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May 16, 2013
May 16, 2013
NYC Downtown
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- This Week's Best Family-Friendly Events
- Interior Design for Families
- Radio City Christmas Spectacular®
- A Season of Fun at Summer Camp @Ross
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Last Issue
As I sit here putting together my last issue of Macaroni Kid I am still amazed by how much there is to do every week with kids in the city. I have loved every minute of researching events, reviewing shows and working with so many great organizations in the city. I hope you found the newsletters useful in planning out your weekend and I encourage you to sign up for other Macaroni Kid sites in the NYC area including the new Macaroni Kid Lower Manhattan newsletter.
Enjoy!
Jessica
Enjoy!
Jessica
Interior Design for Families
Meet Hannah Blumenthal
Now that my kids are a bit older, I don't want my apartment to look like a day care center! We don't have much space so I want where we living to look cozy yet polished. However, with all of the choices of tables, chairs, rugs and color I was not sure where to start.
I have never worked with a designer before meeting with Hannah a few weeks ago and now I don't think I will be able to purchase another piece of major furniture or ...
I have never worked with a designer before meeting with Hannah a few weeks ago and now I don't think I will be able to purchase another piece of major furniture or ...
Radio City Christmas Spectacular®
Christmas Shines Here!
There is no better place to be this holiday than at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular®! It is a one-of-a-kind celebration for sharing with family, friends, and loved ones. The radiant Radio City Music Hall is decked out for the season and the Rockettes shine like never before in a breathtaking new number that transforms the stage into a glistening winter wonderland! Share in the joy with Santa, the Nutcracker, and the unforgettable Living Nativity. No one does it better than the Radio City Christmas Spectacular!
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A Season of Fun at Summer Camp @Ross
Summer camp is a time to make new friends, find new passions, and most importantly, have fun! With a team of specialists, instructors, and counselors who work hard to provide the best summer experience in the Hamptons, Summer Camp @Ross in East Hampton, NY, ensures that campers have a season full of discovery and fun.
Running from June 24 to August 16, 2013, Summer Camp @Ross offers exceptional programs for children 6 months to 17 years of age. Situated on a peaceful, woodsy campus, Summer Camp @Ross invites campers to ...
May 18th through May 19th
Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - TADA! presents 'Adventures of Ezra Jack Keats'
- Apt. 3: A dance-theater piece where the sound of harmonica music somewhere behind closed doors sends Sam and Ben snooping through their tenement halls.
- Maggie and the Pirate: Maggies pet cricket has gone missing and all that is left is a note saying: THE PIRATE WAS HERE! Featuring TADA! favorite "The Pirate Song".
Where: TADA!, 15 W 28th StWhen: Saturdays and Sundays at 2 & 4pm through May 19thWho: Ages 3+How: Purchase TicketsCost: $8 for kids/$25 for adults [Get 10% off using the code: MACKIDS10]For more info: https://tadatheater.com/
Parents Night Out -- May 17th!Enjoy a night out while the kids sing, dance and act at TADA! Performance, pizza, playing and play-acting all included. For ages 6-10.
Saturday, May 18 - Solar One Family Day: NYC Wildflower Week Interactive Plant Fair
Come to Solar One on Saturday May 18 for a fun-filled day of wildflower and native plant activities! Kids and families can pot a native wildflower to take home, make wildflower seed bombs, get their faces painted, make flower costumes and color native wildflowers that grow in Stuyvesant Cove Park. The first in our monthly series of Family Days!
Where: Stuyvesant Cove Park 24-20 FDR Drive Service Road East New York, NY 10010 (Take the L train to First Ave or the 6 Train to 23rd Street;Walk east to the river and cross under the FDR Drive. Stuyvesant Cover Park runs from 18h St to 22nd St & the Solar 1 Building is at the North End of the park)When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Activities most suitable for ages 3+, but younger kids are welcome!How: RSVP to [email protected] or [email protected]Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.solar1.org/
Sunday, May 19 - CMA Around the World: Caribbean Cultural Fest
Bonga is back! Celebrate our Caribbean Cultural Festival with Haitian musician Bonga and his band as well as a variety of dances from La Troupe Zetwal and Cumbe. Join in the drum circle or create your own 3D topographical island maps, headdresses inspired by Carnival costumes, and island animations. There will also be live performances by PS115K
Where:Children’s Museum of the Arts, 103 Charlton StreetWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free with Museum AdmissionFor more info: www.cmany.org
May 17th through May 23rd
Friday, May 17 - Story Times on Friday
- McNally Jackson at 4pm for ages 0-2
- Karma Kids at 3pm for up to age 6
- Books of Wonder at 4pm for up to age 7
- Libraries:
- Hudson Park Library: Tunes for Tots, 3:30pm
- Ottendorfer: All Join In, 10:30am
Where:
- McNally Jackson, 52 Prince Street
- Karma Kids, 104 W 14th St
When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info:
Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 24 - Children's Museum of Art Guided Workshops
Try one of the Guided Workshops where children work in small groups with teaching
artists. Visit the CMA website for upcoming workshop themes and age recommendations.
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 103 Charlton StWhen: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)Who: Varies based on the workshopHow: No reservations requiredCost: $10 per person for admissions (Admission costs cover all workshops and materials)For more info: http://cmany.org/ or call (212) 274 - 0986
Friday, May 17 - Open Play with Kids at Work (Chelsea)
Open Play contains signature messy art choices and is designed for active children:
- Sensory bins filled with sand, water, dried pasta, and other interesting materials.
- Easel stations with rotating media such as paint, stickers, stencils and all different ways of applying color.
- Table stations where children can sit and participate in a more structured project IF they choose to do so.
- Lots of space for your child to MOVE & CREATE!
- A Mess is Best philosophy.
Plus, each Open Play session contains a short storytime for children who are interested.
Where: Kids at Work, 242 W27th Street, Suite 4AWhen: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM (EVERY Friday until May 24 2:30 - 4:30pm)Who: Ages 12 mos - 4 years and Babies too!How: Just Show UpCost: $10 to drop-in; $5 for KAW class packholders. Cash only.For more info: http://www.kidsatworknyc.com
Friday, May 17 - Arts & Crafts at Chatham Square Library
Age appropriate Arts & Crafts
Where: Chatham Square Library, 33 E BroadwayWhen: 3:30 PMWho: For children ages 5 to 11 years old.How: Pre-registration RequiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nypl.org/
Friday, May 17 - TGIF Storytime at the Museum of Jewish Heritage
Come hear warm, whimsical, and wonderful tales about traditions, holidays, and families. Enjoy a snack of challah and juice while listening to some of today’s best storybooks for children.
Where: Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, 36 Battery PlaceWhen: 3:45 PMWho: Ages 3-7How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.mjhnyc.org/
Friday, May 17 - Free High Line Park Tour
Join Free Tours by Foot as we walk the High Line, New York’s most exciting new park and learn about the history of the Meatpacking District as well as Chelsea and it’s wonderful market. We’ll show you the unique architecture and cutting edge art that is a part of and surrounds the High Line, but you really should come for the awesome views!
Where:Jackson Square Park, W.13th Street and 8th Avenue. Look for your guide with the Free Tours by Foot logo.When: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWho: All Ages (Approximately 2 hours. Approximately 1 mile in length.)Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/
Friday, May 17 - TADA! Parents Night Out
A TADA! parent perk and great time for the kids as they make new friends and enjoy a lot of singing, dancing and acting fun! Includes pizza, games, a musical theater workshop, and a performance of the TADA!'s original family musical The Little Moon Theater. Special discounted price for TADA!'s Kids Club Card holders.
Where: TADA!, 15 W 28th StWhen: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Flexible drop-off 9:00 - 9:30 AM))Who: Ages 6 - 12How: Register NowCost: $60/kidFor more info: https://tadatheater.com/
Friday, May 17 - Pajama Party
Held every Friday, pajama parties are a one-of-a-kind thematic "after hours" party featuring gym exploration, art, story, cooking, games, relays, and more. All parties culminate in a disco dance party, and dinner is provided.
Where: NY Kids Club - Battery Park, 393 South End Ave. (at Liberty St)When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 2.5 - 8 yearsHow: Register OnlineCost: One Child:$30.00; Two Children: $45.00; Three Children: $60.00For more info: http://www.nykidsclub.com/
Friday, May 17 - “Family Friday Pizza & Movie Night” at Charlotte's Place
Relax with your kids and meet other downtown families for free pizza, children’s movies, and community. Tonight's movie: The Lorax
Where: Charlotte’s Place, 109 Greenwich Street (rear of 74 Trinity Place), between Rector and Carlisle StreetsWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Every third Friday night of the month)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.trinitywallstreet.org
Friday, May 17 - Art Slams at CMA
CMA’s Young Artist Kollective (YAK), is a free program that provides emerging young artists with exclusive studio space and materials, artistic and technical guidance, opportunities to meet with guest artists, and a chance to learn about professional opportunities across the art world.
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 103 Charlton StWhen: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PMWho: 6th - 9th GradersHow: Just Show UpCost: Free for YAK MembersFor more info: http://cmany.org/
Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - 'The Joffrey Ballet School presents Carnival of the Animals' at BMCC Tribeca PAC
The Joffrey Ballet School will present “Carnival of the Animals” by Charles Camille Saint Saens. 265 students from the Joffrey Ballet School’s Children and Young Dancer Programs will perform “Carnival the Animals”, directed by Jo Matos with choreography from the entire Children and Young Dancer Program faculty. The music will be performed live as a Chamber Ensemble as it was originally scored using a flute, clarinet, two pianos, a glass harmonica, xylophone, two violins, a viola, cello and a double bass, The Ensemble will be conducted by our very own Randall Benichak.
Where: Tribeca PAC, 199 Chambers St New York, NY 10007When: Saturday at 7:00 PM; Sunday at 12:30 PM and 3:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: Buy TicketsCost:$40 (Adults); $20 (Children 12 and under)For more info: http://tribecapac.org
Saturday, May 18 - Story Times on Saturday
- Chatham Square Library: Ages 4-8, 11am
Where: Click here for Library LocationsWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info: NYPL
Saturday, May 18 - Make Wall Street Park Bloom!
The Downtown Alliance invites you to join us and your neighbors as we plant new flowers and spruce up Wall Street Park. In addition to gardening for all, there will be kid friendly activities like face painting and balloon making. We'll provide the plantings, the tools, and the top soil, you bring some elbow grease. Together we'll make Wall Street Park bloom and the kids will have a blast too. Light refreshments available, provided by Whole Foods.
Where: 110 Wall StreetWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.downtownny.com
Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - New York Baby Show
Explore a mix of top products and services for maternity, baby and toddler, along with an inspiring menu of speakers and demonstrations from highly regarded and beloved figures in the world of parenting and pregnancy
Where: Pier 92, 52nd Street & The West Side HighwayWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: New Parents, but children are welcomeHow: Purchase TicketsCost: $10/person; $20/familyFor more info: http://newyorkbabyshow.com/
Saturday, May 18 - 'It's My Park' Day in Union Square
Foll up your sleeves and pitch in to make Union Square Park the greenest, tidiest and prettiest park in all of NYC during ‘It’s My Park!’ Day: Union Square. Bring the whole family to participate in the day's events, including kid-friendly activities such as face painting, children's planting table, and yoga for the littlest parkgoers. Snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market.
Where: Union Square, Check in at the Lincoln Statue on the 16th Street transverseWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Register OnlineCost: FreeFor more info: http://mypark-uspnewsletter.eventbrite.com/
Saturday, May 18 - Beach Party! at Citibabes
Join us for beach themed arts & crafts, a photo booth by Bellamy Blue, a Beach Boys inspired concert, and ice cream sampling from Emack and Bolio’s!
Where: Citibabes, 52 Mercer StWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Register OnlineCost: $20/familyFor more info: http://citibabes.com
Saturday, May 18 - The Adventures of Maya the Bee
The new revamped production of Maya the Bee will feature the same story of the rebellious little bee who flies from the hive in search of adventure and encounters her own heroism. The production will feature a sparkling new set and props by Joe Silovsky and the original dazzling array of puppets from Poland, as well as new staging by Will Pomerantz to the glorious jazz-themed score by Nancy Harrow.
Where: Culture Project, 45 Bleecker StWhen: 10:30 AM (Through May 18th)Who: Ages 2-9How: Buy TicketsCost: $25For more info: http://cultureproject.org/
Saturday, May 18 - Spring Kids Fest at Madison Square Park
Be prepared for rockin’ entertainment, delicious treats and eats, games, face painting, crafts, storytelling and much much more! This free event is open to the public and is a guaranteed raucous time for your little ones and the whole family.
Where: Madison Square Park, Between Fifth & Madison Avenues, 23rd & 26th StreetsWhen: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.madisonsquarepark.org/
Saturday, May 18 - Storytime in Teardrop Park
Storyteller Rita Auerbach tells fairy tales from around the world. Hear about mysterious beings that protect nature and inhabit woods, sky, stream, and parks. Make fairy houses and wings.
Where: Teardrop Park, Battery Park City, Between Warren Street and Murray Street, east of River Terrace.When: 11:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://bpcparks.org/
Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - Elixir of Love / L'Elisir d'Amore (Family Opera in Concert)
Donizetti's classic romantic farce!
Where:Dicapo Opera Theatre, 184 East 76th StreetWhen: 11:00 AM (Second show at 2PM on Sunday)Who: Ages 4+How: Buy TicketsCost: $12/child; $24/adultFor more info: http://www.dicapo.com/ofk.html
Saturday, May 18 - It's My Park Day in Washington Market Park
FLOWER POWER! Hey children, do you like to garden? Then come to Washington Market Park for the citywide celebration of It’s My Park Day and help plant beautiful Summer flowers! Our Park Gardener will give instructions to children on how to plant flowers like impatiens and marigolds, as well as summer and fall flowering bulbs like gladiolus. We will have some children’s gardening gloves and trowels, but if you have your own please bring them along.
Where: Washington Market Park, Located on Greenwich Street between Duane and Chambers streets. The main entrance is on Greenwich Street at Duane Street.When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.washingtonmarketpark.org/
Saturday, May 18 - Storytime at McNally Jackson: Jackie Robinson Event
When Jackie Robinson stepped onto Ebbets Field as a Brooklyn Dodger on April 15, 1947, he became the first Black Major League ball player in America; Jackie's storied baseball career, and his legacy of strength in the face of racism, continue to inspire us. Jackie Robinson had a profound, personal impact on author, Tania Grossinger, who first became friends with Jackie as a teenager. Tania will share her new children's book about their friendship. Tania will be joined by Charles G. Esperanza, the talented artist/illustrator of Jackie and Me: A Very Special Friendship. Charles will demonstrate how he created the illustrations for the book, and help kids design baseball cards modeled after Jackie Robinson cards.
Where: McNally Jackson, 52 Prince StWhen: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMWho: Ages 4-10How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://mcnallyjackson.com/
Saturday, May 18 - Mario the Magician
Join Mario the Magician for an uplifting, inventive, and highly interactive magical performance for the young and young-at-heart! Part retro, part rock and roll, Mario is an artist and inventor who creates his own props. Mario's old world looks and physical comedy style are reminiscent of his heroes, Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, but he puts a thoroughly modern spin on everything he does.
Where:Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street (between 5th + 6th Avenues)When: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMWho: Ages 3+How: Purchase TicketsCost:
- $20 child
- $30 adult
- + one (1) food/beverage item minimum
For more info: http://www.mariothemagician.com
Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - Circle Of Dance! Annual Children's Festival: "Aloha Days at NMAI"
Learn about the Native peoples with free hands-on workshops.
Where: American Indian Museum Heye Center, Bowling GreenWhen: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://nmai.si.edu/
Saturday, May 18 - NY Dance Parade
Over 10,000 dancers will converge showcasing 65 forms of dance in a free outdoor dance parade & festival! The parade starts on 21st street, down Broadway, past Union Square and into University Place. At 8th Street Salsa, Tango and Waltz East into Saint Marks Street. House, Techno and Disco floats will have afternoon shoppers wigglin as they watch in the heart of the East Village. Straight to DanceFest in Tompkins Square Park. At DanceFest watch free dance performances on stage and at specific sites throughout the park--Free dance lessons are offered or you can enjoy a Dance Party.
Where: Parade begins at 22nd St travels down Broadway, across St Marks Place to Tompkins Square ParkWhen: 1:00 PM (DanceFest to begin at 3pm)Who: All AgesHow: Register to Dance or Just Show Up to watchCost: FreeFor more info: http://danceparade.org/
Saturday, May 18 - Solar One Family Day: First Ever Annual Almighty Foot Clan Anniversary B-Boy Battle
Breakdancing is a time-honored and essential part of hiphop culture. In fact, back in the early 1980s, when rap was first discovered by the mainstream, many people thought that breaking would be hiphop’s number one art form. If African American culture supplied the beats and Jamaican culture the sound systems and friendly competition to the world of hiphop, Latino culture provided the moves. Dancers from the Rock Steady Crew, originally formed in the Bronx in 1977, were some of the most famous breakers who helped familiarize America and then the whole world with this athletic and original movement style. On Saturday May 18, 32 local crews will battle for prize money and bragging rights at this free-to-watch, $5-to-participate event.
Where: Stuyvesant Cove Park 24-20 FDR Drive Service Road East New York, NY 10010 (Take the L train to First Ave or the 6 Train to 23rd Street;Walk east to the river and cross under the FDR Drive. Stuyvesant Cover Park runs from 18h St to 22nd St & the Solar 1 Building is at the North End of the park)When: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: Activities most suitable for ages 3+, but younger kids are welcome!How: No registration required unless participating (email [email protected])Cost: Free to watch, $5 to participateFor more info: http://www.solar1.org/
Saturday, May 18 - A Picture Perfect Afternoon at the Scholastic Store - Soho
What better place to celebrate Children's Book Week than The Scholastic Store! We are rolling out the red carpet for FIVE authors and illustrators! Meet Mark Teague, author of The Three Little Pigs and the Somewhat Bad Wolf and illustrator of the How Do Dinos… series, Matthew Reinhart, paper engineer and bestselling author of Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy, Nicholas Blechman, illustrator of Night Light PLUS the author and illustrator of Lucky Ducklings — Eva Moore & Nancy Carpenter!
Where: Scholastic Store SoHo, 557 Broadway (Between Prince & Spring Streets)When: 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and upHow:Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.facebook.com
Sunday, May 19 - Storytimes on Sunday
Books of Wonder at 12pm for ages 0-7
Where: Books of Wonder, 18 W. 18th St.When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info: Books of Wonder
Sunday, May 19 - Brunch Baby, Brunch
New York City’s premiere baby friendly weekly brunch featuring Live DJ spinning a perfect mix of baby- friendly songs and music parents love. ‘Brunch Baby, Brunch’ offers a casual and fun vibe while enjoying a meal with family and friends.
Where: Brother Jimmys' BBQ Union Sq. 116 16th st between Park Ave and Irving Pl.When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: RSVP to [email protected]Cost: $30 per Adult includes Brunch & all you can drink specials mimosas bloody marys beer KIDS EAT FREE!For more info: www.facebook.com/brunchbabybrunch
Sunday, May 19 - Classics For Kids and Their Families: Small Change
(1976, François Truffaut) The adventures keep coming for the members of teacher Jean François Stevenin’s class: a boy tells his first dirty joke; a willful girl locked up by her parents broadcasts her hunger via bullhorn; a tot bounces back up after a seven-story drop; and teacher’s wife bears their first child. Truffaut’s special touch with children was never more evident than in this sketch film, an impressionistic view of an eventful school year.
Where: Film Forum, 209 West Houston St. west of 6th Ave.When: 11:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Buy TicketsCost: $7For more info: http://www.filmforum.org
Sunday, May 19 - Little Club Heads 80's Party
Little Club Heads is a monthly dance party for parents and kids with dancing, DJ, face painters, clowns, cartoon characters, games and special performances.
Where: Broad Street Ballroom, 41 Broad Street(Between Beaver & Exchange Place)When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 1-9 yearsHow: Buy TicketsCost: $15For more info: http://www.littleclubheads.com/
Sunday, May 19 - Kids 'n Comedy Shows
Every month Kids ‘n Comedy presents their best teenage stand-up grads.
Where: Gotham Comedy Club, 208 W 23rd StWhen: 1:00 PMWho: Ages 9+How: Just Show UpCost: $15 plus one item minimumFor more info: http://kidsncomedy.com/
Sunday, May 19 - A Ukrainian Folk Painting at The Ukrainian Museum
Learn about traditional folk painting and create your own ceramic tile or an object of your choosing.
Where: Ukrainian Museum, 222 E 6th StWhen: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: Ages 5-12How: To register, please call 212-228-0110 or send an e-mail to [email protected]Cost: $5 per family member/ $3 per Museum member.For more info: http://www.ukrainianmuseum.org/
Sunday, May 19 - 'Junie B. Jones' at BMCC Tribeca PAC
This musical is based on Barbara Park’s Junie B. Jones book series. Outspoken, precocious, lovable Junie B. Jones stars in a colorful, funny, fast-paced musical about new friends, new glasses, sugar cookies, the annual kickball tournament, and various other first-grade angst-ridden situations.
Where: Tribeca PAC, 199 Chambers St New York, NY 10007When: 3:00 PMWho: Ages 4-8How: Buy TicketsCost:$25For more info: http://tribecapac.org
Sunday, May 19 - Kids Cupcake Class at Butter Lane Cupcakes
Kids can make cupcakes too! In BL's Camp Cupcake, our instructors show budding bakers how to make their own sweet treats. First, our Butter Lane instructor will teach your kid-foodie to make cakes in 3 different flavors. Next, we teach you them how to make frosting the Butter Lane way. (What's your favorite? Raspberry, chocolate, or blueberry? Yum.) Finally, the best part! Decorate your cupcakes to take home. Your child will decorate their own cupcakes with sprinkles, writing tips, and more. Kids take home six cupcakes.
Where: Butter Lane Cupcakes, 123 East Seventh Street, New York, NY 10009When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Ages 6+How: Register OnlineCost: $60/child (All kids must be accompanied by a guardian (1 per 3 kids, please). Join in or have a complimentary cupcake and drink while you watch)For more info: http://www.butterlane.com/
Monday, May 20 - Story Times on Monday
Libraries:
- New Amsterdam: Movie Matinee, 3:30pm
- Ottendorfer: Ages 0-1.5 , 10:30am, 11:30am & 1:30pm
- Seward Park: Toddler Time, 3pm
Where:
- Museum at Eldridge St, 12 Eldridge St.
- Click here to view Library Locations
When: n/aWho: All agesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info: NYPL
Tuesday, May 21 - Story Times on Tuesday
- Scholastic at 11am, all ages
- giggle at 4pm
- Libraries
- Mulberry St: Crafternoon, 4:00pm
- New Amsterdam: Baby Story Time, 10:30am & 11:30am
Where:
- giggle, 120 Wooster St
- Scholastic, 557 Broadway
- Click here for Library Locations
When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the story time either on the website or by calling since story times frequently change.Cost: Free
Tuesday, May 21 - Mind Over Matter Stroller Bootcamp
Can’t find a babysitter so you can make a trip to the gym? Worried you won’t be able to fit in a complete workout between your toddler’s naps? With Mind Over Matter’s comprehensive Stroller Boot Camp, there’s no more stressing and no more excuses. You can build muscle, burn fat and firm up all while spending valuable time with your baby!
Where:Battery Park City, NW Corner of Murray and River TerraceWhen: 10:45 AM (Weekly through May 21st)Who: Parents with Babies/ToddlersHow: Register OnlineCost: $30/individual classFor more info: http://mindovermatternyc.com/
Tuesday, May 21 - Kooky Creations at Chatham Square Library
Children focus on sculpture while exploring formal art themes of line, shape, color, form and texture. Presented by the Children's Museum of Manhattan.
Where: Chatham Square Library, 33 East BroadwayWhen: 3:30 PMWho: Ages 5-12How: Registration RequiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nypl.org/
Tuesday, May 21 - Stargazing on the High Line
Join friends of the High Line and the Amateur Astronomers Association (AAA) of New York for Astronomy on the High Line. Here's the chance to use the AAA's high-powered telescopes, and get a lesson from the experts on the celestial wonders of New York's night sky.
Where: On the High Line between Little West 12th and West 14th StreetsWhen: 6:30 PM (Telescopes will be set from dusk to 9:30PM)Who: Ages 4 and upHow: No reservations requiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.thehighline.org/; For the latest updates, please call (212) 206-9922 or follow at @highlinenyc on Twitter.
Wednesday, May 22 - Story Times on Wednesday
- Scholastic at 11am, all ages
- Libraries:
- Hamilton Fish Park: 4PM, ages 5-12
- Ottendorfer: 11:30 & 12, ages 1.5-3; at 4pm Preschool Storytime
- Seward Park: Toddlers, 11:15am; Babies at 12pm
Where:
- Scholastic, 557 Broadway
- Click Here for Library Locations
When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info:
Wednesday, May 22 - Preschool Play in Battery Park City
Join other toddlers, parents and caregivers for interactive play on a grassy lawn. Toys, books, and play equipment provided.
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Through Oct 30th)Who: ToddlersHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.bpcparks.org
Wednesday, May 22 - Storytime and Singalong for Kids
Join Amy and Jo for reading, singing, and dancing
Where: Bookstore Cafe, 126 Crosby StreetWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Every Wednesday)Who: Appropriate for kids 3 and under and their caretakers.How: Just Show UpCost: Only $5 per family at the doorFor more info: https://www.housingworks.org/
Wednesday, May 22 through Thursday, May 23 - The Yak Packers: Early Childhood Art
In this program that encourages collaboration, Yak Packers look, touch, and
explore together, then create projects inspired by Himalayan art.
explore together, then create projects inspired by Himalayan art.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th StreetWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 2-4, accompanied by an adultHow: Just Show UpCost: $10.00 (Member Price: $5.00)For more info: http://www.rmanyc.org/
Wednesday, May 22 - Rattle & Reel at Sunshine Cinema
The Sunshine Cinema welcomes caregivers and their babies on Wednesdays for our special Rattle & Reel screenings. Adults pay normal admission prices but all babies are FREE! Tickets available at the box office only on the day of show.
Where: Sunshine Cinema, 143 East Houston StreetWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Caregiver & babyHow: Just Show UpCost: $13For more info: http://www.landmarktheatres.com/
Wednesday, May 22 - Preschool of Rock at Egg by Susan Lazar
Real Rock n' Roll musicians fill these classes with unforgettable, undeniable, musical awesomeness! Discover world percussion, jam in drum circles, learn to play patterns, dance, strum and drum with Preschool of Rock after your awesome school day!
Where: egg by Susan Lazar, 124 Hudson St (between N. Moore & Ericsson)When: 3:30 PM - 4:15 PMWho: PreschoolersHow: Register OnlineCost: $35/classFor more info: http://www.egg-baby.com/
Wednesday, May 22 - Cupcake Kids Bake Club at Taste Buds Kitchen
Advanced chefs can join this exclusive new club at Taste Buds Kitchen. Each Wednesday chefs meet to analyze and test delicious recipes from famous bakeries and learn advanced decorating techniques. Think Cupcake Wars, Iron Chef, and Advanced Techniques all rolled into one. The goal of each class is to dive into one baking technique to master it from A to Z. The semester will end with each student writing and creating their own cupcake recipe masterpiece!
Where: Taste Buds Kitchen, 109 West 27th St, 10FLWhen: 5:00 PMWho: Ages 8-13How: Register OnlineCost: $45For more info: http://tastebudskitchen.com/
Thursday, May 23 - Story Times on Thursday
- Scholastic: 11am, all ages
- Libraries
- Chatham Sq: Toddlers, 10:30am
- Mulberry Street: Toddlers, 10:30am & 11:30am
- Ottendorfer: Toddlers, 4:00pm
Where:
- Scholastic 557 Broadway
- Libraries
When: Recurring WeeklyWho: All AgesHow: Just show up, but please verify the storytime either on the website or by calling since storytimes frequently change.Cost: FreeFor more info: Library storytimes and activities may change. Please visit NYPL.org verify times.
Thursday, May 23 - Preschool Art in Battery Park City
Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, wood and paint with projects planned by an art educator/artist.
When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Through Oct 31st)Who: ToddlersHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.bpcparks.org
Thursday, May 23 - Arts and Crafts at the Battery Park City Library
Arts and Crafts at the Library!
Where:Battery Park City Library, 175 North End AvenueWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Ages 3-12How: Registration RequiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nypl.org/
May 24th through July 8th
Friday, May 24 - “Family Friday Yoga and Veggie Night” at Charlotte's Place
Practice with your children in this family-focused yoga class! As kids discover the foundations of yoga, adults can sweat away their stresses from the week. We’ll share games, create art, sing songs, explore the breath, and connect with one another. This interactive class will lead us on make-believe adventures and into partner poses until we find our way to chill-out time. With age-appropriate yoga poses, we'll get our bodies moving and imaginations stirring.
Where: Charlotte’s Place, 109 Greenwich Street (rear of 74 Trinity Place), between Rector and Carlisle StreetsWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Family Friday Yoga and Veggie Night occurs the fourth Friday of every month.)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.trinitywallstreet.org
Saturday, May 25 - Governors Island Family Festival
Visit Governors Island for some arts and crafts, storytelling, as well as musical and theatrical performances and harbor education activities for kids. Sponsored by the Governors Island Alliance.
Where: Governors IslandWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: www.governorsislandalliance.org.
Saturday, May 25 - Lower East Side Festival of the Arts Youth Programs
The LOWER EAST SIDE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS is Theater, Music, Dance, Poetry, Comedy, Performance Art, Film, Video, Painting and Sculpture. It is a Paean to the Past, a Party for the Present and a Fest for the Future, dedicated to the diversity of the Arts that hail from the Lower East Side and East Village.
Where: Johnson Theater, 155 1st AveWhen: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.theaterforthenewcity.net/les.htm
Sunday, May 26 - Jazz for Kids with Amy Cervini
Play percussion instruments, listen to kid-friendly jazz songs and learn a little bit about jazz!
Where: 55 Bar at 55 Christopher Street (at 7th Ave)When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 2-6How: Just show upCost: $5 per personFor more info: http://www.amycervini.com/
Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Mini Camp with Super Soccer Stars
No school? No problem! Super Soccer Stars will keep your kids active, kicking and having a blast while school is out this Thanksgiving Weekend! For ages 2.5-3 and 4-5. Mini Camp features 2.5 hours of soccer games/activities, arts & crafts and a snack.
Where:Public School 89, 201 Warren St, New York, NYWhen: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: For ages 2.5-3 and 4-5How: Register Online or call 212.877.7171Cost: $90For more info: http://www.supersoccerstars.com
Tuesday, May 28 - “Family Friday Yoga and Veggie Night” at Charlotte's Place
Practice with your children in this family-focused yoga class! As kids discover the foundations of yoga, adults can sweat away their stresses from the week. We’ll share games, create art, sing songs, explore the breath, and connect with one another. This interactive class will lead us on make-believe adventures and into partner poses until we find our way to chill-out time. With age-appropriate yoga poses, we'll get our bodies moving and imaginations stirring.
Where: Charlotte’s Place, 109 Greenwich Street (rear of 74 Trinity Place), between Rector and Carlisle StreetsWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Family Friday Yoga and Veggie Night occurs the fourth Friday of every month.)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.trinitywallstreet.org
Wednesday, May 29 through Sunday, June 2 - World Science Festival
The 2013 World Science Festival has a wide range of events for all ages, culminating in the the all-day WSF Street Fair in Washington Square Park on Sunday. The Street Festival includes exhibits, experiments, games and shows.
Where: Varies by Event (Venues include Governors Island, Washington Square Park, and the American Museum of Natural History)When: Check the website for specific activity timesWho:All AgesCost: Varies by Event, but the Street Festival is FreeFor more info: http://worldsciencefestival.com
Thursday, May 30 - Little Red's Hood at Washington Square Park
Little Red’s Hood is a fresh retelling of the classic “Little Red Riding Hood” tale updated with a modern sensibility that will appeal to kids. The production features a dozen, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre.
When: 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.cityparksfoundation.org
Sunday, June 2 - Percussion People
Kids can make their own percussion instruments and play throughout the performance. Your child will take home their instrument at the end of the show.
Where: Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal St at Minetta LaneWhen: 11:00 AM (Instrument building workshop begins at 10:30am)Who: All AgesHow: Buy TicketsCost: $35For more info: http://theplayerstheatre.com/
Wednesday, June 5 - TK Book Club
Back by popular demand, Torly Kid is returning to it’s children’s book club! Read, discuss and learn with fun new books and projects that take kids on a journey through life, history and fantasy.
Where: Torly Kid, 51 Hudson StWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (The book club meets every 1st Wednesday of the month)Who: Recommended for ages 8-14.How: Just Show UpCost: $20 per child per monthFor more info: http://www.torlykid.com
Thursday, June 6 - Exerblast NYC Chancellor's Day Camp
Camp features a Super Blast with special guests and a variety of activities each day, including:
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-ExerBlast Zone Intensives
-Write and create the next adventure on Planet Botania
-Design your own ExerBlast game
-Field trip to Whole Foods and the local Farmer’s Markets
-Healthy Cooking Class
-Yoga & Meditation
-Xi Energy Point Goals and Rewards
Where: Exerblast, 100 Reade StWhen: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMWho: Ages 5-12Cost: $80/person per dayFor more info: http://www.exerblast.com/
Thursday, June 6 - TADA! School Break Camp: Summer Count Down
When school's out TADA! is in. Explore the world of acting, singing, and dancing in a special 1-day camp that focuses on core elements of Musical Theater and associated themes that includes theater games, comedic improv, and dramatic play. Come master cool dance moves and sing your heart out. Families are invited to watch the last 20 minutes of the day.
Where: TADA!, 15 W 28th StWhen: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Flexible drop-off 9:00 - 9:30 AM))Who: Grades 1 - 5How: Register NowCost: $100For more info: https://tadatheater.com/
Friday, June 7 - Parent's Night Out, Kid's Night In Pajama Party at Kidville (Union Square)
Project Playdate is a childcare service that specializes in private events and evening care. By taking on the night shift at participating play spaces, parents can enjoy NYC nightlife without having to worry about finding a babysitter who is consistently available on weekend evenings. These fun and educational pajama parties are run by professional nannies and include a healthy dinner, story time, arts and crafts, a dance party, games and songs, a featured film and more! And it gets better. Project Playdate donates all proceeds made to raise money for young mothers in need.
Where:Kidville, 67 E 11th St.When: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM (Occurs the First Friday of Every Month)Who: Ages 2-7How: Register OnlineCost: $45 for 1 child, $25 for each additional sibling (This includes dinner, activities, and three hours of fun!)For more info: http://www.projectplaydate.org/
Monday, July 1 through Friday, July 26 - Summer at Soul Arts
The most creative full-day summer experience for city kids! Summer at Soul Arts is an arts workshop with daily classes in dance, theater, fine art and more with world-class teachers. Every day has fun outdoor play as well as instructional swim twice a week and fun arts-based field trips all over the city. With snacks from sponsor Whole Foods, the children have healthy, action-packed, arts-filled, exciting, exhausting adventures, every day! For the price, it's the best deal and richest summer experience in town.
Where: Camp meets at 440 Lafayette St., NY NY 10003When: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 5 – 12Cost: $650/week (Four weeklong session, July 1 - 26, including the fourth of July!))For more info: Soul Arts Academy
Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 19 - NYICFF Film Camp
KIDS MAKE MOVIES! Sign up for NYICFF's one- and two-week filmmaking camps during the March, April and Summer School breaks. Classes are offered in a variety of animation and live action filmmaking techniques for ages 6 to 16. Students will conceive, storyboard, write, shoot, draw, model, create sets, and perform on camera to create a completed short film. Previous workshops have included Create-a-Cartoon, Multimedia Storytelling, Moviemaking Master Class, Rotoscope Animation, Claymation and more!
Where: P.S. 89 - 201 Warren Street, New York, NY 10282When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 6-16How: RegisterCost: $1100For more info: http://www.gkids.tv
At the Theater
Ongoing Kid Friendly Performances
- Where: Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway (at 47th St)
- Description: This is the classic musical about an adorable, redheaded orphan and her dog, Sandy.
- Who: Ages 4+
- Cost: $59-160
- Where: MMAC, 248 W. 60th Street (b/w Amsterdam and West End Ave.)
- Description: Adapted from the classic children's book series by Stan and Jan Berenstain, The Berenstain Bears LIVE! in Family Matters, the Musical brings everyone's favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience that kids as well as their parents will treasure for many years to come.
- When: Ongoing
- Who: All Ages
- Cost: $9.95 - 59.95
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella on Broadway
- Where: Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway at 53rd Street
- Description: A delightfully romantic and hilarious take on the ultimate makeover story features all the classic elements you remembe
- When: Previews begin Jan 25th
- Cost: $55-150
- Who: Ages 5+
The Firework Maker's Daughter
- Where: The New Victory Theater, 209 W 42nd St
- When: May 3 – 12, 2013
- Who: Ages 8+
- Description: A new chamber opera based on the novel by Philip Pullman, most recognized for His Dark Materials trilogy: Northern Lights (titled The Golden Compass in North America), The Subtle Knife and The Amber Spyglass. Adapted for the lyric stage by director John Fulljames, founder of The Opera Group and current Associate Director of Opera for The Royal Opera, The Firework Maker’s Daughter tells the story of a young girl named Lila and her quest to master Crackle Dragons, Leaping Monkeys and Golden Sneezes as a firework maker like her father.
- Cost: $9-25
The Fresh Beat Band
- Where: The Theater at MSG
- Description: Nickelodeon's The Fresh Beat Band - Kiki, Shout, Marina, and Twist - will perform hits from
- their live-action music series that teaches preschoolers about music appreciation and how to express their feelings through movement, song and instrumental music.
- Who: All Ages
- Cost: $40-65
- When: November 29-30th, 2013
New! The Girl who Forgot to Sing Badly
- Where: The New Victory Theater, 209 W 42nd St
- When: May 31, 2013–June 9, 2013
- Who: Ages 7+
- Description: Peggy and her parents are packers. They pack fruit into tins, foxes into boxes, even the longest word in the dictionary into a single breath. They pack a lot into every day. But, one day, when the phone stops ringing and the jobs stop coming, the real adventure begins.
- Cost: $25
- Where: Ailey Citigroup Theater, 405 W. 55th St. (Corner of 9th Ave.) New York, NY
- When: May 7 - May 19th at 11AM
- Who: Ages 0-6
- Description: Written and directed by Mara McEwin, this is the original performance of a newborn chick emerging from her shell at sunrise to a strange and busy world. Hatched is a beautiful tale, told through exquisite visuals, music, and the exploration of baby animals on the farm.
- Cost: $22
- Where: The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street NYC
- Description:A heart-breaking triangle, a heart-racing chase - a mystery unsolved for centuries - the Legend of Sleepy Hollow.
- Who: Ages 10+
- When: Saturdays at 5:30pm
- Cost: $35
- Where: 318 West 53rd Street, NY NY 10019
- Description: The cast of EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH presents hilarious interactive sketch and musical comedy totally improvised based on audience suggestions and participation.
- Who: All Ages
- When: Saturdays at 3PM
- Cost: $20 general admission plus one beverage minimum
- Where: Shubert Theatre, 225 W 44th St, New York
- Who: All Ages
- Description: Based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl, MATILDA is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life.
- Cost: $37-$147
- Where: The Triad Theatre, 158 West 72nd St
- Description: Trot and her Grandfather take an undersea adventure with the Mermaids! Reluctant at first, because they have always heard "no one ever saw a Mermaid and lived to tell the tale!" Experience the Mermaid Magic - Meet in person the hilarious King Anko, the villanious Zog, his slightly zany assistant Sacho, an underwater Goldsmith who saves the day with her street-wise, rap-style delivery, three Mermaid Princesses (the Optimist, the Pessimist & the Botanist) and the beautiful Queen Aquarine.
- Who: All Ages
- When: Saturdays at 3PM
- Cost: $20/child; $25/adult
- Where: 210 West 50th Street at Broadway
- Who: ages 3-10
- Description: Sammy Hamhock, a little pig, is excited to be on summer vacation and follow his Dad to work on Piggy Patrol, giving tickets for piggy behavior. But is his Dad being a piggy too?
- Cost: $30-60
- Where: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park (81st St and Central Park West)
- Description: Kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies and burglars, all while fending off social conventions that threaten to prevent her friends from being creative.
- When: Jan 15, 2013 - June 23rd, 2013
- Cost: $8 per adult/ $5 per child
- Where: Galli Theater, 347 W 36th St
- Description: The only thing the miller’s youngest son inherits is a simple cat. But no ordinary cat is he. He can talk. He’s witty. And he’s got big plans! Soon the miller’s son finds himself enjoying adventures, wealth and marriage to a beautiful princess.
- Who: All Ages
- Cost: $15/children, $20/adult
- Where: The New Victory Theater, 209 W 42nd St
- When: May 17- 26, 2013
- Who: Ages 6+
- Description: RHAW will feature three works by the versatile Dr. Rennie Harris: “Brother,” an emotional performance about less fortunate male figures in society who are often judged and condemned; “Three B Boys & A Girl,” a love story told through nontraditional break dancing vocabulary; and an excerpt from “Bohemian Rhapsody,” a dance musical featuring music by Queen, which tells a coming-of-age story about one young man’s search for love, identity and justice.
- Cost: $9-25
- Where: Foxwood Theatre, 213 W 42nd St
- When: On-going
- Description: Super-hero musical sure to thrill!
- Who: Ages 5+
- Cost: $69-115
- Where: Beacon Theater, 2124 Broadway New York, NY 10023
- Description:This awesome new show will feature new dance-inducing songs from Jack Antonoff of Fun., magical special effects, and a story that will make us all smile.
- When: May 2nd 2013
- Cost: $35-$55
- Where: Citi Field (Home of the New York Mets)
- Description: Cirque du Soleil - TOTEM: A fascinating journey into the evolution of mankind.
- When: Through May 12th, 2013
- Cost: $47 and Up
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