Featured Events in Yonkers in May, 2025 (June Updated)

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE TO SATURDAY, MAY 10. Join us for a container planting workshop led by Untermyer gardener Maryam Farzaneh on Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM until 11 AM. In this workshop, Maryam will demonstrate the process of planting and designing beautiful container gardens. Maryam is an expert in container gardening and design, and go beyone the basic thriller, filler, spiller technique to teach you how to create stunning container gardens that look great in all four seasons. She will also demonstrate proper plant choices and planting techniques for a variety of container sizes, and show you how to plant a small, medium, and large container. Maryam is a gardener at Untermyer Gardens and also has her own landscape design business. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Fordham University, a Floristry degree from Kew Gardens in England, and a Horticulture and Landscape Design Certificate from New York Botanical Garden. Her passion for gardening and design is rooted in her Persian origin and her experiences living in various cities around the world. Container gardening is a wonderful way to enjoy gardening in any outdoor space, and with Maryam's expert advice, you'll learn how to create beautiful and thriving container gardens. Please note -- this is a demonstration only. You will be learning how to plant in your own containers, not making them during class. Information Source: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy | eventbrite

SATURDAY, MAY 17 at 10:00 AM Walk through the wilder areas of Untermyer Gardens searching for spring fungi. Our world would not be the same without fungi! There are a vast variety that inhabit our ecosystem and provide us with many things including food, decomposers, and even bioluminescence. They have a profound effect on our landscape. During this fungi walk we will discuss major specimens that can be found in the springtime northeastern landscape. The spring is one of the most bountiful seasons for foraging and has many types that arise with the warming temperatures. Furthermore, we will discuss major tree specimens where foraged fungi can be easily found and harvested, because if you know your trees, you'll know your fungi! Instructor Vincent Galatolo is the Director of Plant Health of the Horticulture Division at New York Botanical Garden. He started his journey in horticulture at Clemson University and completed a fellowship at Claude Monet’s Garden in Giverny, France and Morris Arboretum in PA. Prior to arriving at NYBG, Vincent worked at Rock Cobble Farm in CT. One of Vincent’s biggest passions aside from plant health is fungi production and foraging. He has spent over a decade cultivating a wide variety of fungi and foraging in the northeast. Information Source: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy | eventbrite

May 3, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM Join Yonkers Paddling And Rowing Club for a clean up at Yonkers Waterfront from 10 AM to 2 PM for the 14th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep. This is a rain or shine event. Volunteers will meet at Yonkers Water front, in the park outside the building at 20 Water Grant Street, along the shoreline of Hudson River. The cleanup area will include the park, the adjacent walking path and the rocky shoreline of the river. Parking on Water Grant Street is limited. There are metered spaces on nearby roads including Main Street, Buena Vista Avenue and Van Der Donck Street, as well as parking further away on Alexander Street. The cleanup site is a five minute walk from the Yonkers train station in Getty Square. We recommend that all Sweep volunteers bring a hat, sunscreen, a full reusable water bottle, insect repellent, and hand sanitizer. Gloves and trash bags will be provided for all volunteers. This site is suitable for elementary-aged children with adult supervision. Questions? Contact Riverkeeper at sweep@riverkeeper.org or Michael McHugh at michaeljosephmchugh@gmail.com or (914) 391-4278. _________________________________________________________________________________________ *IMPORTANT! To ensure the safety of volunteers, Sweep Site Leaders, professional staff, and our communities, we ask that volunteers adhere to the following guidelines: Volunteers are required to pre-register for Sweep. Volunteers should not participate if they have ANY signs of illness. Over the last 13 years, Sweep leaders have completed 1,349 service projects, bringing together thousands of volunteers from NYC to the Adirondacks to clean up 382 tons of debris, and plant or maintain 8,851 native plants. This incredible effort is made possible by the generosity of Riverkeeper’s members, sponsors, and donors. If you would like to support the continued growth of the Riverkeeper Sweep, please consider making a donation . Contributions of any amount are meaningful. Information Source: Riverkeeper Sweep 2025 | eventbrite

The ELITE Summit is an ELITE networking experience. Ticket holders will network with other entrepreneurs, small business owners and creatives. The first hour is dedicated to mixing, mingling and being introduced to some ELITE local artists. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in a silent auction of select pieces curated by Yonkers Arts and OFTE. Artists to be announced soon. In addition to the silent auction, attendees will have an opportunity to sign up to have headshots taken. Limited slots will be available on a first come, first serve basis. The second hour will feature An ELITE Exchange. A live panel discussion highlighting the importance of Giving Back Through Mentorship, Horizontal Networking and Building Community. Shatika Parker, Founder of Project Inspire Yonkers and the Founder and Owner of Parker Consulting Company will be leading the discussion, talking about giving back through mentorship, horizontal networking and building community! The Panelists are: Corey Galloway Kishawna Carswell Nile "Low Key" Ivey Rashan Brown After the discussion, attendees will have an opportunity to connect with the ELITE panelists. Shortly after, we will announce the winners of the silent auction and enjoy an ELITE set by one of your favorite DJs to end the night! *A portion of the proceeds from this event will go towards establishing the I am ELITE Scholarship fund. Which aims to make attending and graduating from college easier for high school students out of Yonkers, NY. * Information Source: Only For The ELITE | eventbrite

* THIS LISTING IS AWARENESS LEVEL ONLY. TICKETS SOLD THROUGH EVENTBRITE WILL BE DONATION BASED AND SPECTATOR LEVEL ONLY. TO ACTUALLY REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE AS A RUNNER IN THIS EVENT PLEASE REGISTER HERE * The Run Your Y (WHY) 5K will be a powerful mental health awareness experience that highlights the connection between physical and mental health, emphasizing the transformative power of running for the mind and body. We will come together in community to celebrate wellness, raise awareness, and take meaningful steps—both literally and figuratively—toward breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. 🏃‍♂️ Hosted by One Paso™ and Yonkers Running Project, this event is more than just a race—it's a chance to connect with your community and support a great cause! 📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 📍 Location: Tibbetts Brook Park REGISTER NOW Information Source: One Paso | eventbrite

The Center for Careers in Government (CCG) presents workshops across the State where you can learn about careers in public service with New York State! All positions in New York State come with competetive salaries, health benefits, time off, a retirement package, and more! Join us for an in-person workshop Information Source: Department of Civil Service | eventbrite

You will be greeted by the board and members of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses of Westchester County. We look forward to sharing the delicious Latin cuisine and enjoying the live entertainment. Attendees are welcome to bring their families and children too! children are free! NAHN Mission, Goals and Values Mission Statement NAHN is committed to advancing the health in Hispanic communities and to lead, promote and advocate the educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for Hispanic nurses. Purpose Statement We celebrate the culture, caring, and spirit of Hispanic nurses who are the leading voice of health in our communities. NAHN W is a 501C Non Profit Organization EIN 47-4047644 If you prefer to pay by check, venmo, zelle or paypal- please email nahnwestchester@gmail.com for instructions. Information Source: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC NURSEs (NAHN)- WESTCHESTER CHAPTER | eventbrite