Excursions & Workshops
CommUNITY ART Workshop
Monthly: On Tuesdays, 1/27, 2/10, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, and 6/16
MK Library, 2nd Fl, 100 E Main St., MTK
Join us each month for our Free Community Art Workshop, led by Art Educator Dr. Sue. These inclusive workshops are open to all ages and skill levels and invite our community to come together to create art in a welcoming, supportive space. Celebrate self-expression, connection, and creativity while learning from an experienced art educator. Select pieces created before March workshops will be featured in our March Art for All Exhibit, allowing participants to showcase their work and be part of a shared artistic experience.
Why Join?
Learn from a professional art educator while building creativity and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Connect with members of your community through shared artistic experiences and enjoy the opportunity to have your artwork considered for our future Art Shows.
NYS Requirements Met: Visual Arts, Language Arts/English, Social Studies (Cultural Studies), Health Education (Social-Emotional Learning), and Citizenship/Cultural Awareness.
Winter Sowing
Mon., Feb. 2, 10 AM – 11 AM
Pinecrest Manor Community Center, 7100 Amuso Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
How Do We Plant in the Winter?
Discover the secret to winter planting by turning everyday plastic jugs into tiny greenhouses! These mini greenhouses protect seeds from the cold while letting in sunlight and rain—so when spring arrives, your seeds are ready to sprout into strong, happy plants.
Why Join?
Get hands-on with planting, explore the magic of growing even in winter, and take home your very own garden kit. All supplies and jugs are provided.
NYS Requirements Met: Social Studies (History), Visual Arts, Geography, Language Arts/English, Physical Education, Health Education, and Citizenship/Cultural Awareness.
Valentine Tie Dye Workshops
Fri., Feb. 13, 1 PM – 2 PM
Pinecrest Manor Community Center, 7100 Amuso Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
Spread the love, one swirl at a time!
Join Hippie Feet Tie Dyes for our Valentine Tie-Dye Workshop, offered on two fun-filled dates. Join one or both sessions to create your own one-of-a-kind, love-themed T-shirt bursting with color and creativity.
Why Join?
Express creativity and celebrate love through the magic of tie-dye art
Design a one-of-a-kind Valentine keepsake
Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience for all ages
Make memories with friends and family
Tip: Wear clothes that can handle a color explosion. Tie-dye can be messy magic.
NYS Requirements Met: Visual Arts, Language Arts/English, Mathematics (patterns and color relationships), Health Education, and Citizenship/Social-Emotional Learning.
Woodpecker Discovery Adventure
Mon., Feb. 16, 10 AM – 12 PM
Bedford Audubon Society, 35 Todd Rd., Katonah, NY 10536
Educational Nature Excursion
Join For the People and KIDS for a fun, hands-on excursion to the Bedford Audubon Society to explore the fascinating world of woodpeckers, our curious and sometimes noisy feathered friends!
The program begins with a colorful slideshow introducing woodpeckers as marvels of nature—discover how their unique skulls and tongues let them drum on trees, extract food, and create nesting habitats that benefit the entire forest. Learn to identify the sounds they make, meet the species common in Westchester, NY, and understand their fascinating behaviors.
Why Join?
This program inspires curiosity, observation, and a deeper connection to nature. Kids and families will explore the outdoors, learn about local wildlife, and practice hands-on science skills in a fun, supportive environment. Perfect for young naturalists eager to discover, learn, and engage with the natural world!
NYS Learning Standards Met: Social Studies, Visual Arts, English Language Arts, Physical Education, Health, and Citizenship/Cultural Awareness
Winter Sowing
Tues., Feb. 17, 12 PM1 PM-1PM
Pinecrest Manor Community Center, 7100 Amuso Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
How Do We Plant in the Winter?
Discover the secret to winter planting by turning everyday plastic jugs into tiny greenhouses! These mini greenhouses protect seeds from the cold while letting in sunlight and rain—so when spring arrives, your seeds are ready to sprout into strong, happy plants.
Why Join?
Get hands-on with planting, explore the magic of growing even in winter, and take home your very own garden kit. All supplies and jugs are provided.
NYS Requirements Met: Social Studies (History), Visual Arts, Geography, Language Arts/English, Physical Education, Health Education, and Citizenship/Cultural Awareness.
Seed Paper Making Workshop
Wed., Feb. 18, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Pinecrest Manor Community Center, 7100 Amuso Drive, Mt Kisco, NY 10549
Planting Creativity
Create paper that grows! In this hands-on, eco-friendly workshop, kids will transform recycled paper into plantable seed paper while learning about recycling, sustainability, and how plants grow. Blending art, science, and nature, each child will take home their own handmade seed paper to plant and watch bloom.
Why Join?
This workshop inspires creativity while building environmental awareness. Kids learn through doing—connecting art, science, and nature in a meaningful way—while developing confidence, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility for the world around them. Plus, they leave with something living they can nurture and watch grow!
New York State learning standards Met: science (plant life cycles, growth, and environmental awareness) and arts (hands-on creative expression and connecting art to nature), while also supporting STEAM skills like problem-solving, experimentation, and sustainability concepts.
Fill Your Cup: Adult Workshop
Sat., 3/14, 10 AM – 12 PM
Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY
A Joyful Vision Board Experience
Join us for a hands-on, in-person workshop designed to help you pause, reflect, and pour back into your own cup. All supplies are included, just bring your inspiration!
Begin by strolling the beautiful Caramoor grounds, drawing inspiration from nature as you uncover your personal Word of the Year. Then, gather in the art room to create a personalized vision board that maps out what brings you joy, clarity, and fulfillment. Enjoy guided discussion with a supportive group of like-minded women, light refreshments, and meaningful reflection as you set intentions for 2026.
Leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and aligned with what truly fills your cup.
Why Join?
This workshop offers a restorative space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and gain clarity about your goals and values. You’ll leave with a tangible vision board, renewed motivation, supportive connections, and practical inspiration to help you move into 2026 with purpose, balance, and confidence.
Campus Roots: Garden Explorers
Wed., March 4 & May 6, 12:30 PM – 2 PM
The Native Plant Center at Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Join us for a hands-on, inclusive garden program where learners connect with nature, dig into the soil, and explore a college campus garden! Led by Patty Butter, Garden Manager and WCC Educator, participants will help prepare the garden for spring, learn about native plants, and enjoy a guided tour of the thriving garden spaces.
Learners will have the unique opportunity to experience a real-world college environment while working alongside high school students with disabilities taught by Dr. Sue, fostering collaboration, empathy, and community.
This program is designed to be inclusive, educational, and fun, encouraging curiosity, confidence, and connection to the natural world.
Why Join?
This program blends outdoor learning, community engagement, and inclusive education in a meaningful way. Learners gain hands-on experience with ecosystems, develop social and collaboration skills, and explore a college campus in an inspiring, supportive setting.
NYS Learning Standards Met:
Science, Social Studies, Health, Physical Education, and Arts—supporting learning about ecosystems, community participation, safe physical activity, and observing patterns in nature.
MARCH MUDNESS
Mon., Mar. 23, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Onatru Farm Park & Preserve, 99 Elmwood Rd, South Salem, NY 10590
Muddy March Magic: Nature’s Messiest Fun
If there’s one thing we can count on in March, it’s mud! Join us at Onatru Farm Park & Preserve with the Lewisboro Land Trust for a hands-on outdoor adventure where kids will explore, play, and learn all about this messy, magical part of nature.
From splashing and squishing to discovering how mud fits into the changing seasons, this program is all about getting outside and embracing the fun of nature—dirt and all!
Why Join?
Encourage outdoor play, spark curiosity about the natural world, and let kids learn through hands-on, sensory-rich experiences. It’s a joyful way to celebrate the arrival of spring and make unforgettable muddy memories.
Tip: Dress for mess and be ready to let the kids get their muddiest!
NYS Requirements Met: Science, Mathematics, Geography, Physical Education, Health Education, Language Arts/English, and Citizenship/Environmental Stewardship.