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Freckleface Strawberry the Musical
Delightful musical for children and parents too!
Freckleface Strawberry the Musical, now at New World Stages (340 West 50th St- between 8th and 9th Avenues), is a wonderful adaptation of Julianne Moore's children's book of the same name. The show runs 75 minutes and the music, dancing and fun will will appeal to young kids as well as their adult companions. We were invited to see the show on a Thursday evening and had many young children in our group. Despite the 7PM start they were mesmerized throughout the entire show. We were amazed that ...
Lucky Lil Darlings
Here to solve all of your babysitting needs!
Lucky L'il Darlings (LLD) was created by Lindsay Bell and Lindsey Goyne five years ago. Since then they have built one of the most reputable high-end, child-care services in the city. They even took their services to the Hamptons for weekends this past summer and will return again next year.
The sitters are carefully screened as are the families to ensure a perfect match. The sitters are well educated, energetic, experiences and have been through the FDNY CPR classes and emergency training. “What makes Lucky L’il Darlings special ...
Macaroni Weekend Picks
Plus many other amazing events going on all week!
Congratulations to Bella who won the tickets to see the Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin Show. Also Macaroni Kid readers, you can still purchase tickets to a Sunday or weekday performance for only $10 per ticket by calling 212-724-0677, the discount code is sbtpumpkin. (Unfortunately we were informed this evening that the 45 Bleeker Street Theatre was closed indefinitely due to a dispute with the landlord. They are hoping to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Check their website for updates and this site will be updated as more information becomes available!)
As I am sure many of you do, I try to squeeze as much as possible into my weekend. Last weekend started with an early morning family photo session with Lesley from Kensington Blue Photography. Meeting at 8 AM seemed like a great idea until that morning. My daughter was not in the mood to let anyone near her with a hair brush and the computer was way more appealing than 'handsome boy' clothes to my son. But once we got to the park things could not have gone better (though the hair situation was never resolved!). It was a beautiful day and my shy children suddenly became little models. Lesley was great with the kids running here and there to get the perfect shot...some posed, but countless candids and actions shots as well. Her mid-western personality put us all at ease. I can't wait to see the photos!
We also took a trip to the Queens County Farm Museum in Little Neck. You can pick pumpkins, take a hay ride, try to find your way through the corn maze and visit with the farm animals. This Saturday try the Maze By Moonlight - the maze is open until 9 PM. The Octoberfest BBQ is also this Saturday at 5 PM. You can purchase tickets online. It is amazing that this great outdoor adventure is so close!
Not sure what to do this weekend with the kids? If you are dog fan try the Javits Center for Meet the Breeds. Taste new foods at the Grub Street Food Festival at the Hester Street Fair. Get in the mood for Halloween at the Madison Square Kids Fest. As always there are too many great options and not enough time.
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October 13th through October 19th
Wednesday, October 13 through Sunday, October 31 - Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin A Halloween Take
CANCELED. The Shadow Box Theatre presents Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin, an original tale similar to the story of the ugly duckling. It is a story about someone different who finds acceptance. With comedy, compassion, and plenty of pumpkins, this Halloween story will soon have everyone singing along and rooting for Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin. Along with Lumpy Bumpy, we learn that everyone has a special talent – you just have to find it! The spirit and energy of our storyteller and guitarist help bring Farmer Joe’s pumpkin patch to life. The show includes a rousing Halloween Sing-Along.
Where: The Theatres at 45 Bleeker Street, 45 Bleeker St (corner of Lafayette & Bleeter Sts)When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Sunday performances are at 11 AM)Who: Ages 3-7How: Call (212) 724-0677Cost: $15 in advance ($20 at the door) $10 per ticket by calling 212-724-0677 with discount code sbtpumpkinFor more info: www.shadowboxtheatre.org
Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 17 - PASTA! A Pop Ups Puppet Musical
Get set for a high-energy live act involving live-drawing, dance-beats, colorful puppets, animals, trains, guitar riffs, mermaids, gardens, instruments, vegetables, sparkles, and rocking interactive dance numbers that catapult kids out of their seats guaranteeing a good time for everyone!
Where: SOHO PLAYHOUSE, 15 VANDAM STWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM (second show at 4 PM)Who: Ages 2+How: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $16For more info: http://thepopups.com
Friday, October 15 - Miss Nina Sings at Birch
Join Miss Nina for stories, singing and dancing. Your child will be on their feet jumping, dancing and singing along to Miss Nina original songs as well as some classics in the cozy library at Birch Coffee.
Where: Birch, 7 E 27th St (at the Gershwin Hotel)When: 4:00 PMWho: Ages 1-5How: Just Show UpCost: $5/childFor more info: Visit Miss Nina's website
Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 24 - Stinky Flowers and the Bad Banana
David A. Miller directs Croft Vaughn's multimedia fable about three siblings who retell their grandfather's eccentric fairytales in order to placate a mysterious horde—namely, the audience.
Where: UNDER St Marks, 94 St Marks Pl (between First Ave and Ave A)When: 8:00 PM (Sundays at 3pm)Who: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $18, $15 students/seniors, $10 for kidFor more info: http://www.wtetheatre.org/
Saturday, October 16 through Sunday, October 17 - Meet the Breeds
Meet the Breeds, hosted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) will return to the Jacob Javits Center in New York City on October 16th and 17th, 2010. Last year’s 36,000 attendees enjoyed 200 individually decorated official breed booths that allowed dog and cat lovers to interact with dogs, cats, puppies and kittens and learn about their history and unique attributes directly from the experts; 100 vendor booths offered every imaginable product for pets and their owners; and five ongoing demonstration rings featured law enforcement K9s, grooming, agility, obedience and an interactive ‘Cat Idol’ showcase and more.
Where: The Javits Center, 11th Avenue between 34th and 39th StreetWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Buy tickets online or at the showCost: Online Prices: Adult $12.00 each Child $8.00 each (Ages 12 and under). Tickets purchased online after October 15, 2010 and at the door are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Each ticket allows admittance for one day.For more info: http://www.akc.org/meet_the_breeds/
Saturday, October 16 - Grub Street Food Festival
For one day only, see how Grub Street comes to life at Hester Street Fair, with over 40 exclusive food vendors selected by Grub Street & New York Magazine. Hester Street Fair will be literally transformed into “Grub Street, USA” with picket fences and eating parks–come check out what we’ve done to the place!
Where: Hester Street Fair (corner of Hester & Essex Street)When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.hesterstreetfair.com/
Saturday, October 16 - PS 11 Fall Festival
Games, Arts & Crafts, Bouncy Castles, Face-Painting & Tattoos, Food, Bake Sale & Contest. PS 11 Merch and Raffles. Crafts in Chelsea (Fine Handmade Arts and Crafts for Sale by New York Metro Area Artisans)
Where: PS 11, 320 W 21st St (between 8th and 9th Aves)When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.ps11chelsea.org/
Saturday, October 16 - Cool Rainforest Connections
This performance features the intrepid Jungle Explorer and her puppet sidekick, Youcan the Toucan, an engaging audience participation poem, geography, and our play "The Adventures of Captain Cocoa." The audience joins our humorous superhero, Captain Cocoa, on an adventure to save the rainforest—only to discover it might be the average person who can really save the day.
Where: Jefferson Market Library, 425 Avenue of the AmericasWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 5-12 yearsHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nypl.org
Saturday, October 16 - Fall KIDS FEST at Madison Square Park
This FREE festival will feature Fall and Halloween-themed arts and craft activities, refreshments, live music, stage performances, a Halloween costume swap and costume parade and much more.
Where: Madison Square Park, Enter the park at 23rd street and Fifth Avenue.When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.madisonsquarepark.org
Saturday, October 16 - ABC Do-Re-Me! and Song & Beat Concert at the Playground
Come dance and sing at this concert on the Playground!
Where: Playgarden, 95 Franklin StWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 1-5How: RSVP with name and phone number to [email protected]Cost: Members Free; Non-Members $10 per familyFor more info: http://playgardennyc.com
Saturday, October 16 - Picture Book Bonanza at Books of Wonder
VINCENT KIRSCH will share The Two Little Boys from Toolittle Toys, a fun story about young brothers Rudy and Ridley Toolittle who are the official toy testers for the Toolittle Toy Company. ERICA S. PERL will present Dotty, a story about young Ida going off to her first day of school with a leash to keep her imaginary pet, Dotty, in tow. ARTIE BENNETT will introduce The Butt Book which highlights all kinds of butts – tall ones, shorts ones, round ones, mommy ones, dog ones, and many more – in clever rhymes that keep kids and adults giggling. Beginning at noon, these three authors and artists will read their books, take questions from the audience, and sign copies of all of their books
Where: Books of Wonder, 18 W 18th St (between 5th and 6th Aves)When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 4-8How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/
Saturday, October 16 - Key Wilde and Mr. Clarke
Original songs with funny, memorable characters, and music from their CD Rise and Shine. Plus kids can try catching (and releasing) fish in the Hudson starting at 10am.
Where: Robert F Wagner Park at Battery Place (between West Street and First Place)When: 12:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.bpcparks.org/; Listen to the music in advance at www.keywilde.com
Saturday, October 16 - "The Magic School Bus Comes to Town" at the Scholastic Store
The Magic School Bus is making its debut on Qubo Channel and The Scholastic Store is hosting a scientific-terrific celebration. Ms. Frizzle will be on hand to host story time with The Magic School Bus book favorites and take photos with kids. Kids will also get to see cool science demonstrations and win great prizes by spinning the Qubo Channel prize wheel! WAHOO!
Where: Scholastic Store, 557 Broadway b/w Prince and Spring StreetsWhen: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Ages 6+How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://store.scholastic.com/ or call (212) 343 - 6166. Events hotline (212) 343 - 6166 Option 4
Saturday, October 16 - PROJECT TRIO
Blurring the boundaries of classical music, PROJECT Trio is a passionate, high-energy chamber music ensemble comprised of three virtuosic composer/performers from Brooklyn, New York. Blending their classical training with an eclectic taste in musical styles, PROJECT Trio captivates audiences of all ages with genre-bending performances that combine classical repertoire with elements of hip-hop and popular music.
Where: NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place at Washington SquareWhen: 7:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets in AdvanceCost: $10-$15For more info: http://www.skirballcenter.nyu.edu/ or call 212-352-3101
Sunday, October 17 - BYOK at the 92Y|Tribeca featuring Billy Kelly
Billy Kelly is a guy with a guitar and shoes and a nose and a new CD called Thank You for Joining the Happy Club and a couch and other stuff. His songs are humorous as well as funny. Speaking of his songs, his song "People Really Like Milk" went to #1 on the SIRIUS/XM Satellite Radio channel "Kids Place Live!" . National Public Radio said that Billy has "an endearingly oddball since of humor," but sadly they did not say anything about his sense of smell, which is pretty good too. Billy Kelly and the Blahblahblahs’ live performances feature sing-alongs, dance-alongs, yell-alongs and snowman-alongs, among other types of “alongs” too numerous to enumerate here.
Where: 92YTribeca, 200 Hudson StreetWhen: 11:00 AM (Every Sunday until Dec 5th)Who: All AgesHow: Order tickets onlineCost: $15 for both kids and adults, children under 2-years-old free.For more info: http://www.92y.org or call 212.601.1000
Sunday, October 17 - 10th Annual Pickle Day
Pickle Day featured pickles from around the world, and around the corner. In addition to expanded selection of pickled fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, we want to hear from you, what you’re doing, and your relationship to the pickling industry.
Where: Parking lot on Ludlow and Broome StsWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nyfoodmuseum.org/
Sunday, October 17 - Ivan Ulz at the Bowery Poetry Club
Songs, stories, and games for kids with Ivan Ulz, the downtown folk family music icon. Ivan will be playing his Scholastic Book hit Fire Truck!
Where: Bowery Poetry Club, 308 Bowery (Between Bleecker and Houston Sts)When: 12:00 PMWho: Ages 18 months to 8 yearsHow: Just Show Up (Box office opens at 11am)Cost: $10For more info: http://www.bowerypoetry.com
Sunday, October 17 - Baby Loves Disco
Afternoon dance party with music by real djs so the whole family can get up an dance! Plus bubble machines, baskets of scarves and egg-shakers, a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles), diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks and dancing, LOTS of dancing.
Where: Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker StWhen: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 6 months to 7 yearsHow: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $20 per walking human, family 4 pack for $60For more info: http://www.babylovesdisco.com
Sunday, October 17 - Bubbles do Beatles at Joe's Pub
Don't miss this tribute band performing the Beatles' 1966 album in its entirety!
Where: Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette St between Astor PL and E 4th StWhen: 12:00 PM (second show at 2 PM)Who: All AgesHow: Call 212-967-7555 for reservations or purchase tickets onlineCost: $17, children under 13 $14For more info: www.joespub.com
Tuesday, October 19 - Family Party at the American Museum of Natural History
The Family Party features fascinating educational activities and spectacular entertainment, including a special performance by Laughing Pizza. Here’s a quick peek at what you can expect at this year’s party: “A Touch of Nature” with Jerry Zelenka; Let’s Dress Up; Cozy’s Cuts for Kids; Wacky Wendy and the Hat Factory; Dig for Dinosaurs at the Gobi Dig; Architots Blueprint Challenge; Kids in Sports; Education carts and crafts galore!
Where: American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th StreetWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Ages 2-12How: Purchase Tickets in AdvanceCost: $85 per child; $175 per adultFor more info: http://www.amnh.org/programs/specials/familyparty/
October 15th through October 21st
Friday, October 15 - Storytimes on Friday
McNally Jackson at 4pm for ages 0-2; Karma Kids at 3:00pm for ages 0-6; Ottendorfer Library at 10:30am, ages 0-3; Hamilton Fish Park Games at 3:30 for ages 5-12
Where: McNally Jackson, 52 Prince Street; Karma Kids, 104 W 14th St; Ottendorfer, 135 Second Avenue (near E. 8th St.); Hamilton Fish Park, 415 E Houston StWhen: n/aWho: 0-6How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://mcnallyjackson.com/; http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/; Ottendorfer; Hamilton Fish Park
Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 31 - Story Pirates' HallowWHOA!
Presented by Manhattan Youth and brought to you by Story Pirates, HalloWHOA! is a haunted house influenced by you and your kids! Will the wolfman howl at the moon and gnash his teeth, or will he pour everyone tea and tell a story about his grandma? And how will you ever get out of this room? It's up to you and your kids to solve puzzles that move you through the house and decide just how silly or spooky it should be!
Where: Downtown Community Center, 120 Warren St, between Greenwich and West Side HwyWhen: Weekends Only!Who: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $40-$100For more info: http://www.hallowhoa.com/
Friday, October 15 - Moving Through Art Family Program @ The Rubin Museum
Move your body to interpret lines and shapes. Translate visual art into imaginative poses, movement and sound.
Where: Rubin Museum, 150 W. 17th StreetWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Friday)Who: Ages 3-5How: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344Cost: $10 ($5 for members)For more info: www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000 x 344
Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 17 - 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.
artists. Visit the CMA website for upcoming workshop themes and age recommendations.
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 182 Lafayette (between Broome & Grande)When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Closed Monday & Tuesday)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
Saturday, October 16 - Storytimes on Saturday
McNally Jackson at 12pm for ages 3-7
Where: McNally Jackson, 52 Prince StWhen: n/aWho: Varies by locationHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: McNally Jackson
Saturday, October 16 - Manhattan Daffodil Project Bulb Distribution
The Daffodil Project, a partnership of New Yorkers for Parks and the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, is a living 9/11 memorial. Each fall hundreds of thousands of free daffodil bulbs, donated by B&K Flowerbulbs, are distributed to community groups who pledge to plant them in a public space. This coming spring four million daffodils will bloom across the city, thanks to this nine-year-old project which brings hope and revitalization to each borough.
Where: Greenmarket (in Union Square Park) at the Manager's TentWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nycgovparks.org/
Saturday, October 16 - KIDS: Sketching What You See with Emily Gibson
Artist Emily Gibson will lead an open workshop for all ages on sketching the High Line. Limited supplies will be provided.
Where: Chelsea Market Passage on the High LineWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: No RSVP requiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.thehighline.org/
Saturday, October 16 through Sunday, October 17 - Magic Brunch at Cercle Rouge
See Ragidy Supreme perform tricks while enjoying a casual bistro brunch
Where: Cercle Rouge, 241 West BroadwayWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)Who: All AgesHow: Call to make a reservationCost: Free with prix fixe brunch ($19.95) and there is a kids' menu with meals starting at $5For more info: http://www.cerclerougeresto.com/ or call (212_226-6252
Saturday, October 16 - Family Art Making - Mask makers' workshop
Get ready for Halloween inspired by the Himalayas. Build your own costumes, make your own masks or paint your face inspired by animal characters, deities.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W. 17th Street (between 6th & 7th Aves)When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Saturday Workshop)Who: Ages 6 and upHow: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344Cost: $10 ($5 for members)For more info: www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000
Sunday, October 17 - Storytimes on Sunday
Barnes & Noble Union Square at 2:30pm for all ages; Books of Wonder at 12pm for ages 0-7
Where: Barnes & Noble, 33 E. 17th St.; Books of Wonder, 18 W. 18th St.When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Barnes & Noble, (212) 253-0810; Books of Wonder, (212) 989-3270
Sunday, October 17 - Preservation Detectives at The Museum at Eldridge Street
Hunt for history in the 1887 Eldridge Street Synagogue in a fun-filled family program. Become a Preservation Detective and use a magnifying glass, binoculars and notepad, along with your ingenuity and imagination. Families will sleuth their way through our historic landmark and discover the past through interactive activities and art making. This month features Glass Magnified.
Where: Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge StreetWhen: 1:00 AM (Every Sunday)Who: Ages 5-10How: Purchase tickets at the Museum's gift shopCost: $15 per familyFor more info: http://www.eldridgestreet.org/ or call (212)219-0302
Sunday, October 17 - Kumon Open House - Battery Park City
Free food, games, prizes, activities, story hour, hand painting, giveaways and more.
Where: Kumon, 2 South End AveWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.kumon.com/battery-park-city
Monday, October 18 - Storytimes on Monday
Battery Park City Library at 4pm, ages 3-5; Ottendorfer at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 0-18months; Hamilton Fish Park: Write Now at 4pm, ages 5-12
Where: Battery Park City Library, 175 North End Avenue (at Murray Street); Ottendorfer 135 Second Avenue (near E. 8th St.); Hamilton Fish Park Library, 415 East Houston StWhen: Libraries are closed for Columbus DayWho: All agesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
Tuesday, October 19 - Everyone Gets a Song Workshop
Sing-alongs, storytelling, puppet shows and playtime. Using themes from kids’ own worlds as the source material, this class organically builds language skills and developmental connections.
Where: Moomah, 161 Hudson StreetWhen: Class day & time varies by ageWho: Infants (accompanied by caregiver)
Tuesdays: 11:30am-12:15pm
Wednesdays: 10:30am-11:15am
1 & 2 years (accompanied by caregiver)
Tuesdays: 9:30am-10:15am
Wednesdays: 9:30am-10:15am
3 & 4 years (caregiver welcomed)
Tuesdays: 2:45pm-3:30pm
mixed ages (caregiver welcomed)
Tuesdays: 10:30am-11:15amHow: Call 212-226-0345 to registerCost: $40/drop-inFor more info: www.moomah.com or call 212 226 0345
Tuesday, October 19 - 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: Under the Standard Hotel, between Gansevoort and 14th StreetsWhen: Telescopes will be set from dusk to 9:30PMWho: Ages 4 and upHow: No reservations requiredCost: FreeFor more info: In the event of rain, Stargazing will be cancelled. For updated information on weather-related changes, visit www.aaa.org
Tuesday, October 19 - Storytimes on Tuesday
Battery Park City Library at 11:30am, ages 0-18months; Epiphany Library at 11am, ages 18 months to 3 years; Ottendorfer Library at 4pm, ages 5-12; giggle at 4pm
Where: See Info BelowWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: BPC 175 North End Ave; Epiphany 228 E 23rd St; Ottendorfer 135 2nd Ave; giggle, 120 Wooster Street
Tuesday, October 19 - Stroller Boot Camp
Stroller Boot Camp provides a warm up, cardio, strength training, stretching and cool down. You’ll jog, race walk and participate in resistance exercises, such as squats, lunges and intense abdominal exercises that incorporate your child and their stroller.
Where: Battery Park City: meet at NW corner of Murray and River TerraceWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Parents with child in their strollerHow: Email [email protected] to register. Be sure to include all relevant information, and the classes you wish to attend. Remember, all selections are final.Cost: $30/classFor more info: http://www.mindovermatternyc.com/
Tuesday, October 19 - Paint a Yoga Mat with Yoga Fairy, Melissa Diaz
Join renowned artist, yoga mat designer, and children's yoga teacher, Melissa, who will help to inspire your child to create and design their very own original yoga mat that they can keep forever. Magical yoga class with the Yoga Fairy to follow.
Where: Karma Kids Yoga, 104 W. 14th Street b/w 6th and 7th AvenueWhen: 3:45 PM - 5:45 PMWho: Ages 5+How: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: $40 per child (includes brand new kids yoga mat - choose from pink, purple, lavender, orange, and light blue); $25 per child (bring your own mat)For more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
Wednesday, October 20 - Storytimes on Wednesday
Ottendorfer Library at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 1.5-3; Tompkins Square Library at 11, ages 1.5-3; Battery Park City Library at 10:30, ages 1.5-3; Hamilton Fish Park at 4pm, ages 5-12
Where: See Info BelowWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Ottendorfer, 135 2nd Ave.; Tompkins Square, 331 E. 10th St. at Ave B; Battery Park City; Hamilton Fish Park, 415 E Houston St
Wednesday, October 20 through Friday, October 22 - Wee-Arts at the Children's Museum of the Arts
This popular program develops a young child's familiarity with art-making materials, including playdough, paints, glue and a variety of drawing tools. Wee-Arts encourages the process of experimentation, exploration and creative thinking. Music and story time with singing and drumming concludes each session.
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 182 Lafayette Street between Broome and GrandWhen: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 10 months to 3 1/2 yearsHow: Just show upCost: $22 per family (group of 3)For more info: www.cmany.org or (212) 274-0986
Wednesday, October 20 - Mini Mates Toddler Play Group
Stories, arts and crafts, music and free play provide an interactive and engaging time for your child.
Where: South Street Seaport Museum; 12 Fulton Street, 5th FloorWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Every Wednesday)Who: Ages 18 months to 3 years oldHow: Call (212) 748-8786 for more informationCost: Subscription charge per month: $50.00/child
Single day rate: $15.00/child
Member rate: $25.00/child per monthFor more info: http://www.seany.org/
Wednesday, October 20 - Little Explorers Club: Travel the World Together!
Children explore a new terrain each month, from the tops of the tallest mountains to the depths of the seas. The Little Explorers pack their bags, share stories, inspect artworks, and create crafts from around the globe.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17 Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 3-5, accompanied by an adultHow: Call 212.620.5000 x274 to pre-registerCost: $10 /$5 (members)For more info: http://www.rmanyc.org/
Thursday, October 21 - Storytimes on Thursday
Epiphany Branch at 11, ages 0-18 months; Ottendorfer at 4, ages 3-6; Kumon at 11 & 1, ages 2-6(last Thurs of each month only); Strand Bookstore at 3:30, all ages
Where: See Info BelowWhen: Recurring WeeklyWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Epiphany Branch Library, 228 E. 23rd St; Ottendorfer Library, 135 2nd Ave. at 8th St.; Kumon, 2 South End Ave; Strand Book Store, 822 Broadway
Thursday, October 21 - Tiny Poets Time at Poets House
Tots will take part in a variety of activities such as listening to readings, participating in sing-alongs and watching puppet shows—all of which will incorporate lessons on poetry and rhyme
Where: Poets House, 10 River Terrace (at Murray St)When: 10:00 AMWho: Ages 1-4How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://poetshouse.org
Thursday, October 21 - 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/
October 22nd through November 20th
Friday, October 22 - Pajama Yoga at Karma Kids
Kids should wear their pajamas to this special Friday night class! We'll take a fantastical yoga adventure, then a story and yummy smelling foot rubs. Milk and cookies will be served after the class, then sweet dreams to follow! What a great way to end a tough week at school.
Where: Karma Kids, 104 W 14th StWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 4-6How: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: $20 per childFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
Saturday, October 23 - Halloween Party at the Police Museum
Children and their families enjoy a howling good time at The New York City Police Museum’s annual Halloween Party. Take part in various fun, spooky Halloween activities while learning how to stay safe while trick-or-treating. Activities also include a haunted house and a gooey activity.
Where: NYC Police Museum, 100 Old SlipWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free with admissionFor more info: www.nycpolicemuseum.org
Saturday, October 23 - Urban Foodies: S'Mac Macaroni & Cheese
Urban Foodies will be saying "cheese!" after this class! Join Cupcake Kids for a tour of S'MAC (short for Sarita's Macaroni & Cheese) and 101 on all things Mac & Cheese. The class will be led by the owner, Sarita. You will be treated to a kitchen tour and learn about S'MAC's most popular varieties of this timeless favorite. At the end of the class everyone will have a chance to create their own personal Mac & Cheese is the S'MAC kitchen and eat it for lunch!
Where: S'MAC, 345 East 12th StreetWhen: 9:45 AM - 11:00 AMWho: 9-13 yrsHow: Registration RequiredCost: $65For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
Saturday, October 23 - ARCHIKIDS at the Skyscraper Museum
Alongside architect Yves Roger, kids will explore skyscraper architecture and work on a hands-on building project which they can bring home. As they work, they will be surrounded by images, vintage film and models of actual skyscrapers of the past, present, and future.
Where: The Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery PlaceWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 9-13How: Registration is required by Friday, Oct 22nd by 5PM by emailing [email protected] or calling 212-945-6324.Cost: Suggested donation - $5For more info: http://www.skyscraper.org or call (212) 968- 1961
Saturday, October 23 - NIGHTMARE: SUPERSTITIONS Haunted House
This normally scary haunted house will be open two mornings just for children. Lights will be on and there will be clown, jugglers and other performers to make this "haunted house" fun for the entire family
Where: NOHO Event Center, 623 Broadway at Houston (enter on Mercer Street)When: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM (also on 10/30)Who: Ages 2-8How: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $12 per person (both kids and adults); kids under 2 are freeFor more info: http://www.hauntedhousenyc.com/
Saturday, October 23 - Poetry for Children: The Monsterologist with Bobbi Katz
"Ghostwriter" Bobbi Katz shares hair-raising poems from her new book The Monsterologist: A Memoir in Rhyme, the spooky account of a man who devotes his life to the study of monsters. After reading from this "Who's Who of Monsterhood" (Paul Janeczko), Katz guides children in writing their own monstrous verse.
Where: Poet House, 10 River Terrace (at Murray St)When: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 4-10How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://poetshouse.org
Saturday, October 23 - SteveSongs at Tribeca PAC
Steve Roslonek of SteveSongs has been performing original music for families for over a decade. He also appears daily on PBS KIDS as the lovable music teacher, Mr. Steve.
Where: BMCC Tribeca PAC, 199 Chambers StreetWhen: 1:30 PMWho: Ages 2-10How: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $25For more info: http://www.tribecapac.org
Sunday, October 24 - Jazz for Kids with Amy Cervini
Play percussion instruments, listen to kid-friendly jazz songs and learn about jazz.
Where: 55 Bar at 55 Christopher Street (at 7th Ave)When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 2-8How: Just show upCost: $5 per personFor more info: http://www.amycervini.com/jazz-for-kids
Sunday, October 24 - Halloween Treats with Crickets
Join Creative Kitchen chef and children's cooking expert Cricket Azima to cook fun Halloween pumpkin fritters and create candy crafts. Adult participation required.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th St (between 6th & 7th Ave)When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 2-4How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $30 per childFor more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php
Sunday, October 24 - Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band at City Treehouse
Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band are coming to City Treehouse - just in time for Halloween! Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for a not-so-spooky musical celebration.
The Up Past Bedtime Band are terrifically talented New York City musicians who can usually be found up well past bedtime playing in many of NYC’s top venues. Together they create a fabulous family concert featuring funky drumming, groovy harmonica riffs and silly songs.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A West 20th Street, between 6th & 7th AvenuesWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $20 per child ($25 at the door) all agesFor more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
Monday, October 25 - Ice Theatre of New York 25th Anniversary Gala
Olympic Champion Sarah Hughes and US National Champion Johnny Weir will join Ice Theatre of New York (ITNY), the nation’s premier ice dance company, in honoring Olympic Champion Dorothy Hamill at its 25thanniversary Benefit Gala and Performance.
Where: Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers, 61 Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 @ 23rd St & Hudson RiverWhen: 7:00 PMWho: All Ages; Special Meet & Greet program for children ages 5-16Cost: $25 and up; Meet and Greet: $75/childFor more info: http://www.icetheatre.org/; Call 212-929-5811 or email [email protected]
Wednesday, October 27 - Moms Spa Night Out!
Get pampered by a team of Aveda beauty experts offering a variety of beauty & spa treatments. Unwind with delicious hors d'oeuvres, wine & drinks. Speak with expert stylist Darcey Howard about easy-to-implement ideas on adding some excitement to your wardrobe. Meet tons of fabulous NYC moms. All in the beautiful EILEEN FISHER store in Soho. Finally a night where it is all about you! Don't miss out on the biggest Urban Mom Squad event yet!
Where: EILEEN FISHER 395 West Broadway (Between Spring St. And Broome St.)When: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Moms OnlyHow: Buy Tickets Now - they are selling fastCost: $30For more info: http://urbangirlsquad.com/site/momsevents.php
Thursday, October 28 - Manhattan Recreations's Annual Halloween Party
Put on your favorite costume and come on down to Hamilton Fish Recreation Center for the scariest party in town! We will have halloween-themed arts & crafts, games, prizes, treats and more!
Where: Hamilton Fish Rec Center, 128 Pitt StreetWhen: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nycgovparks.org/
Friday, October 29 - Halloween Story Time with John Tartaglia and ImaginOcean
Join Tony-Award nominee John Tartaglia for a very special Halloween StoryTime at Karma Kids Yoga. He will be reading stories while some of his fish friends from ImaginOcean will be joining the class in using their imaginations and doing various yoga poses. Both John and the characters from ImaginOcean will be available for a meet and greet after StoryTime as well. John starred in the acclaimed musical Avenue Q, appeared on Broadway in Shrek The Musical and in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, and created and starred in The Playhouse Disney series, "Johnny and the Sprites."
Where: Karma Kids, 104 W 14th St between 6th & 7th AvenuesWhen: 3:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com
Saturday, October 30 through Sunday, October 31 - Halloweeen Scary Snacks at TasteBuds
A spooky cooking extravaganza! Kids will whip up Graveyard Dirt Cake and Creepy Crawly Spider Pretzels. Wear your costume!
Where: TasteBuds, 109 W 27th StWhen: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (9:30-10:30am for ages 5-8;10:45-11:45am for ages 2-4)Who: Ages 2-4 yrs with caregiver at 10:45; Ages 5-8 drop off at 9:30amHow: Register OnlineCost: $55For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
Saturday, October 30 through Sunday, October 31 - Hester Street Fair
Stop by on Halloween for pumpkin carving and free treates!
Where: Hester St at Essex St.When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Open every Saturday and Sunday April- December)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.hesterstreetfair.com/
Saturday, October 30 - Little Superstars
TONY Nominee Barry Keating's video workshop for dramatically gifted children (yours!). This 90 minute workshop incorporates theatre games, improvs, interviews costume fun, music, songs, comedy and puppets. Video of the performances will be edited into a fabulous, super-fun dvd for each participant to share with family and friends. Give your child a taste of SuperStardom in this cutting edge, imaginative experience.
Where: City Treehouse; 129A W 20th Street, between 6th and 7th AvenuesWhen: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 3 to 8How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected] Space is limited!Cost: $50 in advance ($25 siblings) ($55 ($30) at the door)For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php
Saturday, October 30 - World Financial Center Hounted House
Join artist-educators for mask and costume making with funky recycled and repurposed materials, compete with other witches and warlocks in “Put a Spider in the Brew”, “Bowling for Ghosts” and a twist on the traditional “Bobbing for Apples,” and enjoy organic and fair-trade candy treats. Exchange last year¹s costume for a new one at the Costume Swap. Mini parades led by the Hungry March Band will take place on the Plaza at 1, 2 and 3pm, and the day ends with a Ghosts & Goblins Parade to Poets House for a reading of spooky poems & seasonal snacks.
Where: World Financial Center Winter GardenWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.artsworldfinancialcenter.com/
Saturday, October 30 - Day of the Dead
Enjoy a fun filled day for the entire family including hands-on workshops, storytelling with the Colorado Sisters and Michael Heralda, and dance performances by Cetilitzli Nauhcampa (Mexica).
Where: American Indian Museum Heye Center, One Bowling GreenWhen: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nmai.si.edu/
Saturday, October 30 - Tribeca Halloween Parade & Concert Starring Princess Katie & Racer Steve
It's the ultimate Halloween event for kids in New York City! We're promising a monstrously good time for all! Rockers, Princess Katie & Racer Steve lead the Halloween Parade down Greenwich Street and then perform a Halloween-themed concert for kids with a big surprise! This concert is outdoors and is free. They'll be pony rides, arts and crafts and a lot more!
Where: Washington Market Park - Greenwich & Chambers StreetsWhen: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Http://www.princessracer.com
Saturday, October 30 - The Ghosts of Greenwich Village Family Scavenger Hunt
Kids and adults work together to uncover the stories of creepy places and the ghosts that have haunted them. Starring secret cemeteries, looming skeletons, the haunted homes of Edgar Allen Poe and Mark Twain, bats on a building, Dickensian door knockers, Harry Potter’s nemesis and a gorilla in a window.
Where: Washington Square ParkWhen: 3:30 PMWho: Ages 7+ accompanied by an adultHow: Register in AdvanceCost: Ages 7 to 17 $18.00; Adult $22.00For more info: http://watsonadventures.com/
Saturday, October 30 - Halloween Crafts & Storytime at City Treehouse
Drop in anytime between 11a and 1p to make some holiday crafts, enjoy a few Halloween stories and show off your costume. Halloween treats for every visitor!
Where: City Treehouse, 129A West 20th Street, between 6th & 7th AvenuesWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: FREE with paid play area visit, all agesFor more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
Saturday, October 30 - Scholastic's Halloween Extravaganza
Tricks, treats and fun for the entire family. Come in costume and have your picture taken with Clifford, Geronimo Stilton and Ms. Frizzle
Where: The Scholastic Store Greenhouse, 557 BroadwayWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Register OnlineCost: $15, and you receive a $5 coupon to Shop n The Scholastic StoreFor more info: http://www.scholastic.com/
Sunday, October 31 - Halloween Kidz Karnival
Come celebrate Halloween with the whole family at t Hudson River Park’s 2nd annual Halloween Kidz Karnival! Hudson River Park’s Pier 46 transforms into “Halloween Central” with fun-filled attractions including face painting, mask decorating, wax hands, cotton candy, rides and more that will keep you in the Halloween spirit all day long. In addition to these spooktacular activities,
The Striking Viking Story Pirates will perform Halloween-themed improv shows for children and adults of all ages throughout the day.
The Striking Viking Story Pirates will perform Halloween-themed improv shows for children and adults of all ages throughout the day.
Where: Hudson River Park’s Pier 46When: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Ages 3–12 yearsHow: Just Show upCost: Some activities are free and select activities will cost $2.For more info: http://www.hudsonriverpark.org/
Sunday, October 31 - Halloween Hi-Jinks on the High Line
Join puppet master Ralph Lee for spooky head dress-making, devil-may-care dancing, and trick-or-treat bag decorating. Come in costume and dance to the live music by Cleek Schrey & the High Line Dance Band.
Where: Chelsea Market Passage on the High LineWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.thehighline.org/
Sunday, October 31 - Halloween Festival & Parade at Citytreehouse
Come in costume to celebrate with friends. Guests will enjoy dancing, play games, win prizes and more! Get your face painted and strut your stuff in our trick-or-treat parade!
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th St (between 6th & 7th Ave)When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Ages 2-7 yearsHow: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $25 in advance ($30 at the door)For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com
Saturday, November 6 - Cupcake Kids Class
Make tasty Pumpkin Cupcakes! You will get creative with fondant... shaping it into fall leaves for decoration! A great class for chefs that want to learn extra special techniques!
Where: Taste Buds (formerly Cupcake Kids!), 109 West 27th Street, 10th floor (btw 6th & 7th avenues)When: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (2-4 yrs at 9:30am; 5-9 yrs at 10:45am)Who: 2-4 yrs at 9:30am with caregiver; 5-9 yrs at 10:45am drop-offHow: Register OnlineCost: $50For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com or call 212-242-2248
Sunday, November 14 - Ideya SalsaBaby Brunch
Join Jose Conde and Band for some great music that will get your little ones up on their feet and dancing while you enjoy a delicious Latin brunch. A great event for the whole family!
Where: Ideya Latin Bistro, 349 W Broadway between Broome and GrandeWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Call for Reservations: (212)625-1441Cost: Free with an a la carte brunch; Kids menu availableFor more info: http://www.ideya.net/ or call (212)625-1441
Saturday, November 20 - Harold and the Purple Crayone at TribecaPAC
Based on the book series by Crockett Johnson, following the zany adventures of the inventive young boy. Using all the elements of its signature style, which combines life-size puppets, masks, magic and music, Enchantment Theatre Company's production will delight and amaze you.
Where: TribecaPAC, 199 Chambers StreetWhen: 1:30 PMWho: Ages 4+How: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $25For more info: http://www.tribecapac.org/
At the Theater
Ongoing Kid Friendly Performances
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
Description:Tony Award–nominated actor John Tartaglia has charmed kids in Sesame Street, Johnny and the Sprites and Shrek the Musical, and made adults laugh as the original Princeton in Avenue Q. His new venture is a one-hour family musical that follows a group of fish on a hunt for underwater treasures. Along the way the friends encounter "jiving jellyfish," "a strong-willed sea horse" and "lovable Leonard the Octopus." Special effects, like an ocean floor created with black lights, will have young sea urchins swooning.
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: $39
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
Description: This ode to soap was created by Fan Yang, 16-time Guinness record holder for blowing the biggest soap bubble, and it features the full spectrum of his artistry. This program includes magic, lighting effects and…bubbles: giant bubbles, walls of bubbles, bubbles within bubbles. If you have any little Pigpens running around, perhaps this show will convey soap’s allure.
Who: Ages 5 and up.
Cost: $39.50–$64.50
Where: Bleeker Street Theatre, 45 Bleeker Street
Description: A tot obsessed with eating pink cupcakes finds herself turning her favorite rosy hue (which still beats the stuffing out of getting fat) in this musical with book and lyrics by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann and music by John Gregor. Teresa K. Pond directs.
Who: All ages.
Cost: $29.50
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
Description: Now in the brand new family musical, Freckleface Strawberry, based on the beloved New York Times Best Selling book by celebrated actress Julianne Moore, you and your family can step inside the book's pages with Freckleface and friends as they learn to love the skin they're in.
Who: All Ages
Cost: Tickets from $39
Where: 45 Bleecker St. (Bleecker Street Theater)
Description: The Quantum Eye is Sam Eaton's entertaining and fascinating exploration of mentalism, magic, perception and deception, where extraordinary ability and gentle humor blend with the audience to make for a different performance every time. Join Sam on a journey past the limits of possibility in a show you will never forget.
Who: Ages 8+
Cost: $47-77
Where: Galli Theater, 38 West 38th St, 3rd Floor
Description: In this movement inspired fun adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale both children and adults will be delighted by the silly antics of the princess, the king and a very animated frog. The frog engages the audience in fun interaction until he is finally changed into a prince to everyone’s delight. This play while quite humorous leaves audiences spellbound by the life lessens it reveals
Who: All ages.
When: Sept 4-26; Sat & Sun at 3pm
Cost: Adults $20, Children (2-17 years) $15
“Angelina Ballerina The Musical”
Where: Vital Theatre Company, 2162 Broadway at 76th Street, 4th Floor
Description:Everyone’s favorite mouse ballerina Angelina and all of her friends make the big jump from the television screen (on the PBS Kids series “Angelina Ballerina: The Next Steps”) to the stage in this musical production. Starting October 2, Angelina and the gang will hip-hop, modern dance, Irish jig and of course, ballet across the stage, and have audience members dancing in their seats.
Who: Ages 3 to 12
When: Oct 2nd - Jan 2nd Saturdays & Sundays at 11am & 1pm (Special Added Performances: Monday 10/11, Tuesday 11/2, Thursday 11/11, Friday 11/26, Friday 12/24, Monday 12/27, Tuesday 12/28, Wednesday 12/29 & Thursday 12/30)
Cost: $29.50; PREMIUM - $49.50 (first three rows)
Where: New Victory Theater, 209 W 42nd St
Description: ZOOZOO mashes up acrobatic artistry, costume genius and fantastical imagery in a gleeful theater experience. Polar bears parade past, bugs breeze by and penguins play a risky round of musical chairs in a series of vignettes that overflow with humor, heart and ingenuity. Wizards of light, music, clay, cloth and paper maché, Imago Theatre bends the laws of nature to create illusions of impossible feats.
Who: All Ages
When: Oct 15th to 24h
Cost: $20
When: New 42nd Street Studio building at 229 W. 42nd Street, down from The New Victory Theater
Description: Come join Percy and April in their comfy, cozy circle where you’ll celebrate the delights of nature together in this soft and squishy interactive adventure. Peek-a-boo puddles, fluffy snowflakes, cherry blossoms bursting into full bloom and other splendiferous surprises bring the seasons to life. Gently chirping birds and drippy-droppy rain sounds add to the ambiance, and give way to a butterfly dance party and a rock ‘n' roll lullaby. Share the wonder as the egg finally hatches and Birdie emerges to greet the world. What a magical way to spend time with your own little chickadee!
When: Nov 2nd to 21st
Who: Ages 2-5
Cost $20
The Big Apple Circus: Dance On!
Where: Lincoln Center/Damrosch Park ,62nd street between Columbus & Amsterdam Aves
Description: The World’s Greatest Circus artists swing into action in the spotlight under our intimate Big Top, where no seat is more than 50 feet from the ring! Invited to the dance: an awesome troupe of monocyclists and lasso twirlers from China! A mind–bending group of Mongolian contortionists! A kinetic collection of Kenyan athletes who shimmy up a pole as though gravity were a joke! A herd of hoofers — twelve miniature horses in an equine chorus line! And an Ethiopian juggler with a lively up–tempo act that’s hard to beat! Your Host is our charming and charismatic Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, aided with antic abandon by star clowns Rob Torres and of course, our leggy, lovable laugh–riot Grandma!
When: Oct 21 - Jan 09, 2011
Who: All ages.
Cost: $25-$92
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Where: Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, between W. 50th St. and W. 51st St.
Description: Best Holiday Show for over 75 Years! Features the Rockettes.
When: First show is Friday, November 5
Who: All ages.
Cost: $45 a ticket
Where: Minetta LaneTheatre, 18 Minetta Lane
Description: The eternally youthful, Obie Award–winning comedy jugglers keep a number of balls in the air—music, jokes and theatrical lunacy—with another anarchic production about the human condition—dumbed-down enough for a family-filled audience.
Who: Ages 4 and up.
Cost: $25-$60
Equal Exchange Fundraising
October is Fair Trade Month
We’ve all seen kids selling big name-brand candy for their school fundraisers and it raises a host of issues. Where does the candy come from? Is it healthy? Who benefits?
And in honor of Fair Trade Month this month, we’ve found a solution that has the right answers to all those questions, Equal Exchange and their fundraising programs. Equal Exchange sells chocolate, tea, coffee, nuts & berries, and more, and all their products are produced and sold on a “Fair Trade” model. That is one that brings the farmer ...
Gifted & Talented Information Available
For those of you interested in the Gifted & Talented program the information in now available on the Department of Education website. The site provides information about the information sessions (Oct 18th-Nov 9th), submitting your Request for Testing (deadline is Nov 17th) and this years handbook.
Macaroni Parties!
Top Tips for Planning a Winning Halloween Party
Fall is here and as the last days of summer fade away completely, our little ones’ minds have officially turned from new backpacks and pointy pencils to that all important question—what will they be for Halloween?
Parents know that it takes more than a great costume to make Halloween a true success, especially if you opt for a Halloween party instead of the traditional trick-or-treating. So here are some of our top tips for making this year’s celebration spooky, sweet and sinfully stress-free:
1) Select an appropriate theme ...
Parents know that it takes more than a great costume to make Halloween a true success, especially if you opt for a Halloween party instead of the traditional trick-or-treating. So here are some of our top tips for making this year’s celebration spooky, sweet and sinfully stress-free:
1) Select an appropriate theme ...
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