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Whether you are traveling over Thanksgiving or taking the time off to explore the city with the kids consider visiting some of the other Macaroni Kid sites to find some great family friendly events.
Macaroni Kid was founded by two moms in 2008 who realized that parents need one reliable source for finding the best family-friendly activities close to home. It all started with Macaroni Kid in the Hamptons, but there are now Macaroni Kid sites coast-to-coast including an East Side and a West Side one right here in Manhattan. On the National site you can select a state and town to try to find a Macaroni Kid site for your travel destination. There are also links to some of the other wonderful Macaroni Kid National sites including one devoted to food, Macaroni Kid EATS! and a Family Travel newsletter. Add checking out the local Macaroni Kid site to your to-do list whenever you travel!
When deciding what do do this weekend consider stopping by the Tribeca Barnes & Noble for a special event sponsored by Arts for All or Junior Detective Day at the NY Police Museum. Plan ahead and buy tickets now to see the Harold and The Purple Crayon at TribecaPAC.
A Macaroni Kid favorite destination is City Treehouse in Chelsea. It is a great place to let the kids run around during free play, plus they offer a variety of special events for both parents and kids including a New Moms Support Group by babybites starting on Jan 10th (you must register by Dec 1st). Check out City Treehouse's great deal on Gaggle of Chicks - only $49 for a playdate for 10, available for purchase through Sunday and perfect for a cold winter day! As a bonus for a limited time anyone who signs up at GaggleofChicks.com will be automatically entered to win a $250 credit!
Before you start your holiday shopping read this week's toy reviews about two exciting toys that will educate and challenge your child. For children six and up the Perplexus will be hard to put down. Kids four and up will be entertained by the Tag Map Pack an interactive way to teach children about geography and map skills.
Finally...Congratulations to Sarah W. the winner of last week's Oxo Tots giveaway!
Look for the Macaroni Kid newsletter in your inbox on Wednesday next week.
Have a great week!
Perplexus
Perplexus by PlaSmart Inc is a challenging, 3-dimensional maze game in a transparent sphere. It is recommended for ages 6 and up and is truly addictive for all ages. The goal is to maneuver a small marble around the barriers following the numbers by shifting, flipping and twisting the ball. It can be frustrating at times, but that is part of the fun. There are three increasingly more difficult starting points. Once you have mastered a level you can try to beat your best time or someone else. But masting ...
Tag Interactive Maps
I am a big fan of LeapFrog and their wide array of educational toys. My children learned how to use the computer at an early age and love gadgets just like their Dad. So as their mom and the primary shopper in the family I try to look for gadgets that incorporate learning. We all love the LeapFrog Tag Reading System which is recommended for ages 4-8 but even my 3 year old can manage it.
The Tag Reader says the words of a story as your child touches the ...
“Pinkalicious” and “Angelina Ballerina” Giveaways
Enter to win a pair of tickets to one of these delightful shows!
The Vital Theatre Company has put together two adorable productions that are sure to thrill any young girl. In the past couple of weeks I took my children to see both "Pinkalicious The Musical" and "Angelina Ballerina The Musical". We enjoyed both of them immensely. Of course my 3 year old daughter could not stop talking about the shows when she found out we were going and I had no doubt she would enjoy the shows. My son on the other hand was not an enthusiastic attendee.
“Pinkalicious” is in ...
November 19th through November 23rd
Friday, November 19 through Sunday, November 21 - Sing Alongs with Captain Robin and Mr. Pinkerton at Barnes & Noble
Stop by for a very special storytime sponsored by Arts for All. They will have Music Time with Captain Robin and her hot pink guitar, Arts for All artists will present their favorite stories, and Mask Making!
Where: Barnes & Noble Tribeca, 97 Warren StWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 3+How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/ or call 212-587-5389
Friday, November 19 - 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, November 19 - 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 St between 6th & 7th AvenuesWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 4 - 6How: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: $20/childFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com
Saturday, November 20 - 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, November 19t 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, November 20 - Junior Detective Day at the Police Museum
Children are invited to solve a mystery at the museum. Using Crime Scene Investigation techniques, ‘chemistry’ and observation experiments like fingerprinting.
Where: NYC Police Museum, 100 Old SlipWhen: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 5-14How: Just Show UpCost: Free with admissionFor more info: www.nycpolicemuseum.org
Saturday, November 20 - Pop-Up Celebration at Books of Wonder
NY Times best-selling author ROBERT SABUDA will present Beauty and the Beast, a magical edition of the beloved fairy tale that bursts to life in eye-popping stain-glass style illustrations. NY Times best-selling author MATTHEW VAN FLEET will introduce Heads, a marvelously playful and instructive look at the heads of many different animals. CHUCK FISCHER will share his inspired retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol. BRUCE FOSTER will bewitch us with Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Book. SAM ITA will invite us into the world of Mary Shelley’s chilling classic in his fantastic Frankenstein: A Pop-Up Book. And PAMELA PEASE will delight us with her colorful look at Macy’s On Parade: A Pop-up Book.
Where: Books of Wonder, 18 W 18th St (between 5th and 6th Aves)When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 4+How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/
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/
Saturday, November 20 - Clifford's Thanksgiving Celebration! at The Scholastic Store
Clifford the Big Red Dog is coming to The Scholastic Store to celebrate Thanksgiving with all his friends and fans! Kids and parents can take photos with the Big Red Dog, hear fun Thanksgiving stories and sample kid-friendly recipes direct from the pages of Scholastic’s Parent & Child magazine!
Where: Scholastic Store, 557 Broadway b/w Prince and Spring StreetsWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3+How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://store.scholastic.com/ or call (212) 343 - 6166. Events hotline (212) 343 - 6166 Option 4
Saturday, November 20 - Publication Party: I Miss You Mouse at Books of Wonder
Stop by for a publication party for award-winning author/artist GREG FOLEY’s new book, I Miss You Mouse. This is the latest in the charming picture book series about best friends Bear and Mouse. Mouse has something very important to tell Bear, but she can’t seem to find her friend. So she starts to look for him. Is he up the tree with Monkey? Is he in the tall grass with Bunny? Is he under the leaves with Fox? Will Mouse ever find Bear and deliver her very important message?
Where: Book of Wonder, 18 W 18th StreetWhen: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/ or call 212-989-3270
Sunday, November 21 - Baby Got Bach: Classical Kids at LPR
This is the first in the series of Baby Got Bach: Classical Kids at LPR. Children will have the opportunity to play real instruments plus enjoy a on stage listening tour. The event is curated by the pianist Orli Shaham with assistance from Three Little Birds Music.
Where: Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleeker St.When: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 3-6How: Click here to purchase ticketsCost: Adults: $15 / Children: $10 / Family (up to 2 children & 2 adults): $35For more info: http://lepoissonrouge.com/
Sunday, November 21 - BYOK at the 92Y|Tribeca featuring Jeremy Plays Guitar
Jeremy loves to play guitar. He loves it so much that he takes it with him everywhere and sleeps with it at night. He is so awesome at playing guitar that he was recently inducted into the Super Guitar Shredders of the Universe Club.
Jeremy Plays Guitar is a high-energy, fun kid's band with music that secretly gives kids words to navigate their world. Led by award-winning guitarist Jeremy Zmuda, Jeremy Plays Guitar really speaks to kids while jumping, dancing, singing, and yes, playing guitar! From songs about taking the subway or catching a taxi to taking turns and making mistakes, Jeremy Plays Guitar will have kids and grownups playing along.
Jeremy Plays Guitar is a high-energy, fun kid's band with music that secretly gives kids words to navigate their world. Led by award-winning guitarist Jeremy Zmuda, Jeremy Plays Guitar really speaks to kids while jumping, dancing, singing, and yes, playing guitar! From songs about taking the subway or catching a taxi to taking turns and making mistakes, Jeremy Plays Guitar will have kids and grownups playing along.
Where: 92YTribeca, 200 Hudson StreetWhen: 11:00 AM (Every Sunday until Dec 5th)Who: All AgesCost: $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, November 21 - Taikoza! at Bowery Poetry Club
Families experience the electrifying rhythms of Japan with an amazing array of ancestral Taiko drums! Taikoza features acrobatic drumming, soothing bamboo flutes, and joyful strings in their traditional and original tunes. In this interactive show, kids get to touch and try some of the instruments. A fun and highly visual introduction to Japanese music and instrumentation.
Where: Bowery Poetry Club, 308 Bowery (Between Bleecker and Houston Sts)When: 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show Up (Box office opens at 11am)Cost: $10For more info: http://www.bowerypoetry.com
Sunday, November 21 - Songs for Seeds at Joe's Pub
Named "Best Music Class for Kids" by New York Magazine 2010, songs for seeds is a rockin' music program that encourages young children to sing, dance and join a real rock ‘n’ roll band. Incorporating numbers, magic, instruments from around the world and more, songs for seeds provides a fun, musical and interactive learning experience. By mixing our original kids rock ‘n’ roll with adult contemporary music, the band is sure to please both little and big kids (parents). Comprised of professional New York musicians, the three-piece band “would not look out of place at Irving Plaza" (New York Magazine).
Where: Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette St between Astor PL and E 4th StWhen: 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Call 212-967-7555 for reservations. Child tickets are ONLY available at the Door, Box Office Window or by Phone.Cost: $12 for kids 12 and under, $15 for adultsFor more info: www.joespub.com
Tuesday, November 23 - Downward Doll Yoga at Karma Kids Yoga
This fun and silly class is an opportunity for kids to share the yoga fun with their favorite doll, creature, or stuffed animal! We'll explore pint-sized poses, mini-mudras, bitsy balances, and teensy twists...all for you and your favorite toy-friend. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal, help them into yoga poses, and they can practice along side, on their very own yoga mat. This is sure to be a playful afternoon! Receive a fun yoga giftbag, with mini yoga mat, mini lotion, and other mini yoga accessories, for you and your downward dolls to enjoy!
Where: Karma Kids Yoga, 104 W. 14th Street b/w 6th and 7th AvenueWhen: 3:45 PM - 4:45 PMWho: Ages 3-6How: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: $30 oer childFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
November 19th through November 24th
Friday, November 19 - 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, November 19 - 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, November 19 through Friday, December 24 - Union Square Holiday Market
Visit t the 16th annual Union Square Holiday Market. With over 100 merchants bringing in some of the most unique gifts ever, this is the place do your holiday shopping, or just enjoy browsing! Some of the items you will find this year: hand-blown glass housewares . . . local, handmade leather belts . . . bags and accessories made from recycled plastic . . . a variety of handmade jewelry . . . gloves . . . hats . . . Tibetan crafts . . . there are so many beautiful things -- be sure to come and check them out.
Where: Union Square at West 14th StWhen: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed Thanksgiving Day)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.urbanspacenyc.com/union-square/
Friday, November 19 through Sunday, November 21 - 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, November 20 - Family Jam at Moomah
Join Moomah and Story Pirates on Saturdays for our mixed age/sibling class. Come rock out to The Beatles, Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen and other masters of rock. Supertryer will be making frequent appearances as he loves trying to rock.
Where: Moomah, 161 Hudson StreetWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: $25 for the first child, $15 for additional child (grown-ups are free)For more info: http://www.moomah.com/classes/
Saturday, November 20 through Sunday, November 21 - 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, November 20 - Family Art Making - Light and Darrrrrk: Kaleidoscopes
As days get shorter and nights longer, many cultures celebrate light. Inspired by the Hindu festival of lights - Diwali (Nov 5-Nov 9), we dedicate November to exploring and honoring light through art making projects. This week we will learn how Kaleidoscopes work and make your own! Join us as we turn plain paper rolls into spectacular kaleidoscopes and discover the magic of light and color.
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
Saturday, November 20 - A Medley of Teen Novels at Books Of Wonder
ooks of Wonder is pleased to announce that we will be joined by five authors of teen fiction. MEGAN CREWE will introduce Give up the Ghost, JENNY MOSS will share her newest novel Shadow. JON SKOVRON will present Struts & Frets. RHONDA STAPLETON will delight us with her Stupid Cupid trilogy. J. A. YANG will entertain us with Exclusively Chloe. MICHELLE ZINK will present Guardian of the Gate.
Where: Books of Wonders, 18 W 18th StreetWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 12+How: Just Show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com
Sunday, November 21 - 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, November 21 - November Picture Book Bonanza at Books of Wonder
Books of Wonder is hosting ten wonderful picture book creators! JAMES HOWE will share Brontorina. LAUREN CASTILLO will present Christmas Is Here. KAY CHORAO will introduce All the Seasons of the Year. ELISHA COOPER will delight with Beaver Is Lost. LEONID GORE will share The Wonderful Book. MELISSA IWAI will delight with Soup Day. Artist WENDELL MINOR and songwriter GORDON M. TITCOMB will introduce The Last Train setting illustrations to the lyrics of GORDON M. TITCOMB’s song which he will perform for us. WENDELL MINOR will also present Henry Knox: Bookseller, Soldier, Patriot. SHARON ROBINSON will present Jackie’s Gift. Artist DAN YACCARINO will entertain us with Cooking with Henry and Ellieberry.
Where: Books of Wonder, 18 W 18th StWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3-6How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/
Sunday, November 21 - 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 the Hunt for History.
Where: Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge StreetWhen: 1:00 PM (Every Sunday)Who: Ages 5-10How: RSVP to [email protected]Cost: $15 per familyFor more info: http://www.eldridgestreet.org/ or call (212)219-0302
Monday, November 22 - 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, November 23 - 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, November 23 - 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 canceled. For updated information on weather-related changes, visit www.aaa.org
Tuesday, November 23 - Storytimes on Tuesday
Battery Park City Library at 11:30am, ages 0-18months; Ottendorfer Library at 4pm, ages 5-12; giggle at 4pm; Barnes & Noble at 11am, all ages
Where: See Info BelowWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: BPC 175 North End Ave; Ottendorfer 135 2nd Ave; giggle, 120 Wooster Street; Barnes & Noble 97 Warren St
Wednesday, November 24 - Storytimes on Wednesday
Ottendorfer Library at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 1.5-3; Tompkins Square Library at 4, ages 3-5; Battery Park City Library at 10:30, ages 1.5-3; Hamilton Fish Park at 11am, ages 1.5-3 and 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, November 24 through Friday, November 26 - 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, November 24 - 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, November 24 - 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/
November 26th through December 20th
Friday, November 26 - Yoga & Healthy Snacks Taste Buds Kitchen
Strategically scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving, this class will be the perfect way to stretch out those stuffed tummies! Karma Kids Yoga will be here to teach us different yoga poses and stretching techniques before we assemble some delicious fruit and yogurt parfaits. And to finish the class off, we'll blend up a smoothie! Give your stomach a break and join us for some yoga!
Where: Taste Buds Kitchen, 109 W 27th StreetWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 2-6 yrsHow: To Register online click hereCost: $50For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
Wednesday, December 1 - Free Community Hanukkah Celebration on the Lower East Side
The Educational Alliance hosts a free Hanukkah Celebration for the Lower East Side community! Join your friends, neighbors and classmates for a fun, meaningful kickoff to this year's Festival of Lights. Mordechai Walker will lead us in song and share the story behind our Hanukkah traditions. Play dreidel for gelt, and take part in storytelling and songs before promenading from our historic Mazer Theater to the front of our building for a festive first lighting of the menorah.
Where: The Educational Alliance, 197 East Broadway (Between Clinton & Jefferson)When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.edalliance.org/
Saturday, December 4 - Cupcake Kids Class
Make delicious Snowman Cupcakes! Come bake off the chill in our warm kitchen with some friends!
Where: Taste Buds (formerly Cupcake Kids!), 109 West 27th Street, 10th floor (btw 6th & 7th avenues)When: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (3-6 yrs at 9:30am; 7-12 yrs at 10:45am)Who: 3-6 yrs at 9:30am drop-off; 7-12 yrs at 10:45am drop-offHow: Register OnlineCost: $50For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com or call 212-242-2248
Saturday, December 4 through Friday, December 31 - Gingerbread House Decorating Workshops
Stop by the Church Street School for Music and Art Open House for music & art classes, kids clothing sale, performances and more.
Where: Church Street School for Music and Art, 74 Warren StWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Saturdays & Sundays in Dec)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: call 212-571-7290 or visit Church Street School website
Saturday, December 4 - Wind, Ice & Other Tremblings of Winter with Richard Lewisat the Poets House
Poet and educator Richard Lewis leads an exploration of the poetry of shivering winds and frozen rivers, mounds of snow and seamless skies. Children imagine becoming icicles reflecting sunlight and learn how to keep warm inside the words of the wintery poems they write.
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
Sunday, December 5 - Gingerbread Houses by Little Hands at City Treehouse
Start a treasured holiday tradition by creating a gingerbread house with your child. By using graham crackers to build the walls and lots of healthy decorations (and yes, a little bit of candy too!) we make this a project that is perfect for younger kids. Hosted by Elyse Rosati of By Little Hands. Adult supervision is required.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A West 20th Street, between 6th & 7th AvenuesWhen: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 2.5-6How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $20/childFor more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
Saturday, December 11 through Friday, December 17 - Gingerbread House Decorating at TasteBuds
Celebrate the Season with family bonding and gingerbread fun! Each parent/child pair will work together to design and decorate their very own gingerbread house. Take a break from last-minute gift shopping and get messy in the kitchen - you and your creative chef will love the endless decorating options, from frosted candy roof to pretzel picket fence! Everyone will enjoy the cheerful holiday tunes and hot cider, not to mention the fun and interactive parent/child quality time. Spread the Holiday cheer by bringing home your one of a kind gingerbread creation!
Where: TasteBuds, 109 W 27th StWhen: varies by ageWho: Ages 2-14How: Register OnlineCost: $75For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
Saturday, December 11 - Th Ho-Ho-Holiday Midtown Family Scavenger Hunt
Kids and adults discover the best of midtown’s holiday displays on this seasonal scavenger hunt, including Grand Central Terminal, the model train display in the Transit Museum Annex, window displays along Fifth Avenue, the Rockefeller Center tree and other festive highlights. Kids must be accompanied by adults and vice versa.
Where: Grand Central StationWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Ages 10+ accompanied by an adultHow: Register in AdvanceCost: Ages 10 to 17 $18.00; Adult $22.00For more info: http://watsonadventures.com/
Saturday, December 11 - Body Buildings at the Skyscraper Museum
Kids will work togeter to make a city skyline with their bodies. Come learn about all the different shapes of skyscrapers and then use poster paper and your silhouette to make your very own building!
Where: The Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery PlaceWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:45 PMWho: Ages 3-9How: Registration is required by Friday, Dec 10th 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, December 11 - Swimmy, Frederick & Inch by Inch at Tribeca PAC
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s latest production is drawn from Leo Lionni’s exquisitely crafted Caldecott Honor books, Swimmy,Inch by Inch and Frederick.
Where: BMCC Tribeca PAC, 199 Chambers StreetWhen: 1:30 PMWho: Ages 3+How: Buy Tickets OnlineCost: $25For more info: http://www.tribecapac.org
Sunday, December 12 - 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
Sunday, December 12 - Lunch with Frosty at the McBurney YMCA
Enjoy a day of arts & crafts, an indoor playground, face painting, holiday music and goodies plus lunch and prizes. Fun for the whole family!
Where: McBurney YMCA, 125 W 14th StWhen: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Tickets can be purchased at the McBurney YMCA Member Service Desk beginning Monday, November 8th.Cost: Members: $10/family with 1 adult plus 3 children; $12/family with 2 adults plus 3 children Non-members: $12/family with 1 adult plus 3 children; $15/family with 2 adults plus 3 childrenFor more info: ymcanyc.org/mcburney or Contact Karen Corchado at 212-912-2315
Sunday, December 12 - Annual Family Concert by Greenwich Village Orchestra
The Greenwich Village Orchestra was founded in 1986 by a group of musicians from the New York Metropolitan area. We are accountants, actors, artists, attorneys, carpenters, editors, physicians, professors, programmers, retirees, scientists, secretaries, students, and teachers.
Where: Washington Irving Auditorium (Irving Pl / 16th and 17th St), 40 Irving PlaceWhen: 3:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets Online or at the door on the day of the concertCost: $15 for adults; $10 for seniors and childrenFor more info: http://www.gvo.org/
Friday, December 17 through Thursday, December 23 - The Big Social Holiday Bazaar
The Big Social invites you to come and shop at 30+ Hester Street Fair Vendors at a beautiful indoor market in Nolita. Find unique gifts and some warm treats int the holiday food court.
Where: 201 Mulberry StreetWhen: 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, December 18 - Holiday Cooking from Around the World at Whole Foods
Different cultures from around the world celebrate the winter holidays through family and food. In this class, kids of all ages will learn how to make some festive holiday dishes that tell the stories of Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. Afterwards, we’ll top things off and send our junior chefs home with some delicious, homemade hot cocoa.On the Menu: Three-Color Latkes; Chocolate Eggnog Floats; African Coconut Cake.
Where: Bowery Culinary Center, 95 Houston StWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Ages 2-5 at 12:00 PM Ages 6-9 at 2:00 PM (drop-off class) Ages 10-14 at 4:00 PM (drop-off class)Cost: $30For more info: http://wholefoodsmarket.com/
Sunday, December 19 - Drumming Circle & Family Dinner Party at City Treehouse
Join City Treehouse for this family drumming session led by experienced Brazilian percussionists and vocalists. Percussion instruments of all types will be provided but feel free to bring your own.
Pizza, fruit, veggies, desserts and drinks will be provided for both kids and adults from 5:45-6:30p. The water table and treehouse play area will be open for free play after dinner.
Pizza, fruit, veggies, desserts and drinks will be provided for both kids and adults from 5:45-6:30p. The water table and treehouse play area will be open for free play after dinner.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th Street, between 6th and 7th AvenuesWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $30 per child ($35 at the door)For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php
Monday, December 20 through Saturday, January 8 - Mummenschanz
For nearly four decades, Mummenschanz has captivated audiences worldwide with its groundbreaking non-verbal theatre of movement and transformation. In the surreal, comic, wordless universe of Mummenschanz, everyday objects such as toilet paper, wires, tubes, and boxes spring to life to become fantastical characters, and abstract forms and ordinary shapes interact in surprising ways to reveal timeless truths about human connections and relationships. The troupe creates a playful and uniquely memorable experience through an inventive use of forms, shadow and light and creative manipulation of sculptural, expressive masks. The result is a visually stunning spectacle of family entertainment that sparks the imagination.
Where: NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place at Washington SquareWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets in AdvanceCost: $45-$75For more info: http://www.skirballcenter.nyu.edu/ or call 212-352-3101
Monday, December 20 through Wednesday, December 22 - Holiday Cookie Creations at Taste Buds
Beat the winter blues with a three-day cookie camp! Join us in the kitchen where it's warm and cozy: we'll teach your kids how to bake classic winter treats like Gingerbread Men, Star of David Sugar Cookies and Jolly Snowman Bread. Students will learn about basic safety procedures in the kitchen, sharpen their math skills with recipe measurements and learn to work with a variety of baking utensils and ingredients.
Where: Taste Buds, 109 West 27th Street, 10th Floor (btw 6th & 7th Avenues)When: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Ages 4-8 at 9:30am; Ages 9-13 at 12:30pm-2:30pm)Who: Ages 4-8 yrs at 9:30am; Ages 9-13 yrs at 12:30pmHow: Register OnlineCost: $225.00For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com; 212-242-2248; [email protected]
At the Theater
Ongoing Kid Friendly Performances
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: 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
- 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 Flying Karamazov Brothers: World-Famous Comic Jugglers in 4 PLAY
- 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
- 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: 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: 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: Theatre at St. Clements, 423 West 46th Street (Between 9th and 10th Avenues)
- Description:When Seymour, a down-and-out floral assistant, discovers a mysterious man-eating plant, he names it after the girl he loves and offers up her sadistic ex-boyfriend as its first meal. The plant tempts Seymour with fame and fortune, but before long, it grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore bent on world domination. Can Seymour save his girlfriend? Can he save himself? Can he save the world from the inexorable appetite of "Audrey II"? One of the longest-running Off-Broadway shows of all time, this affectionate spoof of 1950s sci-fi movies has become a household name, thanks to a highly successful film version and a score by the songwriting team of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken.
- Who: Ages 6+.
- When: Nov 12-20th
- Cost: $37.50, $47.50
- Where: Manhattan Children’s Theatre at 52 White Street (2 blocks south of Canal Street between Broadway & Church Streets)
- Description: Manhattan Children’s Theatre is proud to kick off the holiday season with a World Premiere Original by MCT's Managing Director, Chris Alonzo: Lula Bell in Search of Santa. This hilarious original comedy for all ages follows Lula Bell, a rambunctious little girl who takes it upon herself to save the world when Santa Claus goes missing. With plenty of high-energy physical comedy for the kids, and a winking satirical edge for adults, this one is guaranteed to truly entertain all ages (and religions) as it travels from New York to the Amazon jungle, the Australian outback, outer space and all points between in search of the man in the big red suit.
- When: November 13, 2010 – January 2, 2011, Saturdays & Sundays at Noon & 2pm
- Who: All ages.
- Cost: $20 a ticket
- Where: Lincoln Center Plaza, Columbus Avenue at 63rd Street
- Description: The New York City Ballet's performance George Balanchine's The Nutcracker is the New York City Ballet is a breathtaking experience year after year. This magical production includes than 150 dancers and musicians dressed as marching soldiers, mischievous mice and waltzing snowflakes dancing around a glowing Christmas tree.
- David H. Koch Theater
- When: November 26th-January 2nd
- Who: All ages.
- Cost: Starting at $20 a ticket
- Where: Theatre at Saint Peter's Church, 619 Lexington Avenue (at 54th 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: ZINC BAR, 82 West 3rd Street, between Thompson and Sullivan Streets
- 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
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:November 5 - Dec 30th
- Who: All ages.
- Cost: $45 a ticket.
- When: The New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd st
- Description: SQUIRM BURPEE CIRCUS is even more fun to see than it is to say. A dazzling display of first-class circus skills, dapper dance moves and outrageous comedy, it’s a pastiche of pandemonium full of gadgets and gizmos.
- When: Nov 12th to 28th
- Who: Ages 2-5
- Cost $14-38
- Where: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, Central Park
- Description: A variety show that celebrates the holiday season in song, dance, and puppetry. This production quickly becomes a comedy of errors when Baby Bear invites Santa to star in Mama and Papa Bears’ annual holiday show. Drawing from the stories of Hanukkah, the Night Before Christmas, and Kwanzaa, The Three Bears Holiday Bash is a great way to get in the season spirit.
- When: Nov 16th-Dec 30th, Tuesday through Friday at 10:30am and 12:00pm, with an additional performance at 2:30 pm each Wednesday; and Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm
- Who: All ages.
- Cost: $5/children, $8/adult
Eggland's Best and Macaroni Kid Recipe Contest!
We all know kids can be finicky eaters, so we've joined forces with Eggland's Best to find some great family friendly recipes from Macaroni Kid readers. So break out your index cards and send us your best recipe that your entire family loves. A couple of ground rules, first the recipe must be original. It must be yours, it can't have been published anywhere else before, or been entered anywhere else. The recipe must contain two (2) Eggland's Best eggs, and be made from regularly available ...
Thanksgiving at the Kiddie Table
Try to incorporate a few of these entertainment options for the kiddie table into your celebration:
- Make the place settings kid-friendly with these Button Indian Corn Napkin Rings. This is a great craft to do before the big day.
- Use butcher paper as a table cloth, which creates an instant canvas for …artwork, word games, tic-tac-toe, and more. This Colorful Turkey Caddydoubles as a centerpiece and marker storage.
- You may also want to outline rectangle-shaped placemats right on the paper to give kids a designated place to draw. Or ...
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