Events: Top Kid-Friendly Activities For The Week

Join Macy's Herald Square store for its annual Flower Show! — Join Macy’s Herald Square store for its annual Flower Show!

It’s the final countdown to spring! Our picks this week include a show for the diaper-clad set, a technology-infused dance performance, and a literary convention that will enthrall slightly older kids. If you have any summer camp-goers or floral enthusiasts, then we’ve got you covered on that front, too! Enjoy!

Beginning Wednesday, March 18

Babble
New 42nd Street Studios
Various times
Babies ages 4-18 months are in for a treat at the New 42nd Street Studios this week! Belfast’s Replay Theatre Company will present its 40-minute show, “Babble,” which will introduce little ones to new shapes and sounds in “the bubble,” a performance space specifically designed for this age range. The harmonies of four singers will soothe babies as fish and seascape images are projected onto the walls and ceiling. Tickets start at $15. Runs through Sunday, March 29.

Friday, March 20-Sunday, March 22

Hakanaï
Brooklyn Academy of Music
Friday & Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, 6pm
Enter a dreamlike realm of parabolas and sine waves during “Hakanaï,” a French performance piece that uses technology to create a three-dimensional cube that moves in sync with a dancer and rhythmic music. This mesmerizing production has to be seen to be believed! Plus, families will have the opportunity to enter and explore the cube themselves on Saturday (2-5pm) and Sunday (2-4pm) with a reservation. Each performance runs 70 minutes. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Tickets are $12.

Saturday, March 21

Worlds Collide Convention 2015
The Scholastic Store
1pm-4pm
Bestselling authors will gather this Saturday at the Scholastic Store during the Worlds Collide Convention. This free event for ages 8 and up will feature live interactive performances from authors Gordon Korman, Jennifer Nielsen, Peter Lerangis, Michael Northrop, Linda Sue Park, and others. There will also be online game demos and competitions, giveaways, and book-themed arts & crafts. This event is free, but preregistration is required.

Beginning Saturday, March 21

Camp Kappawanna
The Linda Gross Theater
10:30am
“Camp Kappawanna,” a new children’s musical with music and lyrics co-written by Grammy-nominee Lisa Loeb, follows the camp misadventures of 12-year-old Jennifer Jenkins. Portraying the fear and excitement that comes with leaving home for the first time, the show’s acoustic sound will transport audiences to a cozy spot beside the campfire. Tickets start at $15. Runs Saturdays and Sundays through Sunday, April 12.

Beginning Sunday, March 22

Macy’s Flower Show: Art in Bloom
Macy’s Herald Square
Various times
Herald the coming of spring at Macy’s annual Flower Show, this year themed “Art in Bloom.” Don’t miss the ornate arrangements of flowers and greenery as the department store becomes a lush indoor garden, or the special programming which will include live music and children’s activities. Sunday is Family Fun Day, and starting at 1pm families are invited to explore the Beautiful China garden with the Sino-American Friendship Association, see a presentation of “Peppa Pig and the Muddy Puddles,” and dance with the Rockettes, who will teach steps from their new “Spring Spectacular” show. This event is free. Runs through Saturday, April 4.

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"

Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is New York&rsquo;s most popular youth educational soccer program! With 24 years of experience under our cleats, we have positively impacted over one million kids in our local community by putting the FUN in FUNdamentals in our weekly classes and camps. At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, build teamwork, and hone socialization skills. Our highly trained coaches and early childhood experts lead an age-specific curriculum with a low kid-to-coach ratio so every child gets individual attention and can grow at their own pace. Kids ages 1-12+ can join our seasonal programs, including Parent &amp; Me, FUNdamentals, Development Training, and Travel Soccer. Join us at one of over 80 locations in neighborhoods across across Westchester County, Connecticut and New York, available 7 days-a-week: Connecticut: <ul> <li>Cos Cob</li> <li>Greenwich</li> <li>Port Chester</li> </ul> &nbsp; Westchester: <ul> <li>Briarcliff</li> <li>Eastchester</li> <li>Mt. Kisco</li> <li>New Rochelle</li> <li>Ridgefield</li> <li>Scarsdale</li> <li>White Plains</li> </ul> &nbsp; New York City: <ul> <li>Bronx</li> <li>Inwood</li> <li>Upper West Side</li> <li>Upper East Side</li> </ul> &nbsp; Can&rsquo;t find a class or location that fits your schedule? Soccer Stars also offers private classes for small groups or individual training. Let our coaches come to you with a completely customizable program, anytime, anywhere. Birthday parties are also available!&nbsp;

Gaga Madness

Gaga is the hottest new sport in NYC. We've taken the fun of GAGA and pushed it into overdrive. Energetic coaches, pumped up music, sideline commentary, gear giveaways and more. Stay active and keep fit with this new craze that's sweeping the city.