Playtime In Ditmas Park: Upcoming Children’s Events

Looking for something to do with the whole family this week? From sing-alongs at Lark Cafe to exploring 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.

Sing-Along With Debbie Deane
When: Wednesday, June 10, 11am
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Belt out some family favorites with local mom and recording artist Debbie Deane.
How much: $5 per family

Cortelyou Friends Storytime
When: Thursday, June 11, 10:30-11:30am
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road
What: Bring your little ones, through the age of five, to hear some lively storytelling from the always fantastic Cortelyou Library Friends.
How much: Free!

Jam With The Dad Beats
When: Thursday, June 11, 11am
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Made up of three real-live Brooklyn dads (and neighbors), The Dad Beats traverse surf, rock and country grooves to deliver playful reimaginings of your childhood favorites.
How much: $10 per family

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!

Lola Star’s Dreamland Roller Disco
When: Friday, June 12, 7:30-10pm
Where: LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Prospect Park
What: Get ready to introduce the kids to Queen for this “We Are the Champions” party, which will include dazzling performers, kitschy contests, giveaways, and, of course, a whole lot of music and roller skating!
How much: $18 per person, which includes event admission and skate rentals

Lavender Blues Sing-Along
When: Saturday, June 13, 9:30 & 10:30
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Bring your babies and toddlers to the Lavender Blues sing-along, when the kids will have a blast singing, playing instruments, dancing, and playing with a ginormous parachute!
How much: $8 per family

Flax to Linen
When: Saturday, June 13, 2-4pm
Where: Prospect Park’s Lefferts Historic House
What: Join the Prospect Park Alliance to check on the flax crop planted in the spring and try out tools used to process flax fibers into linen cloth. Touch different pieces of linen cloth to compare the weaves and sew a small linen pouch to take home.
How much: $3 suggested donation.

Pop-Up Audubon
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 11am-4pm
Where: Eastwood, Prospect Park
What: This month, through hikes, birding tours, and more, families will get to know a thing or two about the wonderful warblers that visit the park at this time of year.
How much: Free!

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!

Kids Yoga With Yoga Jen
When: Sunday, June 14, 10am
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Come dance, play and move into animal poses during this 35-minute class with your little one. Space is limited, and it’s first-come, first-served. Contact instructor Jen Pinna at gamm57@aol.com for more information.
How much: $15 per family; $1 more if you want to rent a mat

Toddler Tuesdays
When: Tuesday, June 16, 9:30am
Where: LeFrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park
What: Enjoy some toddler-only dedicated skate time on the rink, as kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers will skate to instructor-led games, music, play-based activities — plus there are snacks and beverages.
How much: $15 for one child and accompanying adult; adult skate rentals are $5 (kid skate and helmet rentals are included). Tickets available in advance.

Sing-Along With Miss Katie
When: Tuesday, June 16, 11am
Where: Lark Cafe, 1007 Church Avenue
What: Singing a mix of classic kid favorites and rare folk gems, Miss Katie is known for bringing the sing-along fun to Brooklyn families! As one parent put it, “Miss Katie knows how to connect with caregivers, parents and children to bring out the rhythm in all of us.”
How much: $10 per family