Seasons change, but New York City classics–like dog-walking and bird-watching in Central Park–endure.

Upper East Side
Central Park Bagel Bark for Dog Owners
Central Park Paws, representing thousands of dog owners, is holding its monthly morning "Bagel Bark" this Saturday. Drop by to munch on pastries, bagels, and coffee with fellow dog-walkers during these early off-leash hours
Saturday, April 14, 7:30-9 AM
Central Park-East Pinetum (near 84th St.-5th Ave. entrance)
Free

Lecture: The Art of Al Hirschfeld
Presented by the Society of Illustrators, this lecture by David Leopold, archivist of famed "characterist" Al Hirschfeld, will highlight Hirschfeld's life and work. A cocktail reception follows the lecture.
Wednesday, April 11, 6:30-9 PM
The Society of Illustrators, 128 East 63rd Street
Tickets: $25 for non-members

Upper West Side
Lunchtime Bird Walks in Central Park
The American Museum of Natural History presents lunchtime bird-watching with ornithologist Paul Sweet. Join him to see spring bird migrations using field marks, habitat, behavior, and songs as aids in identification. Bird field cards included.
Tuesday, April 10, 17 and 24; Noon-1:30 PM
Walks start on the northeast corner of Central Park West and 77th Street.
Tickets: $50; 212-313-7579 for more info

Family Chef Series at the Children's Museum
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan will host chef Michael Lomonaco of Porter House as he demonstrates–for both kids and parents–creative ways to cook simple family recipes with fresh and affordable ingredients. The event is part of the James Beard Foundation's Family Chef Series. Tastings included!
Wednesday, April 11, 2PM and 3:30PM
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan, 212 West 83rd Street
Admission: $11