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NYC City Lights Cruise

May. 30, 2021 - May. 02, 2021 , 7-9pm
Event Cruises NYC, Pier 36 (NY)
299 South Street, New York
All Ages
from $45

Take the City Lights Cruise to see the awesome harbor lights and take in a spectacular New York City at night! You will see the NYC lights fro...

Architecture at Home: Arch Bridges

May. 05, 2021, 4-4:45pm
Center for Architecture
Online
Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Learn more about architecture and design from the comfort of your own home with this free, live, and online Architecture at Home workshops led by C...

Picasso in Occupied Paris

May. 05, 2021, 2pm
New City Library
Online
Adult
FREE

How did Picasso, a known anti-fascist, not only survive but manage to produce art in Paris under the watch of the Nazis? Why did he stay in France ...

Mamas with Chutzpah Virtual Walking Tour

May. 05, 2021, 5-6:30pm
Museum at Eldridge Street
Online
All Ages
Suggested donation

This virtual edition of our popular Mother's Day Lower East Side walking tour highlights the experience of Jewish women in the neighborhood. Fo...

Spring 2021 Virtual Admissions Event: Wednesdays@Whitby

May. 05, 2021, 9:30am
Whitby School
Online
Adult
FREE

Join the Admissions Team, the Whitby Montessori Children's House staff, and parents to learn more about the program for children ages 18 months...

Kids Create Grab-and-Go: Planting Seeds

May. 05, 2021, 10am-4pm
Highlawn Library
1664 W. 13th St. , Bensonhurst
All Ages
FREE

Stop by the Highlawn Library and pick up a special Mother's Day supply kit with seeds, pots, and soil--everything you need to grow your ow...

Inside The Dark Crystal with Silly Willy & Friends

May. 05, 2021, 10:30am for Urdu session; 11:30am for English session
MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE 动态影像博物馆
Online
All Ages
$5 per participant

Learn about fantasy world-building in the exhibit about the 1982 movie The Dark Crystal, part of The Jim Henson Exhibition. Hosted by Coor...

Rhythm & Reading Storytime with Live Music

May. 05, 2021, 5-5:45pm
Mt. Kisco Public Library
Online
All Ages
FREE

Two Right Feet is a highly-interactive, classroom-based arts program designed to support: school readiness, literacy, creativity, kindness, and lan...

Virtual: Life and Death in 1918

May. 05, 2021, 4pm
Tenement Museum
Online
All Ages
$10 per device; free for members

Join the Tenement Museum on an exploration of the flu pandemic of 1918. It would become the deadliest pandemic in human history so far, leaving a l...

Growing Uptown

May. 05, 2021, Any time
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
Online
Teen, Adult
FREE

Join DFM Director of Education, Fabiola C ceres, on May 5th, as she guides you through how to start your seeds and seedlings in your urban grow kit...

Growing Uptown

May. 05, 2021, Any time
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
Online
Teen, Adult
FREE

Join DFM Director of Education, Fabiola C ceres as she guides you through how to start your seeds and seedlings in your urban grow kit. This pre-re...

Alebrije Animal Puppets

May. 05, 2021, 9:45am-4pm
Children's Museum of Manhattan
212 W. 83rd St., Upper West Side
All Ages
$15; $12 seniors 65 and older; free for infants under 1 year old

Alebrijes are ornate Mexican sculptures carved out of wood and decorated with bright paint. Bring your own mythical creature to life using paint an...

Alebrije Animal Puppets at Children's Museum of Manhattan

Pivoting Through the Pandemic - a streaming broadcast Hosted by Jason Brown

May. 06, 2021, 8pm
Ice Theatre of New York
Online
All Ages
FREE

Ice Theatre of New York (ITNY) presents Pivoting Through The Pandemic featuring the Company and champion ice artists Jason Brown, Kaitlyn Weaver an...

Preschool Signs

May. 06, 2021, 11-11:45am
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
FREE

Themed basic sign language class for children 2-6 years+ and their parents/caregiver/families. Join Miss Lisa in a fun, story and song-filled sessi...

The Secret Life of Pets

May. 06, 2021, 4pm and 7pm
Ridgefield Playhouse
80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield
All Ages
$10-$12

After returning from their honeymoon and showing home movies to their friends, Shrek and Fiona learn that her parents have heard that she has marri...

Canvas Art Class: Celebrating Mother's Day

May. 06, 2021, 4-5pm
A Sprinkle of Fun
79-05 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale
Young elementary, Tween
$20

Children will paint a canvas for the special mom in their life. There are no refunds for this event and tickets cannot be applied for future dates....

Mother's Day: Free Kid's Craft Kits!

May. 06, 2021, 2-6pm
Ikea
96-05 Queens Blvd., Rego Park
All Ages
FREE

Visit Ikea to pick up a special Mother’s Day themed take and make craft kit for little shoppers!

...

Preparing for College Admissions: Your Summer Checklist

May. 06, 2021, 1-2pm
Huntington Learning Center
58 E. Rt. 59, Nanuet
Teen, Adult
FREE

College admissions can be a stressful process. From incoming freshman to rising seniors, there is a lot of work to finish in high school academics ...

Infant Massage

May. 06, 2021, 10-10:45am
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Baby
FREE

For parents/caregivers of children 4-11 months. Learn the benefits and techniques of massage for your baby and you. Infant Massage is a valuable to...

Empowering Our Future Female Leaders with Magna Gopal

May. 06, 2021, 7pm
Wonder Girls
Online
Teen, Adult
FREE

Join Wonder Girls for a virtual workshop open to high school girls, parents, and educators on "Empowering our Future Female Leaders" led ...

Virtual: Wong Family

May. 06, 2021, 6pm
Tenement Museum
Online
All Ages
$10 per device; free for members

Explore how the influx of Chinese immigrants would forever change the landscape of New York City after restrictive immigration quotas were lifted i...

Tuesday's Children Lessons in Recovery and Resilience Keynote

May. 06, 2021, 9am-12pm
Tuesday's Children
Online
All Ages
FREE

Tuesday's Children, a nonprofit organization serving families and communities impacted by terrorism, military conflict and mass violence, annou...

Jupiter Joe's Sidewalk Astronomy - Night Time Observing

May. 06, 2021, 9-11pm
Ben Abrams Playground
Bronx Park East and Lydig Ave. , Bronx
All Ages
FREE

Join Jupiter Joe for some night time Sidewalk Astronomy. See planets, the moon and even nebula's and star clusters. All visible from NYC and al...

Family Craft Night

May. 07, 2021, 6-8pm
JTS Community, Health & Sports Center at Torne Valley
115 Torne Valley Road, Hillburn
All Ages
FREE

This fun Family Craft Night includes a project for Mother's Day.

...

Drive-In Movies: Who Framed Roger Rabbit

May. 07, 2021, 8pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

Forced to spend his summer holidays with his muggle relations, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) gets a real shock when he gets a surprise visitor: D...

Micheal McDonald presents Home Alone 3: Yo Mama be There

May. 07, 2021, 9pm
Live on Mandolin
Online
Adult
$20 - $90

Make Mother's Day weekend extra special when you invite Michael McDonald into your living room! You know and love the unofficial captain of Yac...

Virtual: Saez-Velez Family

May. 07, 2021, 4pm
Tenement Museum
Online
All Ages
$10 per device; free for members

Dive into the Puerto Rican migrant experience in 1960s New York City, and see what opportunities and challenges they faced migrating as US citizens...

The Muppet Movie

May. 07, 2021, 3pm
Museum of the Moving Image
36-01 35 Ave, Astoria
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
$9–$15

The first film to show in the reopened Redstone Theater (big space, capped at 25% attendance) is the first Muppet movie! Kermit makes his way from ...

Hugs, Inc. Mother's Day Weekend Drive In Movie: The Blindside

May. 07, 2021, 7-11pm
Westhampton Presbyterian Church Parking lot
90 Meeting House Road, Westhampton Beach
Tween, Teen, Adult
$35 suggested donation per carload; $25 students per carload

Join Hugs, Inc. in celebrating Mother's Day with a Spring Night Out! The Blind Side, starring Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, and Tim McGra...

Spring Pop Up: Mother's Day

May. 07, 2021 - May. 04, 217 , 2-4pm
Bailey Arboretum
Bayville Road, Locust Valley
All Ages
$9; $7 members

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Bailey Arboretum. Families will learn about the meaning behind popular cut flowers and assemble a flower bou...

Second Saturdays Trailwork Party + Bike Share

May. 08, 2021, 10am-3pm
Highbridge Bike Park
131 Ft George Ave. , Washington Heights
All Ages
FREE

Dig, then ride at NYCMTB's monthly welcome days at Highbridge Park in Manhattan! Bring your friends and family for a day of fun in the woo...

IN PERSON Guided Nature Walks

May. 08, 2021, 10-11am
Sands Point Preserve
127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point
All Ages
$15; $10 members; $5 children; free for children members

Explore different aspects of the preserve’s environment, encompassing its unique physical features and wildlife.

IN PERSON Mother’s Day Workshop

May. 08, 2021, 3:45-4:45pm
Speakitaly NYC
49 West 28th street, FL 3, New York
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween
$35

La mamma e' sempre la mamma ..make something lovely for her and learn a beautiful "filastrocca". Advanced registration required. ...

ONLINE Mother's Day Workshop

May. 08, 2021, 1pm
Zoom & Bloom
,
All Ages
$265

Create a beautiful Seder centerpiece with family and friends near and far. A luxurious box of blooms, a vessel and the tools you need to make a lus...

Wake Up Turtles!

May. 08, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Center for Science Teaching and Learning
1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre
All Ages
$16

Learn how the turtles and amphibians have been spending the winter at CSTL, and get the chance to meet them up close!

ONLINE From Simple Shapes to Skyscrapers: Family Programs at the Skyscraper Museum

May. 08, 2021, 11am
The Skyscraper Museum
39 Battery Place, New York
All Ages
FREE

Simple shapes and basic numbers are at the core of all tall towers. Join the The Skyscraper Museum for a deep dive into the floor plans and fa...

ONLINE Bring the Kids! Celebrate Boscobel's 60th!

May. 08, 2021, 10am
Boscobel House
1601 Route 9D, Garrison
All Ages
FREE

Take a virtual family museum tour through time with museum educator, Lisa DiMarzo. What is a museum? Take a closeup look at a collection obje...

Mom and Me

May. 08, 2021, 12-5pm
Smith Haven Mall
313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove
All Ages
FREE

Join Smith Haven Mall for a day of fun, fashion and friends to celebrate mom. Plus, shop socialize and indulge in special offers, giveaways and mor...

Sheep Shearing Special Admission Day

May. 08, 2021, 11am-4pm
Queens County Farm Museum
73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park
All Ages
$12; $8 ages 3-12

Time for a haircut! Watch as the sheep get their much-needed spring trims.

ONLINE Mother & Daughter Yoga on Zoom!

May. 08, 2021, 4-5pm
Karma Kids Yoga
16 Madison Sq West, NY
Young elementary, Tween
$20 per household

Connect and bond with your daughter in a fun, playful and meaningful way! You'llyoga, play games, practice partner poses and partner acrobatics...

ONLINE Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Virtual Scavenger Hunt

May. 08, 2021, 6-7:30pm
Watson Adventures
Online
Tween, Teen, Adult
$19 per person

Grab your magic wands for a wizarding adventure that takes you to museums across America in search of art that echoes characters, places, and magic...

ONLINE Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Virtual Scavenger Hunt

May. 08, 2021, 6-7:30pm
Watson Adventures
Online
Tween, Teen, Adult
$19 per person

Grab your magic wands for a wizarding adventure that takes you to museums across America in search of art that echoes characters, places, and magic...

Guided Birdwatching

May. 08, 2021, 8-10am
Science Museum of Long Island
1526 N Plandome Road, Manhasset
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
$10; $7 members

Discover the flora and fauna of beautiful Leeds Pond Preserve during this guided nature walk! Explore the woodland ecology of the site and learn ab...

Family Fun Hikes in Van Cortlandt Park: Mother’s Day Weekend

May. 08, 2021, 10am-12pm
Van Cortlandt Golf House at Van Cortlandt Park
Broadway and VanCortlandt Park, Bronx
Baby, Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
$10

Introduce your little ones to the many sights, sounds, smells, and feels of nature as you explore the park using your senses! Celebrate Earth week ...

Floral Arranging with Colleen Zale

May. 08, 2021, 11am-1pm
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
895 SHORE ROAD, Bronx
All Ages
$110

Colleen Zale of Pelham's CZ Floral Design will introduce you to the current artistic trends surrounding flowers and foliage. Colleen will guide...

MAY KIDS ZONE

May. 08, 2021, 11am-12pm
Queens Center Mall
90-15 Queens Blvd, Elmhurst
Baby, Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Kids can celebrate mom with a Wonder Woman card and coin pouch. Let Mom know she is your favorite superhero. Mom & Dad receive a special 1 day ...

Princess Tea Party

May. 08, 2021, 1pm
Ballet Long Island
1863 Pond Road, Ronkonkoma
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
$20

This party is for the true princess in your life.Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite Princess, young royals will have a fun fill...

ART360º / FORT GREENE

May. 08, 2021, 11am-5pm
Cuyler Gore Park
Fulton Street at Greene Avenue in Fort Greene, Brooklyn
All Ages
FREE

A day of discovery and exploration, ART360/FG is about the art that surrounds us in vibrant Fort Greene! Explore “The Art Of…” w...

Mother's Day Plant & Gift Sale

May. 08, 2021, 9am-2pm
Palisades Community Center
675 Oak Tree Road, Palisades
All Ages
FREE

Select the perfect plants for your garden or to gift to you mom! There will also be some last minute treasures for Mom or anyone else special in yo...

Drive-In Movies: Ghostbusters

May. 08, 2021, 8pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

Forced to spend his summer holidays with his muggle relations, Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) gets a real shock when he gets a surprise visitor: D...

Paint with Mom: Radiant Butterfly

May. 08, 2021, 11:30am-1:30PMpm
Pinots Palette
7518 13th Avenue, Dyker Heights
All Ages
$32 per person

Radiant Butterfly is such a fun painting to create! Get creative with all of the different colors on this palette.

PLEASE BE PUNCTUAL! The&nb...

Mother's Day Floral Design Workshop

May. 08, 2021, 1-3pm
Queens Botanical Garden
43-50 Main St., Flushing
Tween, Teen, Adult
$40; $30 members

For Mother’s Day, learn the art of hand gathering bouquets for a fresh-from-the-garden look! This workshop makes a great gift for Mom. ...

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! - Mommy and Me Unicorn - Set

May. 08, 2021, 11am-12:30pm
Painting with a Twist
855 Merrick Road, Baldwin
All Ages
$25-$27 per person

It's a mommy and me paint event where you will team up to create a BEE-utiful piece of art!

...

Mother's Day

May. 08, 2021, 10am-4pm
Garvies Point Museum
50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove
All Ages
$5; $3 children 5-12 yrs; additional $5 for craft program

Today is all about Mom! Take a nature walk, make a craft, and more!

MOTHER'S DAY BIRDS & BLOSSOMS WALK, 11am, 1pm, 3pm: Ta...

Magic Show followed by Marshall Dancing!

May. 08, 2021, 4-5pm
Imagine That!!! Museum
4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park
All Ages
$75 one turf square for up to 6 people

The Circus is coming to Town - right in the Imagine THAT!!! parking lot. There will be music, juggling, magic and Aerial Show! As always ...

Summer Camp Open House @ Bach to Rock Nanuet

May. 08, 2021, 1-2:30pm
Bach to Rock Nanuet
150 East Route 59, Nanuet
Young elementary, Tween, Teen
FREE

Join Bach to Rock Nanuet at their open house to learn about the Summer Music Camp Programs. They'll be running demos of the Rock Band, DJ,...

Mommy & Me Experience

May. 08, 2021, 11am-3pm
Palisades Center
1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack
All Ages
FREE

Join Palisades Center in partnership with Claire's, Color Me Mine, and Sephora for a special Mommy & Me Experience within the East Court on...

Virtual: Rogarshevsky Family

May. 08, 2021, 4pm
Tenement Museum
Online
All Ages
$10 per device; free for members

See how immigrant families balanced their traditions with working outside the home at garment factories across the city in the early 20th century. ...

I ❤ MOM Glow in the Park

May. 08, 2021, 5-10pm
Adventure Park
Online
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
$54

It’s a Glow in the Park just for Mom! We’re honoring all the moms out there this week with our I ? MOM Glow in the Park. Zip...

Spring Fling with Brooklyn Public Library

May. 08, 2021, 11am-4pm
Prospect Park Alliance
452 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn
All Ages
FREE

Prospect Park Alliance is teaming up with Brooklyn Public Library and local partners to host a day of family fun with library programs, entertainme...

Traditions Festival '21: Free Book Fair + Paper Making

May. 08, 2021, 11am-2pm
King Manor Museum
150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica
All Ages
FREE

Join King Manor Museum for their kick off event of the annual Traditions Festival (a series, this year) with BLAQUE Resource Network for a FREE Boo...

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation's 8th Annual Kite Day

May. 08, 2021, 11am-2pm
Davenport Park
Davenport Ave., New Rochelle
All Ages
FREE

Kite Day returns! New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will hold their 8th Annual Kite Day event at Davenport Park. All ages are welcomed. There will ...

Summer on the Hudson: Play Dates!

May. 08, 2021, 1-4pm
West Harlem Piers Park
W. 125th Street and Marginal Street, West Harlem
All Ages
FREE

Join Summer on the Hudson at this fun family-friendly event featuring a Flor Bromley and her bilingual Latin music party, grab-and-go arts and craf...

Con Edison Family Day: Make Your Own Birdhouse in the Park and Bilingual Story Time!

May. 08, 2021, 1-2pm
Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel Terrace, Harlem
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
FREE

Make Your Own Birdhouse in the Park and a Bilingual Story Time! This month, join the Morris-Jumel Mansion outside in the Park to learn about d...

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Cherry Blossom Art Workshop

May. 08, 2021, 11am-12pm
Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Center
East 33rd Street and Avenue U, Marine Park
All Ages
FREE

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the Urban Park Rangers! Learn all about various species of cherry trees...

ONLINE Guggenheim Family Tours at Home: Matriarchs

May. 09, 2021, 11am-12pm
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
1071 Fifth Ave., Upper East Side
All Ages
$15 per family; $10 for Guggenheim Members

This interactive, family-friendly tour includes creative, hands-on activities designed to help families engage with each other.

TNF's Mother's Day Tough Muddah

May. 09, 2021, 10:30am
Riverside Park
West 74th Street, New York
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
$25 per child/parent team; $10 each additional child

Celebrate Mother's Day with an obstacle course meant for little ones and their mom. Make a craft gift, have some fun, get a medal and a goodie bag.

Nyack's Spring Fling Promenade

May. 09, 2021, 10am-8pm
Downtown Nyack
Main Street and Broadway, Nyack
All Ages
FREE

Nyack's Spring Fling gets into in full gear with a 'Promenade' street event. The village invites visitors to shop and dine in a tr...

Fresh Air Sundays: Salsa on 2 with Yvonne Gutierrez

May. 09, 2021, 1-2pm
Abron Arts Center
466 Grand St., Lower East Side
All Ages
FREE

Shine on with your mamita or mother figure!

The Amazing Mother's Day Scavenger Hunt

May. 09, 2021, 2-4pm (1:30pm registration)
Central Park - Bethesda Fountain
65th St Transverse Road & Central Park West, New York
All Ages
$25 per person

POGO Events presents The Amazing Mother's Day Scavenger Hunt - part hunt, part obstacle course and ALL NEW YORK. A series of clues leads you ar...

Mother's Day NYC Landmarks Cruise

May. 09, 2021, 12pm
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
83 North River Piers, W 42nd St, New York
All Ages
$37 comes with additional free ticket with code

Give mom the gift of quality time by taking her to experience the breathtaking views of Manhattan from the water on iconic NYC sightseeing cruise l...

MOTHERS DAY PICNC BASKET BRUNCH TO GO

May. 09, 2021, 10am-5pm
Garden of Eve Farm
4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead
All Ages
$45

A great way to "Treat" the Mom in your life - while staying safe! Enjoy a special Farm Picnic Basket Brunch, to go. Pick ...

Mother's Day Tea in the Garden

May. 09, 2021, 11am-1pm
Planting Fields Arboretum
1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay
All Ages
$30; $24 members

Celebrate the mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day with a special visit to Planting Fields. Explore what is in bloom and enjoy a sma...

Mother's Day Brunch

May. 09, 2021, 10am; 12pm; 2pm; 4pm
Long Island Aquarium
431 East Main Street, Riverhead
All Ages
$59.95; $54.95 members; Children 3-12 $29.95; Children 3-12 $24.95 members; $5 children 2 and younger

Create treasured memories with a beautiful Mother’s Day Brunch at Long Island Aquarium in the spectacular Sea Star Ballroom. Enjoy a deliciou...

Happy Mother's Day

May. 09, 2021, 12-4pm
The Whaling Museum and Education Center
Online
All Ages
$6; $5 seniors 62 and older and children 4-18; free for children 3 and younger and those with Active Military with ID

Mothers enjoy free admission this Mother’s Day with the purchase of a regularly-priced child ticket. Bring Mom to the museum to enjoy s...

Mommy and Me Cook Together

May. 09, 2021, 8-9:30am or 10-11:30am
Ditmas Park Bubble
511 Coney Island Ave. , Ditmas Park
All Ages
$60 per mother and child; $20 additional parent; $10 additional child

Register now for a 90 minute cooking with Mom experience. Children will make Breakfast for mom showcasing their cooking skills and then sit and eat...

Mother's Day Workshop

May. 09, 2021, 1:30-3:30pm
Young Chefs Academy
108-10 72nd Ave., 2nd floor, Forest Hills
Young elementary, Tween
$55; $100 for two participants

Mom, Madre, Mum, Mamma, Mummy, Maw, Mother….no matter which way you say it, they all mean “special.” Show your mother how much s...

MOTHER'S DAY WALK

May. 09, 2021, 10am-12pm
Tenafly Nature Center
313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
All Ages
$8; $5 members

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a guided walk with a TNC Naturalist. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or just hoping for a pretty photo...

Mother's Day 5K

May. 09, 2021, 8am
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park
2957 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights
All Ages
$20; $18 members

Mother’s Day is on! The Mother's Day 5K race will start and finish in FDR park, starting from lot 1. Pies as prizes to 1s...

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! - Mommy and Me Bees - Set

May. 09, 2021, 11am-12:30pm
Painting with a Twist
Online
All Ages
$25-$27 per person

It's a mommy and me paint event where you will team up to create a BEE-utiful piece of art!

...

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! - Mommy and Me Bees - Set at Painting with a Twist

Mother's Day Tea in the Rose Garden

May. 09, 2021, 3-4pm
Sands Point Preserve
Online
All Ages
$55; $20 children 4-12; free for children 3 and younger, free for children 3 and younger. however, If a chair is required then the children's ticket price applies.

Celebrate your mother and all of the great women in your life at the Mother’s Day Tea in the beautiful Rose Garden outside Hempstead Hou...

Mother's Day Tea in the Rose Garden at Sands Point Preserve

Mother's Day

May. 09, 2021, 10am-5pm
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium
1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor
All Ages
$7; $6 seniors 65 and older; $5 ages 3-12; Free for mom with paid child admission

It’s your day! Come celebrate with your children! Free admission for Moms when accompanied by their children.

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Mariachi for Mother's Day

May. 09, 2021, 3pm
Hudson River Museum
511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers
All Ages
FREE

Celebrate mom with live mariachi in the outdoor HRM Amphitheater! Mariachi Citlalli—one of the most successful mariachi bands in New Yor...

Mariachi for Mother's Day at Hudson River Museum

Mother's Day Bird Walk

May. 09, 2021, 8:45-10am
Sheldrake Environmental Center
685 WEAVER STREET, LARCHMONT
All Ages
FREE

Celebrate Mother’s Day morning at Sheldrake! Expert birder Doug Bloom will help us search for spring migrating birds, using sights and sounds...

Virtual: Moore Family

May. 09, 2021, 4pm
Tenement Museum
Online
All Ages
$10 per device; free for members

Discover how Irish immigrants handled discrimination in the 19th century, and what opportunities they might have received in Lower Manhattan. Trave...

JUNIORS: ANIMAL HABITATS (Virtual Girl Scout Badge in a Day Workshops)

May. 09, 2021, 10-11:30am
Bronx Zoo
Online
Young elementary
$15; $12 members

In this virtual program, you will earn your Animal Habitats badge by exploring our zoos and aquarium to learn all about animals and their habitats....

Spring Birding

May. 09, 2021, 9:30-11am
Wave Hill
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx
Tween, Teen, Adult
$15

What magic can you create in the sowing of seeds? Take advantage of the last signs of spring to sow the seeds of carrots, peas, cornflowers and pop...

ONLINE Venice: The Most Improbable of Cities

May. 10, 2021, 2pm
New City Library
220 N. Main St., New City
Adult
FREE

Venezia is the Queen of the Adriatic, La Serenissima, mercantile and maritime Republic of 1,000 years, a vast museum, a triumph of human will over ...

A New Light on Tiffany

May. 11, 2021, 2pm
New City Library
Online
Adult
FREE

Explore the New-York Historical Society's collection of Tiffany lamps—one of the world’s largest and most encyclopedic—and th...

PlayHooray Kids!

May. 11, 2021, 10-10:30am
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Baby, Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
FREE

This interactive music and movement Zoom program is filled with activities, books, dancing and fun! For children ages 2 months-6 years with parent/...

World Turtle Day

May. 11, 2021, 9:30am-9pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Young elementary
FREE

"Shell-ebrate" these interesting creatures. Dig in and explore amazing facts about these reptiles in this interactive science program. Le...

Star Jar Origami Craft

May. 11, 2021, 5-5:45pm
Mt. Kisco Public Library
Online
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Fill up a jar with beautiful origami stars and hear the story behind this meaningful craft. Zoom Information: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoo...

IN PERSON Town of Clarkstown Canvas Painting

May. 12, 2021, 5:45-7:45pm
Street Community Center
31 Zukor Road, New City
Tween, Teen, Adult
$40

Enjoy painting a 16" X 20" masterpiece. Be inspired by local artist who will guide you step by step through a featured painting. Clarksto...

ONLINE Virtual Zoo Tots

May. 12, 2021, 10:30am
Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport
Baby, Pre-school & younger
$10

Children ages 22 months to four years are invited for song/story time, virtual animal encounters, and/or virtual tours of the Zoo.

ONLINE and IN PERSON AHA Spring Open House

May. 12, 2021, In-person tours begin at 3:30pm; Webinar starts at 7pm
The Academy of the Holy Angels
315 Hillside Avenue, Demarest
Teen
FREE

Get ready for an experience you’ll always remember: The Academy of the Holy Angels’ Spring Open House. Prospective high school stu...

The Fourth Trimester

May. 12, 2021, 6:30-7:30pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Adult
FREE

This program is for new parents of infants and will cover postpartum planning, which includes the basics of caring for a newborn.

...

ONLINE Not All Scientists Wear Lab Coats: Celebrating World Frog Day

May. 13, 2021, 5:30-7pm
Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx
Tween, Teen, Adult
$15; $12 members

The Bronx Zoo's newest interactive series highlights the diverse professionals in STEM careers in "Not All Scientists Wear Lab Coats:...

ONLINE Conversations in the Arts- Call to Community – Art and Therapy

May. 13, 2021, 7-8:30pm
Huntington Arts Council
213 Main Street , Huntington
All Ages
FREE

Conversations in the Arts continues to be an engaging and increasingly popular program that we currently present via facebook LIVE. The premise of ...

Baking with Natural Sugar Alternatives

May. 13, 2021, 7pm
New City Library
Online
Adult
FREE

Join blogger, local baker & caterer Danielle Addimandi as she demonstrates how to bake delicious treats with natural sugars like maple syrup, h...

Conversations in the Arts: Call to Community – Art and Therapy

May. 13, 2021, 7-8:30pm
Huntington Arts Council
Online
All Ages
FREE

Conversations in the Arts continues to be an engaging and increasingly popular program that is currently presented via facebook LIVE. The prem...

Among Us Virtual Night

May. 14, 2021, 7-8pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Tween, Teen
FREE

Play the popular game Among Us! Join the library Discord channel 'PatMedTeen' to play, talk, and hang out with your friends and figure...

The Croods

May. 14, 2021, 4pm and 7pm
Ridgefield Playhouse
80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield
All Ages
$10-$12

After returning from their honeymoon and showing home movies to their friends, Shrek and Fiona learn that her parents have heard that she has marri...

Drive In Movie: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial

May. 14, 2021, 8pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Journey into Fraggle Rock with Silly Willy & Friends

May. 14, 2021, 10:30am, in Arabic; 11:30am, in English
MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE 动态影像博物馆
Online
All Ages
$5 per participant

Learn about the creation of the fantasy worlds featured in the beloved series Fraggle Rock in this livestreamed, virtual visit to The Jim Henson Ex...

Journey into Fraggle Rock with Silly Willy & Friends

May. 14, 2021, 10:30am, in Arabic; 11:30am, in English
MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE 动态影像博物馆
Online
All Ages
$5 per participant

Learn about the creation of the fantasy worlds featured in the beloved series Fraggle Rock in this livestreamed, virtual visit to The Jim Henson Ex...

Virtual Dungeons & Dragons

May. 14, 2021, 6:30-8:30pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Tween, Teen
FREE

Join the Dungeon Master for a virtual D&D. You must have a Discord account in advance and must register with the Library and provide your email...

Live-Stream Salon Concert: Pianist Wynona Wang

May. 14, 2021, 6-7pm
The Parrrish Art Museum
Online
All Ages
$20; $15 members

Enjoy the brilliance and artistry of the Salon musician live-streamed from the Parrish in the comfort of your home. Chinese pianist Wynona Wang was...

Tot Music with Robert the Guitar Guy

May. 14, 2021, 10-10:30am
Mt. Kisco Public Library
Online
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
FREE

Join Robert the Guitar Guy for a fun musical program. For toddlers. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88391849934 Meeting ID: 883 9184 99...

IN PERSON Prospective Family Day

May. 15, 2021, 12-2pm
Rolling River Day Camp
477 Ocean Avenue, East Rockaway
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween, Teen
FREE

Now is the time to enroll your child for summer camp! Rolling River operated for Summer 2020 with no COVID cases and they plan to continue imp...

IN PERSON Art Power Hour @ Broadway!: Parent + Child Clay Sculpture

May. 15, 2021, 2-3pm
Broadway Commons
358 N. Broadway Commons, Hicksville
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
$10

Create something special with your child during this Clay Sculpture class with Cassandra Basile & Rhea Nayyar. Advanced registration required. Ages 3-7 with a parent.

IN PERSON Gardening In The Park

May. 15, 2021, 9am-12pm
The Common Ground
Rotary Park between Gillette and Candee Avenues, Sayville
All Ages
FREE

Spend the day surrounded by nature and help maintain the gardens of The Common Ground.

ONLINE BluePath Service Dogs 5th Annual Walkathon

May. 15, 2021, 10am
BluePath Service Dogs
,
All Ages
$30 registration; $20 child registration

Join BluePath Service Dogs on the path to bettering the world for children with autism and their families. This family-friendly fundraiser will rai...

IN PERSON Endangered Species Day

May. 15, 2021, 9am-4pm
Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport
All Ages
$15; $10 seniors 65 and older and children younger than 12

Learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. Purchase tickets in advance.

Eggsperiments!

May. 15, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Center for Science Teaching and Learning
1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre
Young elementary, Tween
$16

Kids will form hypothesis, conduct experiments, and form conclusions like real scientists!

ONLINE 2021 Virtual Nun Run/Walk 5K

May. 15, 2021, 9am
Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt
496 Western Highway, Blauvelt
All Ages
$20

Please join the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York at the 2021 Virtual Nun Run/Walk 5K race. What does it mean for the 2021 Nun Run/Wal...

TAI CHI AT THE SANCTUARY

May. 15, 2021, 1:30-2:45pm
Catherine Violet Hubbard Animals Sanctuary
3 Old Farm Road, Newtown
Tween, Teen, Adult
$25

Make every movement count in this rejuvenating Tai Chi martial art class that can improve balance & coordination, increase blood flow, build strength and relieve stress.

Summer Art Camp Open House - Outdoor Live

May. 15, 2021, 2-5pm
Rockland Center for the Arts
27 South Greenbush Rd., West Nyack
All Ages
FREE

SUMMER ARTS CAMP @ RoCA Outdoor Live Open House – Are you looking for an outdoor arts experience for your child this summer? Does your c...

ONLINE National Council of Negro Women, Inc. NYS Bethune-Height Recognition Program

May. 15, 2021, 12-2pm
National Council of Negro Women, Inc.
,
Adult
$100

Join the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. virtually for the 46th Annual NCNW NYS Bethune-Height Recognition Program to celebrate their me...

ONLINE TADA! Youth Theater's FREE Online Open House

May. 15, 2021, 11am-12pm, Ages 4-5; 12:45-1:45pm, Ages 6-7; 2-3pm, Ages 8-10; 3:15-4:15pm, Middle/High School
TADA! Youth Theater
15 W 28th Street, 2nd and 3rd Floors, New York
FREE

SPRING into TADA! with a FREE Online Open House. Join us on April 10, May 15, or June 5, 2021, for an interactive, fun musical theater sample class...

Architecture at Home: Suspension Bridges

May. 15, 2021, 11-11:45am
Center for Architecture
Online
Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Learn more about architecture and design from the comfort of your own home with this free, live, and online Architecture at Home workshops led by C...

Concerts For Kids: Red Baraat

May. 15, 2021, 11am
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
10 Lincoln Center Plaza, Upper West Side
All Ages
FREE

After a year of digital performances, Concerts For Kids takes the stage for live audiences! Brooklyn’s Red Baraat kicks off the fam...

Drive In Movie: Moana

May. 15, 2021, 8pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Family Day: The Not So Still Life

May. 15, 2021, 11:30am-4pm
Katonaah Museum of Art
134 Jay Street, Katonah
All Ages
$10; $5 students, seniors, and children younger than 12; free for members

Expanding on the theme of the still life, the KMA hosts a multi-disciplinary day of creative activities for the whole family to enjoy. Teaching art...

Family Day: The Not So Still Life

May. 15, 2021, 11:30am-4pm
Katonah Museum of Art
134 Jay Street at Route 22, Katonah
All Ages
$10; $5 children, students, seniors; free for members

Still life art takes a new turn at the Katonah Museum of Art's next Family Day: The Not So Still Life. Move and freeze dance games, Ode to an O...

Michael Hearst: Unconventional Vehicles Release Show

May. 15, 2021, 3pm
Prospect Park Long Meadow
70 West Drive, Park Slope
All Ages
FREE

Barbès presents the release of Unconventional Vehicles and Songs for Unconventional Vehicles by author and musician Michael Hearst. Full Ban...

Spring Benefit 2021

May. 15, 2021, 4-7pm
Brooklyn Conservatory of Music
58 Seventh Ave., Park Slope
All Ages
FREE

This year’s BKCM Spring Benefit will transform the stoops, sidewalks, school lots and gardens of Park Slope into the setting for an outdoor s...

Kids Country Day Camp OPEN HOUSE!

May. 15, 2021, 11am-2pm
Kids Country Day Camp
37 Crystal Brook Hollow Rd, Mount Sinai
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Take a tour, meet the staff, and learn about the over 50 FUN and exciting activities planned for this summer. Please call to reserve a tour time.

Astronomy Day

May. 15, 2021, 10am-2pm
Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport
All Ages
$10; $9 students with ID and seniors 62+; $7 ages 12 and younger

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum will celebrate Astronomy Day where educators will perform free earth science and astronomy demonstrations for ...

Astronomy Day at Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

Rain - Virtual Studio Visit & Read Aloud with Anders Holmer

May. 15, 2021, 11am
Scandinavia House
Online
All Ages
FREE

Join the Scandinavia House for a virtual visit and read aloud with award-winning artist and architect Anders Holmer! In this program, Anders w...

Little Farms Celebration

May. 15, 2021, 10-11am
Stew Leonard's of Norwalk
100 Westport Ave., Norwalk
All Ages
FREE

Stew Leonard’s Little Farm will open for the season and welcome the goats, sheep, and chickens to their new homes! Stew’s Lit...

Little Farms Celebration

May. 15, 2021, 12-1pm
Stew Leonards
1 Stew Leonard Drive, Yonkers
All Ages
FREE

Stew Leonard’s Little Farm will open for the season and welcome the goats, sheep, and chickens to their new homes! Stew’s Lit...

Little Farms Celebration

May. 15, 2021, 10-11am
Stew Leonard's Danbury
3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington
All Ages
FREE

Stew Leonard’s Little Farm will open for the season and welcome the goats, sheep, and chickens to their new homes! Stew’s Lit...

Open House

May. 17, 2021, 1-3pm
Long Island Voyagers Day Camp
Seaman’s Neck Park, Seaford
All Ages
FREE

Meet the Director at Long Island Voyager's Day Camp Open House and receive early bird prices! Swimming, sports, arts & crafts, trips and ac...

Small Stitches: Superhero Gear

May. 17, 2021, 7-8pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Conceal your identity and reveal your inner superhero when you sew up an awesome superhero eye mask and cuffs! For ages 8-12 years. Registration be...

ONLINE COQUI CLUB

May. 18, 2021, 11-11:45am
El Museo del Barrio
1230 Fifth Avenue at 104th Street, New York
Baby, Pre-school & younger
FREE

Hola! El Museo is excited to bring Coquí Club, a bilingual program for the tiniest visitors, into your casita. Coquí Club is...

Living Room Conversations: Protecting & Empowering Children

May. 18, 2021, 7-8pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
FREE

Parents and caregivers are invited to join the library for this guided conversation. Raising children in the modern world is tricky! Join the libra...

Tiny Tunes With Miss Mary!

May. 18, 2021, 10:30-11am
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Baby, Pre-school & younger
FREE

For children ages 12 months-5 years with parent/caregiver. Sing along to classic children's songs and rhymes with this special Zoom program! Re...

Jackson Pollock Interactive Kids Painting

May. 18, 2021, 4-5pm
Mt. Kisco Public Library
100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco
Young elementary, Tween
FREE

EXPRESS YOURSELF! Education Coordinator Joyce Raimondo from Pollock-Krasner is here to help children express themselves through art. Joyce Raimondo...

Farm to City with New York Public Library's Culture Pass Program

May. 18, 2021, 6-7:30pm
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
Online
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
FREE

Join Fabiola C ceres, the educator at DFM, as she guides you on a tour of the Dyckman Farmhouse and connects the past to the present through the fa...

Architecture at Home: Moving Bridges

May. 19, 2021, 4-4:45pm
Center for Architecture
Online
Young elementary, Tween
FREE

Learn more about architecture and design from the comfort of your own home with this free, live, and online Architecture at Home workshops led by C...

Brown Bag Book Group

May. 19, 2021, 1:30-2:30pm
Mt. Kisco Public Library
100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco
Adult
FREE

Martha Iwan, book leader, discusses fictional novel, Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu, 2020 winner of the National Book Award. "One of the fun...

Women & Money

May. 19, 2021, 1-2pm
Mt. Kisco Public Library
100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco
All Ages
FREE

How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets Merrill Lynch Financial Specialists, Julia Strayer, CPWA , CIMA , CRPC and Liz Maccarone, CRPC ,...

ONLINE Bilingual Read Aloud in Spanish & English in collaboration with Don Bosco Early Childhood Bilingual program

May. 20, 2021, All Day
Port Chester-Rye Brook Library
One Haseco Avenue, Port Chester
FREE

Visit the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library's website to listen and participate with a bilingual read aloud with Mrs. Jeannie Oliva-Rivera,...

Paleontology

May. 20, 2021, 4:30pm
Westhampton Free Library
7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach
Young elementary
Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

Learn about dinosaurs with special guest Ms. Judy from the Long Island Science Center in Riverhead. Supply kits can be picked up prior to the virtu...

The Wonderful World of Horseshoe Crabs

May. 20, 2021, 7pm
The Whaling Museum and Education Center
301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor
All Ages
$10 suggested donation

Mothers enjoy free admission this Mother’s Day with the purchase of a regularly-priced child ticket. Bring Mom to the museum to enjoy s...

Owl Prowl

May. 21, 2021, 7-9pm
Science Museum of Long Island
1526 N Plandome Road, Manhasset
All Ages
$20; $15 members

The woods come alive after dark and during this program we seek those silent fliers of the night: owls. Join SMLI for an evening of exploration and...

Memorial Day Wreaths

May. 21, 2021, 5:30pm
Westhampton Free Library
7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach
Tween, Teen
Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

Make a miniature, patriotic wreath to hang on your door for Memorial Day. Supply kits can be picked up prior to the virtual program via the library...

Lego Online Program: Vacation Theme Park

May. 21, 2021, 7-8pm
Patchogue-Medford Library
Online
Young elementary, Tween, Teen
FREE

Design your own dream vacation park! Theme parks are a magical, unforgettable experience - but why? What is it about a theme park that makes it suc...

Creatures of the Night Hike

May. 21, 2021, 7:30-8:30pm
Center for Science Teaching and Learning
1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre
All Ages
$10

It's time for CSTL's famous Night Hike. Take a guided hike with the staff of naturalists. See what lurks in the woods, learn about the crea...

Live-Stream Salon Concert: Pianist Nadejda Vlaeva

May. 21, 2021, 6-7pm
The Parrrish Art Museum
Online
All Ages
$20; $15 members

Enjoy the brilliance and artistry of the Salon musician live-streamed from the Parrish in the comfort of your home. Nadejda Vlaeva's overwhelmi...

IN PERSON NAMIWalks Westchester

May. 22, 2021, 8am-6pm
NAMIWalks
100 Clearbrook Road, Elmsford
All Ages
FREE

The 2021 NAMIWalks Westchester will be a National Day of Hope. The NAMIWalks Westchester website is open! Take the first step and register at www.n...

Advanced Anatomy

May. 22, 2021, 10am-3pm
Center for Science Teaching and Learning
1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre
Tween
$100

The world of zoology is a fascinating place, and we like to explore it both outside and in! This program will give your anatomically curious child ...

ONLINE Where in the World' Family Programs at The Skyscraper Museum

May. 22, 2021, 11am
The Skyscraper Museum
39 Battery Place, New York
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween, All Ages
FREE

Where in the world are supertall skyscrapers located? Through an educator-led tour of our SUPERTALL! 2020 exhibition, kids will compare cities from...

Dance-a-thon to raise awareness to Tourette Syndrome

May. 22, 2021, 3-5pm
NJ Walks for TS
140 Oak Tree Road, Tappan
All Ages
Fundraiser

Smile More Dentistry invites you to participate with them in the NJ Walks for TS. NJ Walks for TS promotes awareness, acceptance, action, and advoc...

Make A Hound Dog With Polymer Clay

May. 22, 2021, 2-3pm, Ages 5-8; 3-4pm, Ages 9-12
The Rye Arts Center
51 Milton Road, Rye
Young elementary, Tween
$25 (members receive discount)

Make an adorable Hound dog and puppy using polymer clay!

ONLINE Art Workshop with Sandy McDermott: New England Animals

May. 22, 2021, 12-1:30pm
Bruce Museum
1 Museum Dr., Greenwich
All Ages
$20; $15 members

The Bruce Museum is hosting a family-friendly Art Workshop with Sandy McDermott: New England Animals via Zoom. Nature illustrator Sandy McDermott l...

Watson Adventures’ Around the World Virtual Scavenger Hunt for Kids

May. 22, 2021, 4-5:30pm
Watson Adventures
Online
Tween, Teen, Adult
$19 per person

Just because your stuck at home doesn't mean your family still can't go around the world! This virtual adventure will send you off to explo...

Dance Parade 2021

May. 22, 2021, 1pm
Dance Parade
Online
All Ages
FREE

The annual Dance Parade will take place online again this year, showing hundreds of dancers and groups in a celebration of all genres of dance, fro...

Drive Up- Petting Zoo

May. 22, 2021, 10:30am-1:30pm
Imagine That!!! Museum
4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park
All Ages
$15 per child

Have a Family Fun Day & enjoy Petting Zoo Animals. You will be directed to the back parking lot where you can park and exit your car to the pet...

13th Annual Sounds of Silence 5k/10k Run/Walk

May. 22, 2021, 8am
Brightwaters
Brightwaters, Brightwaters
All Ages
$15-100

Help support the mission of the Postpartum Resource Center of New York so moms, dads and families in NY get the support they need! Three ways to pa...

Guided Birdwatching

May. 22, 2021, 8-10am
Science Museum of Long Island
1526 N Plandome Road, Manhasset
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
$10; $7 members

The woods come alive after dark and during this program we seek those silent fliers of the night: owls. Join SMLI for an evening of exploration and...

SLOATSBURG'S 9th ANNUAL VILLAGE WIDE GARAGE SALE

May. 22, 2021, 9am-4pm
Sloatsburg Public Library
1 Liberty Rock Road, Sloatsburg
All Ages
FREE

Bargain Hunters Galore are needed to support The Sloatsburg Public Library! The Sloatsburg Public Library is organizing a Village Wide Garage Sale ...

Drive In Movie: The Goonies

May. 22, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Cinderella

May. 22, 2021, 1pm
Ballet Long Island
1863 Pond Rd, Ronkonkoma
All Ages
$18; $9 children and senior citizens

Cinderella Ballet Long Island presents CINDERELLA. This classic fairy tale follows a young woman's journey from servant to princess in a story ...

The Art Happening!

May. 22, 2021, 12-5pm
Pelham Art Center
155 Fifth Ave, Pelham
All Ages
$10; free for children 12 and younger

The Art Happening is all-afternoon outdoor community art festival that brings together community members of all ages to create, witness, celebrate ...

Fresh Air Sundays: Natural Tie Dye with Julia Norton

May. 23, 2021, 2-3pm
Abron Arts Center
466 Grand St., Lower East Side
All Ages
FREE

Don’t be afraid to get messy and create a socially distanced mural honoring spring and native New York wildflowers. Pick a color, grab a...

Fresh Air Sundays: Salsa on 2 with Yvonne Gutierrez

May. 23, 2021, 1-2pm
Abron Arts Center
466 Grand St., Lower East Side
All Ages
FREE

Learn a Sequence of Shines. Learn a routine of shines, no partner required!

Guided Nature Walk Sunday

May. 23, 2021, 10:30am-12pm
Science Museum of Long Island
1526 N Plandome Road, Manhasset
All Ages
$10; $7 members

Discover the flora and fauna of beautiful Leeds Pond Preserve during this guided nature walk! Explore the woodland ecology of the site and learn ab...

Day on the Farm

May. 23, 2021, 12-5pm
Vander Ende - Onderdonk House
1820 Flushing Ave., Ridgewood
All Ages
$10; $5 children

Enjoy an interactive day of crafts, demonstrations, and history focused on 18th and 19th Century life on the farm!

...

Secrets of All-of-a-Kind Family

May. 23, 2021, 11am-12pm
Museum at Eldridge Street
Online
Young elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult
Suggested donation

For seven decades, readers have been captivated by the adventures of Ella, Henny, Sarah, Charlotte and Gertie, the sisters at the heart of the chil...

Drive In Movie: Independence Day

May. 23, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Drive-in Concerts: MYXD Order (Classic Rock and Dance)

May. 23, 2021, 6pm
North Hempstead Beach Park
175 West Shore Road, Port Washington
All Ages
FREE

See Decadia, New York's premier '80s cover band, jam packed with your favorite hits from the '80s but also includes '70s...

Family Workshop: The Library Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak at the Morgan

May. 23, 2021, 2-3:15pm
The Morgan Library & Museum
Online
All Ages
FREE

Discover the works of renowned illustrator and author Maurice Sendak in the Morgan's collection. Rachel Federman, Associate Curator of Modern a...

ONLINE 12th Annual College of Westchester Charitable Foundation Scholar Recognition Event

May. 25, 2021, 5pm
Westchester Charitable Foundation
325 Central Ave, White Plains
Teen, Adult
FREE

Join in celebrating the College of Westchester Charitable Foundation’s (CWCF) Scholarship Fund Annual Scholar Recognition event. This free, p...

Exploring Sesame Street with Silly Willy & Friends

May. 26, 2021, 10:30, Spanish; 11:30am, English
MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE
Online
All Ages
$5 per participant

Join the MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Sesame Street and its beloved characters like Big Bir...

ONLINE The Witches of Oz: One Short Day in New York City

May. 27, 2021, 6pm
Bloomingdale School of Music
323 W. 108th St., Upper West Side
All Ages
FREE

Break out of the Toy Chest and sneak into the Carnival! Bo Peep and Jessie are on a quest to release all the toys and help them find new famil...

Drive In Movie: Harry Potter and the Prisoner Of Azkaban

May. 28, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

IN PERSON Outdoor Adventure with Ranger Eric

May. 29, 2021, 10-11:30am
Sands Point Preserve
127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point
All Ages
$15; $10 members

Biologist and ranger Eric Powers knows the Preserve’s wildlife and landscape like the back of his hand after years of leading marvelous natur...

ONLINE Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Virtual Scavenger Hunt

May. 29, 2021, 4:-5:30pm
Watson Adventures
Online
Teen, Adult
$19 per person

Grab your magic wands for a wizarding adventure that takes you to museums across America in search of art that echoes characters, places, and magic...

Drive In Movie: Jurassic Park

May. 29, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Memorial Day Weekend Air Show Cruise

May. 30, 2021, 12-4pm
Freeport Water Taxi & Tours
211 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport
All Ages
$60 ages 10 and older; $40 ages 5-10; free for children 4 and younger

Enjoy an up close and personal view of the Memorial Day weekend airshow in Freeport, NY.

136th Memorial Day Parade

May. 30, 2021, 2:30pm
Inc. Village of Hempstead
160 Marvin Ave., Hempstead
All Ages
FREE

March and celebrate Memorial Day with the Village of Hempstead!

Minions

May. 30, 2021, 1pm and 4pm
Ridgefield Playhouse
80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield
All Ages
$10-$12

After returning from their honeymoon and showing home movies to their friends, Shrek and Fiona learn that her parents have heard that she has marri...

Drive In Movie: Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens

May. 30, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Poster Kids: Activist Voices

May. 30, 2021, 10am
Poster House
Online
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
FREE

Protests, marches, picketing, parades, and demonstrations - these are big experiences people of all ages are participating in right now. Join the P...

Grand Opening

Jun. 03, 2021, TBA
Harry Potter New York
935 Broadway, Flatiron District
All Ages
FREE

Be there for the grand opening of Harry Potter New York and experience the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts merchandise under one roof.

Rainbow Zen Rocks

Jun. 04, 2021, 5:30pm
Westhampton Free Library
Online
Tween, Teen
Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

Celebrate Pride Month with this colorful rock project. Supply kits can be picked up prior to the virtual program via the library's curbside pic...

Spring yarn Bird

Jun. 04, 2021, 6pm
Westhampton Free Library
7 Library Ave., Westhampton Beach
Tween, Teen
Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

Design a bird using yarn. Supply kits can be picked up prior to the virtual program via the library's curbside pickup service (Registration req...

TEEN SPRING LANDSCAPE PAINTING

Jun. 04, 2021, 5:30-7:30pm
Gold Coast Arts Center
113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck
Teen
$40

Paint a flower field landscape using various techniques.

Drive In Movie: Black Panther

Jun. 04, 2021, 8:30pm
The Gateway
215 South Country Road, Bellport
All Ages
$40 per carload

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial ...

Mother's Day Workshop

May. 06, 2021 - May. 07, 2021 , Thursday, 11am-12pm or Friday, 3:30-4:30pm
Speakitaly NYC
Online
Pre-school & younger, Young elementary, Tween
$25

La mamma e' sempre la mamma .. make something lovely for her and learn a beautiful "filastrocca". Advanced registration required.&nbs...

GREEN MEADOWS FARM MOTHER’S DAY

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 11am-5pm
Aviator Sports and Events Center
Floyd Bennett Field, 3159 Flatbush Ave., Marine Park
All Ages
$12; extra charges apply for animal feed

Treat Mom! Have a wonderful day outside with Mom and enjoy a picnic, play on the farm playground, and pet the animals.

Harbes Mother's Day Festival

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 10am-6pm, daily
Harbes Family Farm
715 Sound Ave., Mattituck
All Ages
Free to visit the farm; $21.95, Barnyard Adventure; Moms are FREE on Mother's Day Weekend.

Celebrate Mother's Day on the farm with live music and free admission for mom.

Mother’s Day Cruises 2021

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 12pm
Event Cruises NYC
299 South Street, New York City
All Ages
from $99

This Mother's Day, skip the long lines at restaurants and cruise around NYC instead!

Farm to Table Brunch for Mom

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 10am, 12pm, or 2pm
Alstede Farm
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
All Ages
$149.99, table of 4; $229.99, table of 6

Treat that special mom in your life to a Farm to Table Mother’s Day Brunch at Alstede Farms. Enjoy tractor drawn wagon rides around the farm ...

ADVENTURE TO NEVERLAND

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 10am and 2pm
92nd Street Y
1395 Lexington Ave., Upper East Side
All Ages
$20

Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbelle, and Captain Hook as you fly away on a joyous journey to Neverland and an unforgettable adventure! Told boldly in dance...

ADVENTURE TO NEVERLAND at 92nd Street Y

Family Art Project: Casting Spells and Starting Seeds

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 10am-1pm
Wave Hill
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx
All Ages
Free with admission: $10; $6 students and seniors 65 and older; $4 children 6 and older; free for members

What magic can you create in the sowing of seeds? Take advantage of the last signs of spring to sow the seeds of carrots, peas, cornflowers and pop...

Family Art Project: Casting Spells and Starting Seeds at Wave Hill

SEASONAL SCAVENGER HUNT

May. 08, 2021 - May. 09, 2021 , 1pm
Tenafly Nature Center
313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
All Ages
$10; free for members

Families will receive a printed set of clues to independently solve nature riddles along Nature Center trails. Each family will need to work as a t...

Sunset Cruise

May. 14, 2021 - May. 15, 2021 , Boarding approx 8pm, Returning approx 12am
Harbor Lights Yacht
SkyPort Marina, 2430 FDR Drive, New York
Adult
Tickets start $30

Finally, NYPartyCruise is back on the water bringing you an exciting Special Event Sunset Cruise to start off the season on Friday, May 14th, 2021....

IN PERSON Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Jan. 16, 2021 - May. 16, 2021 ,
Liberty Science Center
222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Baby, Pre-school & younger, Young elementary
$24.99; $21.99 seniors 62 and older; $19.99 ages 2-12

The beloved television series Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood comes to life at Liberty Science Center this January! Follow along with ...

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