Teatown Lake Reservation Events

Saturday August 8 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

Dream’s Garden, 50 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, 10562, United States

Guided Immersion: Pollinating Sweetness and Reciprocity

Led by Lauren Green of Dream’s Garden (OCGDLC) & Eva Giorgi in collaboration with Teatown. Pollinating Sweetness & Reciprocity invites participants to explore: What sweetness is present with me in this season? What gifts am I being called to share and what am I open to ......More

Dream’s Garden, 50 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, 10562, United States

Sunday August 30 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Teatown, 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, 10562

Wildflower Island Curator Chat (For everyone 10+)

Join Wildflower Island Curator Rebecca Dymes for a talk before our first Open Gate Day of the season. She will highlight what’s in bloom, share botanical information, and touch on the history of this unique plant refuge. Members $3 Non-members $8 Limited to 20 participa......More

Teatown, 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, 10562

Sunday August 30 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT

Teatown, 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, 10562

Wildflower Island Open Gate Day (ages 10+, no dogs)

The gates of Wildflower Island are open – come stroll the winding paths and enjoy the beauty of Teatown Lake from a different perspective. Guides will be stationed in the Gatehouse and along the trails to answer questions about the flowers in bloom. Please, no children ......More

Teatown, 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, 10562

Saturday September 5 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

Cliffdale Farm, 85 Teatown Rd, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States

Open Gate Day: Cliffdale Farm Animals (for everyone)

The garden gates will be open at Cliffdale Farm and we invite you to visit our temporary bird and mammal enclosures. Drop in to speak with our Raptor Group volunteers, who will share their expertise about our live collection, including Red-tailed Hawks, Turkey Vultures,......More

Cliffdale Farm, 85 Teatown Rd, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States

Wednesday September 9 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 E Main St, Shrub Oak, NY, 10588, United States

Birding Basics at the John C. Hart Memorial Library (for everyone)

Can you tell an eagle from an egret? This beginner-friendly introduction to birding helps participants build confidence in identifying birds in the field. Learn essential tools, helpful resources, and practical tips—then put your skills to the test together. This progr......More

John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 E Main St, Shrub Oak, NY, 10588, United States

Saturday September 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Eastchester Public Library, 11 Oakridge Pl, Eastchester, NY, 10709, United States

Birding Basics at the Eastchester Public Library (for everyone)

Eastchester Public Library, 11 Oakridge Pl, Eastchester, NY, 10709, United States

Saturday September 19 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester, New York, 10573, United States

Exploring Entomology: Beyond Butterflies at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library (for everyone)

Step into the fascinating world of insects! From monarch caterpillars to dragonflies, this interactive program introduces participants to local invertebrates. Create your own sweep net and learn how to safely observe and handle insects while gaining a deeper appreciatio......More

Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester, New York, 10573, United States

Tuesday September 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford, NY, 10523, United States

Hudson Valley Wildlife at the Greenburgh Public Library (for families)

What’s living in your backyard? This engaging, hands-on program introduces participants to wildlife found in the Hudson Hills and Highlands region. Using live animals, mounts, furs, and bones, a Teatown educator brings local species to life while exploring key concepts ......More

Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford, NY, 10523, United States

Tuesday September 22 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT

Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester, New York, 10573, United States

Gardening with Native Plants at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library (for adults)

Discover how your garden can support local ecosystems. This program explores the importance of native plants in providing food and habitat for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Participants will leave with practical ideas and inspiration to create environmentally ......More

Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester, New York, 10573, United States

Friday October 9 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT

New York Botanical Garden, 2950 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY, 10458, United States

A Night in the Woods Gala 2026

A Night in the WoodsTeatown’s Annual GalaFriday, October 9, 20266:00 in the eveningNew York Botanical Garden, Bronx, NYHonoreesZiporah JanowskiDan Riesel Benefit Co-chairsJackie ShawBeverly Aisenbrey Meet our Gala HonoreesTeatown is proud to honor Ziporah Janowski and Daniel Riesel for their commitment to Teatown’s mission at this year’s A Night in the Woods Gala. Ziporah JanowskiAbout ZiporahZiporah Janowski has dedicated her career to leadership, service, creativity, and lifelong learning. A longtime member of the Board of Teatown Lake Reservation and a Teatown neighbor, she is a passionate advocate for conservation, environmental education, and community engagement. She walks Teatown’s trails almost daily and treasures the beauty, peace, and connection to nature that Teatown provides. Ziporah’s professional journey spans law, business, wellness, nonprofit leadership, and the arts. After earning degrees from New York University and St. John’s University School of Law, she began her career practicing corporate litigation at Willkie Farr & Gallagher. She later joined Marsh & McLennan Companies, where she served as Chief Legal Ethics Officer and Associate General Counsel of Mercer, leading legal teams in the United States and abroad and managing a multi-billion-dollar professional liability litigation docket. Following her legal career, Ziporah focused on health, wellness, and creative pursuits. She helped grow a wellness-focused summer camp business that developed transformative programs for children and adults nationwide, became a certified healthy chef, and authored a cookbook. In her next chapter, she returned to her lifelong love of art, creating realistic portraits, landscapes, and still lifes in oil, pastel, and graphite. Her work has been exhibited in juried and community shows throughout the Hudson Valley. Ziporah’s commitment to service extends across many organizations. She serves on the Board and Speakers Bureau of the Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center, speaking to students and community groups. She has also advised U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand on childhood obesity initiatives and held leadership roles with the Financial Women’s Association of New York, the InterOrganization Network, and Temple Israel of Northern Westchester. Above all, Ziporah is most proud of her family. She and her husband, David, are the proud parents of Sam and Hannah and grandparents of Miriam and Eliana, who inspire her every day. She looks forward to the day her granddaughters are old enough to explore and experience the magic of Teatown summer camp. Daniel RieselAbout DanielDaniel Riesel–Senior Counsel, Sive, Paget & Riesel, P.C. “I grew up in Croton and spent a fair amount of my youth on the waters and in the woods surrounding the Village—some of those woods that are now managed by Teatown. Over the years the ability of young people to appreciate their natural surroundings has been greatly diminished by, albeit necessary, expansion of housing and infrastructure. Teatown fills that loss for both young and old, and that is one of the reasons why I feel honored to serve as Teatown’s General Counsel. My preparation for that role has been over 60 years of practicing law, a part of which I served as an Assistant U.S, Attorney for the Southern District of New York and Chief of its Environmental Protection Unit, Although my litigation practice has involved quite a few complex matters, the one closest to home was preventing the County from continuing to use Croton Point as a massive garbage dump and restoring that park to its intended use—the public appreciation of our naturel environment. The same use that Teatown now so ably serves All of my experience seems to teach that dedicated individuals such as those of Teatown, as well as, good lawyering have and can advance that use.” A note from our Co Chairs:Dear friends, On behalf of everyone at Teatown, we are thrilled to invite you to save the date for this year’s gala, A Night in the Woods, on Friday, October 9, 2026 at the New York Botanical Garden. This year’s theme, Cultivating the Future, reflects an exciting and transformative moment for Teatown. As our Nature Center renovation continues and our role as an accredited land trust grows, we are investing in the future of environmental education, conservation, and community connection here in the Lower Hudson Valley. Teatown has always been a place where people of all ages can deepen their relationship with the natural world — whether through a child’s first discovery on the trail, scientific research, or the protection of critical open space for generations to come. This gala is a celebration of that work and the community that continues to make it possible. We hope you’ll join us for a meaningful and inspiring evening in support of Teatown’s mission and future. Additional details, including honorees and ticket information, will be shared in the months ahead. For now, please save the date, we look forward to celebrating with you. With gratitude, Jackie Shaw & Beverly Aisenbrey Gala ChairsTeatown Lake Reservation

New York Botanical Garden, 2950 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY, 10458, United States

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