Looking
for some activity inspiration for the week ahead? Just check out our
“Picks of the Week” blog, in which our listings editor Sandy Krulwich
picks her favorite family events for each day of the week, whether it’s a
workshop, special story time for kids, or a musical performance. See
this week’s picks after the jump. —
Monday, August 1
Summer Craft Fun at the 67th Street NYPL
328 East 67th Street
4pm
Kids can get crafty at the 67th Street Public Library where they will create Gytaku, Japanese Fish Painting and Nature Prints.
Tuesday, August 2
Madison Square Park
10:30am-11:30am
Be
part of a joyful celebration of Latin-flavored music with Moona Luna
who spreads her positive messages in both Spanish and English. Please click here for more information.
Lego Store Monthly Mini Model Build
Rockefeller Center
5pm (until supplies last)
Watch
out Bob the Builder! At the Lego Store, little ones can sharpen their
imaginative skills as they build their own impressive model
demonstrations for FREE.
Wednesday, August 3
Beaded Jewelry Making at Moomah
161 Hudson Street
10am-2pm
Let the creative juices flow! This Project Day at Moomah has youngsters pulling together beautiful bead necklaces.
Thursday, August 4
The Launch Of Club Socialsklz At The New York Junior League
130 East 80th Street
10am-11:30am
Celebrate
the launch of this new interactive program which aims to stimulate
youngsters through modern communication skills as well as social
awareness. Our editor, Eric Messinger, is moderating the panel!
Bryant Park
12:30pm-1:30pm
Delight
in an afternoon of FREE Broadway hits; enjoy the casts of Jersey Boys,
The Lion King, Rent, Wicked and Death Takes a Holiday.
Friday, August 5
“E.T The Extra Terrestrial” At The Intrepid
West 46 & 12th Ave.
7:30pm
Watch as E.T makes his way back to his home planet. For a festive night, bring your lawn chairs and picnic food. Totally free and totally fun.
RiverFlicks for Kids: How to Train Your Dragon
11th Avenue and 23rd Street
What says summer more than a free outdoor movie under the starry sky? Plus, free popcorn!
Saturday, August 6
Various locations
Participants can start at anytime from 7am-1pm
Part
block party, part bike tour; the city will become an oasis for bikers-
if that’s not your interest then just walk or play under the sun.
Shel Silverstein Tribute in Central Park
Central Park (Enter at E.72nd St.)
7pm
Did you and your tots enjoy The Giving Tree?
Well then stop by Central Park to delight in all of Shel Silverstein’s
work. Also, catch musicians, performers, and even special celebrity
guests.
Sunday, August 7
Hudson River Park’s Big City Fishing
Piers 46, 84, and 64
10am-4:30pm
Learn fishing basics and the river’s ecology while fishing off a pier into the Husdon River. All materials provided.
Free Summer Sunday at Heart of Brooklyn
Various Locations
All Day
Enjoy
all Brooklyn has to offer for FREE. This day is brimming with free
activities at local family favorite stops: the Brooklyn Icons Mini Golf,
Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Public
Library and the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. Oh yes. Oh yes.