Picks of the Week: November 5-11

Eric Carl at Symphony Space — "Treasured Stories By Eric Carle" at Symphony Space

Hope everyone is safe and sound after Hurricane Sandy! Although the city is still cleaning up, and the areas surrounding Manhattan still need our help, we’re happy that some fantastic events are returning to their normal schedule this week. Take a gander at what’s going down in the next few days.

Friday, November 9-Sunday, November 11

The 2012 Chocolate Show
The Metropolitan Pavilion
10 am-7 pm
Calling all chocoholics! You won’t want to miss the 15th annual Chocolate Show with live cooking demos, book signings, an,d of course, chocolate available for purchase. Kids will especially dig the Kids Zone, where they will be able to make chocolate truffles, bark, and dip all sorts of treats into molten chocolate. Tickets are $40 at the door for adults and are free for the first 2 children accompanied by the adult. Additional children’s tickets are $10.

Saturday, November 10

“Treasured Stories By Eric Carle”
Symphony Space
11 am & 2 pm
The Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia presents Treasured Stories By Eric Carle. The glow-in-the-dark production adapts Eric Carle most beloved tales (The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you See, and Papa, Please Get the Moon) for the stage. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children.

Saturday, November 10 & Sunday, November 11

The Little Orchestra Society’s “Things That Go Bang!”
They Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College
Various times
This family-friendly concert, featuring guest conductor Paul Haas, introduces kids to percussion music from composers like Gershwin, Tchaikovsky, and others. Tickets start at $15.

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!

Joe's Music & Dance Academy

Private and group music lessons &amp; dance classes for Guitar, Bass, Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Drums, Piano, all woodwind &amp; brass instruments, Choir, Preschool Dance, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Step, African and Modern Dance and more. Helping thousands of students begin and continue on their musical journey since 1998!

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;