Weekend Events: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Live Music at Kidberry, and Much More!

Happy Weekend everyone! With Easter and Spring Break here, the events are here full force so take your pick! This is the last weekend to visit the flower show at Macy’s Herald Square. Enjoy live music at Kidberry on Friday, the Little League Parade at Prospect Park on Saturday, and Easter arts and crafts at Film Biz Recycling on Sunday. But save some energy because there are tons (and I mean TONS!) of Easter Egg Hunts and Easter-related activities, including breakfast with the Easter Bunny… yum! Also, visit our events calendar and music listings for more happenings around town! Don’t forget to check out all our Easter Hunts and Events post too! Happy Easter and Passover!

ONGOING

Friday, April 6th — Saturday, April 14th: various times
Ahhh HA! at The New Victory Theater
Aerialists that act! Comedians that fly! Acrobats that dance! Returning to the New Victory after 12 years, this multi-talented ensemble fuses physical skill, comedy and moments of heart-stopping beauty, and sets it all to live music by the Afro-Hebrew ensemble Klezmocracy. AHHH HA! Takes you on a transformational journey from the sublime to the ridiculous and back again, fusing athletics with aesthetics, choreography with creativity and theater with illusion to invent a whole new world of wonder.
Tickets: $25, $18, $12 and $9 for Members and $38, $28, $18 and $14 for Non-members based on seat locations. Theater-goers who buy tickets for three or more New Vic shows qualify for free Membership benefits, including up to 35-percent savings. ONLINE at NewVictory.org  BY PHONE at 646-223-3010; Sunday – Wednesday, 11 am-5 pm; Thursday – Saturday, 11 am-7 pm  IN PERSON at The New Victory Theater Box Office (209 West 42nd Street); Sunday & Monday 11 am-5 pm; Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm-7 pm.
Details: The New Victory Theater (209 West 42nd Street)

Friday, April 6th – open ended
The Berenstain Bears LIVE!
We are so excited about the “beary” good show that will be held at the Marjorie S. Dean Little Theatre! In The Berenstain Bears LIVE! in Family Matters, our favorite Bear Country citizens come to life on the Off-Broadway stage. In addition to teaching life lessons during the show, there will be a mini dance party and face painting afterwards. It’s going to be “bear”mazing! We have all seen it a couple of times and it’s super cute for the kids.
Details: Marjorie S. Dean Little Theatre. 10 West 64th Street and Central Park West. Tickets start at $34.95. 866.811.4111.

Friday, April 6th – Sunday, June 10th: various times
Love From Mt. Pom Pom at The Children’s Museum of the Arts
Any art show that includes both the words “pom pom” and “love” in the show title will entice me anytime.  That “Love from Mt. Pom Pom” is an art installation done by renowned Japanese artist Misaki Kawai is the clincher.  This young artist has made has made a splash with her multi-media whimsical work all over the world including her wildly imaginative space stations and airplanes for Deitch Projects in 2004.  In her first solo presentation in the U.S. since 2007, Kawai’s exhibition takes place during her 3-Month Museum Residency at The Children’s Museum of the Arts (CMA).
Details: The Children’s Museum of the Arts (CMA). 103 Charlton Street  New York, NY 10014  (212) 274-0986
Admission and Hours: The museum is open to the public: Monday and Wednesday, 12PM to 5PM; Thursday and Friday 12 PM to 6PM; Saturday and Sunday, 10AM to 5PM. Closed Tuesday. Admission: Adults $10; Children $10; Seniors, Infants (0-12mos) Free. Thursdays 4-6 PM, pay-as-you-wish.

Friday, April 6th — June 30th: various times
Magic! The Amazing Max and The Box of Interesting Things
Magician Max Darwin makes objects appear out of thin air, as the laws of physics are defied, and miracles are performed inches from spectators’ faces. This isn’t a show that you ask, “How did he do that?” It’s not that Max doesn’t do great tricks, he does. It’s that the show is so focused on the hijinks of Hamlet the mind-reading pig and the silliness of coins appearing out of every bodily orifice, that the audience doesn’t have time to focus on the head-scratching things Max performs. The magic is just the sideshow to a very entertaining and engaging performance. Our full review is here.
Details: The Amazing Max and The Box of Interesting Things, in an open-ended Off-Broadway run.  Manhattan Movement & Arts Center  248 W. 60th Street, NYC (between Amsterdam and West End Avenues)
Performances: Saturdays and Sundays at 4:30pm.
Tickets: The Amazing Max is performed at the MMAC Theater located in the  Magic Carpet Rides (VIP seating) $49.50, regular general admission tickets $29.50. Tickets are available at  www.telecharge.com or by phone at 212-239-6200 or 800-432-7250.

Saturday, April 6th — Sunday, July 8th: various times
“Ship-Shape: Nautical Scale Models” at the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum
Get excited! This new exhibition examines the detailed process of building model ships. It consists of dozens of artifacts, including model ships, vintage toy ships, a variety of antique model kit boxes, a mock-up of a modeler’s workbench that shows the building of a model ship being made in progress, and illustrations that shows how models are constructed. Among the highlights of the exhibit are models of the Battleship New Jersey, which served during WWII, the Korean War and Vietnam, and USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned vessel afloat in the world. The model USS New Jersey measures 112” W x 25” H x 15” D and the model USS Constitution measures 57” W x 43”H x 22” D. If you’ve got a child who is fascinated with ships, it doesn’t get more thorough than this, folks.p
Details: FREE with Museum admission. Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue) in NYC. Admissions: $24/adults, $12 children 3-6 years old/FREE children under 3. Visit the Museum’s website for more information.

Friday, April 6th — July 8th: various times
Keith Haring Exhibit at The Brooklyn Museum
Head to the Morris A. and Meyer Schapiro Wing, 5th Floor to visit this kid-friendly exhibit. The exhibition chronicles the period in Haring’s career from his arrival in New York City through the years when he started his studio practice and began making public and political art on the city streets. Immersing himself in New York’s downtown culture, he quickly became a fixture on the artistic scene, befriending other artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat and Kenny Scharf, as well as many of the most innovative cultural figures of the period. The critical role that these relationships played in Haring’s development as a public artist and facilitator of group exhibitions and performances is also explored. Pieces on view include a number of very early works never before seen in public; seven video pieces, including Painting Myself into a Corner(his first video piece) and Tribute to Gloria Vanderbilt; and collages created from cut-up fragments of his own writing, history textbooks, and newspapers.
Details: 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. Telephone: 718.638.5000. Visit the website for more information.

FRIDAY APRIL 6TH

Friday, April 6th: During store hours
Macy’s Flower Show at Macy’s Herald Square
Bursting with color, excitement and energy, The Macy’s Flower Show is like taking a walk through Brazil itself! Experience the vast, lush wonders of the Amazon rainforest as you walk by towering palms, tropical plants and exotic birds. Explore ponds abundant with exotic plant life, walk down secret pathways and stumble upon a hidden rushing waterfall. Be transported to the cities of Brazil through colorful, vibrant gardens that adorn both mid-century mission-style villages and modern-day inner city neighborhoods, plus take in a striking view of Sao Paolo, Brazil’s largest city, from a rooftop garden oasis. Discover the starkly modern architecture of Oscar Niemeyer’s Brasilia, and be swept away by the curvaceous gardens and swirling mosaic walkways of Roberto Burle Marx.
Details: 151 West 34th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 212.695.4400. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 6th: various times
Planet Egg at HERE!
PLANET EGG is the story of an outer-space robot who crashes down onto an all-organic planet where he meets locals unlike anyone he’s ever known. At this event, kids can learn all about puppet cinema – an exciting new format where the audience sees the puppeteers working on stage while the action is filmed and projected as a movie in real time with a full score.
Details: 145 Sixth Avenue, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15. Contact: info@puppetcinema.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 6th: various times
New York International Auto Show at Jacob Javits Center
Are you and the little ones into cars, trucks, and all things that go? The New York International Auto Show will have some of the hottest cars and trucks ever seen all under one roof. That means more sneak peeks, more brand new ’12 & ’13 production models and more concept vehicles than ever before.
Details: 11th Avenue between 34th and 40th Streets, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15/adults; $5/child. Contact: 800.282.3336. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 6th from 2:00pm — 4:00pm
Easter Egg Hunt at Ms. J’s Gym
Don’t miss this fun-filled traditional egg hunt with goodies for everyone. Both kids and adults alike will love it. Please note: Registration is highly recommended.
Details: 289 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn. All are welcomed. FREE for all registered students; $15/non-registered students. Contact: 718.218.7065. Visit THIS LINK to reserve a spot.

Friday, April 6th from 2:00pm — 3:00pm
Baby Boogie at the Prospect Park YMCA
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, April 6th from 4:30pm — 5:30pm
Animal Haven’s Caring Kids Program
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, April 6th at 4:30pm
Good Friday Family Mass at Trinity Church
This interactive family service is engaging and instructive for all ages, featuring child and youth readers, acolytes, greeters, and choristers. There will be performances by the Trinity Youth Chorus, who will be leading community singing.
Details: Broadway at Wall Street, NYC. All are welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 212.602.0800. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 6th from 5:30pm — 7:30pm
Live Music Friday at Kidberry
Talk about a fun Friday night! On the first Friday of each month, Kidberry opens its doors for you and your children to enjoy live music, singing and dancing. Bands will vary from week to week, with music ranging from rock and funk to blue grass and pop. Light snacks and beverages will be provided for the children. Note: RSVP is highly recommended — mekia@kidberrynyc.com.
Details: 2046 7th Avenue, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15/family. Contact: 646.573.9341. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 6th at 6:15pm
Family Movie Night at The Moxie Spot
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

SATURDAY APRIL 7TH

Saturday, April 7th: During store hours
Macy’s Flower Show at Macy’s Herald Square
Bursting with color, excitement and energy, The Macy’s Flower Show is like taking a walk through Brazil itself! Experience the vast, lush wonders of the Amazon rainforest as you walk by towering palms, tropical plants and exotic birds. Explore ponds abundant with exotic plant life, walk down secret pathways and stumble upon a hidden rushing waterfall. Be transported to the cities of Brazil through colorful, vibrant gardens that adorn both mid-century mission-style villages and modern-day inner city neighborhoods, plus take in a striking view of Sao Paolo, Brazil’s largest city, from a rooftop garden oasis. Discover the starkly modern architecture of Oscar Niemeyer’s Brasilia, and be swept away by the curvaceous gardens and swirling mosaic walkways of Roberto Burle Marx.
Details: 151 West 34th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 212.695.4400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th: various times
Planet Egg at HERE!
PLANET EGG is the story of an outer-space robot who crashes down onto an all-organic planet where he meets locals unlike anyone he’s ever known. At this event, kids can learn all about puppet cinema – an exciting new format where the audience sees the puppeteers working on stage while the action is filmed and projected as a movie in real time with a full score.
Details: 145 Sixth Avenue, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15. Contact: info@puppetcinema.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th: various times
New York International Auto Show at Jacob Javits Center
Are you and the little ones into cars, trucks, and all things that go? The New York International Auto Show will have some of the hottest cars and trucks ever seen all under one roof. That means more sneak peeks, more brand new ’12 & ’13 production models and more concept vehicles than ever before.
Details: 11th Avenue between 34th and 40th Streets, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15/adults; $5/child. Contact: 800.282.3336. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 8:30am — 1:00pm
Modell’s Spring Sports Clinic (Double Dutch) at Hansborough Pool and Recreation Center
Okay, I know what you’re thinking: it’s way too far uptown. But c’mon… it’s double dutch! I remember growing up and jumping double dutch almost everyday. It’s lots of fun so you won’t regret the event if you make the trek uptown. Kids can try a new sport or sharpen their skills. All equipment is provided and participants receive a free t-shirt (while supplies last). Note: On-site registration will begin at 9:00am.
Details: 35 West 134th Street, NYC. Ages 8-17. FREE for all. Contact: 212.234.9603. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 8:30am — 9:30am
Easter Egg Hunt at Brooklyn Boulders
Brooklyn Boulders is hosting their second annual  Easter Egg hunt where you can scale the walls in search of easter eggs to exchange for candy!  There will be hundreds of eggs, but they go fast, so be sure to come at 8:30 sharp! Get your tickets here.
Details: Brooklyn Boulders at 575 Degraw St.  Brooklyn, NY 11217  (Corner of 3rd Ave. and Degraw St.)

Saturday, April 7th at 9:00am
FREE Soccer at Tillary Park
This weekend is filled with great sporting activities for you and the kiddies! Do you have a soccer lover on your hands? Great! The LIU Brooklyn men’s soccer team will be holding a free soccer clinic this saturday! You know what that means? A whole lot of fun is in store.
Details: Tillary Park (Flatbush Extension and Tillary Street). Recommended for ages 4 –12. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Daryl Barlow of the Tillary Park Foundation at 917-440-3247.

Saturday, April 7th at 10am SHARP
Spring Egg Hunt at Pierrepont Playground (raindate, Sunday, April 8th at 10 am)
Candy, treats, bake sale, face painters, balloons and good friends have made this an annual tradition for many families! This year, the all volunteer BHPC is working hard to make it to be a wonderful repeat of years past. All proceeds will benefit the Brooklyn Heights Playground Committee.
Details: Located at Pierrepont St. and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. (In case of rain please check the web site at www.bhplaygrounds.org for updates).

Saturday, April 7th at 10:00am
Town Square Easter Egg Hunt and Party
Town Square is hosting their first egg hunt and party at McGolrick Park. Hunt for eggs in the park and then head to the party to the Church of the Messiah.  There will be music, dancing, arts/crafts, refreshments.
Details: McGolrick Park (10 AM near Nassau & Russell).  The Church of the Messiah (129 Russell Street). $5 Tickets ($3 if you bring a group snack).

Saturday, April 7th from 10:00am — 12:00pm
Let’s Trade at New Museum First Saturdays for Families
We trade things all the time—from baseball cards, to secrets and music, to favors. Sometimes we exchange things or services we cannot do ourselves, as is the case with Time Divisa by José Antonio Vega Macotela, where he exchanges his time with prisoners in a Mexico City jail. Through these exchanges Vega Macotela asks: What can I do for you that you cannot do for yourself? How can your creativity produce original objects and drawings? Discover what we can do for each other and exchange ideas at the New Museum. This week’s activities include making and trading messages, experimental dances, poems, and paper sculptures.
Details: 235 Bowery Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 212.219.1222. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 10:00am — 12:00pm
Opening Day: Little League Parade at The Bandshell in Prospect Park
Calling all Little League cheerleaders! Celebrate the crack of the first bat as Brooklyn Little Leaguers and their parents march through Park Slope and into Prospect Park. The parade begins at 7th Avenue and 2nd Street.
Details: Seventh Avenue at Second Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 718.965.8999. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 10:00am — 2:00pm
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Aviator Sports and Events Center
YUMMY! I’m getting hungry just thinking about this! You can enjoy a full breakfast buffet including scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage, waffles, coffee, tea and juice. Children will receive a goodie bag filled with Easter candy! You will also have the opportunity to have a photo taken with the Easter Bunny for $5.
Details: 3159 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Contact: 718.758.7500. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 10:30am — 11:30am
Story Time with Carol and Friends
Carroll Garden folks, weekly story time has never been so good! The Friends of Carroll Garden Library present, “Story Time with Carol and Friends” so head on over to join in on the educational fun.
Details: All ages welcomed. FREE for all. 396 Clinton Street. For more information, contactfriendscglibrary@gmail.com or visit their website.

Saturday, April 7th at 11:00am
Kids Story Time at Greenlight Bookstore
Grab the kiddies and head to Saturday Story Time, which typically features authors and illustrators of picture books and/or neighborhood performers reading stories. At times, there may even be crafts! A totally entertaining Saturday morning? We think so!
Details: Geared towards kids ages 3 – 8 years. Open to the public, but on a first come, first served basis. 686 Fulton Street (at South Portland). Phone: 718. 246. 0200. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th at 11:00am. 1:00pm, and 2:30pm
Wild, Wild, World: Baby Animals with Jarod Miller at The American Museum of Natural History
Spring is the season for discovery, and the beginning of new life for animals around the world. Meet some of nature’s wildest and cutest youngsters and learn how they grow and adapt to their habitats with zoologist Jarod Miller. Please note: The 11 am program is recommended for children under 5 accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Details: Central Park West at 79th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. Tickets: $12.00. Contact: 212.769.5100. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 11:00am — 4:00pm
Spring Eggstravaganza at Queens Zoo
Missed the Easter Egg Hunt in our borough? No problem! Visit the Zoo for an egg-stravagant Easter event! Take part in an egg hunt, meet the Easter Bunny and our Flemish giant rabbits, and enjoy a variety of spring-themed activities.
Easter Egg Hunt: See how many colorful eggs you can find scattered around the Zoo! Participants will have the chance to enter to win tickets to Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever!, playing April 5–10 at Madison Square Garden and at other NY-area venues through April 22. On Sat., April 7, one lucky family will win a 4-pack of VIP tickets as prizing, and 20 families will win 4-packs of tickets, provided by Feld Entertainment, Inc.
Meet the Giant Bunnies: Come meet the zoo’s Flemish giant rabbits, Ruby, Flip, and Olivia.
Arts and Crafts: Decorate a spring-themed mask to celebrate the season
Photo Hop-portunities: Capture the day by taking a picture with the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand all day.
Details: 53-51 111th Street, Flushing, NY. All ages welcomed. FREE with admissions. Contact: 718.271.1500. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th at 11:00am
Guest Author: Amy Martin at McNally Jackson Books
Looking for the perfect pre-nap activity? Amy Martin, award-winning author and illustrator of SYMPHONY CITY as she visits Rand McNally for  an interactive reading of her richly textured book.  Amy will conduct an urban symphony performed by McNally kids wielding handmade chimes and drums. Amy will also orchestrate a project inspired by the cross-sensory concept of synesthesia.
Details: 52 Prince Street, NYC. Recommended for ages 3-8. FREE for all. Contact: Yvonne@McnallyJackson.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th at 12:00pm
Macy’s Reading Circle at Macy’s Herald Square
Did you think the Macy’s Flower Show was all the megastore had in store for us? Not at all! Join Macy’s and author Helen L. Wilbur as she reads from her 2011 Teacher’s Choice Award winning book, Lily’s Victory Garden. Lily is a determined young girl who wishes to participate in her community’s plan to build a Victory Garden. When Lily learns she is too young to help, she creates a beautiful garden of her own and learns a valuable lesson about care and love. Receive a free signed copy of the book with any Kids purchase of $25 or more.
Details: 151 West 34th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 212.695.4400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th at 12:00pm
Nazarene Congregational Church Easter Egg Hunt
Head out to this Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages 3-11 years. There will be refreshments, prizes, games and entertainment too.
Details: 506 MacDonaugh Street, corner of Patchen Ave. For more info, go here.

Saturday, April 7th at 12:30pm and 2:30pm
Puss in Boots at Puppetworks, Inc
If your child is a fan of the movie, then they will love this too! Now is the chance for them to find out what happens to this little kitten when he is given a pair of boots that turns out to be… wait for it… magical! This adorable tale will leave your child feeling enchanted, to asy the least.
Details: 338 6th Aevnue at 4th Street. Tickets: $7/child, $8/adult. Registration is suggested. Call 718.965.3391 or email puppetworks@verizon.net to reserve your tickets!

Saturday, April 7th from 12:00pm — 4:00pm
The Queens County Farm Museum Easter Festival
The quintessential farm in NYC hosts their annual Easter Festival with a bunny, egg hunts, Bunny Hop dancing, and egg toss and egg rolling games on the lawn with farm animal visits and a hayride.  Egg hunts will be ongoing throughout the day, “Whiskers” the bunny will be hopping around the farm to greet children and pose for pictures, bring your camera.
Details: Queens County Farm Museum in Glen Oaks, NY. http://www.queensfarm.org. Admission is $5 per person. (Free with Farm Membership PLUS)

Saturday, April 7th at 1:00pm
Easter Egg Hunt at Jacob’s Ladder–
There’s loads of fun in store at this Easter Egg Hunt organized by parent volunteers.. In addition to the the hunt, there will be games, an arts and crafts table, and face painting! Talk about a celebration!
Details: It is on Whythe and Clymer Avenues  at the Jacobs Ladder Playground in Williamsburg. Recommended for ages 11 and under. FREE for all. Contact: 718.215.9206.

Saturday, April 7th from 12:30–3:30pm
Peter Rabbit at Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Beatrix Potter’s favorite rabbit, Peter will be making a special appearance at the Museum. Hear about the magical world of Peter Rabbit and his friends in Mr. McGregor’s Garden during a lively book reading. Enjoy fun family crafts and have your picture taken with Mr. Rabbit himself!
12:30-12:45 Book Reading  1-2 Meet and Greet  2:15-2:30 Book Reading  2:45-3:30 Meet and Greet
Details: Brooklyn Childen’s Museum in Crown Heights. Program is free with Museum admission. Photos are an additional fee.

Saturday, April 7th from 1:00pm — 3:00pm
Arts and Recreation at the Audubon Center
Naturalists at the Prospect Park Audubon Center will lead structured, fun and engaging arts activities combined with active play that will have kids up and moving like an animal or pretending to be a bat. Cool, right. Yeah… we thought so too!
Details: Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park. Entrance near Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.287.3400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 2:00pm — 3:00pm
Nature’s Helpers at Prospect Park Audubon Center
Since it’s so nice out, spend time outside enjoying nature while helping to keep the Park clean. Gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.
Details: Lincoln Road/Ocean Avenue entrance. All are welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.287.3400. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th from 2:30pm — 3:30pm
HandiWork: Tasks and Crafts from the Past at Lefferts Historic House
An afternoon of crafts? Sign me up! And if you and your children are anything like me, you’d want to check out this FREE event as well where kids will engage in arts, crafts, and games… just like they did in 19-Century Brooklyn. How’s that for a Saturday afternoon?
Details: Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park. Willink Entrance (near intersection of Ocean Avenue and Empire BLVD. FREE for children under 16 years old. $3 suggested donation for adults on the weekends. Telephone: 718.789.2822. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 7th from 2:30pm — 3:30pm
Race Around the Farmyard at Lefferts Historic House, Prospect Park
The whole family can participate in potato sack races, stilts, and other old fashioned games. Talk about a fun Sunday afternoon!
Details: Willink Entrance at Flatbush and Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.789.2822. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, April 7th at 2:30pm
Art Works at The Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Visit the Totally Tots area with your little ones to see what’s in store for that budding Picasso!
Details: 145 Brooklyn Avenue. 718. 735.4400. Ages 5 and under.

Saturday, April 7th from 6:00pm — 10:00pm
Heart of Brooklyn First Saturday Shuttle
On the first Saturday of each month, Target First Saturday draws visitors to free art and entertainment at Brooklyn Museum from 5-11pm. The shuttle takes you from Target First Saturday to restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and boutiques between 6-10pm. (Please note: times are subject to change.) Visit the website for specific hop on and drop off locations.
Details: Various Brooklyn locations. FREE for all. Contact: 718.638.7700. Visit the website for more information.

SUNDAY APRIL 8TH

Sunday, April 8th from 10:00am — 4:00pm
Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival
Each year on Easter the best of the bonnets are showcased along Fifth Avenue as New Yorkers celebrate the holiday by roaming the streets in their most festive spring gear from 10am to 4pm. The parade marches north on Fifth Avenue, starting at 49th Street, but the best place to watch is from the area around St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Details: 49th — 57th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 311. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th at 10:30am
Community Easter Egg Hunt at St. Luke and St. Matthew
The hunt begins promptly at 10:30 am in All Saint’s chapel and will extend outside into the church gardens (weather permitting) and then they will have a Family-friendly Easter service with full Choir, Organ, Tympani and Trumpet. We went to this last year and loved the warm welcome we all received. There were plenty of eggs to share and all stuffed with wonderful goodies of stickers and do-dads. The other families were lovely – it was a peaceful egg hunt. The service was full of other children too. It was a very lovely way to celebrate Easter.
Details: The Church of St. Luke and St. Matthew 520 Clinton Ave, Brooklyn NY 11238 718.638.0686

Sunday, April 8th at 10:30am
Grace Church Festival Eucharist and Egg Hunt
The Parish Choir sings and there is an Easter egg hunt after the service.
Details: Grace Church is at 254 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (718) 624-185

Sunday, April 8th at 11:00am
Baby Stories and Singalongs at Greenlight Bookstore
Babies and toddlers under 3 years old will be highly entertained with stories, songs, and interactive play as the children’s performers Miss Nina, Jon Samson, and Vered take turns keeping them busy.
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, April 8th from 11:00am — 4:00pm
Spring Eggstravaganza at Queens Zoo
Missed the Easter Egg Hunt in our borough? No problem! Visit the Zoo for an egg-stravagant Easter event! Take part in an egg hunt, meet the Easter Bunny and our Flemish giant rabbits, and enjoy a variety of spring-themed activities.
Easter Egg Hunt: See how many colorful eggs you can find scattered around the Zoo! Participants will have the chance to enter to win tickets to Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever!, playing April 5–10 at Madison Square Garden and at other NY-area venues through April 22. On Sat., April 7, one lucky family will win a 4-pack of VIP tickets as prizing, and 20 families will win 4-packs of tickets, provided by Feld Entertainment, Inc.
Meet the Giant Bunnies: Come meet the zoo’s Flemish giant rabbits, Ruby, Flip, and Olivia.
Arts and Crafts: Decorate a spring-themed mask to celebrate the season
Photo Hop-portunities: Capture the day by taking a picture with the Easter Bunny, who will be on hand all day.
Details: 53-51 111th Street, Flushing, NY. All ages welcomed. FREE with admissions. Contact: 718.271.1500. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th from 12:30pm — 2:30pm
Trinity Wall Street Easter
Celebrates Easter with scavenger and egg hunts, a puppet parade, a visit from the Easter Bunny, plus lots of other family fun.  In the South Churchyard: Easter egg hunts for children 6 years and under, beginning at 12:30pm. Children can hunt for plastic eggs with candy inside hidden around the churchyard. In the North Churchyard: A super scavenger hunt for kids older than 6 years. Every child gets a prize at the end. Also in the North Churchyard, for children of all ages: digital photos with the Easter Bunny; games and crafts, including making your own Easter bonnet/hat; and music by Bari Koral Band.
Details: 74 Trinity Place (at Broadway and Wall Street), NYC. Free and open to all. Trinity Wall Street Church.

Sunday, April 8th from 11:00am — 7:00pm
Greenpoint Reformed Church Easter
Attend the 11am worship celebration followed by an open house Easter party. The service will feature a jazz band. The post-worship party will feature lots of food, music and activities.

Sunday, April 8th from 1pm — 3pm
Arts and Recreation at the Audubon Center
Naturalists at the Prospect Park Audubon Center will lead structured, fun and engaging arts activities combined with active play that will have kids up and moving like an animal or pretending to be a bat. Cool, right. Yeah… we thought so too!
Details: Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park. Entrance near Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.287.3400. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th from 2:00pm — 5:00pm
Eco-Easter: DIY Craft Workshop & Scavenger Hunt
Join local artist/educator Kat Roberts for a DIY Craft Workshop (ages 5+); the whole family will have fun on a Scavenger Hunt throughout Film Biz Recycling‘s wonderland of reclaimed film detritus.  While you’re on the hunt, make sure to keep an eye out for hidden Easter eggs filled with discounts and prizes.  And the best part?  It’s FREE! 
Details: Film Biz Recycling 540 President St, Brooklyn, NY 347.384.2336

Sunday, April 8th from 2:00pm — 3:00pm
Nature’s Helpers at Prospect Park Audubon Center
Since it’s so nice out, spend time outside enjoying nature while helping to keep the Park clean. Gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.
Details: Lincoln Road/Ocean Avenue entrance. All are welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.287.3400. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th from 2:30pm — 3:30pm
Race Around the Farmyard at Lefferts Historic House, Prospect Park
The whole family can participate in potato sack races, stilts, and other old fashioned games. Talk about a fun Sunday afternoon!
Details: Willink Entrance at Flatbush and Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Telephone: 718.789.2822. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th from 2:30pm — 3:30pm
HandiWork: Tasks and Crafts from the Past at Lefferts Historic House
An afternoon of crafts? Sign me up! And if you and your children are anything like me, you’d want to check out this FREE event as well where kids will engage in arts, crafts, and games… just like they did in 19-Century Brooklyn. How’s that for a Saturday afternoon?
Details: Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park. Willink Entrance (near intersection of Ocean Avenue and Empire BLVD. FREE for children under 16 years old. $3 suggested donation for adults on the weekends. Telephone: 718.789.2822. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 8th from 6:00pm — 9:00pm
Family Bingo Night at The Moxie Spot
What a lovely way to end the weekend! Eat, drink, play, and win big! (Well, hopefully.) There will be little prizes for the little kids, who, by the way, can eat for FREE with the purchase of any dinner entree or dinner special. Yum!
Details: 81 Atlantic Avenue. Ages 4 and up. Contact 718.923.9710 or visit the website for more information.