Winter Preschool Storytime @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, 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
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 Museum Minis

Museum Minis

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

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Free

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…

Learn the Library Workshop: Peterson’s Test & Career Prep @ Main Library

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

Peterson’s Test and Career Prep has practice tests for: – Catholic High School & Independent School Entrance Exams – SAT, AP, & Subject Exams – CLEP & DSST Exams – GRE – Military and Vocational Exams, such as CNA/HHA, Firefighter, IT & Law Enforcement – U.S. Citizenship & ESL Tests With Peterson’s you can also…

Free

Night Owl Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Heckscher State Park Field 5 1 Heckscher State Parkway, East Islip, NY, United States

Whooo comes out at night?Who comes out at night? Walk with us through the woods of Heckscher State Park in search of our nocturnal neighbors! Owl sightings and sounds are not guaranteed! Dress for the weather and wear proper footwear! We will hike 1-3 miles long! Family Programs are geared for children ages 6 and…

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
Event Series Annie

Annie

State Theatre New Jersey 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, New Jersey

Leapin' Lizards! The world's best-loved musical returns to State Theatre New Jersey with all your favorite songs including “Tomorrow,” “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” and “Maybe.” Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie…

$40 – $105

Eaglefest at Teatown

The program includes thrilling live bird shows spotlighting birds of prey, bird walks where you can view eagles through spotting scopes, heated tents filled with educational displays and exhibits, crafts and games for children, food trucks, and more!

Winter Wolves @ Wolf Conservation Center

Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…

Teatown Hudson River EagleFest

Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Our biggest event of the year honoring the return of eagles to the Hudson Valley is on February 3, 2024!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party @ Main Library for all Branches

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

This program is designed for children ages birth to 5 who are registered in our 1000 Book Before Kindergarten Reading Program.  Children who have completed the 1000 books will receive their certificates, others who are working towards that goal will enjoy our special guest, Brian Richards who will provide a preschool magic show.  This party…

Free

Storytime Saturday 2/3 (Ages 3-5)-FREE

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

Spend your Saturday morning with us for a story, coloring, and more! Registration and adult supervision is required.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 &…

Black History Month Science Pioneers: Family Program, $4 per person

Nissequogue River State Park 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY, United States

Come see exciting science experiments!Foundations of modern science are known thanks to the contributions of Black Scientists. Come see exciting science experiments relating to their discoveries. Family Programs are geared for children ages 6 and up!Please meet at the Park Office! $4 per person upon arrival. No parking fee in effect. Reservations are required! Please…

Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program

Thomas Jefferson Park 2180 1st Ave., New York, NY, United States

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques…

FREE

Valentine’s Critters: A Sensory-Safe Reptile Encounter

Bierman Autism Centers - Ramsey 500 N. Franklin Turnpike, Ste 203, Ramsey, NJ, United States

Join us for a Scaly Spectacular! You're invited to a special Valentine's Day event at Bierman Autism Centers in Ramsey! Get ready for an up-close experience with some amazing reptiles in a sensory-safe environment. Perfect for kids of all ages! •When: Saturday, Feb. 3, 10 am – 12 pm •Where: 500 N Franklin Tpke Ste…

Free

Tracks & Traces, Children’s Program, $4 per child upon arrival

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, United States

Find out what made those footprints in the snow!Children become nature detectives as they unravel clues left behind by park wildlife. Create a book of our local animal tracks!$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…

Watson Adventures’ Grand Central Scramble Scavenger Hunt For Families

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 – $21.50

Forest Therapy Walk

Bayard Cutting Arboretum 440 Montauk Highway, Great River, NY, United States

Forest Therapy Walk Saturday, February 3, 2024 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM   Cost: $40 per person   Join certified forest therapy guide, Linda Lombardo of Wild Heart Nature Connection, on a walk to reconnect with the natural world around us. We’ll slow down, wander and notice what most of the world simply walks past;…

$40