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Where to Go With the Kids: Dec. 5 - Dec. 11

The weekly lowdown on kids events in Prospect Heights as well a selection from Prospect Park, Park Slope, Fort Greene, Boerum Hill and Crown Heights.

Monday, December 5

 This weekly event allows kids ages 0 to 5 hear stories and play with toys. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10-10:35 a.m. Free.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

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Tween Book Club A lively discussion for ages 9-12. The books for December are "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu and "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" by Wendy Mass. Call 718-230-2117 for more information. , Youth Wing, 4-5 p.m., 8-12 years, Free.


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Tuesday, December 6

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

 Stories and songs. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10, 10:30 or 11 a.m. 0-18 months. Free.

 This weekly event features stories, songs and sign language. , 755 Dean St (at the corner of Underhill Ave), 10:30 a.m., $5/family.

Audra Rox This "hip" and "rockin" music class (according to the website) is offered on a drop-in basis during December. A.R.T NY/ South Oxford Space 
138 South Oxford bet. Atlantic & Fulton. 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. 0-5, $25, cash only, pre-registration here suggested.

Storytime with Charu 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 include it. , 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.

 Join the beloved Lloyed Miller, of Deedle Deedle Dees fame, , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 10 - 10:30 a.m., $5 per family.

 This weekly event allows toddlers 18 to 36 months to enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 10:30 a.m. Free.  

Story Play Kids get the chance to play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.  Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free.  

 

Wednesday, December 7

 Stories and songs. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10, 10:30 and 11 a.m. 0-18 months. Free.

Audra Rox This "hip" and "rockin" music class (according to the website) is offered on a drop-in basis during December. A.R.T NY/ South Oxford Space 
138 South Oxford bet. Atlantic & Fulton. 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. 0-5, $25, cash only, pre-registration here suggested.

 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 of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older.

 This weekly drop-off class is open to kids with a desire to discover acrobatics without the full commitment of an entire session, or to practice skills they've already learned. Open to beginners, newcomers, and enrolled students ages 5-12. , 524 Bergen St. bet. Carlton and Sixth, 5-6 p.m. free.

 Led by Amelia Robinson, this music class engages kids with original music, stories and the help of a ukulele and musical guest the flugel horn. The Rock Shop, 249 4th Ave (bet. Carroll and President)  3:30-4:30 p.m., $15 suggested donation.

 Rollie Pollie Guacamolie rocks with kids of all ages. , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., $5 per family.

 This class, for parents/caregivers and their babies includes stretching, strengthening and the learning of rhythm and movement patterns. , 348 Saint Marks Ave, 4 p.m., $15.

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 sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

 

Thursday, December 8

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

 Lloyd of the Deedle Deedle Dees leads a 45 minute sing-along. , 755 Dean St (at the corner of Underhill Ave), 10:30 a.m., $5/family.

Jewish Sing-Along with Kveller Kveller.com has started this new weekly sing-along, led by Ora and Yoshie Fruchter, a Brooklyn-based guitar-playing and puppet-acting duo. Two Boots Brooklyn, 514 2nd Street between 7th and 8th Avenue, 10-10:45 a.m., Free.

French Storytime French stories and songs. 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.

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

 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.


Friday, December 9

Toddler Time This weekly event allows toddlers 18 to 36 months to enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10:30-11 a.m. 18-36 months. Free.

 Led by Amelia Robinson, this music class engages kids with original music, stories and the help of a ukulele and musical guests. Brooklyn Lyceum, 227 4th Ave. at President St., 10:30-11:30 a.m., $15 suggested donation.

Audra Rox This "hip" and "rockin" music class (according to the website) is offered on a drop-in basis during December. Gumbo, 493 Atlantic Ave. bet. Nevins and 3rd Av.,e 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. 0-5, $25, cash only, pre-registration here suggested.

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.

Blooming Babies: Season of Snow Discover the wonders of the winter season and create a frosty winter snow globe to take home.  11:30 a.m. ages 18 mos to 2 1/2 years. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

Art Works Art projects for kids 5 and under.  2:30 p.m.

Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

 Beginner and advanced players are invited to play together in this weekly event. , Youth Wing, Teen Reading Room, 4-5 p.m., Free. 

Teen Time Books, games and music for teens. Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 3:30-5 p.m. Free.

Preschool StorytimeEnjoy books, games and music. Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 10 a.m. Free

Arts and Crafts: Craft projects for kids. Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 4 p.m. Free


Saturday, December 10

Kids Story Time Children's book authors read their own works. Get the schedule here. , 686 Fulton St (at S Portland St), 11 a.m., ages 3-8, Free.

Story Play Kids get the chance to play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10-11 a.m. 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 older 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.

 Make 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.

Prospect Park Lefferts House Events Today this historic house has Second Floor Tours (1-4:30 on the half hour) and Handiwork: Tasks and Crafts from the Past (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park (Use entrance at Flatbush and Ocean Avenues),  Free.

 Watch as baboons, meerkats, otters, and other critters tear into treat-filled bags and boxes. 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11 a.m., free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

Live Animal Encounter Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.  4:15 p.m. For all ages. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

Blooming Babies: Season of Snow Discover the wonders of the winter season and create a frosty winter snow globe to take home.  11:30 a.m. ages 18 mos to 2 1/2 years. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Tigger, Piglet and the rest of the pals in the hundred acre wood come to discover the magic of winter and the best gift of all, friendship, in this charming musical!  , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 1 p.m. Free.

 

Sunday, December 11

 Watch as baboons, meerkats, otters, and other critters tear into treat-filled bags and boxes. 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11 a.m., free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

 The Museum’s collections will inspire kids 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 plus museum admission of $12 adults, $8 seniors and students, children under 12, free.

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

Prospect Park Lefferts House Events Today this historic house has Second Floor Tours (1-4:30 on the half hour) and Handiwork: Tasks and Crafts from the Past (2:30-3:30 p.m.). Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park (Use entrance at Flatbush and Ocean Avenues),  Free.

Live Animal Encounter Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.  4:15 p.m. For all ages. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

 Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.  noon, all ages. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

Blooming Babies: Season of Snow Discover the wonders of the winter season and create a frosty winter snow globe to take home.  11:30 a.m. ages 18 mos to 2 1/2 years. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 

Wonder Why Workshop: Critter Comebacks Kids learn about some forms of wildlife that are starting to stage comebacks in New York and how to protect them.  1:30 p.m. ages 3+. Free with admission of $7.50 per person 12 months and over. 


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