McDonald’s Gospelfest!
Friday, May 9, 8-10 p.m.
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, 250 Bedford Park Blvd. W.
$37-$123
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present THE MCDONALD’S GOSPELFEST with legendary, best-selling artists YOLANDA ADAMS, SHIRLEY CAESAR, DORINDA CLARK COLE, and KAREN CLARK SHEARD, on Mother’s Day Weekend, Friday, May 9, 2025, at 8 p.m. This one-night-only show promises to deliver an amazing spiritual production, produced and directed by A. Curtis Farrow, with some of the best talent in Gospel music, celebrating its 42nd Anniversary.
For more information, visit lehmancenter.org/events/gospelfest-2025
Bird Bonanza and Puppet Show
Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Urban Farm in Wards Island Park, Wards Meadow Loop
Free
Bird Bonanza and Puppet Show – Fly over to Randall’s Island Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at our annual Bird Bonanza! Enjoy a day dedicated to our feathered friends with engaging activities, a bird tour, and a bird-themed puppet show and story time. Learn about local birds with a special focus on those that are currently migrating through NYC. Whether they’re birds of prey soaring high in the sky, ducks dabbling on the water, or songbirds that frequent the farm, they’ll be celebrating with us!
For more information, visit randallsisland.org/events/bird-bonanza-2.
Mother’s Day Garden Celebration
Sunday, May 11, 12-5 p.m.
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd.
Free with admission, $39
Treat Mom to a one-of-a-kind garden party. Celebrate Mom with a weekend of fun! Make Daffodil Hill your own backyard and bring the whole family together to enjoy local food truck options, play an assortment of family-friendly lawn games, craft a gift for Mom, and get your face painted with whimsical designs. Music and collage activities are presented by local vinyl DJ collective, Uptown Vinyl Supreme, and Bronx Community College.
For more information, visit nybg.org/event/mothers-day-weekend/
Doodle Dynasty: Bronx Landmarks
Monday, May 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Parkchester Library, 1985 Westchester Ave.
Free
Doodle Dynasty is an engaging and educational art series designed for aspiring artists of all levels. This program explores the fundamentals of drawing and sketching. Each session introduces new artistic challenges, from quick doodles to detailed masterpieces, helping children to build confidence and creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, Doodle Dynasty provides a fun and supportive environment to refine your skills and unleash your imagination. Ages 8 to 12. To celebrate The Bronx, children will draw famous Bronx spots like Yankee Stadium, the Bronx Zoo, the New York Botanical Garden, Little Italy, etc.
For more information, visit nypl.org/events/programs/2025/05/12/doodle-dynasty.
The Bronx Bash Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, May 13, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. or 2-4 p.m.
Emilia’s, 2331 Arthur Ave.
$24
Your creative, nontraditional scavenger hunt begins at a scenic spot that’s a local favorite. You’ll get your digital quest from your live and interactive remote host. Then you’ll take off on your own to experience a wide variety of carefully curated locations in town. You’ll walk or drive to the various checkpoints as you interpret creative tasks, accept wacky challenges, and get outside your comfort zone!
For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/the-bronx-bash-scavenger-hunt-tickets-685848580567?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Running Group
Wednesday, May 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, 3225 Reservoir Oval E.
Free
This beginner’s 5K running program is a 10-week program that gets you ready for your first 5K. It’s an easy-to-follow program consisting of 3 days of active running/walking intervals that gradually builds to more time running than walking. The program also includes activities for non-running days to maximize performance and recovery. This program is designed for anyone starting their running journey, anyone with a goal to run a 5K and for anyone coming back to running after some time off. The class is led by a running coach who provides guidance, support, and motivation to help achieve the goal. Running group will meet in front of the WBO Recreation Center and start running at 6:35.
For more information, visit nycgovparks.org/events/2025/05/14/running-group.
Mindful Mandalas and Collages
Thursday, May 15, 3-4 p.m.
Westchester Square Library, 2521 Glebe Ave.
Free
This program will take place in person at the Westchester Square Library Branch. Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month, this week participants can choose to unwind with mandalas or create a collage. Create colorful mandalas using our variety of markers, colored pencils, and crayons or create your own collage using old magazines. Studies show that coloring and creating collages can have positive effects on mental health, offering a creative outlet for emotional expression, stress reduction, and enhanced self-awareness. We value your mental wellness. Bring a friend or just take time for yourself to relax.
For more information, visit nypl.org/events/programs/2025/05/15/mindful-mandalas-and-collages
