Picks of the Week: January 21-27

winter-jam-nyc-central-park — Winter Jam NYC, photo by Daniel Avila

Hope everyone had a spectacular extended weekend. Another action-packed week is in store for families across the city. We’re especially psyched for our Camp Fairs happening this weekend. Take a look!

Friday, January 25-Saturday, January 26

Festival Luna
American Museum of Natural History
12 pm-6 pm
In honor of the upcoming Lunar New Year, the American Museum of Natural History invites all to a festival celebrating the moon. This two-day event will feature live music from Paul Yeon Lee and the New York Korean Traditional Marching Band, a cooking demo by wok chef Grace Young, a performance from Chinese Theatre Works, and more. Free with museum admission.

Saturday, January 26

Winter Jam NYC
Central Park
11 am-3 pm
Head to Central Park for Winter Jam NYC, the Parks Department’s annual winter sports fest. Activities include snowshoeing, skiing and snowboarding clinics for beginners, a Quidditch tutorial and match, animal tracking lessons from the Urban Park Rangers, and live entertainment. Plus, this year Petco is sponsoring a Doggie Snow Zone where dogs can enjoy a Doggie Snow Park, a Doggie Treat Bar, and a Treat Bag Giveaway. Free. Event is rain, snow, or shine. Equipment provided free of charge or bring your own.

Saturday, January 26-Sunday, January 27

10-Foot Cops Exhibit Opening Weekend
Children’s Museum of Manhattan
10 am-5 pm
Join the Children’s Museum of Manhattan for the opening weekend of their new exhibit 10-Foot Cops: The NYPD’s Mounted Unit. The New York City Police Museum and CMOM have teamed up to give families an inside look at the police force’s mounted unit. The exhibit features over 40 original artifacts, a replica of an NYPD horse stable, short films about the unit, a photo op, and more. This weekend, kids can decorate (and take home) a real horse shoe and make a mechanical horse. Free with museum admission.

New York Family’s Camp Fairs
Various locations
12 pm-3 pm
Not sure where to send your child to camp this summer? Stop by one of our Camp Fairs to learn all there is to know about local summer camps. Representatives from over 40 camps will be in attendance to answer your questions. Camps include 92nd Street Y, Asphalt Green Day Camp, Dwight Summer Camp, Kutsher’s Sports Academy, and others. RSVP is required.

Manhattan Mandarin

Manhattan Mandarin runs the Mandarin after-school programs at over 40 schools nationwide, including St. Bernard's, Chapin, Allen-Stevenson, and Buckley. Whether in schools, students' homes, in the office, online, or on our beloved China trips, our teachers and tutors have helped hundreds of students of all ages master the Mandarin language on their own unique paths to fluency. Our philosophy has always been to make private lessons and classes perfectly tailored for each individual student. We look forward to working with you. - Jamie Keyte, Founder

Color Me Mine

Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels. At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments. Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come. Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest. Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;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.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;