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Hudson River Flicks at Pier 46 in Hudson River Park
Spend your Friday evening at Hudson River Park’s RiverFlicks Family Fridays, which will show PG movies all summer. From “Minions” to “The Princess Bride,” the series features recent favorites as well as family classics. This Friday's feature film is "Shaun the Sheep." There will also be free popcorn! (Friday) -
New York Musical Festival: "The Last Word" at the Duke on 42nd Street
It’s 1976 in Cleveland. A young man named Jay inherited his father’s diner, Paradise, but debts to local real estate tycoons put the place in danger. Jay decides to raise the funds by hustling people in the game he knows best: Scrabble. Can he raise enough money to save his father’s diner? Find out what happens in this musical at The Duke on 42nd Street! (Opens Friday) Plus, check out nymf.org for a complete lineup of the New York Musical Festival's shows! -
Lincoln Center Out of Doors Family Day
Family Day hosted by Lincoln Center Out of Doors will be a day full of dancing and music. Start off with a block party with Illstyle & Peace Productions, watch a performance by the Dance Theatre of Harlem Company and School, and then wrap up your busy afternoon with a concert from She’s a Rebel: The Girl Group Project. Check the site for more details and times of each event. (Saturday) -
Sprinkler Day at Asphalt Green
This Saturday, get some relief from the summer heat during Asphalt Green’s annual Sprinkler Day. Starting at 1pm, your kids can frolic in the sprinkler spray on the outdoor field of the center’s Upper East Side campus. Don’t forget to bring a towel, and grab a free flavored ice on your way out! (Saturday) (Photo courtesy of Asphalt Green) -
High Line Honey Day
The High Line and BeeKind Farms are pairing up to bring beekeepers and honey from all five boroughs into one place for a honey market! Come learn about beekeepers and hives, and watch bees communicate with each other. Family-friendly activities will take place throughout the day. Plus, don’t forget to take home some local honey. Sweet! (Saturday) (Image by Steven Severinghaus via highline.org) -
Pier 6 Family Field Day in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Have a fun-filled, action-packed Saturday with your family and participate in volleyball games, a bean bag toss, and relay races at Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. All ages are welcome! (Saturday) -
Bug Day at the New York Hall of Science
Learn all about different bugs and insects at the New York Hall of Science, including the museum’s own hissing cockroaches. You’ll also have the chance to discover the wild world of carnivorous plants at the museum’s workshop, and sample honey from local beekeepers. (Sunday) (Photo via Picssr on Flickr) -
"Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School" at the Lucille Lortel Theatre
Get ready to go back to school with Junie B. Jones! This summer, at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, Theatreworks USA presents “Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School”—a free, fun and informative production in which your youngsters (geared for students in grades K through 5) will learn tips and tricks on how to make it through a whole year of school! Adapted from the children’s book, your little ones are sure to love Junie B. Jones and all her friends! (Playing through August 19) -
Visit the Hills on Governors Island
Governors Island’s The Hills just opened to the public this Tuesday! Designed by premier landscape architect group West 8, The Hills will offer 360-degree views of New York Harbor and a permanent installation by British artist Rachel Whiteread. Encompassing four hills, one of which—Slide Hill—will be home to the longest slide in the city, you won’t want to miss out on the views from these new hilltops! -
10 Ways To Beat The Heat This Weekend
It’s about to get really, really hot this weekend–highs in the mid-90s are forecast through Sunday. Whether you want to seek relief in cold water or in an air-conditioned sanctuary, we’ve rounded up 10 ways to have fun while staying cool! -
Family Boating in NYC
Take advantage of NYC’s many waterways this summer by hopping in a kayak, canoe, rowboat–or even pedal boat! Pictured above: Young paddlers get water-ready with the Downtown Boathouse. (Image via Facebook.com/downtownboathouse)
