THURSDAY, June 20, 2024: Westchester Sketchers at Five Islands Park, New Rochelle

 

Five Islands Park consists of a group of 5 islands interconnected by bridges set in an undisturbed natural habitat. The park has a large grassy area, sunbather's beach, picnic areas, a large children's play area with equipment, and an outdoor amphitheater. A pedestrian bridge links Big and Little Harrison Island to the main Oakwood Island. This beautiful park has picnic tables, benches and open air pavilions and a dock for fishing.

     

DETAILS:

When: Thursday, June 20, 2024

Location: Five Islands Park, 99 Le Fevres Lane, New Rochelle 10801

https://www.newrochelleny.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/10

Time: 10:00 AM We'll meet in the parking lot near the entrance to the park.

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Salesian+Missions,+2+Le+Fevres+Ln,+New+Rochelle,+NY+1080

Transportation from NYC: Metro-North New Haven Line to New Rochelle Station.
The 9:08 AM off-peak train from Grand Central arrives in New Rochelle at 9:41 AM.
Please call Marianne (914-355-6507) to arrange for pick-up and ride to Glen Island.

Lunch: Bring your own lunch/snack/water. We'll be picnicking together.
Show & Tell: After lunch, we'll share stories and sketches during the social part of our day.

NOTES:
- It can be breezy by the water - you may want to bring a light jacket.
- There are lots of picnic tables, but a stool can offer more options.

- Valid park passport or daily parking fee required ($5.00 residents $10.00 non-residents). 

- Restrooms are located in the Pavilion located on the left as you enter the Park.

Please RSVP to Cathy Gutterman westchester@nycurbansketchers.org
 
Looking for us? Call Cathy at 914-625-0766 or Marianne at 914-355-6507

There are no fees or attendance taken. 

All drawing skill levels are welcome