature Center is a 33-acre woodland preserve with trails, a pond, gardens, a playground, and outdoor animal exhibits, including a birds of prey aviary. Our indoor exhibits include a live animal museum with over 100 specimens, exhibit areas focusing on nature and the environment, a greenhouse with botanical exhibits, and a gift shop. We offer special programs for groups of all ages on a wide range of environmental topics, camps and birthday parties, either here or at your location. We also have a variety of volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels.

The mission of the Greenburgh Nature Center is to offer inspiring, hands-on environmental education experiences, to foster an appreciation of nature, and to promote sustainable practices.

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