Fun Things To Do With The Kids From June 9-16: Singalongs, Superheroes, Clothespin Dolls, Skating, And More
Looking for something to do with the whole family this week? From a chance to roller skate with your toddler, to frolicking with butterflies and making crafts, there are a lot of great kid-friendly events coming up in our area. See the full details below!
For more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming event, check out our calendar.
TUESDAY, JUNE 9
When: Tuesday, June 9 from 2:30-5pm
Where: Die Stammkneipe/ Der Schwarze Kölner at 710 Fulton Street
What: Tuesdays & Thursdays 230-5p. Playgroup! Parents and/or caregivers can bring their babies (infants and toddlers) for play and socializing.
How much: $10 includes food and drink
Parent’s Corner
When: Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: A space for parents of children ages 0-5 to give and receive support, share strategies, and get ideas. Food and childcare provided.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10
Free Drop-In Dental Health Workshop
When: Wednesday, June 10 from 10:30am-12:30pm
Where: Brooklyn Heights Library at 280 Cadman Plaza West (at TIllary Street)
What: Families with young children ages 0-5 years old are invited. Hosted by New York University College of Dentistry. Participants will receive free dental screenings. Learn how to take care of your teeth and receive dental giveaways!
Teen Tech Time
When: Wednesday, June 10 from 4-6pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Play on the Wii with neighbors.
DIY: Knitting
When: Wednesday, June 10 from 5-6pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: All ages are welcome. Please bring your own needles and yarn.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
Morning Movies
When: Thursdays from 11am-1pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Enjoy popcorn, air conditioning, and a family friendly flick! Ages 2+.
Stutengarten Brooklyn
When: Thursday, June 11 from 2:30-5pm
Where: Die Stammkneipe/ Der Schwarze Kölner at 710 Fulton Street
What: Tuesdays & Thursdays playgroup! Parents and/or caregivers can bring their babies (infants and toddlers) for play and socializing.
How much: $10 includes food and drink
Reading is Fundamental
When: Thursday, June 11 from 3:30-4:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Kids and teens can earn FREE books by borrowing and returning books with their library card.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
Toddler Time
When: Friday, June 12 from 10-11am
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Come hear stories, sing songs, play with toys, and meet new friends! For toddlers (aged 18-36 months) and their care-givers.
Babies and Books
When: Friday, June 12 from 11:15am-12:15pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Come hear stories, sing songs, play with toys, and meet new friends! For babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers.
Teen Tech Time: Wii
When: Friday, June 12 at 3:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Have fun playing video games with your friends.
Story-Box Village: A Two-Part Workshop for 7-12 Year Olds
When: Friday, June 12 from 3:30-5pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Children will transform reused boxes into their own secret worlds, inspired by a book, using recycled materials.
LGBTQ Teen Night: “Our Normative”
When: Friday, June 12 from 5-7pm
Where: Brooklyn Museum at 200 Eastern Parkway
What: Planned by LGBTQ teens for LGBTQ teens and their allies, this free evening features live music and dance performances, community partners, art-making, workshops, and refreshments. June’s Teen Night explores the exhibition Zanele Muholi: Isibonelo/Evidence and artwork throughout the Museum.
Lola Star’s Dreamland Roller Disco
When: Friday, June 12 form 7:30-10pm
Where: LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Prospect Park at 171 East Drive
What: All things Freddie Mercury and Queen at this weekly roller disco party. A different theme every week!.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
Story-Box Village: A Two-Part Workshop for 7-12 Year Olds
When: Saturday, June 13 from 10:30am-12:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Children will transform reused boxes into their own secret worlds, inspired by a book, using recycled materials.
Storytime: Kid Superheroes to the Rescue
When: Saturday, June 13 at 11am
Where: Greenlight Bookstore at 686 Fulton Street
What: Do you have a secret identity? Are you committed to the fight for justice against nefarious evildoers? Then join the Greenlight staff for a celebration of books featuring superheroes who are kid-sized! Learn useful tips from Ten Rules for Being a Superhero, and sympathize with The Day I Lost my Superpowers. Follow the space adventures of Interstellar Cinderella, and revealThe Astonishing Secret of Awesome Man. Kids are invited to come in a superhero costume, and join a craft activity to create their own ultimate superhero mask. Ages 3 to 8.
Habana Outpost Kids Corner
When: Saturday, June 13 from 11am-3pm
Where: Habana Outpost at 757 Fulton Street
What: Make clothespin dolls! The Kid’s Corner is a weekend program that offers free, creative workshops and crafts that teach environmentalism, wellness and community to neighborhood kids.
Gallery/Studio Program exhibit reception
When: Saturday, June 13 from 3-5pm
Where: Brooklyn Museum at 200 Eastern Parkway
What: An exhibition of artwork by students ages six through adult from the spring 2015 Gallery/Studio Program art classes. Join us in the Education Gallery for the opening reception. Parents, friends, relatives, and the general public are all welcome. Light refreshments will be served
SUNDAY, JUNE 14
Habana Outpost Kids Corner
When: Sunday, June 14 from 11am-3pm
Where: Habana Outpost at 757 Fulton Street
What: Make clothespin dolls! The Kid’s Corner is a weekend program that offers free, creative workshops and crafts that teach environmentalism, wellness and community to neighborhood kids.
Gallery Tour: “The Brooklyn Museum Building and History”
When: Sunday, June 14 at 2pm
Where: Brooklyn Museum, 1st floor lobby, at 200 Eastern Parkway
What: Join a Museum Guide for a free tour of the Museum’s Beaux-Arts architecture and its history.
MONDAY, JUNE 15
Play With Me In The Park!
WHen: Mondays from 11am-12:30pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Classic playgroup adapted for Fort Greene Park: exploration and activities to enjoy outdoors. Ages 4 months to 4 years.
Homework Help
When: Monday, June 15 from 3-5pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: If you are in Grades 1-8 we can help you with your homework!
Explore and Create: Sewing For Kids
When: Monday, June 15 from 3:30-4:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Learn basic sewing techniques.
TUESDAY, JUNE 16
Toddler Tuesdays at Lakeside
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 9:30am-12pm
Where: LeFrak Center Lakeside in Prospect Park at 171 East Drive
What: Start your Tuesdays with an action-packed morning of toddler-only dedicated skate time on the rink, instructor-led games, music, play-based activities, snacks, and beverages. The Toddler Tuesday program is designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Accompanying caregivers are required to participate in all activities with their toddlers and must be prepared to assist/monitor the toddler accordingly. For more information call (718) 462-0010 or email groups@lakesidebrooklyn.com.
How much: $15 per child; two children per caregiver
Music for Aardvarks with AudraRox
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 9:30-11:15am
Where: A.R.T. NY/South Oxford Space at 138 South Oxford Place
What: Tuesdays 930a & 1030a mixed ages until June 16th. Come join in the fun at Music for Aardvarks classes – a musical experience for families with children ages 3 months to 5 years. We will explore music through song & gesture, dance & movement, rhythm training, and instrument play; using original music that celebrates the lives of children growing up in an urban environment. Written by David Weinstone, songs like Taxi, City Kid, and Subway provide children with a positive image of their world and help them relate to their surroundings.
How much: $30 per family
Baby Breakfast
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 10am-12pm
Where: Habana Outpost at 757 Fulton Street
What: The courtyard is transformed into an into a toddler wonderland complete with toys, a water table and supervised art projects geared towards children 4 and under. Come meet your neighbors and watch your kids make new friends. Presented in conjunction with My Brooklyn Baby.
How much: Free, rain or shine
Toddler Time
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 10:15-11:15am
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Hear stories, sing songs, play with toys and meet new friends! For Babies (18-36 months) and their caregivers.
How much: Free
Sing With Me!
When: Tuesdays from 11am-12:30pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Sing, dance, laugh and make music with your little ones (aged 4 months to 4 years).
Babies and Books
When: Tuesday, June 16 from 11:30-12:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Come hear stories, sing songs, play with toys and meet new friends! For Babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers. Playing with your baby is more than fun, it’s one of the most important ways you can encourage early literacy and language.
This post is sponsored by the LeFrak Center at Lakeside. For more information about children’s events, check out their website.