Museum Minis

Westchester Children's Museum 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York

Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library

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

The Needlers are open to anyone with a love of handiwork—knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and counted cross stitchers are all welcome! Share patterns, learn new stitches and make new friends. New members always welcome. No registration required.

Sensory Play @ Main Library

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

Join us for a sensory-friendly program designed to offer children on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing issues, or feel overwhelmed by noises or crowds, opportunities to engage in social interaction while adults talk among themselves. Space is limited to six children and their parents/caregivers. Register children-only beginning September 6.

Free

LEGO Club for Littles @ Dennis

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

Sometimes the younger kids want the chance to become LEGO Master Builders too! Ages 4 to 8 with a passion for building with normal sized (not Duplo) LEGOs can come to the Dennis branch to make all sorts of creations. They are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with…

Free

Read to a Dog @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Children ages 5-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to wonderful, certified therapy dogs. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Therapy dogs are great listeners, and never interrupt. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for a specific…

Dinovember Bedtime Stories at Dennis

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

Celebrate Dinovember at the Dennis Branch! Every Wednesday evening through the month of November, there is a fun dinosaur related event. The Bedtime Stories program at 6pm on November 22nd is dino themed, so all ages are welcomed to drop by for a listen.

Free

Cover-to-Cover Book Club @ Sussex-Wantage

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

The Cover-to-Cover Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, in person, at the Sussex-Wantage branch. The title for November is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Click on the title to reserve a copy for pickup. Come be part of the discussion. No registration required. For more information email Pat Daly at [email protected]

Thanksgiving Virtual Storytime!

Join Preschool Readers for a fun-filled Thanksgiving storytime on Zoom on November 22nd at 7:00 PM EST. We'll read stories of gratitude, have a dance party to keep the little ones moving, and more! The event is FREE, so register today and share the joy with friends and family. We can't wait to entertain your…

FREE

Stella Blues Band & Soulshine – Celebrating the Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers

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

A Thanksgiving eve tradition continues at Tarrytown Music Hall!….A jam-filled evening celebrating two of the most iconic rock acts in music history. Stella Blue’s Band, founded in 2009, recreates the experience of being at a Grateful Dead show. The band has been lighting up the tri-state area with its high-energy performances. With dynamic jams and…

$30 – $39
Event Series Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States

Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…

Event Series Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

What could you make if you only could use purple materials?  You’ll get a chance to see in our Walk-in! Workshop in November. We’ll be making vibrant abstract art only in shades of purple in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Come and join this fun challenge!

Event Series Tai Chi

Tai Chi

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Join senior teachers from the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan for an introductory class on Randall’s Island! This will include a short demo followed by a class teaching some of the basic movements found in the Tai Chi form. This class will be easy to follow, enjoyable, and both energizing and relaxing! Tai…

FREE

Bounce House!

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

It’s a great day to visit and get the wiggles out.  We’ll have a bounce house onsite all day. Free with admission.

Event Series Friday Storytime at the Museum

Friday Storytime at the Museum

Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States

Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…

Turkey Trek (Family)-$4 due upon arrival

Hempstead Lake State Park Eagle Avenue, West Hempstead, NY, United States

Take a leisurely trek around the Bridle Path(3 miles) to burn off those Thanksgiving calories.Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's Programs, Ages 5 & up unless otherwise…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Watson Adventures’ Grand Central Scramble Family Scavenger Hunt

Grand Central Terminal 89 East 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States

Join Watson Adventures on a unique scavenger hunt for adults and kids 7 and up! Kids and adults work together to uncover the secrets of this amazing train station. To win, you’ll have to go nuts in the Whispering Gallery, learn a secret about the stars in the “sky”, find TV celebs in the food…

$17.50 – $24.50
Event Series Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

What could you make if you only could use purple materials?  You’ll get a chance to see in our Walk-in! Workshop in November. We’ll be making vibrant abstract art only in shades of purple in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Come and join this fun challenge!

Dance Party with DJ Baba Yako

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

Get ready to dance! Join us at the Staten Island Children’s Museum to enjoy the electrifying beats of DJ Baba Yako! Included with admission.  The Guest Artist Series is sponsored by

Denville Library Storytimes @ Holiday Open House (Gateway to the Arts)

Gateway to the Arts 18 Broadway, Denville, NJ, United States

Kids of all ages are welcome! Two storytime times (5:15 OR 6:15 pm) at Gateway to the Arts. No registration necessary!Storytimes at the Downtown Denville Holiday Open House! 📚For kids of all ages 5:15 pm OR 6:15 pm at Gateway to the Arts (18 Broadway)Join Santa's favorite elf (Ms. Melanie!) indoors for stories, songs, and…