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The Motherlode: A Registry Experience by The Bump
NOVEMBER 2 [Adults] Visit The Motherlode: A Registry Experience by The Bump to learn about all of the best baby products on the market, ask baby care questions to experts, and meet fellow moms and moms-to-be. Admission is free, prior registration is recommended. Photo: thebump.com -
Canstruction New York
NOVEMBER 3-16 [All ages] Check out some awesome art and contribute to a great cause at Canstruction! Engineers, architects, students, and civilians compete to see who can build the biggest and coolest structures out of cans of food. After the winners are crowned, all the food is donated to City Harvest, to help feed NYC’s hungry. Previous years’ winners include a Bat-Signal—with an illuminated sky—and a bull charging out of a wall. Last year’s winner used 9,000 cans! Guests are asked to bring at least one can of quality food, and are encouraged to bring more to donate. Admission is free, 10am-8pm, except 11/16, 10am-6pm. Photo: canstructionny.org -
“Chotto Desh” at the New Victory Theater
NOVEMBER 4-13 [Ages 7+] One of Britain’s leading choreographers, Akram Kahn, is coming to the New Victory Theater this fall to perform “Chotto Desh,” his lauded autobiographical solo dance piece. Using a compelling mix of evocative dance, visuals, and sound, Khan’s piece follows his life story from the streets of Bangladesh to the stages of London. Telling this cross-cultural story and portraying the experiences of being different, “Chotto Desh” celebrates the resilience of the human spirit in the modern world. Family choreography workshops are available on 11/5 and 11/13. Full-price tickets start at $16, show times vary. Photo: newvictory.org -
2nd Annual Barnes & Noble Mini Maker Faire
NOVEMBER 5-6 [All ages] Join different tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, engineers, science club members, students, entrepreneurs, hobbyists and Makers of all kinds to brainstorm science fair projects and craft ideas. Learn from the experts and get busy with your projects Photo: barnesandnoble.com -
Breakfast with Penguins at New York Aquarium
NOVEMBER 12 [Ages 3-8] Participants will enjoy a light breakfast along with child-focused activities while the penguins enjoy their own morning meal. The program includes an animal encounter. $40 members; $45 nonmembers Photo: nyaquarium.com -
Family Mindfulness Workshop at Rubin Museum
NOVEMBER 13 [All ages] Mindfulness teacher and neuroscience researcher at NYU Langone Medical School, Ayman Mukerji Househam, will be hosting a workshop at the Rubin Museum aimed to teach parents and kids how to beecome a mindful family. Techniques include practicing self love, finding calm-down time, and establishing "special playtime" with your child. The event is from 3-4pm. Photo: rubinmuseum.org -
Taylor Swift Experience at South Street Seaport
NOVEMBER 19 - FEBRUARY 2017 [All ages] New York City's Taylor Swift fans will be delighted at the Taylor Swift Experience exhibit opening at South Street Seaport this month. Guests can go to 19 Fulton Street to see the piano from her RED tour, childhood albums, show costumes, and more. Tickets are $9 each. Photo: grammymuseum.org -
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
NOVEMBER 24 [All ages] Make sure to see this world-famous parade! The festivities begin on Central Park West and 77th street, and head south along the park before swinging East at Columbus Circle until Sixth Avenue, before it resumes its route south until it reaches the final destination--the Macy’s on 34th street. Bundle up and get there early if you want to get seats, especially in the early sections of the parade. Of course, there will be all the floats you love, including the iconic Snoopy float! Photo: Peter Roan via Flickr -
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory at Museum of Moving Image
NOVEMBER 25–27 [5 and up] Stop by the Museum of Moving Image to see a screening of the classic film "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" and participate in some candy-themed crafts like a candy animation, design your own candy factory film set, and more. Then, sit down and enjoy the movie! Tickets are $12 for adults, $9 for senior citizens and students, and $7 for kids ages 3–17. Advance tickets available online at movingimage.us. Photo: movingimage.us -
Columbus Circle Holiday Market
NOVEMBER 29 - December 24 [All ages] Once the Thanksgiving meal is over and everyone has taken their naps, it’s time to begin holiday shopping! Skip all the stores and find gifts for the whole family at one of the biggest holiday markets in the city. Located at the southwest corner of Central Park, you will find one-of-a-kind jewelry, clothing and art, plus fantastic snacks from local eateries. Photo: Charley Lhasa via Flickr
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<p>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.</p>
Young Actors at Strasberg
<p>Young Actors at Strasberg&nbsp;offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 &ndash;&nbsp;12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry &ndash;&nbsp;all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson!</p> <p>Young Actors&nbsp;Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in&nbsp;July and August.</p> <p><strong>About The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute:</strong></p> <p>Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.</p>
Saf-T-Swim
<p>For over 35 years, Saf-T-Swim Swim School has been teaching lifesaving swimming skills throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, and now Little Neck. The school is proud to be Long Island's #1 swim school and a leader in water safety education. With swim programs for infants as young as 4 months, beginners, and advanced swimmers, Saf-T-Swim offers swimming programs for every age and skill level. Discover why generations of Long Islanders have trusted Saf-T-Swim time and time again with equipping their little ones the essential skill of swimming.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>