Just park it

Chase away the winter blues and welcome spring with fun activities in Brooklyn’s parks.

Families learn all about wilderness survival at the Salt Marsh Nature Center on March 4, then take a peek at the night sky during an astronomy workshop on March 10, and finally, discover interesting facts about our current weather patterns and global warming on March 25.

Children learn about the great outdoors when they meet with the Urban Park Rangers on March 24 at the Fort Greene Park Visitor Center for a nature walk.

Every parent knows the dreaded refrain, “I’m bored, there’s nothing to do.” Here’s the answer: children of all ages play games and experience common tasks of 200 years ago at the Lefferts Historic Homestead every weekend through March 31. Just a quick walk across Prospect Park at the Audubon Center, children create unique projects and have fun with games every weekend through April.

All of the events are free, and all are family friendly.

For times, locations, and information, visit www.nycgovparks.org; www.prospectpark.org; and check our calendar listings.

Laurissa Jane Music

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!

Joe's Music & Dance Academy

Private and group music lessons &amp; dance classes for Guitar, Bass, Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Drums, Piano, all woodwind &amp; brass instruments, Choir, Preschool Dance, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Step, African and Modern Dance and more. Helping thousands of students begin and continue on their musical journey since 1998!

Collina Italiana - Italian Language and Cultural Center

Italian Fun for Kids and Teens! Learning a new language isn&rsquo;t just fun&mdash;it&rsquo;s also great for the brain! Did you know that it can help develop essential skills for life? Studies show that learning a second language at a young age can improve problem-solving, critical thinking, and listening abilities, while boosting memory, focus, and multitasking skills. Children who are fluent in multiple languages also demonstrate increased creativity and mental flexibility. At Collina Italiana, we make learning fun with stories, games, activities, and conversation. Each class blends art, storytelling, singing, and dancing to keep kids engaged. For older children, our classes focus on grammar and vocabulary, providing the tools they need to learn and practice Italian in a small group setting, all while having fun with a variety of resources. Kids love exploring the stories behind our cultural traditions, adding a rich, hands-on experience to their language learning journey. &nbsp; &nbsp;