Playtime In Park Slope: Upcoming Children’s Events
Looking for something fun to do with the whole family this week? From a chance to ice skate with Martha the dog to storytimes and birdwatching, there are a lot of great kid-friendly events coming up in our area:
Rock With Adam
When: Wednesday, January 7, 10:30am
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue
What: Are you ready to rock? Neighborhood kids are definitely in for a treat as guitarist Adam Blotner plays some of his favorite tunes.
How much: Free, but tickets are required for entry (one per family), so be sure to arrive early to score yours.
Storytime
When: Friday, December 19, 10am
Where: Postmark Cafe, 326 6th Avenue
What: A weekly storytime has returned to Postmark! Stop by every Friday for some free fun.
How much: Free, but there’s only space for 20 kids, so arrive early to ensure your spot.
Book Adventures: I Have A Dream Story & Craft Program
When: Friday, January 9, 3pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue
What: Kids in grades K-6 can explore crafts dedicated to celebrating Martin Luther King’s vision of brotherhood and peace.
How much: Free!
Story Play
When: Saturday, January 10, 10am
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza
What: Children from birth to age five and their caregivers are invited to hear a story and play with toys.
How much: Free!
Family Birdwatching
When: Saturday, January 10, 10am
Where: Audubon Center, Prospect Park
What: The birds are still around despite a little cold, and you can learn more about them — and burn off a little snowed-in energy — on this fun tour the whole family will enjoy.
How much: Free!
Please Mr. Panda Storytime
When: Saturday, January 10, 11am
Where: Barnes & Noble, 267 7th Avenue
What: Join in on this storytime, which includes activities, featuring Please, Mr. Panda, a fun picture book about manners.
How much: Free!
Figure 8 Play Date With Martha Speaks
When: Sunday, January 11, 2-4pm
Where: Lakeside, Prospect Park
What: This series from WNET Kids Club THIRTEEN lets families join PBS characters — this week, from Martha Speaks — for some loops around the skating rink, as well as character-themed activities and arts and crafts.
How much: Skating admission is $8, skate rentals are $6.