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, September 12
Baby Storytime at the Ottendorfer Branch of the
NYPL
135 Second Avenue
1:30 pm
Big kids may be back in schools, but little babes (up to 18 months old) still
need fun stuff to do during the day. Check out this fun storytime including
rhymes, books and songs!
An Ecology of Mind at the American
Museum of Natural History
79th Street and Central Park West
6:30pm
To celebrate the life of Gregory Bateson (naturalist, philosopher and anthropologist),
his daughter, Nora Bateson directed a film full of her own father’s film
shorts. Guest speakers will lead a session following the screening.
Tuesday, September 13
Grandparent/Grandchild Program at the NYC Police Museum
100 Old Slip between
Water and South Streets
1:30-3pm
Just because Grandparents Day was this past Sunday doesn’t mean that you can’t
continue to shower Gramps and Grandma with love and attention! Bring your
grandparent to the NYC Police Museum and enjoy an activity in the Jr. Officers
Discovery Zone.
Wednesday, September 14
Play with Your Food – High Line Park
Gansevoort to West
30th streets between Washington & 11th avenues
3:30-5pm
You and your family
are invited to join High Line food vendors La Newyorkina, Melt Bakery, People’s
Pops and The Cleaver Co. to create healthy snacks and pick up food
tips and tricks. A yummy post-school activity!
Thursday, September 15
Baby and Me Pilates
4th Street and 10th Avenue
10am
You and your baby can practice Pilates together! Mats and a baby helper are
provided.
85th Annual San Gennaro Festival In Little Italy
Mulberry Street, between Houston and Canal
Today kicks off the 10-day Italian festival, where foodie families can feast at
over 35 participating restaurants in addition to sampling salty and sweet goods
from over 300 food vendors. There will be nightly entertainment as well.
Friday, September 16
Family Movie Night at The Moxie Spot
81-83 Atlantic Avenue
6:15 pm
Just because outdoor movie season has ended, doesn’t mean that you can’t still
enjoy a fun flick with the fam. Catch a cool one at the Moxie Spot.
Saturday, September 17
29th Annual Queens County Fair At The Queens County Farm Museum
73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park
11am-6pm
Head to Queens County Farm for food, hayrides, livestock, arts & crafts,
and even produce competitions. Fun for the whole brood!
10th Annual BPC Block
Party at the Esplanade
The Esplanade in Battery
Park City
11:30am-5pm
Come cheer on New York’s amazing community spirit in this festive day full of talent shows
and restaurant tents.
Sunday, September 18
Second Annual World Maker Faire At The NY Hall Of Science
47-01 111th Street
10am-7pm
A showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness. Fun
for all ages!
Brooklyn Book Festival at Brooklyn Borough Hall
209 Joralemon Street
10am-6pm
Unwind this weekend at this free literary fete, chock full of writer-led Madlib
sessions, storytimes led by some of your favorite authors (Mo Willems ring a
bell?) and even a comic draw-off.
