Fun Family Friendly Events in NYC

Little fingers will dig into delicious homemade edible slime! Little chefs make their very own (edible!) slime using easily accessible pantry ingredients! Kids will mix, knead…and, of course, taste, three kinds of fun and flavorful slimes: Gummy Bear Slime, Birthday Cake Slime, and Chocolate Slime! This class focuses on age-appropriate themes and educational concepts in a fun and flavorful fashion for children ages 2 and up, while sharing tips to engage family members of all ages.

Ready to explore Yellowstone? You don't have to wait for your trip out here. You can start exploring now by virtually touring some of the main attractions around the park. Included with each map-based tour is additional information about visiting in person.

It’s a pizza party! Families customize two pizzas to enjoy - one traditional savory pie and one super-sweet and silly to serve as dessert! This class focuses on age-appropriate themes and educational concepts in a fun and flavorful fashion for children ages 2 and up, while sharing tips to engage family members of all ages.

Celebrate Father’s Day with a delicious “BBQ”! Families will have a blast as they "grill" yummy treats! Children prepare "burger" cookies and fruit kebabs as they celebrate Dad! This class focuses on age-appropriate themes and educational concepts in a fun and flavorful fashion for children ages 2 and up, while sharing tips to engage family members of all ages. *Ingredient list will be sent in advance

Hey Moms! Are you are eating your way through this quarantine? This easy-to-follow, supportive, flexible and FUN program will help you and your family stay healthy right now and emerge with more energy, healthier eating and lifestyle habits and jeans that fit. Start now!

Each week, look, listen, sing, and have fun with picture books. Recommended for families with children ages 18 months – 6 years.

Please join Cynthia LaChina for a virtual Cardio Dance class every Tuesday from 5:00-6:00 est. No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm. You'll be moving to global rhythms and choreography guaranteeing you a FUN workout

Prepare to be inspired and spellbound as we go on an epic 90 minute journey through my magical world. Join me in the Secrets of Magic Zoom Classroom where you will take part in a mind-blowing magic show with everyday objects such as cards, coins & the gold-dust of our times - a roll of toilet paper! I'll share with you heartfelt & inspiring stories of truly magical moments that have happened while entertaining children in hospital, which helped me discover what the true secret of magic.

In light of the current pandemic and quarantine, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation is reaching out to families all over the world offering educational and recreational tools to help children, parents and caregivers create meaningful moments and keep academic goals on track. Includes a digital library of 57 read aloud by top Hollywood talent who engage young viewers with their animated interpretations of historic, adventurous and fantastical tales that promote imagination and inclusion.

Gyminny Kids is helping keep children actively challenged and creatively engaged in the comfort of their own home, for FREE! Since 1987, the San Diego, CA aerobics gym has been the go-to place for kids to learn balance and safety while building confidence and strength. Since the 'stay at home' order went into effect, Gyminny Kids' highly trained staff has been staying connected and easing some of that stress for both parents and kids. Offering a variety of fun classes!

Frick, yeah! This mansion-turned-museum (and research center) recently had renovations done, so they were already prepared for virtual museum viewing.

Check out a virtual field trip with your kiddos by checking out the Staten Island Zoo from your home!

Pandas. Live. All day long. Need we say more?

During the strange new normal presented by the challenges of COVID-19, the team at Historic Richmond Town remains dedicated to creating opportunities for the public to explore the diversity of the American experience from the colonial period to the present. Arts & Culture in Quarantine is a free, online series our staff has put together to continue to provide diverse programming and digital content to our audience. New content posted every day for your kiddos to learn about history & art!

As China's most famous attraction, the Great Wall of China is an essential stop on all China tours. Commonly considered a wonder of the world, the Great Wall boasts a history of over 2,000 years and stretches more than 3,000 miles across several provinces of northern China, making it one of the most impressive ancient structures on the planet. Take a virtual tour to learn from home!

Check out a 360-degree virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel, the Niccoline Chapel, Chiaramonti Museum and more.

An all-inclusive, A-Z virtual tour collection of hundreds of museums all over the world. Tour museums across the globe from your computer.

Explorer Classroom’s live video events occur daily at 2pm and connect students with National Geographic Explorers across all seven continents to bring exploration to life.

Get an inside look at NASA Glenn Research Center’s facilities. Perfect for your little astronauts!

Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed specially for kids aged 3+, used in schools and homes all over the world.

Enjoy a wild rollercoaster ride - from your house!

Enjoy this Coney Island classic from the comfort and safety of your house!

Looking for a way to keep your children active while you are at home? Visit Jodi's at Home for our library of free videos for children 1-12 years including sing alongs, strength & stretching, and gymnastics skills that can be safely practiced at home. Jodi’s Gym has been providing NY kids fun, friends and fitness since 1982! We offer classes for children 1-12 yrs including adult/child gym (1-3 yrs), gymnastics (3-12 yrs), ninja (4-9 yrs), school break and summer camps, and free playtime for me

Free virtual storytimes every week - tune in every MWF at 10am CST on TKC's Instagram! Additionally, find out about emotional well being in kindergartners - 5th grade at tkckindness.org.

Dynamic Kids Brooklyn is partnering with The Great Room to provide a unique online program. Bring your kids to "Break out their shell" in this class that will help guide them in basic movements that guide them to doing things they never thought they could do before. With fun music and small challenges, children are motivated to explore their strengths and weakness to build up their dance vocabulary.

Brooklyn Boulders' virtual youth classes are designed to get kids moving and, in some cases, MOOO-ving. Animal Farm, for ages 3-5, includes movement, reading, and a craft. Older kids (5-10) can get their energy up and out in the Let's Get Physical program.

Through storytelling and creativity, DQSH teaches children about gender diversity and all forms of difference to build empathy and give kids the confidence to express themselves however they feel comfortable.

Nora leads a structured meditation class based on the principles of Yoga Nidra - the art of conscious relaxation. The class utilizes breathing techniques, visualization, and intention to calm the mind, and bring more awareness to the mind-body-spirit connection. You’ll leave feeling revitalized and ready for whatever comes next.

Celebrate with friends your birthday from the comfort of your home. All parties except for drawing requires material. The prices include all the material for each participant. 1- Choose the activity, 2- Pick up material, 3- Select the day and time you wish to celebrate 4- Enjoy your celebration with friends, family and our online party instructor for 1 hour and 45 min using zoom. Once you choose the activity you would like to do during your celebration, the studio will assign you a pe

In an effort to combat the stress and anxiety brought on by these volatile times, Sesame Street and Headspace for Kids are teaming up to create "Monster Meditations," six animated shorts to teach kids mindfulness, meditation, and social and emotional learning. The shorts will feature Cookie Monster, Elmo, Grover, and Headspace co-founder Andy Puddicombe as part of Headspace for Kids and can be viewed on YouTube and YouTube Kids.

Tiny Tasters: Baby's First Bites is a video based class that teaches parents everything they need to know about how to introduce solids and feed their babies (4-12 months) in a safe, fun, nutritious, flavorful and baby-guided way. It includes 70 minutes of content, 11 re-watchable videos, 15 handouts, 10 original recipes. This popular class taught all over NYC for the past 5 years, is now available on demand to parents all over. Use MOMMYBITES15 for $15 off until May 30th.

Get your shakers ready! Join us virtually to get in the mood for Shabbat! Sign up here to receive a reminder email on Friday morning with the Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/virtualshabbat

Just because you're staying in doesn't mean an end to storytime! From the Brooklyn Public Library taking its readings to Facebook, to live demonstrations by famous picture-book authors, to a large selection of many of the greatest actors of our time reading some of the best books for kids, you can have an amazing storytime for kids right at home. These virtual storytimes will keep young minds sharp - check out all of the different options listed on the link below!

The PBS KIDS Video app gives kids and parents access to thousands of free videos, including full episodes and clips from top PBS KIDS series. With this app, kids can watch their favorite PBS KIDS shows anytime, anywhere! PBS KIDS, the #1 educational media brand for kids, offers all children the opportunity to explore new ideas and worlds through media. Stream the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel on the app for free (no subscription or login required).

Nili Yelin, The Storybook Mom, is offering free weekly storytimes on Wednesdays via Zoom for infants and toddlers in partnership with Events by Sandi Z. The invite link to tune into the storytime will be posted on social media the day before the event.

Check out the link to see all online events on a spreadsheet and how to connect to various activities! Great for kids to enjoy from the safety of their homes.

The neighborhood kiddos are going on walks but no longer can see their friends or go to playgrounds. Some of us are putting rainbows up in our windows for them to spot as many as they can on a walk. Like a giant neighborhood wide I spy game. If you are wondering what you can do in this time - put a rainbow in your window to spread some joy!

Enjoy the Museum with Google Arts and Culture. Walk through our galleries, organized by floor, and interact with artifacts up close.

Tour the various exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art from home!

Check out some super cool STEM activities that you and your kiddos can try out at home! Everything you'll need to try these out is outlined in the guidebook!

Central Park Tutors, experts in childhod education will be offering FREE live streamed puppet making classes and fun stories every day at at 1 pm EST and 10 am PST. They are hoping to help parents and kids ages 3-10 have something fun to do each day. Puppeteer Anna Lublina will hold the virtual interactive puppet workshop where she will be reading a different story each day and then creating a puppet character from the book.

BOSTON, MA – Grammy-nominated Boston songwriter Alastair Moock performed multiple online concerts for families and students last week, and he will continue to host shows in the coming weeks for quarantined families. Here is this week's live show schedule, available both on Moock's Facebook Music Page.

We believe that the heart of the home is in the kitchen and that there is great power in bringing people together over good food. Join us as we bring the Freshmade experience live to your home from each of our homes. New classes added daily! Join us for fun at-home classes like Homeschool Snacks, Virtual Taco Party, Baking Classes and even a Happy Hour class for the adults! We have you covered during this time at home!

Looking for something to do with your littles? Check out these podcasts for kids!

The Brooklyn Public Library is now offering virtual programming for all ages including story time with local librarians, foreign language learning, SAT test prep, virtual Mario Kart and much more.

During this time of social distancing, it can be difficult to think of ways to keep kids active while indoors. Legendary children's musician Laurie Berkner is giving families a reason to get up and move during this time indoors with live "Berkner Break" concerts, streamed most weekday mornings at 10am on Facebook. Berkner's songs, movement activities, and stories will lift spirits and get the kids dancing and singing along to well-loved favorites by Berkner!

Hi all, Are you looking for an activity for your kids during these troubled times? How about a zoom tennis class? Weekdays at 1. Easy to follow exercises that you can do from home or your yard. Only $25. If you can't make the scheduled time, you can always catch the replay! Check out www.brainiactennis.com. Email [email protected] or call/text 516 350 7971. See you soon.

The museum has put together a one-stop-shop of all its digital resources, -- “Experience Intrepid Anywhere” – where the public, including educators, parents and students, can stay engaged with the museum digitally through teacher and home-school resources, virtual tours, oral histories, virtual talks, virtual veterans programs, and much more.

Musician and bilingual children's educator José-Luis Orozco is out today with "Clap, tap, tralala," the perfect video to lead kids in an indoor dance party while home from school. The song is off of ¡Muévete! Songs for a Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body, José-Luis' new album of Spanish and English kids music, out April 17th on Smithsonian Folkways, that's all about exercise and its importance for mind, body, and spirit - an especially important message right now.

CuratedCare.Com is offering one-on-one, interactive, virtual lessons with an epic community of babysitting teachers and artists (Juilliard grads, Rhodes Scholars, Alvin Ailey dancers, Broadway actors, and more).These our super accessible, cost effective and one-on-one which offers face to face interaction and a chance to go with the flow if your 4 year old decides half way through they want to switch to a different activity :) We are waiving the $45 membership to all fams during this wonky time.

BROADWAY STORY TIME WITH STAGES PERFORMING ARTS! Tune in live on Facebook on Thursdays!

Every Thursday at 4 PM CST (6 PM EST) cook a healthy dinner with Adita on Facebook Live!

Like everyone, we’re anxious and scared of COVID-19 and its potential impact on society. At the Learning Agency Lab, we wanted to do our very small part to help, and we’re making our science of learning course totally free.

Everyday is a struggle to find something new and exciting to keep kids occupied during this COVID-19 quarantine. Luckily, zoos and aquariums all over the country are providing animal exhibit live streams, online events, Q&As with zoo and aquarium staff, and many more animal-related resources and fun for you to access for free on their websites. Check out all of the options!

Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre presents Remote Dance Learning, an opportunity to keep students moving while they are out of school. These free sessions are led by Notes in Motion teaching artists and are available online. Classes are available for children by grade level: PreK-2nd Grade, 3rd-5thGrade, Middle School, and High School, and include Yoga, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, among others.

During challenging times, the power of plants connects people and provides inspiration more than ever. While the Garden’s gates may be closed temporarily, NYBG's virtual gates are wide open. Stay connected through the collections’ vast digital resources, creative educational programs, and many other online offerings. As spring unfolds, see the brightness and color of the season, a reminder of how the natural world brings everyone joy.

J.K. Rowling launched the Harry Potter at Home portal, giving kids access to a free collection of "child-friendly activities, videos, puzzles, illustrations, quizzes, creative ideas, articles, and more," according to the Wizarding World Team, to help combat the boredom during this period of social distancing (with a little magic). The portal will give kids new to the Wizarding World and those who have been lifelong fans access to fun and engaging content to keep the magic alive during this time.

Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30am. Live-streaming singalongs featuring their funny and educational music.

Weekdays 2-2:45 (ages 8-12). Weekdays 3-3:45 (ages 13+). Free art classes for kids via Facebook live. Kids can learn to draw monsters, dragons, wolves, goblins and more. Catch videos on Youtube as well.

Join Cricket Azima and The Creative Kitchen on Thursdays at 11am online and make recipes from their adaptable kids cooking curricula, Everybody Can Cook! *All recipes are safe, convenient, and don’t require specialty equipment. Recipes use pantry staples and are easily adapted to include groceries already on-hand. Related grocery lists emailed prior to lesson, should families want to cook along.

Looking for a new approach to implementing special needs therapies? Join Cricket Azima and The Creative Kitchen on Thursdays at 3pm online and make recipes from their adaptable kids cooking curricula, Everybody Can Cook!

Join Cricket Azima and The Creative Kitchen online for weekend fun and recipes from their adaptable kids cooking curricula, Everybody Can Cook! *All recipes are safe, convenient, and don’t require specialty equipment. Recipes use pantry staples and are easily adapted to include groceries already on-hand. Related grocery lists emailed prior to lesson, should families want to cook along.

Looking for a fun at-home activity that will engage (and feed!) the whole family? Join Cricket Azima and The Creative Kitchen online for a private cooking class! Families select a recipe from The Creative Kitchen’s cookbook in advance of class. A list of ingredients and related equipment is provided prior to the customized session. Class instruction will be tailored to suit family-specific participant ages and abilities. Class is scheduled for a mutually agreed upon date and time.

Kids get creative as they make their own kitchen crafts using easily accessible pantry ingredients! *Supply list will be sent in advance

Join Crayola and Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter Lisa Loeb every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for a nursery rhyme color & sing-along! Each session in this series will feature a music video from Lisa's album, Nursery Rhyme Parade!, along with a free, downloadable nursery rhyme coloring page from Crayola. Parents & kids are invited to enjoy this time together at home. Listen to the music and color along! Share your artwork and tag your pictures on social #Crayola.

Join us on Zoom for a virtual visit to our sanctuary and meet a variety of rescued farm animals. We'll take you up close and personal with our animal residents, share their stories of resilience and healing, and talk a bit more about the industries they come from. You'll love meeting our animal ambassadors and may be surprised at what you learn since we so rarely see the animals in our food system. Join us as we feed cows, rub pig bellies, chill with turkeys, and take a walk.

Study abroad from home with summer Spanish enrichment activities! Children can participate in Spanish classes and enrichment activities, including salsa dancing, musical theater, martial arts, cooking, and more! Classes are taught in Spanish and English for an immersive experience. Choose between 2, 3, and 4-hour online sessions for children ages 4-6 and 6-12 at various times. See website for a complete schedule.

SUDS is an immersive, multisensory theatrical experience that takes the seemingly mundane task of going to the laundromat and transforms it into an exhilarating adventure filled with water, soap, and bubbles. At-home audiences will meet SUDS’ Composer, Props Designer, and two cast members (Fill & Bubbles) who will guide children and families on their very own mini-laundry exploration, complete with multiple songs and many suds!

Join our cats for some literary and crafty family fun time! We’ll read a book together and then make a craft project based on the story using everyday materials you’re likely to already have at home. Activities will be geared towards families with children ages 2–9, and we would love to have parents involved as an extra set of paws to help with the crafts. Younger and older kids are welcome too—they’ll be given some special projects so the whole family can get in on the art-making.

Experience the magic of camp from your living room with Camp Supernow! Camp Supernow Campers are able to spend quality, structured time with friends while learning and creating, and parents are able to get some much needed time to themselves. Camp sessions run weekly via Zoom and meet each day at the same time with their counselors and fellow cabinmates. Throughout the week, campers are guided through crafts, play-based learning activities, movement and mindfulness.

Learn all the signs necessary to begin early communication with your little one(s).

Join songs for seeds online classes for FREE every week -- Wednesdays 10am, Thursdays 3:30pm and Fridays 12:30pm, all eastern times. We were able to keep the most beloved, interactive and educational sections of class!! It's so much fun and you'll love watching your child play -- and sing - with the band. They learn more than music...shapes, colors, numbers, animals, etc. Just click on zoom through the registration page on our website www.songsforseeds.com We can't wait to see you in class!