More rain, anyone? Don’t fret, this week’s forecast includes sunshine and lots of family fun. Hear from a celebrated children’s author, discover Pixar’s secrets, learn about the history of superheroes, and much more!
Tuesday, October 6
Rick Riordan: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard
Symphony Space
6pm
Join famed children’s writer Rick Riordan at Symphony Space on Tuesday evening to celebrate the launch of his latest book, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Sword of Summer. The Percy Jackson series author will speak with author Adam Gidwitz about the novel, which is the first in a new series. Tickets are $15. Please note: This event is not a book signing, however pre-autographed copies will be available for purchase.
Beginning Thursday, October 8
“Pixar: The Design of Story” Exhibit
Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum
10am-6pm
Go behind the scenes of Pixar Animation Studios when you visit the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum! Starting this Thursday, museum visitors can explore some the studio’s original artwork, including sculptures, paintings, and rare hand-drawn sketches for films such as Cars, The Incredibles, Toy Story, Wall-E, Brave, and Up. Families will gain an understanding of how animation design is essential to the studio’s art of prolific film-making. Free with museum admission. Runs through Sunday, August 7, 2016.
Beginning Friday, October 9
“Superheroes in Gotham” Exhibit
New-York Historical Society
10am-6pm
Superheroes unite! All ages are invited to the New-York Historical Society to view its new exhibit “Superheroes in Gotham.” This special exhibition will trace the New York City origins of comics and uncover how the art form has impacted our culture and influenced local contemporary artists. Plus, this weekend the Society’s DiMenna Children’s History Museum will host a plethora of kid-friendly, comics-themed activities including superhero training sessions, arts and crafts, and photo ops with the Batmobile! Free with museum admission. Children ages 13 and under will receive free museum admission. Runs through Sunday, February 21, 2016.
Beginning Saturday October 10
“The Velveteen Rabbit”
The Linda Gross Theater
10:30am
The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams is brought to the stage in this musical production from the Atlantic Theater Company. Perfect for ages 3 through 9, The Velveteen Rabbit tells the tale of a stuffed rabbit’s mission to become a living animal. Tickets start at $15. Runs Saturdays and Sundays through Sunday, November 1.
Saturday, October 10
H’sao
Brooklyn Academy of Music
10:30am & 2pm
Discover the music of H’sao at BAM this Saturday. Composed of three brothers and their childhood friend, this Chadian group based in Canada blends R&B, soul, reggae, and gospel music with traditional African rhythms to create a unique sound that’s all its own. Recommended for ages 6 through 9. Tickets are $10.
