Tuesday, November 19: Warnings by biologists that Staten Island’s forests are facing a severe threat from over-browsing and invasive species have prompted the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Borough President James Oddo to partner with the College of Staten Island, the Greenbelt Conservancy and the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods to present a Forest Ecology Forum on Tuesday, November 19th, 2019. The free forum, which is open to the public, will take place at The Center for the Arts at the College of Staten Island beginning at 7pm. – There will be no group hike on Christmas Day, December 25 and New Year's Day, January 1, 2020 Wednesdays: The weekly evening group hike covers approximately five miles at a quick pace. All are welcome including children with hiking experience who can cover the distance. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water to sustain you. This hike meets in all seasons. Beginning in October, headlamps or a flashlight is required. TEST Please join us! Wednesday, November 20, 6:30pm Greenbelt Nature Center Each month we feature different science topics and provide experiments designed for children and their guardians to accomplish together. Ages 8-10 with adult chaperone. Free, fun and educationational. Our online registration will begin shortly. – Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, 2 year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or call: 351-33450 Fee: $3 per child or free for Greenbelt Conservancy members. – Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, children will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required - naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone: 718-667-2165 Fee: $3 of free for Greenbelt Conservancy members. Save the date! Saturday, November 23 at 10 am for the Greenbelt's Annual Fall Flat 5K in Willowbrook Park. This is a great and scenic trail race for beginners and competitive athletes alike. Proceeds help support the Greenbelt Conservancy's trail maintenance and environmental education programs. REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE LIVE RACE DAY RESULTS WILL BE POSTED HERE Individual and groups of volunteers are welcome to assist along the course and at our water stop. Please email us if you are interested in assisting: volunteer@sigreenbelt.org - Community service credit is available. – Saturday, November 23: Staten Island OutLOUD celebrates Greenbelt’s anniversary with community readings from William T. Davis, contemporary Island poets, and “In the Heart of the Sea”, as part of The Big Read, a National Endowment for the Arts initiative. All Ages. Free.
The week's events
Forest Ecology Forumn at the College of Staten Island - Learn about the heath and needs of Staten Island forests
November 19, 2019 Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
November 20, 2019 
Con Edison Family Science Night (for ages 8 - 10)
November 20, 2019 
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
November 21, 2019 Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
November 21, 2019 Fall Flat 5K - Save the date!
November 23, 2019 
Community-inspired poetry and prose reading with Staten Island OutLOUD
November 23, 2019
Forest Ecology Forumn at the College of Staten Island - Learn about the heath and needs of Staten Island forests
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Con Edison Family Science Night (for ages 8 - 10)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Fall Flat 5K - Save the date!
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Community-inspired poetry and prose reading with Staten Island OutLOUD
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314