Sensory Science at the Pier 57 Discovery Tank
Pier 57 Discovery Tank 25 11th Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesHands-on activities to engage the senses and explore environmental science during this early childhood education program!
Hands-on activities to engage the senses and explore environmental science during this early childhood education program!
Enjoy a Full Harvest-to-Wreath Experience!Saturday, December 16th • 11 am to 2 pmRain Date: Sunday, December 17th • 11 am to 2 pmLet your creativity run wild while helping your favorite park!After a short hike in the park to pull and collect invasive vines, learn how to mold the twisted woody vine into a wreath,…
Drop in every third Saturday of the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to explore New York City’s oldest house together. Arrive by 1 p.m. for a unique hands-on making activity each month. Seasonal activities inside the historic house and around the gardens include scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration and hands-on activities.…
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!
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Celebrate the holiday season with this festive outdoor reading of a holiday classic!Grab your fleece, hats, gloves, coats and woolies and throw on your winter boots! Queens County Farm Museum will host a special outdoor holiday reading of O. Henry’s The Gift of the Magi led by acclaimed actor Kevin R. Free. Story time takes…
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…
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
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].
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
Nestle into the historic Old Dutch Church and let master storyteller Jonathan Kruk, complete with musical accompaniment by Jim Keyes, regale you with his adaptation of Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol.” Parking is at Philipsburg Manor and the event takes place across the street at Old Dutch Church. 2023 dates: December 2-3, 9-10, 16-17. Performances…
Fun for the whole family! Learn about winter wildlife with fun facts, play bingo, and go on an adventure to spot animals in the wild!This delightful December program is designed for families and kids to explore the wonders of winter wildlife at Sandy Hook! Come learn about winter wildlife fun facts and discover the textures…
Family-friendly craft and sunset viewing.The longest night of the year, known as the Winter Solstice, will soon be upon us! Make a lantern from things found in nature to bring light to the years shortest day (happening on Thursday 12/21) all while learning about how the longest night is celebrated around the world. While we…
Step into the enchanting world of stories. Join us for a Literature at Play Workshop, presented by the New York Children’s Theater Company. Designed for children aged 3-8, this immersive experience brings beloved children’s literature to life through theater, music, and movement, sparking their imagination and critical thinking. Included with admission.The Guest Artist Series is…
Take a winter stroll through the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo this holiday season under the sparkling lights of winter and animal characters. CAROUSEL$ – TOUCH TANK – FACE PAINTING$ – REPTILE HOUSE – FARM – TRAIN – GIFT SHOP$ – CAFE$ 5pm to 9pm Friday – Saturday – Sunday November 17-19 Friday – Saturday…
A Holiday family classic that needs no introduction! The heartwarming story of how George Bailey finds the true Christmas Spirit with the help of another friendly spirit. Starring: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Henry Travers. Director: Frank Capra
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
The Emelin Theatre is proud to present Nutcracker Dream: Inspired by the work of Rudolf Nureyev and Marius Petipa, this 90-minute family-friendly adaptation by French-American choreographer Carole Alexis is an exquisite interpretation of the beloved holiday classic. Professional dancers of Ballet des Amériques will perform the featured roles of the ballet, with additional roles performed…
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…
From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, comes this dazzling musical based on the beloved 1997 animated movie. From the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920’s, a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer…