Five Things To Do Right Now At…The Children’s Museum of Manhattan

CMOM is the place where families of all backgrounds come to learn, play and grow together. Their groundbreaking exhibits, innovative programs and first class performances bring the excitement of creativity and discovery to your child the minute he or she walks through the door.

1. New Special Hours: Let the fun begin from 10am to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and Sundays, with special extended hours every Saturday from 10am-7pm.

2. The Grinch’s Holiday Workshop: Get ready! Get set! Sock skate! The Grinch’s Holiday Workshop returns with an all new sock-skating rink made of synthetic ice. Also featured are hands-on Dr. Seuss-inspired art projects, appearances by the Grinch costume character and daily readings of all Dr. Seuss’s classics. Open now through the end of the year.

3. You Make the Call: CMOM and the National Football League (NFL) want you to learn to be an NFL Official, with a new interactive experience that offers an exclusive look into the world of NFL referees. The multimedia exhibit and program opens on January 8^th. It’s your chance to meet current and former NFL players and officials! Stay tuned for more information on who will participate in the exhibit programs, clinics and activities.

4. The Changing Beat of 125^th Street: Along with The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, a new visitor experience will exhibit original artifacts with a complementary series of live daily performances and hands-on workshops to explore the vibrant jazz culture of Harlem in the 1920s-1940s. Children will be provided the opportunity to learn about jazz –a truly American music genre– and its emphasis on imagination, self-expression, collaboration, and improvisation.

Kids enjoy CMOM’s new GeatPlayGrow health initiative curriculum!

5. New early childhood health curriculum for families developed with the National Institutes of Health–EatPlayGrow: The latest science and research from the NIH with CMOM’s creative educational approach teaches kids and their parents how to make healthy choices in areas of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep; all through interactive and engaging lessons that incorporate art-making, storytelling, music and movement activities into fun, hands-on educational lessons. Download EatPlayGrow here!

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;

Chickenshed NYC

Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed&rsquo;s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change. Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen. Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.

Young Actors at Strasberg

Young Actors at Strasberg&nbsp;offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 &ndash;&nbsp;12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry &ndash;&nbsp;all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson! Young Actors&nbsp;Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in&nbsp;July and August. About The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute: Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.