The “Little Women” Experience

In this Women’s History Month youth workshop, participants aged 9 – 15 will explore concepts in history, personal development, literacy and art through “Little Women” film clips and excerpts.

Forest Therapy: Equinox Celebration

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

Forest Therapy: Equinox CelebrationEmbrace change with mindful movement, nature observation, community, and tea with the trees. Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will be an opportunity to celebrate the natural world in honor of the vernal equinox on March 19. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Warm blankets,…

Makers Day Mini Cookbook/Scrapbook Craft @ Dennis

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

Using pre-loved cookbooks, pick out some recipes and decorate the pages of your very own cookbook. All supplies will be provided. Stop by and create something new from something old. For ages 6 and up. Stop in anytime between 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (or while supplies last!). The first 30 Makers Day participants will also take…

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 – $21.50

Makers Day @ Louise Childs

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

Come to the Louise Childs Library on Saturday, March 16th for a fun Maker’s Day craft! Children will have the choice between making their own STEAM kaleidoscope or car. First come first come, while supplies last. Program Date: Sat. March 16th Program Start & End Time: 11:00-11:45am

Free

5-Gallon Bucket Potato Garden @ Dennis

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

Create your own mini garden using a 5-gallon bucket, soil and sprouted potato pieces. You don’t need a lot of land to grow your own potatoes. Learn how to tend  your “garden” and you’ll have a harvest in no time! This Makers Day activity is for ages 10 and above, accompanied by a parent or guardian.…

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!

Family Program: Build and Wear

Center for Architecture 536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, United States

Designers, the category is Build and Wear! Create your own architecture-inspired fashion and accessories. Families will learn how to “read” buildings for clues about their design and function. Using these concepts, families will have the opportunity to design and construct their own wearable buildings and structures. Family Programs are designed for children ages 5 –…

$15

Makers Day: The Language of Flowers @ Main Library

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

Horticulture Therapist Linda Kluge  explains the meaning behind different flowers, then leads the group in creating personalized tussie-mussie bouquets! What’s a tussie-mussie? Join us and find out. Fresh flowers and other supplies provided. Space limited. Registration begins March 2. If you register and then cannot attend, please call the library at 973 948-3660, ext. 3418…

Free

Dance Open House at Commonpoint Queens

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

Join us for a free open house week for our new dance classes for children and adults March 16 and 23. We are located at: Commonpoint Queens Central Queens, 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills NY 11375 Schedule of classes: 12-12:45pm Hip Hop (ages 6-8 yrs) 1-1:45pm Hip Hop (ages 9-11 yrs) 2-2:45pm Ballet (ages 11-14…

Free
Event Series Boogie Down Storytime

Boogie Down Storytime

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

Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…

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…

Solar Eclipse (Children)-$4 per person due upon arrival

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

Join us as we prepare for the April 8th Solar Eclipse.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 noted (Register just the…

Makers Day: Books Arts with Alice Brees @ Main Library

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

Join in as Alice shows the group how to transform old books into works of art. During today’s class you’ll use old Reader’s Digest book covers, other old book pages and decorative scrapbook paper to create a lovely floral scene for display. All supplies provided. Registration begins March 2. If you register and then cannot attend,…

Free

Women’s History Month Art Program, Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

Learn about the life and art of Japanese sculptor, painter, and fashion designer Yayoi Kusama.Learn about the life of Japanese sculptor, painter, and fashion designer Yayoi Kusama. We’ll highlight her pop art style and feminist values, then work on our own sculptures. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your preferred art supplies…

Watercolor Painting with Regina Orr @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Join local artist, Regina Orr, for a relaxing and rewarding experience, as she guides you step-by-step through creating a beautiful watercolor painting from start to finish. No experience required, though past participants are welcome to attend. All supplies provided. This is a free watercolor painting class for ages 18+. Class size is limited to allow…

Free