MARCH FAMILY EVENTS IN BROOKLYN!

written by Jen #supermom

Spring is ALMOST here….on March 20th we will officially be able to say Winter is over (now let’s hope the weather follows that sentiment)!  There is so much going on here in Brooklyn during the month of March.  Here are some family activities, from live music, an interactive museum exhibit, ice skating to origami…a little something for everyone.  And for all of the carousel-lovers out there, the Prospect Park Carousel reopens on March 24th!

* Miss Nina & the Jumping Jacks (Brooklyn Central Library, Dweck Center):   “Every Day’s Your Birthday” is the title track of Miss Nina & the Jumping Jacks soon-to-be-released new album and the motto of the band! Come on out and celebrate with some high energy, family fun music (pop, rock, hip-hop) that all ages will love to clap, sing, jump and dance along too.  March 5th, 1-2pm.  http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/events-youth-families-mis-central-library-dweck-cen-030516


* First Sunday Family and Kids Events at Brooklyn Gardens (March 6th):
-Origami Academy (Lillian and Amy Goldman Atrium): Join the paper-folding pros and learn how to craft tiny animals and flowers!  Classes begin every half hour.  Let by Taro’s Origami Studio.  10am-12pm.   Ages 7+.  http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/origami_academy_animals_flowers


– Lego Cherry Esplanade (Lillian and Amy Goldman Atrium): Use Lego blocks to build BBG’s renowned Cherry Esplanade in miniature form.  Led by Eleanor Rodgers, Kensington Lego Class.  10am-12pm.  Ages 4+.  http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/lego_cherry_esplanade


– Fold a Fire Truck (Japanese Craft House):  Make your own ori-model paper truck.  Led by Taro’s Origami Studio.  Ages 5+.  http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/fold_a_fire_truck


– Japanese Bamboo Insect Hotel (Japanese Craft House): Build lodging for your tiny buggy guests!  Ages 5+.  http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/japanese_bamboo_insect_hotel



* “Our City” Exhibit (Brooklyn Children’s Museum): This is a new interactive exhibit where children take on roles of urban planners, artists, architects and visionaries as they talk about places they call home.  It challenges visitors to consider what i means to be a neighborhood and what makes a neighborhood.  Who do you greet when you step outside or walk down the street?  What are the characteristics of a happy and healthy neighborhood?  On view March 10th – September 4th. http://www.brooklynkids.org/exhibits


* Cinderella (BAM, Fisher Fishman Space):  Solo performer Shona Reppe presents a witty interpretation of the classic fable.  Set on an inventive tabletop stage, this production uses puppetry, secret hatches, hidden doors and a handbag full of magic to tell Cinderella’s story.  This show engages young audience’s imagination, inviting them to complete the story for a truly dramatic experience.  March 12th-13th (see link for specific times). Duration: 45 min, $15 per ticket. Ages 5-7.  http://www.bam.org/kids/2016/cinderella


* Lakeside Spring Ice Spectacular (Lefrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park):  Show everyone what you’ve gont in the spring figure skating show, featuring solos, duets, and group numbers!  Group number registration includes three half hour rehearsals on Saturdays before the show as well as skate rental, show  accessories and keepsake programs on the performance day.  March 12th, 4-6:30pm.  $40 for one event, $60 for 2.  Admission is free to attend, $5 for a chair rental.  Contact Lefrak to reserve a spot! http://lakesidebrooklyn.com/events/lakeside-spring-ice-spectacular/


* Alice in Wonderland (Puppetworks):  Lewis Carroll’s English adventure with an original song score!  Suggested for ages 3+.  Running through April 24th on Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30 and 2:30pm.  Child: $9, Adult: $10.  http://www.puppetworks.org/


* Babywild: A Spellbound Production (Old Stone House, JJB Byrne):  What does the world look like through the eyes of a baby? In this playful performance for the youngest audiences, a regular-seeming home is transformed into a magical world of surprising discoveries.  Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers touch – climb and explore along with the performers and puppets who bring this gentle story to life.  March 5th, 6th, 19th and 20th at 10am and 11:15am.  Single child family ticket – $30, Multiple child family ticket – $40.  Tickets available online.  For babies 6-8 months. Duration: 45 min. http://achildgrows.com/thecalendar/babywild-spellbound-production-old-stone-house/2016-03-19/


* Story Time (Powerhouse, 1111 8th Ave in Park Slope):  Every Sunday morning from 11:30am – 12:30pm, there is story time for all tiny eyes and ears.  2 or 3 excellent stories will be told!  Free, for ages 2-6.  http://powerhouseon8th.com/

Posted on February 29th, 2016
Posted by Jen Valu