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Friday, December 9
Free Movie Night: “The Nightmare Before Christmas”
7-9pm
Morris-Jumel Mansion
Ages 8 and up
Enjoy a free spooky evening of holiday cheer with a screening of Tim Burton’s classic “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Rated PG.
Saturday, December 10
FamJam: Green Screen Holiday Cards
10am-2pm
BRIC House
Ages 7 and up
If your little ones love arts and crafts then you’re in luck! BRIC House is hosting a hands-on workshop for families with children ages 7 and up. The December 10th session is an animated digital greeting card class. Participants can learn about photography, art-making, and green screen techniques. Reservations are required. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Coming in from the Cold: Event for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
11am-12pm
Prospect Park
All Ages
Before winter comes, families with children with special needs can learn how to make and play with toys and games. Lefferts Historic House opens its doors early to create a comfortable, protected, and accepted environment where children with Autism Spectrum disorders can enjoy a day of interactive learning experiences. The fun-filled day includes sensory-based exhibits and activities with certain modifications. Children can make a classic cup and ball toy to take home! Reservations are required.
Holiday on the Hudson
4:30-6:30pm
West Harlem Piers
All Ages
Stop by West Harlem Piers on December 10th to celebrate the annual holiday tree lighting. There will be live music, dancing, and hot chocolate. Plus, step onto the Baylander aircraft carrier deck for children’s activities and the chance to win prizes at the CBS-FM table. Please bring a reusable mug for the hot chocolate.
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Saturday, December 10-Sunday, December 11
8th Annual St. Nicholas Cookie Walk
Saturday: 11am-4pm; Sunday: 12-3pm
St. Nicholas of Myra Orthodox Church
All Ages
Come grab some yummy holiday cookies at the 8th Annual Cookie Walk at St. Nicholas of Myra Orthodox Church. Families will be able to choose from approximately 75 varieties of homemade cookies to fill their boxes. Kids are invited to take pictures with Santa and participate in a special Little Elves workshop (for ages 10 and under) where they can make their own goodies to take home. Plus, don’t forget to check out the Walk’s holiday market, featuring gifts for all. Please note: Admission and kids’ craft are free. Cookies are available for purchase.
Sunday, December 11
Winter Wonderland
11am-3pm
Kings Theatre
All Ages
Kings Theatre is hosting a Winter Wonderland! Bring the whole family to this holiday open house where you can enjoy a live petting zoo, photos with Santa, holiday coloring, and hot cider. This year, the theater will be organizing a canned food drive to benefit CAMBA. Needed items include canned tuna, salmon, and chicken, pasta, cereal, dried milk, beans, and tinned vegetables and fruit.
43rd Annual Merry Tuba Christmas
3:30pm
Rockefeller Center
All Ages
It’s time to enjoy some Christmas carols at Rockefeller Center! Hundreds of tenor and bass tuba players will gather at The Rink at Rockefeller Center to play your favorite holiday tunes. All ages are welcome.
