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SUMMARY:Unknown NY: Sketch & Book Event with Jesse Richards
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Jesse Richards and the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy for a special sketching and book signing event inspired by Unknown New York. Participants will tour several scenic spots in Fort Tryon Park as Jesse shares insights into the park’s history before guiding sketching sessions at each location. \nBooks will be available for purchase and signing\, though all are welcome to simply join and sketch. \nMeeting Time & Place: 1:00 PM at the main entrance to the park\, next to the 190th St. A train stop at Margaret Corbin Plaza. \nRain Plan: In case of rain\, participants will be notified the morning of the event\, and a new date will be scheduled.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/unknown-ny-sketch-book-event-with-jesse-richards/
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SUMMARY:Fall Migration Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert birder Alexandra Wang for a Fall Migration Birding Tour at Dongan Lawn on Saturday\, October 18 at 10 AM. \nAs the leaves change and the air turns crisp\, migratory birds pass through Fort Tryon Park\, offering a rare chance to see a variety of species in one morning. \nDuring this guided tour\, Alexandra will share tips for identifying different birds\, explain their migratory patterns\, and highlight the habitats within the park that support them. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious about the avian visitors\, this tour is perfect for all skill levels. \nWhat to bring: binoculars\, comfortable walking shoes\, and a keen eye for nature! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the park and its fascinating wildlife during the peak of fall migration.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/fall-migration-birding-tour/
LOCATION:Dongan Lawn
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T093000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250110T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201431Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-8-2/2025-10-18/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T150114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T180029Z
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SUMMARY:On this Day: Park Opening
DESCRIPTION:On This Day: Fort Tryon Park Opens – October 13\, 1935 \nOn October 13\, 1935\, Fort Tryon Park was officially opened to the public. The opening ceremony was attended by John D. Rockefeller Jr.\, where he gave opening remarks. \nThe park’s design was entrusted to the Olmsted Brothers\, the renowned landscape architecture firm led by the sons of Frederick Law Olmsted\, the designer of Central Park. Their vision transformed the rocky terrain into a scenic retreat featuring rolling lawns\, curving pathways\, and meticulously planned gardens. \nToday\, Fort Tryon Park remains a cherished green space in Upper Manhattan\, offering visitors panoramic views of the Hudson River\, the Heather Garden\, and the Cloisters Museum. The park’s rich history and natural beauty continue to provide a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/on-this-day-park-opening/2025-10-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T173000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250924T171028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T204126Z
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SUMMARY:Viva La Tierra: Great Ginkgo Tree Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate one of Fort Tryon Park’s most iconic treasures! Join us as our Conservancy gardener Craig Peden officially inaugurates the magnificent Great Ginkgo as one of NYC Parks’ celebrated Great Trees. Following the ceremony\, enjoy an outdoor concert by Jhoely Garay and her Viva La Tierra ensemble\, blending jazz and Latin American rhythms into music that highlights climate awareness and overlooked histories. \nCelebrate nature\, music\, and community beneath the golden autumn canopy of Fort Tryon Park’s Great Ginkgo!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/viva-la-tierra-great-ginkgo-tree-ceremony/
LOCATION:cloisters lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250924T171338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171338Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Count the Park!
DESCRIPTION:Help us keep Fort Tryon Park’s canopy thriving! On Sunday\, October 12 from 1:30–3:30 PM\, join the Fort Tryon Park Trust and NYC Parks for a hands-on Tree Census adventure. \nAfter a brief training session\, you’ll head out in small groups to explore different areas of the park using an easy-to-use Tree Census app. Together\, we’ll count and record the park’s diverse trees\, contributing valuable data to support urban forestry and the health of our beloved green space. \nCome ready to learn\, explore\, and make a lasting impact on Fort Tryon Park’s natural future!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/tree-count-the-park/
LOCATION:cloisters lawn
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T150915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T150915Z
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SUMMARY:On this Day: Park Dedication
DESCRIPTION:On This Day: Fort Tryon Park Dedicated – October 12\, 1935 \nOn October 12\, 1935\, Fort Tryon Park was officially dedicated to the public in a ceremony attended by philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr. and New York City Parks Commissioner Robert Moses. Rockefeller\, who had gifted the land to the city in 1931\, played a pivotal role in the park’s creation\, funding its development and commissioning the Olmsted Brothers to design the landscape. \nThe dedication marked the transformation of a once-private estate into a public haven\, offering New Yorkers access to beautifully designed gardens\, rolling lawns\, and scenic vistas overlooking the Hudson River. In his dedication speech\, Rockefeller emphasized the importance of preserving such spaces for public enjoyment and the enrichment of urban life. \nToday\, Fort Tryon Park remains a cherished green space in Upper Manhattan\, providing visitors with a tranquil retreat and a glimpse into the city’s rich history.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/on-this-day-park-dedication/2025-10-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250217T195829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194010Z
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SUMMARY:Broadway Beautification
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy and NYC Parks for some spring cleaning in Fort Tryon Park! Help beautify the park along the Broadway Promenade. Meet at the Broadway Greeting Garden at the Arden Street/Broadway entrance. Wear long pants\, sturdy shoes\, and get ready to improve the park’s ecology by removing debris and helping site preparations.  Tools and gloves will be provided but please bring a filled water bottle. \nGroups of 5+ must RSVP by emailing john.kelly@parks.nyc.gov 2 weeks in advance. \nVolunteers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nBeautification Days along the eastern expanse of the park take place on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month from March to November. The Fort Tryon Park Conservancy supports these volunteer opportunities by underwriting tools\, horticultural supplies\, and NYC Parks staffing to oversee projects.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/broadway-beautification-2/2025-10-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T093000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250110T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201431Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-8-2/2025-10-11/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T160856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T160856Z
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SUMMARY:World Mental Health Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Mental Health Day at Fort Tryon Park! 🌿🧘‍♀️ \nOn World Mental Health Day\, take a moment to recharge and reconnect with nature at Fort Tryon Park. The beauty and tranquility of the park offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you’re walking along the peaceful trails\, practicing mindfulness by the Hudson River\, or simply enjoying the calming sounds of nature\, the park is a sanctuary for mental well-being. \nRemember\, taking time for yourself in green spaces is an important way to nurture your mental health. Let’s celebrate the healing power of nature together!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/world-mental-health-day/2025-10-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006798-1759995000-1759998600@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006797-1759822200-1759825800@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T160725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T160725Z
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SUMMARY:National Walk Your Dog Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week at Fort Tryon Park! 🐾🌳 \nFort Tryon Park is the perfect place to celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week with your furry friend! With its scenic trails\, breathtaking views\, and spacious paths\, the park is ideal for long\, relaxing strolls with your dog. Don’t forget to visit Sir William’s Dog Run\, the largest dog run in Manhattan\, where your pup can stretch their legs\, socialize\, and enjoy some off-leash fun. \nTake this opportunity to enjoy the fresh air\, explore the park together\, and make new memories with your four-legged companion. Let’s show some love for our pets and our park!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/national-walk-your-dog-week/2025-10-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T093000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250110T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201431Z
UID:10006862-1759566600-1759570200@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-8-2/2025-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006796-1759390200-1759393800@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006795-1759217400-1759221000@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250703T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T153046Z
UID:10007142-1759172400-1759181400@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:90th Birthday Gala
DESCRIPTION:Fort Tryon Park Turns 90!\nTICKETS ON SALE\nFort Tryon Park Trust\, soon to be the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy\, is celebrating 90 years of Fort Tryon Park on Monday\, September 29 at The Hudson\, the beautiful riverfront restaurant on Dyckman Street that looks out on the park. \nWe invite our passionate park community and friends to this festive evening with very special honorees\, music and dancing and much more. \nSPONSORSHIPS\nYour contributions are vital to support this triple-landmarked historic park that is the uptown backyard for Washington Heights and Inwood and that has played such a special role in people’s life moments. We will celebrate nature\, history\, and our community. Please see sponsor sheet below if you are interested to become a partner in this special tribute evening. \n  \nSpecial Guest\nBrian Lehrer of WNYC FM\n  \nHonorees\nRonda Brands – Landscape Award \n \nRichard Dattner – Civic Architecture Award \n \nCarmen De La Rosa – Public Service Award \n \nMartin G. Englisher – Inaugural Dr. Ruth Community Award \n \n  \nMUSICAL GUEST\nLatin Grammy Winner Ella Bric \n\n  \nPROGRAM\n6:00-7:00PM Sponsor/Honoree Reception \n7:00-9:30PM Gala \n  \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW\n  \nDRESS CODE\nFestive \n  \nPARKING/TRANSPORTATION\nEmail development@forttryonparktrust.org for more information \n  \nInterested to sponsor and/or advertise?\nYou gain visibility and recognition for your vital support of Fort Tyron Park\, public green space and diverse community! \nPlease review the sponsor information below and email development@forttryonparktrust.org to inquire about sponsorship of the gala and advertising opportunities. \nWe look forward to coordinating with you and appreciate your investment in our work and park! \n  \n \nWe thank our Host Committee!\nJeff Bauml \nAdrian Benepe \nNancy Bruning \nRichard Dattner \nNobles Crawford \nMarty Englisher \nNicholas Esposito \nNiall Henry \nNancy Kissinger \nDr. Colleen Koch \nJana La Sorte \nHelen Morik \nJoseph Pierson \nAnne Marie Santoro \nAlina Suriel \nDr. Miriam Westheimer \n  \n 
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/90th-birthday-gala/
LOCATION:The Hudson Restaurant\, 348 Dyckman Street
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250912T180821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T142732Z
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SUMMARY:Heather Garden Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Saturday September 27th at 11AM | Meet at Margaret Corbin Circle Heather Garden Entrance \nJoin long-time Fort Tryon Park volunteer and garden enthusiast Madeline Byrne for a guided stroll through the beautiful Heather Garden. Learn about the history\, design\, and ever-changing plant life that make this unique space the heart of Fort Tryon Park. \nMadeline has dedicated countless hours to caring for the Heather Garden and brings a wealth of knowledge about its native and ornamental plantings. Whether you’re a garden lover\, history buff\, or simply looking to enjoy the blooms\, this tour offers a wonderful opportunity to experience one of New York City’s most stunning green spaces.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/heather-garden-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:Heather Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250217T195725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T195725Z
UID:10006979-1758967200-1758978000@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Broadway Beautification
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fort Tryon Park Trust and NYC Parks for some spring cleaning in Fort Tryon Park! Help beautify the park along the Broadway Promenade. Meet at the Broadway Greeting Garden at the Arden Street/Broadway entrance. Wear long pants\, sturdy shoes\, and get ready to improve the park’s ecology by removing debris and helping site preparations.  Tools and gloves will be provided but please bring a filled water bottle. \nGroups of 5+ must RSVP by emailing info@FortTryonParkTrust.org 2 weeks in advance. \nVolunteers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nBeautification Days along the eastern expanse of the park take place on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month from March to November. The Fort Tryon Park Trust supports these volunteer opportunities by underwriting tools\, horticultural supplies\, and NYC Parks staffing to oversee projects.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/broadway-beautification/2025-09-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T093000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250110T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201431Z
UID:10006861-1758961800-1758965400@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-8-2/2025-09-27/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006794-1758785400-1758789000@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T083000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20240124T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201354Z
UID:10006793-1758612600-1758616200@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-7/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250618T203540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T231044Z
UID:10007139-1758463200-1758470400@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Summer Blossoms Jazz & Poetry Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of summer with music and poetry at Fort Tryon Park!Join us for Summer Blossoms Jazz & Poetry Concert curated by Jazz WaHi\, featuring a soul-stirring blend of live jazz and spoken word in a beautiful outdoor setting. Bring your blankets\, chairs\, and picnic goodies\, and settle in for an inspiring afternoon of creative expression. \n🗓 Sunday\, September 21🕑 2 PM–4 PM📍 Location: Cloisters Lawn🎟 Free and open to the public | All ages welcome
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/summer-blossoms-jazz-poetry-concert/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250919T145220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T145221Z
UID:10007045-1758448800-1758459600@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Stewardship - CANCELLED 9/21
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Due to a staff shortage\, Sunday 9/21’s Stewardship day has been CANCELLED. Stay up-to-date by checking our events calendar on our website or by following our Instagram @forttryonparktrust \n  \nThe Fort Tryon Park Trust hosts volunteer opportunities for you\, your friends\, and family to dig in the dirt! Join us to help protect Fort Tryon Park’s ecology and beauty! Meet the NYC Parks’ horticulture staff at the Heather Garden’s Margaret Corbin Circle entrance to sign in at 10:00 a.m. sharp. Activities will include removing debris and weeds and preparing the site for plantings. Tools and gloves will be provided\, but wear long pants\, sturdy shoes\, a face mask as needed\, and bring a filled water bottle\, \nGroups of 5+ RSVP by emailing info@FortTryonParkTrust.org a week in advance so we can provide sufficient equipment and tools on hand. \nVolunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nStewardship Days along the southwest area of Fort Tryon Park take place on the 3rd Sunday of each month from March to November.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/sunday-stewardship-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250722T143752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T204333Z
UID:10007147-1758380400-1758387600@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:National Dance Day Festival at Fort Tryon Park
DESCRIPTION:National Dance Day Festival | Saturday\, September 20 | 3:00–5:00 PM | Broadway Path\, Fort Tryon Park \nMeet at Broadway and Bennett Park Entrance at 3PM  | Audience Members Guided Through the Park On Wheelchair Accessible Pathways \nCelebrate National Dance Day with an immersive\, multi-disciplinary arts experience in Fort Tryon Park!  Walk the Broadway path and encounter Uptown Dance Collective’s (UDC) “Tales: Altered and Repaired” inspired by folk and fairy tales with dance\, music\, and spoken word all woven into the landscape of the parkland.  \nUDC dance artists Lisa Green\, Amy Kail\, Navarra Novy-Williams\, Sandra Rivera\, and Maxine Steinman’s influences include Butoh\, Ballet\, Folk\, Latinx Folklorico\, Flamenco\, Modern\, and Afro-Caribbean.  Musicians John Ehlis\, and Jessica Lurie join them on Saxophone\, Flute\, Guitar\, and Percussion; and poet Paul Rabinowitz shares original poetry. Dancers Laura Mead\, Caroline Fermin\, and Paul Thompson will be joining us this year! \nWe encourage our audience to bring light pillows\, blankets\, or folding chairs you can easily carry as we go from site to site. \n“Tales: Altered and Repaired” is made possible with support from Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone (UMEZ)\, The Harkness Foundation for Dance\, and The Medical Center Neighborhood Fund. This event brings the arts to the outdoors—inviting you to move\, witness\, and connect. \nClick here to reserve your free spot.  \n  \n \n   \n 
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/national-dance-day-festival-at-fort-tryon-park/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T093000
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250110T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T201431Z
UID:10006860-1758357000-1758360600@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:Forest Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays! \nThis fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases\, stretches and strengthening exercises\, notable tree identification\, and forest bathing. Led by instructor\, Nancy Bruning\, BA\, MPH\, PAPHS. \nClasses are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however\, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season\, path conditions\, and the weather\, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance. \nTuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point\, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground\, using the various pieces of equipment\, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches. \n(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/forest-fitness-8-2/2025-09-20/
CATEGORIES:Fitness Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T160327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T160327Z
UID:10006952-1758326400-1758412799@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Fort Tryon Park! 🌿🌍 \nThis National Public Lands Day\, take the time to appreciate and give back to the green spaces that enrich our lives—like Fort Tryon Park! Whether you’re enjoying a stroll through the Heather Garden\, admiring the sweeping Hudson River views\, or volunteering your time to care for this urban oasis\, every action helps preserve the park’s beauty for generations to come. \nWant to get involved? Check out our events calendar for Broadway Beautification and Sunday Stewardship Days to volunteer and help maintain this treasured public space. Together\, we can make a difference in keeping our park healthy and thriving!
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/national-public-lands-day/2025-09-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260520T061651
CREATED:20250124T150452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T150452Z
UID:10006896-1758326400-1758412799@forttryonpark.org
SUMMARY:On this Day: NYC Landmark Dedication
DESCRIPTION:On This Day: Fort Tryon Park Designated as a New York City Scenic Landmark – September 20\, 1983 \nOn September 20\, 1983\, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission officially designated Fort Tryon Park as a Scenic Landmark\, recognizing its exceptional design and historical significance. \nThis designation highlighted the park’s unique landscape architecture\, which was originally designed by the Olmsted Brothers and funded by philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr. Following the landmark designation\, a comprehensive plan was developed in 1984 to restore and enhance the park’s features\, including the renowned Heather Garden. \nToday\, Fort Tryon Park stands as a testament to successful urban park preservation\, offering New Yorkers and visitors alike a serene escape enriched with historical and cultural significance.
URL:https://forttryonpark.org/event/on-this-day-nyc-landmark-dedication/2025-09-20/
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