Events: Top Kid-Friendly Activities For The Week

Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could will be performing in Madison Square Park this Thursday. Photo via madisonsquarepark.org.
Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could will be performing in Madison Square Park this Thursday. Photo via madisonsquarepark.org.

Hope everyone had an enjoyable holiday weekend! Next up on our events radar is a fabulous array of super fun activities to brighten your week: A spectacular science fest, two amazing free concerts, a festival for young film buffs, and an animal adoption event for families. Happy Tuesday!

Wednesday, May 27-Sunday, May 31

World Science Festival
Various locations
Various times
Celebrate the sciences at the five-day World Science Festival, featuring a line-up of original programming that includes free events for families and young scientists in addition to exhibits and talks with some of the world’s leading scientists. This year, participants can check out more than 50 different events, from those commemorating the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein’s Theory of Relativity to special youth and family offerings, such as the Flame Challenge, when scientists attempt to answer big questions in front of an audience of 11-year-olds. On Sunday, May 31, the festival will culminate with the Ultimate Science Street Fair in Washington Square Park. Prices vary; the Ultimate Science Street Fair is free, but preregistration is recommended.

Thursday, May 28

Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could
Madison Square Park
10:30am-11:30am
Celebrate spring in Madison Square Park with a morning of upbeat music performed by the Grammy-nominated kids rock group, Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could. Sing-along to several spring-themed tunes from the group’s hit albums including their latest release, “Just Say Hi!” This event is free.

Saturday, May 30

11th Annual kidsfilmfest
Made in NY Media Center
1pm
Calling all little film buffs! A program of the Brooklyn Film Festival, the 11th Annual kidsfilmfest seeks to discover and promote children’s filmmakers with a line-up of films for children of all ages (all are rated “G”), including short animation, live-action, and documentary films. The films will be followed by a Q&A and workshop with the filmmakers. $12, free for children 12 and under.

Sunday, May 31

Carnegie Kids: Emily Eagen and the Whistling Wolves
Carnegie Hall
2pm
At this Carnegie Kids concert, musician Emily Eagen and members of her roots band, the Whistling Wolves, will perform a raucous program of fun, family music. Eagen, who is a two-time international whistling champion, a ukulele player, and singer who performs everything from early music to traditional Americana, will perform original songs which explore the wanderings of children’s imaginations. Audiences will be clapping and stomping along to the wild combination of sounds from instruments such as a harmonica, jaw harp, bones, and spoons. This event is free. Recommended for children ages 3-6. 

Adoptapalooza
Union Square Park
12pm-5pm
Looking for a new furry friend? Join the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals at Adoptapalooza, a pet adoption bonanza which features dogs, cats, and rabbits looking for new homes. There will also be free demos and activities, including training and agility demonstrations, advice on pet healthcare, pet photographers, and more! This event is free and will take place rain or shine.

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New Settlement Community Center

<p>Offering a host of healthy, fun and exciting programs for children ages 6 months and up, including ballet and hi-hop dance with Alvin Ailey, group and private swimm classes, mixed martial arts, youth technology, piano, violin and guitar lessons, and more.</p>

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day’s robot in their own “workshop”.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">The Foundry’s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </span></p>