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Things For Kids To Do In Southern Brooklyn: New Year’s Party, Storytelling, Sewing Lessons

Things For Kids To Do In Southern Brooklyn: New Year’s Party, Storytelling, Sewing Lessons
(Photo: Friends of the Sheepshead Bay Library / Facebook)
(Photo: Friends of the Sheepshead Bay Library / Facebook)

Looking for something to do with the whole family this week? There are a lot of great kid-friendly events coming up in Brooklyn, and we’ve selected some of our favorites. See the full details below!

For more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming event, check out our calendar.

Story Play
When: Wednesday, January 6, 11:15am – 12pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road (Near Argyle Road)
What: Get your little one interested in storytelling early. They will be introduced to books, songs, rhymes, and playtime.
How much: Free
More info: 718-693-7763

New Years Celebration
When: Wednesday, January 6, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Ave. (Near Kings Highway)
What: Herald in the new year at this party for kids. There will be Arts & crafts, music, dancing, and more.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037

Board Games
When: Wednesday, January 6, 4 – 5pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Library, 2808 Gerritsen Avenue (Near Bartlett Place)
What: Kids and teens are invited to challenge each other to board games. Make new friends!
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1435

Chess Workshop
When: Thursday, January 7, 4 – 5pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue (near Avenue W)
What: Never to early to learn chess. Kids can learn the strategy and rules of the game with an experienced teacher.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709

Creative Writing
When: Friday, January 8, 2:45 – 3:45pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road (Near Argyle Road)
What: Kids will get to write their own stories and then share their work in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. For ages 7 to 11.
How much: Free
More info: 718-693-7763

Sewing Lessons
When: Friday, January 8, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street (Near Avenue Z)
What: Want to make your own costumes or create decorative art? Learn how to sew!
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1815

For family-friendly news, events, information, and more from around Brooklyn, check out our sister site, City Kid Corner.