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Start this weekend off by attending the SONYA Stroll: a self-guided tour of SONYArtist members, studios and galleries in the Ft.Greene, Clinton Hill, Wallabout and Bed-Stuy neighborhoods of Brooklyn. There are over 70 participating artists, businesses and organizations along with live music, wine tasting and demonstrations along the route. Download the map to plan out your route ahead of time. Make sure to plot out 775 Lafayette Avenue for a view of The Shelton, with Open Hours from 3-5 on Saturday.
On Sunday, start the day at Fieldston Lofts in picturesque Riverdale. The Open House will be from 11:30-1:30. Then spend the day at the New York Botanical Gardens. There’s a packed schedule of demonstrations, activities and guided tours of the grounds perfect for all visitors. Highlights include Mario Batali’s Kitchen Gardens and the Harvest Celebration which will celebrate the end of spring with the Global Gardeners, traveling around the globe in the garden to inspire chefs of all ages.