Kid Friendly Events In Park Slope This Week
Looking for something fun to do with the whole family this week? From stories and crafts to Independence Day activities to learning about the aquatic ecosystem of Prospect Park, 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.
Babies & Books
When: Wednesday, July 1, 10am
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Kids ages birth to 18 months and their guardians can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes.
How much: Free, but you must pick up a ticket the morning of the program at the Children’s reference desk.
Wild Card Wednesdays
When: Wednesday, July 1, 2:30pm
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Join for a fun summer reading activity! For ages 6-12.
How much: Free!
Our Garden Club
When: Wednesday, July 1, 4:30pm
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Kids with and without disabilities can plant seeds, read stories, sing, and take home flowers.
How much: Free!
Fledglings: Early Childhood Program
When: Thursday, June 25, 9:30am
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Join the Prospect Park Alliance for a new early childhood program for parents and care-givers with children 18-36 months in age. Children will develop self-reliance, creativity, and problem-solving skills through outdoor play-based activities.
How much: Free, but advanced registration is required.
Nature Exploration
When: Thursdays & Fridays, 12-4pm
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Families can enjoy a variety of activities, from games for bird nerds to Citizen Science projects to a chance to meet a resident snake.
How much: Free!
Story Time Friday
When: Friday, July 3, 10am
Where: Whole Foods, Rooftop Cafe, 214 3rd Street
What: Stop by the 2nd Floor Cafe for a story, fun treats and laughs included. Recommended for children ages 3-6.
How much: Free!
Independence Day Activities
When: Saturday, July 4, 12-5pm
Where: Lefferts Historic House, Audubon Center, Carousel, Prospect Park
What: Join the Prospect Park Alliance on Independence Day for family-friendly activities at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, Lefferts Historic House and the Carousel. Learn about the bald eagle, the Declaration of Independence, or take the first rides of the year on the Carousel.
How much: $3 suggested donation, $2 per Carousel ride.
Nature Exploration
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 10am-1pm
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: Much like on the weekdays, families can enjoy a variety of activities, including bird watching, nature-based projects, and more.
How much: Free!
Pop-Up Audubon: Macy’s Fishing Clinics
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 12-6pm
Where: Peninsula, Prospect Park
What: This month, from 1-4pm kids under the age of 15 can learn to fish. From 4:30-6pm, learn how to use binoculars and go bird watching.
How much: Free!
Pop-Up Audubon II: Fishing Fun
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 12-6pm
Where: North End of Esplanade, Prospect Park
What: This month, from 1-4pm kids under the age of 15 can learn to fish. From 4:30-6pm, learn how to use binoculars and go bird watching.
How much: Free!
Get Pop Cultured: Magic Tree House – Dinosaurs Before Dark
When: Saturday, July 4, 10am
Where: Barnes & Noble, 267 7th Avenue
What: Welcome, young dinosaur hunters! At this dig site, fun will never go extinct with activities, giveaways and a special offer.
How much: Free!
Ezra Jack Keats Story Hour
When: Saturday, July 4, 2pm
Where: Imagination Playground, Prospect Park
What: Gather around Peter and Willy, the statue of two beloved Keats characters, for storytelling adventures brought to life by Tammy Hall. Sponsored by the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation.
How much: Free!
Fun On The Farm
When: Sunday, July 5, 2-5pm
Where: Lefferts Historic House, Prospect Park
What: Visitors of all ages can come help the Lefferts staff take care of the potato plot, herb gardens, and berry patches by pulling weeds and helping to water. Bring a hat and a bottle of water and we will provide the tools and gloves.
How much: $3 suggested donation.
Preschool Story & Craft
When: Monday, July 6, 2:30m
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Come listen to a story and do a craft activity.
How much: Free!
Toddler Story & Play
When: Tuesday, July 7, 10:15am
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Come hear stories, sing songs, play with toys and meet new friends! For Toddlers (aged 18-36 months) and their caregivers.
How much: Free!
Build With LEGO
When: Tuesday, July 7, 2:30m
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Have fun and build with LEGOs.
How much: Free!
