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Monthly Calendar of Central Park Events
Year-round there is always something going on in the Park. You'll find free Central Park events including activities for families and kids, tours and recreational activities. The Central Park Conservancy also holds ticketed events with proceeds going to benefit Central Park. Browse our various calendars and we're sure you'll find something interesting and fun to do.
February 2012
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| January 29, 2012 12:30PM | |
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| Tu B'Shevat Celebration | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Sunday, January 29, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Celebrate the Jewish New Year of the Trees by participating in an interactive storytelling musical performan... |
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| January 29, 2012 2:00PM | |
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| A Road Once Traveled Tour | |
| The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they... |
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| January 29, 2012 2:30PM | |
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| Ice Hockey for Beginners | |
| At Lasker Rink, 108th Street mid-Park Learn the fundamentals of ice hockey in this 10-week clinic that includes individual skills development and group play. Includes skate rental and all hockey equipment. For ages 6 – 8. Pre-registration r... |
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| January 30, 2012 4:00PM | |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| February 1, 2012 12:30PM | |
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| After School Ice Skating - Session 1 | |
| Lasker Rink, 107th Street mid-Park Ice Skating Learn the basics of ice-skating through group and individual instruction. Includes skate rental and skating pass for each session date. For ages 6 – 13. Pre-registration required; call 212-348-... |
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| February 1, 2012 4:00PM | |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 2, 2012 12:30PM | |
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| Family Craft Friday | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Craft a different nature-inspired masterpiece each Friday from January through March. Free. Families only; no groups, please. For more informati... |
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| February 3, 2012 3:00PM | |
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| Central Park Bagel Bark | |
| The Pool (on the north path between 103rd Street and the Pool) Bagel Bark Munch on pastries, bagels, and coffee with fellow dog walkers during off-leash hours courtesy of the Central Park Conservancy's Central Park Paws. Bagel Barks happen m... |
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| February 4, 2012 7:30AM | |
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| Health and Race Walking | |
| Departs from the North Meadow Recreation Center (mid-Park at 97th St.) Every Saturday, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Enjoy views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit. Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club leads walks at a moderate to brisk pace... |
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| February 4, 2012 9:30AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| February 4, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 4, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 4, 2012 2:30PM | |
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| Seneca Village Tour | |
| Inside the Park at 85th Street and Central Park West Seneca Village was Manhattan's first known community of African-American property owners, on land that would become Central Park. Learn about the history of the village, the property owners, and wh... |
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| February 5, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Castle and its Kingdom Tour | |
| Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. For directions, please call 212-772-0210. Tour ... |
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| February 5, 2012 2:30PM | |
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| Ice Hockey for Beginners | |
| At Lasker Rink, 108th Street mid-Park Learn the fundamentals of ice hockey in this 10-week clinic that includes individual skills development and group play. Includes skate rental and all hockey equipment. For ages 6 – 8. Pre-registration r... |
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| February 6, 2012 4:00PM | |
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| Annual Skating Party | |
| Wollman Rink 6PM-7PM: Women's Committee Reception and Private Family Skating 7PM-9PM: Open Central Park Conservancy Skating Open to Conservancy Members and Partners by invitation only. For more information, email wcommittee@centralparknyc.org |
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| February 7, 2012 6:00PM | |
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| The Art of the Park Tour | |
| Outside the Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop entrance, inside the Park at 67th Street and Central Park West Walk from the Tavern on the Green to Belvedere Castle and learn about the intricate design of Central Park's web of pastoral l... |
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| February 8, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| After School Ice Skating - Session 1 | |
| Lasker Rink, 107th Street mid-Park Ice Skating Learn the basics of ice-skating through group and individual instruction. Includes skate rental and skating pass for each session date. For ages 6 – 13. Pre-registration required; call 212-348-... |
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| February 8, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| February 9, 2012 12:30PM | |
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| Holiday Crafts: Valentine's Day Craft | |
| At the Chess & Checkers House (mid-Park at 64th Street) Valentine Day Craft-medium Thursday, February 9, 2012, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (rain or shine) Surprise your Valentine with a recycled paper heart mobile you create in NYC's most beloved Park.. ... |
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| February 9, 2012 2:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| February 10, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Family Craft Friday | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Special Craft: Learn about African games and sports, such as Macala, a board game carved out of wood using marbles as pieces dating back to the 17th... |
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| February 10, 2012 3:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Health and Race Walking | |
| Departs from the North Meadow Recreation Center (mid-Park at 97th St.) Every Saturday, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Enjoy views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit. Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club leads walks at a moderate to brisk pace... |
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| February 11, 2012 9:30AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| The Scene @ Tavern: Ice Festival | |
| Courtyard of Tavern on the Green (67th Street off Central Park West) Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (weather permitting, rain date: 02/18/2012) Watch master carvers from Okamoto Studio turn blocks of ice into Central Park icons w... |
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| February 11, 2012 11:00AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Tavern and its Green Tour | |
| Outside the Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop entrance, inside the Park at 67th Street and Central Park West Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, the Children's Dis... |
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| February 11, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| A Road Once Traveled Tour | |
| The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they... |
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| February 11, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| A Road Once Traveled Tour | |
| The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they... |
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| February 11, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Castle and its Kingdom Tour | |
| Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. For directions, please call 212-772-0210. Tour ... |
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| February 12, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 12, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Ice Hockey for Beginners | |
| At Lasker Rink, 108th Street mid-Park Learn the fundamentals of ice hockey in this 10-week clinic that includes individual skills development and group play. Includes skate rental and all hockey equipment. For ages 6 – 8. Pre-registration r... |
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| February 13, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 15, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| After School Ice Skating - Session 2 | |
| Lasker Rink, 107th Street mid-Park Ice Skating Learn the basics of ice-skating through group and individual instruction. Includes skate rental and skating pass for each session date. For ages 6 – 13. Pre-registration required; call 212-348-... |
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| February 15, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| I Heart Central Park | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center Members of the Greensward Circle are invited to spend an evening inside Central Park with delectable hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and music. Please visit centralparknyc.org/joingc to become a member. For more informati... |
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| February 15, 2012 7:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Social Hour: Frederick Douglass Memorial | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park on 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues) Thursday, February 16, 2012, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm (lecture rain or shine) Commemorate Black History Month by traveling the Underground Railroad throu... |
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| February 16, 2012 6:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| February 17, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Family Craft Friday | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Craft a different nature-inspired masterpiece each Friday from January through March. Free. Families only; no groups, please. For more informati... |
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| February 17, 2012 3:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Sword Dancing Performance | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Half Moon Sword Dance Be amazed by dancers who weave swords into complex co... |
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| February 18, 2012 1:00AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Health and Race Walking | |
| Departs from the North Meadow Recreation Center (mid-Park at 97th St.) Every Saturday, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Enjoy views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit. Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club leads walks at a moderate to brisk pace... |
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| February 18, 2012 9:30AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| February 18, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Seneca Village Tour | |
| Inside the Park at 85th Street and Central Park West Seneca Village was Manhattan's first known community of African-American property owners, on land that would become Central Park. Learn about the history of the village, the property owners, and wh... |
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| February 18, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Seneca Village Tour | |
| Inside the Park at 85th Street and Central Park West Seneca Village was Manhattan's first known community of African-American property owners, on land that would become Central Park. Learn about the history of the village, the property owners, and wh... |
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| February 18, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| February 19, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Tavern and its Green Tour | |
| Outside the Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop entrance, inside the Park at 67th Street and Central Park West Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, the Children's Dis... |
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| February 19, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Tavern and its Green Tour | |
| Outside the Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop entrance, inside the Park at 67th Street and Central Park West Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, the Children's Dis... |
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| February 22, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| After School Ice Skating - Session 2 | |
| Lasker Rink, 107th Street mid-Park Ice Skating Learn the basics of ice-skating through group and individual instruction. Includes skate rental and skating pass for each session date. For ages 6 – 13. Pre-registration required; call 212-348-... |
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| February 22, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| February 23, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Castle and its Kingdom Tour | |
| Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. For directions, please call 212-772-0210. Tour ... |
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| February 24, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Family Craft Friday | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Craft a different nature-inspired masterpiece each Friday from January through March. Free. Families only; no groups, please. For more informati... |
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| February 24, 2012 3:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Health and Race Walking | |
| Departs from the North Meadow Recreation Center (mid-Park at 97th St.) Every Saturday, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Enjoy views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit. Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club leads walks at a moderate to brisk pace... |
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| February 25, 2012 9:30AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| February 25, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| The Art of the Park Tour | |
| Outside the Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop entrance, inside the Park at 67th Street and Central Park West Walk from the Tavern on the Green to Belvedere Castle and learn about the intricate design of Central Park's web of pastoral l... |
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| February 25, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| A Road Once Traveled Tour | |
| The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they... |
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| February 26, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| February 26, 2012 2:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Ice Hockey for Beginners | |
| At Lasker Rink, 108th Street mid-Park Learn the fundamentals of ice hockey in this 10-week clinic that includes individual skills development and group play. Includes skate rental and all hockey equipment. For ages 6 – 8. Pre-registration r... |
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| February 27, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| February 29, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| After School Ice Skating - Session 2 | |
| Lasker Rink, 107th Street mid-Park Ice Skating Learn the basics of ice-skating through group and individual instruction. Includes skate rental and skating pass for each session date. For ages 6 – 13. Pre-registration required; call 212-348-... |
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| February 29, 2012 4:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Members-only lecture: Ecosystem Services provided by Central Park | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Wednesday, February 29, 2012, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm (rain or shine) Learn how Central Park supports the air purification, water filtration, flood regu... |
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| February 29, 2012 6:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Cross Park Promenade Tour | |
| In front of Samuel F. B. Morse statue, inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just s... |
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| March 1, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| West Side Stories Tour | |
| Inside the Park at West 81st Street and Central Park West Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, Lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden w... |
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| March 2, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Family Craft Friday | |
| Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the Park at 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues) Craft a different nature-inspired masterpiece each Friday from January through March. Free. Families only; no groups, please. For more informati... |
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| March 2, 2012 3:00PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Central Park Bagel Bark | |
| Wollman Rink (mid-Park at 63rd Street) Bagel Bark Munch on pastries, bagels, and coffee with fellow dog walkers during off-leash hours courtesy of the Central Park Conservancy's Central Park Paws. Bagel Barks happen monthly in dog-friendly a... |
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| March 3, 2012 7:30AM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Views from the Past Tour | |
| Outside the Dairy Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th-century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and hear how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calver... |
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| March 3, 2012 12:30PM | |
| Event Detail |
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| Castle and its Kingdom Tour | |
| Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. For directions, please call 212-772-0210. Tour ... |
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| March 3, 2012 2:30PM | |
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