Ready to take on the **1000 Hours Outside** challenge, even in a Brooklyn winter?

Getting outdoors has countless benefits for kids (and parents!), and we’re here to help you make it happen. From winter walks to outdoor art activities, every hour counts!

Check below for local events and ideas to help you rack up those outdoor hours. Let’s swap screen time for nature time and create memories that last!

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Nov 27

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM15:30 – 16:303:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Autumn Tales

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM15:30 – 16:303:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Learn about fall by listening to some stories read by our educators.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM15:30 – 16:303:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Dec 7

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:006:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Stargazing

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:006:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Learn about fall by listening to some stories read by our educators.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:006:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Dec 27

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM15:00 – 16:003:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Space Storytime

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM15:00 – 16:003:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Explore space with our educators through a story and an experiment.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM15:00 – 16:003:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Local Playgrounds

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McGolrick Park

Leafy, low-key park with a great playground & community programming.

McCarren Park

Large park with athletics, swimming and lots of green pace.

William Sheridan (Grand St.) Playground

Newly renovated park with swings, small and large climbing frame, sprinklers and playing field.

McGolrick Nights

Free community events with Karaoke, Silent Disco, Performances, Movies and More!

Marsha P Johnson State Park

Clean & well maintained State Park with river views & brilliant family programming.

1000 Hours Outside - local opportunities!

Local Playgrounds

One Day Drop Off Camps @ PLAY!

1000 Hours Outside (Even in a Brooklyn Winter!

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