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Wave Hill is a 28-acre public garden and cultural center in the Bronx overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades. Its mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscapes, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.

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Wave Hill Offers Free Community Chair Yoga, Saturday, May 30

Are you new to yoga? On Saturday, May 30, novice and experienced practitioners alike are invited to a free, introductory session of chair yoga set within Wave Hill’s lush garden oasis. With the support of a chair, learn how to adapt traditional yoga poses to stretch and strengthen the body, and pick up techniques for relieving stress, calming the mind and increasing mobility. Led by a member from the Yoga for Bliss team, chair yoga is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and physical conditions.  Registration recommended; register online or onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center. Class

Celebrate History, Family and Community at Wave Hill’s Harvest Weekend, November 22 & 23, 2014

Join us for Wave Hill’s Harvest Weekend and the first celebration of our fiftieth anniversary as a valued cultural center and public garden. On Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, we invite all who treasure Wave Hill to gather together for a weekend of family-friendly activities and workshops, each centered around the history, community and creativity that make Wave Hill so special. Share your memories from our first 50 years—and create new memories for the future. The weekend kicks off with Cornhusk Dolls, a classic (20-year-old!) Family Art Project much loved by generations of

Connect to Nature with Fall Wellness Classes at Wave Hill

Looking for a relaxing way to stay active during the glorious days of fall? Gently strengthen mind and body with restorative weekend sessions of Tai Chi, Hatha Yoga and Meditation at Wave Hill. Set within the exquisite natural surroundings of Wave Hill, these classes promote flexibility, serenity and a deep sense of awareness—both of self and the natural world around us. In addition to these classes, all are welcome to attend a free session of Community Tai Chi on Saturday, September 13. Led by instructor Irving Yee, this drop-in session introduces you to the sequence of nature-inspired

Wave Hill Recognizes New York State for its Ongoing Support

Join Claudia Bonn, Wave Hill’s President and Executive Director, at this public garden and cultural center’s August 6th Sunset Wednesday, an opportunity for Wave Hill to publicly express its gratitude to the State of New York for both current and historic support of the institution’s operations. Ms. Bonn will welcome New York State Senator Jeffrey D. Klein and New York State Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz for brief remarks and an opportunity for all to enjoy the evening’s music, yoga, garden walk and contemporary art in Wave Hill’s Glyndor Gallery. “We are especially pleased to be celebrating

Wave Hill Welcomes a Summer Full of Sunset Wednesdays

Seven Wednesdays, July 2‒August 13, 2014This summer, during the Bronx’s festive centennial year, transport yourself to a lush, summer oasis where the breezes blowing off the Hudson pair perfectly with opportunities to relax in one of the loveliest green spaces New York City has to offer. Beginning in July, make your way to Wave Hill on Wednesday evenings for an experience unlike any other. Unwind with outdoor yoga, take a guided stroll through the gardens, enjoy free music on the Great Lawn, visit the Gregory Crewdson: Fireflies exhibition of photographs in Glyndor Gallery—or simply put

Family Time at Wave Hill This Summer

Generations of families do some of their most thrilling growing up in the gardens of Wave Hill, a place to play, to draw, to write, to listen and open your senses to the richness of life itself. This summer, Wave Hill educators will share some of their favorite nature stories during Stories in the Garden. Wednesdays in July, babies eight weeks old to crawling, guided by their moms, dads or caregivers, stretch, breathe and bond at Mommy and Baby Yoga. And every Saturday and Sunday, visitors explore the gardens and make nature-inspired creations at the Family Art Project. Join us for a

Free Yoga Session Outdoors in Wave Hill’s Gardens!

Saturday, June 7, 2014Bronx, NY, May 6, 2014—Wave Hill, a public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, is known as a serene oasis conducive to feelings of health and well-being. This summer, the garden welcomes the summer season with a free session of Hatha Yoga, inviting visitors to discover the restorative joys of outdoor wellness programs in one of New York City’s most stunning landscapes. Led by Yoga for Bliss founder and director Neem Dewji and other qualified instructors, this session will be held outdoors; indoors in inclement weather. All levels

Mother’s Day at Wave Hill

May 11, 2014With a birding walk, a Family Art Project making fragrant floral sachets for Mom, with visiting artist Lina Puerta, and a special brunch presented by Wave Hill’s long-time partner and exclusive caterer Great Performances featuring delicious pan seared salmon filet, Belgian waffles and more, Mother’s Day offers an opportunity to celebrate Mom. Treat her to a session of Hatha Yoga or Meditation and make it a day when she feels especially nurtured. Brunch in historic Wave Hill House’s Armor Hall will feature a beautiful spread of unique twists on classic brunch presentations,

Sunset Wednesdays Light Up Your Evenings

This summer, transport yourself from the bustle of the city streets to a lush, summer oasis where the breezes blowing off the Hudson pair perfectly with a glass of wine. Beginning mid-July, make your way to Wave Hill on Wednesday evenings for an experience unlike any other. Unwind with an outdoor yoga class, take a guided stroll through the gardens, or simply put your feet up and take in the summer sun setting over the Palisades. Enjoy a relaxing dinner on the Terrace from our newly renovated Café or bring your picnic to the Great Lawn as local Bronx musicians fill the air with their sweet

Outdoor Wellness at Wave Hill September, October, 2012

Plein Air Yoga, Tai Chi and a Special Demonstration -- Cooking with FigsJoin us this fall for a restorative session of Yoga or Tai Chi while surrounded by the changing colors of the season.  Gain inspiration from the crisp fall air swirling through the leaves during Saturday morning Tai Chi Chuan, a series of gentle movements based on images found in nature.  On Sunday, mornings, relax body and mind through the physical poses, breath control and meditation of Hatha Yoga.  In October, enjoy a free cooking demonstration, Cooking with Figs. Fruit expert and fig fancier Charles Day shares

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