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French Storytime at the NY Public Library – Updated Schedule

August 9, 2019 by Teresa Wang

French Storytime at the NY Public Library - Updated Schedule

FiDi Families are invited to join us for a bilingual storytime (French and English) filled with songs, stories and play! For ages infant to 6 years old; must be accompanied by an adult. Please note: August 9th & 16th classes are canceled. Classes resume on Friday, August 23rd.

FiDi Families Insiders: There will be toys afterward for playtime with attendees and the Librarian.

Date: Friday, August 23rd

Time: 3:00pm

Location: 175 North End Avenue – Battery Park City Library

Fee: Free

Age(s): Infants — 6 years old

For more information visit their website HERE

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Battery Park City Authority Hosts Lawn Games and Art at Teardrop Park (FREE)

August 7, 2019 by Denise Courter

Explore unique Teardrop Park while enjoying energetic lawn games and creating dynamic art. Artist/educators lead individual and group creative projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Materials provided. Dress for a mess!

When: Wednesday, August 7th (recurring every Wednesday through October 30th)

Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

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

Ages: 5 years and older

Cost: Free

For more information visit their website HERE!

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Zumba Jump Start Fitness Class (FREE)

July 9, 2019 by Denise Courter

Did you know Zumba Jumpstart classes are offered for FREE in Battery Park? If you haven’t had a chance to Zumba yet, get ready to dance, listen to fun music and sweat! Genres include salsa, merengue, hip hop and more. It’s a fun way to get fit and to learn fun dance routines. All levels welcome.

Date: Tuesday, July 9th

Time: 10:30 am – 11: 45 am

Location: 6 River Terrace

Cost: Free

Age(s): Adults

For more information, please visit their website HERE.

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Sunset Yoga in Wagner Park (FREE)

July 3, 2019 by Denise Courter

Join locals and visitors alike at the beautiful Wagner Park, for an hour of low impact fitness. Yogis are invited to unwind with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels welcome.

FiDi Families Insiders: Please bring your own mat.

Date: Wednesday, July 3rd (recurring weekly)

Time(s): Wednesday’s from 6:30p – 7:30p

Location: 20 Battery Place at Wagner Park

Age(s): Adults only

Fee: For more information and to RSVP visit HERE

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Swedish Midsummer Festival in Wagner Park (FREE)

June 17, 2019 by Denise Courter

One of our most favorite events in Battery Park…the Swedish Midsummer Festival! Enjoy this unique celebration of the summer solstice. Learn traditional Swedish folk dances from Barnklubben Elsa Rix and join in lively dance around the Midsummer pole. Make wreaths from beautiful flowers representing those in bloom on the solstice in Sweden. Enjoy a parade, children’s games, and Swedish delicacies. Traditional music by Paul Dahlin and fiddlers from the American Swedish Insitute in Minneapolis. Dances led by Ross Sutter, Scandinavian folklorist.

Date: Friday, June 21st

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Location: 20 Battery Place – Robert F. Wagner Park

Fee: Free

Age(s): All ages welcome

For more information please visit the website HERE.

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