Picks of the Week: September 10-16

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Now that summer is slowly beginning to fade into fall and school is in full swing, the city is chock full of shows and fests exclusively for the kiddies. You don’t want to miss our picks for the best things to do this week!

All Week

20 at 20
Participating box offices
All day
Now’s your chance to catch an Off Broadway show for only $20. During this week only, starting 20 minutes before the show begins, say “20 at 20” at a participating box office and receive your $20 ticket to shows like “Angelina Ballerina The Musical” and C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe.”

Saturday, September 15
Gustafer Yellowgold With Strings Attached
NYU’s Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
11 am-12 pm
Songwriter-performer Morgan Taylor is bringing his multimedia show to NYC! Meet his creation Gustafer Yellowgold, who hails from the sun and go on a journey as they explore life of earth through storytelling and animation. Tickets are $28.

Moey’s Princess Ball
Bloomingdale’s
2 pm-3 pm
Who’s ready for a princess ball with Moey? The celebrated mommy rocker will be at Bloomingdale’s in honor of her new album Princess Revolution. Festivities include music, face painting, balloons and more.

Sunday, September 16
Big Movies for Little Kids Film Festival
Children’s Museum of the Arts Outpost on Governors Island
11 am-3 pm
This second annual student film festival will feature free screenings of short films of all genres, as well as video-making and art activities led by the CMA staff. All ages welcome.

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Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.</p>

Color Me Mine

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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!</p>

Once Upon A Mattress

<p>Bring your kids.</p> <p>Bring your parents.</p> <p>Bring your favorite pajamas!</p> <p>Once Upon a Mattress is back on Broadway, and it’s “pure let’s-be-kids entertainment” (New Yorker) fit for ages 7 to 107!</p> <p>Two-time Tony® winner Sutton Foster stars as Princess Winnifred the Woebegone, alongside royalty of stage and screen Michael Urie and Queen of Comedy Ana Gasteyer. Adapted for a new generation by Amy Sherman-Palladino (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), this uproarious retelling of The Princess and the Pea introduces the unapologetically eccentric Winnifred to an uptight kingdom, where she charms, delights, and dances her way to the top… of a stack of mattresses.</p> <p>So give the babysitter the night off and your kids a night on the town – you'll all live happily ever laughter!</p> <p>Get tickets at <a href="https://onceuponamattressnyc.com/">https://onceuponamattressnyc.com/</a></p>