Events: Top Kid-Friendly Activities For The Week

"Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience" exhibit will open this Saturday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum! — “Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience” exhibit will open this Saturday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum!

Hope everyone had a happy and safe Fourth of July! The summer continues to heat up with a sizzlin’ selection of indoor and outdoor events. On Saturday, museum goers can head to the Whitney Museum for a Summer Family Day and Trekkies can fly over to the Intrepid Sea, Air, Space Museum for the opening of a “Star Trek” exhibition. Also beginning on Saturday, gamers can ferry over to Governors Island for Come Out & Play Family Day. Sunday’s festivities will include Bastille Day along 60th Street and SummerStage Family Day in Central Park. Enjoy!

Beginning Saturday, July 9

“Star Trek: The Starfleet Academy Experience” Exhibit
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
10am-5pm
“Star Trek” fans look no further – we’ve got the perfect event for you! Marking the first stop on a pending US tour, “The Starfleet Academy Experience” is landing in NYC at the Intrepid Museum. See props and costumes on display from the TV show, experience interactive activities based on the “Star Trek” series during the Intrepid’s Space & Science Festival on July 14-17, attend movie nights and even stay overnight with “Star Trek”-themed Operation Slumbers! Beam over to the Intrepid’s website for more details and most important of all, live long and prosper! Runs through Monday, October 31. Free with museum admission.

Saturday, July 9

Whitney Kids Summer Family Day
The Whitney Museum
9:30am-3pm
Grab the kids and gain special access to the Whitney during this early morning celebration for kids and families! Explore the current “Stuart Davis: In Full Swing” exhibit, and enjoy tours, art-making, and special performances by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Free with museum admission. Advance ticket purchase is recommended.

Come Out & Play Family Day
Governors Island
11am-4pm
The Come Out & Play Festival, which is dedicated to the playing of street games, is hosting a free Family Day on Governors Island. All games revolve around this year’s theme: time travel. Play games from the past, present, and future during this afternoon of outdoor family fun and competition! Games will run multiple times throughout the day. This event is free.

Sunday, July 10

Bastille Day 2016
60th Street (between Lexington and 5th Avenues)
12pm-5pm
Enjoy an afternoon of French food, culture and entertainment in celebration of Bastille Day during this unique Manhattan street fair! Take a trip to East 60th Street, between Lexington and 5th Avenues on Sunday to experience everything the French have to offer. While kids taste delicious French delicacies like crêpes, éclairs, macaroons and more, parents can sample a selection of cheeses, beers and cocktails. Plus, watch dance and live musical performances, take part in face painting, arts and crafts and much more – guaranteed fun for the entire family! Admission is free.

SummerStage Family Day
Central Park
2pm-6pm
Spend your Sunday afternoon in Central Park! SummerStage Family Day will feature performances galore from top musicians, dancers, and entertainers. Scheduled performers include Justin & The Not Ready For Naptime Players, Mister G, the Broadway cast of “Finding Neverland,” dance troupe Purelements, and the comedic juggling act of the Gizmo Guys. This event is free.

TADA! Youth Theater

<div> <div style="text-align: center;"><strong>TADA! Youth Theater </strong>- Camps &amp; Classes</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! Gotta Act!<br /><br />Join TADA! this fall for after-school and weekend musical theater classes available to students ages 4-12!</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Throughout the semester students will:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />ENGAGE IN MUSICAL THEATER TRAINING</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">STAY ACTIVE</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">LEARN VOCALS &amp; CHOREOGRAPHY TO FUN, UPBEAT BROADWAY SONGS</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">RECEIVE INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION AND SOLO OPPORTUNITIES</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">EXPERIENCE ENSEMBLE-BASED INSTRUCTION BY TWO PROFESSIONAL NYC TEACHING ARTISTS</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">MAKE CONNECTIONS WITH NEW FRIENDS!</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Limited spots available! All of our classes take place in person at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/15+W.+28th+Street?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/15%2BW.%2B28th%2BStreet?entry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1726934764446000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0VHbAyCvA7tMsvjssdURPg">15 W. 28th Street</a> (between Broadway &amp; 5th) and culminate in a final sharing for an invited audience.</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Classes Schedule September 28 - December 17, 2024 (10 Sessions)</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />Mondays:&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Mondays, Ages 4-5 | 3:45PM-5:15PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Mondays, Ages 6-8 | 3:45PM-5:15PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Wednesdays:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Wednesdays, Ages 8-12 | 4PM-5:30PM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays, Ages 5-7 | 10AM-11:30AM</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Saturdays, Ages 8-12 | 12N-1:30PM<br /><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Class Descriptions:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">AGES 4-5, MUSICAL THEATER MINIS:</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Creativity takes center stage! In this upbeat, high-energy class, your Musical Theater Mini will learn new introductory skills in the areas of singing, dancing, and acting. Each session, students participate in fun, creative-play activities as well as learn vocals and choreography to popular Broadway songs.&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br />AGES 5-7, 6-8 JAZZY JUNIORS and AGES 8-12, RISING STARS: This class offers the perfect blend of musical theater exploration and fun theater games to keep kids creative and active all semester long! Each session, students participate in musical theater training as well as learn vocals and choreography to popular Broadway songs.&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">REGISTER TODAY!<br /><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: center;">Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://tadatheater.com/education-overview/fall-classes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://tadatheater.com/education-overview/fall-classes/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1726934764446000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0H9gU2AKJIVibL0qw-2lOn">https://tadatheater.com/<wbr />education-overview/fall-<wbr />classes/</a><br /><br /></div> </div> <div> <div dir="ltr" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div>&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

Back to the Future The Musical

<div> <div>Marty McFly just broke the time barrier. He&rsquo;s only got 2 hours and 40 minutes (plus intermission) to fix it. Good news, there&rsquo;s still time! Get tickets to this electric blast from the past before our final Broadway performance Jan. 5.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Tickets: <a href="http://www.backtothefuturemusical.com/new-york/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.backtothefuturemusical.com/new-york/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1728739748105000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1RQpZRqLCz6jPA8jX9nERf">www.<wbr />backtothefuturemusical.com/<wbr />new-york/</a></div> </div>

Laurissa Jane Music

<p>Laurissa Jane Music Studio is a dedicated institution that offers a solid foundation for students to explore the captivating world of music and arts. With experienced instructors, we offer private and group lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, for all ages and skill levels. We provide year-round training for renowned programs such as NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). LJMS runs an annual Summer Musical Theatre Arts Program from July-August which offers a creative environment for young individuals with a passion for acting, singing, and dancing. We are proud to serve the vibrant communities of Jamaica Queens and can also provide classes virtually. At LJMS, we firmly believe in the transformative power of the arts. Call us today!</p>