This Week’s Events Picks For Brooklyn Kids
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.
CENTRAL BROOKLYN
First Five Years Kids Create: Handprint Turkeys
When: Wednesday, November 18, 4pm
Where: Clinton Hill Library, 380 Washington Avenue
What: Gobble gobble! Bring kids ages 2-5 into the library to make no-mess, trace-and-cut handprint turkeys…and a few new friends, too.
How Much: Free!
Read! Write! Create! Comic Strip Workshop
When: Thursday, November 19, 4pm
Where: Cortelyou Library, 1305 Cortelyou Road, Ditmas Park
What: Kids ages 7-12 will learn how to create comics that are viewable through 3D glasses!
How Much: Free!
Ezra Jack Keats Bedtime Stories
When: Thursday, November 19, 7pm
Where: Central Library, Youth Wing, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope
What: Enjoy Ezra Jack Keats-themed stories, songs, and activities — plus, each child will go home with one of the author’s books.
How Much: Free!
Family Movies @ The Library: Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
When: Friday, November 20, 3:30pm
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope
What: I think we can all relate to Alexander — and your kids certainly will during this funny film adaptation of the popular picture book.
How Much: Free!
Free Family Art Day
When: Saturday, November 21, 10-11:30pm
Where: Park Slope Library, 431 6th Avenue
What: Join Spellbound Theater as they lead this morning of art exploration, where families will get creative through song, puppetry, and play — plus, you’ll learn some art-based literacy activities to do at home.
How Much: Free!
Story Time: Elephants Make Fine Friends
When: Saturday, November 21, 11am
Where: Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton Street, Fort Greene
What: New York-based author and illustrator Colter Jackson will read her book about a girl and her elephant pal and their struggle to overcome, well, his elephantiness.
How Much: Free!
Art Workshop: Comic Book Illustration
When: Saturday, November 21, 11am
Where: Central Library, Dweck Center, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope
What: A cool chance for kids to learn how to draw comic books from artist Mark Ziemann, a teacher and the creator of the comic strip Motorhead.
How Much: Free!
Family Movie Night: Inside Out
When: Saturday, November 21, 4:30pm
Where: Park Slope Armory Y, 361 15th Street
What: Local families are invited to come together for a good old-fashioned movie night, featuring the recent Pixar film, Inside Out.
How Much: Free!
Story Time: Happy In Our Skin
When: Sunday, November 22, 11:30am
Where: powerHouse on 8th, 1111 8th Avenue, South Slope
What: Author Fran Manushkin will read her book aloud — it tells the story of the fun ties that bind the human family.
How Much: Free!
Preschool Storytime
When: Monday, November 23, 10:30am
Where: Windsor Terrace Library, 160 East 5th Street
What: Kids up to age 5 will enjoy picture books, songs, and socializing with other children in this playful program.
How Much: Free!
SOUTHERN BROOKLYN
Babies & Books
When: Wednesday, November 18, 11am
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: Babies and toddlers ages birth to 18 months and their parents and caregivers will enjoy fun games and activities that encourage early literacy.
How Much: Free!
Book Discussion: President Of The Whole Fifth Grade
When: Thursday, November 19, 5pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue
What: Will Brianna be able to fend off her new rival at school and become fifth Grade President? Check out a copy of this book (available at the information desk) to find out and discuss with new friends. Refreshments will be served.
How Much: Free!
Toddler Time
When: Friday, November 20, 11am
Where: Brighton Beach Library, 16 Brighton First Road
What: Hear some stories and play in a social setting.
How Much: Free!
Winter Fox Painting Class
When: Saturday, November 21, 11am
Where: Pinot’s Palette, 7518 13th Avenue, Dyker Heights
What: Creative kids ages 6 and up will enjoy creating a painting of a cute fox in a snowy winter scene.
How Much: $28 per painter, tickets available in advance.
Game On: Saturday Fun Day With Mo Chevy
When: Saturday, November 21, 12:30-3pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue
What: Kids can spend some time in the library playing Wii games, watching movies, and eating snacks.
How Much: Free!
Babies & Books For Ages 0 To 18 Months
When: Monday, November 23, 11am
Where: New Utrecht Library, 1743 86th Street, Bensonhurst
What: Parents and guardians will help get their little ones excited about reading at an early age in this fun, interactive program.
How Much: Free!
Little Hands Craft
When: Tuesday, November 24, 11:45am
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: Fun crafting time for kids ages 2 and up — who will also learn a thing or two while they create their masterpieces!
How Much: Free!
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