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Wednesday, October 28

Wetland Wednesdays

Wetland Wednesdays

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance · Kingsbridge Heights

Hands-on restoration in the park’s wetlands and floodplain. What we do shifts with the season — check the individual date before you sign up. By season: water chestnut removal on Van Cortlandt Lake in summer; phragmites control and planting native willows and shrubs in fall. When: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where: Van Cortlandt Golf House — meet outside the VCPA offices next to the bathrooms Bring: clothes that can get wet and muddy, water bottle, sunscreen. Long sleeves and boots for the phragmites dates. Tools, gloves and training provided. No experience needed. Ages 15+ welcome (minors need waiver). RSVP Now. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org to schedule separate event for a modest fee.

Ages 15+
Youth Run Farm Stand

Youth Run Farm Stand

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance · Kingsbridge Heights

We are very excited to bring our Youth Run Farmstand featuring fresh local produce at affordable prices back! Wednesdays 2-7pm from July 8 to October 28 Train Park (Gale Place and Orloff Avenue) We accept WIC, FMNP Checks, EBT, Snap, Fresh Connect Checks, Cash and Credit/Debit.

Friday, October 30

Forest Fridays

Forest Fridays

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance · Kingsbridge Heights

Join us for forest restoration work at a new work location. Your work opens the forest floor for native wildflowers, oak seedlings, and the understory waiting underneath. When: Fridays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM New Location: Van Cortlandt Park — meeting at the Classic Playground on the southern end of the park. What to bring: Clothes that can get dirty, sturdy shoes, water bottle, sunscreen. Tools and gloves provided. RSVP Now. Ages 15+ welcome (minors need signed waiver: https://vancortlandt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/VCPA_Waiver_Form_2019.pdf) Limited to 30 volunteers per shift. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org

Ages 15+

Sunday, November 1

Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day Ceremony

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance · Kingsbridge Heights

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance & Bronx Community Board 8 Veterans Day Ceremony Memorial Grove • Van Cortlandt Park Sunday, November 1, 2026 • 12 PM This year, the program will include: – Procession and posting of the American Flag – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and singing of the National Anthem – Remarks by local War Veterans – Remarks by local elected officials and Community Board 8

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