Weekend Events: Touch-A-Truck Festival, Cinco de Mayo Celebrations, Spring Festivals, and Much More!

Happy Cinco de Mayo weekend, Brooklyn!

It’s looking like the month of May is kicking off with super cool events. First up, we’re calling all truck lovers — the Touch-A-Truck Festival at PS 295 is taking place on Saturday, and, if it’s anything like last year, it’ll be a blast. Trust me on this. There is a reason to love Spring time in our awesome borough. One word: festivals! In fact, there are several Spring Festivals taking place from Red Hook to The Old Stone House Spring Fling Festival to the Court Street Brooklyn Festival. Score! Sunday is Cinco de Mayo and time to celebrate. Big time! Head to Littlefield for the Super Sonic Kindie Music Festival or head into the city for the Cinco de Mayo Parade. Either way, there’s more than enough going on to wow you! Also, don’t forget to visit our events calendar for more fun! Have a great weekend!

FRIDAY MAY 3RD

Friday, May 3rd from 10am — 11am
J Yum and Hum at Kings Bay Y at Windsor Terrace (WINDSOR TERRACE)
Join Tehilah and Gilad in a journey through Jewish communities around the world with music and food! J-Yum & Hum provides engaging, dynamic and interactive program for parents and their infants (up to crawlers), exploring culture and tradition through stories, music, foods, storytelling of the Jewish Diaspora. Learn about the cultures and lifestyles of their Jewish counterparts around the world.
Details: 1224 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn. Ages  and under. FREE for all. Contact: Nadira at 718.407.6377. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd at 11am
Drop-in Story Time with Spellbound Theater (CROWN HEIGHTS)
Visit It Takes A Village on Fridays for drop-in story times with music, stories, puppets and more. Hear songs, books and fables, and classic nursery rhymes with a special twist into an interactive and stimulating story time specially crafted for babies and toddlers.
Details: 500 Prospect Place, Brooklyn. Ages 5 and up. Cost: $5/suggested donation. Contact: spellboundtheater@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 2pm — 2:30pm
Animal Encounter at Audubon Center (PROSPECT PARK)
Curious as to how “Snappy” the turtle got her name? Want to watch the snake gobble up a mouse? Join one our trained staff in learning more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. Learn what it takes to care for these amazing creatures and even assist in an actual feeding. There will also be opportunities to get up close and personal with our box turtle!
Details: Lincoln Road/Ocean Avenue entrance, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: (718) 287-3400. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 2:00pm — 3:00pm
Baby Boogie at the Prospect Park YMCA  (PARK SLOPE)
Are you a new parent?! Then this class may just be perfect for you. Listen closely and you’ll hear the class calling your name. Not only will you have time to meet other parents here, but the class also includes games for babies, singing, and dancing. Jackpot!
Details: 357 Ninth Street. Ideal for parents with babies up to 13 months. $12/visit. Telephone: 718.768.7100. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd at 2:30pm
Sing-A-Long with Jarrod at Greenlight Bookstore (FORT GREENE)
Join in for the kids section for 40 minutes of favorite songs and stories for the littlest booklovers, led by Greenlight bookseller Jarrod and his trusty guitar.
Details: 686 Fulton Street, Brooklyn. Ages 3 and under. Contact: (718) 246-0200. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd at 3pm
Yoga Story Time at Karma Kids Yoga (CHELSEA)
Story time comes alive with puppets, songs, and yoga poses. Babies through 6 year olds (and their grownups) are invited to help lift stories off the page as they read and play yoga together, building literacy skills and healthy bodies in this action-packed class.
Details: 104 West 14th Street, NYC. Ages 6 and under. FREE for all. Contact: (646) 638-1444. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 3pm — 6pm
Fa-La-La Fridys at Klub4Kidz (WILLIAMSBURG)
It’s an all-you-can play buffet! Rock climbing, face painting, tattoos galore! And… access to all Klub4Kidz, including painting and drawing in the art studio, board games, video games, and dancing! Fun!
Details: 159 North 4th Street, Brooklyn. All are welcomed. Cost: $15 per kid; $12 for 3 years and under; $10 for each additional kid; additional $5 if doing the holiday craft. Contact: 718.599.5900. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Cinco de Mayo Celebration at NY Kids Club (BPC)
Get ready to explore Mexican heritage with the celebration of Mexican Independence Day! Children will create their own Mexican flags during art, shake their maracas and move to the lively beat of Latino music during a thematic sing along, get their faces painted, and participate in various activities in our state-of-the-art gym space. The big finale will be the exciting pop of the piñata! This fun fiesta will finish off with a pizza dinner for the children, and Coronas, chips, and salsa for the adults.
Details: 393 South End Avenue, NYC. Ages 6 and under. Cost: $40/child; $20/each additional sibling. Contact: 212-991-3000. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 4pm — 5pm
Mommy and Me Crafting Hour at EGG Baby (DUMBO)
Katie and Emily from “Life is Made with Katie & Emily” will teach you and your little one how to make a felt and fabric crown by constructing prince and princess crowns from felt and fabric and embellishing them with jewels, flowers, ribbons and anything else you can think of. Supplies will be provided, but please feel free to bring any items you wish to add to your little prince or princess’ crown. Some ideas for crafting supplies you might want to bring are: the cut-out image or text from a old onesie or t-shirt, a vintage scarf or handkerchief, a superhero patch or a special fabric. The sky’s the limit and your child will feel all the more special in his or her new crown.
Details: 72 Jay Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Contact: alisha@egg-baby.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 4:30pm — 5:30pm
Animal Haven’s Caring Kids Program (LITTLE ITALY)
Where are our animal lovers? Or parents of animal-loving children? You’ll want to check out this FREE event that introduces children and young teens to basic animal care and teaches them about existing issues in animal welfare. Through exciting lesson plans and interactive activities with cats and dogs at the shelter, participants learn the importance of treating animals humanely. They will not only make an impact on the lives of the animals they encounter, but it can certainly be a significant experience for them as well.
Details: 251 Centre Street. Ages 5-12. FREE for all, but RSVP is required. Contact: KendraM@ah-nyc.org or visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 5pm — 8pm
Target Free First Friday Night at Children’s Museum of Manhattan (UES)
Take advantage of the first Friday night of the month of May with free admissions to the museum. My son and I can’t get enough of this place!
Details: 212 West 83rd Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 212-721-1223. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 6:30pm — 9:30pm
Family Movie Night at The Moxie Spot (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
Still stumped on how to enjoy Family Friday Nights after a long week? Head on over to The Moxie Spot, a family-friendly restaurant and play space for a fun Friday night film screening. Kids will eat for free when you purchase an entrée from the dinner special after 5:30pm. Now that what we call “family friendly.”
Details: The short feature begins at 6:15pm. The longer feature begins at 6:45pm. 81-83 Atlantic Avenue (at Hicks Street). 718.923.9710. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd at 7pm
Can Do Duck: The Musical at NYU Palladium (GREENWICH VILLAGE)
Can Do Duck: The Musical is a positive, motivational story based on the children’s book series, The Can Do Duck. The musical follows the story of a duckling, Can Do and his brothers and sisters learning how to walk, swim, and fly and most importantly learning that they can do what they put their minds to! The books’ positive messages have already inspired children around the globe to say, “I can!” and now this fun-filled musical will do just the same and have kids singing the positive messages right out the door. Please note: advanced RSVP is requited.
Details: 140 East 14th Street, NYC. Ages 3 to 10. FREE for all. Contact: candoduckthemusical@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, May 3rd from 7pm — 9pm
Family Fridays at The Museum of Mathematics (FLATIRON DISTRICT)
From the organizers: “The Museum of Mathematics is pleased to announce a special Family Friday workshop for parents and kids on Friday, April 26, at 7 pm. Dr. Daina Taimina, mathematical artist, author, and mother of two, will present “Crackers, Oranges, and Pringles” – a creative, hands-on exploration of surfaces with different curvature. Dr. Taimina, known for creating “hyperbolic crochet,” will start by transforming flat sheets of paper into surfaces with different curvature and then exploring what happens on those surfaces.  For those familiar with two basic crochet stitches – chain and single crochet – she will go on to demonstrate how to crochet various hyperbolic surfaces.”
Details: 11 East 26th Street, NYC. Ages 7 and up. Cost: $10.00. Contact: (212) 542-0566. Visit the website for more information.

SATURDAY MAY 4TH

Saturday, May 4th from 8am — 4pm
Free Saturdays at Red Hook Recreation Center (RED HOOK)
Activities will include fitness activities, board games, billiards, access to the cardio and weight room, and more!
Details: Halleck St., Bush St., between Otsego St. and Court St., Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: (718) 722-3211. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 9am — 11:30am
Open Play Drop-Off at Brooklyn Robot Foundry (GOWANUS)
This should be fun! There will be open play drop off where kids will have the opportunity to build obstacle courses for robots, craft robots out of clay and found objects, create marble runs, giant lego creations and much more.
Details: 303 Third Avenue (between 1st and Carroll Street), Brooklyn. Ages 5-9. Cost: $15/hour. Contact: (347)762-6840. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 9:30am — 11am
Out of Shabbox at Union Temple (CROWN HEIGHTS)
Out of the Shabbox is Brooklyn’s newest cross-cultural, interfaith arts based program designed to explore themes such as peace and charity through movement, music and storytelling. Featuring Avodah Dance’s Julie Gayer Kris (movement), Backyardigan Live!’s Shawn Shafner (storytelling) and Ruach Rocker Jay Rapoport (minstrel). Come join an interactive, fun filled programming where families can come together to sing, dance and tell stories about the things we value and which unite us.
Details: 17 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. Ages 6 and under. FREE for all. Contact: uniontemple@uniontemple.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 10am — 11am
Woven Wrap Back Carry Class at Caribou Baby (GREENPOINT/WILLIAMSBURG)
From the creators, “So, you want to learn how to get your baby on your back in your wrap? Or maybe you’ve attempted but just need some additional pointers on how to make it secure, with help from a spotter? Either way, we’ve got you covered! In this 1 hour class, we will teach how to tie and perfect a rucksack back carry. This carry is a perfect introduction to back carrying because it exemplifies how to get a good “seat” for your babe, which is often the basis for most carries. Also, this is one of quickest back carries possible, so is a wonderful skill to know how to do on the fly. If time allows, we will cover different variations of this carry and alternate ways to tie it off.”
Details: 272 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn. Cost: $10. Contact: (347) 460-BABY (2229). Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 10am — 5pm
Etsy NY 5th Annual Spring Handmade Cavalcade at The Space (WILLIAMSBURG)
Lovers of all things local and handmade are marking their calendars for Saturday May 4th, when Etsy NY, your local Etsy street team, hosts its 5th Annual Spring Handmade Cavalcade at the event venue The Space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. From 10AM until 5PM shoppers can load up on clothing, jewelry, accessories, paper goods, bath and body treasures, toys, housewares and more! The cognoscenti know that the Etsy NY Street Team has become synonymous with the best handmade wares by some of the most creative local artisans and crafters in the NYC metropolitan area. Lines will form early, as the first 100 shoppers will receive an amazing goodie bag packed with a unique sampling of handmade wares from members of Etsy New York and local small businesses sponsoring the event. With each purchase, shoppers will also receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of three coveted Etsy New York prize packages, filled with handmade donations from our talented members, each worth hundreds of dollars. Shoppers will also have a chance to win an Etsy gift card! This annual handmade shopping event is sponsored by Etsy, Purl SoHo, The City Quilter, Lion Brand Yarn, and Outright.com.
Details: 50 North 3rd Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: Felicity Stiverson at 917-723-8696. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 10am — 5pm
Silhouettes by Andrea Peitsch at ArtsCetera (COBBLE HILL)
We’re a huge fan of Silhouettes! Second-generation Silhouette Artist Andrea Peitsch returns to ArtsCetera to create the ultimate one-of-a-kind gift for the marvelous moms and matriarchs in your life. A five-minute sitting yields a custom, heirloom quality, hand-cut silhouette that will become a family treasure. Perfect for Mother’s Day!
Details: 212 Smith Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $35 and up. Contact: nanette@artscetera.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 10am — 5pm
Prospect Park Craft Fair (PROSPECT PARK)
There will be over 30 local artists and crafters and you may even be able to find a gift for Mother’s Day! There will be kids activities, face painting, button making, and more!
Details: Contact Jodi Harris, PTA of PS 154 at 202.365.6002.

Saturday, May 4th from 10am — 7pm
Cinco de Momma at Stork (CROWN HEIGHTS)
Join in as Stork celebrates the first-ever Cinco de Momma event! Since Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce member and owner Eyana Carballo, opened her doors to families looking for environmentally friendly offerings, apparel, toys, and gifts, STORK has continued to grow, expand and provide much needed resources for moms. The eye-catching cozy store layout, and specialty products for the eco-friendly family, is the first of its kind in the neighborhood. As stated, “Bring the entire family, so your children can create personalized Mother’s Day cards, while the rest of the family shops for the perfect Mother’s Day gift! We have teamed up with Lady J+1 jewelry and O.N.A. to provide a one-stop gift shop! Free authentic Mexican cuisine from Chavela’s will be provided!”
Details: 726 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn. All are welcomed. Contact: (718) 313-0031. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th at 11am
Story Time at Greenlight Bookstore (FORT GREENE)
Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning that’s also the perfect pre-nap activity?! We’ve got you covered! Saturday Story Time is geared toward kids ages 3 to 8 and their families. Authors and illustrators of picture books often visit on Saturdays to present their new books, and neighborhood performers sometimes read as well. There are always great stories and sometimes activities and crafts too.
Details: 686 Fulton Street, Brooklyn. Ages 3 to 8. FREE for all. Contact: (718) 246-0200. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 12:15pm — 1:15pm
Get the 411 on Childcare at Caribou Baby (GREENPOINT/WILLIAMSBURG)
This seminar is perfect for pregnant families and parents who’ve just welcomed their new bundle. We’ll cover a variety of childcare options: nannies, nanny shares and daycares. It will also cover the following: when to start looking for a nanny, how to interview nanny candidates, what you don’t know you don’t know about hiring a nanny, methods to have successful nanny shares, and daycare. There will be time for questions and answers.
Details: 272 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn. Adults welcomed. Cost: $10/advance; $15/at the door. Contact: (347) 460-BABY (2229). Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th at 11am – 12:30 pm
Bizu Consignment Collection at Mabel’s Smokehouse & Banquet Hall (Williamsburg)
 Bizu Brooklyn’s  Saturday dropoff will be at Mable’s Smokehouse & Banquet Hall, a baby friendly BBQ joint in North Williamsburg (44 Berry Street, on the corner of North 11th).  Bizu invites you to stop by and drop off your children’s gently worn clothing, enter a raffle to win a gift certificate to Mable’s and stay to lick some BBQ brunch off your fingers!

Saturday, May 4th from 11am — 10pm
Spring Fling at Old Stone House (PARK SLOPE)
Get a load of this! There will be music, face painting, a cake walk raffle, a mask making workshop, and the Puppeteers Cooperative Rites of Spring performance and parade.  But wait. There’s more. From 5:30pm until 10pm, there will be a dance party fundraiser on the turf field with DJ Chowtime. Talk about a party!
Details: 336 Third Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $10. Contact: 718-768-3195. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 11:30am — 12:30pm
Mario the Magician and His Suitcase Machine at Metropolitan Room (FLATIRON)
Mario the Magician is an innovator in family-friendly entertainment and known for his endearing and ridiculous slapstick character and his handmade props, including the work of art he calls his “suitcase machine.” Each of Mario’s shows at Metropolitan Room will begin with the short, five-minute film about him and his work Building Magic. He’s one of the coolest magicians around and my son and I can’t get enough of him!
Details: 34 West 22nd Street, NYC. Ages 3 to 10. Cost: $20/child; $30/adult + 1 food or drink item minimum. Contact: 212.206.0440. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 12pm — 3pm
Red Hook Family Festival at PS 15 (RED HOOK)
Seriously folks, I can’t get enough of festivals during the Spring time. This is the Annual Puppetry Arts Red Hook Family Festival with games, and prizes.  The first 100 kids will receive Puppetry Arts Gift Bags filled with tons of goodies. Special guests will include Sandy the Seagull, the Good Neighbear from State Farm, and cameos by Star Wars Costume Volunteers from the 501st Empire City Garrison and the Echo Base Rebel Legion. Please note: activities include $2.00 Games and Crafts, $4.00 Bouncy Moon Walk, $3.00 Snacks. Wheelchair accessible.
Details: 71 Sullivan Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all; fees for activities. Contact: Tim Young at timyoung@puppetryarts.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 12pm — 5pm
Touch-A-Truck Festival at PS 295 (PARK SLOPE)
If your child loves anything about trucks and cars and vehicles in general, then this is where you’ll want to be! Trucks, vans, buses, and large vehicles of every description will be available for children to sit in, climb on, marvel at, and generally have their way with. There are over 25 vehicles scheduled to take part, along with their drivers and operators, who will be on hand to explain how these automobiles work and what purpose they serve in the community. Please note: this event will take place rain or Shine.
Details: 18th St. between 6th and 7th Avenues, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $5; FREE/ages 5 and under. Contact: info@ps295.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 12pm — 5pm
Bake Sale and Garage Sale at Trilok School (CLINTON HILL)
Indulge in lots of tasty treats as well as purchase that item you didn’t know you needed.
Details: 143 Waverly Avenue, Brooklyn. All are welcomed. Contact: 718.576.2563. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 12pm — 5pm
The Prospect Park Carousel (PROSPECT PARK)
It’s a great weekend to ride the carousel! The 101 year-old carousel features 51 carved horses, a lion, a giraffe, a deer, and two dragon-pulled chariots.
Details: Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $2 per ride, $9 book of 5 tickets. Contact: (646) 393-9031. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th at 1pm
The Sugar Free Allstars at Central Library Dweck Center (GRAND ARMY PLAZA)
Looking for a way to get funky?! Look no more! This two-piece band puts on a concert full of fun and funky tunes where everyone gets to be part of the act!
Details: 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 718-230-2100. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th at 1:30pm
Windows of the Elevated at New York Transit Museum (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
Many of today’s elevated subway stations feature faceted glass scenes of the surrounding community and local culture. See examples of these vivid installations then create a window scene of your own design.
Details: Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn. Ages 5 and up. FREE with admission. Contact: 718-694-1792. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 1pm — 5pm
Mother’s Day Button Making at Ground Floor Gallery (PARK SLOPE)
Ground Floor Gallery is The Slopes’ newest art destination! This hip place connects local, emerging artists to residents of Brooklyn and beyond through curated solo and group exhibitions of original, affordable art. The gallery seeks to empower the general public by educating them about contemporary art practice, hosting artist salons and other events, and encouraging conversations between local residents and the artists-in-residence in the gallery throughout the exhibition season. Ultimately, the gallery’s intent is for everyone from the art lover to the art novice to get to know the person and the story behind the work in a warm and inviting setting. Please note: mothers can win an original art work by artist Lori Nelson by entering the raffle.
Details: 343 5th Street, Brooklyn. Ages 2 and up. FREE, but donation suggested. Contact: info@groundfloorbk.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 2pm — 3pm
Hip Hop Workshop at Space No. 1
Dreamstreet Theater Company, a professionally directed collaboration of actions, dancers, and singers with developmental disabilities will lead this 3-part dance party/workshop with warm-up, demonstrations, and free form dance.
Details: Ages 8 and up. RSVP by emailing katemilford@extremekidsandcrew.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturdays in May from 2pm — 4:30pm
We Build New York at New York Transit Museum (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
Using SketchUp software and images from the museum’s archives, budding designers and engineers converge on the Technology Lab for an afternoon of big-city creativity and computer-assisted designs. Please note: there is limited capacity for this event.
Details: Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn. Ages 9 and up. FREE with admissions. Contact: 718-694-1792. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th at 5pm
Can Do Duck: The Musical at NYU Palladium (GREENWICH VILLAGE)
Can Do Duck: The Musical is a positive, motivational story based on the children’s book series, The Can Do Duck. The musical follows the story of a duckling, Can Do and his brothers and sisters learning how to walk, swim, and fly and most importantly learning that they can do what they put their minds to! The books’ positive messages have already inspired children around the globe to say, “I can!” and now this fun-filled musical will do just the same and have kids singing the positive messages right out the door. Please note: advanced RSVP is requited.
Details: 140 East 14th Street, NYC. Ages 3 to 10. FREE for all. Contact: candoduckthemusical@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, May 4th from 5pm — 11pm
Target First Saturdays at the Brooklyn Museum (EASTERN PARKWAY)
Enjoy a night on the town, with or without the kids at a lovely cultural event at the Brooklyn Museum. There are so many events so check out the website for information!
Details: 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all; $5/parking. Contact: (718) 638-5000. Visit the website for more information.

SUNDAY MAY 5TH

Sunday, May 5th from 9am — 11:30am
Open Play Drop-Off at Brooklyn Robot Foundry (GOWANUS)
This should be fun! There will be open play drop off where kids will have the opportunity to build obstacle courses for robots, craft robots out of clay and found objects, create marble runs, giant lego creations and much more.
Details: 303 Third Avenue (between 1st and Carroll Street), Brooklyn. Ages 5-9. Cost: $15/hour. Contact: (347)762-6840. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 9am — 5pm
Green-Woodstock at the Greenwood Playground (KENSINGTON)
Friends of Greenwood Playground presents the 4th annual Green-Woodstock Festival, where you can shop local handmade crafts, stoop sale bargains, and listen to great music for kids and adults all day. In addition, there will be a performance by the Cynthia King Dancers.
Details: East 5th Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all, fees for activities. Contact: Dari Litchman. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 10am — 5pm
Torah Unwrapped at Jewish Children’s Museum (CROWN HEIGHTS)
Children explore the process of making a Torah during this interactive workshop. Uncover the history of hundred-year-old scrolls, see and handle unfinished hides for parchment, mix ink, fashion goose-feather quills and watch the scribe as he practices his “scribal scribble” on a piece of parchment!
Details: 792 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. Ages 5 to 15. FREE for all, fees for activities. Contact: info@jcm.museum. Visit the website fore more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 10am — 5pm
Silhouettes by Andrea Peitsch at ArtsCetera (COBBLE HILL)
We’re a huge fan of Silhouettes! Second-generation Silhouette Artist Andrea Peitsch returns to ArtsCetera to create the ultimate one-of-a-kind gift for the marvelous moms and matriarchs in your life. A five-minute sitting yields a custom, heirloom quality, hand-cut silhouette that will become a family treasure. Perfect for Mother’s Day!
Details: 212 Smith Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $35 and up. Contact: nanette@artscetera.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th at 11:00am
Baby Stories and Singalongs at Greenlight Bookstore (FORT GREENE)
On Sunday mornings, children’s performers keep babies and toddlers under 3 years old entertained with stories, songs, and interactive play. Vered’s music is all about bonding with your little one. Her album Good Morning My Love was named a 2011 favorite by Laurie Berkner, kid-music superstar and fellow mom, in USA Today, and is also a 2012 winner of a Parents’ Choice Gold Award! Through songs that encourage joyful interaction, accompany daily routine, and give melody and words to the emotional experience of the baby and parent, Vered’s music lends a warm and upbeat soundtrack to the nuances of life with a baby or small child. The songs range from playful to emotive, gentle to silly, and sweet to upbeat, mirroring the experience of the new parent
Details: Geared toward ages 3 years and under. Open to public, but on a first come, first served basis. 686 Fulton Street (at South Portland). Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 11am — 4pm
Cinco de Mama at Mini Jake (WILLIAMSBURG)
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and celebrate motherhood with tons of fantastic activities at Mini Jake! There will be a breastfeeding circle with a lactation consultant, and you will be able to learn about the latest and greatest in baby products!
Details: 178 North 9th Street, Brooklyn. Contact: 718.782.2005. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 11:30am — 12pm
Story Time at powerHouse on 8th (PARK SLOPE)
Visit powerHouse Books for their weekly Sunday morning story time and hear staff member Ashley McNelis read from their favorite books.
Details: 1111 8th Avenue, Brooklyn. Ages 3-9. FREE for all. Contact: 718.666.3049 x102. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 11:30am — 4pm
Super Sonic Kindie Music Festival at Littlefield (GOWANUS)
Talk about a party! Head out to Littlefield because this year’s festival features a full day of some of the best, award winning kindie music around. With Grammy Nominated The Pop Ups (3pm), Brooklyn darling Karen K & The Jitterbugs (1:30pm) and a Cinco de Mayo celebration with Moona Luna (12:30pm). Plus interactive music workshops with the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (noon) & Timbalooloo (2:30pm). With face painting, delicious food provided by Butter Beans, yoga, fantastic goodie bags, raffles and more! Come celebrate the 4 new releases from the “Les Petits Fairytales” board book series. PLUS… the first 50 families will receive a free ArtsCetera CD so get there early!
Details: 622 Degraw Street, Brooklyn. Ages 8 and under. Cost: $12/children; $15/adults. Contact: melissa@supersonickids.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th at 12:00pm — 1:00pm
Story Time at Books of Wonder (CHELSEA)
Each week, they choose several books (based on the age of the children attending) and sit down with children and their parents.
Details: 18 West 18th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 212.989.3270 or emailstore@booksofwonder.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 12pm — 5pm
The Prospect Park Carousel (PROSPECT PARK)
It’s a great weekend to ride the carousel! The 101 year-old carousel features 51 carved horses, a lion, a giraffe, a deer, and two dragon-pulled chariots.
Details: Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $2 per ride, $9 book of 5 tickets. Contact: (646) 393-9031. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 12pm to 6pm
Court Street Brooklyn Festival (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
This is a 10 block festival that will feature over 200 vendors. There will also be tons of activities for the kids. The event will take place rain or shine, but hopefully the weather will be quite lovely.
Details: Between Union Street & West 9th Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 646-230-0489. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th at 1:30pm
Windows of the Elevated at New York Transit Museum (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
Many of today’s elevated subway stations feature faceted glass scenes of the surrounding community and local culture. See examples of these vivid installations then create a window scene of your own design.
Details: Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn. Ages 5 and up. FREE with admission. Contact: 718-694-1792. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th at 4pm
Cinco de Mayo Parade (NYC)
The Cinco de Mayo Parade is a way to share Mexican culture with New York City. The Cinco de Mayo Parade is a celebration of music, dance and culture. Celebrities such as famous sports figures, mariachis and recording artists adorn the festivities. This media-covered event hosts the perfect venue for you to display and introduce your products to a large customer base. This parade is not exclusively for Mexicans. Although it is crucial for them, every single person is welcome.
Details: 110th — 97th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: galos@galoscorp.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, May 5th from 6pm — 9pm
Family Bingo Night at The Moxie Spot (BROOKLYN HEIGHTS)
Participants can eat, drink, play bingo, and win big! There will be prizes for the children, who, by the way, will get to eat for FREE with the purchase of an entree.
Details: 81 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. Ages 9 and under. FREE for all. Contact: 718-923-9710. Visit the website with more information.

ALL WEEKEND

Friday May 3rd to Sunday May 5th at 10:30am and 1pm
BAMfamily: In The Garden at BAM Fisher, Fishman Space (FORT GREENE)
In the Garden is a multimedia experience incorporating various theatrical elements. In a mesmerizing daydream, a man and woman travel through a garden and discover a piece of cloth amid the trees. The cloth becomes a blank canvas for vivid imagery and shadow play, in which theater mixes with video, silhouette, and drawing.
Details: 321 Ashland Place, Brooklyn. Recommended for ages 1 to 4. Cost: $7. Contact: 718.636.4100. Visit the website for more information.

Through May 12th
Saturdays at 3:30pm
Sundays at 1pm
Wink: An Imaginative Journey for the Very Young at BAX (PARK SLOPE)
What happens when we go to sleep? Spellbound Theatre’s “Wink” is an imaginative and multi-disciplinary performance that explores dreams from the perspective of a young child and her bear. Blending shadow puppetry, physical theatre, and animation, this unique show is a captivating journey designed to engage and inspire the very youngest audience members. Inspired by the classic poem, “Wynken, Blynken and Nod,” Wink transforms a familiar bedroom into an imaginative world full of surprises. Wink returns to Brooklyn after a sold-out run last year. This production is being presented through BAX’s Visitor’s Program, a subsidized performance package rental program and a self-production by Spellbound Theatre.spellboundtheatre@gmail.com
Details: 421 5th Avenue, Brooklyn. Ages 5 and under. Cost: $15/adults; $10/children. Contact: spellboundtheatre@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Through May 19th
Fridays at 10:30am and 5pm
Saturdays and Sundays 11am and 2pm
Making Books Sing: Wanda’s Monster the Musical at Theater 3 (MIDTOWN WEST)
Making Books Sing presents a new family musical featuring new songs by children’s music star Laurie Berkner including her hit “Monster Boogie”. The 50-minute musical features Wanda, a spunky 5 year old who believes there’s a monster in her closet. Wanda befriends “Monster,” with the help from her cool, rock star Granny. WANDA’S MONSTER, The Musical is based on the book by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations by Nancy Hayashi. Please note: Laurie Berkner will not be performing in Wanda’s Monster.
Details: 311 W. 43rd Street, 3rd Floor, NYC. Ages 3 to 6. Cost: $15/kids; $20/adults. Contact: abrenner@makingbookssing.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturdays and Sundays in May from 1pm — 4pm
Pop-Up Audubon: Birds at Binnen Bridge (PROSPECT PARK)
This is a chance to get the entire family involved in outdoor fun! There will be several activities:
Nature on the Go! Bird Bonanza: 1pm & 3pm
Take an in-depth look at the largest organism within this habitat (trees) and discover the important role forests play in providing different habitats for the Park’s wildlife. This program includes hand-on activities and a nature walk through the forest.
Nature’s Helpers: 2pm
Families are encouraged to come and take a tour of the Park and help keep it clean along the way. Gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.
Discovery Tour: 4pm
Learn what birds eat from trees, early spring migration, and discover the layers within the forest!
Details: Lincoln Rd./Ocean Ave. entrance, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: (718) 287-3400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturdays at 11am and 5pm
Sundays at 12pm
Piggy Nation, The Musical at The Snapple Theater Center (MIDTOWN)
My son and I had the pleasure of seeing this show and we thought it was glorious! It’s a show filled with love and laughter and lessons learned. The intimate theater and the fact that audience members can enjoy a meet-and-greet with the cast makes it a totally a must-see. Based on the award-winning book, Piggy Nation follows Sammy Hamhock, a little pig excited to be on vacation following his Dad to work on Piggy Patrol, issuing tickets for piggy behavior. But is his Dad being a piggy too? Will Sammy lose the girl of his dreams, the lovely Lacey Leppard, because of his Dad’s piggy behavior? Can Sammy teach his Dad not to be a piggy?
Details: 210 West 50th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. Cost: $30-44/standard seats; $60/premium seats. Contact: 212.921.7862. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at various times
UniverSoul Circus at Aviator Sports and Events (FLOYD BENNET)
I’ve gone to see this crew perform a few times and each time was engaging and extremely fun! Attendees can see world-class acts from around the globe, including Chinese aerialists, pretzel twisting contortionist, pampered pooches, tigers, and more!
Schedule:
April 19th at 10:30am and 7:30pm
April 20th at 12pm and 4pm
April 21st and 28th at 12:30pm, 3:30pm, and 6:30pm
April 27th at 12pm, 4pm, and, 7:30pm
Details: 3159 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Cost: $20-$40. Contact: 800-653-8000. Visit the website for more information.

Saturdays and Sunday from 10am — 5pm
The Big Adventure at The Brooklyn Children’s Museum (CROWN HEIGHTS)
Visit the latest exhibit at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum,  Big Adventure, where  kids will be able to choose activity adventures that identify challenges, solve problems, make decisions, set goals, enhance creativity, and help them gain confidence.
Details: 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE with museum admissions. Contact: (718) 735-4400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm — 5pm
Family Days Bowling at Brooklyn Bowl (WILLIAMSBURG)
Grab your kids and gather ’round for a day of indoor fun! Seriously, bowling is the new black and it is certainly fun for the entire family. Pack a snack or try tasty food from Blue Ribbon, which will be available for purchase.
Details: 61 Wythe Ave (Btwn N 11th St & 12th St), Brooklyn. All are welcomed. Cost: Saturday $25/lane/half hour; Sunday $20/lane/half hour; Shoes: $4.95/per person. Socks:$3/pair. Contact: (718) 963-3369. Visit the website for more information.

All Weekend from 10am — 5pm
MoMath Exhibitions at the Museum of Mathematics (FLATIRON DISTRICT)
There’s a new museum in town and it’s been getting rave reviews — the Museum of Mathematics! More than 30 exhibitions reveal the wonders of math in this 19,000-square-foot space. Interactive, hands-on, engaging and fun, the exhibitions invite participation, encourage experimentation, and spark curiosity in visitors of all ages and math skills. They bring math concepts to life in ways that amaze, astound enlighten and entertain. Many have surprising outcomes that stimulate visitors to want to understand why.
Details: 11 East 26th Street (between 5th and Madison Avenues), NYC. All are welcomed. Cost: $15/adults; $9/children. Contact: (212) 542-0566. Visit the website for more information.

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