State Parks agency lists Black History Month events
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Dwayne Ellis, of Bridge the Gap, hands Veronica Dantzler a tomato during the annual Juneteenth celebration at the African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region on Pearl Street in Albany in 2020. (Jim Franco/Special to the Times Union.)James FrancoShow MoreShow Less
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The state parks agency plans a series of virtual and in-person events in the coming days to celebrate Black History Month.
Virtual events
• John Jay Homestead State Historic Site: A Zoom lecture on the history of enslavement in the colonial-era family, starting at 7 p.m. Feb. 24. Registration available at johnjayhomestead.org
Where to Take a First Day Hike in the Hudson Valley
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Rockefeller State Park Preserve in Pleasantville is just one of the NYS parks offering New Year’s hikes.
Photo by Joe Golden, courtesy of Friends of Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Start the new year on the right foot literally with a picturesque January 1 hike at one of these local New York State parks.
No New Year’s Eve partying for you? That’s great. You’ll stay safe and feel rejuvenated for New Year’s Day. One great way to spend January 1 is on a First Day Hike at a New York State Park, where most include guided tours, and the activities vary from brisk walks to bird watching. Call or visit websites or social media accounts to reserve a spot and for more information.