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Web Site Filled with Fun Ideas for Kids

creative activities for children, from author and mom, Sharla Feldscher

I love it when people send me links to kid-friendly stuff to do on the Web. Philadephia-based PR executive, author of several kid activity books, New York Family Magazine columnist, humanitarian and mom and grandmother extraordinaire, Sharla Feldscher, created her KidFun Web site to encourage creative play for Web-literate kids. She is the author of six books on creative activities for kids, including the KidFun activity book, published by Harper Collins. Her books have been translated internationally, and she is now authoring her KidFun column for New York Family Magazine ...


City Kids Summer Music & Art Programs

registering now

Inwood parents-

Here are a couple of wonderful summer programs for kids, right in our neighborhood. Registration is now open for both programs at City Kids Music, so be sure to call and reserve a space if you are interested.

  Music Together: 7-week summer session (July 5th – August 21st). Tuition of $180 includes 2 copies of the Summer Session CD and a beautifully illustrated songbook. If you register before June 25th, you will receive a $10 early bird discount which will make your tuition $170.

The program is more than ...


FISH TALES EXTRAVAGANZA!

at the New York Aquarium

Starting June 5, the New York Aquarium will host a Fish Tales Extravaganza, featuring marine-themed book readings, live music, theater, dance performances, and crafts every weekend of the month. Meet celebrity authors including Seymour Simon, Edel Rodriguez, and Susan Ring on the Explore the Shore Plaza. Enjoy the one-of-a-kind puppet show ImaginOcean from Avenue Q star John Tartaglia, and don't miss The Girl from the Sea, a magical dance performance created by the Alice Farley Dance Theater especially for the Aquarium. Here's the link for the event line-up ...


FREE Summer Programs for NYC Kids

CityParks Kids offer arts, sports and education courses for YOUR kids.

Hey, Macaroni moms and dads--Did you know that your NYC kids can take FREE arts, sports and education courses all summer long? It's true! The privately funded, publicly enjoyed CityParks Kids foundation provides qualitlly programming for NYC kids at parks, recreation and educational centers citywide. From private tennis lessons, to golf, track & field events, to arts events and environmental education programs, if your child is a NYC resident, they are eligible to take part in the summer fun! For more information on the organization and on upcoming summer programs ...

Happy June!

This is it, Macaroni families! June is here, and pretty soon, our little munchkins will be out of school--heading off to summer camp, hanging out in the playgrounds or sitting around the apartment with Nintendos and Leapsters, complaining about being bored. I face the summer holidays with a mixture of anticipation and (yes, I'm guilty) a bit of dread. I look forward to family trips to amusement parks, beaches and festivals, but I always feel a bit panicky about the idea of having to keep my kids entertained, sunblocked ...


IMAGINOCEAN EXTENDS MACARONI DISCOUNT THRU JUNE 30

Check out the Macaroni Kid deal on tickets for this fun kid show.


A couple of weeks ago, my family and I were invited to attend a showing of ImaginOcean--Tony Award-nominated John Tartaglia's live action, day-glo, 4-D puppet musical production for teensie-weensies. Gotta tell you that Katie LOVED every second of it and was literally sitting on the edge of her chair, enthralled throughout. If you have children under 8 years old, and you want to introduce them to the live theatre experience, THIS is the perfect venue for it! There are sparkly, audience-bound BUBBLES, cute day-glo fishie puppets, funny songs that ...


Luna Park Opens at Coney Island!

a perfect way to spend a summer day in New York with your family

If you're headed to the New York Aquarium, be sure to check out Coney Island, the beach, the famed Cyclone and the brand spanking-new Luna Park. Open from Monday through Friday, 12pm-12am and on Saturday and Sundays, from 11am-12am, the park has rides for every age group and features family-friendly entertainment and food, as well. Bring your swimsuits and beach blankets, folks. The beach is FREE at Coney Island! Four hour unlimited ride wristbands start at only $26 during the week and $30 on the weekend. Or buy a ...


Macaroni Moms

Calm the Crazy

  Thanks to Cleveland, Ohio Macaroni Kid Publisher Mom, Jenny Steadman, for this new mom fashion tip:

New from Calm the Crazy is the Kikou (kee-koo). If you are a stay-at-home mom who is so tired of changing her clothes that she wears spit-up all day, this is for you (and it is me!). If you are a working mom who is scared to pick up her kids before leaving for work because you have on your best shirt, this product is for you. If you are going out for that ...


Macaroni Must--50 % Off

Fathers Day Gift

 


Need a unique idea for a Fathers Day gift?  Pixable has a great solution--photo books and mosaics.  What is so neat about Pixable is that you can upload your pictures right from Facebook, making it super easy and fast.  Plus you can upload pictures from your hard drive or even Picasa and Flickr.
Then, just follow the easy-to-use instructions to lay-out and add captions to your photo book.  What dad wouldn't love pictures of his kids for Fathers day?!
And Pixable, as a sponsor, is offering Macaroni Kid readers ...


The Problem with Pluto

The Discovery, the Debate, the Science

I can't tell you how many times my nine year-old has challenged the Pluto planet demotion, folks. He simply refuses to believe that his favorite little planet could lose its planetary distinction and insists that the science is just plain WRONG where Pluto is concerned. If your kid is into astronomy or is equally confounded by how a planet can lose its title, he will love this event at the New York Public Library. Thanks to Jason Kendall, Director of the Inwood Astronomy Project for this event:

The IAP ...


This Week's Picks:

June 3rd through June 12th

Thursday, June 3 through Monday, June 28 - Make Art with Michael Albert

Mr. Albert will talk about his new book, An Artist's America, and his art, and will teach children his trademark style, “Cerealism,” a technique
of collage work made from cereal boxes.
Where: Children’s Center at 42nd Street
Sat, Mar 6; 3 p.m. Hamilton Fish Park Mon, May 10; 4 p.m. Harlem Thurs, Apr 15; 4 p.m.
When: n/a
Who: For ages 5 to 12.
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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Friday, June 4 - Family Fridays

Come out of the cold and join us in Central Park for Family Fridays, where you can kick off your weekend with arts and crafts that are guaranteed to be fun for the whole family. Two special dates feature live music and holiday celebrations ("Kwanzaa Songs" happens January 8, 2010, and "Djembe Beat" happens February 5, 2010). Programs are ongoing between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.; drop in any time before 3:30 p.m. to participate. Families only; no groups please. Advance registration not required. For more information, please call (212) 860-1370
Where: Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, Central Park (110th Street between Lenox and Fifth avenues)
Manhattan
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: (212) 860-1370
Cost: FREE
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Friday, June 4 - CMOM Target Free Friday

Oh, boy! The first Friday of every month the Children's Museum of Manhattan opens its doors for free  from 5-8pm! So what are you waiting for, Macaroni kids? Come enjoy all of the exhibits and special programs--All the COOL folks are doing it!
Where: Children's Museum of Manhattan 212 West 83rd St
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: 212 721-1223    http://www.cmom.org/ 
Cost: FREE 
For more info: Repeats every month on the Friday until Sat Feb 05 2011 .
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Friday, June 4 through Sunday, August 1 - South Pacific

Rogers and Hammerstein classic musical about love, war and prejudice on a South Pacific Island
Where: Lincoln Center 140 West 65th Street
When: 7:00 PM (Tue 7pm; Wed 2pm & 8pm; Thu-Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun 3pm; see website for exceptions & additions)
Who: all ages
How: 212.239.6200
Cost: $75-$125
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Saturday, June 5 through Saturday, June 26 - Family Time at NYPL

Family Time For all ages and their parents/caregivers at the New York Public Library
Where: Bronx Library Center * Sat, Mar 13; Apr 10;
May 8; 11 a.m.
Sedgwick Sat, Mar 27; 2 p.m.
Manhattan :: Inwood Sat, Mar 13; Apr 10;
May 8; 11 a.m.
Washington Heights Sat, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27;
When: n/a
Who: all ages
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 through Monday, July 26 - Read with Mudge

Children read aloud to a registered therapy dog
and licensed handler.
Where: New York Public Library 67th Street Branch Mar.22; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24; 3:30 p.m.
When: n/a
Who: For ages 5 and older.
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 - The YAI and Broadview Networks 2010 Central Park Challenge

The YAI and Broadview Networks 2010 Central Park Challenge is Saturday, June 5, 2010, so please mark your calendars for YAI's premier friend-raising and fundraising event. There will be activities for all ages: a 3K Walk, 5K Run, a Play Area and the Children's Jr. All-American Races, so come out and join us for a fabulous fun day, while raising awareness of the needs and rights of people with disabilities.

Who'll be there? Last year we had 10,000 people- community members, people who receive services from YAI, staff members, corporate partners, friends and family- - all came together in Central Park to raise funds for people with disabilities. We expect to top that number this year.
Where: Activities take place near the Bandshell. Enter Central Park at 72nd Street (East or West Side). You'll see signs and crowds leading you to all event activities.
When: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ALL AGES
How: While you can still register for the 5K run and the 3K walk on the day of the event, we stongly recommend that you register through the web site to avoid any delays, and possibly missing the start of the events. Thank you.
Cost: FREE/DONATIONS
For more info: Our online fundraising tools make it easy for you to create your own personal page, e-mail your contacts and ask for donations. If you prefer registering and raising funds offline you can do that by calling 1-877-YAI-WALK. All of the funds raised will go directly to support the 20,000 people with disabilities served by the YAI Network everyday.
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Saturday, June 5 - YAI and Broadview Networks 2010 Central Park Challenge

Mark your calendars for YAI's premier friend-raising and fundraising event. There will be activities for all ages, so come out and join us for a fabulous fun day, while raising awareness of the needs and rights of people with disabilities.
Where: Activities take place near the Bandshell. Enter Central Park at 72nd Street (East or West Side).
When: 7:30 AM (see schedule)
Who: all ages
How: http://support.yai.org/site/PageServer?pagename=CPC2010_ABT_EVNT_EventDetails
Cost: FREE
For more info:   Schedule of Events

7:30 a.m. - 5K Run Registration Open

8:30 a.m. - 3K Walk Registration Open

9:00 a.m. - 5K Run Begins

9:45 a.m. - 3K Walk Begins

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Play Area Open

11:00 a.m. - Jr. All-American Races Begin

12:00 p.m. - Award Ceremony & Closing Remarks  
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Saturday, June 5 through Sunday, June 6 - The Landscape of No Away

The Landscape of No Away:A community eco-art project from reused materials such as plastic bottles and found texts from discarded newspapers to create a garden of flowers.
      
   
Where: A FREE OUTDOOR EXHIBIT at two sites:The Fort Washington entrance to the 190th Street A train Station 
Isabella Geriatric Center, 515 Audubon Avenue @ 190th Street
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: all ages
How:   http://www.artstroll.com To follow this project: www.mdelgphoto.com and click blog

Cost: FREE (We LOVE that!)
For more info: Originating artists: Keesje Fischer and Patricia Eakins. Community Partners: NYC Parks & Recreation; Isabella Geriatric Center; Michelle Del Guercio and Skraptacular, Time Bank, NoMAA, and friends & neighbors.
The Landscape of No Away is part of the Uptown Arts Stroll.
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Saturday, June 5 - Hike The Heights

On June 5th, the regular Saturday Fitness Walk has a change of time and place.  In honor of National Trails Day, the Fort Tryon walkers are invited to join Hike the Heights. This hike replaces the regular 8:30 a.m. Fitness Walk.
Where: Meet at Fort Tryon Park and hike to the RING (Riverside Inwood Neighborhood Garden), then to Swindler's Cove, and finally to Highbridge Park.  At Highbridge, we'll join the outdoor festivities for Hike The Heights.  There will be food, fun, and games at this picturesque and historic site overlooking The High Bridge, a vestige of the Old Croton Aqueduct System.
When: 9:30 AM
Who: all ages
How: For more info about Hike the Heights, visit: http://sites.google.com/site/hiketheheights/
Cost: FREE
For more info: The end time depends on the walking pace of the participants; all levels are welcome.
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Saturday, June 5 through Sunday, July 18 - Emily Dickinson's Garden: The Poetry of Flowers

The New York Botanical Garden’s multi-venue exhibition, "Emily Dickinson’s Garden: The Poetry of Flowers," will illuminate Dickinson’s life and work, the connections that exist between her life and poems, and her study and love of flowers and gardens. Dickinson’s poems have become an integral part of the American literary canon, yet the fundamental impact that plants and flowers had on her poetry is little known by the public.

Where: New York Botanical Garden Bronx
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: (718) 817-8700
Cost: $20 adults, $8 children, under 2 free
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Saturday, June 5 through Monday, June 7 - Animal Tales Extravaganza

Celebrate summer and animals with your kids with Animal Tales at the Bronx Zoo - Award winning children's authors read from their books. Fun for the whole family!


Sat June 5

Animal Tales; How Do Lions Say I Love You; Who's Your Daddy *
Author Diane Muldrow

Wild About Books *
Illustrator Marc Brown

Duck and Goose *
Author Tad Hills

Sun June 6

Frog and Toad Are Friends
Author's daughter Adrianne Lobel
Where: Book Readings at Wild Asia Plaza
When: 11:00 AM (also 1pm and 3pm)
Who: all ages
How: Show up!
Cost: FREE, with zoo admission
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Saturday, June 5 through Sunday, July 11 - ISABELLE AND THE PRETTY-UGLY SPELL

ISABELLE AND THE PRETTY-UGLY SPELL is the tale of Isabelle, a lovable, but scatterbrained fairy godmother who goofs while casting a spell to help the Princess find true love and now has only three days to make things right. Izzy’s clock-ticking, cliff-hanging, nail-biting journey leads the audience through hilarious high jinx to heart-warming moments. Hummable songs, quirky characters, and an endearing story will delight “children of all ages” and make this musical ideal family entertainment. The New York Times raved: “A nearly perfect pastry of a show…
Where: The Vital Theatre  2162 Broadway at 76th Street
When: 11:00 AM (also 1:00 pm)
Who: all ages
How: Call (212) 579-0528
Cost: All Tickets $25.00
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Saturday, June 5 - PS 87 Street Fair



The MOST FUN UNDER THE SUN!!

With cool rides and games, amazing arts and crafts, a new and used book sale, and much, much more!

We’ll have delicious food from our very own Grill, Sno-Cones, cotton candy, baked goods and more scrumptious treats!

Everyone’s invited so bring your family and friends!

Hope to see you all at the Street Fair!!!
Where: 77 Street btwn Columbus and Amsterdam
When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: http://www.ps87.info/home
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 - Spring Fair


A marvelous mix of crafts, food and activities for the whole family. All fun...

   
Where: West 84th Street, between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 - The 4th Children's Festival of Russian Culture

Bring the whole family to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II. Dozens of Russian folk ensembles performing music and tradional dances, games, puppet shows, face painting, arts and crafts, Russian food & entertainment, more!
   

 


 
Where:
   The Cloister Lawn at Fort Tryon Park 99 Margaret Corbin Dr   Inwood
When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who:  All Ages   
How:
  http://www.rac-c.org 
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 - Lights, Camera, Read

top image This is a free family event that will be featuring perfomers from NYC Teen Theatre's "Sosua: Dare To Dance Together", The Magic Neighbors Puppets, Dr. Evy's The Tooth Fairy, Arts and Crafts, refreshments plus the launch of "The Lights Camera Read" contest in which kids can begin writing a short story of their own based on their favorite summer reading book.
Where: 4790 Broadway
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Alison Stamas (212)252-3636
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.lightscameraread.com
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Saturday, June 5 through Sunday, June 13 - Galli's Sleeping Beauty

Galli's Sleeping Beauty is an uplifting remake of the original Grimm story.  A witty king and his queen intentionally forget to invite the Thirteenth fairy to their first born daughter’s Rose birthday celebrations.  As a result the wicked witch curses the princess and her kingdom with a hundred-year sleep and only the “right” prince can awaken her again.
Where: Galli Theater
38 West 38th Street, 3rd floor New York, NY, 10018
When: 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up.
How: Tel 212-731-0668
Cost:   Adults $20.00
  Kids $15.00 
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Sunday, June 6 through Sunday, June 6 - Cinderella (Puppets)

puppet version of Grimm's fairy tale, performed by Tinker Bell Theatre
Where: West End Theatre 263 West 86th Street
When: 10:30 AM (also 11:45 Sat)
Who: all ages
How: 212.868.4444 http://www.frogandpeachtheatre.org
Cost: $8/in advance; $10/at door
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Sunday, June 6 - Pancakes in the Park

The Friends Committee of the Fort Tryon Park Trust invites you to join them for their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser.  Enjoy a delicious breakfast with live music and family entertainment in one of Manhattan's most spectacular spots.  Demonstrate your support for this very special park while you have a great time.  Proceeds from this year's events will be used for a tree care fund to help repair and restore our park trees following the extensive storm damage incurred this past winter.  

 
Where: Enter the park from Margaret Corbin Circle, where Cabrini Boulevard and Fort Washington Avenue converge and proceed north on Stan Michels Promenade to Linden Terrace.
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Online - with a credit card between May 6 and June 3 at  Ticket Sales At the Door - If space permits, tickets may be purchased at the door. Space is limited.  
Cost: Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children under 12.
For more info: This event is RAIN or SHINE and no refunds will be given. Limited accessiblity:  Linden Terrace is accessible only by stairs. NO DOGS, PLEASE! After Pancakes, stick around for Fort Tryon Park Trust's Neighborhood Yard Sale on Stan Michels Promenade.
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Sunday, June 6 - The Neighborhood Yard Sale Benefit


Recycle your unwanted treasures, find new homes for your white elephants, and do a good deed for the park.  When you rent a table at the annual Neighborhood Yard Sale you can do all that and more because you’ll be supporting the Fort Tryon Park Trust.

The proceeds from this event will be used for a tree care fund to help repair and restore our park trees following the extensive storm damage incurred this past winter.





Where: Fort Tryon Park Stan Michels Promenade
When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: ONLINE TABLE RESERVATIONS:  You may reserve a space and table here for the Yard Sale between May 6 and June 1. No reservations will be taken after that date.

Yard Sale reservations are available online from the home page of the Fort Tryon Park Trust.  Information about Yard Sale protocol is also available on the ticket sales page.
Cost: Rent a space and a table:  For $30, you get a 6-ft. x 10-ft. space and use of a 6-ft x 30-in. table. Yard Sale tables must be reserved and paid in full by Tuesday, June 1, 2010.  You will not receive tickets. Your name will be on a list at the door.  Online purchasers, you will receive an email confirmation as your receipt.
For more info: This event is rain or shine.  No refunds will be given should sellers opt out.

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Monday, June 7 - A Clearing in the Forest

The Central Park Conservancy's A Clearing in the Forest program combines eco-education and multicultural family fun with interactive dance, music, art, storytelling and puppetry performances. Pack a picnic and get ready to discover Central Park in a whole new way in the Park's most natural playground, The Peter Jay Sharp Children's Glade, and on the Great Hill. In the case of inclement weather, programs will be canceled. For more details, day-of weather-related changes, and accessibility information, call 212-860-1370. All programs are FREE. The Children's Glade and its ongoing maintenance and care are made possible by the Directors of the Peter Jay Sharp Foundation.
Where: Central Park West & 103 Street
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: 212-860-1370
Cost: FREE
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Monday, June 7 through Monday, August 2 - Game Board Games!

GamesBoard games of all types and all skill levels
Where: Fort Washington- NYPL branch
Mondays 3 p.m.
Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 5, 19;
May 3, 17
When: 3:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 8 through Thursday, August 12 - New York Public Library Presents Baby Story Time

Babies from birth to 18 months old and their parents/caregivers can enjoy great books, lively songs and rhymes and meet other babies in the neighborhood! 67th Street
Wednesdays 2 p.m.
Mar 17, 24;
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28;
May 5, 12, 19, 26

125th Street
Mondays 11 a.m.
Mar 22; Apr 5, 19;
May 3, 17


Fort Washington
Saturdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 20; Apr 17; May 15

Hamilton Grange
Tuesdays 11 a.m.
Mar 16, 23, 30;
Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;
May 11, 18, 25

Harlem
Wednesdays 2 p.m.
Mar 17, 24, 31;
Apr 14, 21, 28; May 12, 19, 26
Where: Various NYPL branches, including: 67 Street 125 Street Fort Washington Hamilton Grange Harlem Inwood
When: n/a
Who: birth to 18 months
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE!!!
For more info:

Inwood
Thursdays 11 a.m.
Mar 25; Apr 8, 22;
May 13, 27
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Tuesday, June 8 - FREE Music Together Class

Sing, clap, play with your child while they learn about music by creating it!
Where: 251 West 100th St
When: 10:30 AM
Who: 0-4, plus care-giver
How: http://www.ESWSMusicTogether.com
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 8 - FREE Outdoor Literacy Program


The YMHA is moving their literacy program outdoors!  Children can come practice reading skills, and discover exciting books, games and activities to help them build stronger literacy skills!
Arts and Crafts! Special guest readers!
Where: Tuesdays at 3 pm in J Hood Wright Park on 173 and Ft. Washington and Wednesdays at 3pm in Anne Loftus Playground at Broadway and Dyckman.
When: 3:00 PM
Who: Kids 5-9
How: For more information, please call Abraham Palma,
212-569-6200, ext. 249.
Cost: ADMISSION IS FREE!
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Tuesday, June 8 - Preschool Story Time


Free storytime program for children ages 3-5. Fun and interactive.
Where: Fort Washington Branch Library, 535 West 179th St (at Audubon Ave
When: 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM (ongoing)
Who: kids 3-5
How: http://www.nypl.org/branch/local/man/fw.cfm  
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 8 - Museum Mile Festival

One day a year, for the past 31 years, nine of the country's finest museums, all ones that call Fifth Avenue home, collectively open their doors from 6pm - 9pm for free to New Yorkers and visitors for a mile-long block party and visual art celebration. This traffic-free, music- and art-filled celebration fills the street and sidewalks of Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 105th street, the mile now officially designated as Museum Mile. Over 50,000 visitors attend the festival annually.

In celebration of their 40th anniversary, El Museo del Barrio will kick-off the Festival at 5:45pm on the steps of their museum at 104th street! Plus, follow the mile with street muralist De La Vega – grab a piece of chalk and make your mark!
Where: Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 105th street
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: http://www.museummilefestival.org/
Cost: FREE
For more info:
Featuring:

    * FREE ACCESS 6pm - 9pm
      to all the museums along the mile
    * 23 car-free blocks
      5th Avenue between 82nd & 105th

    * Live bands
    * Entertainment
    * Art-in-the street
      activities for kids
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Wednesday, June 9 - Toddler Story Time

Toddlers from 18 months to 3 years old and their parents/caregivers can enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and fingerplays, and spend time with other toddlers in the neighborhood
Where: various NYPL  locations Harlem
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 10, 17, 24, 31;
Apr 14, 21, 28;
May 12, 19, 26



Inwood
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;
May 4, 11, 18, 25 Hamilton Grange
Tuesdays 11:30 a.m.
Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;
May 11, 18, 25
When: n/a
Who: Toddlers from 18 months to 3 years old
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
For more info: 67th Street
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 3, 10, 17, 24;
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28;
May 5, 12, 19, 26


125th Street
Wednesdays 11 a.m.
Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28;
May 5, 12, 19, 26


Fort Washington
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28;
May 5, 12, 19, 26

Hamilton Fish Park
* Wednesdays 11 a.m.
Mar 31; Apr 28; May 26


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Wednesday, June 9 through Thursday, August 12 - Programs for Children K-6

Arts & Crafts, Chess, Computers & Technology, Film, Games, Gaming, Knitting & Crochet, Literature & Poetry, Music, Reading Aloud, and Story Time
Where: various NYPL locations, including: 96th Street Saturdays 2 p.m. Mar 13
115th Street Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 17, 24, 31;
Apr 7, 14, 21, 28;
May 5, 12, 19, 26
Aguilar * Fridays 3:30 p.m. Apr 16; May 7

Columbus Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 17

Fort Washington Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 12; Apr 2; May 7

Inwood Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 18; Apr 15; May 20
When: n/a
Who: K-6
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
For more info: Hamilton Fish Park Mondays 4 p.m.

Fridays 4 p.m.
Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10
May 14, 19; Apr 2; May 7
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Wednesday, June 9 through Wednesday, August 11 - Tween Time Books, arts, crafts, games, and other activities

Books, arts, crafts, games, and other activities
Where: Inwood Branch NYPL Wed, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24; Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 4 p.m.
When: n/a
Who: For ages 9 and older.
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 12 through Saturday, July 3 - Story Time

A storytelling program, including favorite stories from around the world, presented by children's librarians
Where: New York Public Library   67th Street
Saturdays 10:30 a.m.
Mar 20; Apr 17

96th Street
Mondays 4 p.m.
Mar 22
When: n/a
Who: all ages
How: http://www.nypl.org/sites/default/files/roar_uproar.pdf
Cost: FREE
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This Week's Calendar:

June 4th through June 11th

Friday, June 4 - The Lion King

Disney's Tony Award winning musical about a pride of lions and the circle of life.
Where: Minskoff Theatre

200 W 45th St (between Broadway and Eighth Ave)
When: Sundays 3pm , Tuesdays 7pm , Wednesdays 2pm, 8pm , Thursdays 8pm , Fridays 8pm , Saturdays 2pm, 8pm
Who: all ages
How: 212-307-4100
Cost: $69.50–$128.50
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Friday, June 4 - Mary Poppins

This is a musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the 1964 Walt Disney film about the magical nanny Mary Poppins. The musical, which opened in London a couple of yearsa go, features many of the original songs from the film, along with new songs by George Stites and Anthony Drewe.
Where: New Amsterdam Theatre 214 West 42nd Street
When: 2:00 PM (8:00 pm)
Who: all ages
How: 212-307-4747
Cost: $20.00 - $120.00
For more info: I've seen it, and it's FANTASTIC!!!
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Saturday, June 5 through Wednesday, April 27 - Fitness Walks with Parks

Join us for one hour of walking, stretching, strengthening, and body toning using only the park, our own bodies, and gravity. All levels welcome; we modify the program to meet your level of ability.  These walks are year-round.  Heavy rain cancels.
Where: Meet at the entrance to the Heather Garden on Margaret Corbin Circle where Cabrini Boulevard and Fort Washington Avenue converge.
Manhattan
When: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM (ongoing every Sat; also free fitness walking Tu & Th, 7:30-8:30 am)
Who: all ages
How: To register, email Nancy at healthwriter2@aol.com. For more information, call Linda at (212) 795-1388 ext. 304
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 5 - Inwood Astronomy Program

guided star-gazing for the whole family! Northern Manhattan Parks and the Inwood Astronomy Project guides will escort groups up the hill, where you can use the telescopes provided (or bring your own, if you prefer), to see the planets and stars and learn more about the solar system from the experts! If you arrive late, they will mark the path with chalk so you can catch up with the group--FUN!
Where: meet at the park entrance at Payson and Beak streets.
When: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM (event takes place every Sat and Wed)
Who: all ages
How: Show up
Cost: FREE (We LOVE that!)
For more info: On Wednesdays, you can meet at the ballfields closest to Seaman Avenue and Isham Street for the same tour
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Sunday, June 6 - Christoph Niemann to sign SUBWAY

Celebrate the gritty thrill of the New York City subway in Christoph Niemann's new picture book! Buy a book, and he'll sign it for you.  Author of the popular New York Times blog Abstract City and the recent I LEGO N.Y, CHRISTOPH NIEMANN’s illustrations have appeared on the covers of The New Yorker, Newsweek, Wired, The New York Times Magazine and American Illustration. His work has won numerous awards, and he is the author of many books, among them “The Pet Dragon,” which teaches Chinese characters to young readers, “I LEGO N.Y.” and, most recently, “SUBWAY,” based on “The Boys and the Subway,” the first entry of his Abstract City blog.
Where: Book Culture on Broadway 2915 Broadway at 114th Street
When: 10:30 AM
Who: all ages
How: For more information contact us at 646-403-3000
or broadway@bookculture.com
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, June 6 through Sunday, June 20 - Scandinavian Music Festival by Scandia Symphony

Experience the music and culture of Scandinavia at the Fort Tryon Park Scandinavian Music Festival.  For three Sundays in a row, you can enjoy classical music by Scandinavian composers and performed by the New York Scandia Symphony with Dorrit Matson, Music Director.  New this year is the Scandia Children's Concert with Fairy Tale Favorites from Scandinavia.

    * Sunday, June 6:  Scandia String Quartet performing works by Frank Foerster, Poul Schierbeck, Edvard Grieg, and Jean Sibelius

   
Where: Enter the park at Margaret Corbin Circle where Cabrini Boulevard and Fort Washington Avenue converge. Take the first path to your left and walk downhill to Billings Lawn. Easily accessible from the M4 Bus or the A Train.
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Bring a blanket and enjoy beautiful music in a spectacular setting overlooking the Hudson River and the New Jersey Palisades.
Cost: FREE (Is this a GREAT city, or WHAT?!!)
For more info: This event repeats every week on Sunday between 6/6/2010 and 6/20/2010. * Sunday, June 13: Scandia Children's Concert - Fairy Tale Favorites from Scandinavia - Music and narration of The Ugly Duckling, a Danish Flok Song with text by Hans Christian Andersen, and The Troll and The Dinosaur by Frank Foerester

    * Sunday, June 20: Scandia Brass Quintet performing works by William Brade, Vagn Holmhoe, and Edvard Grieg
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Sunday, June 6 - Evening Night Hike

Search for owls, skunks, raccoons, bats, and other notcurnal creatures that inhabit the park.
Where: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center
When: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: (212) 304-3401
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 8 - PlayWorks

4,000 sf interactive language, science, math, imagination and science exhibit for babies through preschool kids - hands on, fun and good for them!
Where: Children's Museum of Manhattan 212 W. 83rd St
nr. Broadway
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (ongoing)
Who: infant-preschool
How: 212-721-1234
Cost: FREE babies $5 seniors $8 general
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Tuesday, June 8 - Cosmic Collisions




Cool kid-friendly NASA/Hayden Planetarium intergalactic media event, narrated by Robert Redford
Where: Rose Center for Earth and Space at American Museum of Natural History
Central Park West at 81st St
When: 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (first Friday of the month, ongoing)
Who: 6-12
How: 212-769-5200
Cost: $13 kids $16.50 students and seniors $22 general
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Wednesday, June 9 through Sunday, August 1 - Cirque Du Soleil: Banana Shpeel

Vaudeville-inspired comedy, dance, adventures for the family Runs until May 30
Where:
Beacon Theatre2124 Broadway New York, NY
When: n/a
Who: all ages
How: 212.307.4100
Cost: $35-$199
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Wednesday, June 9 - Field Trip to the Moon

On this trip to the Moon in the immersive Hayden Planetarium, you'll feel the ground shake as your rocket launches, see a sunrise in space, and orbit and land on the Moon. Guided by a live presenter, you'll admire the view from where humans last walked on the Moon, and see what awaits us on future missions.
Where: Hayden Planetarium Space Theater Central Park West at 79th Street
When: 10:30 AM (Wednesdays only)
Who: all ages
How: Call Central Reservations at (212) 769-5200, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
Cost: Call for pricing
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Thursday, June 10 - Fire Simulation Presentation

"Fire Simulation Presentation," the fascinating fire-safety learning program of the FDNY at Rockefeller Center, teaches kids not to be scared, but rather how to be smart about the dreaded blaze. The interactive show includes real-life video, authentic equipment, a little fake smoke, and a solid lesson by folks in uniform on getting out safely. — Susan Avery
Where: FDNY Fire Zone at Rockerfeller Center
34 W. 51st St., New York, NY 10020
nr. Rockefeller Plz.
When: 9:30 AM (ongoing, Mon-Sat, 9:30am-5:30pm; Sun, 9:30am-3:30pm)
Who: all ages
How: 212-698-4520
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, June 10 - Family Literacy

Join the volunteers at the YM&YWHA for a free, yummy dinner, and hang out to practice literacy skills, discover exciting books, games and activities, share family stories, do arts and crafts projects, listen to music, and learn all about cooking! What a blast!!! All that, and literacy education, too:)
Where: YM&YWHA Washington Heights & Inwood 54 Nagle Ave  
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: 212-569-6200 http://www.ywashhts.org  
Cost: FREE (We LOVE that!)
For more info: space is limited, so please pre-register. Call Angela Scardina at extension 250.
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Friday, June 11 - Spanish Language Storytime

 





Join native speaker, Claudia, for storytime en español!

¡Ven a celebrar con nosotros durante la hora de cuentos en español! Esta hora será dedicada a leer libros divertidos y a compartir.

Todas edades y personalidades están bienvenidos.
Where: Book Culture on Broadway Children's Reading Room
When: 3:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Who: all ages
How: http://www.bookculture.com
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:

June 4th through June 10th

Friday, June 4 - In the Heights

The 2008 Tony winner for Best New Musical about love, laughter and life in Washington Heights
Where: Richard Rodgers Theatre

226 W 46th St (between Broadway and Eighth Ave)
When: Sundays 2pm, 7pm , Tuesdays 7pm , Wednesdays 8pm , Thursdays 8pm , Fridays 8pm , Saturdays 2pm, 8pm
Who: 10 and up
How: 212-307-4100
Cost: $40–$120
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Thursday, June 10 - FREE GED Classes

FREE GED prep classes for teens or adults
Where: 76 Wadsworth Avenue (between 176 and 177 Streets) 4th floor
When: 9:00 AM (Mon-Th, 9am-1pm and 6-8:30 pm)
Who: teens and adults
How: 212-822-8323
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

June 12th through June 30th

Saturday, June 12 - SPRING CARNIVAL AT PS 178!!!!

COME ON OUT FOR THE 6th ANNUAL SPRING CARNIVAL AT PS 178!!!!

When: Saturday, June 12, 2010

10:30 am to 2:30 pm followed by our raffle drawing :)



We will have great food, fun games awesome bouncy castles and other activities for all to enjoy!!!
Have fun while supporting a wonderful school !!!!!
Where: Where: Bogardus Place between Ellwood and Hillside
When: 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Who: all ages
How: Show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 12 - FAMILY DAY

Engage in nature at this free, day-long event celebrating family! Games and give-a-ways, arts & crafts, nature portraits and much more …
   New York Restoration Project (NYRP) invites New Yorkers to celebrate the value of family and the incredible opportunity nature provides for fun time together at New York Restoration Project’s 4th Annual Family Day at Swindler Cove Park, a five-acre park along the Harlem River. From family fishing to a recycle relay, NYRP welcomes families from the Upper Manhattan communities of Washington Heights and Inwood to engage in all things nature.
Where: Swindler Cove Park (Harlem River Drive and Dyckman Street, Inwood – Entrance at 10th & Dyckman Ave.)
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: NYRP staff and environmental educators will lead families in a variety of activities centered around family, nature and health, including games, hands-on hikes, family nature portraits, gardening demonstrations and learning about ways to be green, together. all ages (I'll be there, too!)
How: http://travelnews.travelingmamas.com/new-york-restoration-project-presents-4th-annual-family-day-at-swindler-cove-park/
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 26 - Play Me a Story Presents, The Magic Goldfish

Play Me a Story, A Storyteller and live Multi-instrumentalist invite children to participate in a musical and theatrical journey into the world of The Magic Goldfish.  The children are able to assist in telling the story through singing, dancing, and acting out parts in the story, or may simply watch and listen as they are transported to the world of The Magic Goldfish.   
Where: Event Place: Central Park's Harlem Meer as Part of the Family Fishing Event Address: 110th ST. between 5th Ave, and Lenox Ave. (on the Shaded Lawn) New York, NY 10026
When: Times: Performances at 1pm and 2pm
Who: Recommended Age Range: 3-10
How:    www.playmeastory.org or visit the Central Park Link for the event.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: (rain or shine)
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Wednesday, June 30 - Rooftop-a-palooza!

Rooftop-a-palooza!Wednesday, June 30, 4pm - 5:15pm

Join us on our beautiful rooftop as we grow our very own mini gardens, sing and dance to live music, and enjoy a pizza dinner. Children will plant seeds to take home, and everyone will enjoy a relaxing and entertaining summer afternoon! For ages 1 - 5.
Where: The JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue @ 76th Street, 646-505-5708
When: 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Who: all ages
How: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/cat-content.aspx?catid=2958&progID=21255
Cost: $13 member / $15 non member (children under 1 year free)
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CYBERCHASE SATURDAY & FREE TICKET CONTEST

from The TRIBECA CINEMAS KIDS CLUB

Macaroni Film Buffs - Here's a terrific reason to hit the "1" train downtown with your kids! Check it out--a film festival JUST for them!!! Want an even BETTER reason? WE ARE GIVING AWAY ONE SET OF TICKETS  to the first Macaroni kid who can answer our contest question this week:

What is the name of the cyber pal of brainy heros Inez, Jackie and Matt?

Post your answer on our Macaroni Kid FORUM, and if you are the first one to get it right, you'll WIN FREE TICKETS ...


Macaroni Made

Sorbet in a Bag!

  

This is a great alternative to making ice cream for kids when you want them eating something a bit healthier!  It doesnt get better or easier than this my friends!

2/3 cup pure juice (meaning real juice, not "juice drink")


Approx one tray of cubed ice
6 tbsp rock (coarse) salt
1 pint size Ziploc bag
1 gallon size Ziploc bag

Place juice in small ziploc, then seal, being careful to squeeze the air out before sealing. Fill large bag with ice (should be about half full) and add ...


WaHiTeens Perform

a reminder not to miss this special cultural educational event presented by the YM & YWHA of Washing


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The YM&YWHA of Washington Heights is proud to invite you to a very special cultural and educational event that celebrates the diversity of our community and the strong connection among people in this neighborhood.

Twenty Dominican and Jewish teenagers from Washington Heights have been transformed into an enthusiastic and talented group of performers by working diligently for the past three months to complete an original musical production Sosúa: Dare to Dance Together, that will debut at the Y in June.  The musical, directed by the renowned Elizabeth (Liz ...


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