Picks of the Week: May 28-June 2

Hope everyone had a relaxing Memorial Day! To begin the short work week, here’s a selection of events that’ll have you looking forward to the weekend.

Tuesday, May 28

Dinosaur Safari
The Bronx Zoo
10am-5pm
This summer the Bronx Zoo is journeying back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth. At Dinosaur Safari, visitors can view over two dozen animatronic dinos, dig for fossils, and see “Adaptations! A Dinosaur Musical,” a puppet show that reveals how dinosaurs were able to survive for centuries. Be sure to check the zoo’s website for ongoing special exhibit events. Dinosaur Safari runs through September 8. Tickets are $23.95 for children and $33.95 for adults (ages 13 and up).

Design Zone
The New York Hall of Science
9:30am-5pm
In Design Zone, NY Hall of Science’s newest exhibit, families will learn how the music, videogame, and amusement park industries use math and science everyday. Design Zone is divided into three sections: Music, Art, and Action. In the Music area, young music makers can mix their own music samples, scratch like a DJ on turntables, and put on a light show that syncs to hip hop beats. The Art zone allows kids to create 2D and 3D art and play physics-based games, while the Action section lets visitors design their own roller coaster rides and skate parks. Design Zone runs through September 1. Free with museum admission. Please note: The NY Hall of Science will have shortened hours (10 am-1 pm) on June 2.

Friday, May 31-Sunday, June 2

“The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly”
The New Victory Theater
Various times
After young Peggy’s parents’ packing business fails, incredible things start to happen. Even though Peggy can’t sing on key, she’s a girl on a mission to save her city. Ages 7 and up will learn the importance of self-respect and courage in this one-hour performance. Tickets are $25. Runs weekends through June 9.

Sunday, June 2

DayLife 2013
Orchard Street (between East Houston and Delancy Streets) on the Lower East Side, Manhattan
12pm-5pm
DayLife celebrates the food and fashion vendors of the Lower East Side. This free outdoor fest covers three blocks and will include activities like yoga classes, DJ lessons, facepainting, and badminton and urban croquet games. Also, stick around for Katz’s Deli’s Pastrami Eating Contest.

BAMkids

BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3&mdash;11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world.

Advantage QuickStart Tennis

A proven teaching method, customized by age and ability for ages 3 and up. Special kid-sized racquets and playing area, plus slower-bouncing balls, make it fun from day one!

New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

Summer Game Camp There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash; - Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers! - Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more! - Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch! - A digital campus! - Moderated chat hours! &nbsp; Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more! Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm &nbsp; Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp; &nbsp; Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together! &nbsp; Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.