Children's Focus

Manhattan:
Special Events:

Kids' Night on Broadway Returns!
Now families can enjoy Broadway, too! You can get free Broadway tickets for kids every year through a special promotion. This annual event gives everyone access to some of the best Broadway shows for kids and offers up a limited number of kids' tickets per show to makes things more affordable for families. When one adult buys a full-price ticket through kidsnightonbroadway.com during the time of the promotion, one child 18 and under can attend with them (same show, same night) for free. A full list of participating Broadway shows will appear on kidsnightonbroadway.com prior to the on-sale date (details TBA). The 21st Kids' Night on Broadway will take place February 28, 2017. Tickets for the 21st Kids' Night on Broadway will go on sale Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 10:30am (act quickly!) On February 28, select theaters will also offer in-house activities for kids! Get your tickets early to enjoy the magic that makes New York’s special.
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The City Winery, 155 Varick St, New York, NY 10013 will host holiday celebration for the family at 11:00 am. Tickets are $20


Dec 4 City Winery: 6th Annual Holiday Sing_A-Long with Dan Zanes & Friends - join in bringing in the holiday spirit in this annual event with children's favorite entertainer, Dan Zane.



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CirKiz: A Cool Kids’ Dance Party
CirKiz: A Cool Kids’ Dance Party – at Space Ibiza - 637 West 50th Street, State : New York, NY 10019. CirKiz is a club experience for children ages 6-12 where they can dance to cutting-edge electronic music and learn how to deejay. In this kid friendly environment children and tweens can listen and dance to DJs, see live performances and experience a nightclub environment in a safe, controlled daytime setting. On January 17, February 7 and March 13 from 1PM to 5PM. Admission is $20. For more information visit http://cirkiz.com/
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The Joyce Theater - 175 Eighth Avenue at the corner of 19th Street, New York, NY 10011. Call (212) 691-9740 or JoyceCharge (212) 242-0800 is the place to see great dance performances. They offer a Family Matinee with live dance performances for young people. “We recommend starting young by inviting children to the adult table.” That’s why These family-oriented performances are followed by a special opportunity to meet the artists. Tickets are $10 for kids, and if they see all three family matinees, they automatically become Joyce Junior Members and save 40% on the price of their tickets $10 reduced to $6. Kids (ages 6-14) must be accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets start at $10. Check out their Joyce Kids Activity Pages and other activities.

Nov 26 Dorrance Dance with Toshi Reagon and Biglovely featuring Derrick K. Grant and Dormesha Sumbry-Edwards- families can join a masterfully creative pair tapper Michelle Dorrance and musician Toshi Reaagon with the band, BIGLovely for an explosive romp and stomp performance at 2 pm.
Jan 21 Bodytraffic - families will enjoy the sensational mix of athleticism, humor, and spectacular dancers when this company brings their diverse work and high quality to the theater performance at 2pm.
Jan 28 Complexions Contemporary Ballet - families will see their tribute to David Bowie, Star Dust when this company makes its' New York premiere. This rock style production provides a visual imprint of the style, intensity and invention bowie shared with the world. Performance at 2pm.
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The New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd Street, between Seventh and Eighth Avenues (646-223-3010) offers theater geared for kids ages 8 and over. Friday, 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon and 5 p.m. go to newvictory.org.
Nov 11-19 Paper Dreams - How many stories are left untold on the sheets torn from a sketch pad or on pages tossed into a waste bin? These lost ideas take the stage when Mons Dansa, the creators of Minimón, returns with the world premiere of PAPER DREAMS. With lyrical movement, captivating projections and multiple opportunities for audience interaction, PAPER DREAMS brings to life a world of wonder in this delightful dance piece for little ones ages 2-5
Nov 18-27 Jason Bishop: Straight Up Magic - He walks through walls, makes objects disappear and turns a dollar bill instantly into a hundred. In STRAIGHT UP MAGIC, Jason Bishop infuses old school tricks with new school stagecraft in a virtuosic performance. Without fuss or frills, he moves from stunning sleight of hand to dazzling illusions with an easy humor and exceptional talent—and a little help from his tiny tail-wagging terrier, Gizmo! When he levitates a woman a dozen feet in the air and soars up to retrieve her, any skepticism will, as they say, vanish in the blink of an eye. For ages 6
Dec 2- Jan 1 Mother Africa: My Home - From Circus der Sinne. This holiday season, experience the joyous spirit abundant in MOTHER AFRICA: MY HOME, a circus spectacular set in Cape Town’s largest township, Khayelitsha. Daring acrobats, jubilant dancers and mind-bending contortionists fill the New Victory stage when the sensational Drama Desk-nominated Circus der Sinne (Mother Africa, New Vic 2013) returns to NYC with electrifying live music and feats of extraordinary strength and dazzling skill. With performers representing African nations from Tanzania, Ethiopia and Zimbabwe, to South Africa and Ivory Coast, this radiantly rhythmic production exudes a palpable zest for life that will have the whole family on the edge of their seats—or, better yet, dancing in the aisles!
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Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, NY 10025-6990 offers their Just Kidding! Series on weekends for children. At 11 am, Call (212) 864-5400. Ticket prices range from $21- $26 for adults and $14- $16 for children.
Nov 19 Just Kidding: National Dance Institute: The Celebration Team! - Witness the magic and spectacle of over 100 kids dancing their hearts out, in one of the highest energy performances you and your kids will ever witness! At 2:00 pm
Dec 10 Just Kidding: Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players Power pop at its best from this GRAMMY nominated longtime Symphony Space favorite. At 11:00 am
Dec 17 Just Kidding: Puppetkabob: The Snowflake Man - Intricately designed Czech-style marionettes tell a remarkable tale. At 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

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Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling at 898 St Nicholas Avenue @ 155th Street, New York, NY 10032. Call 212.335.0004 or email info@sugarhillmuseum.org opened their doors to children and families for the first time this fall. Families are invited to visit their new building designed by Internationally acclaimed architect David Adjaye. The museum plans to use art and storytelling to foster the creativity and cognitive development of children ages 3 to 8 years old. "By encouraging and enhancing a child's innate curiosity and competence, they hope to nurture the skills that lead to personal and academic success, and to a lifetime love of learning." The Museum will be open on Thursday – Friday, 10am to 5pm and Saturday – Sunday, 12pm to 5pm. Admission is Ages 0 to 8 - FREE, Ages 9 to 17 - $4, Seniors (65+) - $4, Students (with ID) $4 and Adults - $7.
Free Sundays - introducing Summer Free Sundays, every third Sunday of the month! Explore the beautiful architectural space, stroll the galleries and make some amazing art in the Studio Labs! From 12:00pm 5:00pm Story Hour -Surprising, funny, quirky, serious and silly = Story Hour at Sugar Hill Children’s Museum. They will entertain and educate with tales of our community, our world and our imaginations. On weekends from 3:30pm – 4:30pm.
Topsy Turvy Thursdays Story Hour - Surprising, funny, quirky, serious and silly = Story Hour at Sugar Hill Children’s Museum. Every Thursday! From 3:30pm 4:30pm.
Fun Fridays Story Hour - Surprising, funny, quirky, serious and silly = Story Hour at Sugar Hill Children’s Museum. Story Hour with Flor Flor Bromley takes children on a fantastic journey with music, puppets and tales from around the world every Friday afternoon! From 3:30pm 4:30pm.
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The Morgan Library & Museum - 225 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016, (212) 685-0008 . In 1924 J. P. Morgan, Jr. gave his father's extraordinary library to the public. The most influential financier in this country's history, Pierpont Morgan was also a voracious collector. He collected art objects in virtually every medium, including the rare books, manuscripts, drawings, prints, and ancient artifacts that are the core of the library. Every year they celebrate Christmas with a winter fair and a reading of Charles Dickens. Admission is $18 Adults, $12 Children (13–16), $12 Seniors (65 and over) and $12 Students (with current ID) Free to members and children 12 and under (must be accompanied by an adult) Admission is free on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free for Morgan and Cool Culture members.
Nov 19 The Power of the Portrait -Create your own portraits with Simon Levenson, Artist and National Arts Club instructor, after exploring portraits in the Morgan’s exhibitions from 2–4 pm. Tickets are $20; $15 for members. Each ticket is valid for one child and up to two adults.
Dec 11 Winter Family Fair - Celebrate the holiday season with the Morgan’s original manuscript of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Tickets are $20; $15 for members. Each ticket is valid for one child and up to two adults
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The Parks Department is offering classes in kids yoga, Zuma, arts and crafts, movies, concerts and more. For a full listing of events go to http://www.nycgovparks.org/events
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The Fantasticks
Snapple Theater Center, Times Square (210 West 50th Street New York City, NY 10019) Call 212-921-7862 or visit http://www.fantasticksonbroadway.com/ Tickets price range from $47 - $90. Tom Jones & Harvey Schmidt's The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, is a captivating and simple romantic comedy about a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall. The audience uses its imagination to follow El Gallo as he creates a world of moonlight and magic, and then pain and disillusionment, until the boy and girl find their way back to one other. The score, which includes "Try To Remember", "They Were You" and "Soon It's Gonna Rain", is as timeless as the story itself.
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STOMP: See the International Sensation at the Orpheum Theatre
Orpheum Theatre, Between 7th and 8th Streets (126 Second Avenue New York, NY 10003)  Call  212-541-8457 or visit http://www.stomponline.com. Tickets range from $79.00 The Orpheum Theatre hosts the international smash hit STOMP. This famed high-energy show features a cast of eight performers, creating a wildly rhythmic noise with unconventional instruments -- everything from brooms and garbage cans to matchboxes and hubcaps and more -- and also features plenty of unexpected comedy and audience interaction.
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New York City Ballet – Lincoln Center is on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, between W. 62nd and 65th Streets and Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.NYCB in the David H. Koch Theater 20 Lincoln Center Plaza offers Family Saturdays for families with children ages 5 and over and Children’s Workshops for ages 5-8 and In Motion Workshops for ages 9-12.

All children’s workshop are held in New York City Ballet Rehearsal Studios - Samuel B & David Rose Building, 7th Floor165 West 65th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam. Tickets: $12 per person. Please note: both children and adults will need a ticket in order to attend. . All Children’s Workshops take place before family-friendly matinee performances. Performance tickets must be purchased separately. Attire: clothing that is comfortable to move in. Ballet shoes are optional.
Family Saturdays tickets for the fall programs will be on sale starting Aug 7. The season will begin with Journey of a Dancer, Saturday, October 15 at 11 AM. Join for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the life of a dancer as you make your way through the ranks, from student to principal. You’ll learn about dancers’ training, daily preparation, company roles, and what it’s like to perform onstage in this interactive presentation designed especially for family audiences. Tickets are $22 per person. Early reservations are necessary.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall - Broadway at 60th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10019 offers classes and family programs. For more information call 212-258-9800 or for single tickets call 212-721-6500, CenterCharge
WeBop is an early-childhood jazz education program which invites families to stomp, strut and swing to the joyous rhythms of jazz as they learn about the core concepts, instruments, and great performers of jazz with their parents or caregivers. These 45-minute classes offer a creative outlet for children to explore jazz through movement, songs, storytelling and play. at 1 pm. And 3 pm Varis Leichtman Studio. Registration for the session, Jazz Family starts in the fall. Admission for the winter season is $370.
Feb 3 Who is Louis Armstrong? Through stories, recordings, and live music, audiences will learn about a talented youngster from New Orleans who changed the meaning of jazz – and the way we think about art. This hour-long journey through the life of Louis Armstrong will be hosted by jazz royalty Catherine Russell. Not only is Russell a supreme vocalist and gifted storyteller, she is also the daughter of Louis Armstrong’s long-time music director, Luis Russell. The concert will also feature an all-star band and 19-year-old trumpeter Anthony Hervey, a most exciting up-and-comer who was awarded “Outstanding Trumpet” in the 2014 Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Festival and Competition, and has already wowed audiences at Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Monterey Jazz Festival. In addition to demonstrating Armstrong’s greatest musical achievements as a trumpeter and singer, you will also consider some of his inspiring lessons about improvisation, self-expression, community, and the joy of music. At 10am and 12:15pm
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Central Park Zoo - 64th Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10021 is located near the southeast corner of Central Park has classes and programs for all ages. Early registration a must. Visit their website or call (212) 439-6500 for more information and a complete schedule.Central Park Zoo: Catch Penguin Feedings Daily between July 12, 2016 and December 31, 2016 at 10:30 AM - 2:30PM
Toddler Time - Saturday Series (Ages 2-3) - Meet a variety of furry, scaly and feathery zoo animals in these interactive classes for toddlers and their caregivers. Live animals, movement and musical activities and a craft are part of the fun. Regular Price: $210.00. Member Price: $180.00
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Carnegie Hall located at 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in Manhattan. has family and holiday programs . For informatiion call CarnegieCharge 212-247-7800 or Administrative Offices 212-903-9600 or visit http://www.carnegiehall.org/For_Families/
On-Going Events:
Parents can download Why Making Music Matters- to better understand the effect of music in early childhood development. Carnegie Hall commissioned this new research paper by Dr. Dennie Palmer Wolf.an expert in the field. Her research points to several key reasons why investing in children early and often is critical to healthy development and a successful future—and that music can play a role in everyday interactions that support our next generation.
Art Contest: Calling all artists ages 5–10: Enter Caarnegie KidsNotes Art Contest - What images come to mind when you picture a live concert? Carnegie Hall wants to see them! For every Family Concert at Carnegie Hall, they distribute hundreds of copies of their kid-friendly programs, each featuring a child’s artwork on the cover. Send in your child’s artwork for a chance to be the cover art for KidsNotes and win free tickets to that Family Concert. https://www.carnegiehall.org/ArtContest/
Nov 6 Carnegie Kids: The Itty Biddies - The Itty Biddies’ foot-tapping tunes, crystal clear vocals, and instrumental skills inspire audiences of all ages to sing and dance. Inspire your children’s imaginations and creativity at a playful and interactive Carnegie Kids concert. These free events are 45 minutes long and take place in the Resnick Education Wing’s Weill Music Room. Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall. Performances are free at 12pm and 2 pm. Seats at this event are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance
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Bank Street 2780 Brodway located on the corner of 107th Street , NY offers one of the best collections of books for young people. They also have book readings, special events, parties and more. Call 212.678-1654 or visit their website.
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Concerts for the Young at Heart - Sing and Be Happy with Danna Banana - Guitarist/musician Danna Banana appears at Bank Street Book Store om Tuesdays to lead sing-alongs just right for young singers, movers, and shakers. Join at 4:00 p.m.!
Wednesday Lit Talk with Regina: Wednesdays will be filled with laughter and learning as Regina leads dramatic readings of humorous and adventurous books for middle-graders. The story (for middle-graders and older) will be presented at Bank Street Book at 5:00 p.m. Check calendar for book lisintgs.
Nov 6 Thalia Kids' Book Club Presents Grace Lin - Thalia Kids' Book Club offers lively discussions between children's book authors and their fans from eight to 12 years old. Newbury Honor author/illustrator Grace Lin shares her new book "When the Sea Turned to Silver," a companion to "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" and "Starry River of the Sky." All three books are filled with adventure, fantasy, and Chinese folklore for an irresistible blend of excitement that combines the past and present. This event takes place at Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway, New York, NY 10025 at 1:00 p.m. For ticket information, visit http://www.symphonyspace.org/event/9350/Family-Literature/thalia-kids-book-club-grace-lin-emwhen-the-sea-turned-to-silver-em. Tickets are $16.
Nov 12 Sing It! A Biography of Pete Seeger" by Meryl Danziger - author/musician Meryl Danzinger has written a Pete Seeger biography as friendly and approachable as the man himself. Called "Sing It! A Biography of Pete Seeger," the book examines the individual man as well as the times he lived in, teaching young readers much about the history and politics of the day through Seeger's music and activism. Also appearing with the author is Bank Street's favorite music teacher Betsy Blachly, who will help make many of Seeger's most popular songs ring from the rafters. At 10:30 a.m. This rousing sing-along, featuring a wonderful new book and a repertoire of well-known Seeger songs, takes place at Bank Street College, 610 West 112th Street in Music Room #207. The event is free of charge and promises a wonderful weekend wake-up for all who attend.
Nov 13 Attend an Art Workshop for Kids and Families - Get ready to do some creative thinking at Bank Street Book Store with artists/educators Betsy McKenna and Barbara Rucci. Guided by their new book "Art Workshop for Children," Betsy and Barbara will lead young artists and their families in the best ways to approach the creative process. Join us for one of 25 great art activities featured in their book, then buy a copy to take home to try the other fun ideas at 2:00 p.m.
Nov 19 Illustoria Magazine and Artist Hervé Tullet at Bank Street Book Store - Illustoria, a cool new magazine for creative kids and their grown-ups, teams up with awesome artist Hervé Tullet to celebrate the launch of the magazine's second issue. Celebrate all kinds of artful endeavors with Hervé and Illustoria founder Joanne Chan at Bank Street Book Store on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. This event is open to all ages, making it a perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon family-style.
Nov 20 Flight Time Featuring "Fearless Flyer: Ruth Law and Her Flying Machine" - It was exactly 100 years ago when pilot Ruth Law completed her record-breaking flight from Chicago to New York. To commemorate the occasion, author Heather Lang and artist Raul Colon to present "Fearless Flyer: Ruth Law and Her Flying Machine." Discover loads of information just right for young listeners about how aviation has been shaped by courageous people like Ruth It's an inspiring moment in history -- one well worth sharing with kids AND parents at 2 pm..

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French Institute: Alliance Francaise - 2 East 60th Street Between Park & Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022 offers preschool classes, storytelling in their library and special family and school events. Call 212. 355-6100.
Dec 10 Make Believe Day! See a screening of Princes and Princesses by filmmaker Michel Ocelot, 2000. Animation. In French with English subtitles. Bring your petit to discover the fantastical world of Michel Ocelot, a master-teller of fairy tales and one of France’s most creative animation artists. Ocelot plays with the definition of the traditional fairy tale, placing some of the stories in unexpected settings and finishing each with both a surprise ending and more traditional moral. Kids are encouraged to dress up in their favorite, silliest, most serious, wackiest costume to attend the screening and get in the make-believe mood! Screenings of Ocelot’s Princes and Princesses will be followed by snacks and hands-on activities inspired by the film.
Film showing at 11:30 for ages 3-4 Following the screening, kids get a turn to tell their own story, just like the students in the movie did. Using stickers, inspiration from the film, and a bit of magic, by the end of the afternoon, their own fairy tales will come to life!
Film showing at 2 pm for ages5-7. Following the screening, kids dance with New York choreographer Jessica Williams in a special workshop to learn key steps from different periods throughout history. The afternoon will culminate in a dance party where they can combine the steps they’ve learned with their own favorite moves. From 2-4pm.
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Vital Theatre Company brings together an array of diverse musical performances based on some favorite books for children ages 2-7 at various venues in Manhattan. Call 212.579-0528 or visit http://vitaltheatre.org for more information.
Nov 1-Dec 31 Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas - based on the book written by JANE O'CONNOR and illustrated by ROBIN PREISS GLASSER with performances on
Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm and selected weekdays from November 19th through Dec 31st, 2016 at Theater at Blessed Sacrament -152 West 71st Street, Just East of Broadway.

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The Children’s Museum of the Arts

Join Children's Museum of the Arts as they open their doors and celebrate their new home!

The Children’s Museum of the Arts - 103 Charlton St. NY offers children and families in opportunity to explore art in new ways. Admission - Adult $11, Child $11, Infant (0-12 mos) FREE, Seniors (65+) FREE, CMA Members FREE. Pay as You Wish Thursday 4-6pm. For more information visit http://cmany.org or call (212) 274-0986. Travel outdoors with the museum when they visit the Bronx Zoo this summer and have their Art Colony Camp on historic Governors Island. check their website for more information.

Opening Exhibition: GAME ON!


Game On!, is an exhibition about our passion for sport and how it has defined our individual and collective identities. Throughout history, the world of games —with its inversions of mastery, dependence on chance and reliance on both verbal and physical play—has intrigued and inspired visual artists. Game On! presents works by contemporary artists who take a reflective, critical or inspired look at sport and how we play the game. Addressing issues of identity, power, heroism, nostalgia, popular culture and gender, Game On! highlights a variety of media that reminds us that within every ruled system, there exists potential for creativity and exploration. Shown through September 4.
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New Museum First Saturdays for Families



New Museum – at 235 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, is New York's premier museum for contemporary art. New Museum First Saturdays for Families are free of charge. This program is designed and recommended for families with children aged between four and fifteen years, and includes free New Museum admission for up to two adults per family at 10 am . Children under eighteen are always admitted free. No preregistration is required. Space is limited and tickets are given out on a first-come, first-served basis. Your entire party must be present; tickets will not be given to partial parties. Call 212.219.1222 or visit www.newmuseum.org/
First Saturdays for Families: New Museum educators will offer family-friendly tours of current exhibitions during the two-hour period. New Museum First Saturdays for Families are free of charge. This program is designed and recommended for families with children aged between four and twelve years, and includes free New Museum admission for up to two adults per family. Children under eighteen are always admitted free. No preregistration is required. Space is limited and tickets are given out on a first-come, first-served basis. Your entire party must be present; tickets will not be given to partial parties.
Dec 4 First Saturday for Families: Science Fair - Join us for the second annual family “Science Fair,” an interactive showcase of projects from NEW INC, the New Museum’s incubator for practices at the intersection of science, art, and technology. As part of the event, visit the city’s tiniest natural history museum, discover the design process of 3-D printing, and test out new building blocks that combine technology and play! Museum educators will facilitate hands-on demonstrations with participants.
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Whitney Museum of American Art

– 99 Gansevoort St opens in its' new building in downtown Manhattan between the Highline and Hudson River. Their new building at 99 Ganesvoort will offer a larger space to display their extensive collection. Call (212) 570-3600. Admission is Adults $22, Seniors/Students $18, Members Free Under 18 Free
Visit their website http://whitney.org or contact info@whitney.org. Enjoy their special childrens section at http://whitney.org/ForKids.

OPEN STUDIO for Families with Kids of All Ages - Get creative in the Whitney’s new Hearst Artspace! Families are invited to make their own artworks inspired by works on view in their exhibitions. This month explore how Frank Stella blurs the boundaries between painting and sculpture in his artwork from 2:30-4:30pm. Location: Floor Three, Laurie M. Tisch Education Center, Hearst Artspace / Fifth Floor Outdoor Gallery (weather permitting) Tickets are required; every adult and child must reserve a ticket to attend this program. $10 per child, plus Museum admission ($22 adults; $18 seniors. Museum admission is free for members and children under 18).
STROLLER TOUR: Human Interest: Portraits from the Whitney’s Collection– parents with babies 0-18 months join Whitney Teaching Fellows, PhD candidates in art history, on engaging tours that highlight works in the exhibition Collected by Thea Westreich Wagner and Ethan Wagner. Tours are for new moms and dads when the Museum is closed to the public. Crying babies are welcome! Tickets are required; every visitor in your party must have a ticket. $25 per adult, plus Museum admission ($22 adults, $18 seniors, free for members and children under 18). Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged.


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The Children’s Museum of Manhattan – 212 West 83rd St. offers three floors of exhibits for children from toddlers to teens. Programs include workshops and parenting seminars. PlayWorks™ - help families prepare children to enter school ready to learn and grow by combining play and learning, Sing, move their body and use their listening ears to hear special stories. providing Kindergarten Readiness Skills for ages 4 & younger. Call 212.721.1234 or check cmom.org. Admission is $11, children under 1 free. Senior fee is $7. Target First Friday Night offers free admission the first Friday of the Month from 5 pm – 8 pm.
Special Exhibit:


I Approve This Message - History! Inspiration! Join in the excitement of the 2016 presidential election cycle. I Approve This Message offers children a clever introduction to our American heritage with a 40-foot display of framed historical documents complete with authentic autographs from every American president and even a few first ladies! These notable objects are part of the private collection of the late Fred B. Tarter.
In addition to learning about our electoral process, children can feel the power of the Oval Office, and enjoy a photo-op while sitting at a pretend-play presidential desk and signing documents similar to those featured in the display. Add a signature to a wall-hanging for potential future presidents. Cast a vote in a faux voting booth. Participate in presidential-related scavenger hunts. Create a presidential seal. Make a snazzy slogan button to promote their candidacy. Children ages 2 and up learn fascinating facts about the presidency through December 31, 2016.


America to Zanzibar – explores the world of Muslin art. Children can explore ancient trade routes on a two story Indian Ocean dhow (boat) or on a camel. They’ll thrill to the excitement of a global market place as they pretend to buy, sell and trade fruit, fish, spice, ceramic, textiles, and rugs. The exhibit environment is rich with art, architecture and design elements from across the globe. Children and adults alike will marvel at a 3D exploration of mosque architecture from the Maldives to China. Original works by emerging American Muslim artists join traditional art forms including intricately designed tiles, ornate ceramics, and complex patterned rugs. There’s even an interactive replica/interpretation of a Pakistani truck, recognized as a “moving work of art” for children to decorate.
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The Museum of the City of New York
City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection.
Museum of the City of New York - 1220 Fifth Avenue at 104th Street will celebrate the art and history of New York.with family programs. Free with suggested admission: $20 for families, $10 for adults, free for children under age 13. Call 212.534-1672 or visit for their website for more information. Family Programs are free with Museum admission and for members, are geared to families with children ages 6-12 years old, and include a snack. Programs are designed for adults and children to participate in activities together.
On-Going Workshops: From 11 am - 2 pm.

MY CITY LAB: People and Places - From Alexander Hamilton to Jay Z and Central Park to Times Square, New York City is full of notable people and places! Join us in exploring the exhibitions Picturing Prestige: New York Portraits, 1700-1860 and Activist New York to learn about iconic moments in New York history, past and present. Through hands-on activities, children and adults will work together to discover images from our exhibitions and work with various materials to make meaningful connections. Activities on weekends from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Dec 3 Ailey Arts In Education Dance & Music Demonstration - inspired Ailey’s career as an iconic choreographer. The performance is open to families with children of all ages and begins promptly at 1:00 pm.- 3pm.Arrive early for a great seat and enjoy the exhibition after the performance!
Dec 4 Santa and the City Family Day – So Santa was a New Yorker! Stories of Saint Nicholas date back more than a millennium, but it was four 19th-century New Yorkers—John Pintard, Washington Irving, Clement Clark Moore, and Thomas Nast—who shaped the image of Santa Claus as we know him today. From Pintard's push to make St. Nicholas the patron saint of the city to Irving's early description and Nast's enduring images to Moore's poem "Twas the Night Before Christmas," Santa's New York roots are undeniable. This holiday installation features a examples of Santa in the city from the Museum's collections. Celebrate this opening exhibit with a chance to take a picture with Santa and then decorate a frame to go with the picture from 1pm-5pm.
Dec 4 Music to My Ears - From jazz to hip hop, countless musical moments have flourished in New York City. Enjoy a day of looking, listening, and exploring the groundbreaking exhibition New York at Its Core, which spotlights some of the musicians, composers, poets, and performers whose contributions made a long lasting impact on the city and beyond. Then, work with instruments and listen to historical recordings to inspire the creation of your own sound maker. At 11:00am and 2:00pm
Dec 10-24 New York at Its Core - What made New York New York? Follow the story of the city’s rise from a striving Dutch village to today’s “Capital of the World,” and consider its future in our changing world. Held on Dec 10, 17-18, and 24 at 11 am.
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum - 1071 Fifth Avenue (at 89th Street) New York, NY 10128-0173 is an internationally renowned art museum and one of the most significant architectural icons of the 20th century designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Founded on a collection of early modern masterpieces, the Guggenheim Museum today is an ever-growing institution devoted to the art of the 20th century and beyond. Families can experience special exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, Workshop and classes for children, teens and adults, and daily tours of the galleries led by museum educators. for more information visit http://www.guggenheim.org/

Family Kiosk - on weekends visit the Family Kiosk to pick up an activity pack for an engaging museum visit. Filled with thought-provoking activities and games, the Family Activity Packs provide all the tools for an engaging self-guided tour, including activity guides, sketchbooks, colored pencils, and more. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Guggenheim Launches New Multimedia Architecture Guide for Kids - A major draw for visitors to the Guggenheim is the unique architecture of the Frank Lloyd Wright building. To share how Wright’s design is special, the Guggenheim created a multimedia guide about the building—and now has launched a companion guide designed especially for kids ages 7 to 12. The new guide explores the landmark structure from various points of view and helps kids discover special locations and architectural features, including the exact center of the rotunda, a staircase shaped like a football, and the Aye Simon Reading Room, tucked away behind its distinctive, keyhole-shaped entry.Interacting with the guide, kids are encouraged not only to learn about the history and architecture of the museum, but to discover and share their own ideas about the building. It is available for download on visitors' personal devices as part of the Guggenheim’s app or it may be accessed on devices that can be borrowed free of charge at the museum.

A Year With Children 2016 - This exhibit showcases works of art by children in grades 2–6 from 12 public schools in all five boroughs who participated in the Learning Through Art program. View more than 100 works including collages, drawings, found objects, installations, paintings, poems and prints centered on the themes of culture, history, identity, nature, sense of place and tradition. All ages.

Just Drop In! - Explore exhibition highlights through creative interactive projects in the galleries. For families with children ages 3–10 on Sundays from 1–4 pm. Free with museum admission.

Family Tour and Studio Workshop - Families with children ages 5 and up following an interactive gallery tour, family members enjoy creating artwork in our studio. This Sunday, families with children ages 5 and up are invited to explore the work in Alberto Burri: The Trauma of Painting and Photo-Poetics: An Anthology, on view through January 6, and create your own artistic compositions in our studio. Group rates include admission for two adults and up to four children, workshop materials, and a guided tour. Select Sundays, from 10:30 am–1 pm. $30 per family, $20 members, free for Family and Kids Club Members.

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Scandinavian House - Heimbold Family Children's Learning Center at 58 Park Avenue at 37th Street offers an introduction to Scandinavian culture to young people. For reservations, call 212.847.9740 or email event_reservation@amscan.org. No reservations are necessary for Saturday Morning Storytelling.
Visit www.scandinaviahouse.org/events_kids.

The Heimbold Family Children’s Playing and Learning Center is open to the public on Saturday for toddlers and up from 12—5 pm. . This premier indoor learning and play space for children integrates the best of Scandinavian design while emphasizing early childhood sensory perception. Admission is $10/child. Free to ASF Family Associate and above Members – these Members may only bring guests on Saturday for $10/child. Open to ASF Family Associate and above Members only: Tuesday—Friday, 12—5 pm. Please note that children must be walking on their own to be admitted.

Weekly Workshops for Kids - Toddlers can put their eager little hands and curious minds into Nordic themes and materials in summer installments of morning workshops in the Heimbold Family Children’s Playing and Learning Center. And later in the day, bigger kids, ages 4 – 8, can play and get creative working on Nordic themes of the day at fun activity stations. Starting their fall season on September 9 on Wednesdays @ 11 am for ages toddler+ & Wednesdays @ 3 pm for ages 4 – 8. $7 ASF Family Associate and above Members with Playing and Learning Center Pass only.
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American Museum of Natural History - Central Park West at 79th St. will offer family adventures for this winter. Suggested donation is $19 for adults, $14.50 for seniors and students, $10.50 for children 2-12. children under 2 free.


The Titanosaur Exhibit – this Museum is known for dazzling generations of young people with their collection of dinosaurs and their newest addition will bring even more excitement. In January 2016, the Museum added another must-see exhibit to its world-famous fossil halls: a cast of a 122-foot-long dinosaur. This species is so new that it has not yet been formally named by the paleontologists who discovered it. Paleontologists suggest this dinosaur, a giant herbivore that belongs to a group known as titanosaurs, weighed in at around 70 tons. The species lived in the forests of today’s Patagonia about 100 to 95 million years ago, during the Late Cretaceous period, and is one of the largest dinosaurs ever discovered. The new, much larger occupant grazes the gallery’s approximately 19-foot-high ceilings, and, at 122-foot, is just a bit too long for its new home. Instead, its neck and head extend out towards the elevator banks, welcoming visitors to the “dinosaur” floor. At the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.
The Butterfly Conservatory: Tropical Butterflies Alive in Winter - The butterflies are Back! an annual favorite visited by millions of children and adults, returns to the American Museum of Natural History on October 12. Celebrating its thirteenth year at the Museum, this highly popular winter attraction transforms the iciest day into a summer escape, inviting visitors to mingle with up to 500 fluttering, iridescent butterflies among blooming tropical flowers and lush green vegetation in 80-degree temperatures. The Butterfly Conservatory is on view through May 30, 2015. To find out more about their family programs visit their website. Admission is $24 for adults and $14 for children includes admission.
Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Secret Ocean is directed Jean-Michel Cousteau, son of ocean pioneer Jacques Cousteau, and marine biologist Holly Lohuis take viewers on a breathtaking journey underwater. Audiences will see more than 30 species of marine animals, including animals seldom seen by even the most experienced divers, such as Christmas tree worms, basket stars, banded cleaner shrimp, and fishes such as gobies and blennies. Animals captured for the first time thanks to the development of new tools that allow underwater filming in 3D and other new techniques. At Samuel j. and Ethel LeFrak, first floor at various times.
Sackler Educational Laboratory for Comparative Genomics and Human Origins - Visit the Sackler Lab to handle casts of hominid skulls, learn about DNA and the human brain, and ask a scientist your questions. For families with children 8 years old and up. Registration Information: The Lab is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Location: The Lab is located on the first floor, in the Spitzer Hall of Human Origins. Cost: Free on weekends with museum admission
Gateway Storytime in the Discovery - a Monday morning story hour for children 2 ½ to 5 years of age. Space is limited and tickets are distributed at the Discovery Room on a first come, first served basis for sessions at 10:15 and 11:15. All visitors must have general admission tickets to obtain Gateway Storytime passes.
Meet the Scientist in the Discovery Room.
Welcome to MicroRangers! participate in this new mobile game. MicroRangers is recruiting... and they want you! Team up with scientists to explore Museum exhibits and protect biodiversity. MicroRangers is a new mobile game at the Museum that shrinks you down to microscopic size and sends you into exhibits to combat threats to biodiversity. Nine MicroCrises await—real-world scenarios involving microorganisms— starting in the 1st floor Hall of Biodiversity. For advanced game players, marshall your resources to take on the 6th Extinction. Armed with the mobile app and a free Communicator Coin, augmented characters - both microbes and scientists - will send you on missions and help you along the way. Have fun while you learn how even the smallest things can make a big difference. MicroRangers employs a range of technologies to: geolocate you within the Museum, offer augmented animated characters to guide you, and provide mini-games that bring the dioramas to life.
Oct 1 – May 6 2017 Celebrate Culture! Celebrate Pacific Northwest Cultures - Visitors are invited to experience the cultures represented in the iconic Hall of Northwest Coast Indians through a series of live activities guided by Museum educators. Enjoy the interactive digital totem, a touch-screen portal to the peoples, places, and sounds of the Pacific Northwest. Tour the Hall via telepresence robot with a virtual guide—Sean Young from the Haida Gwaii Museum. Get hands-on and explore Pacific Northwest artifacts with Museum guides.
Oct 22 Family Astronomy - The Hayden Planetarium invites our youngest astronomers for an evening of star hopping as you look at the fall and winter constellations using the Zeiss Mark IX Star Projector. Learn how to navigate the night sky and see whether you can find the celestial objects hiding in plain sight. Note: Recommended for children ages 4–11.
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The DiMenna Children's History Museum at the New York Historical Society located at 170 Central Park West at Richard Gilder Way (77th Street). Telephone (212) 873-3400 is the newest museum for children in the city. This is first museum bringing American history to life through the eyes of children.The Museum offers young people 8 and older an opportunity to explore American history through the eyes of iconic New Yorkers when they were kids. Children can meet Founding Father Alexander Hamilton; James McCune Smith, the son of a slave who became the first African-American doctor; Esteban Bellán, the first Latino to play professional baseball; and Cornelia van Varick, daughter of a 17th century textile worker. Free with admission: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, educators or active members of the military, $12 for students, $6 for children ages 5-13, free for kids under 5. Pay what you wish on Friday from 6-8 pm.

Little New-Yorkers - each class for ages 2-4 held every Tuesday and Friday at 3:30 will include story readings, time with historic toys, free exploration, a special Little New-Yorkers hello song, and time in DCHM OR a craft project. The time in DCHM/craft project will alternate each week. Some of the upcoming stories are Larry Gets Lost in NYC, Don't Let the Pigeon Ride the Bus, The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge, New York from Above, and Knuffle Bunny.
NEW EXHIBIT AND SPECIAL FAMILY EVENTS
The Art and Whimsy of Mo Willems Exhibition– In this exhibition organized by the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, explore Mo Willems’ beloved children’s book characters who speak with a distinctly New York accent, from Trixie’s very first Brooklyn “Aggle Flaggle Klabble!” utterance to the Nichols and May-esque comedy duo of Elephant and Piggie to a public transportation-obsessed Pigeon. This spring, the New-York Historical Society presents The Art and Whimsy of Mo Willems, a rollicking journey across a career that started on Sesame Street and led to a laundromat in Park Slope. The Art and Whimsy of Mo Willems exhibition brings together original art, sketches, and inspirational drawings from Willem's most popular series, plus stand-alone classics such as Leonardo the Terrible Monster and That is NOT a Good Idea!. It displays the efforts behind the effortlessness, the seriousness behind the silliness, and the desire, as Willems says, “to think of my audience, not for my audience.” His ability to crisply weave together life lessons and humor creates artful volumes that speak to all, regardless of size. Special family events include:
Special Ongoing Events:
It's the Summer of Hamilton at the New-York Historical Society and the DiMenna Children's History Museum! Celebrate the life and remarkable achievements of the man who played a leading role in the founding of the United States. On Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 am – 4 pm. Travel into the past to meet the real inhabitants of the world of Alexander Hamilton! Each weekend in July and August, different Living Historians dressed as soldiers or civilians from up to 250 years ago will be stationed throughout the New-York Historical Society ready to answer your questions and share their stories about life in Hamilton’s time. Free with Museum Admission
Macy's Sunday Storytime - From the seventeenth century to the twenty-first, through fiction and through fact, hear tales of NYC and the people who made it great at 11:30 am. Free with museum admission.
The Civil War in 50 Objects Family Scavenger Hunt - Based on the book The Civil War in 50 Objects by Harold Holzer and the New-York Historical Society, this hunt takes families around all four floors of our museum to find hidden Civil War objects. Can you spot the daguerrotype of a former slave? What about the painting of lieutenant Henry B. Hidden? Print out the hunt here, and bring it in for one free children's admission! Weekends from 10 am- 5pm.
Artistic Detectives - Every first Saturday! Look, imagine, draw and create! Families explore history through art making in this educator-led gallery and studio program. Participants will be inspired by different paintings in the galleries and will then create their own personal masterpieces. Space is limited to the first thirty participants. Recommended for ages 5 - 9.
Cross-Stitch Circle - Drop in to try your skills at one of the oldest forms of embroidery in the world! Free with Museum admission on Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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New York Historical Society located at 170 Central Park West at Richard Gilder Way (77th Street). Telephone (212) 873-3400 will celebrate The Summer of Hamilton with special activities to learn about the life of Alexander Hamilton.
Living History Weekends – The Hamilton family theme continues every weekend when historical reenactors―portraying Revolutionary War soldiers, Hamilton himself, or other figures from the colonial and early republic eras―will be stationed at New-York Historical, ready to bring Hamilton’s history to life. In the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, children and their parents will learn about Hamilton’s childhood at an interactive pavilion that explores how growing up in the Caribbean and seeing the harsh treatment of slaves helped influence his opposition to slavery. Families can also use the Museum’s Hamilton Family Activity and Guide to explore Hamilton-related artifacts in a kid-friendly way.
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The Morris-Jumel Mansion - built in 1765 as a summer villa offers families an opportunity to explore Manhattan’s oldest house and enjoy educational activities. For more information call 212.923-8008.
Aug 1-5 Garden Camp for Kids - if your child loves the great outdoors, animals, science, and crafts, garden camp may be the perfect way for them to spend a week at Morris-Jumel. Gardener Karen leads a fun-filled schedule of planting, exploring, observing, and creating around the historic grounds of the mansion. No two days are the same, and getting a little dirty is happily encouraged! Recommended for children 5-11 years of age. From 10am – 2pm. Parent or legal guardian must be present. Advanced registration required. Space is limited. Emaileducation@morrisjumel.org to register. $5 per child per day.
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The Poets House Children’s Room - at 10 River Terrace in Battery Park City enjoy an afternoon of poetry activities for children. Free and open to the public, the Constance Laibe Hays Children's Room is a playful, creative space filled with the best of children's poetry books as well as old-fashioned typewriters, a card catalogue filled with poetic objects to trigger the imagination and inspire writing, stuffed animals and cozy reading areas. Children and their adults are invited to visit during Children's Room hours. Tiny Poets Time, a free weekly poetry program for toddlers, takes place in the Children's Room on Thursdays at 10:00am and features poetry readings and poetry-related activities for children ages three and under and their adults. Free poetry programs for children featuring renowned children's authors and illustrators are offered throughout the year. Free class trips can also be arranged. . Programs are for children ages four to ten unless otherwise noted. Online visit their Inspiration Room. Call 212.431-7920.

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Studio Museum in Harlem – 144 West 125th Street, New York, New York. Museum Hours: Thursday and Friday:12pm-9pm, Saturday: 10am-6pm, and Sunday: 12pm-6pm. Admission: Suggested donation: Adults $7.00, Seniors and students (with valid id) $3.00., and free for members and children under 12. Target Free Sundays: Free admission every Sunday thanks to the support of Target. Call (212) 864-4500 or visit http://www.studiomuseum.org. To attend programs, please RSVP to education@studiomuseum.org.

Nov 27 Healing Devices Families join in the spirit of generating and celebrating positive energy through an art-making experience inspired by inHarlem: Rudy Shepherd, a site-specific installation in Jackie Robinson Park. Use your hands as art-making tools as you create artwork using clay and paint! From 2PM – 4PM
Nov 30 Lil' Studio - Make music together in this acoustic and visual edition of Lil' Studio! Inspired by the photograph The Wannabe Musician Behind His Car (1971) by Malick Sidibe, help your little ones create and decorate a miniature guitar! Explore connections between art and music as you rock out and sing along to a story about music!.Lil' Studio is free, refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is required.
Dec 8 Professional Development for Pre-K Teachers: Reflections on Self, Family and Community -Pre-K Teachers are invited to a professional development day that will focus on ways in which contemporary art can support Pre-K instruction. Teachers will look closely at works on view in Black Cowboy during a guided tour, and practice approaches to connecting to multiple aspects of Pre-K units of study, including All About Us and Where We Live. During an art-making workshop, participants will engage in exploration of materials and discuss strategies to bring back to their school community. Participants will gather Museum tools and resources that connect to the New York State Pre-Kindergarten Foundation to the Common Core Standards. Don't miss the chance to learn about resources for educators, upcoming programs, and opportunities for your school or early childhood center! Reservation necessary. From 9AM- 1PM


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Jewish Museum - 1109 5th Ave at 92nd St, NYC, Admission is Adults $12, Seniors (65 and over with ID) $10, Students (full-time with valid ID) $7.50, Children (under 12) Free Saturdays* 11:00 am - 5:45 pm. Call 212.423-3200. www.thejewishmuseum.org.
Family Drop In Workshop – children ages 3 and up can join every Sunday from 1-4 pm to paint, draw, sculpt or craft a work of art inspired by exhibitions on view with different themes each week. Free with Museum Admission.
Archaeological Dig Drop-In - Second Sundays Dig Drop-in – children ages ages 3 to 10 can enjoy simulated archaeological dig is open for families on the second Sunday of each month from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. Free with Museum Admission.

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Museum of Modern Art - 11 West 53 Street New York, NY 10019 (212) 708-9400 has weekend programs for families. Admission is free. Preregistration is required for some programs. Early registration is necessssary, programs are very popular and waiting list request are often available. Visit http://www.moma.org/learn/kids_families/iindex. Visitors were asked to share their MOMA stories with messages, poems, and ideas which were displayed on a museum wall see what they had to say on I went to MOMA .... For tips on exploring MoMA with your family this summer, visit MoMA.org/familyvisit. Spark your creativity this month at MoMA! In Material Lab you can touch, assemble, and create with a multitude of materials, or try out different painting techniques using a new digital painting program from Microsoft. Stop by before or after visiting MoMA's galleries. Children's programs fill up quickly pre registration is necessary for some programs. Admission is Adults $25, Seniors - (65 and over with ID)$18, Students(full-time with current ID)$14, Children (16 and under)Free. Admission is free for all visitors during UNIQLO Free Friday Nights, held every Friday evening from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tickets for UNIQLO Free Friday Nights are not available in advance. Your UNIQLO Free Friday Night ticket permits you to all other Museum galleries, exhibitions, and films.
Summer Visit Suggestions - What to do in MOMA until the Fall programs returns- Bring your family to The Museum of Modern Art this summer and explore The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden. Walk around and look at sculptures from various angles. How does a sculpture look different as you move around it? Then try this: pick a sculpture and sketch a detail from several different perspectives. What do you notice that you didn't see before? Headed into the galleries? Be sure to pick up their gallery resources when revisiting old favorites or discovering new works of art. Listen to a kids' audio guide for the exhibition Edgar Degas: A Strange New Beauty or explore architectural models in A Japanese Constellation: Toyo Ito, SANAA, and Beyond. Catch them before they leave. Feeling inspired by the artists you saw in the galleries? Tap into your own creativity in the interactive space Art Lab: Process. Experiment with materials, practice art techniques, and continue making connections to the Museum's collection with your kids. Extended through January 2, 2017.
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Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden - 421 East 61st Street, New York, 212 838-6878, http://mvhm.org/ right in the heart of the city discover one of the seven oldest buildings in New York city named for George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Admission is $8 Adults, $7 Seniors and Students with ID. Free for Children under 12 accompanied by an adult. Free for Museum Members. The Museum offers the following programs:

Monthly Storytime - Join on the third Friday of every month for historically-themed stories and activities, dress-up in the Children's Corner and role-play with the museum's Touch Collection. An optional brief tour of the period rooms will follow on November 20 - Historical Hats and December 18 - Winter Weather. For children 6 and under. Free with museum admission; free for museum members.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Arts - 1000 Fifth Avenue (at 82nd Street), New York, NY Phone: 212-535-7710. Visit //www.metmuseum.org.
Storytime in Nolen Library - Start with a book, then learn to look! After a story in the library's special corner for kids, head to the galleries on a treasure hunt For families weekdays at 10 am and 3 pm. with children ages 3–7. All family programs are free with Museum admission, and do not require tickets or reservations unless otherwise noted. Check schedule for changes.
Drop-in Drawing—Drawing in Pattern - Draw inspiration from original works of art! Join talented art instructors in the galleries for informal sketching fun. Open to visitors of all ages. Instruction repeats every 30 minutes; come and go as you like. Materials are provided. This session is held in conjunction with the New Galleries for the Art of the Arab Lands, Turkey, Iran, Central Asia, and Later South Asia. Free with Museum admission.
Start with Art at the Met/Start with Art at the Met Plus - Look, sketch, and listen to stories to get a head start on art. Start with Art at the Met Plus includes art-making activities. For families with children ages 3–7 on Tues at 2:30 pm, Thurs at 3:30 pm, Fri at 4:30 pm, Sat at 11 am and 2:30 pm. All family programs are free with Museum admission, and do not require tickets or reservations unless otherwise noted.
Charles H. Tally Holiday Monday Family Programs - Take a day to play at the Museum on select Met Holiday Mondays throughout the year. (The Museum is closed on Mondays unless otherwise noted.) All family programs are free with Museum admission, and do not require tickets or reservations unless otherwise noted at 11 am, 12 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:30 pm. For families with children ages 5–12.
Art Trek/Art Trek Plus - Be an art explorer! Take a new voyage around the globe every time you visit the Met. Art Trek Plus includes a performance or other surprises on weekends at 11 am and 2:30 pm. For families with children ages 5–12.
How Did They Do That? Deccani Miniature Paintings - Peek at technique and learn—through handling tools and materials—how works of art were created. This program is held in conjunction with the exhibition Sultans of Deccan India, 1500–1700: Opulence and Fantasy on weekends from 1:30–2:00 p.m. All family programs are free with Museum admission.
Nov 5 World Culture Festival: Epic Stories - Travel the globe through stories and songs! Discover larger-than-life characters and tales with family and friends through performances, interactive gallery activities, and artist-led workshops for all ages. From12:00–5:00 P.M.
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The Cloisters - 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, Fort Tryon Park in Northern Manhatan, New York, 212-923-3700 or 212-650-2280 - Children ages 4 through 12 and their families are invited for an hour-long workshop at The Cloisters museum and gardens, the branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe on weekends. Free with Museum admission. Museum is open Tuesday–Thursday, Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Closed Monday (except Met Holiday Mondays), Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. Recommended Admission: Adults – $25, Seniors (65 and older) - $17, Students $12, Members –Free, Children under 12 (accompanied by an adult) Free. Family workshops at 1 pm are free with Museum admission.
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El Museo del Barrio, New York’s leading Latino cultural institution, welcomes visitors of all backgrounds to discover the artistic landscape of Puerto Rican, Caribbean, and Latin American cultures. Located at 1230 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10029 between 104th St and 105th St. 212.831.7272 Open Tues – Sat From 11AM TO 6PM ADMISSION - $9 Adults, $ 5 Students and Seniors, Free for Members and children under 12. Free for Seniors on Wednesdays. Free every third Saturday of the month for Super Sábado
Coqui Club - learn, play, explore, and grow at El Museo’s bilingual program for their tiniest visitors. Join them on the first Wednesday of each month and embark on an adventure to discover new ways of interacting with art and each other. With time for play, storytelling, museum walks, and art making, Coquí Club provides a fun and active way to explore El Museo and enjoy creative themes together. Program length: 60 minutes. Recommended for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers. No reservations required, first come first served. Dress for a mess!* FIRST SESSION: 9:30am-10:30am. SECOND SESSION: 11:00am-12:00pm. Please note, this program is not for groups. Next sessions Aug 3 and Sep 7.
SUPER SÁBADO! Free Third Saturdays @ El Museo -Bring la familia and enjoy a fun-filled day at El Museo! Throughout the year, we open our doors to everyone interested in exploring the vibrancy and diversity of Latino Culture through free art-making workshops, storytelling, concerts, and more. Stop by our arteXplorers Family Corner, where you can pick up fun and educational activity cards to help you explore Las Galerías and learn more about our offerings for families.
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Park Department

Central Park:

Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater – at 79th St enter at Central Park West and 81 St enjoy the puppet show on weekends for the holiday. Additional show on Wednesdays at 2:30pm; Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm Tickets are $10/adults, $7/children under 12. Call 212.988.9093. http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/swedish_cottage.html Little Red Riding Hood- enjoy this telling of a modern Red Riding Hood who is distracted by her telephone. Will she fall into the same fate her classic counterpart? A perfect theater going experience for very young audiences ages Ages 2-8. $10 for adults, $7 for children under age 12 Through December 30.
Wollman Rink – 62nd St mid park offers skating for the family. Call 212.517.4800.
Central Park Zoo – 64th St. and 5th Ave. is open daily from 10-4:30 pm on weekdays and 10 am – 5:30 pm on weekends. The Children’s Zoo at 64th and 5th Avenue is open 10 -4:30 pm. Call .
The Central Park Carousel at 6 4th and 5th Ave. is open 10 am – 4:45 on weekdays and 10 am – 5:45 on weekends (weather permitting). Call 212.879.0244.
Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street. is offering The Castle and its Kingdom Tour.
Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. Call 212-772-0210 for directions.
Chess & Checkers House - (Located inside the Park at 64th Street) – in Central Park, Manhattan's largest green space, with Chess & Checkers House staff. Rain or shine. FREE! All ages.
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Bryant Park;
Le Carrousel at Bryant Park - the carousel mid-park on the 40th Street side between 5th Ave and 6th Ave. was specially created to complement the park’s French classical style. Open 11:00am to 7: 00pm weather permitting. One ride is $3.00. Parents assisting children unable to ride solo will not be charged Buy a discounted card and enjoy 10 rides for $15. Le Carrousel Birthday Parties - Party packages available. For information, rates and reservations. Call 1-212-768-4242 ext. 129. Email: parties@urbanmgt.com.
Enjoy special events at Le Carrousel: from 1:00pm – 2:00pm.

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game!


Enjoy baseball in the boroughs of New York City!

New York Yankees
Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY 10451
phone: 718-293-4300 | fax: 718-681-8603
website: yankees.com
Babe Ruth. Mickey Mantle. Twenty-seven World Series championships. The Yankees may be the most storied franchise in sports. In 2009, the Bronx Bombers continued that winning tradition by claiming a World Series in their new, state-of-the-art stadium—just as they did back in 1923, the year they christened The House That Ruth Built


New York Mets
Citi Field
Flushing, NY 11368
phone: 718-507-8499 | fax: 718-507-7735
website: mets.com
New York's National League baseball team has experienced lows (a dismal 1962 debut campaign), highs (the 1969 "Miracle Mets" and the dominant 1986 squad) and everything in between. Mets fans recently welcomed a new era in state-of-the-art Citi Field, which echoes the design of Ebbets Field while also paying tribute to the team's Polo Grounds and Shea Stadium heritage.

Brooklyn Cyclones
MCU Park
1904 Surf Ave (at W. 17th St.)
Brooklyn, NY 11224
phone: 718-449-8497
website: brooklyncyclones.com
The Brooklyn Cyclones, the New York Mets' Class A minor league club, play in picturesque MCU Park—about an hour's subway ride from Midtown Manhattan. Situated in Coney Island, close to the ocean and local attractions like Deno's Wonder Wheel and Luna Park, the smell of salt air permeates the stadium. During night games, neon-colored fluorescent rings circling the ballpark's stadium lights lend a carnivalesque atmosphere to the setting. In the distance beyond the left field wall, fans can see the Cyclone roller coaster (the team's namesake) slowly rise and suddenly plunge on its first terrifying drop. The on-field competition of scrappy, hardworking ballplayers hearkens back to the good ol' days of Brooklyn baseball—as does the intimate setting, where the team can hear what fans yell out from the stands.

Staten Island Yankees
RCBK Ballpark at St George
Staten Island, NY 10301
phone: 718-720-9265 | fax: 718-273-5763
website: siyanks.com
Nicknamed the "Baby Bombers" the Yankees' Class A minor league team plays on the northeastern tip of Staten Island at Richmond County Bank Ballpark. With its prime waterfront location and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the stadium is widely recognized as one of the best in the minor leagues—and it's all just steps away from the Staten Island Ferry, which carries commuters to and from Manhattan at no charge.
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The Green Apple - Fleas, Markets and fruit picking!

Interested in a family fun project for the fall, try fruit picking. Check with the farms to make sure they are opened and still have a crop before going. For more information visit http://www.pickyourown.org (this site is strange so scroll down to see the information), the New Jersey Agricultural Department at http://www.state.nj.us/jerseyfresh/searches/pyo.htm and the New York Department of Agriculture at http://www.agmkt.state.ny.us/ Here is a few options.

Stone Ridge Orchard at Stone Ridge, NY, call 845 687-2587 or visit StoneRidgeOrchard.us
-Stone Ridge Orchard is a 200 year old farm in the heart of the Roundout Valley , which has been eco-certified since 2009. They are dedicated to sustainable agriculture. While not certified organic, they use the best practices available for our climate, including some organic pest control materials, mulches and some biodynamic practices. In addition to apples, you can pick your own berries and Asian pears too. They offer high quality fruit baked goods, cidar and more. Their farm market also sells other fresh local farm products and there's a cafe.

Mr Apple at High Falls, NY, call 845 687-0005 or visit MrApples.com
Mr Apple describes themselves as a different kind of farm. “We are a friendly, small-town size, non-commercial operation.” They are a low-spray orchard, which means they use fewer pesticides. They have a full variety of apples to pick so take a tranquil journey through scenic routes to Mr. Apples rustic Orchard.

Hanks Pumpkintown at 240 Montauk Highway, Watermill, call 631.726-4667 or visit http://hankspumpkintown.com
Hanks offers an array of fun Fall Farm activiites. Opening in mid September, they offer an entire corn maze park, wagon rides, a great playground and theatrical face painting. Families can enjoy a full day of activities. There are apples and pumpkins to pick and roasted sweet corn from the corn shack and a candy apples to enjoy before you leave.

Wickham's Fruit Farm at 28700 Route 25, Cutchogue, visit http://www.wickhamsfruitfarm.com/
Wickham's fruit is grown on some of the oldest continually cultivated land in the country, much of the farm dating from 1661. Wickham's Fruit Farm is an historic, bicentennial farm, beautiful to behold against the sparkling waters of Peconic Bay. Wickham’s offers a gorgeous water view and lots of history. They have a u-pick apple orchard with a variety of fruit in season. Children can also hop on a wagon ride, see an old-fashioned apple cider press in action, and enjoy one of Wickham's homemade and home-baked fresh donuts and apple cider. There is also home baked goods to buy. New this year, Wickham's requires membership to enter the orchard for u-pick. The form is on their website, as are the details. The cost is $20, which covers your whole family for the whole season.

Seven Ponds Orchard at 65 Seven Ponds Road, Water Mill, NY 11976 call (631) 726-8015
While many orchards offer dwarf "type" apple varieties, only Seven Ponds can lay claim to the fact that they specialize in them. With over 14 varieties of dwarf trees, you could spend all day in the little orchard with young children who can’t reach higher trees. They also offer red radio flyer wagons for you to carry your apples around in. Also enjoy their corn maize, hay rides, and a farm market with a bounty of fresh fruit and vegetables. They are also open weekdays.


Fort Salonga Farms at 30 Meadow Glen Rd, Northport, call (631)269-966 visit http://www.fortsalongafarm.com/
Fort Salonga Farms provides a low key, no frills approach, They offers the most westerly location on the Island. Fort Salonga Farms is a great place to hit if you want to get in, pick some apples, and get home for naptime. They offer plenty of dwarfed trees so that little hands can reach and pick. And, they also offer freshly extracted honey for sale at the farm stand that you shouldn't miss on the way out. It's important to check out their website, since their crop is smaller and they close from time to time to allow for more ripening.