The Color Run,also known as the Happiest 5k on the
Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates
healthiness, happiness, and individuality. Now the
largest running series in the world, The Color Run has
been experienced by over 6 million runners worldwide in
35+ countries. The Color Run will take place on May 27
starting at 9am at CITI FIELD, 123-01 Roosevelt Avenue,
New York, New York, 11368. to register visithttp://thecolorrun.com/
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http://www.queensbookfestival.nyc/
LIC Landing
52-10 Center Boulevard
Queens, NY
Queens Book Festival - Children & Youth Day - Pure
Imagination
Saturday, May 27 2017 @ 11:30am - 7:00pm
The Queens book Festival-celebrate the 2nd Annual
Festival to be held at LIC Landing by Coffeed on May
27-28. The two-day Festival connects authors and readers
through experiences that celebrate literacy, the culture
of ideas, and imagination. QBF is free and open to the
public and will bring books to life through author
readings, panel discussions, STEAM demonstrations, and
book signings. On May 27, Children books and authors
will be featured in a Children's Pavilion. IC Landing,
52-10 Center Boulevard, Queens, NY from 11:30am -
7:00pm.
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Hall of Science - 47-10 111 Flushing-Corona Park has
exhibits and events for young scientist. Museum is opened
Monday – Thursday • 9:30 am – 2 pm, Friday • 9:30 am – 5 pm
and Saturday & Sunday • 10 am – 6 pm. Enjoy free
admission, September through June, on Fridays, 2 – 5 pm;
Sundays, 10 – 11 am. Strollers are permitted. Admission is
adults (ages 18 & older): $11, children (ages 2 – 17):
$8, students (with college ID): $8 and senior citizens (age
62 & older): $8.
Meet Mosa Mack ! Join NYSCI in celebrating
the premiere of Mosa Mack, a new animated show that
features a young female science detective who exposes
students to the thrill of learning while teaching critical
and scientific thinking skills. Each date will feature
screenings of a new episode, a Q+A with the creators, and
activities and partner groups that speak to the themes in
focus: climate change, photosynthesis and the food web.
Screenings will be held every half hour from noon – 3 pm.
Free with NYSCI admission.
Science Inspires Art: Food - This 18th
art-science, juried exhibition organized by Art &
Science Collaborations, Inc. includes more than two dozen
images of art that reflect on the topic of food from all
angles: from the historical record to the elite
haute-cuisine of today’s “molecular gastronomy”; as a
physical material for making or inspiring art, or as a
vehicle for stimulating important community discussion.
Free with NYSCI admission. Thru February 26, 2017
Wild Minds: What Animals Really Think-
Marvel at the amazing abilities of animals as you explore
the evolutionary and cognitive links we share with them.
Take a numbers memory test, explore animal enrichment
techniques, and even see a plastinated human brain! Free
with NYSCI admission. Through January
15. 3D Theater Presentation:
Wild Ocean- Watch a 20-minute, science-themed show
about our endangered ocean ecosystem in digital 3D. Ages 6
and older. $6 adults; $5 children, students & seniors,
plus NYSCI admission. (NYSCI Premium members: $5 adults; $4
children, students & seniors) September 24 – March 31:
Tuesday – Thursday, noon; Friday, noon & 4 pm;
Weekends, 1:30 pm & 3:30 pm. Special screening times
3D Theater Presentation: Tornado Alley -
Follow Storm Chasers star Sean Casey and the scientists of
VORTEX2, the largest tornado-research project ever
assembled, on their missions to witness the birth of a
tornado. Ages 6 and older. $6 adults; $5 children, students
& seniors, plus NYSCI admission. (NYSCI Premium
members: $5 adults, $4 children, students & seniors)
September 24 – March 31: Tuesday – Thursday, 11 am; Friday,
11 am & 3 pm; Weekends, 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 pm.
Special screening times for November 25: 11:30 am, 1:30
& 3:30 pm.
Special Workshops:
Little Makers invites families with young children
agaes 18 months and older to tinker, design and create
together. Explore new materials, tools and processes as you
make a project to take home. Sometimes creativity can get
messy, so dress your little maker (and yourself) in old
clothing that can be splattered with things like paint, ink
and glue. Online registration for Little Maker 2016 events
are now open: You can also register on the day of the event
at the museums admissions. If you have questions about
Little Makers, call 718-699-0005 ext. 341, email
dmeza@nysci.org. Materials Fee (per session): $8 per
family, plus NYSCI admission; $5 per family for members.
Themes include Happy New Year Lanterns: Celebrate the Year
of the Rooster on Jan 29 at 10:30am, : Colorful Wool
Felting on Feb 5 at 10:30am, and Ooey Gooey Ooez on Feb 26
at 10:30am,
Apr 1-30 Science Fiction, Science Future Opening
Weekend - This temporary exhibition gives visitors
a deeper understanding of how science fiction ideas and
concepts might become the science reality of tomorrow.
Hands-on exhibits incorporate robots, holograms and
augmented reality. Free with NYSCI admission. Thru April
30, 2017
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Queens Theatre is located at 14
United Nations Avenue South in Flushing Meadows Corona
Park, directly under the iconic towers of the New York
State Pavilion presents their 2016 Family Series for
information call the Box Office 718.760.0064.
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Noguchi Museum - 9-01 33rd Road
(at Vernon Boulevard), Long Island City, NY 11106 phone
718.204.7088 is home to the sculptures and works of
Isamu Noguchi. Enjoy his oasis of serenity and artistic
expressions, and be inspired. Admission is $10, Senior
Citizens: $5, Students with a valid ID: $5, NYC public
high school students with a valid ID: FREE, Children
under 12: FREE and Members: FREE, The Noguchi Museum is
free the first Friday of every month.
Open Studio: Working With Clay- encourages
families with children of all ages to explore the galleries
and to make art in response to their experiences. No
registration is required for this drop-in program, offered
the first Sunday of every month, from 11am – 1pm.
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Museum of the Moving Image – the
only museum devoted to moving images is located at 36-01
35 Ave, Astoria, NY 11106. Call 718. 777 -6888.
Admission is free for children 12 and under accompanied
by an adult for children's programs. Museum Admission is
$12 adults (18+), $9 senior citizens (65+),$9 students
with valid ID, $6 children (3-12). Free for Museum
members and children under 3.
On Going Workshop: Drop In Moving Image
Studio - The Museum offers drop-in studio sessions
most Saturdays for young visitors ages seven and up. With
the assistance of Museum educators, visitors engage in
hands-on creative work, making projects ranging from
flipbooks and thaumatropes (hand-drawn optical toys) to
stop-motion and computer animations and video games. Studio
visitors also have the opportunity to see, handle, and
explore the inner workings of moving-image technology, such
as projectors, film strips and video tape, video game
consoles, and more. Free with Museum admission. Ages 7+,
accompanied by an adult (12+ on their own).
Teen Digital Media Lab - In this session:
Want to try some basic coding? Play around with your coding
skills by using Vidcode, a fun and user-friendly coding
program that allows users to gain some serious skills
through silly creations. Teens explore the Museum's
collection in fun and innovative ways. All levels of
experience are welcome. Plus, there’s pizza. Teen Digital
Media Lab is a drop-in program; no advance registrati on
Fridays at 4pm.
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Jamaica Performing Arts Center - 153-10 Jamaica
Avenue (Between 153rd Street and Parsons Boulevard)
Jamaica, NY 11432 has free family programs on select
weekends, and school programs. Call (718) 658-7400
Art Center Workshops - Every Saturday,
students of all ages converge at JCAL to attend its Arts
Center Workshop (ACW) classes. Classes help students pursue
creative expression, passionate learning and artistic
development. Their teaching artists provide exposure to a
wide variety of art forms including theater, dance,
ceramics, keyboard, cartoon animation and so much more.
Visit their site to register for classes in theater art,
dance, drama and more. Classes end in June.
Jun 17-18 Queens International Children's Festival
- enjoy dance, music, mini golf, arts and crafts
from noon - 5pm. Free
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BroadHollow Theater at Elmont Library -
700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003 provides theater
performances for families and young children. Call
631-581-2700
Curious George the Golden Meatball – on
Saturday,April 15, 22, 29 and May 6 at 2:00p.m.; Sunday,
April 23, 30 and May 7 at 12:00p.m.
The Amazing Ivan - Monday, April 17 at
1:00p.m.
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The Queens Museum- in Flushing Meadow Corona
Park invites children 5-12 and their adult
companions to explore different works on view each week
through a variety of fun hands-on art making activities.
Museum admission is $8 for adults and children over 12, $4
for students and seniors. Children under 12 attend for
free.
Drop-in Family Work Shop/ Taller de
Familias - The Queens Museum invites children 5 to
12 and their adult companions to explore different works on
view each week through a variety of fun hands-on art making
activities. Children with special needs welcome,
adaptations available. No fee or advance registration
required. Just show up and stay for as long as you like.
Check at the admissions desk.
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The Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50
Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park offers families fun and
learning trip to a farm. Queens County Farm Museum's
history dates back to 1697; it occupies New York City's
largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland and is the
only working historical farm in the City. General Admission
is free (except on special event days and for all school
and organization group visits at all times). Call (718)
347-3276.
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Flushing Town Hall - 137-35 Northern
Blvd., Flushing, New York 11354 has a series of family and
children’s programs. All programs include pre-show
interactive arts workshop at 1 pm. Performances start at
2:15pm. Tickets are $13. Call (718) 463-7700 or visit
http://www.flushingtownhall.o
------------------------------------------------------- Queens Zoo,
53-51 111th Street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park - see
the new little critters born this spring at the zoo and
the array of animals who call the Americas home. Don't
forget to sign up for their seasonal programs early
because space is limited. For more details aboout their
programs visit them at http://www.queenszoo.com/
Family Programs at the Queens Zoo:
Summer Camp - At the Queens Zoo Summer
Camp, children will explore the hidden gems of the
Americas! Campers will discover wildlife and wild places
through fun and exciting investigations, games, animal
encounters and crafts. Join us for a week long animal
adventure! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Little Hatchlings for ages 10-23 months
with adult. Start your child on a learning adventure
outdoors. Their 10-class series with an early childhood zoo
educator offers an introduction to animals and nature.
During each class you will be introduced to an animal topic
with songs and stories, nature play and movement, and a
visit to an animal exhibit.. Their Wednesday Fall Series
begin Sept 18 at 10 am or 11:30 am. Their Wednesday Spring
Series starts Mar 26. Fee: WCS Members $250; Non-members
$270 (for the 10 classes in one session)
Toddler Time – for ages 2-3 years old with
adult. Meet a variety of furry, scaly, and feathery zoo
animals in these interactive classes for toddlers and their
care-givers. Live animals, movement and musical activities,
and a craft are part of the fun. Saturday Fall Series begin
Sept 28 to Dec 14 at 10 am and 11:30 am. Winter Dates: Jan
4 – Mar 15 and Spring Dates from Mar 22 – Jun 14. They also
have Wednesday Fall Series from Sept 18 – Nov 20.
Wednesday, Winter Date from Jan 8 – Mar 19, and Wednesday
Spring Dates: Mar 26 – Jun 4. Friday Fall Series – from
Sept 20- Nov 22 at 10 am, and Winter Dates from Jan 10 –
Mar 21. Fee: WCS Members $250; Non-members $270 (for the 10
classes in one session)
Kinder Kritters - Ages: 4 & 5 years
old with an adult. These interactive classes are a must for
any animal-loving family. Programs include hands-on
activities, animal guests and visits to exhibits with a
whole bunch of fun! Some classes include keeper chats, a
scavenger hunt and more. Saturday Fall Series Dates Sept 14
- Nov 2. Saturday Winter Series Dates from Feb 8 - Mar 22.
Saturday Spring Series Dates from Apr 5 - May 31 at 10:30.
Fee: WCS Members $150; Non-members $170 (for the 6 classes
in one session)
Grand Adventures in the Zoo - Bring your
grandchildren to the zoo for a grand tour and an afternoon
of activities in the Discovery Center. Enjoy live animal
encounters and craft making. Together you can share an
appreciation for wildlife and our natural world. For ages 4
years and older with a paying adult. Fall Dates: Wednesdays
Sept 25, Oct 2, 9, or 16 and Spring Dates: Wednesdays Apr
2, 9, 30, or May 7 at 3:30 pm. Fee: WCS Members $15;
Non-members $20 (pricing is per date, includes one adult
& one child; $5 each additional participant)
Family Overnight Adventures - Have you
ever wondered what you can see in the zoo at night? Join us
for a unique experience exploring Queens Zoo after hours.
You and your family (children 5 and older) will be treated
to fun-filled activities such as learning about animal
diets and preparing animal enrichment treats. You'll go on
a late night walk in the Aviary and meet some of our
animals up close. This exciting adventure is sure to create
memories your family will treasure. Sign up soon – space is
limited. Bring your own tent, sleeping bags, and picnic
dinner. Beverages, dessert, late-night snack, and
breakfast, will be provided. No need for alarm clocks, our
vocal parrots will provide the wake-up call. For ages 5
years and older with a paying adult. Dates: September 28
& 29, May 17 & 18, June 7 & 8. Time: 5pm
Saturday – 10am Sunday. Fee: WCS members $85; Non-members
$100 (Pricing is per person)
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Queens Botanical Garden - 43-50
Main St offers youngsters in Queens an opportunity to
grow their own garden and family activities. For more
details visit http://www.queensbotanical.org/.
Admission is charged April 1 to October
31: $4 Adult; $3 Seniors; $2 Students
with ID and children over 3. Free hours: Wednesday,
3-6pm and Sunday, 4-6pm. Members enjoy free admission.
Garden admission is free November through March. Enjoy
their Farmer’s Market Fridays Hosted by Down to Earth
Markets - Dahlia Avenue off Main Street, Flushing on
Fridays, June 17 through November 18, 8:30am to 4pm.
Children’s Garden Open House - Join us for
our annual Open House, and get your hands dirty with
planting activities and garden crafts. Learn about all the
outstanding garden and nature programs we have for children
ages 2 to 14. From1 to 4pm • Free. Registration required:
openhousecg.eventbrite.com
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Princess Particular: A New Musical for Kids
The Secret Theatre (4402 23rd
Street Queens, NY 11101) Call 718-392-0722 or
visithttp://www.secrettheatre.com. $10 for Children, $15
for Adults. Family ticket package- 4 tix for $40. The
Secret Theatre presents Princess Particular, a new
children's musical by Richard Mazda. The spirited and
feisty young princess is used to getting what she wants,
when she wants it. Will she learn some patience. With
lots of fun tunes and hilariously broad physical comedy,
this is a delightful new show the whole family will
enjoy on Feb 8 and every other weekend.
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Pirate Pete's Parrot
The Secret Theatre (4402 23rd
Street Queens, NY 11101) Call 718-392-0722 or
visithttp://www.secrettheatre.com.In the tradition of
the wildly popular English pantomime shows (first
produced in the 1700's and still popular today), Pirate
Pete's Parrot promises music, mischief, and a boatload
of laughs for both children and adults. The play
revolves around Pirate Pete, a lovable rogue on a
mission to find his beloved runaway parrot, Polly (who
prefers pancakes to boring old birdseed). Upon setting
out, Pete decides it can't hurt to pick up some buried
treasure as well, to help make the month's rent. Armed
with an endearing crew of misfits like Jolly Roger (the
insufferably happy second mate) and Miroslav, the Czech
mate (get it?), Pete embarks on a journey complete with
songs, sword fights, and plenty of audience interaction
on Feb 15 every other weekend. $10 for Children, $15 for
Adults. Family ticket package- 4 tix for $40
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City Ice Pavilion - 47-32
32ndPlace,
Long Island City, NY 11101, 718.706-6667 offers families
the opportunity to ice skate year around on their well
maintained NHL size rink in Long Island City just two
blocks from the 33rd St. – Rawson St. station. Parking
is also free. Children's parties can also be scheduled
in advance. Check out their public skateschedulefor
details.Pricesrange
from $8 for weekends and $5 for weekdays, skate rental
is $5 and helmet is $2.
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World Ice Arena - located Flushing Meadow Corona Park,
Flushing, NY beginners and pros can enjoy ice skating
on their rink.Children's
parties can also be scheduled in advance. Check out
their public skateschedulefor
details.Pricesrange
from $8 for weekdends and $5 for weekdays, skate rental
is $5 and helmet is $2. They offer skating lessons, Cafe
for food and hockey.
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