Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

Teresa Wang

4th Annual Camp Doughboy WWI History Weekend

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The fourth annual Camp Doughboy World War I History Weekend comes to Governors Island National Monument on September 14 and 15. Each day will bring living history, reenactors, authors, experts, vintage vehicles, and animals. This is the largest free public WWI exhibition in the United States. Reenactors representing the Allies and Central Powers—as well as civilians in Edwardian-era attire—are invited living history participants. The centennial of the service members returning to Governors Island is in 2019 and this group of volunteer reenactors will share the story of WWI participants. See living history, weapons and equipment displays, and vintage vehicles.

Date & Time:
Saturday, September 14 (10:00 AM — 5:00 PM)
& Sunday, September 15 (9:00 AM — 3:00 PM)

Location: Governors Island’s Parade Ground

Cost: Free

Age(s): All ages welcome

For more information, please visit the Governors Island website HERE

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Outdoor Ed-Ventures at Teardrop Park

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Outdoor Ed-Ventures at Teardrop Park

 

Learn about hiking essentials, leave no trace principles, and trail signs. Play fun games and collect leaves to make your very own Japanese inspired Ochiba art! Take advantage of the outdoor weather, while you can!

When: Friday, September 13th

Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Location:  Teardrop Park (Warren Street & North End Avenue)

Ages: All ages welcome

Cost: Free

For more information visit their website HERE!

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Monthly Multi-lingual Storytime at Battery Park City Library

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Battery Park Library Hosts a Multi-lingual Storytime

Looking for a fun indoor activity to do with your little ones on this rainy day? Head over to the Battery Park City Library for their multi-lingual storytime. Children will have a chance to interact with their Children’s Librarians in a friendly environment sharing stories, songs, and rhymes with a focus on international languages, including Spanish, Mandarin, and Japanese.

FiDi Insiders: Drop by Rockefeller Park  House across from the library before or after the Multi-lingual Storytime for art and lawn games! (Every Thursday 3:30pm–5:00pm.)

Date: Thursday, September 12th

Time: 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Location: 175 North End Avenue — Battery Park City Library

Age(s): All ages welcome

Cost: Free

For more information visit their website HERE

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MC Veggie Fresh at Pier 25

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Hudson River Park brings out all of your favorite New York City family performers each week. From music to magic to interactive storytelling, Hudson RiverKids will keep your family entertained all summer long. Feel free to bring a picnic blanket and snacks or dinner. Join the fun today and listen to the music of MC Veggie Fresh.

Date: Monday, September 9th

Time: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Location: Pier 25, towards the end of the Pier, past the volleyball courts – Enter at West Side Highway & North Moore Street

Age(s): All ages welcome

Fee: Free

For more information visit their website HERE.

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Migration Celebration at South Cove

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The fall season kicks off with a celebration of all the creatures that migrate through and by BPC. Join us for a day of fun activities: art making, birdwatching and nature observing- plus a live performance by Lard Dog and the Band of Shy.

Date: Saturday, September 7th

Time:
11:00am: Art Project
11:30am: Bird-watching/Nature walk
12:00pm: Family Concert

Location: South Cove (near 50 Battery Place)

Fee: Free

Ages: All ages welcome

For more information, visit the website HERE

 

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