Presidential Boogie at Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden

   Families can step back in time on George Washington’s birthday and celebrate as Washington and other New Yorkers would have done in the early 19th century. The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden is holding a Washington’s Birthday Ball, where families can feel like they are partying with our founding fathers.Munch on snacks that were served back then, and kick up your heels and learn English country-dances by a period dance ensemble. A Washington-themed story time reading will also be offered. Ages 4 and up. $12; $8 ages 12 and under. February 22. 1-4pm. Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, 421 East 61st Street. 212-838-6878. www.mvhm.org.