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Scarecrow Nights for Families at New York Botanical Garden
Bring the whole family to the New York Botanical Garden for a night of spooky fun. Explore the Whole Foods Market Trick-or-Treat Trail with the kids, or visit the live installation. This event is sure to get you and your little ones excited for Halloween night! (Friday-Saturday) Photo: Flickr/Keith Roper -
“The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe” at Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Four children step through an ordinary-looking wardrobe and enter a new world where they encounter talking beavers, a majestic lion and a terrifying ice queen. Introduce your children to the magical world of Narnia when you take them to “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center. This story will captivate any child, whether they are brand-new to The Chronicles of Narnia, or already seasoned fans of C.S. Lewis’ storied series! Recommended for ages 5 through 12. (Saturday) Photo: Tribeca Performing Arts Center -
"The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow" at Symphony Space
Enjoy a comedic version of the classic Irving tale, Sleepy Hollow, by puppetry troupe, Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers. As part of the “Just Kidding” series, this child-friendly production features shadow puppetry and rod puppets in celebration of the spooky season. (Saturday) Photo: Symphony Space -
The Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade
Does your doggy love dressing up for Halloween? If so, enter your pooch in the Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade! The doggies who strut the most creative costumes before the judges will walk away with almost a thousand dollars in prizes. Be sure to wear a costume, too! There’s a parade following the announcement of “Best in Show” that is sure to get you in the howl-o-ween spirit! (Saturday) Photo: Tompkins Square Dog Run -
Giant Pumpkin Weekend and Meet the Growers at New York Botanical Garden
This is your chance to see the biggest pumpkins around the country! In collaboration with the Giant Pumpkin Commonwealth, the weekend-long event will feature the display of giant pumpkins, Q&A with the growers, and photo ops. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: New York Botanical Garden -
Enchanted Wave Hill Weekend
Enjoy the magic of autumn during this special weekend event at Wave Hill. Create fairy houses and tiny wands with your little ones and catch a special concert by faculty members of the Bloomingdale School of Music during this enchanted seasonal celebration. Free with garden admission. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Wave Hill -
Dessert Goals
Dessert anyone? Head to Brooklyn this Sunday for Dessert Goals, NYC’s first-ever dessert festival! 20 of the city’s top dessert vendors will hand out mouthwatering treats to all in attendance. Sample delights from Doughnut Plant, Melt Bakery, Boba Guys, Macaron Parlour, and many others. There will also be food workshops, the opportunity to snap photos in the dessert garden, and more. Tickets start at $15. (Sunday) Photo: Dessert Goals -
I Am Yoga at The Rubin Museum
Join author and yoga instructor Susan Verde at The Rubin Museum for I Am Yoga, a special family yoga session and book reading for ages 4 and up. Verde will read from her children’s book I Am Yoga, sign copies and lead a yoga class inspired by a piece of art from the museum’s collection. Please bring your own yoga mat. Tickets are $10 for children and $15 for adults. (Sunday) Photo: The Rubin Museum -
Pumpkin Chucking at New York Hall of Science
Bring your family and friends for this fun event to watch “Chuck”, a catapult at the New York Hall of Science, throw pumpkins into the air! Recommended for all ages. Admission is free. (Sunday) Photo: New York Hall of Science -
Explore Great Art: Van Gogh's The Starry Night at Lulu's Then & Now
Learn about great artists and art movements! They’ll be teaching kids art appreciation by breaking down famous pieces into basic shapes and colors, with a focus on creativity, fun and learning. The class will feature Van Gogh’s The Starry Night using oil pastels, so please dress appropriately. (Sunday) Photo: Lulu's Then & Now
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<p dir="ltr">With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide.</p> <p dir="ltr">This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-16583089-7fff-d8a9-61c2-8f689f7348b2"></span></p>
The Tutorverse
<p><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Join The Tutorverse for the highest quality in academic enrichment and test preparation! Whether your student is gearing up for the&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">state exams, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, or SAT/ACT</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">, our team of&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">experienced and local professional educators</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">&nbsp;can help. Have your student join a&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">small-group class</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">&nbsp;at our downtown or Upper East Side locations. Or, they can meet with a&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">private tutor when and where it&rsquo;s most convenient for your family</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">. Does your student need help building study skills or improving grades? Whether your middle or high schooler needs help with&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">STEM or humanities</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">, our patient and affirming tutors will teach them how to build&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">confidence and content mastery</strong><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">.&nbsp;</span><a style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;" href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Send us an email</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> or give us a call&mdash;we'd love to hear more about how we can help!</span></p>
Polaris Productions Theater Camp
<p>Kids will learn, rehearse, and perform the wonderful Maurice Sendak and Carole King musical, Really Rosie. For 10 weekdays, campers will take part in physical and vocal warm-ups and learn choreography, staging, and vocal parts. They&rsquo;ll develop skills in acting, singing, character development, and more. This camp will ignite your child&rsquo;s imagination and passion for performing, build their self-esteem, and help them form lasting friendships. They&rsquo;ll have fun! At camp&rsquo;s end, the kids will perform Really Rosie for family members and friends. Kids of all levels of experience, ages 8 through 13, are welcome to join.</p>