• Sensory Play @ Dennis

    Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, 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; registration is required.

    Free
  • Recipes and Rituals for Community Care

    The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

    Our Remedies are in our Kitchens!

  • Dungeons and Dragons @Dennis

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

    Are you new to Dungeons and Dragons? Or are you looking for a beginner level game to hone your skills? Come to the Dennis branch on January 17th from 5:30-7:30 as Miss Cara from the Franklin branch DMs the first campaign. All supplies will be provided, though if you do have your own dice or…

    Free
  • Shirley Chisholm Welcome Center Community Workshop

    Medgar Evers College, CUNY Academic Building 1 1638 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Join a community workshop to kick off the creation of the Shirley Chisholm Welcome Center.Join Morgan Monaco, President of Prospect Park Alliance, Dr. Patricia Ramsey, President of Medgar Evers College, L. Joy Williams, President of the Brooklyn NAACP and Council Member Rita Joseph for a community workshop to kick off the creation of the Shirley…

  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s New York City Center Season November 29 – December 31, 2023

    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…

    $32
  • Winter Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

    Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 18 months – 3 years old. Themes: Week of January 1: Mittens/Winter Clothing Week of…

    Free
  • 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…

  • Snowflakes are Falling-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child

    Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

    Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…

  • Music & Movement

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

    Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

    Free
  • Winter Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

    Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of preschool storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Themes: Week of January 1: Mittens/Winter Clothing Week of January 8: Nighttime…

    Free
  • 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!

  • Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm

    Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…

  • English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

    Join Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, and Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs library for a English Spanish Bilingual Storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish, a great way to expose little ones to another language! The program will take place on the following Thursdays from 2:00-2:45pm. While the program is geared…

    Free
  • Homework Help: Spanish @ Louise Childs

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

    Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, will be available at the Louise Childs Library for anyone who needs help with their Spanish homework! Bring your assignments or just stop by if…

    Free
  • Park & Read at Cranberry Lake Preserve Nature Center/Fire Pit

    Cranberry Lake Preserve Nature Center/Fire Pit 1609 Old Orchard Street, North White Plains, NY, United States

    Lasdon Park will be hosting a series of Park & Read sessions during the month of December. Seasonal stories will delight children as they discover the joy of reading in picturesque Lasdon Park & Arboretum with our captivating winter read aloud program. Join us each week as we bring stories to life, creating an enriching…

  • Read to a Dog @ Franklin

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

    Children ages 5 and up are invited to read aloud to Bronson, our visiting black lab therapy dog. Each child will have 10 minutes to read to Bronson, and maybe give him a pat or two. Be sure to arrive on time for your slot with a book in hand, or come a bit early…

  • Thought Bubbles Graphic Novel Book Club @ Main Library, Dorothy Henry & on Discord

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

    Thought Bubbles meets monthly to discuss all things comic books, graphic novels, and manga! (And all other nerdy interests!) Join our Discord server to get updates on upcoming meetings, swap comic recommendations, see what’s new to our library shelves, and more! Spotlight books every other month, otherwise pick what you want to read and feel…

    Free
  • 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
  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s New York City Center Season November 29 – December 31, 2023

    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…

    $32
  • Newark Black Film Festival Presents—Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes

    The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Come out and enjoy a film that follows Roach across seven decades.Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes, directed by Sam Pollard and Ben Shapiro. (82 mins). Not rated.The life and music of the legendary drummer, composer, bandleader, and social activist are explored through a remarkable series of creative peaks, struggles, and personal reinventions — from…