Weekend Planner: Everything Worth Doing This Weekend (February 24-26)

Kids Week at Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum is presenting kids in winter break an awesome week of educational programs involving different kinds of interactive games. Kids will explore this year’s theme of the science and art as they play edge-cutting digital games, design their own games using their imagination, view interactive displays and demonstrations and meet some special guests throughout the week. Every day kids can meet with real scientists and authors and talk to them about their journeys and accomplishments in their specific fields and learn from their experiences. (Friday-Saturday) Photo: intrepidmuseum.org
The New York International Children's Film Festival
The New York International Children’s Film Festival is here and it’s better and bigger than ever. Often unrecognized, yet incredibly talented and extraordinary filmmakers from all over the globe will be presenting their films from February 24–March 19 in theaters throughout the city. Kids will discover the magic of filmmaking as the New York International Children’s Film Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with a remarkable line-up featuring not one, but three 2017 Academy Award-nominated films: “My Life as A Zucchini,” “Revolting Rhymes,” and “Your Name.” Your kids will have the time of their lives! (Friday-Sunday) Photo: nyicff.org
STEVENSTEVEN's Album Release Show At Brooklyn Bowl
Celebrate the release of STEVENSTEVEN's new album, "Foreverywhere," with an exclusive show at Brooklyn Bowl this weekend. Steve Burns from "Blue's Clues" and Steven Drozd from The Flaming Lips will be performing songs off of "Foreverywhere," which drops on Friday and is the perfect combination of rock 'n' roll music and kid-friendly lyrics that families will surely love listening to together. (Sunday) Photo: stevensteven.com
Teknopolis 2017 at BAM
Technology will take over the Brooklyn Academy of Music during the first Teknopolis exhibition! Ages 6 and up can explore three floors of interactive exhibits that will bridge the arts and digital media. Featured installations include a Virtual Adventure Room, the Pop ‘N Lock Dance Machine, the XYZT Abstract Landscapes exhibit, and more. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: bam.org
The New York Public Library's Family Benefit at The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Join the New York Public Library for its annual Family Benefit at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. Astor Hall will be transformed into a jungle that will feature activities for ages 12 and under. Festivities include readings, arts and crafts, science lessons, food, and more! Proceeds will benefit the system’s 88 neighborhood libraries. (Sunday) Photo: nypl.org
The Gustafer Yellowgold Show at Symphony Space
This Saturday, Symphony Space invites all to enjoy live music and the original animation of Gustafer Yellowgold, created by Grammy nominated artist, Morgan Taylor. Experience a multimedia performance that blends together live music, colored-pencil animations, and storytelling. Photo: symphonyspace.org
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents: “Out Of This World” at Barclays Center
Say goodbye to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at the Barclays Center. Beginning this Thursday, the greatest show on earth will present its final show “Out of this World.” The show will transport audiences to the future during this space-aged, intergalactic adventure. Featuring the best clowns, acrobats, animals, and aerialists in the galaxy, this circus spectacular is not to be missed. Photo: miaminewtimes.com
“The Little Mermaid: The Musical” at The Players Theatre
Enjoy this classic tale, in musical form, brought to you by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell. The little mermaid learns about life as she leaves the sea, journeys to land, and falls in love with a prince. Each ticket includes access to a workshop, which is given one hour prior to the show. This show has various showing times, dates, and ticket prices, so please see website for further details. (Sunday) Photo: theplayerstheatre.com
The Beauty of Ballet at Queens Theatre
Venture into the world of ballet for one afternoon and learn how and why ballerinas are able to dance, twirl, and jump the way that they do. In this intro to ballet there will be students from The School of American Ballet, as well as faculty member Katrina Killian, on site to perform. Enjoy live demonstrations from “Swan Lake,” “Sleeping Beauty,” and “The Nutcracker.” This show is recommended for ages 4 and up; please RSVP by contacting box office. (Sunday) Photo: queenstheatre.org
Leonardo and Luca: Using Art to Understand Mathematics at the National Museum of Mathematics
Dutch artist, Rinus Roelofs will be on sight to explain and explore the similarities between math and art. Participants will have a hands-on experience creating a Leonardo styled polyhedral model, and learn about a time long ago, when da Vinci and Luca Pacioli sought to understand the connections between math and art. This event is best suitable for children ages 10 and up. (Sunday) Photo: momath.org

Penguin Coding School

<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Penguin Coding School believes that <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">anyone can code<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The most compelling motivation for learning to code is that it enables building something kids can call their own. What makes this approach "worth it" for the kids is that at the end of the road, they see that their code actually does things in the real world. Not in some playpen, but in the real Internet where anyone can access it.&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Programs:<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Penguin Coding School <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">provides comprehensive coding education to kids ages 5-18. In-person &amp; Online classes are available in Scratch, Minecraft, Roblox, Python, Javascript, Java, Robotics, and Mobile Apps. Their small class size, award winning teachers and age-appropriate curriculum ensure every child will learn coding with a smile. Penguin Coding has in-person classes and summer camps in Cobble Hill and Park Slope, as well as three Massachusetts locations. <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Free Trial Classes:&nbsp; <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sign up for our award-winning<a style="text-decoration: none;" href="https://penguincodingschool.com/freetrial?utm_campaign=FreeTrials&amp;utm_source=NYF&amp;utm_medium=Directory"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: #1155cc; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #1155cc; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; -webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">free trial classes</a><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. They offer a 60 minute free trial class in Scratch, Python, Roblox, Java, Robotics and much more! Appropriate for absolute beginners as well as those with some experience (trial classes are used to place students in the right level).

Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green&rsquo;s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level. As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green&rsquo;s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.

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;