Weekend Planner: Fun Family Activities in NYC (March 14-16)

We Are Going On A Bear Hunt - Kenny Wax & Nick Brooke Productions — “We’re Going On A Bear Hunt” At Symphony Space
Credit: Bob Workman

Find out what’s new at the New Museum. From an exhibition that allows kids to paint on the walls to its sky room panorama, we’ve unearthed the 5 Things That Families Can Do Right Now at the downtown art museum.

Go Green! The big parade is just a part of all the fun events and activities for families celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Click here for our guide to the best happenings.

Read on for this weekend’s fun events, and for our full calendar of events, click here!

STARTING FRIDAY

Enjoy the 2014 Whitney Biennial with a series of family programs, from a stroller tour for new parents on Friday to an interactive tour for kids on Saturday. Get creative! (Friday-Saturday)

Karma Kids is offering a special Pajama Glow-in-the-Dark yoga class. At the end, there will be a dance party with cookies and milk. Namaste! (Friday)

The Museum of Mathematics is celebrating Pi Day. Expect exhibits, pizza, and guest speakers. Go STEM! (Friday)

STARTING SATURDAY

The popular chapter book “Peace, Love, And Cupcakes” has been turned into a musical at the Vital Theatre. Enjoy the show! (Saturday-April 26)

Puppet fans will love the translation of Leo Lionni’s beloved Caldecott Honor books into theatrical performances starring Swimmy, Frederick and Inch by Inch at the Tribeca PAC. Take your seat! (Saturday)

“We’re Going On A Bear Hunt” is a fun-filled family show at Symphony Space. Prepare for an adventure! (Saturday)

Meet the author and illustrator Kevin Henkes at Symphony Space as he discusses his creative process. Learn something new! (Saturday)

Nathaniel Olson, a baritone, and Kevin Murphy, a pianist, will perform a neighborhood concert at the Advent Lutheran Church in Manhattan, as presented by Carnegie Hall. Don’t miss this performance! (Saturday)

SUNDAY

Bring your little one to the night spot Le Poisson Rouge, which has been transformed into a childproof play area for a Baby Loves Disco party. Party down! (Sunday)

The New York Transit Museum’s is having families sew small pieces of fabric together to create a larger image, similar to how the tiles in subway stations form a bigger, beautiful image. Quilting bee time! (Sunday)

Rock out at the Jewish Museum to the Dirty Sock Funtime Band whose “carnival-like funk rock” is perfect for Purim. Sing along! (Sunday)

Join the 92Y for a Purim Carnival featuring games, a petting zoo, and a magic show. Have a ball! (Sunday)

Have fun with the Purim holiday at the JCC in Manhattan’s free family carnival, which will be filled with games, animals, face painting, and more. Be festive! (Sunday)

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the Merchant’s House will be conducting tours focused around the lives of Irish servants. Happy St Patrick’s Day! (Sunday)

TUESDAY

Jeff Kinney, author of the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, meets and greets fans at Symphony Space. Stop by! (Tuesday)

Brooklyn Music School

<span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For over a century, we at The Brooklyn Music School have strived to make the joy of music, dance and performance accessible to everyone no matter their age, background, or financial status. <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In addition to offering affordable in-person and online private and group music lessons, dance classes, after-school programs, and community outreach, we also provide space for&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brooklyn and NYC artists to perform in our 250-seat Spanish-style theatre. Come by for a night of live music, or join us for a class! <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit BrooklynMusicSchool.org to learn more, register for classes, or view our calendar for upcoming events.&nbsp;

Chickenshed NYC

Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed&rsquo;s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change. Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen. Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;