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Open Play at the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum

Open Play at the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
Free!

9/7
11AM-1PM
Ready to flex those dominoes muscles or show off your corn hole skills? Join us for Open Play at DFM! On select Saturday’s, you can play corn hole or dominoes for free at the museum. Head down to the picnic tables by our historic Hessian Hut for dominoes, and spot the Corn Hole set up in our beautiful green space.

While you’re here, take a stroll through our beautiful farmhouse and soak in a bit of history. Don’t forget to bring your friends, family, and, most importantly, your good vibes. Let’s make memories, share some laughs, and maybe even crown a new dominoes or corn hole champ! See you there!

¡Juego de dominó en el Museo y Casa Histórica Dyckman (DFM)!
¡Gratis!

9/7
11AM-1PM

¿Listos para demostrar sus habilidades en el dominó, o quizás tu destreza con el juego cornhole? ¡Acompáñanos en el museo para un juego libre! Durante sábados seleccionados, puedes venir al museo para jugar dominó o cornhole. Para jugar dominó, dirígete hacia las mesas de picnic detrás del museo, cerca de la choza histórica de soldados. Los juegos de cornhole también estarán cerca, en el pasto.

Una vez en el museo, aprovecha para dar un paseo por la casa histórica y aprender un poco de la historia local. No olvides traer a tu familia, amigos y las buenas vibras. Te invitamos a hacer memorias, compartir risas y quizás coronar a un campeón de dominó. ¡Nos vemos pronto

Manhattan Arts Grants Information Session

If you have exciting plans for a project for Manhattan audiences and communities in 2025, join Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA) ​, Harlem Arts Alliance (HAA), West Harlem Arts Alliance (WHAA), and LMCC at the Manhattan Arts Grants information session webinar on Thursday, August 15 at 6:00 PM EST to meet program staff, ask questions, and learn more about how to apply!

Dyckman Farmhouse – Growing Uptown: July Workshop

Growing Uptown: July Workshop

Tuesday, July 23; 5:30-7PM

Materials are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED

Join us for a unique and hands-on experience as we delve into the history of butter-making during the colonial period. Step back in time and discover the traditional methods and techniques used to produce this essential staple. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the process, from churning cream to separating the butter from the buttermilk. After exploring the historical background, get ready to roll up your sleeves and create your very own batch of creamy butter to take home with you. This immersive event promises to be both educational and delicious, offering a fun and interactive way to connect with the past while enjoying a tasty treat.

THIS PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED, IN PART, BY PUBLIC FUNDS FROM THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY COUNCIL.

 

Resiliencia Verde: Taller de Julio

Martes 23 de julio; 5:30-7:00 PM

¡Únase a nosotros para una experiencia única y práctica mientras profundizamos en la historia de la elaboración de mantequilla durante el período colonial en America. Retrocede en el tiempo y descubre los métodos y técnicas tradicionales utilizados para producir este alimento básico y esencial. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de aprender sobre el proceso, desde batir la crema hasta separar la mantequilla del suero de mantequilla.

Después de explorar el antecedente histórico, prepárate para arremangarte y crear tu propia porción de mantequilla cremosa para llevar a casa. Este evento inmersivo promete ser tanto educativo como delicioso, ofreciendo una forma divertida e interactiva de conectarse con el pasado mientras disfruta de una delicia sabrosa.

Los materiales estarán disponible POR ORDEN DE LLEGADA

Inwood Hill Park – Movies Under the Stars – Lilo and Stitch (2025)

Friday, September 19, 2025
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs.

A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.

Rated PG
Parental Guidance Suggested. Some Material May Not Be Suitable For Children. A PG-rated motion picture should be investigated by parents before they let their younger children attend.

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be promptly posted on our website.

For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.

Location

West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

Directions to this location

Cost

Free

Fort Tryon Park: 17th Annual Stan Michels Jazz Festival

 

17th Annual Stan Michels Jazz Festival at Fort Tryon Park

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 26 at 1:00 PM and join us for the 17th Annual Stan Michels Jazz Festival, a beloved summer tradition set against the stunning backdrop of Fort Tryon Park’s Stan Michels Promenade. This free, open-air concert honors the enduring legacy of Stan Michels, the longtime New York City Council Member whose commitment to community and culture helped shape the city’s vibrant arts scene.

Prepare to be swept away by a stellar lineup of local jazz talent.

The festival kicks off with the Kobie Dozier Quartet and then the spotlight turns to the festival’s headliner, Marjorie Eliot and Rudel Drears Ensemble. Eliot is a cherished figure in the New York jazz community, famed for her legendary “Parlor Jazz” concerts, which she has hosted every Sunday—rain or shine—for over a decade from her Harlem apartment. Her performances create an intimate cultural experience that she brings to life annually at the Stan Michels Jazz Festival.

Whether you’re a longtime jazz aficionado or simply looking for a memorable way to enjoy summer in the city, the Stan Michels Jazz Festival offers an unforgettable afternoon of music, community, and celebration. Bring your friends, pack a picnic, and soak in the sounds of jazz in one of Manhattan’s most picturesque outdoor venues.

Don’t miss this free event! Join us at Fort Tryon Park on July 26 at 1:00 PM and experience the magic of live jazz under the Stan Michels elm trees.