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What A Colorful World!
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
The world is a vibrant place with colors everywhere you look! Join us in exploring the world of colors, including how other animals see colors and the role of colors in nature. Participants will get to make and take home their very own kaleidoscope! Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
Art in the Park: Impressionism
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Channel your inner Monet! Join us as we talk about the history and impact of impressionist art and paint our own masterpieces out in nature. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
Sunny Succulents
Sunday, September 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join an educator in talking about a plant that thrives in the sunshine- succulents! Learn about the different types of succulents and find out what makes them great house plants for beginners. Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
TINY TOTS: Seasons
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
2024 International Beach Clean Up
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Hempstead Lake State Park
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that the Long Island State Park Region will be hosting the 35th Annual New York State Beach Clean-up. The International Coastal Clean-up is a global effort, under the international umbrella of the Ocean Conservancy, in which over 100 countries participate. If you would like to be involved in helping to protect your seashore, become a VOLUNTEER by please call parks directly for specific times and more information! Certificates will be provided for each participant. Free to public; vehicle use fee in effect at all parks.
Registration: Not required
Self Care Saturday
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
September is National Self Care Month! Join us in making natural products that you can use at home to pamper yourself. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
Falling Into Nature
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Happy first day of Fall! Celebrate the start of Fall with an educator! We will take a short hike, talk about the changes we will see in nature during this time of year, and create a Fall-inspired craft. Family Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
Mythological Creatures
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Have you ever wondered where the legends of fairies and unicorns come from? Join us for a discussion on folklore and its relationship to nature and a scavenger hunt. Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required
Magnificent Mycology
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Did you know mushrooms are more similar to humans than plants? Join us in learning all about the fascinating world of fungi through discussions and hands on learning activities! Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit
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Registration: Not required