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Fri 31 Jan
Beginner Stargazing
Friday, January 31, 2025 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Join us for stargazing at the Gericke Farm: 2876 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309. Learn about different constellations, the stories behind them, and view them through our telescope! All ages. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Thu 30 Jan
The Green Pages: Nature-focused Book Club
Thursday, January 30, 2025 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Share your love of nature and books at this adult nature-focused book club led by Richmondtown Library librarians! This is an "open" book club where attendees can discuss any book/article they've been reading that relates to nature. This month's suggested book is The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. Reserve a copy at any NYPL location or digitally through Simply E or Libby. Adults only. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Tue 28 Jan
Tot Time
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Sat 25 Jan
Maple Tap Fest
Saturday, January 25, 2025 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Learn how to tap maple trees during this volunteer event! We will be tapping every tree we will use for the entire 2025 maple syrup season. Includes up to 1-mile hike. Ages 6+. Registration required. Click here register - note tickets go on sale Jan 6th at 9am.
Registration: Required
Sat 25 Jan
Maple Tap Fest
Saturday, January 25, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Learn how to tap maple trees during this volunteer event! We will be tapping every tree we will use for the entire 2025 maple syrup season. Includes up to 1-mile hike. Ages 6+. Registration required. Click here register - note tickets go on sale Jan 6th at 9am.
Registration: Required
Tue 21 Jan
Tot Time
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Sat 18 Jan
Art in the Park: Winter Wonderland Crafts
Saturday, January 18, 2025 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Join us to make snowmen, penguins, and snowflakes that belong in a winter wonderland! All materials provided. Drop in anytime. All ages. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Thu 16 Jan
Seasonal Crafting for Seniors: Aromatherapy Hand Warmers
Thursday, January 16, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Make a small, reusable, pocket size warmer for minor aches needing warm attention. Socialize with peers and enjoy the scenery of our gorgeous park on an optional hike. All materials provided. Ages 55+. Click here to register. Future date: Wood-burned Tree Cookie Coasters 2/13/25.
Registration: Required
Tue 14 Jan
Tot Time
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required