Picks Of The Week: November 14-20

Monday, November 14
Canstruction at the World
Financial Center
220
Vesey Street
10am-6pm

A sure-fire weekend
highlight, we couldn’t help but recommend it just one more time. From replicas of Angry Birds to a cherry red
converse kick, this do-good art show it more than just eye candy. All 100,000
cans will be donated to City Harvest at the end of its run. —

Tuesday, November 15
Veggiecation Program At Whole Foods Upper West Side
808 Columbus Street
4-5pm

Elementary-aged kiddos can
head to Whole Foods for a free lesson in EAT YOUR VEGGIES! There, they’ll prepare just-for-them
recipes (like sautéed green beans) and take home a few free goodies to keep the
health train choo-chooing.

A Parents Panel On Gifted
Education
120 Warren
Street
6:30-8pm

New York Family Editor Eric Messinger will be moderating a panel in which elementary
school parents at many top “Gifted & Talented” programs in the
city (i.e. Hunter, Andersen, Nest, Lab, Speyer, etc.) will offer their
perspectives on district-wide, city-wide, public and private options as well as
the approaches to G&T Education in NYC.

Wednesday, November 16
Eastside Westside Music Together
Free Demo Class
308 E. 55^th
Street
9:30am

Parents and tots can
experience the fun of making melodies together, with the help of a trained music
professional. This class is offered as a preview for EWMT’s Winter 2012
semester.

Thursday, November 17
University Glee Club of NYC
Fundraise For The New York Society For Ethical Culture
2 West 64^th Street
7:30pm

Attention gleeks! Come here
the harmonies of 100 male chorus members from over 70 universities—from
classical tunes to Broadway music.

Friday, November 18
Sneak Peek: School of Rockwell At TADA! Youth Theater
15 West 28^th
Street
7pm

Be among the first to
enjoy musical numbers from the theater’s upcoming season, including songs from The History Mystery, Everything About School
(Almost) and a brand new musical still in the works. A post-show Q&A
with the cast will follow.

Saturday, November 19
The 20^th Annual
Holiday Train Show At The New York Botanical Garden
2900 Southern Boulevard (Bronx)
10am-6pm

The magic of the Annual
Holiday Train show returns! Marvel as model trains whiz by replicas of beloved
NYC landmarks (we can’t get enough of Yankee Stadium)—carved out of nuts and
assorted plant material. We can’t think of a better way to jumpstart the
holiday season!

Junior Detective Day At
The New York Police Museum
100 Old Slip
11am-2pm

Bring curious children
ages 5-14 to a day designed just for
them. They’ll solve crimes using fingerprinting and other investigation
techniques.

Sunday, November 20
92Y Tribeca Presents
Vanessa Trien Live
200 Hudson
Street
11am

Join Vanessa and her
make-you-want-to-dance band for feel-good songs that will leave you humming all
day long.

Beyond Planet Earth: The Future Of Space
Exploration At The American Museum of Natural History
79^th
Street
and Central Park West

Wannabe moon walkers
should head to the AMNH for the opening of Beyond
Planet Earth this weekend, an exhibit dedicated to the final frontier. Walk
through a recreation of Mars and check out a replica of a lunar habitat.

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, &amp; MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!

Color Me Mine

Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels. At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments. Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come. Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest. Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!

Monster Mini Golf

Upon entering Monster Mini Golf, all perceptions of traditional mini golf will be spirited away by the indoor, 18-hole, monster-theme, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course! The locations in <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Deer Park</a>, and <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/gardencity/">Garden City, NY</a> invite guests to experience a host of family-oriented fun activities. Whether visiting for the first time or the one hundredth, mini golfers feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst spooktacular monsters and custom, glow-in-the-dark, hand-painted artwork. While testing their skill on the fairways, lively music flows over the course from the unique &ldquo;WEIRD Radio&rdquo; station&rdquo; and an interactive DJ entertains golfers with contests, awarding cool prizes for the wackiest reasons. While the course is challenging enough for adults, it is also quite playable for children. Monster Mini Golf is open year-round and frightfully fun for the entire family. In addition to miniature golf and thrilling arcade and redemption games, the locations offer additional attractions. <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Monster Mini Golf in Deer Park, NY</a> offers a Laser Maze and a Virtual Reality experience. The Garden City location offers a Laser Maze, Bowling, and a Virtual Reality Experience. Two very posh, private party rooms are also available and are perfect for any event. Monster Mini Golf looks forward to making it a monstrous success. Monster Mini Golf is indoors, ensuring that the event will always take place, regardless of the weather. It is a climate-controlled, affordable source of family entertainment. For more details please visit <a href="http://monsterminigolf.com">monsterminigolf.com</a> or find them on Facebook.