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"BrouHaHa" at the Theater for the New City
All ages will enjoy the antics of the zany characters in “BrouHaHa” at the Theater for the New City. This colorful show presented by Happenstance Theater, draws inspiration from films such as Fellini’s La Strada, Bergman’s The Seventh Seal, and the writings of Samuel Beckett. (Beginning Thursday) Photo: facebook.com -
41st Annual Three Kings Day Parade at El Museo del Barrio
Celebrate Three Kings Day at El Museo del Barrio during its annual Three Kings Day Parade. There will be music, dancing, live camels, magnificent puppets, and much more. In honor of the parade’s 41st anniversary, the museum will celebrate the lives of individuals who have made major contributions to the Latino community. The parade begins at 106th Street and Lexington Avenue and ends at 115th Street and Park Avenue. Afterward, enjoy live concerts and free admission to the museum’s galleries. Pre-registration is required for parade marchers. (Friday) Photo: elmuseo.org -
"Owen and Mzee The Musical" at the Theater at Blessed Sacrament
Beginning this weekend, families can experience the musical production of an amazing true story. “Owen and Mzee” tells of the unlikely friendship between a baby hippo and a 130-year-old tortoise. This Vital Theatre Company show, featuring music and lyrics by Danny Larsen, is sure to enchant ages 2 through 7. (Beginning Saturday) Photo: vitaltheatre.org -
Soul Science Kids at Lincoln Center
Soul Science Lab, a duo of Brooklyn-based musicians, will perform this Saturday at Lincoln Center’s David Rubenstein Atrium.This family-friendly concert for ages 2 through 5, combines Afrofuturist ideas with fresh rhymes and slick visuals. (Saturday) Photo: Kamau Ware via kidsportal.lincolncenter.org -
"Milo the Magnificent" at Symphony Space
This Saturday meet Milo, an aspiring entertainer and magician who loves putting on a good show. Find out what happens when his feats of science and magic don’t go as planned during “Milo the Magnificent” at Symphony Space. Produced by Alex & Olmsted, this puppet production is perfect for families with children ages 2 through 7. (Saturday) Photo: Alex Griffin via symphonyspace.org -
New York Philharmonic Young People's Concert: Inspirations and Tributes: "Classical Echoes" at Lincoln Center
The New York Philharmonic will present another concert in its Young People’s Concert series, during which children can learn how one musician’s work can inspire the work of another. This program will focus on the music of Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Haydn. (Saturday) Photo: kidsportal.lincolncenter.org -
MulchFest 2018
Dispose of your Christmas tree the eco-friendly way during the Parks Department’s MulchFest 2018. You can drop off your tree to have it chipped into mulch for city parks and gardens at select locations throughout the five boroughs. Families can also take home their mulch for their backyards or street trees. For a list of sites visit nycgovparks.org. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Allison Meier via Flickr -
Family Art Project: Create Your Year-Hello 2018! at Wave Hill
Introduce your family to the power of visualization! Reflecting on who you want to be in 2018, what adventures you want to go on, and whose lives you want to touch, families can create their vision for 2018, and take home a hanging calendar. Dream big! (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Joshua Bright via wavehill.org -
Teddy Bear Tea at Mount Vernon Hotel Museum
Enjoy high tea with your favorite stuffed animal or doll! After meeting Mrs. Woodhull, the proprietor’s wife, kids can imagine that they are living in the 1830s and experience a typical day during that time period. This is sure to be an unforgettable experience for your little ones—and their teddy bears! Registration required. (Sunday) Photo: Lindsey Mulholand via mvhm.org -
Unlimited Mix-N-Mingle Program at MoMath
Teens in grades 6 through 9 are invited to the National Museum of Mathematics this Sunday for its Unlimited Mix-N-Mingle program. Participants can enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, dance to hit songs, and make new friends during this evening mixer. Registration is required. (Sunday) Photo: momath.org
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Treehouse Shakers
<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>
New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Summer Game Camp</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">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;</p> <p dir="ltr">- Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch!</p> <p dir="ltr">- A digital campus!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Moderated chat hours!</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">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;</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">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!</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">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.</p>