Free Exhibition Tour | Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección

El Museo del Barrio 1230 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…

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The Vampire Circus

Tarrytown Music Hall 13 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY, United States

Heralded as a mix of circus cabaret and theatre, The Vampire Circus is a mysterious, tantalizing, fun, dark, cutting-edge production guaranteed to amaze the senses. The Vampire Circus has been called a mix of circus cabaret and theater and is the result of a fusion of Tim Burton and Cirque Du Soleil. Enjoy a phenomenal…

$54 – $84

Lyndhurst After Dark!

Lyndhurst 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY, United States

You’ve experienced the splendor of the Lyndhurst Mansion during the day, but have you seen it draped in candlelight? Come experience the history of the Mansion and explore Victorian lore in the glow of an October evening—Lyndhurst After Dark! Timed entry into the Mansion allows visitors to experience the house as it is decorated in…

$35 – $40

Spooky Fest

Center for Science Teaching & Learning 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre, NY

10/6- 10/8 10/13 - 10/15 10/20-10/22 10/27-10/29 Our updated Halloween adventure is perfect for families who don't want to be scared.... or maybe just a little. $22 Non Spooky Attractions include: Enchanted Forest Walk for young children features friendly displays and characters, such as cute dinosaurs, witches, aliens,. Cinderella and more! Kids arts and crafts…

$22 – $27

Dracula

Elmwood Playhouse 10 Park Street, Nyack, NY, United States

Elmwood Playhouse presents Dracula – Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 2023. Experience the terrifyingly seductive power of evil in this supernatural tale of the infamous Count Dracula. The quintessential stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel, this Dracula is chilling, suspenseful, and satisfyingly scary.  Written by Hamilton Dean & John L. Balderston. Directed by Michael…

Lapsit at Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 18 months old and their parents/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early literacy tips and things to try at home. Program Dates:…

Fall Toddler Storytime @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities. Separate registration required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children 18 months-3 years old. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Fall/Halloween

Free

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

For little ones ages 0-3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat! This is a drop-in program, registration is not required. Program Date: 10/23/2023 Program Start & End Time: 10:00-10:45

CANCELLED – Messy Play @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Building closed today for parking lot paving, but please join us later this week for tiny tots and storytimes. Children from birth to age 5 are invited for an hour of sensory play! Children and caregivers will have a chance to explore different sensory play activities. Please dress for mess! (Adults too!) Registration begins October…

Free

Fall Toddler Storytime @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Weekly Toddler Storytime runs through October 23. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities. Separate registration required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children 18 months-3 years old. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Fall/Halloween

Free

Fall Preschool Storytime @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 23. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Fall/Halloween

Free

Fall Preschool Storytime @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 23. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Fall/Halloween

Free

Fall Homeschool Book Club @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Join Ms. Savannah on Mondays for the fall session of our Homeschool Book Club featuring Lloyd Alexander’s Time Cat! Each week we will revisit what we learned the week before, read a chapter together, then discuss the plot development and literary devices of the story. Participants will talk about things like narration, plot and character development. This…

Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Enjoy a mental challenge and play nicely with your peers! Join our core group of gamesters to play cards and chat. Board games also available. Just bring your competitive nature and sense of fun! The group meets every Monday the library is open, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time…

Dance Open House Week at Central Queens

Commonpoint Queens Central Queens 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills, United States

Join us for a free open house week from October 23-28 for a chance to try all of the dance classes we have to offer at Commonpoint Queens Central Queens! Classes include Ballet, Contemporary Movement, Zumba Kids, Cheer, Modern Fusion, Hip-Hop, and combo classes for ages 3+. You can register your child for one class…

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Kids Crafternoons @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Kids ages 5-11 are invited to join Miss Kim at the Main Library for drop-in seasonal crafts on select Monday afternoons from 3:30pm-4:30pm in the community room! Themes: October 2nd – Fall October 23rd – Halloween November 13th – Fall December 11th – Winter No registration required, but supplies are limited. Crafts will be available…

After School Tween Hour @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Middle School can be demanding on tweens. The Dorothy Henry Library invites kids ages 11-13 to stop by the community room after school on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 to decompress and hang out. Tweens can work on homework, read, watch videos, play games, do a craft or just hang out in a space that’s…

Origami Workshop @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Challenge yourself with different Origami projects and learn as you go. Instruction and supplies provided. All ages welcome. No registration required.

I Saw It On Pinterest – Let’s Make It! @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Make a fall pumpkin to add to your decor! All supplies provided. No crafting experience necessary. For ages 17+. Registration begins October 9. Please note, the community room is up a flight of stairs, no elevator.

Free

Stargazing in the Preserve

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Stargazing in the PreservePeer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. View the night sky through a telescope and observe Jupiter, Saturn, and the craters on the moon in detail. Plus, capture images on your phone using a special attachment on the telescope! Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Bring water…