Friday, June 29, 2012

Wave Hill Events July 13–July 20


FRI, JULY 13    YOGA TOGETHER
Jumping frog, twisty owl, downward dog, oh my! Child and parent or caregiver practice fun yoga poses that build strength, increase flexibility and relax the body and mind in this one-hour class taught by Lisa Ferraro, an instructor at Yoga for Bliss. Incorporate breathing and relaxation techniques into a dynamic and playful experience that you and your child can enjoy together. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat if possible. Recommended for ages 2–5. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Session fee includes one adult and one child, Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.
ON THE GROUNDS, 10‒11AM

SAT, SUN, JULY 14, 15    MOW-DOWN GARDEN HOEDOWN WEEKEND
Pay homage to the humble, hardworking grass family. Grasses are everywhere at Wave Hill and throughout the world. We eat grasses—our favorite and most basic foods come from grains like corn, oats, rice, wheat, rye, barley and millet, all of which are really grasses! Grasses are used to build baskets, brooms and even homes! Instruments are made from grasses! And of course, grasses are beautiful to behold. We’re celebrating this super plant family with all-American music, art-making, guided tours, grassy games and more. Admission to the grounds is free all weekend, thanks to the generous support of Target.
ON THE GROUNDS, 9‒5:30PM

SAT, JULY 14    FAMILY ART PROJECT—HATS, MATS AND BASKETS
Hats, Mats and Baskets/Sombreros, salvamatele, y canastas de mimbres
Mix ornamental, multi-colored grasses and other natural materials to weave your own shady hat, summer mat or festive grassy basket for this special Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SAT, JULY 14    TAI CHI CHUAN
Quiet like a mountain, moving like a river, Tai Chi is a sequence of gentle movements based on images found in nature. Short and long form classes are led by Irving Yee, an active member of the William CC Chen Tai Chi School. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.
ON THE GROUNDS, 10AM Beginners, 11AM Intermediates

SAT, JULY 14    GRASS TUNNEL-RAISING
Weave grasses and other materials onto a lean-to-like-structure to create a shady tunnel with artist Gisela Insuaste at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM & 2PM

SAT, JULY 14    MAKE A SOD-KICK!
Craft a creature from rye grass, soil and nylon stockings, then decorate your pal to give him or her personality, at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Will she be Grassylocks or Miss Canthus? Maybe he’ll be the Lawn Ranger! Take ‘em home and your ‘sod-kick’ will sprout grassy hair in just about a week. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SAT, JULY 14    BASKET-MAKING DEMONSTRATION
Master basket maker Carolyn Lambert-Braun weaves grasses into artistic, yet functional baskets and encourages audience participation at this Mow-Down Weekend event! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SAT, JULY 14    LIVE MUSIC: SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION
A blend of front-porch Americana, old-time gospel and bluegrass, Brooklyn’s own Spirit Family Reunion, blurs the line between past and present at this Mow-Down Weekend performance. Sing along with the band, which includes fiddle, bass, accordion and a big ole drum. Don’t know the lyrics? Not to worry—they might even bring songbooks! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, NOON & 1:30PM

SAT, JULY 14   GARDEN WALK: GRASSES THAT GRACE THE GARDEN
Ornamental grasses enhance a garden with their graceful habits and subtle textures. Observe their diversity, from the imposing giant reed (Arundo donax) to the adorable miniature fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’), and see how well they mingle with other plants at Wave Hill on this Mow-Down Weekend walk. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 1 & 3PM

SAT, JULY 14    GALLERY TOUR
Join an exhibition interpreter for one of our regularly scheduled tours of Tending toward the Untamed: Artists Respond to the Wild Garden. Wave Hill’s Wild Garden serves as inspiration for new painting, photography, animation, sculpture and installation, by artists Gary Carsley, Chris Doyle, Julie Evans, Isabella Kirkland, Janelle Lynch, Rebecca Morales, Erik Sanner and Anat Shiftan. In the Sunroom Project Space, Wave Hill’s Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Nova Jiang and Cameron Rowland have each created installations. Jiang’s project combines art, technology and garden design to create an interactive experience for visitors; Rowland investigates the architecture and open space of public housing projects in relation to Wave Hill. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM, through August 18. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

SUN, JULY 15   HATHA YOGA
Release stress and find refuge from city life by practicing seasonal yoga, surrounded by the beauty of Wave Hill. Hatha Yoga involves the use of physical postures, breath control and meditation to create a supple, strong and relaxed body-mind. Classes are led by Neem Dewji, certified in Hatha and Therapeutic Yoga from The Yoga for Health Foundation in Bedfordshire, England, and The Integral Yoga Institute in NYC. Participants should bring a mat, dress in loosely fitting clothing and come to class with breakfast well digested. All levels welcomed. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.
ON THE GROUNDS, 10–11:15AM

SUN, JULY 15    FAMILY ART PROJECT—HATS, MATS AND BASKETS
Hats, Mats and Baskets/Sombreros, salvamateles y canastas de mimbres
Mix ornamental, multi-colored grasses and other natural materials to weave your own shady hat, summer mat or festive grassy basket for this special Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM

SUN, JULY 15    GRASS TUNNEL-RAISING
Weave grasses and other materials onto a lean-to-like-structure to create a shady tunnel with artist Gisela Insuaste at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM & 2PM

SUN, JULY 15    MAKE A SOD-KICK!
Craft a creature from rye grass, soil and nylon stockings, then decorate your pal to give him or her personality, at this Mow-Down Weekend event. Will she be Grassylocks or Miss Canthus? Maybe he’ll be the Lawn Ranger! Take ‘em home and your ‘sod-kick’ will sprout grassy hair in just about a week. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, NOON‒3PM

SUN, JULY 15    BASKET-MAKING DEMONSTRATION
Master basket maker Carolyn Lambert-Braun weaves grasses into artistic, yet functional baskets and encourages audience participation at this Mow-Down Weekend event! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUND, NOON‒3PM

SUN, JULY 15    LIVE MUSIC: ASTROGRASS
What better way to honor grasses then with a band named Astrograss? Revel in the earthy, bluegrass-inspired sounds of fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitar laced with gorgeous vocal harmonies. Listen for original tunes, American classics and unexpected covers at this Mow-Down Weekend performance. Dancing is encouraged! Great for the whole family! Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
ON THE GROUNDS, NOON & 1:30PM

SUN, JULY 15   GARDEN WALK: GRASSES THAT GRACE THE GARDEN
Ornamental grasses enhance a garden with their graceful habits and subtle textures. Observe their diversity, from the imposing giant reed (Arundo donax) to the adorable miniature fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’), and see how well they mingle with other plants at Wave Hill on this Mow-Down Weekend walk. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 1 & 3PM

SUN, JULY 15   GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all weekend.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM

MON, JULY 16
Closed to the public

TUE, JULY 17    STORIES IN THE GARDEN
Each week, a “mystery reader” from Wave Hill’s staff shares a few of her or his favorite stories with budding young naturalists. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Ideal for ages 3 and up and their adult companions. Free, and admission to the grounds is free all day.
ON THE GROUNDS, 11AM

TUE, JULY 17    GALLERY TOUR
Join an exhibition interpreter for one of our regularly scheduled tours of Tending toward the Untamed: Artists Respond to the Wild Garden. Wave Hill’s Wild Garden serves as inspiration for new painting, photography, animation, sculpture and installation, by artists Gary Carsley, Chris Doyle, Julie Evans, Isabella Kirkland, Janelle Lynch, Rebecca Morales, Erik Sanner and Anat Shiftan. In the Sunroom Project Space, Wave Hill’s Van Lier Visual Artist Fellows Nova Jiang and Cameron Rowland have each created installations. Jiang’s project combines art, technology and garden design to create an interactive experience for visitors; Rowland investigates the architecture and open space of public housing projects in relation to Wave Hill. Tours take place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2PM, through August 18. Free with admission to the grounds.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET WEDNESDAY
Try an outdoor yoga class, join a guided garden walk or wander onto the Great Lawn to enjoy a plein air performance by local BxIndie musicians, through the Bronx Council on the Arts. Bring your own folding chair and enjoy the concert from the comfort of your own favorite seat. Gardens open until 8:30PM. Glyndor Gallery, Perkins Visitor Center, The Shop at Wave Hill and Food Service open until 8PM. Check www.wavehill.org/visit for the schedule for Sunset Wednesdays free shuttle service to and from Metro-North and the #1 subway. All events are free with admission to the grounds with the exception of yoga.
ON THE GROUNDS, 6‒8:30PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET YOGA
Find refuge from city life by practicing seasonal yoga on the tranquil lawns at Wave Hill. Decrease stress and increase your energy by focusing on your posture, breath control and meditation. Sunset Wednesday sessions are taught by Yoga for Bliss instructor Joanne Salome. Participants should bring a mat if possible, dress in loosely fitting clothing and come to class with their latest meal well digested.  All levels welcomed. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Registration onsite day-of.
ON THE GROUNDS, 6‒7:15PM

WED, JULY 18    SUNSET GARDEN WALK
Join us for a short guided walk through the evening gardens. Visit a different garden every Sunset Wednesday through August. Free with admission to the grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 6:30PM

WED, JULY 18    BxINDIE MUSIC AT SUNSET—JAZZ AND BLUES TRIOEnjoy a plein air performance by local BxIndie musicians, through a collaboration with the Bronx Council on the Arts. New this year, you can bring your own folding chair and enjoy the concert from the comfort of your own favorite seat. This evening, the Robert Silverman Jazz and Blues Trio performs. Free with admission to the grounds.
ON THE GROUNDS, 7PM

THU, JULY 19    ARTISTS’ CIRCLE
Capture the beauty of Wave Hill’s landscape in these drop-in, open-air studio sessions. Wave Hill provides easels and boards, and you bring art-making materials and paper or canvas. All levels welcome; new artists encouraged! Facilitated group critique at the end of each session. Weather dependent. Session fee: $10 Member/$18 Non-member. Registration day-of at Perkins Visitor Center starting at 9:30AM. Meet on the grounds for critiques. This weekly series continues through August.
REGISTER AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM−1PM

FRI, JULY 20   YOGA TOGETHER
Jumping frog, twisty owl, downward dog, oh my! Child and parent or caregiver practice fun yoga poses that build strength, increase flexibility and relax the body and mind in this one-hour class taught by Lisa Ferraro, an instructor at Yoga for Bliss. Incorporate breathing and relaxation techniques into a dynamic and playful experience that you and your child can enjoy together. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat if possible. Recommended for ages 2–5. Sessions are held outdoors only and are weather dependent. Call 718.549.3200 x245 by 8AM on the day of the class for weather updates. Session fee: $15 Member/$23 Non-member. Session fee includes one adult and one child, Registration opens onsite at 9:30AM.
ON THE GROUNDS, 10‒11AM
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A 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River  and Palisades, Wave Hill’s mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscape, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.

HOURS  Open all year, Tuesday through Sunday and many major holidays: 9AM—4:30PM. Closes 5:30PM, March 15—October 31.  
ADMISSION  $8 adults, $4 students and seniors 65+, $2 children 6—18. Free Saturday mornings until noon. Free all day on July Tuesdays.  Free to Wave Hill Members and children under 6.

PROGRAM FEES  Program s are free with admission to the grounds unless otherwise noted.

Visitors to Wave Hill can take advantage of Metro-North’s one-day getaway offer. Purchase a discount round-trip rail far and discount admission to the gardens. More at http://mta.info/mnr/html/getaways/outbound_wavehill.htm

DIRECTIONS – Getting here is easy! Located only 3o minutes from midtown Manhattan, Wave Hill’s free shuttle van transports you to and from our front gate and Metro-North’s Riverdale station, as well as the 242nd Street stop on the #1 subway line. Limited onsite parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Free offsite parking is available nearby with continuous, complimentary shuttle service to and from the offsite lot and our front gate. Complete directions and shuttle bus schedule at www.wavehill.org/visit/.
Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at www.wavehill.org.

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