Irene came and she left and we’re still kickin’! Back to reality…back to family fun! —
Monday, August 29
The
Adventures of Mr. Toad at NYPL Webster Branch
1465 York Avenue
4pm
Travel the
English countryside with Mr. Toad and his friends. For ages 4 and
older. The event is free but tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis
starting at 3pm.
Tuesday,
August 30
The 9/11 Peace Story
Quilt Exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of
Art
1000
Fifth Avenue
The 9/11 Peace Quilt was designed by Faith Ringgold and constructed in
collaboration with New York City students ages 8-19. Today
is the first day that it will be on display.
The Children’s Galleries for Jewish Culture’s Back to School Event
515 West 20th Street,
Suite 4E
3-6 pm
Get geared up before the first bell rings by making felt and leather
pencil cases, design your own lunch bags and create funky pencil toppers.
Wednesday, August 31
Mario
Batali’s Edible Garden at the NY Botanical Gardens
Bronx River Parkway at Fordham Road
1:30-5:30pm
Families can enjoy fun gardening activities and cooking demos that utilize
kid-friendly recipes and ingredients from the garden. All ages welcome.
Thursday, September 1
Human
Chess at the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument at Riverside Park
West 89th Street
3-5pm
Chess enthusiasts of all levels are invited to become
their favorite chess piece at Riverside Park’s
Human Chess tournament.
Math Wizards Number Collage at CMOM
212 West 83rd Street
10am
& 1pm
Kids 4 and younger can create their own colorful
number collage.
Friday, September 2
Alley Pond Park Adventure Course Staycation
228-06 Northern
Boulevard, Queens
10am
Challenge yourself (kids 8 and up) at the largest
ropes course in the tri-state area. Space is limited and spots fill up fast –
registration begins a half hour before each session.
Saturday, September 3
DIY
Bookmaking at Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Boulevard, Queens
12-3pm
Come create your own book with paper, glitter,
feathers and art supplies. Then fill the pages with your own stories.
Roosevelt Island ‘s
Outdoor Movie Series: The Incredibles
8pm
Get in the last of the summer’s free family
flicks. Bring a blanket or chair – food and beverages will be available for
purchase.
Sunday,
September 4
Historic Richmond
County Fair
441 Clarke Avenue, Staten Island
11am-6pm
Celebrate the end of summer (and Labor Day weekend) at this historic fair.
There’ll be lots of traditional crafts, rides (and inflatables!), farm animals,
food and more.
