Sunday, August 19: Quilling art transforms ordinary paper into beautiful creations! See some examples of different quilling techniques, and then make your very own quilled creation. Ages 16+.Free program. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Due to the weather, this concert will take place indoors at the Greenbelt Nature Center, 700 Rockland Avenue, Staten Island, NY - near the intersection of Brielle Avenue. Sunday, August 19: We are pleased to host a free concert by the Staten Island Philharmonic's Brass Quintet outside in High Rock Park - under our tall trees! The program will feature a world premiere of original compositions by Howard Fox. Bench seating is available, or you are welcome to bring a lawn chair. There is a five-minute walk along a paved road to the stage area within the park. There is also limited parking closer to the stage for those who are unable to walk the distance. Our parking assistants will direct you. This event is free. Program is subject to change. In the case of rain, this event will be held indoors at the Greenbelt Nature Center, 700 Rockland Avenue near the intersection of Brielle Avenue (folding chairs will be provided). – Wednesday August 22: Join the Urban Park Rangers to learn about deer. We will play a Deer Survival Game and find signs of deer in the park (buck rubs, deer scat, deer prints, chewed twigs), hike outdoors, and share five tips to follow to promote a healthy coexistence with deer. Ages 5+. Free program. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Friday, August 24: Walk with us around Clove Lake Park to help our environmental educators look for bats; we'll give you some tips! Learn what they eat, how they catch prey, and understand more about these creatures of the night. Ages 7+. Free program. We will meet by the Marblings Avenue bridge ten minutes before start time. Please dress accordingly for terrain and weather. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org
The week's events
Paper Quilling: Art Workshop for Adults
August 19, 2018 Staten Island Philharmonic Brass Quintet Venue change due to weather - Indoors at Greenbelt Nature Center
August 19, 2018 
Forest Stewards: A volunteer opportunity for adults and teens
August 21, 2018 Living with Deer: An Information Session with the NYC Urban Park Rangers
August 22, 2018 Greenbelt on the Go in Clove Lake Park: Bat Hike!
August 24, 2018
Paper Quilling: Art Workshop for Adults
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Staten Island Philharmonic Brass Quintet Venue change due to weather - Indoors at Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Forest Stewards: A volunteer opportunity for adults and teens
Tuesdays, July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 21, 28: Lend a hand and care for the land during the growing season. Activities may include cutting back overgrown and invasive vegetation, watering plants, spreading wood chips, and more. Community service credit available. Bring water and a snack; recommended for adults and teens comfortable with strenuous outdoor activities. Meet at the Greenbelt Nature Center. Ages 13+. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Living with Deer: An Information Session with the NYC Urban Park Rangers
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Greenbelt on the Go in Clove Lake Park: Bat Hike!