Staten Island Events :
Tues, May 1
Charlotte’s Web. A pig named Wilbur & his friendship with Charlotte, a little spider. At CSI, Center for the Arts. Enrichment Through the Arts, 718 982-5678
Smart Beginnings Seminar: Your Baby-The ABC’s of Daily Care. How to bathe & care for your baby’s skin. Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Todt Hill Tots. Ages 2 w/caregiver. Prereg. Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library, 718 494-1642
~ ~ Every Tuesday ~ ~
Advisory Group. Chess, checkers & more. For Teens.
St. George Library, 718 442-8560
Crafty Kids. Let your imagination go wild & create a masterpiece. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Picture Book Time. All ages. Stapleton Library, 718 727-0427
Picture Book Time. All ages. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Make and Take. Free kids craft project to make & take home. A.C. Moore, 1801 South Ave, 718 370-0691
Terrific Tuesday Programs. Different program every Tuesday except 5/31. Ages 6+. Prereg 1 week prior. Richmond-town Library, 718 668-0413
Tots Time Plus. Spend happy hours creating artwork, singing-along & more. Parent/child.
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Wed, May 2
Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Enjoy modified Mexican menu, learn history & culture of our southern neighbors. SI Mus, 718 727-1135
Mother’s Day Craft. Ages 5+. Prereg 1 week prior. Huguenot Park Lib., 718 984-4636
~ ~ Every Wednesday ~ ~
Knitting for Beginners. How to cast on & off, knit & purl stitches. Prereg. Blue Heron Park,
718 967-6158
Pre-School Program. Books, finger rhymes & a craft. Ages 2-1/2-5. Prereg. 1 week prior.
New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Crafts. Ages 5-12. Prereg. Stapleton Library, 718 727-0427
Crafts. Ages 5-12. Prereg. St. George Library, 718 442-8560
Clay Day. Sculpting with air-dry clay. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Picture Book Time. Ages 3+. New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Picture Book Time. All ages. Port Richmond Library, 718 442-0158
Picture Book Time. Ages 3+. Tottenville Library, 718 984-0945
Picture Book Time. All ages. (except 5/30). West New Brighton Library, 718 442-1416
Poco a Poco. A Spanish program for children 2-4 yrs old. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
After-School Book Club. Students in grades 4 & 5 meet to read & discuss selected books.
Historic Richmond Town, 718 351-1611
Tots ‘n Blocks. Parent/child fun & learning. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art. Open to the public. For more info call 718 987-3500
Thurs, May 3
Drama Production: Staging the Original. An evening of original theatre pieces written & performed by the Dramatic Arts students. At CSI, Lab Theatre. 718 982-2520
Spring Stroll. Forest Ave. Raffles, games & more. West Brighton Comm. Local Develop. Corp, 718 816-4775
Pre-School Program. Ages 3-5. Prereg. Great Kills Library, 718 984-6670
~ ~ Every Thursday ~ ~
The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art. Open to the public. For more info call 718 987-3500
Make and Take. Free kids craft project to make & take home. A.C. Moore, 1801 South Ave, 718 370-0691
The Story Museum. Magic of stories, crafts, music, dancing & singing. Up to age 5.
Historic Richmond Town, 718 351-1611
Tots Time Plus. Spend happy hours creating artwork, singing-along & more. Parent/child.
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Chess Program. Ages 7+. (except 5/31). Dongan Hills Library, 718 351-1444
Picture Book Stories. Grades K-2. (except 5/17). Huguenot Park Library, 718 984-4636
Picture Book Time. Ages 5+. Richmondtown Lib., 718 668-0413
Picture Book Time. Ages 3-11. Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library, 718 494-1642
Toddler Time. Ages 2-3. Prereg. West New Brighton Library, 718 442-1416
Science Whizkidz. Check each week for different description. Workshop turns into a lab for scientific experiments. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
From Trash to Treasure. Ideas for recycling items create great craft projects, games & more.
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
After-School Book Club. Jr High students read & discuss selected books.
Historic Richmond Town, 718 351-1611
Adult Program. Yoga. On-going 6 week course. Prereg. Mus of Tibetan Art, 718 987-3500
Fri, May 4
Downtown Drive-in Movies. “Cars ” at the S I Yankees Stadium Parking Lot. 718 273-6122
Cinco De Mayo Celebration. Ages 4+. Prereg. Great Kills Library, 718 984-6670
KIDZ COOK: Italian Dressing. Do oil & water mix? Explore the science of cooking. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
~ ~ Every Friday ~ ~
Music, Movement & Make Believe. Kids move their wee bodies, vast imaginations. Parent/child.
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Teen Advisory Group. West New Brighton Library,
718 442-1416
Read Aloud. Ages 2+. Dongan Hills Library, 718 351-1444
KIDZ COOK: A new recipe to mix & make & taste. Check each week for description:
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Crafty Kids. Let your imagination go wild & create a masterpiece.
SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
May 4 - 6
Spring Plant Sale. Bin sales & compost info. SI Botanical Gdn, 718 273-8200
May 4 & 18
Mommy & Me. Mid Island Music Together is hosting free sample classes. Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Sat, May 5
Carousel Opening Day. Join the festivities when the Carousel for All Children opens. Willowbrook Park. Greenbelt Conservancy, 718 667-2165
Moments to Remember. The Four Lads, The Four Aces & The Ink Spots. At CSI, Center for the Arts. 718 982-ARTS
Kites. Families build their own kites & launch from Miller Field’s historic airfield. Materials provided. Gateway NRA. 718 351-6970
Sneak Park Preview: Fresh Kills Landfill. Dramatic transformation from landfill to bird-filled sanctuary. Prereg. Visit www.nyc.gov/parks & type “Fresh Kills sign-up form.” Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Waterfowl & Woodland Birds. Tour Clove Lake Park & see waterfowl, mallards & more. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Peony Festival. Peonies in full bloom. Tours, garden classes & more. SI Botanical Garden, 718 273-8200
Mother’s Day at the Big Oak Tree. A fun afternoon celebrating Mother’s Day with music & art. All ages. Prereg. Musical Chairs Chamber Ensemble. SI Museum, 718 727-1135
Starting and Growing an Herb Garden. Grow herbs in garden, window-sill or containers. Blue Heron Park, 718 356-9235
Family Story Time. Ages 5 w/caregiver. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Nature Photography. The art of photography from composition to lighting. Ages 12+. Free. Prereg. Clay Pit Ponds, 718 967-1976
38th Annual Spring Ten-Mile Walk: The Greenbelt. Protectors, 718 761-7496
Asian Drum Workshop. Adults & children. Learn to play with instructors from Taiko Drum Troupe. SI Botanical Garden, 718 273-8200
Science Trip: The Sterling Hill Mining Museum. Get on the bus & explore a miraculous mineral mine in N.J. Prereg. SI Mus, 718 727-1135
Anne of Green Gables. A classic film about a girl living on Prince Edward Island, Canada. Free. Prereg. Gateway NRA, Ft. Wadsworth Visitor Ctr, 718 354-4500
Jr. Audubon/Nature Club. How birds behave & migrate. All ages. At Clove Lakes. Blue Heron Park, 718 317-1732
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Herb Garden. Do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. Ages 5-12. Free. Info at www.siparent.com Kids Activities
Krafty Kids. Wiggle, hop or fly over to the Nature Center. Ages 4-10. Prereg. Blue Heron, 718 227-8839
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs. Search for bugs with a ranger. Ages 5-12. Ft. Wadsworth Historic Mont Sec House. Gateway NRA, 718 354-4500
~ ~ Every Saturday ~ ~
The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art. Open to the public 1-5. 718 987-3500
Saturday’s Tots. Hard working parents can enjoy some toddler time. Singing, creating & sharing adventures. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
YU-GI-OH. A new program. Bring your own deck. Prereg. Ages 8+. SI Child‘s Mus, 718 273-2060
Adult Program. Guided Meditation. On-going 6 week course. Prereg.
Jacques Marchais Mus of Tibetan Art, 718 987-3500
Adult Program. Yoga. All fitness levels. Prereg. Greenbelt Nat. Ctr, 718 351-3450
Adult Program. Tai Chi. On-going six week course. Prereg.
Jacques Marchais Mus of Tibetan Art, 718 987-3500
Arts & Crafts. Check each week for description. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Weekend Family Fun. Different programs every Sat. & Sun.
South Street Seaport Museum,
212 748-8753
May 5 & 6
Loteria-Mexican Bingo. Play a card game that is very similar to traditional bingo. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
A Tune or a Tango. Alternating weekends kids can sing & dance with karaoke kids (See May 12 & 13, Dance, Dance Revolution). SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Sun, May 6
FIve Boro Bike Tour. Enjoy 42 miles of traffic-free riding thru streets, highways, bridges. Ends with a celebratory festival at Ft. Wadsworth. NYC Dept of Parks & Rec. , 212 932-2453 x 111
Woodwind Quintet. Students with ID admitted free. The Staten Island Chamber Music Players. VMH at Snug Harbor, 718 356-2094
Yankee Peddler Day.Over 140 vendors. Historic Richmond Town, 718 351-1611
Spider Weekend. Discover arachnids & their adaptations. At Blue Heron Park. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Hike the Red Trail. Investigate the wonders of Buttonbush swamp in the Greenbelt. Greenbelt Nat Ctr, 718 351-3450
Park-to-Park. An intrepid trek that begins with a ride on the SI Ferry, explores Battery Park, visits City Hall Park & a stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Natural Science Club: The World of Worms. How to find common worms & compare the characteristics. Ages 8-12. Blue Heron Park, 718 967-3542
~ ~ Every Sunday ~ ~
The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art. Open to the public 1-5. 718 987-3500
Arts & Crafts. Check each week for description. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Richmond County Flying Club. Observe & learn the art of saltwater fly tying.
Great Kills Park, Edu. Field Sta., Gateway NRA. 718 987-6790
Arts & Crafts.Different programs every Sunday. All ages. Prereg.
The Museum of Arts & Design, 212 956-3535
Weekend Family Fun. Different programs every Sat. & Sun. Call for info.
South Street Seaport Mus, 212 748-8753
Mon, May 7
Picture Book Time. Up to age 7. St. George Library, 718 442-8560
Tues, May 8
Seminar: Have a Healthy Baby. The importance & schedule of babies 1st year of immunizations. Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Toddler Time. For 2 year olds. Prereg. Great Kills Library, 718 984-6670
Mother’s Day Craft. Ages 5-11. Prereg. Port Richmond Library, 718 442-0158
Pre-School Program. Stories & crafts. Ages 3-5. Prereg. Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library, 718 494-1642
ongoing Tuesday events - see 5/1
Wed, May 9
ongoing Wednesday events - see 5/2
May 9 & 10
Stuart Little. A young & noble mouse who has the spirit of a giant. At CSI. Enrichment Thru the Arts, 718 982-5678
Thurs, May 10
Powerful You! Women’s Network. A new era in networking for the women of Staten Island. The Old Bermuda Inn, 718 948-0074
Mother’s Day Craft. Ages 6-12. Prereg. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Pre-School Program. Ages 3-5. Prereg. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Pre-School Story and Craft. Ages 3-5. Prereg 1 week prior. Tottenville Library, 718 984-0945
ongoing Thursday events - see 5/3
Fri, May 11
Downtown Drive-in Movies. “Toy Story” at the SI Yankees Stadium Parking Lot. 718 273-6122
Franklin’s Big Adventure. The gentle, mischievous children’s character. St. George Theatre, 718 442-2900
Movie Night. Featured film, Living with Wolves at the Greenbelt Nature Ctr. Free. Prereg. 718 351-3450
Series I: Doodlebug FunTime. Storytelling, music & crafts. Prereg. Ages 18 mos-4 yrs w/caregiver. Blue Heron Park, 718 227-8839
Spring Craft. Ages 6-12. Prereg. 1 week prior. New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Mother’s Day Craft. Ages 4+. Prereg. Great Kills Library, 718 984-6670
KIDZ COOK: Juice. Put the squeeze on some fruits & vegetables. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
ongoing Friday events - see 5/4
Sat, May 12
Baby Fest Event: Healthy Baby Day. Everything from nutritional needs & immunizations to diapering & skin-care know how. Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Urban Cowboy-The Musical. Nat’l Broadway Tour. St. George Theatre, 718 442-2900
Alex Torres y Su Orquestra. Popular Afro-Caribbean rhythms. Get out of your seat & dance. At CSI, Ctr for the Arts, 718 982-ARTS
Alzheimer’s Foundation of SI’s Annual Run and Walk. Enjoy a walk or run to support the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 718 667-7110
Teach Your Child to Ride a Bike. Basics of balancing, starting, stopping & more. Midland Beach. City of NY Parks & Rec. For info visit www.siparent.com
New York City Baseball Clinic. Free clinic for boys and girls ages 7-13 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Skills instruction includes hitting, fielding, throwing, base running and more. (registration from 8:45am to 9:30am) at Douglas A. McArthur Park, Berry Homes, Dongan Hills Ave. & Buel Ave. Call 311 or visit www.turn2foundation.org or www.nyc.gov/parks
Forest Restoration Workshop. Plants, tools provided. High Rock Park. Protectors, 718 761-7496
Nature Photography. Up-close beauty of nature in the springtime. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Chocolate Covered Crickets and Other Edible Insects. Find out what’s edible, what’s not & where to find them. Blue Heron Park. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Mother’s Day Craft. Make a beautiful flower pot arrangement. Ages 7+. Free. Prereg. Clay Pit Ponds, 718 967-1976
The Life of Leonardo da Vinci. Ideas, discoveries & achievements. Ages 4+. Todt Hill-Westerleigh Lib., 718 494-1642
Kids & Kritters: Mother’s Way Nature’s Way. Learn about the different Moms in nature. Ages 5-7 w/parent. Prereg. Blue Heron Park, 718 751-0071
ongoing Saturday events - see 5/5
May 12 & 13
Mother’s Day Chocolate Dipped Fruits and Nuts. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Dance, Dance Revolution. Bopping & singing. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
May 12 & 19
Adult Program. America’s Boating Course. Offered by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. & Nat’l Assoc. of State Boating Law Administrator’s approved course. Both sessions required. Prereg. Great Kills Edu Field. Gateway NRA, 718 966-4496
Sun, May 13
Mother's Day
Jr. Audubon/Nature Club. How birds behave & migrate. At Clove Lakes. All ages. Blue Heron Park, 718 317-1732
Beginner Birding. Popular outdoor activity. Blue Heron Park. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Nature Crafts for Mom. Make something natural for Mom. Blue Heron Park. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
A Mother’s Day Goose Party. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
ongoing Sunday events - see 5/6
Mon, May 14
Safe Kids NYC. Focusing on summer safety. Staten Island Mall, 718 761-6800
Picture Book Time. (See 5/7)
Tues, May 15
Spring Recital.Performed by the Young Artists of CSI Music Program. At CSI, 718 982-2520
Toddler Time. For 2 yrs old w/caregiver. Huguenot Park Library, 718 984-4636
Toddler Time. Ages 2-3 w/caregiver. Prereg. Port Richmond Library, 718 442-0158
Bedtime Stories with a Friend. Wear pj’s, bring favorite stuffed toy. Ages 3+ w/caregiver.
New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
ongoing Tuesday events - see 5/1
Wed, May 16
Stump the Science Curator. Collect natural objects from backyard, park or beach & try to stump experts. Free. SI Mus, 718 727-1135
Create a Backpack. Make & design your own backpack. Ages 12-18. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Pre-School Stories. Ages 3-5. Huguenot Park Library, 718 984-4636
Crafts. Ages 5-12. Prereg. Stapleton Library, 718 727-0427
ongoing Wednesday events - see 5/2
May 16 & 17
Bugs and Balloons. Balloon artistry. At CSI. Enrichment Thru the Arts, 718 982-5678
Thurs, May 17
Seminar: Prevention & Basic First Aid. How to prevent childhood injuries & what to do in case of an emergency.
Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Spring Dance Recital. At CSI, Williamson Theatre, 718 982-2520
After-School Program. Explore the National Park Service portable discovery station.
Ages 8-11. At Huguenot Library. Gateway NRA, 718 984-4636
Park Ranger Program. All ages. Huguenot Park Library, 718 984-4636
Pre-School Program. (See 5/3)
ongoing Thursday events - see 5/3
Fri, May 18
Downtown Drive-in Movies. “Finding Nemo” at the SI Yankees Stadium Parking Lot. 718 273-6122
Chinese Auction. Support the Alzheimer’s Foundation of SI. , 718 667-7110
KIDZ COOK: Jam. Cook blueberry jam that is low in sugar. SI Child’s Museum, 718 273-2060
Series II: Doodlebug FunTime. Storytelling, music & crafts. Prereg. Ages 18 mos-4 yrs w/caregiver. Blue Heron Park, 718 227-8839
Fun Friday. Picture Book Read Aloud & Surprise Craft. Ages 3+. Great Kills Library, 718 984-6670
ongoing Friday events - see 5/4
May 18 & 19
Oliver. Middle school students perform. S.I. Academy, 718 303-8660
Sat, May 19
Downtown Drive-in Movies. “Grease” at the SI Yankees Stadium Parking Lot. 718 273-6122
Laughter Arts Festival. Evening of hilarious antics. Ctr. for the Arts at CSI, 718 982-ARTS
The Eden II 5th Annual Fundraiser Flea Market for Autism. New & used items. Midland Beach Parking Lot 2. (Rain date 5/20). For more info call 718 351-3833
Alwida The Pirate: Queen of the High Seas. A swash-buckling, treasure-nabbing show for the whole family. The Music Hall at Snug Harbor, 718 815-SNUG
Teach Your Child to Ride a Bike. The basics of balancing, starting, stopping & more. Wolfe’s Pond Park. City of NY Parks & Recreation. For info visit www.siparent.com
Astronomy Night. A tour of the evening sky. Great Kills Park, Model Airplane Field. Gateway NRA, 718 987-6790
Canoe Adventure: The Pond that Time Forgot. Take a paddle with the Urban Park Rangers & discover origins of Willowbrook Pond. Ages 8+. First-come, first-served. UPR, 718 967-3542
The Cat Who Wouldn’t Come Inside. Workshop & booksigning. Children make a cat figurine. SI Mus, 718 727-1135
It’s My Park Day. Volunteers help restore different parks throughout S.I. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Backyard Wildlife Habitat. How to create a wildlife habitat in our own backyard. Free. All Ages. Prereg. Clay Pit Ponds, 718 967-1976
Internet Workshop. Ages 7-12. Prereg 1 week prior. New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Eco-Crafts-Sandcasting with Plaster. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
ongoing Saturday events - see 5/5
Sun, May 20
Shear Madness. How wool is spun into yarn by shearing sheep. Live demo & get your own “shear” by a professional stylist. SI Zoo, 718 442-3101
Afternoon Movie Matinee. Enjoy Walt Disney’s The Fox and the Hound at the Greenbelt Nature Center. Free. Prereg. 718 351-3450
Backyard Birding. Tips & tricks for attracting birds to your yard or window. Blue Heron Park. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Music at Saint Alban’s. Classic string quartet. St. Alban’s, 718 984-7756
Happy Herp-Day. Celebrate World Turtle Day. Clove Lakes Park. Urban Park Rangers,
718 967-3542
Wildlife Hike. A morning hike around the Greenbelt Nat. Ctr trail for signs of wildlife. Free. Greenbelt Nature Cente*r, 718 351-3450
Spring Sing Series. Listen & learn the songs & sounds of Blue Heron Park in Spring. All ages. Blue Heron Park, 718 313-8591
Bird Banding. Learn about field marks of songbirds. Great Kills Educ. Field Station. Gateway NRA, 718 987-6790
The Four Seasons: Photo Walking Tour Contest. A three-hour walking tour of the secret places of Ft. Wadsworth. Prereg. Ft. Wads Visitor Ctr, 718 354-4500
Ecology Walk. Clove Lakes Park. SI Museum, 718 727-1135
Art Lab at the Museum. Drawings from nature inspired by the beautiful surroundings. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Explorers of the Wild: Importance of the Insect World. Examine & learn about the
classification, life cycles & more. Ages 6-12. Blue Heron Park, 718 967-3542
Fundraiser. Dance Like the Stars fundraiser benefiting Rescue Me Service Center (dedicated to the prevention of child abuse). 6:00-10:00pm at The Old Bermuda Inn. $50 per person ($25 is tax deductible) includes dinner, dance exhibition, dance contest, and DJ with dancing. Call 718 668-1600
Adult Program. Yoga. Mind-body yoga for health & stress reduction. Prereg. Blue Heron Park, 718 356-0106
ongoing Sunday events - see 5/6
Mon, May 21
Sign, Sing and Play. For babies-birth to 12 mos. Prereg. New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Shake, Rattle and Roll. Book classics from the 1940’s & 50’s. All ages. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
Picture Book Time. (See 5/7)
Tues, May 22
Smart Beginnings Seminar: Breastfeeding-New Mom’s Guide to Nursing. Benefits of breastfeeding. Babies ‘R’ Us, 718 370-2734
Seussical. An unforgettable musical adventure. St. George Theatre, 718 442-2900
Crafts. Ages 6-12. Prereg. Dongan Hills Library, 718 351-1444
After-School Program. Explore the National Park Service portable discovery station. Ages 8-11. At Richmondtown Library. Gateway NRA, 718 668-0413
Toddler Time. (See 5/8)
ongoing Tuesday events - see 5/1
May 22 - 24
Squeaky Clean. Rock ‘R Roll to the sounds of the 60s. At CSI. Enrichment Thru the Arts, 718 982-5678
Wed, May 23
ongoing Wednesday events - see 5/2
Thurs, May 24
Lantern Tour of Ft. Wadsworth. Explore the historic sites of the fort by night. Prereg. Ft. Wads. Visitor Ctr, Gateway NRA, 718 354-4500
World Beat and Percussion. Create your own hip hop/Latin/ rock lyrics. Ages 12-18. Port Richmond Library, 718 442-0158
How the Elephant Got His Trunk. A puppet show for ages 4+. New Dorp Library, 718 351-2977
Crafts. Ages 5+. Prereg 1 week prior. Tottenville Library,
718 984-0945
ongoing Thursday events - see 5/3
Fri, May 25
Pre-School Program. Ages 2-5. Prereg. Dongan Hills Library, 718 351-1444
KIDZ COOK: Ketchup. Did you know that this condiment came from Asia? SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
ongoing Friday events - see 5/4
Sat, May 26
Science Files: Fingerprints. How fingerprints tell us apart. Also, get your child fingerprinted by NYPD Precinct #123. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Shorebird Migration. View migrating shorebirds. Great Kills Park Educ. Field Station, Gateway NRA, 718 987-6790
Memorial Day Program. Honor the heroes who have served our country. Ft. Wads. Battery Weed, Gateway NRA, 718 354-4500
Junior Science Club: Nummy in my Tummy: Digestion. Learn what digestion is as we explore the chemistry of the tummy; watch an animal digestive system. Ages 8-13. Prereg. SI Museum, 718 727-1135
Kids & Kritters:Wild Mustangs. Learn about America’s wild horses. Ages 5-7 w/parent. Blue Heron Park, 718 751-0071
Sneak Park Preview. (See 5/5)
ongoing Saturday events - see 5/5
May 26 & 27
Origami-Practical Origami. Make a cup & a box. SI Child’s Mus, 718 273-2060
Sun, May 27
Memorial Day Cemetery Tour with Actors. Actors will tell real-life experiences of those who served our country during wartime. SI Mus, 718 727-1135
Nature Knowledge Hike. Hike thru Blue Heron Park. Games & activities. All ages. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
ongoing Sunday events - see 5/6
Mon, May 28
Memorial Day
Adopt a Soldier. The Zoo is accepting donations for soldiers in Iraq. Toiletries, snacks, stationary & other items. SI Zoo, 718 442-3101
Richmond County Savings Foundation Cool School Holidays - Memorial Day Star. Make a patriotic star to hang up. Free admission. SI Child’s Museum, 718 273-2060
Alzheimer’s Foundation of SI’s Memorial Day Parade. Support the Alzheimer’s Foundation of SI for their parade. 718 667-8431
Teach Your Child to Ride a Bike. Basics of balancing, starting, stopping & more. Silver Lake Park. City of NY Parks & Rec. www.siparent.com
Tues, May 29
Spring Concert. Upper school concert featuring the Concert Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Something Musical & Sweet Harmony. Staten Island Academy, 718 303-8660
ongoing Tuesday events - see 5/1
Wed, May 30
Old Fashioned Story Time. All ages. Prereg. West New Brighton Library, 718 442-1416
Mighty Action Racket Theater Workshop. A unique theatrical path. Ages 5-12. Prereg. South Beach Library, 718 816-5834
ongoing Wednesday events - see 5/2
Fri, June 1
Milk or Planting Full Moon-Sunset Moonrise Walk. At Mt. Moses. Protectors, 718 761-7496
ongoing Friday events - see 5/4
June 1 - 9
West Side Story. Holy Family Parish Players. Prereg. Holy Family Church, 718 761-5154
Sat, June 2
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Biplane. Do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. Ages 5-12. Free. More info at www.siparent.com Kids Activities
Jr. Audubon/Nature Club: Trip. Find the best nesting birds in Rockland County. (Rain date 6/3). All ages. Blue Heron Park, 718 317-1732
National Trails Day. Restore trails in S.I. Greenbelt. Urban Park Rangers, 718 967-3542
Walk on the Wild Side. Wild edible & medicinal herbs. Ages 12+. Prereg. Free. Clay Pit Ponds, 718 967-1976
Kids & Kritters: Pond Life. Take a dip into pond to look for aquatic life. Ages 5-7 with parent. Prereg. Blue Heron Park, 718 751-0071
Krafty Kids. Wiggle, hop or fly over to the Nature Ctr. Ages 4-10 w/caregiver. Prereg. Blue Heron, 718 227-8839
Waterfront Arts Festival. Free Canoe & Kayak rides, roving circus performers & face painting. Activities for children, teens & families all day. (Rain date 6/3).
Red Hook Waterfront Arts Festival. 718 287-2224 www.dancetheatreetcetera.org
ongoing Saturday events - see 5/5
June 2 & 3
SI Bank & Trust Festa Italiana. A wonderful Italian festival includes food, music, games, rides & more. SI Zoo,
718 442-3101
Sun, June 3
Springtime Autism Stroll. Sights & sounds of Blue Heron Park. All ages. 718 313-8591
Community Day Celebration. See trade & domestic demos & play games from the past. Historic Richmond Town, 718 351-1611
Spring Birding. A spring bird hike to identify your feathered friends. Free. Greenbelt Nature Center, 718 351-3450
Adult Program. Yoga. Mind-body yoga for health & stress reduction. Prereg. Blue Heron Park, 718 356-0106
ongoing Sunday events - see 5/6
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