September Events in Prospect Park BROOKLYN, September 1, 2016 — Summer keeps shining in Prospect Park this September! Join the Prospect Park Alliance on September 9 for a screening of the documentary film Saving Jamaica Bay. Learn about the community-led restoration of New York City's largest open space after it was damaged by Hurricane Sandy, and meet Dan Hendrick, the filmmaker. Throughout the month, the Prospect Park Alliance invites families to visit the Prospect Park Audubon Nature Center, Lefferts Historic House and the Carousel on the Labor Day and Eid Al Adha for holiday programs and fun. Give back to Brooklyn's waterways and wildlife at International Coastal Cleanup! This worldwide volunteer effort comes to Prospect Park on September 25. More than 18 million pounds of trash were removed from water bodies around the world in 2015, and all litter removed from the Lake will be included in this year's international totals. - Indicated kid-friendly event Pop-Up Audubon I: Radical Raptors Saturdays + Sundays in September, 10 am–3 pm Zucker Natural Exploration Area, Free Join the Prospect Park Alliance to learn what makes birds of prey so radical and about the different species of raptors that migrate through Prospect Park. • Nature Play, 10 am–2 pm: Alliance naturalists teach children to appreciate the beauty of nature and develop self-reliance, creativity and problem-solving skills through different outdoor play- based activities. Program includes opportunities to dissect an owl pellet and paint with mud! • Nature’s Helpers, 1–2 pm: Did you know that trees help trees? After learning how mulch protects tree roots, spend time spreading wood chips around trees. • Family Bird Watching, 2–3 pm: As an Important Bird Area, Prospect Park supports an exceptional diversity of migrating birds and is an essential stopover for about 250 species of birds. After learning how to use binoculars, families can join Alliance naturalists on a walk to identify these birds! Pop-Up Audubon II: Climate Clues Saturdays + Sundays in September, 10 am–3 pm Nethermead near Binnen Water, Free Prospect Park Alliance offers twice the Pop-Up fun with a second tent that explores the Park’s aquatic habitats. In September, explore how climate change affects the Park’s ecosystems. • Discovery Pack, 10 am–2 pm: Get inspired by nature with our new Discovery Packs, ready-to-go kits filled with nature activities for families. • Nethermead + Ravine Ramble, 11–12 pm: Join Alliance naturalists for a guided nature walk along the Park’s watercourse and explore the unique ecosystems of the Ravine and Nethermead. • Junior Naturalists, 12–1 pm: Investigate how climate change and other human impacts have altered ecosystems in Prospect Park in this citizen science program. • Nature’s Helpers, 1–2 pm: Let’s lend a helping hand to make our park a better place. Learn how mulch helps trees, spread wood chips or protect the environment by removing damaging litter. • Family Bird Watching, 2–3 pm: After learning how to use binoculars, join our naturalists to identify some of the 250 species of birds that call Prospect Park home. Early Morning Bird Walk: Fall Migration Sunday, September 4, 8–9 am Prospect Park Audubon Center, Free This is the month migration gets into full swing, with adult and juvenile birds returning from their nesting grounds to the tropics. Join the Prospect Park Alliance and catch a glimpse of a variety of species as they pass through the Park on their way south. Tour leaves promptly at 8 am. Led by the Brooklyn Bird Club. Labor Day in Prospect Park Monday, September 5, 12–6 pm Join the Prospect Park Alliance this Labor Day for family-friendly activities at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, Lefferts Historic House and the 1912 Carousel. • Nature Exploration, 12–5 pm Prospect Park Audubon Center, Free Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation. Discovery Pack, 12–4 pm: The Prospect Park Alliance invites you to get inspired by nature with our new Discovery Packs, a ready-to-go kits filled with nature activities for families. Blooming Naturalist, 1–2 pm: So you think you are a Naturalist? Find out at the Audubon Center by learning how to identify birds and use binoculars and field guides. Participants can even create their own tube of lip balm and an Official Blooming Naturalist button. Nature on the Go!, 2–3 pm: An Alliance Naturalist will lead children and families to areas near the Audubon Center, where you can learn about the nature that is all around us. • Race Around the Farm Yard, 2–4 pm Lefferts Historic House, Free Get out and get moving in the Lefferts yard! The whole family can participate in potato sack races, spoon races, stilts and other old fashioned games. • Carousel Rides, 12–6 pm Children’s Corner, $2 per ride, $9 for a book of 5 tickets, free with Alliance Family Plus membership Celebrate with a ride on the Park’s beloved 1912 carousel. Join the Alliance at the $150 level and your family (up to 4 people) will receive unlimited rides on the Carousel for a full year! Film Screening: Saving Jamaica Bay Friday, September 9, 6:30–9:30 pm Prospect Park Picnic House, $15 with RSVP Join us for a viewing of Saving Jamaica Bay, which tells the story of how one community fought the government and overcame Hurricane Sandy to clean up and restore the largest open space in New York City. After the screening, you will have the opportunity to meet Dan Hendrick, the filmmaker and visionary behind Saving Jamaica Bay. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Space is limited and we strongly encourage you to purchase tickets in advance. Eid al Adha in Prospect Park Monday + Tuesday, September 12 + 13, 2–4 pm Join the Prospect Park Alliance for family-friendly activities at the Prospect Park Audubon Center and Lefferts Historic House. • Nature Exploration, 12–4 pm Prospect Park Audubon Center Join the Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation. Discovery Pack, 12–4 pm: The Prospect Park Alliance invites you to get inspired by nature with our new Discovery Packs, a ready-to-go kits filled with nature activities for families. Bird Nerds Game Hour, 1–2 pm: Test your knowledge of birds in this fun, mildly competitive hour of puzzles, Bingo, card games, and more! Nature on the Go!, 2–3 pm: An Alliance Naturalist will lead children and families to areas near the Audubon Center, where you can learn about the nature that is all around us. Animal Encounter, 3–4 pm: Curious as to how Snappy the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble a mouse? Join Alliance Naturalists in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection and even assist in an actual feeding. • Race Around the Farm Yard, 2–4 pm Lefferts Historic House, $3 suggested donation Join the Prospect Park Alliance to get out and get moving in the Lefferts yard! The whole family can participate in potato sack races, spoon races, stilts and other old fashioned games. • Carousel Rides, 12–5 pm Children’s Corner, $2 per ride, $9 for a book of 5 tickets, free with Alliance Family Plus membership Celebrate with a ride on the Park’s beloved 1912 carousel. Join the Alliance at the $150 level and your family (up to 4 people) will receive unlimited rides on the Carousel for a full year! Saturday Woodland Corps Prospect Park Saturdays, September 17 + 24, 10 am–2 pm Help the Alliance restore the woodlands with a team of dedicated volunteers committed to the ongoing care of the Park’s 250 acres of forest. Register online or call (718) 287-3400 for more information. Harvest Festival Sundays, September 18 + 25, 1–4 pm Lefferts Historic House, Free with RSVP Come celebrate this year's harvest at the Lefferts Historic House. Join the Prospect Park Alliance to harvest, cook and eat potatoes that were planted in our garden back in May. You can also challenge friends and family to potato sack races! RSVP now to reserve your spot. International Coastal Cleanup Sunday, September 25, 10 am–1 pm Park Circle International Coastal Cleanup engages the public to remove debris from beaches and waterways while identifying and documenting the types of debris they find. Join the Prospect Park Alliance in this year's effort by helping to clean the Prospect Park lakeshore. All litter that is removed will be recorded and included in the international total. Be a part of something worldwide! Storytelling Festival Sunday, September 25, 1–4 pm Lefferts Historic House, Free with RSVP Come celebrate our resident storyteller Tammy Hall’s 20th anniversary of telling tall tales at Lefferts Historic House! RSVP now to reserve your spot. Ongoing Events Monday Eastside Revival Prospect Park Mondays, beginning September 12, 10 am–2 pm The Eastside Revival helps beautify two of the Park’s most elegant locations: the Vale of Cashmere and the Rose Garden. Tasks may include raking, sweeping, path edging, and litter removal. Register online or call (718) 287-3400 for more information. Greenmarket at Bartel-Pritchard Square Wednesdays, 8 am–3 pm Bartel-Pritchard Square Nestled inside Prospect Park's tree-shaded southwest corner, this much-loved weekday market is where South Slope and Windsor Terrace residents stock up on locally grown staples. The offerings range from a selection of vegetables, fruits, baked goods, plants, and flowers, to fresh-caught fish and organic baked goods.