Whether you want to stay local and check out the Sea Lion Samba at Prospect Park or head into the city for a BBQ at Madison Square Park, this Saturday will surely be groovy! Not only because there is the 12th Annual Vintage Police Car Show, but also because the ladies will have a chance to shimmy and sway at the Brooklyn Bridge Park. On Sunday, celebrate the 100th birthday party of the Prospect Park Carousel with, you guessed it, free rides! Now that’s my kind of birthday party! Don’t forget to check out our events calendar and music listings for more fun! Make it a good one!

ALL WEEKEND

Friday, June 8th — Saturday, June 9th at 7pm
Manhattan Youth’s Ballet June Show at MMAC
The performance program will include an excerpt from Balanchine’s Divertimento #15, Robbins Interplay, a World Premiere choreographed by Lar Lubovitch Dance Company’s Attila Joey Csiki, and a World Premiere choreographed by Manhattan Youth Ballet faculty member Marina Stavitskaya.
Details: Manhattan Movement and Arts Center 248 West 6oth Street (between Amsterdam and West End), NYC. Ages 7 and up. Cost: $25/person; $15/students. Contact: 212.787.1178. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, June 8th – 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, June 8th – 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, June 8th — 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, June 9th — 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.

Saturday, June 9th – September 15: 10:30am — 4:30 pm
Boating Opens for the Season
Starting this Saturday, you can get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse at the Pier 1 Boat Basin. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Last sign-up is an hour before closing time. Boating will recur every Saturday until September 1, 2012.
Details: Saturdays, June through September 15 (except for September) FREE More info

Friday, June 8th — 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 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. 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. One mother, Gretchen, cautioned that, “It features a lot of his angry work including beastiality and I found it inappropriate for young kids.  The tiny partition has two great videos of him painting a canvas on the floor, but the rest of the room is peppered with older content kind of stuff and there’s only one way in and out.  Ended up with a nice reason to see the collection at BMA though.” Perhaps 10 years and up is best for this one.
Details: 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn. Telephone: 718.638.5000. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9, 7:00pm
Sunday, June 10, 7:00pm
The Bard on Pier 1
Free performances of Shakespeare on the Granite Prospect. Two different New York-based companies interpret the Bard and bring his words and wisdom to Pier 1.
Comedy of Errors by Theater 2020
Details: Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park. http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org/events/calendar

All Summer
Food’s up
One of the best changes to Brooklyn Bridge Park last year was the addition of great food vendors. What is still missing: shade! A lot of the vendors will be opening this weekend so it’s a perfect time to head to the park, or hop on the ferry or just chill and score a great lunch. I will be heading to my favorites Bark Hot Dogs and Ditch Plains and summer wouldn’t be complete without an ice cream from Uncle Louie G or Blue Marble. The full list of park vendors and their operating hours is here.

FRIDAY JUNE 8TH

Friday, June 8th from 11:30am — 12:00pm
Story Time with Jordan at powerHouse Arena
Join in the fun on Fridays as powerHouse Children’s Book Specialist Jordan Nielsen reads from some of our favorite kids books. It’s a perfect pre-nap activity, if you ask me. Please note: RSVP is highly recommended.
Details: 37 Main Street, Brooklyn. Recommended for ages 2-6. FREE for all. Contact:718.666.3049oremailkids@powerHouseArena.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, June 8th 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, June 8th 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, June 8th from 5:30pm — 8:00pm
Music Where it Matters Most at Lafeyette Presbyterian Church
Music Where It Matters Most Brooklyn launch event & community outreach includes a “Sing-a-Long”, a musical performance, delicious dinner, and dessert. In addition, there will be a dialog & demonstration with Erica Kalick, Executive Director, Music Where It Matters Most. Complimentary dinner & soft drinks will be from 5:30 – 6:30 pm, and music by Grammy winning artist, Lisa Gutkin of the famed Klezmatics & special surprise musical friends will begin at 6:45pm.
Details: 85 South Oxford St, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all, but donations accepted. Contact: Erica Kalick elksunrise@aol.com. Visit the website for more information.

Friday, June 8th 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 JUNE 9TH

Saturday, June 9th from 10am — 6pm
Figment NYC on Governor’s Island
Get ready to take Governor’s Island by storm! FIGMENT is an explosion of creative energy. It’s a free, annual celebration of participatory art and culture where everything is possible. For one weekend each summer, it transforms Governors Island into a large-scale collaborative artwork – and then it’s gone. Art and activities in every medium available… especially the art and activities that YOU bring!
Details: Governor’s Island, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: FigmentNYC@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 10am — 12pm
High Line Kids: Arty Hours at 23rd Street Lawn
Between the rich colors and textures you’ll find in the planting beds to the unique site-specific art works curated by High Line Art, the High Line holds inspiration for creative minds of all ages. During Arty Hours, families are invited to drop-in to experiment with painting, drawing, and building materials from our Art Hub to create their own masterpieces to take home. Then, join for a hunt for High Line Art works spread throughout the park.
Details: On the High Line between West 22nd and West 23rd Streets, NYC. Ages 4 and up. FREE for all. Contact: 212.206-9922. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 10am — 4pm
12th Annual Vintage Police Car Show at the NYC Police Museum
The Police Museum’s largest event of the year returns. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to view a piece of New York City’s history when the Police Museum displays classic patrol vehicles used by New York’s finest at its 12th annual Car Show. The vehicles will be displayed outside the historic museum and car owners will be on hand to show off their prized possessions and answer questions.
Details: 100 Old Slip (between Water and South Streets), NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for members; $5/children, students, seniors; $8/adults. Contact: 212.480.3100. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th at 10:00am
A-Maze-ing Water Opening Weekend at New York Aquarium
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium’s new summer exhibit, A-MAZE-ING Water opens on World Oceans Day with special activities and events planned through the weekend.
Special Activities Include:
Take Action Mailbox Station — Help support clean water initiatives. Write a letter, draw a picture, or make a collage, and we’ll deliver your messages to local government officials working to address this vital issue.
Giant Community Mosaic — Make your mark on a large-scale work of art, made up of more than 600 mosaic tiles!
Model of Local Watershed — In this model of a typical watershed, learn how pollutants turn into run-off and affect drinking water and oceans.
New York Seascape Activities — Did you know New York waters are home to migratory whales, sea turtles, sharks, and harbor seals? Enjoy hands-on activities that pay homage to this vast array of local marine life.
Water-themed Art Exhibition — In the Ocean View Room, check out our Conservation Gallery, which features aquatic art by exceptional multimedia artists.
Details: Surf Avenue at West 8th Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE with admission. Contact: 718.265.3474. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th 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, June 9th from 11am — 1pm
High Line Kids: Second Saturdays with the Children’s Museum of Arts at Chelsea Market Passage
Friends of the High Line is teaming up with the Children’s Museum of the Arts to present monthly drop-in art workshops for kids. Using found objects and natural materials, kids can craft their own High Line-inspired masterpieces under the guidance of Children’s Museum of the Arts Teaching Artists. The High Line Children’s Workyard Kit by Cas Holman will also be available for young builders to create one-of-a-kind vehicles, forts, creatures, structures, and machines from our kit of custom-designed wood planks, nuts, and bolts.
Details: On the High Line at West 16th Street, NYC. Ages 4 and up. FREE for all. Contact: 212.206.9922. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 11am — 6pm
Big Apple BBQ Block Party at Madison Square Park
The 10th Annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party will take place in Madison Square Park and surrounding streets and will celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Event admission is free, with award-winning barbecue and Southern-inspired fare from the country’s top pitmasters available for $8/plate. Live performances from emerging and established rock, blues and soul artists take place onstage throughout the day, and some of the country’s most innovative chefs share insights and cooking tips in the Seminar Tent.
Details: Between Fifth & Madison Avenues, 23rd & 26th Street, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE admissions with fees for food. Contact: 646-747-0584. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th beginning at 11am
Brooklyn Pride’s 16th Annual Pride Celebration at Prospect Park
Pride 5K Fun Run (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) — A fun event for the LGBT community and friends in a festive, healthy and inclusive environment.  Part of the proceeds go to a local LGBT organization.
Multicultural Festival (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM) — It’s more than your usual street fair featuring stage performance, family zone, shopping and great food. Most importantly,  it provides opportunities for the community to come through to learn about community organizations, issues and business.
Kids Space (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM) — Kids come join the fun at Brooklyn Pride with your own Space! We will have sing a song, puppet making workshops, story time, bookmaking and much much more!
Night Pride Parade (7:30 PM Kick Off) — This event will take place at 5th Avenue – from 14th Street to Sterling Place
Come join the fun with the first “Night Time Parade” in the Northeast, a celebration of our Pride and Heritage.
Details: 15th Street and Prospect Park West, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: info@brooklynpride.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 11am — 3pm
Downing Spring Street Fair at Downing Street Playground
The spring fairs and outdoor activities aren’t slowing down anytime soon. The Annual Downing Spring fair includes music, face painting, games, petting zoo, bounce house and many more fun activities for pre-schoolers.
Details: 6th Avenue at Bleeker Street, NYC. Ages 2-5. Cost: $15/child. Contact: Contact: 212.924.2557. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 11:00am — 4:00pm
Animal Tales Extravaganza at The Bronx Zoo
This event is SO. MUCH. FUN! Join us for an extravaganza of animal-themed entertainment featuring your favorite children’s entertainers during weekends this spring. From Broadway’s Avenue Q, come see the family-friendly puppet show Avenue Zoo. March in a fantastical Rainforest Creature Parade, stop by for a meet-and-greet with characters from beloved children’s books and shows, and enjoy animal yoga stretches and crafts activities. Please note: This weekend, visitors can enjoy a sing-along with Barney on the Mainstage! Woohoo!
Details: 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx. All ages welcomed. Cost: FREE with zoo admissions. Contact: 718.367.1010. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th from 11am — 4pm
Kids in Motion at Maria Hernandez Park
Join Parks for a fun-filled day of fitness and sports for kids! Kids in Motion is a free event to celebrate the upcoming opening of McCarren Pool & Play Center in nearby Greenpoint and encourage families to take advantage of Parks’ recreation programming. This free event features sports like double dutch, street hockey, volleyball and more. Kids can join our Learn to Ride a Bike lessons, race through an obstacle course, or work up a sweat in yoga and zumba classes. Participants at the event will receive a Kids In Motion Passport, featuring select activities of the day. Kids who join in every activity in the passport can redeem it at the end of the day for a prize. In addition, Parks staff will be on site to help the whole family sign up for a Parks Recreation Membership card so that they can join in the fun & fitness at McCarren when it opens on June 28.
Details: Irving Ave and Kinickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 718.965.8935. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th 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! Please note: This saturday, Greenlight is pulling out all the stops with a special guest — Brooklyn Borough President, Marty Markowitz! **Squeals**
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, June 9th at 12pm and 2pm
Sea Lion Samba at Prospect Park Zoo
Join the Prospect Park Zoo’s talented sea lion duo Stella and Beebe as they perform with the exciting and colorful Samba New York! percussion band. The dancers will teach you the moves and Prospect Park Zoo’s trainers will show you how the sea lions can “dance” along too! This event is part of Jazz: Brooklyn’s Beat, co-produced by WBGO, Heart of Brooklyn (HOB) and HOB Member Institutions.
Details: 450 Flatbush Avenue , Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE with admission. Contact: jazz@heartofbrooklyn.org. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th at 1:30pm
Shadow Puppet Stories at The New York Transit Museum
Transport your imagination by creating silhouette puppets and a nighttime city landscape to animate your own travel tale.
Details: Corner of Boerum Pl. and Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn. Ages 4 and up. FREE with admission. Contact: 718.694.1600. Visit the website for more information.

Saturday, June 9th 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, June 9th 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, June 9th from 3pm — 5pm
Circle, Shimmy, Sway at The Brooklyn Bridge Park
Ladies, leave the kids at home and join your fellow women on the lawn in front of Tobacco Warehouse at New Dock Street (off Water Street) for an afternoon of movement! Learn Brazilian samba, Haitian congo, Indian garba, Hawaiian hula and more.
Details: Brooklyn Bridge Park in DUMBO. Adults welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: 718.625.0080 or email folkarts@brooklynartscouncil.org. Visit the website for more information.

SUNDAY JUNE 10TH

Sunday, June 10th from 10am — 6pm
Figment NYC on Governor’s Island
Get ready to take Governor’s Island by storm! FIGMENT is an explosion of creative energy. It’s a free, annual celebration of participatory art and culture where everything is possible. For one weekend each summer, it transforms Governors Island into a large-scale collaborative artwork – and then it’s gone. Art and activities in every medium available… especially the art and activities that YOU bring!
Details: Governor’s Island, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: FigmentNYC@gmail.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th from 10am — 12pm
Learn to Ride – Kids
Check out this group class for children who are ready to ditch their training wheels and ride a two-wheeler for the first time. Through a safe, easy, effective method, experienced instructors help parents teach their kids how to balance, pedal, start, stop, and steer a bicycle. FREE More info

Sunday, June 10th at 10:00am
A-Maze-ing Water Opening Weekend at New York Aquarium
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium’s new summer exhibit, A-MAZE-ING Water opens on World Oceans Day with special activities and events planned through the weekend.
Special Activities Include:
Take Action Mailbox Station — Help support clean water initiatives. Write a letter, draw a picture, or make a collage, and we’ll deliver your messages to local government officials working to address this vital issue.
Giant Community Mosaic — Make your mark on a large-scale work of art, made up of more than 600 mosaic tiles!
Model of Local Watershed — In this model of a typical watershed, learn how pollutants turn into run-off and affect drinking water and oceans.
New York Seascape Activities — Did you know New York waters are home to migratory whales, sea turtles, sharks, and harbor seals? Enjoy hands-on activities that pay homage to this vast array of local marine life.
Water-themed Art Exhibition — In the Ocean View Room, check out our Conservation Gallery, which features aquatic art by exceptional multimedia artists.
Details: Surf Avenue at West 8th Street, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE with admission. Contact: 718.265.3474. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th from 11am — 3pm
Israel on Nostrand Avenue Festival at Kings Bay Y
Get ready to travel the entire country of Israel in one block! Activities include: Petting Zoo, Inflatable rides, Games and Arts and Crafts, Toddlers Area, Vendors Fair, Live Performers, Avram Pengas, Eric Stern, and more! Pizza, popcorn, and cotton candy will be served in abundance! Raffles and Giveaways will be awarded with the grand raffle prize being an iPad3.
Details: 3495 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: Alina at 718-648-7703 ext. 224. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th from 11:00am — 4:00pm
Animal Tales Extravaganza at The Bronx Zoo
This event is SO. MUCH. FUN! Join us for an extravaganza of animal-themed entertainment featuring your favorite children’s entertainers during weekends this spring. From Broadway’s Avenue Q, come see the family-friendly puppet show Avenue Zoo. March in a fantastical Rainforest Creature Parade, stop by for a meet-and-greet with characters from beloved children’s books and shows, and enjoy animal yoga stretches and crafts activities. Please note: This weekend, visitors can enjoy a sing-along with Barney on the Mainstage! Woohoo!
Details: 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx. All ages welcomed. Cost: FREE with zoo admissions. Contact: 718.367.1010. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th 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, June 10th from 11am — 6pm
Big Apple BBQ Block Party at Madison Square Park
The Big Apple Barbecue Block Party takes place one weekend each June in Madison Square Park and surrounding streets, attracting people from near and far to celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. Event admission is free, with award-winning barbecue and Southern-inspired fare from the country’s top pitmasters available for $8/plate. Live performances from emerging and established rock, blues and soul artists take place onstage throughout the day, and some of the country’s most innovative chefs share insights and cooking tips in the Seminar Tent.
Details: Between Fifth & Madison Avenues, 23rd & 26th Streets, NYC. All ages welcomed. FREE admissions with fees for food and merchandise. Contact: 646.747.0584. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th at 12:00pm — 1:00pm
Story Time at Books of Wonder
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: 212.989.3270oremailstore@booksofwonder.com. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th from 12pm — 5pm
Prospect Park Carousel’s 100th Birthday Party at Prospect Park Carousel
The Prospect Park Carousel horses turn 100 this year! Join in for a special birthday celebration and enjoy FREE Carousel rides and fun activities for the whole family. Woohoo!
Details: Intersection of Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th 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.

Sunday, June 10th at 1:30pm
Shadow Puppet Stories at The New York Transit Museum
Transport your imagination by creating silhouette puppets and a nighttime city landscape to animate your own travel tale.
Details: Corner of Boerum Pl. and Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn. Ages 4 and up. FREE with admission. Contact: 718.694.1600. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th 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, June 10th 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, June 10th 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, June 10th at 4pm
RACH-C “Children’s Festival of Russian Culture” at Symphony Space
This event will feature ongoing performances of youth folk ensembles from different U.S. and Russian cities. Performers dress in exotic period costumes and specialize in traditional age-old songs and dances of different regions of the former Russian Empire.
Details: 2537 Broadway (at 95th Street), NYC. All ages welcomed. Cost: $15/children, students, seniors; $20/adults. Contact: 212.864.5400. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th from 4pm — 4:45pm
Kabaret for Kids at Gumbo
Through live music, movement, puppets and more, children and grown-ups alike will enjoy some serious “Edutainment.”
Ms. Alayna, (Edutainer), combines 10 years of experience in the classroom with her work as a television host to create a fun-filled and educational performance. Sing classic tunes, play interactive games and meet Ms. Alayna’s Puppet Pals! Please note: Space is limited so call for reservations.
Details: 493 Atlantic Avenue (bet. Nevins & Third), Brooklyn. Ages 3 and up. Cost: $15/child; $5/adults and siblings. Contact: 718.855.7808.

Sunday, June 10th from 4pm — 7pm
SummerStage Kids Brooklyn Family Day at Herbert Von King Park
There’s a pretty epic lineup for this event:
FELA! Queens, from the Broadway hit, Fela!, these Queens engage and excite audiences of all ages. Their analysis of African movement and song naturally leads to the examination of Africa’s history and culture. Their performances bring about a deeper understanding of the rich and diverse land and people of Africa. Fela’s Queens explore African history and culture through the study of contemporary musicians and the dances that accompany the various musical styles.
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has traveled the world, bringing its unique hybrid of vaudeville, circus, Wild West shows, burlesque and sideshow to hundreds of thousands of people since 1995. Famous among audiences and within the variety performance community, the company has produced innumerable cabaret shows, custom performances, all-ages productions in addition to sophisticated adult shows.
DJ Stormin’ Norman, founder of the Sundae Sermon Festival, was originally part of a groundbreaking DJ collective that brought the famed Thunderstorm Mix on New York’s WBLS 107.5FM to life. By introducing live mixing to daytime radio, he helped set a new precedent in national radio. For over 20 years, he’s played major New York clubs, exclusive downtown spots and elite private events worldwide.
Details: Lafayette Ave & Marcy Ave, Brooklyn. All ages welcomed. FREE for all. Contact: info@cityparksfoundation.org. Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, June 10th 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.