Things To Do With The Kids, Through November 17: Children’s Book Fair, Veteran’s Day Activities, And Rolie Polie Guacamole
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.
REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
When: Wednesday, November 11, 12-5pm
Where: Various locations in Prospect Park
What: The park is ready for those kids who are off from school! Show off your bird nerd status, meet some creatures, explore nature and more at the Audubon Center; take a ride on the beautiful carousel; compete in a potato sack race; and more.
How Much: Most activities are free, though the carousel requires tickets, and the event at the Lefferts Historic House has a $3 suggested donation.
Story Crafts
When: Thursday, November 12, 3:30pm
Where: Pacific Library, 25 4th Avenue, Park Slope
What: Kids are invited to listen to a story, and then make a craft.
Kids Create
When: Thursday, November 12, 4pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road, Ditmas Park
What: An arts and crafts program for children between the ages of 6 and 12.
First Five Years Story And Play
When: Friday, November 13, 12pm
Where: Kensington Library, 4207 18th Avenue
What: Kids from birth to age five (and their caregivers) will hear stories and play with toys.
How Much: Free, but space is limited — pick up a ticket at the Children’s Reference Desk between 11:30am and 12pm , or call 718-436-0545 for more information.
Story Time: Robo-Sauce
When: Saturday, November 14, 11am
Where: Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton Street, Fort Greene
What: Local author Adam Rubin reads his new book, Robo-Sauce, a book that transforms into a super-shiny metal robo-book!
9th Annual Children’s Book Fair
When: Saturday, November 14, 12-4pm
Where: Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway
What: Kids (and grown-ups!) can meet some awesome Brooklyn authors and illustrators and enjoy hands-on art activities.
Parallel Exit: Wham, Slam And Bam!
When: Saturday, November 14, 1pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope
What: An audience of all ages should expect quite a show — including music, magic, juggling, and comedy — when physical comedians Parallel Exit hit the stage.
Jon Samson Family Concert
When: Saturday, November 14, 3pm
Where: Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, 58 7th Avenue, Park Slope
What: Jon Samson, an award-winning musician who’s also a music therapist, will perform tunes from his latest, called “A New Kids Album.”
How Much: Tickets are $5-$20, and can be purchased here.
Story Time: Little Elliot, Big Family
When: Sunday, November 15, 11:30am
Where: powerHouse on 8th, 1111 8th Avenue, South Slope
What: Hear the second book in a series about a polka-dotted elephant as read by its Brooklyn-based author and illustrator, Mike Curato.
Folk Music Sing-Along With Katy Stone
When: Monday, November 16, 11am
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue
What: Children up to age 5 will enjoy Katy’s sin-along, which features musical accompaniment.
Open Play Space
When: Monday, November 16, 4pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library, 380 Washington Avenue
What: A good time for your wee ones to play with toys and meet some new little buddies.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Kids Concert Series: Rolie Polie Guacamole
When: Wednesday, November 11 at 3:30pm
Where: DSK Brooklyn at 710 Fulton Street
What: Music for the whole family!
How much: Free
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Sing With Me
When: Every Thursday from 11am-12:30pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center at 177 Myrtle Avenue
What: Sing, dance, laugh, and make music with your little one. Ages four months to four years.
Stutengarten Brooklyn
When: Thursday, November 12 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, November 12 at 3:30pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Kids and teens can earn FREE books by borrowing and returning books with their library card.
DIY: Clay Crafts
When: Thursday, November 12 at 4pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Sculpt your own animals, monsters, charms, imaginary creatures, aliens, pendants, and more with Sculpey clay! You make it, we’ll bake it, and you can take your creation home with you!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Toddler Time
When: Friday, November 13 at 10:15am
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Stories, songs, fingerplays, puppets, and fun for toddlers and caregivers!
Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
When: Friday, November 13 at 11am
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. In this special six session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science, & math through music, stories, and more.
Babies and Books
When: Friday, November 13 at 11:15am
Where: Clinton Hill LIbrary at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Storytime is for babies, too! Come sing, play, hear stories, and meet with other parents and caregivers.
Free Movie: “Diary of a Wimpy Kids: Rodrick Rules”
When: Friday, November 13 at 3:30pm
Where: Walt Whitman Library at 93 Saint Edwards Street
What: Free movie for the whole family.
Build with LEGOS and DUPLOS
When: Friday, November 13 at 4pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: Come help us think up new things to build – towers, house, cities, vehicles, monsters? Collaborate with your friends and get creative. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will also have their own play area at the library with DUPLO blocks galore!
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Preschool Storytime
When: Monday, November 16 at 10:30am
Where: Clinton Hill Library at 380 Washington Avenue
What: A read-aloud for preschool-aged kids. Groups and classes are welcome to attend (please contact the children’s librarian, Emily Heath, at 718-398-8713 to let us know ahead of time that you will be bringing a group, if possible.
Homework Help
When: Monday, November 16 at 3pm
Where: Bedford Library at 496 Franklin Avenue
What: Get homework help for children in grades k-8.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
Story Play First RIF
When: Tuesday, November 17 at 11am
Where: Walt Whitman Library at 93 Saint Edwards Street
What: Hear stories, sing songs and play with other children. Ages 0-5
Read To Me
When: Tuesday, November 17 at 3:30pm
Where: Walt Whitman Library at 93 Saint Edwards Street
What: Kids ages 8-12 practice reading aloud. Vocabulary, comprehension, pronunciation and annunciation are emphasized.