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…

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

Does your child love science? Sunday Science is the perfect drop-off program for children to learn hands-on science! This month’s theme is crazy concoctions, where your child will get to perform experiments to learn about the wonders of chemistry.

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Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

The Intrepid Museum offers Access Family Programs for children with developmental disabilities and their families!Access Family Programs (Children ages 5-17)The Intrepid Museum offers programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families on select Sundays during regular Museum hours. Families take a guided, interactive tour of the Museum and can participate in activities that everyone…

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…

The Intrepid Museum offers Access Family Programs for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their families and friends!Access Family Programs (Teens & Adults)The Intrepid Museum offers programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families on select Sundays during regular Museum hours. Families take a guided, interactive tour of the Museum and can participate…

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

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…

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

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

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…

Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

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

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Ms. Hannah will share books and songs! Get ready for a fun musical morning!Song Stories (Ages 2-6)Ms. Hannah will share books that are also songs!We'll also have some kid-friendly rhythm and musical aids available to join in on the musical funSiblings are always welcomePlease sign up for one "ticket" as a family and list kids'…

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

Join the Afterschool Fun!Join us for a bird-spotting scavenger hunt around our winter gardens and learn about the birds that love Liberty Hall, so much, they stick around all year! Participants will make a bird feeder for their feathered friends at home!The program is designed for students in grades 1st to 5th and includes a…

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…

This is a sit-down storytime and craft with Ms. Melanie for our older preschoolers as well as kids who can sit and listen to longer stories.Storytime and Craft for Kids Ages 3+! 📚This is a sit-down storytime with Ms. Melanie for our older preschoolers as well as kids who can sit and listen to at…

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

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Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

It's Holiday Afternoon Tea time!

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…

Baby Group is a traditional lapsit during which we share stories and songs with our littlest patrons and their caregivers.Fall Baby Group! 📚Baby Group is a traditional lapsit during which we will share stories and songs with our littlest patrons and their caregiversDesigned for our friends ages 6 months and upSiblings are always welcomePlease sign…

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…

Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

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

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This is a mixed-age storytime in which we will do our best to share books, songs, and activities that work well for kids of different ages.Thursday Storytime! 📚This is a mixed-age storytime in which we will do our very best to share books, songs, and activities that work well for kids of different ages and…

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Experience the magic of the new White Plains Winter Village & Holiday Market! From December 11 to December 22, bring friends and family to enjoy cozy, private igloos for roasting marshmallows or playing board games, a special winter mini-golf course, and a fantastic selection of unique gifts from nearly two dozen local vendors. Each day…

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…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Christmas Tree Edible Art! (Kids of All Ages)This kit contains all the frosting, candies, sprinkles, decorations, and instructions to make one adorable edible art Christmas scene!Crafts can be picked up on THURSDAY, December 12th from 2 PM to 6 PM. Curbside…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Hanukkah Craft Kit (Kids of All Ages)The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah -- sometimes called the "Festival of Lights" -- begins at sundown on Wednesday, Dec 25th and ends on Thursday, Jan 2nd.In this kit, you will receive:Latke craftHanukkah Animal foam craftMagic…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Kwanzaa Craft Kit (Kids of All Ages)Kwanzaa is a celebration of African harvest festival traditions, starting on Dec 26th through Jan 1st. Each of the 7 days is dedicate to a principle, such as Umoja (unity) for day 1. In this…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Welcome Winter! (Kids of All Ages)Winter is here! Get excited for the cold and snow with this craft kit full of winter joy!In this kit, you will receive:"Welcome Winter" mosaic craftWooden snowflake sticker and blue paint to decorate itWinter-themed button pinWinter…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Happy New Year! (Kids of All Ages)2025 is just around the corner (shocking but true)!In this kit, you will receive:NYE ball drop craftSticker scene2025 glasses craftColoring pages, activities, and more!Crafts can be picked up on THURSDAY, December 12 th from 2…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Reindeer Run! (Kids of All Ages)The reindeer are enjoying the new winter weather and getting ready to pull Santa's sleigh!In this kit, you will receive:Foam reindeer craftReindeer paper bag puppet craftColor-your-own winter bookmarksReindeer headbandColoring pages, activities, and more!Crafts can be picked…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Tweens + Teens: Paint a Small Ceramic Penguin!This kit is for kids ages 8-13. Orders for younger children will be cancelled.In this craft kit you will receive :One small unfinished ceramic penguin (measures 4 1/2" tall)Black and silver acrylic paint to…

***Pick up at the library on Thursday, December 12th from 2 pm to 6 pm***Tweens + Teens: Paint a Ceramic Nutcracker Planter!This kit is for kids ages 8-13. Orders for younger children will be cancelled.In this craft kit you will receive :One unfinished ceramic nutcracker planter (measures 2 1/2" long, 3" tall)Red, gold, and black…

Decorated with over 100,000 twinkling lights, captivating animatronics, and several themed areas, children and adults alike will feel the magic of Christmas come alive at Holiday Lane. Whether you are looking for a Santa in New York, a festive date, or the perfect Christmas activity for kids in NYC, this adventure is sure to become…

A merry walk through holiday lights tour! November 22 – January 5 Wednesday through Sunday Tickets must be purchased in advance online only For the walk through only: Tickets: $25 per adult/$20 per child Time slots available from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For the Buffet dinner and walking tour tickets: (limited quantity) Tickets: $100 per adult/$50 per…

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…

Step into a holiday wonderland on a special tour of the art-filled Rosen House, decked out with enchanting decorations inspired by the cherished Rosen family archive. This limited-time holiday tour offers a glimpse of the family life that inspired celebrations in this historic house. Knowledgeable guides will take you on a captivating journey that’s perfect…

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…

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

Come visit us!!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

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…

A Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop!

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

Come visit us!!

Join the holiday fun!Candy canes, gumdrops and peppermint sticks, oh my! Children get to build and decorate a unique gingerbread house, a perfect treat for the start of the holiday season. We provide all the materials including lots of candy and icing, and you go home with a great gingerbread house creation to enjoy throughout…

Join Ms. Melanie for a special holiday-themed event as we close out the season with stories and a craft!Saturday Holiday Storytime!For all preschool agesSiblings are welcome, too!Come join Ms. Melanie in the library's meeting room for a special storytime featuring holiday stories and songs. Let's get festive!Please sign up for one "ticket" as a family…

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Celebrate and experience an Officer’s House as it would have looked in December 1943!

Market bag giveaway with the HORTGreenhouse interns!

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

One of Sandy Hook's most historic structures will be open to the public!Explore one of Sandy Hook’s most famous military sites!Visitors will be able to access the interior of the Battery and learn about the various systems and components that have been restored to functional condition. Gun #2 will be open, and visitors will have…

Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…

Join the holiday fun!Candy canes, gumdrops, and peppermint sticks, oh my! Children get to build and decorate a unique gingerbread house, a perfect treat for the start of the holiday season. We provide all the materials including lots of candy and icing, and you go home with a great gingerbread house creation to enjoy throughout…

The scare is back! Spookyfest 2024 features a VERY scary haunted woods. For the younger set, Spookyfest offers an Enchanted Walk with the new Mystical Garden, a beautiful, fanciful place. Kids will also enjoy Face Painting, The Glow Tent, Fortune Telling, Crafts and more! Meet friendly characters, and take lots of pictures. Music will fill…

The scare is back with new family friendly attractions at Spooky Fest 2024 presented by The Center for Science. Experience jump scares with zombies and scary monsters along the quarter-mile Haunted Woods Walk. Watch out for the flesh-eating dinosaurs as well. Children can explore the new Mystic Garden in the enchanted walk area for a…

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…