Events: Top Kid-Friendly Events Of The Week

See Theatreworks USA's production of "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" this Sunday at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center. — See Theatreworks USA’s production of “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe” this Sunday at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center.

We can’t believe October is halfway over, but that didn’t stop us from finding some awesome events for this week. A party in the museum, a trip to Narnia, an enchanted Wave Hill weekend, delicious desserts, and relaxing yoga are what’s in store for you and your family. With the summer-like temps in the forecast, there’s no excuse not to head on out and enjoy the week!

Wednesday, October 19

23rd Annual Family Party
American Museum of Natural History
5-7:30pm
The annual Family Party at the American Museum of Natural History is back, and packed with various exciting activities. Children of all ages can partake in the Tiffany & Co. Gem Dig, listen to live performances from YaffaArts Cultural Center and Los Habaneros, and watch stilt walkers. The party will also provide access to the Museum Science Center and a new area called Mission Expedition where scientists present their findings from all over the world. Your budding geniuses will be amazed! Tickets are $85 for children and $175 for adults. Family packages are available.

Saturday, October 22

“The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe”
Tribeca Performing Arts Center
1:30pm
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. Tickets are $30.

Saturday, October 22-Sunday, October 23

Enchanted Wave Hill Weekend
Wave Hill
10am
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. Admission is free until noon.

Sunday, October 23

Dessert Goals
Dobbin Street, Brooklyn
12-6pm
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.

I Am Yoga
The Rubin Museum
3-4pm
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.

Explore MetroWest Boston

<h1>Turn Whining into Winning in MetroWest Boston</h1> From beer gardens to corn mazes, state parks to beautiful art, MetroWest Boston is a great destination for a weekend trip! Enjoy <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/get-outside/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-state-park-61a91acef30b531a665ab64d">Hopkinton State Park</a>&rsquo;s gorgeous foliage while kayaking on the lake or hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing on the amazing trails. In the evening, catch a play, musical, concert, art exhibition, dance performance, or immersive theatrical event at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-center-for-the-arts-63c03d7e0d792d753263b4d1">Hopkinton Center for the Arts</a>. Get a great night&rsquo;s sleep at one of the region&rsquo;s hotels, such as <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=the-verve-hotel-boston-natick-tapestry-collection-by-hilton-61aa4790f30b531a666119e4">The VERVE</a>, with its fun and funky pop art d&eacute;cor, or <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=aloft-framingham-6216279ccc891d1d0862c8c2">Aloft</a> with their pool tables and lobby games. In the morning, visit the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=danforth-art-school-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d90">Danforth Art Museum</a>, a jewel box housing 3,500+ artworks from three centuries, including groundbreaking sculptures depicting the African and African American experience by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller. Cross the street to the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=framingham-history-center-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d92">Framingham History Center</a> to explore their new multilingual exhibit that traces the city&rsquo;s immigration story, from those fleeing the 1690s Salem Witch trials, to the Irish and Italian influx in the 1800-1900s, to the current migration of Brazilians. &ldquo;Framingham&rsquo;s Collective Journeys&rdquo; includes oral histories, interactives, and artifacts. No visit to Framingham is complete without stopping at legendary <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/eat/?imgoing-place=jacks-abby-craft-lagers-61a8e11cf30b531a66592da0">Jack&rsquo;s Abby Craft Lagers</a>, one of 17 breweries in MetroWest, where you can enjoy a flight with a schnitzel sandwich or their famous Framinghamburger. Afterwards, spend a few hours at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/activities/?imgoing-place=level99-64a8389c51f92a351a6a3f06">Level99</a> testing each other with 50+ mental and physical escape rooms and challenges. The next day, tour the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=longfellows-wayside-inn-61aa7aa3f30b531a66621f57">Wayside Inn</a>. The oldest inn in America&rsquo;s 100-acre property includes the Old Barn, now a farm stand with displays of antique farming tools, the historic Grist Mill, and beautiful grounds containing the Longfellow Memorial Garden, the Redstone Schoolhouse from the poem &ldquo;Mary Had a Little Lamb&rdquo;, the Martha-Mary Chapel, and Josephine's Pond for fishing. Stay for a delicious gourmet meal in their historic dining room. Spend the afternoon at the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=american-heritage-museum-61a92852f30b531a665b17bf">American Heritage Museum</a>. Start your tour in the depths of a WWI trench listening to a nurse&rsquo;s first-hand account from the Western Front while bombs explode above you and the floor begins to shake. This extraordinary museum features one-of-a-kind historic aircraft, tanks, cars and rare relics from the Revolutionary War to today, in immersive exhibits and living history events. Afterwards, wander the charming shops and boutiques of downtown Hudson. <h3>MetroWest Boston offers these and many other attractions, activities and events for the whole family!</h3>

The Wild Center

The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure. Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day. In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears. The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.

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