Picks Of The Week: July 25-27

photo-powwow — The 36th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Mid-Summer Pow Wow at Queens County Farm Museum. From queensfarm.org

Enjoy special family days this weekend with the Free Friday Family Jam at Brooklyn Children’s Museum, an active Family Field Day at Brooklyn Bridge Park, and special activities at the Family Day for Lincoln Center Out of Doors! For music lovers, the South Street Seaport is hosting a Kid/Around event with Rolie Polie Guacamole, while dance enthusiasts won’t want to miss the 36th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Mid-Summer Pow Wow!

Friday, July 25

Free Friday Family Jam
Brooklyn Children’s Museum
12:30pm-1:30pm
All Ages
Join the Brooklyn Children’s Museum this Friday for a festive summer celebration! This Learn and Play Date will encourage families to learn, build, and play by using big Imagination Playground blue blocks. Free

Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27

The 36th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Mid-Summer Pow Wow
Queens County Farm Museum
Various performance times
All Ages
Don’t miss the largest and oldest pow wow in the city! Representing over 40 Indian nations, this three-day event is a spectacular intertribal dance competition held in the apple orchards. Enjoy the performances, then celebrate with Native American arts, crafts, food, and jewelry. Adults $10/$15 weekend pass, Children $5/$7 weekend pass

Saturday, July 26

Pier 5 Family Field Day
Brooklyn Bridge Park
10am-1pm
All Ages
Enjoy the warmer weather at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Family Field Day! Pier 5 will host energetic activities like potato sack and hula hoop racing, parachute games, soccer lessons, and scrimmage games that the whole family can enjoy! Sneakers are highly recommended. Free

Family Day at Lincoln Center Out of Doors
Various plazas at Lincoln Center
Various times
All Ages
Lincoln Center Out of Doors, a music-filled, three-week celebration at the plazas of Lincoln Center, is hosting a Family Day! At 1pm, A Batalha do Passinho, a teenage dance group from Rio, will lead a comprehensive workshop and dance party outlining beginner moves. At 11am and 2pm, Baby Loves Disco makes a special appearance. Parents and their tots can boogie to a live DJ during this fun afternoon dance party! Free

Sunday, July 27

Kid/Around with Rolie Polie Guacamole
South Street Seaport
2pm-4pm
All Ages
Rock out to the sweet stylings of Rolie Polie Guacamole at South Street Seaport! This family favorite funk/rock/folk band plays children’s music all about eating right, staying active, and living naturally. Kid/Around will also host games and story-time with favorite characters! Free

Elf the Musical

They'll sing loud for all to hear. You can bring the Christmas cheer. Start decking the halls, people &ndash; it's Elf The Musical! After a decade away, the beloved holiday classic is back on Broadway for a strictly limited run. Whether you&rsquo;re searching for the perfect stocking stuffer or a festive outing for the whole family, this family-friendly show is packed with joy, laughter, and snow-covered magic. A musical comedy adaptation of the hit 2003 film, Elf The Musical follows Buddy the orphan who, after being raised by elves at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Academy Award&reg; nominee Sean Astin ("Lord of the Rings") is Santa Claus alongside Tony Award&reg; nominee Grey Henson as Buddy, Drama Desk Award nominee Ashley Brown as Emily, and rising star Kayla Davion as Jovie. Plus, keep an eye out for social media celebrity Kalen Allen &ndash; known for his appearances on "The Ellen Show" &ndash; as the hilarious store manager. Called &ldquo;a slickly irresistible and fizzily enjoyable confection of a show&rdquo; (Time Out), this holly-jolly hit is one you won't want to miss. Through January 4 only!

BAMkids

BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3&mdash;11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world. BAM Education connects learning with creativity, engaging imagination by encouraging self-expression through programs for students, teachers, and audiences of all ages. Explore the programs on their website to learn more about their opportunities for creative online engagement!

Laurissa Jane Music

Laurissa Jane Music Studio is a dedicated institution that offers a solid foundation for students to explore the captivating world of music and arts. With experienced instructors, we offer private and group lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, for all ages and skill levels. We provide year-round training for renowned programs such as NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). LJMS runs an annual Summer Musical Theatre Arts Program from July-August which offers a creative environment for young individuals with a passion for acting, singing, and dancing. We are proud to serve the vibrant communities of Jamaica Queens and can also provide classes virtually. At LJMS, we firmly believe in the transformative power of the arts. Call us today!