Discover the secrets of forest animals and explore the park in search of tracks. Learn how to identify animals based on their footprints.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…
Letter Writing Workshop For ages 9 – 15 Feb. 21, 2 – 4pm Registration is required; Min: 5 participants, Max: 25 participants. $25 per child Register your child now! The art of writing letters is well and alive! In this winter break workshop, youth ages 9 – 15 will explore the history of…
The art of writing letters is well and alive! In this winter break workshop, youth ages 9 – 15 will explore the history and styles of letter writing!
Our Remedies are in our Kitchens!
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…
ShopRite Kidz Cook is a caregiver-and-me program that introduces children to a diversity of foods, explains cooking concepts and helps build dexterity with cooking utensils. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Workshops will be held at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. Included with admission. Photo credit: “Supper Outdoors” by Nikki L. is licensed…
Learn all about weather!Ever wonder how a cloud forms or why a tornado starts? We'll uncover weather secrets with hands-on demonstrations and activites. $4 per person upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required! Space is limited! If you can no longer attend the program, please cancel your reservation so others may…
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…
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
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!
Imagine a place in the world that evokes warmth, comfort, family, celebration or community. We’ll help you recreate it! Using cardstock, visitors will craft and color a multi-dimensional miniature model of a beloved space in the style of folk artist, Horace Pippins. Included with admission.
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
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…
Birds are some of the most diverse creatures on the planet. Let’s discover how birds adapt to different environments around the world.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…
Citibank and IlluminArt Productions will partner up to present Sami the Squirrel and the Great Acorn Adventure, a special show about financial literacy and recycling for children aged 5 through 9. Drop in to see how Sami makes decisions about whether to save, spend, share, or invest a gift of acorns from their grandmother. Included…
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…
Are you a busy mom? Are you needing some rest? Or grown-up tme? Well, our group would like to have you join us as we navigate this beautiful, crazy thing called motherhood. Moms of kids ages 0-11 from any town are welcome to join us. Limited KidLife childcare provided by reservation only. Please RSVP by…
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…
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
