| Event |
Category |
Kids Event? |
On-going Event? |
Description |
Day(s), Time & Cost |
Location |
Contact Info. |
Info |
Begin Date |
End Date |
| Preschool Time at Yorkville Branch |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Enjoy stories, books, fingerplays and more for ages 3 to 5. |
Nov. 3, 10, 24; 4:00 pm, Free |
Yorkville Library, 222 East 79th Street |
(212) 744-5824 |
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| Sesame Street Celebrates Around the World |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
It’s New Year’s Eve on Sesame Street and around the world! As everyone prepares for the big party, anchorman Elmo and the Monster News Network provide special on location reports showing us the New Year’s customs and celebrations from around the world. |
Dec. 27th, Noon; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-12-27 |
2008-12-27 |
| Christmas Eve on Sesame Street |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
It’s Christmas Eve on Sesame Street, and everyone is joining in the excitement until a question form Oscar throws Big Bird into a tailspin. “How does a guy like Santa Claus, who’s built like a dump truck, come down all of those skinny little chimneys?” Oscar asks. Suddenly, Big Bird is worried that if he can’t answer the question, there won’t be any presents on Christmas. |
Dec. 20th, 10:30 am; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-12-20 |
2008-12-20 |
| Story-time with a Toy Soldier |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
This quick, free reading, courtesy of a Toy Soldier, provides a nice respite from the inevitable headache that comes with shopping at this midtown toy emporium. Ages 5 and under. |
Mondays 1pm, 3pm , Tuesdays 1pm, 3pm , Wednesdays 1pm, 3pm , Thursdays 1pm, 3pm , Fridays 1pm, 3pm; Free |
FAO Schwartz, 767 Fifth Ave (at 58th St) |
212-872-8977 |
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| Wild Holiday Party: Presents to the Animals |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
There’s no fruitcake or eggnog at this holiday party! Fishsicles, fruit, and peanut butter are just a few of the tasty treats polar bears and other animals will enjoy during these festive weekends. |
December 6–7, 13–14, & 20–21; various hours check with zoo; Members $15; Non-members $20 |
Central Park Zoo, 64th Street and Fifth Avenue |
212.439.6583 |
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| Story Time for Preschoolers |
Children's Activities |
No |
Yes |
Stories and films for children ages 3 to 5. |
Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 10:30 and 11:15 am; Free |
96th Street Library, 112 East 96th Street |
(212) 289-0908 |
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| Eastside Westside Music Together's Free demonstration class |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Get ready for winter with a Free demonstration class at one of ESWS Music Together's fourteen locations on the upper east and west sides. |
November 17th, 18th, 19th & 20th. Check for times and locations. Free. |
Check website for locations |
(212) 496-1242 or info@eswsmusictogether.com |
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2008-11-17 |
2008-11-20 |
| Animal Creations |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Sketch your storyboard, grab some clay and start animating! Create your own stop-motion animation using a unique software that helps you capture each movement step-by-step. Learn the basic concepts behind creating the illusion of movement, and craft your own unique Claymation short to take home. |
Nov. 15 and 16th and Dec. 13th, 1:00 pm; $5 |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
(212) 833-7858 |
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| Elmo's Happy Holidays |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
In the first-ever “Elmo’s World” holiday special, Elmo is gearing up to celebrate Christmas. But what present will he give Dorothy, his beloved goldfish? As he searches for an answer, Elmo learns about holidays around the world and discovers the many things that Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa have in common. Finally, Elmo goes to the North Pole, where Santa has some expert advice about the true spirit of Christmas – and the perfect gift for Dorothy. |
Dec. 11th, 2:00 pm; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-12-11 |
2008-12-11 |
| Arthur's Family Fun |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Join Arthur, D.W., and all their pals in this fun filled animated series based on Marc Brown’s best-selling children’s books. In Arthur’s Family Fun, Mr. Sipple from next door is moving away and Arthur wonders who will be the new neighbors? When Alberto Molina and his family settle in, Arthur makes a new friend and learns about a different culture. This special also includes Sue Ellen’s Little Sister and Arthur’s Family Feud. |
Nov. 22nd, Noon; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-11-22 |
2008-11-22 |
| Arthur the Good Sport |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Join Arthur, D.W., and all their pals in this fun filled animated series based on Marc Brown’s best-selling children’s books. In Arthur The Good Sport, when the Athlete of the Year Award doesn’t go to Francine, she makes no effort to hide her hurt feelings from Jenna, the recipient. Michelle Kwan, world champion figure skater and graduate of Lakewood Elementary, guest stars to teach Francine about being a good sport. This special also includes Muffy’s Soccer Shocker and Francine Frensky, Olympic Rider. |
Dec. 6th, 12:00 pm; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-12-06 |
2008-12-06 |
| MyTime Teen Tech Lab at 67th Street |
Children's Activities |
No |
Yes |
Need more time to IM, game, chat, email, research or do homework? If so, this hands-on, hour-long, teens-only computer lab time is just for you! For ages 12-18. |
Nov. 4, 11, 25 -- 3:00 pm; Free |
67th Street Library, 328 East 67th Street |
(212) 734-1717 |
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| Peeking into Playstation |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
You know how to play the game but do you know how the game is played? Go beyond what's on your screen and explore the inner workings of a Playstation®2 console and Dual Shock2 controller. Learn what makes these devices uniquely designed for interactive game playing and how they differ from your average computer. Take it apart yourself as museum staff guide you through the process piece by piece. |
Nov. 22, 29 and Dec. 13, 20, 2:00 pm; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
(212) 833-7858 |
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| After-school Arts and Smarts Clubs |
Children's Activities |
No |
Yes |
This program claims that “it’s like coming home after school,” but really the center serves more as an extension of the school day for many kids. Each club (divided by age) has a homeroom, a teacher and an assistant, and there’s a lot of focus on studying. Lucky for the kids, there’s often enough art-making and performing to keep them from noticing that homework is primary at Rhinelander. Cooking, computer, pottery, dance and other projects also augment academic endeavors. |
Ongoing |
Rhinelander Center, 350 East 88th St (between First and Second Aves) |
212-876-0500 |
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| Junior Tennis Program |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
At this Upper East Side club, kids learn the basics of tennis by doing drills, playing games and actively practicing the rules of the popular racket-swinging game. |
Ongoing, various times and pricing packages |
Junior Tennis Program 1918 First Ave, between 98th and 99th Sts, Upper East Side |
(212-876-7766) |
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| SHALOM SESAME: CHANUKAH |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Celebrate the “Festival of Lights” as actor Jeremy Miller takes a trip down memory lane to the land of the Maccabees. Elsewhere Levana White hosts everyone’s favorite game show Dreidel of Fortune and Moishe Oofnik cooks up delicious jellyfish doughnuts. |
Dec. 28th, 1:00 and 2:00 pm; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
212-833-7858 |
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2008-12-28 |
2008-12-28 |
| Storytime at the Museum |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Children can learn about 19th century life in New York through historically-themed stories, play dress up in the Children's Corner, and role-play with the Touch Collection. If weather permits, storytime is presented outdoors in the garden gazebo, and afterwards children can play with assorted wooden toys. |
Nov. 21st, 10:30 am; Free with admission |
Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden, 421 East 61st Street |
212.838.6878 |
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2008-11-21 |
2008-11-21 |
| Whitney Wees |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Bring your children for an interactive experience of looking, sharing, and working together in the Museum galleries. Each month families explore a different theme. |
Most Saturdays; 10:30-11:30 am; Free with admission |
Whitney Museum of American Art, 945 Madison Avenue |
212-570-3676 |
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| Preschool Films |
Children's Activities |
No |
No |
Films |
Nov. 3, 5, 12, 19 and 26 -- 4:00 pm; Free |
Yorkville Library, 222 East 79th Street |
(212) 744-5824 |
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2008-10-15 |
2008-11-26 |
| Wall Stories: Children's Wallpaper and Books |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Cinderella, Peter Rabbit, Popeye, Mickey Mouse and Goofy, Winnie-the-Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Pinocchio are among the dozens of beloved children's story characters featured in an exhibition that plumbs the holdings of Cooper-Hewitt's Wallcoverings department, which has more than ten thousand objects dating from the seventeenth through the twenty-first centuries. |
October 3, 2008–April 5, 2009; Free with admission |
Cooper-Hewitt, 2 East 91st Street |
212.849.8400 |
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| Meet St. Nicholas |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Do you know where Santa Claus comes from? Learn about the patron saint who inspired his character. Don’t forget to bring your wish list to share with longtime Central Park Conservancy volunteer, Ed Bobrow, who will be dressed in full Santa Claus garb. Activity is ongoing throughout the designated time. |
Dec. 21st, 11:00 am; Free |
Belvedere Castle (Mid-park at 79th Street) |
212-772-0210 |
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2008-12-21 |
2008-12-21 |
| Baby Lapsit |
Children's Activities |
No |
Yes |
Stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for babies from birth to 18 months old with their parent/caregiver. Preregistration is required per program. |
Nov. 5, 19 -- 10:30 am; Free |
Webster Library, 1465 York Avenue |
(212) 288-5049 |
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| R.E.A.D. with Mudge at Webster Branch |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Children read aloud to a registered therapy dog and licensed handler. This program is designed to encourage a love of reading in a fun and warm environment. Recommended for ages 6 to 11. Preregistration is required. |
Nov. 24th, 4:00 pm; Free |
Webster Library, 1465 York Avenue |
(212) 289-5049 |
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2008-11-24 |
2008-11-24 |
| Stories for Sweet Peas |
Children's Activities |
No |
Yes |
A special story time for 3 years old with their parent/caregiver. |
Nov. 6, 13, 20; 2:00 pm; Free |
67th Street Library, 328 East 67th Street |
(212) 734-1717 |
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| Peek-A-Boo 'n Books |
Children's Activities |
No |
No |
Nursery rhymes, finger plays and movements for babies from birth to18 months old with their parent/caregiver. |
Nov. 5 and 19th; 10:30 and 11:15 am; Free |
67th Street Library, 328 East 67th Street |
(212) 734-1717 |
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2008-10-22 |
2008-11-19 |
| Toddler Story Time |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Stories, songs and fingerplays for toddler 18 to 36 months old with parent/caregiver. |
Nov. 12, 18, 26 at 10:30 and 11:15 am; Free |
67th Street Library, 328 East 67th Street |
(212) 734-1717 |
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| Reading Aloud at 96th Street Library |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
For ages 2 to 5. |
Nov. 3, 17 and 24 - 4:00 pm; Free |
96th Street Library, 112 East 96th Street |
(212) 289-0908 |
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| Christmas Crafts |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
You're invited to join the staff at Belvedere Castle for a fun afternoon of Christmas-inspired creativity. |
Dec. 21st, 4:00 pm; Free |
Belvedere Castle (Mid-park at 79th Street) |
212-772-0210 |
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2008-12-21 |
2008-12-21 |
| Winter Holiday Crafts for Tots |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
When it's too cold to play outside, step into the Chess & Checkers House for a festive afternoon filled with seasonally-themed arts and crafts. Ideal for toddlers! |
Dec. 17th, Noon; Free |
Chess & Checkers House (Mid-Park at 64th Street) |
212-794-4064 |
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2008-12-17 |
2008-12-17 |
| Hanukkah Menorah-making |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Let your creativity flow and your holiday spirit grow while creating your very own Menorah. Drop in anytime between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm. |
Dec. 20th, Noon; Free |
Belvedere Castle (Mid-park at 79th Street) |
212-772-0210 |
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2008-12-20 |
2008-12-20 |
| Storybook Mondays |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Join us for a special afternoon program featuring a storybook reading and family gallery tour. |
Every Monday, 3:30 pm; Free with admission |
The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Avenue |
212.423.3337 |
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| A Book, Then Look (Ages 3 through 5) Fall 2008 |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
A Book, Then Look" is a new program for adults and young, verbal children. This class will explore the Museum's collection from a crosscultural point of view, in conjunction with the Caldecott Medal Books. After reading together, students will encounter works of art related to the themes or art in the book. Participants will be invited to take home a copy of each book to establish their own children's art library. |
Wednesdays, October 22–January 14 (No class November 12 or 26, or December 24 or 31) , 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. - $400 for 8-sessions |
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Fifth Avenue @ 82nd Street |
212-879-5500 |
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| Archaeology Zone: Discovering Treasures from Playgrounds to Palaces |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
This interactive exhibition will reveal to children what happens after archaeologists unearth artifacts, and bring them back to their labs for in-depth analysis. Children will take on the role of archaeologists as they search for clues about objects dating from ancient times to the present day! |
October 14, 2007 - June 15, 2009; Saturday - Wednesday 11:00 am - 5:45 pm Thursday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday : Closed: Adults: $12 Seniors / over 65: $10 Students: $ 7.50 Children under 12: Free Jewish Museum Members : Free |
The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street |
212.423.3200 |
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| How Did They Do That? |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Supplementing the Look Again! program of the morning, each of the sessions below shows families, through handling tools and materials, how a particular work of art was created. 30–minute sessions; registration is not required. |
Ongoing, various dates and times; Free with museum admission |
Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue |
212-879-5500 |
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| Click-on the Web |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
An introduction to the Internet. for children ages 8 to 12 and parent/caregiver. |
Dec. 11th, 10:30 am; Free |
96th Street Library, 112 East 96th Street |
(212) 289-0908 |
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2008-12-11 |
2008-12-11 |
| "R.E.A.D. with Mudge." |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Children read aloud to a registered therapy dog and licensed handler. This program is designed to encourage a love of reading in a fun and warm environment. Recommended for ages 5 and older Preregistration is required. |
Nov. 3, 17 and Dec. 1st, 3:30 pm; Free |
67th Street Library, 328 East 67th Street |
(212) 734-1717 |
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| Simply Speakers |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Feel the noise and take it home with your very own audio speaker. Hook it up to a stereo amplifier and tune in to the music of your choice. Learn about the key elements that make a simple speaker work, and then make your own with magnets, coils, and some other everyday materials. |
Nov. 23 and Dec. 7, 1:00 pm; $7 |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
(212) 833-7858 |
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| Prickly Pals |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Toddlers are invited to meet some prickly pals and compare how they feel. Live animals, movement, and a craft are included in the program. |
Nov. 19th, 10:30 am; Members $15; Non-members $20 |
Central Park Zoo, 64th Street and Fifth Avenue |
212.439.6500 |
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2008-11-19 |
2008-11-19 |
| Warm-up for winter |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Watch Elmo's World: Happy Holidays and join us for a special workshop where you learn about dressing warm for the winter and design your own winter scarf or hat to keep you warm. Especially for our younger audience. No reservation is required and space is limited. |
Dec. 11th, 3:00 pm; Free |
Sony WonderLabs, 54th and Madison Avenue |
(212) 833-7858 |
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2008-12-11 |
2008-12-11 |
| KidFresh Storytime |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Kidfresh's entertainment staff read stories that are geared towards pre-school age children. A healthy snack is included. |
Ongoing Each Tue, Wed; check with location for exceptions;$9; $70/10-pack |
Kidfresh, 1628 2nd Avenue |
212.861.1141 |
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| Wollman Skating Rink |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Wollman rolls out the zamboni and starts its icy season, weather permitting. |
Oct. 20 - March 1; Mon @ Tues: 10am - 2:30 pm; Wed. & Thurs. 10am - 10pm; Fri. and Sat. 10am - 11pm; Sun. 10am - 9pm; Adults $14, Kids $5.50 |
Central Park, 63rd Street & Fifth Avenue |
212.439.6900 |
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| Start with Art |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Start your fun at the Museum with storytelling, sketching, and other ways of exploring art! For kids ages three through seven and their adult companions. |
Ongoing, various dates and times; Free with museum admission |
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Fifth Avenue @ 82nd Street |
212-879-5500 |
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| Thanksgiving Crafts for Tots |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
When it's too cold to play outside, step into the Chess & Checkers House for a festive afternoon filled with seasonally-themed arts and crafts. Ideal for toddlers! |
Nov. 20th, Noon; Free |
Chess & Checkers House (Mid-Park at 64th Street) |
212-794-4064 |
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2008-11-20 |
2008-11-20 |
| Storytelling @ the Library |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
No |
Stories for all ages presented by the children's librarian. |
Nov. 21st, 3:30 pm; Free |
Yorkville Library, 222 East 79th Street |
(212) 744-5824 |
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2008-11-21 |
2008-11-21 |
| Arms and Armor |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Supplementing the Look Again! program of the morning, each of the sessions below shows families, through handling tools and materials, how a particular work of art was created. 30–minute sessions; registration is not required. |
Nov. 1st and 2nd and Jan. 3, 4 2009; Search For Events View Daily Calendar Image How Did They Do That? Supplementing the Look Again! program of the morning, each of the sessions below shows families, through handling tools and materials, how a particular work of art was created. 30–minute sessions; registration is not required. Free with Museum admission November 1, 2008 Arms and Armor 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Arms and Armor galleries, 1st floor Free with Museum admission Remind Me About this Event Email this Event to a Friend November 2, 2008 Arms and Armor 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Arms and Armor galleries, 1st floor Free with Museum admission Remind Me About this Event Email this Event to a Friend January 3, 2009 Woodcarving in Oceania 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. -- Free with museum admission |
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Fifth Avenue @ 82nd Street |
212-879-5500 |
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| Hello, Met! |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Families new to the Museum (youngsters ages 5 through 12 and accompanying adults) receive a warm and stimulating introduction to its encyclopedic collection through discussion and sketching of its masterpieces. |
Ongoing, check for dates and times. |
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Fifth Avenue @ 82nd Street |
212-879-5500 |
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| Lines and Lions: Calder's Animals |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Discover Alexander Calder's menagerie of animals big and small in his drawings, toys, and sculptures. |
November 8, 15, 22; 10:30 am; Free with admission |
Whitney Museum of American Art, 945 Madison Avenue |
212-570-3676 |
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| Push, Pull, and Spin: Sculptures in Motion |
Children's Activities |
Yes |
Yes |
Explore Alexander Calder’s sculptures through movement and drawing activities. |
December 6, 13; 10:30 am; Free with admission |
Whitney Museum of American Art, 945 Madison Avenue |
212-570-3676 |
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