This week, we’re
debuting a new feature here at newyorkfamily.com; at the beginning of each
week, our listings editor Sandy Krulwich, will pick her favorite family events
for each day of the week, ranging from great story times to share with babies
and toddlers to after-school fun for older kids. And this week and next, make
sure to also check out our running list of winter break camps and programs,
with fun and festive happenings at venues like CMOM, Prospect Park, the Queens Zoo, Jodi’s Gym and many
more.
Tuesday, February 22
"Paws and Books" at the Ottendorfer Branch of the New York Public Library
Kids can practice their reading skills and become more comfortable around dogs with this special story time, where guests can practice reading aloud to a
registered therapy dog. For more info, click here.
Wednesday, February 23
"Science and the Circus" at the New York Hall of Science
Let your kids
join the circus—for a day, that is—at the New York Hall of Science’s fun-filled
and informative performance, “Science and the Circus.” For more info, click here.
Thursday, February 24
Celebrate Reading And Dr. Seuss's Birthday With Target at the New York Public Library
Come party with
Target at The New York Public Library on Thursday, February 24th as it unveils
a 26-ft tall by 40-ft wide READ installation in celebration of Dr. Seuss's
birthday. For more info, click here.
Friday, February 25
Storytime at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Kids can listen to art
tales in the Children's Reading Room in Nolen Library at the Metropolitan
Museum of Art, before going on an exciting treasure hunt in the galleries. For more info, click here.
Saturday, February 26
GIRL POWER: The Fifth Annual Girls and Women in Sports Day
Bring your
daughters to the Chelsea Recreation Venue for a day of fun, fitness and
empowerment. Girls can have fun
while getting fit with volunteers from Asphalt Green, NY Road Runners,
Hunter College and Karma Kids Yoga who will host sports and fitness
clinics, arts & crafts projects, and more! In addition, Powerplay
NYC will host a self-esteem and empowerment workshop for girls. For more info, click here.
Sunday, February 27th
Randy Kaplan performs at 92 Y Tribeca for its BYOK Family Music Series
From Broadway hits to Delta blues and original songs, Kaplan's songs are unpredictable and infectiously funny, thus promising to be a hit with the kiddie crowd. But with covers of songs from greats like Bob Dylan and Leadbelly, the performance is also sure to have parents tapping their toes, too! For more info, click here.
Photo: Randy Kaplan; courtesy of 92 Y Tribeca.
