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Weekend Planner: Fun Family Activities In NYC (September 30-October 2)

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  • "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" at the New Victory Theater

     The New Victory Theater will kick off its 2016-2017 season with this timeless adventure story performed by Kidoons/WYRD Productions of Montreal, Canada! This new version of a beloved classic follows Jules as he sets off on an aquatic adventure bringing the depths of the ocean to life through interactive technology and stunning projection. This show has a running time of an hour and 45 minutes (including one intermission). (Beginning Friday) Photo: Claus Anderson
  • Fall Activities at the Queens County Farm Museum

    Fall Activities at the Queens County Farm Museum

     Head to the Queens County Farm Museum this weekend as they officially kick off Fall! Purchase your favorite variety of Hudson Valley apples while sipping on fresh, locally made apple cider. Enjoy a sheep shearing demonstration (Saturday, October 1st only), and then head over with your littles ones to the farm’s Pumpkin Patch to pick out your own pumpkin! (Beginning Saturday) Photo: queensfarm.org

  • "I Approve This Message" Exhibit at the Children's Museum of Manhattan

     Is your child curious about the 2016 presidential election? Then check out “I Approve This Message,” the new interactive exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. In addition to introducing young children to the electoral process, it will also feature a 40-foot display of framed historical documents, including autographs of every American President. (Beginning Saturday) Photo: cmom.org
  • Chile Pepper Festival 2016 at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

    Chile Pepper Festival 2016 at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

     Spice up your Saturday with the 24th annual Chile Pepper Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden! Enjoy a fiery day of live music and dance plus all kinds of foods utilizing various varieties of chili peppers. There will also be a farmer’s market and tours exploring chili pepper plantings at the Garden. Join BBG in celebration of chili peppers and the cultures that use them. (Saturday) Photo: bbg.org
  • My Dog Loves Central Park Fair in Central Park

    My Dog Loves Central Park Fair in Central Park

     Bring your family and dog(s) to Central Park this Saturday for the My Dog Loves Central Park Fair! Spend a dog day afternoon with your pooch during this on-leash event which includes games, trainer sessions, a dog license corner, a dog agility obstacle course, a dog adoption station, canine makeovers, and more. Kids will howl for the Family Fun Zone where they can participate in a scavenger hunt! (Saturday) Photo: centralparknyc.org
  • Vered and the Babes at Symphony Space

    Vered and the Babes at Symphony Space

     A kid-friendly doo-wop group? Count us in! Parents and kids will love singing and dancing to Vered and the Babes’ upbeat music, featuring lyrics grown ups can get into and beats that kids can get down with. (Saturday) Photo: symphonyspace.org
  • World Maker Faire at the New York Hall of Science

    World Maker Faire at the New York Hall of Science

     At the 7th annual World Maker Faire makers will be sharing everything from robotics to food-making to DIY crafting in what has become the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth. Be sure to buy a ticket and drop by to learn what innovations are shaping the future as well as to meet the people behind them. (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: makerfaire.com
  • Honey Weekend at Wave Hill

    Honey Weekend at Wave Hill

     Buzz over to Wave Hill for a weekend of fun and educational activities related to bees and honey. There will be bee-centered family art projects, a candle-making workshop, honey tastings, a demonstration on extracting honey, and an information station where you can try on real beekeeping gear. Families will also have the opportunity to adopt their very own Wave Hill bee! (Saturday-Sunday) Photo: Joshua Bright via wavehill.org
  • Ri Ra Children's Festival of Literature at The Irish Arts Center

    Ri Ra Children's Festival of Literature at The Irish Arts Center

     This annual festival at the Irish Arts Center celebrates Irish children’s literature and is a wonderful opportunity for children to discover new books and take part in reading and storytelling workshops. (Sunday) Photo: Irish Arts Center via Facebook

  • "Pete the Cat" at the Queens Theatre

     Children will love going on an adventure with Pete, a blue, rock and roll-loving cat, and his friend Jimmy as they search for inspiration for Jimmy’s second grade art class. Thankfully, Pete has enough room in his VW Bus for the whole family to get in on the fun. (Sunday) Photo: queenstheatre.org
  • Elle Belle Takes a Sweeter-Than-Sweet Trip to Hershey, PA

    Elle Belle Takes a Sweeter-Than-Sweet Trip to Hershey, PA

     This sweet little lady had the most terrific and tasty trip to the sweetest place on earth – Hershey, PA! It was a delicious adventure filled with smiles and chocolate everywhere.
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Monster Mini Golf

<p>Upon entering Monster Mini Golf, all perceptions of traditional mini golf will be spirited away by the indoor, 18-hole, monster-theme, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course! The locations in <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Deer Park</a>, and <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/gardencity/">Garden City, NY</a> invite guests to experience a host of family-oriented fun activities. Whether visiting for the first time or the one hundredth, mini golfers feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst spooktacular monsters and custom, glow-in-the-dark, hand-painted artwork. While testing their skill on the fairways, lively music flows over the course from the unique “WEIRD Radio” station” and an interactive DJ entertains golfers with contests, awarding cool prizes for the wackiest reasons. While the course is challenging enough for adults, it is also quite playable for children. Monster Mini Golf is open year-round and frightfully fun for the entire family. In addition to miniature golf and thrilling arcade and redemption games, the locations offer additional attractions. <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Monster Mini Golf in Deer Park, NY</a> offers a Laser Maze and a Virtual Reality experience. The Garden City location offers a Laser Maze, Bowling, and a Virtual Reality Experience. Two very posh, private party rooms are also available and are perfect for any event. Monster Mini Golf looks forward to making it a monstrous success. Monster Mini Golf is indoors, ensuring that the event will always take place, regardless of the weather. It is a climate-controlled, affordable source of family entertainment. For more details please visit <a href="http://monsterminigolf.com">monsterminigolf.com</a> or find them on Facebook.</p>

Young Actors at Strasberg

<p>Young Actors at Strasberg offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 – 12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry – all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson!</p> <p>Young Actors Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in July and August.</p> <p><strong>About The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute:</strong></p> <p>Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.</p>

Instituto Cervantes

<p><span class="" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Children and teenagers learn to understand and express themselves in Spanish, while improving their communication skills through a dynamic immersion program taught by NATIVE TEACHERS that combines CLASSES, ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS and FUN ACTIVITIES! All of our high-qualified teachers are native Spanish speakers who adapt the structure of the class to the needs and levels of each group while conducting the classes entirely in Spanish. We offer both Spanish Summer Camps and Regular Courses for children along the year to foster language learning and multicultural understanding.</span></p>

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