Yoga with YogaSole
Apr
28
to Jun 24

Yoga with YogaSole

  • Friends of Corlears Hook Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get fit in the park with our free yoga classes - see schedule below. Classes are presented by YogaSole and are weather permitting (check here and on our social media platforms for cancellation notices).

Class Schedule

  • Sundays at 3:00pm

    • April 28th

    • May 19th

  • Mondays at 6:30pm

    • April 29th

    • May 6th

    • May 13th

    • May 20th

    • June 3rd

    • June 10th

    • June 17th

    • June 24th

These instructor-led classes are free to the public and open to all levels of experience from beginner to advanced practitioners. Kids are welcome to come as well. A limited number of yoga mats will be available for use but if you have your own, please bring it. We will also provide snacks and water for class participants. Come dressed in clothing that will allow you to stretch, sit, and lie down comfortably. 

Advance registration is not required - just show up for class and register on site.

WHAT IS YOGA?

While there are 100s different types of yoga, YogaSole aims to instruct an accessible combination of breathwork, meditation, and movement in each session. At YogaSole, our intention is to help individuals stretch, strengthen, and relax in a way that honors their individual connection to their mental and physical being. With a history dating back thousands of years, practicing yoga has demonstrated a number of benefits including increasing body awareness, strengthening our mind/body connection, increasing flexibility and balance, and creating relaxation.

Instructor bio:

Dena Levitz received her RYT200 certification in 2019 through Tavoos Garden, based in Siem Reap, Cambodia, studying under the great Yogi Madhav. She aims to help students use yoga as a tool for empowerment, resilience, and liberation and to make the practice available and approachable to all. Dena has a deep appreciation for the physical traditions of asana but also for the other limbs of yoga. Her classes are dynamic, yet playful, rooted in classic hatha and vinyasa and incorporating other modalities as well. Dena has been an instructor with Sputnik Yoga and teaches group classes regularly at YogaSole and Dou Yoga in Brooklyn. In addition, she is a certified children’s yoga and mindfulness teacher through Little Flower Yoga and teaches in after-school programs and at Terrace Fitness. 

Yoga classes are generously sponsored by:

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Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #2
May
19
12:00 PM12:00

Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #2

The soccer skills clinic is a great way to introduce your child to the game and help parents determine the level of interest of their child in pursuing the sport. The clinic will be run with three age groups: 3-5 yr olds, 6-8 yr olds, and 9-12 yr olds. Each participant will need to sign a waiver through the SocRoc Soccer portal prior to the clinic.

SocRoc Soccer has been voted Manhattan’s Best Soccer Program For Kids for five years in a row. Founded twenty years ago by former All-American and professional soccer player and personal trainer James Christie, SocRoc Soccer is a family-run, boutique fitness company. Coach James, along with his sister Heather, has built SocRoc into one of the most unique and creative exercise programs in New York City with over 100 five-star Google reviews. Every SocRoc coach is hand-picked and personally trained by Coach James, which makes SocRoc the apex of soccer, fitness, and fun. The goal at SocRoc Soccer is to encourage kids to be physically active, gain confidence, and learn social skills while discovering how to play soccer through age-appropriate skill-building. SocRoc's main goal: Make soccer fun! 

Complete the SocRoc Soccer liability waiver. (Use code FREECLINIC to eliminate any charges that may appear)

Please register in advance by filling out the below form so we know how many kids to plan for:


Soccer Clinics are generously sponsored by:




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T'ai Chi Classes
Jun
4
to Jul 28

T'ai Chi Classes

Come and learn some practical tools for taking care of yourself, through the practice of T’ai Chi Chuan. Principles, postures and movements from the T’ai Chi form will be introduced, to help you notice were you tend to hold tension in your body, release that tension, and develop a more relaxed, balanced state. Benefits are physical and psychological, enabling us to stay grounded and balanced, despite what life throws at us.

Class schedule:

  • Tuesdays at 6:30pm

    • June 4th

    • June 11th

    • June 25th

    • July 2nd

    • July 9th

    • July 23rd

  • Sundays at 10:00am

    • June 30th

    • July 28th

    Advance registration is not required - just show up for class and register on site.

Presented by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi is suitable for people of all ages, and no special clothing or equipment is required. Classes will be held on the center lawn and are weather permitting (follow us on social media for class cancellations).

For thousands of years, the principles and practice of T’ai Chi Chuan have been helping people to release tension, regain their health, and experience more of their full potential. Literally translated as “Supreme Ultimate Fist,” T’ai Chi Chuan has been called the queen of martial arts. It’s basic tenet is simple and evident in Nature— “In Softness there is Strength.”

 What is T’ai Chi?

 T’ai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese system of movement for health and vitality. Its practice results in increased awareness, sensitivity, and an unexcelled art of self-defense. The T’ai Chi form consists of a series of postures performed in a slow, continuous sequence. Unlike exercise that relies on muscular force and tension, the graceful movements of T’ai Chi emphasize relaxation, straightness, and true balance.

The T’ai Chi form taught by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, and it’s parent organization, the T’ai Chi Foundation, was refined from the Yang Family form by Master Cheng Man-Ch’ing. This form, commonly known as Yang Style Short Form, takes only 7–10 minutes to perform and is a complete physical exercise, balancing and rejuvenating both the internal organs and external musculature.

Learn more about T’ai Chi .

T’ai Chi Classes are generously sponsored by:

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Movies on the Lawn: Wish
Jun
28
7:30 PM19:30

Movies on the Lawn: Wish

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie on the lawn under the stars.

Movie synopsis: (Rated PG) A young woman named Asha possesses wild wishes for happiness. After making a wish on a starry night, Asha is surprised when Star, a ball of cosmic energy, comes down to accompany her. Asha and Star must work together to defeat the ruthless ruler, King Magnifico, who threatens the safety of her local community. With Asha's unstoppable courage and Star's magical powers, nothing is impossible.

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be prominently posted on our website and social media accounts.

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Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #3
Jun
30
12:00 PM12:00

Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #3

The soccer skills clinic is a great way to introduce your child to the game and help parents determine the level of interest of their child in pursuing the sport. The clinic will be run with three age groups: 3-5 yr olds, 6-8 yr olds, and 9-12 yr olds. Each participant will need to sign a waiver through the SocRoc Soccer portal prior to the clinic.

SocRoc Soccer has been voted Manhattan’s Best Soccer Program For Kids for five years in a row. Founded twenty years ago by former All-American and professional soccer player and personal trainer James Christie, SocRoc Soccer is a family-run, boutique fitness company. Coach James, along with his sister Heather, has built SocRoc into one of the most unique and creative exercise programs in New York City with over 100 five-star Google reviews. Every SocRoc coach is hand-picked and personally trained by Coach James, which makes SocRoc the apex of soccer, fitness, and fun. The goal at SocRoc Soccer is to encourage kids to be physically active, gain confidence, and learn social skills while discovering how to play soccer through age-appropriate skill-building. SocRoc's main goal: Make soccer fun! 

Complete the SocRoc Soccer liability waiver. (Use code FREECLINIC to eliminate any charges that may appear)

Registration for this event will open in the beginning of June.

Soccer Clinics are generously sponsored by:



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Halloween Trick or Treating
Nov
3
11:00 AM11:00

Halloween Trick or Treating

Save the Date - more details will be added closer to the event.

Friends of Corlears Hook Park is happy to once again bring a safe, outdoor Halloween trick or treating opportunity to the park for all local families to enjoy.

We will have various stations set up throughout the park during the event, manned by local families, businesses, and community groups, where kids can safely pick up some Halloween treats.

Advance registration will open in October.

Candy donations are being accepted, if you would like to donate candy to the event please email us.

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Annual Post Thanksgiving Clean-up
Dec
1
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Post Thanksgiving Clean-up

Join us to work off some of that large holiday meal and stress at our annual post-Thanksgiving leaf raking event. Come help us clean the park by raking and bagging leaves and other debris. We will supply all the tools, gloves and equipment. We just need your helping hands and smiling face for any amount of time that you can give. Student groups and those needing community service hours are welcome to attend. There will be something for all ages to help with.

Snacks and water will be provided.

Advance registration will open in November!



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Holiday Festival
Dec
8
4:00 PM16:00

Holiday Festival

Bring the kids and join us as we celebrate the December holidays and winter season by decorating the park. Decorations will be provided and some can be made on site (weather permitting). There will be decorations that celebrate the winter season as well as Hanukkah and Christmas. There will be some holiday treats for the kids as well.

Decorating will start at 4:00 pm.

The holiday tree in the center of the park will be lit at 5:00 pm.

The event is free for all to attend. Advance registration will open in late November.

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Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #1
Apr
28
12:00 PM12:00

Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #1

The soccer skills clinic is a great way to introduce your child to the game and help parents determine the level of interest of their child in pursuing the sport. The clinic will be run with three age groups: 3-5 yr olds, 6-8 yr olds, and 9-12 yr olds. Each participant will need to sign a waiver through the SocRoc Soccer portal prior to the clinic.

SocRoc Soccer has been voted Manhattan’s Best Soccer Program For Kids for five years in a row. Founded twenty years ago by former All-American and professional soccer player and personal trainer James Christie, SocRoc Soccer is a family-run, boutique fitness company. Coach James, along with his sister Heather, has built SocRoc into one of the most unique and creative exercise programs in New York City with over 100 five-star Google reviews. Every SocRoc coach is hand-picked and personally trained by Coach James, which makes SocRoc the apex of soccer, fitness, and fun. The goal at SocRoc Soccer is to encourage kids to be physically active, gain confidence, and learn social skills while discovering how to play soccer through age-appropriate skill-building. SocRoc's main goal: Make soccer fun! 

Complete the SocRoc Soccer liability waiver. (Use code FREECLINIC to eliminate any charges that may appear)

Due to class size limitation, we have closed pre-registration for this clinic. If you want to be added to the wait list to take the place of any cancellations please email us.

The next clinic will be on May 19th.

Soccer Clinics are generously sponsored by:




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Spring Fest: Egg Hunt & Batalá New York Performance
Mar
30
11:00 AM11:00

Spring Fest: Egg Hunt & Batalá New York Performance

Join us for a fun-filled Spring day that includes a rousing performance by Batalá New York, an egg hunt, lawn games, and arts & crafts activities for all to enjoy!

Photo from 2022 performance in Corlears

Batalá New York is the premier all-women, Black-led percussion ensemble, bringing high-energy performances to the people of New York City through an engaging blend of cultural education and joyous entertainment. Learn more about Batalá New York.

Event Schedule (subject to change):

11am-1pm: Lawn Games and Arts & Crafts

11:15am: Batalá New York Performance

12pm-1pm: Egg Hunt(s)

This event is free and open to all…no need to shell out big bucks for a day of eggs-cel­lent fam­i­ly-friend­ly fun! If you would like to donate event supplies please shop our Amazon WishList.

Other activities and information will be provided by FDNY, Henry Street Settlement, Lower East Side Ecology Center, NYC Ferry, and the Girl Scouts.

Pre-reg­is­tra­tion for this event has ended but if you would like to attend please just show up and check in at the registration table in the park.

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NYC Audubon Christmas Bird Count 2023
Dec
17
9:00 AM09:00

NYC Audubon Christmas Bird Count 2023

The 124th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count—the nation's longest-running Community Science bird project—will soon be underway nationwide, and in all five boroughs of New York City. The Lower East Side portion of the count includes Corlears Hook Park and East River Park.

Anyone can participate, even beginner birders! The data collected over the past century by volunteer observers, ranging from experienced ornithologists to casual nature enthusiasts, allow researchers to study the long-term health and status of bird populations across North America. This family-friendly activity is a great way to explore our City's natural areas while contributing to valuable scientific research, and we encourage all to participate!

To participate, register on the NYC Audubon website.

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Holiday Festival
Dec
9
4:00 PM16:00

Holiday Festival

Due to the weather forecast we have moved this event to Saturday, December 9th

Bring the kids and join us as we celebrate the December holidays and winter season by decorating the park. Decorations will be provided and some can be made on site (weather permitting). There will be decorations that celebrate the winter season as well as Hanukkah and Christmas. There will be some holiday treats for the kids as well.

Decorating will start at 4:00 pm.

The holiday tree in the center of the park will be lit at 5:00 pm.

The event is free for all to attend. Advance registration has closed: If you did not register you can still attend and register on site when you arrive.

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Annual Post Thanksgiving Clean-up
Nov
26
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Post Thanksgiving Clean-up

Join us to work off some of that large holiday meal and stress at our annual post-Thanksgiving leaf raking event. Come help us clean the park by raking and bagging leaves and other debris. We will supply all the tools, gloves and equipment. We just need your helping hands and smiling face for any amount of time that you can give. Student groups and those needing community service hours are welcome to attend. There will be something for all ages to help with.

Snacks and water will be provided.

Advance registration has closed: If you did not register you can still attend and register on site when you arrive. Thanks!



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Halloween Trick or Treating
Oct
29
11:00 AM11:00

Halloween Trick or Treating

This event will be rain or shine!

Friends of Corlears Hook Park is happy to once again bring a safe, outdoor Halloween trick or treating opportunity to the park for all local families to enjoy.

We will have various stations set up throughout the park during the event, manned by local families, businesses, and community groups, where kids can safely pick up some Halloween treats.

Advance registration has closed: If you did not register you can still attend and register on site when you arrive.

Candy donations are being accepted, if you would like to donate candy to the event please email us.

Trick or Treat stations include (list in formation and subject to change):

  • Berrios Family

  • Caraballo Family

  • Chrystie Street Ballet Academy

  • Cooke Family

  • Espino Family

  • Grand Street Dems

  • Halloween treats from Merlin and Estelle

  • HelloLeo

  • Impact Coaching Network

  • Kidz Smile Dentistry

  • Lower East Side Ecology Center

  • New York Life

  • Paul Taylor Dance School

  • Pilates Coven

  • Premier Chess

  • Ramos Family

  • Ruggiero / Cabrera Family

  • Schiller / Biklen Family

  • SocRoc Soccer

Thank you to the following who have supported the event with candy donations. (list in formation):

  • Arbisser Family

  • Atlas Family

  • Brenner Family

  • Mary Jo Burke

  • Isabel & Patrick Burns

  • Fields Family

  • Isabella Garcia

  • Lansky Family

  • LES OLS Little League

  • McCormick-Ziegler Family

  • Montgomery Family

  • Reddy/Trias Family

  • Schulz/Fisher Family

  • Trader Joe’s

  • Daniel Wang & Family

  • Justin Wiezel

We have over 250 families who have registered to attend. To have a safe event we ask everyone follow the protocols listed below.

Trick or Treat Station map

  •  Please enter the park at the North Jackson Street entrance and exit at South Jackson Street entrance (see map below).

  • With the exception of one area where people will have to turn around, we would like to keep the trick or treating line in a one-way direction.

  • Please help keep the line of trick or treaters moving. Do not stop to chitchat or play with any neighbors or friends you might run into, move on to the next station after getting treats and exit the park when done so that we can let more people in.

  • NYC Parks is not requiring any COVID-safety guidelines currently but please do what you feel comfortable with as far as that goes. We will have masks and sanitizer on hand if needed.

  • We ask parents/guardians to self-regulate for any kids with food allergies – there will be special teal bags at all stations with treats for kids with allergies.

  • We will have a handful of volunteers on hand helping with traffic flow and registration, please be courteous to them.

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FUN FEST JAPAN
Oct
1
12:00 PM12:00

FUN FEST JAPAN

Presented by The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York (JFDINY), FUN FEST JAPAN celebrates Japan and NYC with an all day Japanese cultural festival, featuring traditional performing arts and fun cultural activities for the whole family! Enjoy performances by JFDINY’s own Minbuza (Japanese Folk Dance), Samurai Sword Soul (Traditional Sword Fighting), Taiko Masala (Taiko Drumming), and Yuzu Natsumi (Folk Music). While in our activities area, experienced teachers will lead children in a variety of fun Japanese arts and crafts such as origami, calligraphy, kendama, and kimono dressing. The finale of the day will be the Bon Odori, a traditional Japanese Summer event where everyone joins in and dances together! Come to FUN FEST JAPAN and let’s celebrate NYC!

See photos and videos from last year’s event on our Facebook page.

Below is the schedule of events for the day.

12:00PM - Festival begins

12:30PM - Natsumi Yuzu (Music) Performance

1:00PM - Samurai Sword Soul Performance

2:00PM - Taiko Masala Performance

2:40PM - Hangasa Parade

3:00PM - Minbuza Performance

3:30PM - Bon Odori with Minbuza and Taiko Masala

4:00PM – Festival ends

FUN FEST JAPAN is made possible in part with funds from Creative Engagement, a regrant program supported by The New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and administered by LMCC.

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Fall Equinox Beautification Day
Sep
30
10:00 AM10:00

Fall Equinox Beautification Day

Cancelled due to weather!

Spend a couple of hours or more helping us beautify the park by helping with weeding, picking up trash and planting some new shrubs. We will also be joined by members of the Lower East Side Ecology Center’s Master Composter Program who will be showing us how to properly apply compost to the garden beds.

We will supply gloves and all the tools needed, all we need is your helping hands for any amount of time you can spare. Water will be provided for all volunteers.

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Rosh Hashanah Shofar Blowing
Sep
17
6:00 PM18:00

Rosh Hashanah Shofar Blowing

Join the Young Israel Synagogue of Manhattan for a special Shofar blowing.*

The blowing will occur right at 6pm so please be on time/early.

*This special shofar blowing is intended specifically for those who are unable to come to a regular minyon, but all are welcome to attend.

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T'ai Chi Class - Free
Sep
11
to Sep 30

T'ai Chi Class - Free

Join us for fall tai chi

Come and learn some practical tools for taking care of yourself, through the practice of T’ai Chi Chuan. Principles, postures and movements from the T’ai Chi form will be introduced, to help you notice were you tend to hold tension in your body, release that tension, and develop a more relaxed, balanced state. Benefits are physical and psychological, enabling us to stay grounded and balanced, despite what life throws at us.

Revised Class schedule:

  • Monday, September 11 at 6:30pm. (9/11 class cancelled due to rain).

  • Monday, September 18 at 6:30pm.

    (9/18 class cancelled due to rain).

  • Saturday, September 23 at 4:00pm

    (9/23 class cancelled due to rain).

  • Wednesday, September 27 at 6:30pm.

  • Saturday, September 30 at 4:00pm

    No advance registration is needed, just show up for class on the center lawns. .

Presented by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi is suitable for people of all ages, and no special clothing or equipment is required. Classes will be held on the center lawn and are weather permitting (follow us on social media for class cancellations).

For thousands of years, the principles and practice of T’ai Chi Chuan have been helping people to release tension, regain their health, and experience more of their full potential. Literally translated as “Supreme Ultimate Fist,” T’ai Chi Chuan has been called the queen of martial arts. It’s basic tenet is simple and evident in Nature— “In Softness there is Strength.”

 What is T’ai Chi?

 T’ai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese system of movement for health and vitality. Its practice results in increased awareness, sensitivity, and an unexcelled art of self-defense. The T’ai Chi form consists of a series of postures performed in a slow, continuous sequence. Unlike exercise that relies on muscular force and tension, the graceful movements of T’ai Chi emphasize relaxation, straightness, and true balance.

The T’ai Chi form taught by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, and it’s parent organization, the T’ai Chi Foundation, was refined from the Yang Family form by Master Cheng Man-Ch’ing. This form, commonly known as Yang Style Short Form, takes only 7–10 minutes to perform and is a complete physical exercise, balancing and rejuvenating both the internal organs and external musculature.

Learn more about T’ai Chi .

T’ai Chi Classes are generously sponsored by the NYC Green Fund.

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Movies on the Lawn: Clifford the Big Red Dog
Jun
20
7:30 PM19:30

Movies on the Lawn: Clifford the Big Red Dog

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie on the lawn under the stars.

Movie synopsis: When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth meets a magical animal rescuer who gifts her a little, red puppy, she never anticipates waking up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her small New York City apartment. While her single mom is away for business, Emily and her fun but impulsive uncle Casey set out on an adventure. Rated PG

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be prominently posted on our website and social media accounts.

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Yoga with YogaSole
Jun
5
to Jul 17

Yoga with YogaSole

  • Friends of Corlears Hook Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get fit in the park with our free weekly yoga classes. Classes will be held every Monday evenings at 6:30pm (weather permitting). See class schedule below. This year’s classes will be presented by YogaSole.

Class Schedule

  • Monday, June 5

  • Monday, June 12

  • Monday, June 19

  • Monday, June 26

Due to popular demand we have added two additional classes in July:

  • Monday, July 10

  • Monday, July 17

These instructor-led classes are free to the public and open to all levels of experience from beginner to advanced practitioners. Kids are welcome to come as well. A limited number of yoga mats will be available for use but if you have your own, please bring it. We will also provide snacks and water for class participants. Come dressed in clothing that will allow you to stretch, sit, and lie down comfortably. 

Advance registration is not required - just show up for class and register on site.

WHAT IS YOGA?

While there are 100s different types of yoga, YogaSole aims to instruct an accessible combination of breathwork, meditation, and movement in each session. At YogaSole, our intention is to help individuals stretch, strengthen, and relax in a way that honors their individual connection to their mental and physical being. With a history dating back thousands of years, practicing yoga has demonstrated a number of benefits including increasing body awareness, strengthening our mind/body connection, increasing flexibility and balance, and creating relaxation.

Instructor bio:

Dena Levitz received her RYT200 certification in 2019 through Tavoos Garden, based in Siem Reap, Cambodia, studying under the great Yogi Madhav. She aims to help students use yoga as a tool for empowerment, resilience, and liberation and to make the practice available and approachable to all. Dena has a deep appreciation for the physical traditions of asana but also for the other limbs of yoga. Her classes are dynamic, yet playful, rooted in classic hatha and vinyasa and incorporating other modalities as well. Dena has been an instructor with Sputnik Yoga and teaches group classes regularly at YogaSole and Dou Yoga in Brooklyn. In addition, she is a certified children’s yoga and mindfulness teacher through Little Flower Yoga and teaches in after-school programs and at Terrace Fitness. 

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Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #2
Jun
4
12:00 PM12:00

Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #2

The soccer skills clinic is a great way to introduce your child to the game and help parents determine the level of interest of their child in pursuing the sport. The clinic will be run with three age groups: 3-5 yr olds, 6-8 yr olds, and 9-12 yr olds. Each participant will need to sign a waiver through the SocRoc Soccer portal prior to the clinic.

SocRoc Soccer has been voted Manhattan’s Best Soccer Program For Kids for five years in a row. Founded twenty years ago by former All-American and professional soccer player and personal trainer James Christie, SocRoc Soccer is a family-run, boutique fitness company. Coach James, along with his sister Heather, has built SocRoc into one of the most unique and creative exercise programs in New York City with over 100 five-star Google reviews. Every SocRoc coach is hand-picked and personally trained by Coach James, which makes SocRoc the apex of soccer, fitness, and fun. The goal at SocRoc Soccer is to encourage kids to be physically active, gain confidence, and learn social skills while discovering how to play soccer through age-appropriate skill-building. SocRoc's main goal: Make soccer fun! 

SocRoc will also provide a free semester scholarship to one student who will be randomly selected from the pool of children who attend both clinics (5/21 and 6/4).

Complete the SocRoc Soccer liability waiver. (if you did this already for the first session you do not need to do it again).

Due to space is limitations we have closed registration for this event as we have reached capacity. If you would like to be added to the waitlist in case of cancellations please email us.


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It's My Park Day - Clean-up & Weeding
Jun
3
11:00 AM11:00

It's My Park Day - Clean-up & Weeding

Spend a couple of hours helping us get rid of the weeds taking over the garden beds. We will also be removing some of the dead plantings, as well as, do some other general clean-up and maintenance activities in areas throughout the park.

We will supply gloves and all the tools needed, all we need is your helping hands for any amount of time you can spare. Water and snacks will be provided.

Meet us at our tool shed near the Jackson Street entrance.

Advance registration is not required - just show up and help out.

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Movies on the Lawn: Minions, The Rise of Gru
May
24
7:30 PM19:30

Movies on the Lawn: Minions, The Rise of Gru

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie on the lawn under the stars.

Movie synopsis: In the 1970s, 12-year-old Gru schemes and plots (with the help of the Minions) to become a member of the Vicious 6, an infamous group of supervillians. Chaos, adventure, and hilarity ensue after he manages to steal a valuable object from their headquarters. Rated PG

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be prominently posted on our website and social media accounts.

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Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #1
May
21
12:00 PM12:00

Kids Soccer Clinic with SocRoc Soccer - session #1

The soccer skills clinic is a great way to introduce your child to the game and help parents determine the level of interest of their child in pursuing the sport. The clinic will be run with three age groups: 3-5 yr olds, 6-8 yr olds, and 9-12 yr olds. Each participant will need to sign a waiver through the SocRoc Soccer portal prior to the clinic.

SocRoc Soccer has been voted Manhattan’s Best Soccer Program For Kids for five years in a row. Founded twenty years ago by former All-American and professional soccer player and personal trainer James Christie, SocRoc Soccer is a family-run, boutique fitness company. Coach James, along with his sister Heather, has built SocRoc into one of the most unique and creative exercise programs in New York City with over 100 five-star Google reviews. Every SocRoc coach is hand-picked and personally trained by Coach James, which makes SocRoc the apex of soccer, fitness, and fun. The goal at SocRoc Soccer is to encourage kids to be physically active, gain confidence, and learn social skills while discovering how to play soccer through age-appropriate skill-building. SocRoc's main goal: Make soccer fun! 

SocRoc will also provide a free semester scholarship to one student who will be randomly selected from the pool of children who attend both clinics (5/21 and 6/4). Registration for 6/4 clinic will be handled separately.

Complete the SocRoc Soccer liability waiver.

Due to space is limitations we have closed registration for this event as we have reached capacity. If you would like to be added to the waitlist in case of cancellations please email us.


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T'ai Chi Class - Free
May
1
to May 22

T'ai Chi Class - Free

Due to popular demand, we have added an additional class on May 22nd

Come and learn some practical tools for taking care of yourself, through the practice of T’ai Chi Chuan. Principles, postures and movements from the T’ai Chi form will be introduced, to help you notice were you tend to hold tension in your body, release that tension, and develop a more relaxed, balanced state. Benefits are physical and psychological, enabling us to stay grounded and balanced, despite what life throws at us.

Class schedule:

  • Monday, May 1 at 6:30pm.

  • Monday May 8 at 6:30pm.

  • Monday, May 15 at 6:30pm.

  • Monday, May 22 at 6:30pm.

    No advance registration is needed, just show up for class on the center lawns. .

Presented by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi is suitable for people of all ages, and no special clothing or equipment is required. Classes will be held on the center lawn and are weather permitting (follow us on social media for class cancellations).

For thousands of years, the principles and practice of T’ai Chi Chuan have been helping people to release tension, regain their health, and experience more of their full potential. Literally translated as “Supreme Ultimate Fist,” T’ai Chi Chuan has been called the queen of martial arts. It’s basic tenet is simple and evident in Nature— “In Softness there is Strength.”

 What is T’ai Chi?

 T’ai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese system of movement for health and vitality. Its practice results in increased awareness, sensitivity, and an unexcelled art of self-defense. The T’ai Chi form consists of a series of postures performed in a slow, continuous sequence. Unlike exercise that relies on muscular force and tension, the graceful movements of T’ai Chi emphasize relaxation, straightness, and true balance.

The T’ai Chi form taught by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, and it’s parent organization, the T’ai Chi Foundation, was refined from the Yang Family form by Master Cheng Man-Ch’ing. This form, commonly known as Yang Style Short Form, takes only 7–10 minutes to perform and is a complete physical exercise, balancing and rejuvenating both the internal organs and external musculature.

Learn more about T’ai Chi .

T’ai Chi Classes are generously sponsored by the NYC Green Relief and Recovery Fund.

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Spring Egg Hunt
Apr
8
11:00 AM11:00

Spring Egg Hunt

Join us for the first-ever egg hunt at the park. Hundreds of treat-filled plastic eggs will be “hidden” throughout the center lawns for kids to collect. This new event will also include an array of lawn games and arts and crafts for families to enjoy. Our friends from NYC Ferry will also be on site with information and giveaways.

During the 11am-1pm event time we will have two 1-hour slots (11-12 & 12-1) During each of these slots the first 30 minutes will be devoted to games and crafts and the egg hunt will be during the second half of the hour (11:30 and 12:30 respectively).

The Spring Egg Hunt is free and open to all…no need to shell out big bucks for a day of eggs-cel­lent fam­i­ly-friend­ly fun! If you would like to donate event supplies please shop our Amazon WishList.

Pre-reg­is­tra­tion for this event has ended but if you would like to attend please just show up at the designated time for your last name and check in on site. Thanks!

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Holiday Festival
Dec
12
6:30 PM18:30

Holiday Festival

NEW DATE & TIME DUE TO WEATHER

Bring the kids and join us as we celebrate the December holidays and winter season by decorating the park. Decorations will be provided and some can be made on site (weather permitting). There will be decorations that celebrate the winter season as well as Hanukkah and Christmas. There will be some holiday treats for the kids as well.

Decorating will start at 6:30 pm.

The holiday tree in the center of the park will be lit at 7:00 pm.

We have closed advanced registration for this event. If you would like to attend you can register on site at the event. The event is free for all to attend.

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Annual Post Thanksgiving Leaf Rake-up
Nov
27
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Post Thanksgiving Leaf Rake-up

Join us to work off some of that large holiday meal and stress at our annual post-Thanksgiving leaf raking event. Come help us clean the park by raking and bagging leaves and other debris. We will supply all the tools, gloves and equipment. We just need your helping hands and smiling face for any amount of time that you can give. Student groups and those needing community service hours are welcome to attend. There will be something for all ages to help with.

Snacks and water will be provided.

We have closed pre-registration for this event but if you would like to attend just show up at the park anytime between 10am and 12:30pm and you can sign-up on site. Thank you.


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Halloween Trick or Treating
Oct
30
11:00 AM11:00

Halloween Trick or Treating

Friends of Corlears Hook Park is happy to once again bring a safe, outdoor Halloween trick or treating opportunity to the park for all local families to enjoy.

We will have various stations set up throughout the park during the two hour period of 11am-1pm on Halloween, manned by local families and community groups, where kids can safely pick up some Halloween treats.

Advance registration has closed: If you did not register you can still attend and register on site when you arrive.

Candy donations are still being accepted, if you would like to donate candy to the event please email us.

We have a lot of families who have registered to attend so we ask that in order for us to have a safe event everyone follow the protocols listed below.

  • Please enter the park at the North Jackson Street entrance and exit at South Jackson Street entrance (see below map).

  • With the exception of one area where people will have to turn around, we would like to keep the trick or treating line in a one-way direction.

  • Please help keep the line of trick or treaters moving. Do not stop to chitchat or play with any neighbors or friends you might run into, move on to the next station after getting treats and exit the park when done so that we can let more people in.

  • NYC Parks is not requiring any COVID-safety guidelines currently but please do what you feel comfortable with as far as that goes. We will have masks and sanitizer on hand if needed. Hand sanitizer will be available on site as needed.

  • We ask parents/guardians to self-regulate for any kids with food allergies – there will be special purple bags at all stations with treats for kids with allergies.

  • We will have a handful of volunteers on hand helping with traffic flow and registration, please be courteous to them.

To date trick or treating stations include (subject to change):

  • Berrios Family

  • Caraballo and Rebollo Family

  • Cooke Family

  • Girl Scouts

  • Grand Street Dems

  • Halloween treats from Merlin and Estelle

  • Kidz Smile Dentistry

  • Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York

  • Marchetta/Matto Family

  • Miller Family

  • NYC Ferry

  • NYPD 7th Precinct

  • Paul Taylor Dance School

  • Premier Chess

  • Ramos Family

  • Ruggiero/Cabrera Family

  • Schiller-Biklen Family

  • SocRoc Soccer

Trick or Treat station map

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Matsuri NYC Fall Fest  (New Date)
Oct
23
12:00 PM12:00

Matsuri NYC Fall Fest (New Date)

Presented by The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York (JFDINY), Matsuri NYC Fall Fest celebrates Japan and NYC with an all day Japanese cultural festival, featuring traditional performing arts and fun cultural activities for the whole family! Enjoy performances by JFDINY’s own Minbuza (Japanese Folk Dance), Samurai Sword Soul (Traditional Sword Fighting), and Taiko Masala (Taiko Drumming). While in our activities area, experienced teachers will lead children in a variety of fun Japanese arts and crafts such as origami, calligraphy, kendama, and kimono dressing. The finale of the day will be the Bon Odori, a traditional Japanese Summer event where everyone joins in and dances together! Come to Matsuri NYC Fall Fest and let’s celebrate NYC!

See photos and videos from last year’s event on our Facebook page.

Matsuri NYC Fall Fest is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, a regrant program supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by LMCC. Additional funding by GREEN / ARTS LIVE NYC, which is made possible with support from Con Edison’s Arts Al Fresco Series and the Thompson Family Foundation, administered by City Parks Foundation in collaboration with Mov!ng Culture Projects and Partnerships for Parks. Logistical support provided by our partnering organization, The Friends of Corlears Hook Park.

About The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York:

JFDINY was formed by Momo Suzuki (Director) in 1992. The purpose of our organization is to research, promote, and keep alive interest in traditional Japanese folk dances. Our primary function is the performing, teaching, and preserving of those authentic dances, historically performed by the working people of Japan. Through dance, we introduce audiences to the spirit of the Japanese people!

Some of our proudest achievements include performances at the Epcot Pavilion at Disney World Florida, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, annual performances at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Festival, as well as an appearance in Madonna’s music video “Nothing Really Matters.” Recent cultural advising/choreography work includes Dallas Opera and Atlanta Opera’s productions of Madame Butterfly (2022), as well as a residency in choreography at Boston University for Ronald Richardson’s play “Kamioroshi” (2019). Recent national media appearances include NBC’s The Today Show (2021).

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Not Your Mother's Pan-Asian Festival
Oct
8
6:00 PM18:00

Not Your Mother's Pan-Asian Festival

Not Your Mother's Pan-Asian Festival (NYMPAF) is a groundbreaking new event that celebrates the breadth of AAPI dance expression. We seek to connect the East and the venerable rest, creating a new style that blends the traditional and the contemporary, honoring our history and our present. (And we mean no disrespect to our mothers--they're the ones who first taught us how to groove!)

NYMPAF will feature traditional and contemporary works performed by an AAPI roster of Kevin Toyo, Minbuza (The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of NY), Dancers Unlimited, Kelly Tsai, gorno_suzuki_tanabe, Urvashie Kissoon (Indian Classical Dance), Saung Budaya (Indonesian Dance) and Kinding Sindaw (Indigenous Mindanao Dance).

The dynamic lighting design (by Kia Rogers) will illuminate dancers as they perform in locations all around the park.

This free program is presented in conjunction with The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of NY, Friends of Corlears Hook Park and is made possible by GREEN / ARTS LIVE NYC, which is made possible with support from Con Edison’s Arts Al Fresco Series and the Thompson Family Foundation, administered by City Parks Foundation in collaboration with Mov!ng Culture Projects and Partnerships for Parks.

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Matsuri NYC Fall Fest - CANCELLED
Oct
2
12:00 PM12:00

Matsuri NYC Fall Fest - CANCELLED

DUE TO TROICAL STORM IAN, WE HAVE DECIDED TO POSTPONE THIS EVENT TO A LATER DATE. STAY TUNED…..

Presented by The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York (JFDINY), Matsuri NYC Fall Fest celebrates Japan and NYC with an all day Japanese cultural festival, featuring traditional performing arts and fun cultural activities for the whole family! Enjoy performances by JFDINY’s own Minbuza (Japanese Folk Dance), Samurai Sword Soul (Traditional Sword Fighting), and Taiko Masala (Taiko Drumming). While in our activities area, experienced teachers will lead children in a variety of fun Japanese arts and crafts such as origami, calligraphy, kendama, and kimono dressing. The finale of the day will be the Bon Odori, a traditional Japanese Summer event where everyone joins in and dances together! Come to Matsuri NYC Fall Fest and let’s celebrate NYC!

See photos and videos from last year’s event on our Facebook page.

Matsuri NYC Fall Fest is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, a regrant program supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by LMCC. Additional funding by GREEN / ARTS LIVE NYC, which is made possible with support from Con Edison’s Arts Al Fresco Series and the Thompson Family Foundation, administered by City Parks Foundation in collaboration with Mov!ng Culture Projects and Partnerships for Parks. Logistical support provided by our partnering organization, The Friends of Corlears Hook Park.

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Japanese Dance Workshop #2
Sep
29
6:30 PM18:30

Japanese Dance Workshop #2

Prepare for Matsuri NYC Fall Fest with free Japanese dance workshops in the park led by The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York (JFDINY). Workshops will be held on Thursday, 9/15 and 9/29 from 6:30PM to 7:30PM.

Master Bon Dance, a simple traditional form of folk dance which you can dance in the Bon Odori finale of the Matsuri NYC Fall Fest.

About The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York:

JFDINY was formed by Momo Suzuki (Director) in 1992. The purpose of our organization is to research, promote, and keep alive interest in traditional Japanese folk dances. Our primary function is the performing, teaching, and preserving of those authentic dances, historically performed by the working people of Japan. Through dance, we introduce audiences to the spirit of the Japanese people!

Some of our proudest achievements include performances at the Epcot Pavilion at Disney World Florida, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, annual performances at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Festival, as well as an appearance in Madonna’s music video “Nothing Really Matters.” Recent cultural advising/choreography work includes Dallas Opera and Atlanta Opera’s productions of Madame Butterfly (2022), as well as a residency in choreography at Boston University for Ronald Richardson’s play “Kamioroshi” (2019). Recent national media appearances include NBC’s The Today Show (2021).

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Japanese Dance Workshop #1
Sep
15
6:30 PM18:30

Japanese Dance Workshop #1

Prepare for Matsuri NYC Fall Fest with free Japanese dance workshops in the park led by The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York (JFDINY). Workshops will be held on Thursday, 9/15 and 9/29 from 6:30PM to 7:30PM.

Master Bon Dance, a simple traditional form of folk dance which you can dance in the Bon Odori finale of the Matsuri NYC Fall Fest.

About The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of New York:

JFDINY was formed by Momo Suzuki (Director) in 1992. The purpose of our organization is to research, promote, and keep alive interest in traditional Japanese folk dances. Our primary function is the performing, teaching, and preserving of those authentic dances, historically performed by the working people of Japan. Through dance, we introduce audiences to the spirit of the Japanese people!

Some of our proudest achievements include performances at the Epcot Pavilion at Disney World Florida, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, annual performances at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Festival, as well as an appearance in Madonna’s music video “Nothing Really Matters.” Recent cultural advising/choreography work includes Dallas Opera and Atlanta Opera’s productions of Madame Butterfly (2022), as well as a residency in choreography at Boston University for Ronald Richardson’s play “Kamioroshi” (2019). Recent national media appearances include NBC’s The Today Show (2021).

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Movies Under the Stars - Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Sep
14
7:30 PM19:30

Movies Under the Stars - Ghostbusters: Afterlife

Ghostbusters: Afterlife Poster

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie under the stars on the ball field.

From director Jason Reitman and producer Ivan Reitman comes the next chapter in the original Ghostbusters universe. In Ghostbusters: Afterlife, when a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind.

Rated PG-13
The following movie has been rated PG-13. Some material may be inappropriate for young children. Parents may wish to consider whether it should be viewed by those under 13.


Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be prominently posted on our website and social media accounts.

This event is provided by NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment.

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T'ai Chi Class - Free
Sep
6
to Sep 13

T'ai Chi Class - Free

September 6th class has been cancelled due to the rain.

Come and learn some practical tools for taking care of yourself, through the practice of T’ai Chi Chuan. Principles, postures and movements from the T’ai Chi form will be introduced, to help you notice were you tend to hold tension in your body, release that tension, and develop a more relaxed, balanced state. Benefits are physical and psychological, enabling us to stay grounded and balanced, despite what life throws at us.

Class schedule: Tuesdays, September 6 and 13 at 6:30pm. Presented by the New York School of Tai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi is suitable for people of all ages, and no special clothing or equipment is required. Classes will be held on the center lawn and are weather permitting (follow us on social media for class cancellations).

For thousands of years, the principles and practice of T’ai Chi Chuan have been helping people to release tension, regain their health, and experience more of their full potential. Literally translated as “Supreme Ultimate Fist,” T’ai Chi Chuan has been called the queen of martial arts. It’s basic tenet is simple and evident in Nature— “In Softness there is Strength.”

 What is Tai Chi?

 T’ai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese system of movement for health and vitality. Its practice results in increased awareness, sensitivity, and an unexcelled art of self-defense. The T’ai Chi form consists of a series of postures performed in a slow, continuous sequence. Unlike exercise that relies on muscular force and tension, the graceful movements of T’ai Chi emphasize relaxation, straightness, and true balance.

The T’ai Chi form taught by the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan, and it’s parent organization, the T’ai Chi Foundation, was refined from the Yang Family form by Master Cheng Man-Ch’ing. This form, commonly known as Yang Style Short Form, takes only 7–10 minutes to perform and is a complete physical exercise, balancing and rejuvenating both the internal organs and external musculature.

Learn more about T’ai Chi .

No advance registration is needed, just show up for class.

T’ai Chi Classes are generously sponsored by the NYC Green Relief and Recovery Fund.

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Fun Fest: Batalá New York Performance
Jul
16
1:00 PM13:00

Fun Fest: Batalá New York Performance

Join us for an afternoon of lawn games, arts & crafts and more. Bring a blanket and family picnic and enjoy a rousing performance by Batalá New York.

Event Schedule:

  • 1:00 - 2:00 PM

    • Lawn games (badminton, cornhole, Jenga, sack races, etc.).

    • Arts & crafts activities for the kids. Children will be able to make their own drum or tambourine to play along when Batalá New York performs.

    • Tangram challenge presented by The Museum of Chinese in America (MoCA). 

  • 1:15 - 1:30 PM

  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM

    • Batalá New York performance

Batalá New York is the premier all-women, Black-led percussion ensemble, bringing high-energy performances to the people of New York City through an engaging blend of cultural education and joyous entertainment. Learn more about Batalá New York.

We have closed advance registration for this event but you do not need to pre-register to attend. Simply show up at the park and check-in on site. See you there!


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Dance Party (silent and live)
Jun
18
2:00 PM14:00

Dance Party (silent and live)

Join us for a fun filled dance event with Lower East Side DJ extraordinaire Dat Gurl Curly!

2:00 - 5:00 PM: Silent Disco - participants will wear headsets* and choose from three channels of different music to dance to. One channel will be tunes spun by DJ Dat Gurl Curly.

5:00 - 7:00 PM: Live Music - Headsets come off and DJ Dat Gurl Curly continues to spin live music for all to enjoy.

This event will be held in the playground area.

*Participants will need to turn in an ID to receive headset(s). ID will be returned when headset(s) is returned.

Advance registration for this event has closed. If you would still like to attend just show up and register on site at the park.

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