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Weekend Kids Events: August 4-5

Brooklyn children's events in Prospect Heights, Prospect Park, Park Slope and beyond.

 

Saturday, August 4

 

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Special Events

St. Marks Ave FLASH BASH Kids (and grownups) are invited to the St. Marks Ave Block Association for a block party. There will be a "free riding" area for kids and their wheeled conveyances, a kimchee-making demonstration at noon, hot dogs, lemonade, bubbles & chalk, a stoop sale or two, sprinklers via the fire hydrant and bit of music by Nelson Serieux around 4 to close out the day. 11am - 5pm on St. Marks between Carlton and Vanderbilt. Free.  

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 This isn't all that close to Prospect Heights, but the triple-band kiddie concert should be worth the trek. The event features Jeff Newell’s New Trad Trio, Jen Milich from the kids’ rock band AudraRox and and Shine & The Moonbeams. Plus there's a hula-hoop performance and a "found art" project for kids. 126 Front St., noon to 4 p.m. Free. 

Puppetworks' Punch & Judy Punch & Judy introduce three classic tales: The 3 Wishes, The Ugly Duckling and The 3 Little Pigs. Suggested for kids 3+. Reservations suggested at 718-965-3391 or puppetworks@verizon.net. 338 Sixth Ave. at Fourth Street. 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. $8 adults, $7 kids (note, no credit cards accepted). This show is only playing August 4-5 & 25-26.

 Volunteers from the Brooklyn Alumni Chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity read stories for children ages 3 to 8 years once a month. , Youth Wing, noon, Free.  

 

Weekly Events

 Kids ages 0 to 5 years old play with toys and hear stories. Space is limited, so get to the library early and pick up a ticket at the reference desk. , Youth Wing, 10 a.m., Free.  

Greenlight Kids Story Time During July and August, Greenlight is taking a summer hiatus from hosting children's book authors. However, there will still be stories in the kids section every Saturday morning—courtesy of their book-loving, kid-friendly staff! For ages 3 to 8.  Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton St. (at S Portland St), 11 a.m., Free.  

 This free program offers kids fishing instruction and an introduction to aquatic ecology. Children 15 and under will learn about recreational fishing, fishing safety, and fish-friendly techniques, all while casting their lines on a spectacular summer day in the Park. See our  for more information. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Call (718) 287-3400 x303 for details. 1 p.m. or 3 pm. Meet at the Audubon Center, Lincoln Rd & Ocean Ave., Free. 

 Gather around Peter and Willy, the statue of two beloved Keats characters, for storytelling adventures. Meet at the Imagination Playground (Lincoln Road entrace at Ocean Avenue). 2 p.m. Free. 

Crafts at Habana Outpost Creative crafts and workshops that teach kids about environmentalism and community. 757 Fulton St. at S. Portland Avenue, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free.

 The carousel is open Thursdays through Sundays and school holidays, 12 to 6 p.m. $2 per ride; $9 for a book of five tickets. Enter Prospect Park at the Willink entrance, located at Ocean and Flatbush Avenues and Empire Boulevard.

Lefferts House Events Today the historic house is hosting Race Around the Farmyard, where the whole family can participate in potato sack races, stilts and other old-fashioned games (3:30 to 4:30 p.m.) Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park (Use entrance at Empire Boulevard and Flatbush and Ocean Avenues), Kids free, $3 suggested for adults.

  Artist Antonio Masi will demonstrate how he paints, and discuss his unique watercolor technique. Following the 45 minute-long demonstration, children ages 6 and above and their parents are invited to paint a bridge of their own. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 1:30 p.m., Free with museum admission (adults $7, kids 2-17 and seniors $5).

Prospect Park Zoo Events On Saturdays and Sundays, there are events for kids going on all day including sea lion feedings, keeper chats, close-up encounters with individual animals and more. See today's schedule here. , 450 Flatbush Avenue. Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12. 

Brooklyn Children's Museum Events The museum has events for kids all day. See their schedule here. 145 Brooklyn Ave. bet. St. Marks and Prospect. Free with admission of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older.     

 

Sunday, August 5

 

Special Events

Puppetworks' Punch & Judy Punch & Judy introduce three classic tales: The 3 Wishes, The Ugly Duckling and The 3 Little Pigs. Suggested for kids 3+. Reservations suggested at 718-965-3391 or puppetworks@verizon.net. 338 Sixth Ave. at Fourth Street. 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. $8 adults, $7 kids (note, no credit cards accepted). This show is only playing August 4-5 & 25-26.

 

Weekly Events  

Greenlight Baby Story Time Children will listen, play, move, and sing-a-long to live music with ¡Acopladitos! a kid-friendly duo created by members of the Brooklyn indie band Balún. , 686 Fulton St (at S. Portland St), 11 a.m. Free.

 This free program offers kids fishing instruction and an introduction to aquatic ecology. Children 15 and under will learn about recreational fishing, fishing safety, and fish-friendly techniques, all while casting their lines on a spectacular summer day in the Park. See our  for more information. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Call (718) 287-3400 x303 for details. 2 pm. Meet at the Audubon Center, Lincoln Rd & Ocean Ave., Free. 

Lefferts House Events Today the historic house is hosting Race Around the Farmyard, where the whole family can participate in potato sack races, stilts and other old-fashioned games (2:30 to 3:30 p.m.). Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park (Use entrance at Empire Boulevard and Flatbush and Ocean Avenues), Kids free, $3 suggested for adults.

 Storyteller and musician Tammy Hall brings the age-old art of storytelling to Prospect Park. Gather under the big tree at Lefferts Historic House and be engaged and enchanted by stories from around the world. Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park (Use entrance at Empire Boulevard and Flatbush and Ocean Avenues), 2 p.m. Kids free, $3 suggested for adults.

 A drop-in program of reading, activities, games and art inspired by a few of our favorite characters from transportation books. Stop in any time between 11 and 2. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, Free with museum admission (adults $7, kids 2-17 and seniors $5).   

Nature’s Helpers at Prospect Park Audubon Center
Spend time outside enjoying nature while helping to keep the Park clean. Gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.
Lincoln Road/Ocean Avenue entrance. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

Prospect Park Discover Tour Find out how to use binoculars to spot some of the incredible species of birds that call Prospect Park home. Learn the history of the Boathouse and see little-known curiosities about the Park and its animal residents. Meet at The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park). For adults and older kids. 3-4 p.m. Free.

Prospect Park Zoo Events On Saturdays and Sundays, there are events for kids going on all day including sea lion feedings, keeper chats, close-up encounters with individual animals and more. See today's schedule here. , 450 Flatbush Avenue. Free with zoo admission of $8 adults, $5 kids 3-12.

Brooklyn Children's Museum Events The museum has events for kids all day. See their schedule here. 145 Brooklyn Ave. bet. St. Marks and Prospect. Free with admission of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older. 


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