Fly Fishing Workshop Series

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

Fly Fishing Workshop SeriesNOTE: Registration includes all four classes in the series Learn the basics of fly fishing and leave with the skills and confidence to get out on the water in this four-part workshop series led by expert, Len Savanella.Sessions 1 and 2 will cover the vocabulary and history of fly fishing, gear, casting,…

Big Swim 2024

Asphalt Green 555 East 90th Street, New York City, United States

Join us for a fun day for swimmers of all abilities, ages six and up, to experience the thrill of racing in the water! On May 4, 2024, participate in a FREE community swimming event at Asphalt Green, where people of all skill levels can participate. From non-competitive to competitive heats, we have options for…

Free

Story Time/ Music and Movement

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

Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm

$14

Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst

Lyndhurst 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY, United States

The Spring Craft Show by ArtRider at Lyndhurst returns from May 5th through May 7th with 200 craftspeople and makers! Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, weddings, or just for yourself! Visitors can spend the day with family and friends shopping for original fashions, accessories, jewelry, home décor, furniture, photography, and…

$6 – $16

Forest Therapy Walk

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

Forest Therapy Walk Saturday, May 4, 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

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: Brooklyn Bridge

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

Come and celebrate the 141st birthday of the Brooklyn Bridge! Together we will learn how this iconic suspension bridge transformed New York City. Families will then create their own suspension bridges to span one of NYC's rivers, canals, or busy streets. Family Programs are designed for children ages 5 – 13 years old, accompanied by…

$15

COQUÍ CLUB: Celebrating Mothers and Caregivers (Session 2)

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

Experience Coquí Club—our engaging bilingual program, designed for our youngest visitors—at El Museo del Barrio! Dive into an interactive program facilitated by our passionate museum educators, filled with storytelling, discussion, and an art-making project. Don’t forget to bring your Coquí crowns and get ready to have a memorable time!   Join us on May 4th to…

free

Pinkster Festival

The Van Cortlandt House Museum 6036 Broadway, Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, NY, United States

Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Pinkster at this year’s Pinkster Festival on the picturesque lawn of the Van Cortlandt House MuseumCelebrate the rich cultural heritage of Pinkster at this year’s Pinkster Festival hosted by the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance, Van Cortlandt House Museum, and Kingsbridge Historical Society. Join us on the picturesque lawn of…

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…

Mommy & Me: Tea and Crafts

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

Just in time for Mother's Day!You and your child will have a great time creating beautiful spring paper flower crafts. The best part is, that these flowers will last forever! After the crafting fun, enjoy tea, lemonade, and sweet treats at our special Mommy and Me tea party served on real china! Fun games and…

Hands-on History: Trekkies, Unite!

King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY, United States

Hands-on History is a free activity series every first and third Saturday of every month. Open to the public!You may be wondering, why in the galaxy would King Manor Museum be dedicating an event to Star Trek? Star Trek debuted in 1966 as an intergalactic adventure series following the USS Enterprise on its 23rd century…

Growing Gardeners – Spring Children’s Garden Class

VCPA Garden & Compost Site Broadway and Mosholu Ave., The Bronx, NY, United States

In 6 Saturday sessions, young gardeners (grades 2-5) can bring their own garden beds to life, right here in the Bronx!🌻 In this weekly drop-off program, each differently themed session will allow your child to learn about horticulture, make scientific explorations, craft, and journal - all while experiencing the joy of growing their own food!…

Event Series Fun on the Farm

Fun on the Farm

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

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Silly Billy Magician

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

Step right up for a highly interactive comedy magic show from Silly Billy!  Silly Billy has been named New York’s top children’s entertainer by five different NYC publications and received a six-page profile in The New Yorker. Having received the honored designation “New York Magician of the Year,” he has performed at the White House,…