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Grab and Go Kids Planner: Karate, Movies and More
Here are some fun things to do with the kids this week.
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We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children.
Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.
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You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.
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- Little Dragons Karate
Where/When: Dragon's Den Mixed Martial Arts, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Get your 3 to 6 year olds out learning coordination and team work while having fun.
Cost: Free introductory class
- Alpha and Omega Movie Showing
Where/When: ; Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: Get out of the rain or sun with a fun movie!
Cost: Free
- Suburban Foraging at Cropsey!
Where/When: Cropsey Community Farm New City, Friday, August 19th and Wednesday, August 24th
at 5 p.m.Why Go: Join suburban foragers Paul Tappenden and Adrienne Gomez as they lead you through a wild walk of discovery, identifying and harvesting edible plants – many of which you probably never knew you could eat. At the end of the walk, everyone will be able to participate in the preparation and tasting of a delightful meal created from the day’s wild finds!
Cost/Contact: $20 for adults, $10 for children/ http://cropseyfarm.org/programs-workshops/
- Teen Gaming Competition
Where/When: New City Library, Friday, August 19 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: Compete against other teens in challenges of Rock Band and board games.
Cost/Contact: Free/ www.newcitylibrary.org
- Natural Beauty
Where/When: New City Library/Saturday, August 20 at from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Why Go: Learn how to make facials, herbal baths and body lotions with kitchen and backyard ingredients.
Cost/Contact: Free/ Pre-registration required, call 634-4997 extension 139/ www.newcitylibrary.org
- Kids Night Out (Bardonia)
Where/When: Bounce City, 21 Pralle Lane at Rt. 304, in Bardonia on Friday, August 19 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Why Go: Kids can come and enjoy Bounce City’s many inflatable rides, slides and obstacle courses. For children who prefer to keep their feet on the ground, there will be a pajama party with a showing of a G-rated movie. Pizza included.
Pricing: Call 845-507-0046 for more details. Pre-registration strongly encouraged.
- Friday Movie Day at Blauvelt Library (Blauvelt)
Where/When: Blauvelt Free Library, 541 Western Highway in Blauvelt on Friday, August 19 at 3 p.m.
Why Go?: This week's Friday feature film is "Rio" (Rated G) with a run time of 96 minutes.
Pricing: Free
- Orangetown Batting Cages (Orangeburg)
Where/When: The Orangetown Batting Cages are located at 82 Hunt Road in Orangeburg; Open 7 days a week: Monday through Friday from 3 to 8 p.m.; Weekends: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pricing: $2 a round (12 pitches); Seven rounds for $10; 16 rounds for $20.
- Washington Irving’s Sunnyside: From a Child’s Perspective
Why Go: Scavenger hunt, hands-on activities and period toys help bring the historic Sunnyside home to life for young visitors.
When/Where: Thursday, August 18th. 10:00am-5:00pm. Irvington, NY.
Pricing & Contact: Adults $12, kids 5-17 $6. Price includes house tour w/ costumed guides. 914-631-8200
- Kids Capoeira Trial Class for 3 & 4 year olds
Why Go: This Brazilian martial art disguised as a dance is all the rage in the U.S. and is a perfect way to bring rhythmic exercise to your little one’s gross motor development. Fun and games, balance and coordination—a perfect blend.
When/Where: Thursday, August 18th. 3:30-4:15pm. Nyack, NY.
Pricing & Contact: $5. 845-553-0996
Why Go: Bring the big kids to this very fun musical comedy with a campy twist on the high school musical.
When/Where: Thursday, August 18th. 7 p.m. White Plains, NY.
Pricing & Contact: $12. 914-946-4433