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Where to Go With the Kids: October 3-9

Every week we will give you the lowdown on kids events in Prospect Heights as well a selection from Crown Heights, Park Slope, Fort Greene and Boerum Hill.

Monday, October 3

 Play with toys and hear fun stories. , Youth Wing, 10 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., 0-5 years, Free. 

 Every month the library has a lively discussion about tween books. October's books are "No Passengers Beyond This Point" by Gennifer Choldenko and "Hereville: How Mirka Got Her Sword" by Barry Deutsch.  , Dweck Center, 5-7 p.m., 9-12 years, Free. 

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 Co-hosted by Urban Word, Brooklyn Open is a monthly open mic series run by teens for teens. Teen poets, spoken word artists, emcees, scholars and activists are welcome to share their powerful and important voices. , 5 p.m., 12-18 years, Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

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Tuesday, October 4

 Explore art, science, and culture in a fun and wacky way!  11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free.

 Enjoy intriguing books for babies, learn exciting songs and rhymes, and meet other families in the neighborhood at this fun program. , Youth Wing, 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11 a.m., 18 months and under, Free. 

Teen Gaming Teens are welcome to bring in personal video games or video game consoles to the Teen Reading Room and use the library's television. , 4-5:30 p.m., 13-18 years, Free. 

Storytime Join Charu and her crew of readers as they read from your favorite stories. If your child have a favorite book, bring it along and they'll be happy to read it. Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.

 Bring your youngsters for fun and song as you sing-a-long with Lloyd Miller. Rousing renditions of itsy-bitsy spider are great for the little ones. , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 10 - 10:30 a.m., $5 per family.

Story Hour A weekly story hour for preschoolers with storyteller Tom Stamp. Tom will read from his favorite picture books, play some tunes on his guitar, and lead fingerplays to get everyone singing and playing along. , 315 4th Ave at 3rd St., 10-11 a.m., $5/family.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks.Prospect Park Zoo, 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

Wednesday, October 5

 Investigate the world of science with hands-on activities.  11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission.

Mil's Trills is a series of interactive live shows that engages families with young children (ages 0-4) in original music & stories with the help of the ukulele & musical guests. Led by composer & musician, Amelia Robinson who charms audiences with quirky, whimsical songs and an enchanting voice. Rock Shop, 249 4th Ave (b/w Carroll & President Streets), 3:30-4:30 p.m., Ages 0-4, $15 suggested admission.

 Sing-along with Rollie Pollie Guacamolie. This one (as opposed to Tuesday's), takes place in the garden when weather permits. Call first to make sure it's happening at 718-788-2830.  , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., $5 per family.

 Mark your calendars - Lloyd has a new sing-along! , 755 Dean St (at the corner of Underhill Ave), 10:30 a.m., $5/family.

 Enjoy intriguing books for babies, learn exciting songs and rhymes, and meet other families in the neighborhood at this fun program. , Youth Wing, 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11 a.m., 18 months and under, Free. 

Music Jam Session Get ready to rock - join Brittany with her ukulele, sing a song, and prepare to shake your groove thing! Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

Thursday, October 6

 Experiment with and explore art and culture through song, gallery activities, and art making. Parents and adults can work closely with their children and discover creative ways to interact. Find colors in the Museum’s masterpieces, and mix them in order to create your own artwork. Please note that preregistration is required. , 200 Eastern Parkway, 11 a.m., Ages 2-3, $75 (multiple sessions).

 Travel to faraway places in your imagination as you listen to exciting tales from different parts of the world.  11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission.

Read for the Record People all over the country will be reading the same book, "Llama Llama Red Pajama" by Anna Dewdney, in order to break a world record! The story will be followed with a craft activity. , Youth Wing, 4-5 p.m., 0-5 years, Free. 

Mil's Trills is a series of interactive live shows that engages families with young children (ages 0-4) in original music & stories with the help of the ukulele & musical guests. Led by composer & musician, Amelia Robinson who charms audiences with quirky, whimsical songs and an enchanting voice. 515 DeKalb Ave, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Ages 0-4, $15 suggested admission.

Prospect Park Carousel Prospect Park's legendary Carousel is fun for both kids and adults. Today, it's free! Prospect Park, Children’s Corner (just inside the Willink entrance to the Park, at Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard), 12-5 p.m., all ages, Free on Thursdays.

Kids Sing-Along Join Ivan for this “drum-along” event. , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 10-11 a.m., $5 per family.

French Storytime Come say “Bon Jour” and enjoy French stories and songs. This event is great for children of French families or parents looking to expose their kids to a new language. Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

 

Friday, October 7

Transit Tots This weekly drop-in program entertains the little ones. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 11 a.m., Ages 2-5, Free with museum admission.

Chess for Teens Beginner and advanced players are invited to play together. Central Library, Youth Wing - Teen Reading Room, 4-5 p.m., Teens, Free.

 Visit the Totally Tots Art Studio at Brooklyn Children’s Museum and discover all the activites that are in store for your young Picasso. , 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission.

Blooming Babies Circles are all around. Practice shape recognition and discover why circles are one of a kind. Investigate circles in special objects and decorate a colorful Mandala to take home. , 11:30 a.m., ages 18 mo - 3 1/2 years, Free with admission.

 Toddlers can learn at least nine words a day! Help your child grow by introducing them to stories, songs and rhymes. At toddler time, read great picture books aloud, discover exciting finger plays, and play with other children during this special time dedicated to toddlers. , Youth Wing - Teen Reading Room, 10:30 a.m and 11:30 a.m., 18 mo-3 yrs, Free. 

Prospect Park Carousel Prospect Park's legendary Carousel is fun for both kids and adults. Prospect Park, Children’s Corner (just inside the Willink entrance to the Park, at Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard), 12-5 p.m., all ages, $2/ride ($9/book of 5 tickets). 

Family Movie Night Every week a different family-friendly movie premieres at this family restaurant. The Moxie Spot, 81 Atlantic Avenue (at Hicks St), 6:45 p.m., Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

Saturday, October 8

 Brooklyn Museum is open all night long, free of charge. Family-friendly events include dancing, music, crafts, and film screenings. For a complete list of the evening's events, . , 200 Eastern Parkway, 5-11 p.m., all ages, Free.

Blooming Babies Circles are all around. Practice shape recognition and discover why circles are one of a kind. Investigate circles in special objects and decorate a colorful Mandala to take home. , 11:30 a.m., ages 18 mo - 3 1/2 years, Free with admission.

Latin Layers Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the bright colors and vivid images of Central and South American clothing!  Make a unique mola, a cloth panel by the Kuna people in Panama, to take home. Stick around for Meet & Greet: Creatures of the Sea(noon, all ages) and Live Animal Encounter (4:15 p.m., all ages). , 2:30 p.m., ages 3+, Free with admission ($7.50/ea).

 Play with toys and hear fun stories. , Youth Wing, 10 a.m., 0-5 years, Free.

Design Your Own City Block: A Family Workshop Families will learn how the design of our neighborhoods, streets and buildings can be used to encourage an active, healthy lifestyle. Working as a design team, families will redesign a city block to create a space where activities such as walking, biking, outdoor play and using public transportation are encouraged. , Trustees Room, 11 -1 p.m., all ages, Free.

Princeton Review Class Prep for your SAT exam with friends and peers. Pre-register by calling 800-273-8439. , Youth Wing, 1-3 p.m., all ages, Free.

Chat with zookeepers about Rodrigues Fruit Bats during these special weekend sessions. Learn how zookeepers care for animals. Keep their daily routines lively with toys, foraging games, and habitat enrichment. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., & 3:30 p.m., Free with admission.

Dig It! Did you know that archeological treasures have been discovered during subway tunnel construction? Work together to dig up artifacts from our makeshift excavation site. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 1:30 p.m., ages 4+, Free with museum admission.

Prospect Park Carousel Prospect Park's legendary Carousel is fun for both kids and adults. Prospect Park, Children’s Corner (just inside the Willink entrance to the Park, at Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard), 12-5 p.m., all ages, $2/ride ($9/book of 5 tickets).

 Come hear some stories! , 686 Fulton St (at S Portland St), 11 a.m., ages 3-8, Free.

There are more than 250 species of birds in Prospect Park. See some of them at this weekly event that is engaging for both children and adults. The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park), 12-1:30 p.m., Free.

Arts and Recreation Make cool all-natural and recycled crafts with a new project each week. The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park). 1-3 p.m., all ages, Free.

 Transport yourself back in time - play games and make crafts just like kids did in 19th Century Brooklyn. Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park, 2:30-3:30 p.m., all ages, Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m. & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

Sunday, October 9

 The Museum’s collections will inspire you to imagine and create new worlds while exploring color and other elements of art in this ninety-minute class. , 200 Eastern Parkway, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Ages 4-7, $10.

 Chat with zookeepers about Rodrigues Fruit Bats during these special weekend sessions. Learn how zookeepers care for animals. Keep their daily routines lively with toys, foraging games, and habitat enrichment. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., & 3:30 p.m., Free with admission.

Dig It! Did you know that archeological treasures have been discovered during subway tunnel construction? Work together to dig up artifacts from our makeshift excavation site. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 1:30 p.m., ages 4+, Free with museum admission.

Blooming Babies Circles are all around. Practice shape recognition and discover why circles are one of a kind. Investigate circles in special objects and decorate a colorful Mandala to take home. , 11:30 a.m., ages 18 mo - 3 1/2 years, Free with admission.

Earthworks: Boat Making Ever wonder what it would be like to get stranded on a desert island? How would you get off? Come learn about the art of boatbuilding, and compete to see who can get off the island first. Stick around meet animals at Meet & Greet: Creatures of the Sea (noon, all ages) and Live Animal Encounter (4:15 p.m., all ages). , 1:30 p.m., ages 6+, Free with admission ($7.50/ea).

Prospect Park Carousel Prospect Park's legendary Carousel is fun for both kids and adults. Prospect Park, Children’s Corner (just inside the Willink entrance to the Park, at Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard), 12-5 p.m., all ages, $2/ride ($9/book of 5 tickets).

Arts and Recreation Make cool all-natural and recycled crafts with a new project each week. The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park). 1-3 p.m., all ages, Free.

 Come hear your favorite childrens' authors read their latest books. , 143 7th Ave, 11-1 p.m., Free.

 Transport yourself back in time - play games and make crafts just like kids did in 19th Century Brooklyn. Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park, 2:30-3:30 p.m., all ages, Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and performing magical tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.

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