Stewardship Event at Concrete Plant Park
Friday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Concrete Plant Park
Free
Join the Bronx River Alliance in helping to protect and sustain the Long Island Sound habitat at Concrete Plant Park. Assist in creating a plant habitat that will feed migratory birds and pollinators within the park. This event is supported by the Long Island Sound Study and Restore America’s Estuaries.
For more information, visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/11/08/stewardship-event-at-concrete-plant-park.
Ferry Point Park Wetland Restoration
Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Emerson Avenue and Harding Avenue, Ferry Point Park
Free
Help the Stewardship team in removing goose fencing from a remediated salt marsh area at Ferry Point Park, completing a restoration project that had been years in the making. Be sure to dress appropriately for the event, in sturdy boots or shoes, long pants and clothing that you do not mind getting dirty.
For more information, visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/11/09/ferry-point-park-wetland-restoration.
Zoodohos Peghe Church Thanksgiving Luncheon
Sunday, Nov. 10, 12-2:30 p.m.
Zoodohos Peghe Greek Orthodox Church, 3573 Bruckner Blvd.
$5-$40
Join the Philoptochos of Zoodohos Peghe Church in celebrating the Feast Day of the Patron Saints Cosmas and Damianos at a special luncheon. While entry for the event is $40 per person at the door, reservations can be made in advance for $35 per person by contacting the church. Kids less than 12 years of age will only have an admission cost of $5.
For more information, visit https://www.zoodohospeghe.org/zp-events/brunch-set-up-br6jj-x4756.
Book Presentation: “American Shield,” by Sgt. Aquilino Gonell
Monday, Nov. 11, 1 p.m.
FDR Room, Eugenio María de Hostos Community College, 500 Grand Concourse
Free
Stop by Hostos Community College to listen in on a book presentation of “American Shield,” by Sgt. Aquilino Gonell. Explore Gonell’s life story, from being a Dominican immigrant, to becoming a U.S. Army soldier who fought in Iraq, to his 17 years serving as a United States Capitol Police Officer. Learn about his firsthand experience trying to defend the Capitol during the January 6 Insurrection.
For more information, visit https://www.hostos.cuny.edu/Home-Page-Content/Events/Book-Presentation-American-Shield%E2%80%9D-by-Sargeant-Aqu.
Incandescence: The Chandelier in Contemporary Art
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Lehman College Art Gallery, 250 Bedford Park West
Free
Visit this special art exhibition and see works from 48 different artists that explore the motif and meaning of the chandelier through various mediums, including sculpture, photography, painting, drawing and installation.
For more information, visit https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/incandescence-the-chandelier-in-contemporary-art/.
BronxWorks Mott Haven Farm Stand
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Padre Plaza, East 139th Street
Free
Shop for some of the best fresh and local produce at BronxWorks’ Mott Haven Farm Stand. The products on hand are available at reasonable prices. Additionally, health incentive coupons will be offered to customers who engage in nutrition educational workshops. Bronx youths are employed at the Farm Stand as part of the Youth Food Justice program.
For more information, visit https://bronxworks.org/our-services/health-wellness/farm-stands/.
Tim Burton’s “A Nightmare Before Christmas” Light Trail
Thursday, Nov. 14, 6-10 p.m.
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd.
$39-$49
While Halloween may have come and gone, there is still plenty of time left to be in the spooky spirit and get ready for the Christmas spirit. Join Jack Skellington and his Halloween friends from the classic Tim Burton film “A Nightmare Before Christmas” for a walk of wonders at New York’s most treasured garden. See the characters, scenes and songs from the film come to life at this spectacle illuminating the film’s art with botanical beauty. This event is also a great way to kick off the coming holiday season, with Christmas right around the corner.
For more information, visit https://thenightmarebeforechristmaslighttrail.com/.
