SEPTEMBER FAMILY EVENTS IN BROOKLYN!

written by Jen #supermom

As summer comes to a close, our children return to school and we ease back into our “normal” routine, it’s time to think about fun family events for September.   This months events include book and kite festivals, the infamous Atlantic Antic street fair and different live music events to get your groove on!


* Hip Tot Family Day: Groove to the Tunes of the Trummytones (Lefrak at Lakeside, Prospect Park): On September 13th from 11am-2pm, come groove to the unique ska, zydeco and reggae sounds of The Trummytones.   Includes live musical performances, craft activities, giveaways and more!  For children up to 8 YO and their parents.  Free! http://lakesidebrooklyn.com/events/hip-tot-family-day-groove-to-the-tunes-of-the-trummytones/


* Warmth Presents Sunday Sessions (Redwood Studios, Gowanus):  On September 13th and 27th from 2-9pm, Sunday Sessions promises to be the perfect way to wind up the weekend.  Park your stroller, grab some grub and get your dance moves on!  With a festival-like environment, Sunday Sessions will have food and drink available for purchase and kid-friendly activities like bubbles, balloons and sidewalk chalk.  http://achildgrows.com/thecalendar/warmth-presents-sunday-sessions-at-redwood-studios-gowanus-2/2015-09-13/


* Kite Festival (Harbor View Lawn at Brooklyn Bridge Park):  On Saturday September 19th from 11am-3pm, come bring your favorite kite and watch it soar!!!  Kites will be available for purchase as well.  http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org/events/kite-festival


* Brooklyn Book Festival (MetroTech Commons, Downtown Brooklyn):  From 10am-4pm on Saturday, September 19th, as part of the 10th Anniversary of the Brooklyn Book Festival there will be a Children’s Day!    Come enjoy authors and illustrators in readings, performances and workshops as they present new and beloved children’s books.  Will feature costume characters, puppetry, music performances and a children’s marketplace of booksellers.  Ages 2-11.  http://www.brooklynbookfestival.org/2015/childrens-day


* Suzi Shelton Backyard Show at Norman & Jules Backyard (158 7th Ave, Park Slope):   Come celebrate back to school  at Norman & Jules backyard playspace with award-winning and local favorite, Suzi Shelton, as she returns to her favorite toy shop to perform a series of solo shows from her latest release “Smile in My Heart”.  From 11am-12pm on Sunday, September 20th, it is ideal for families with children 0-7 YO. $20 per child, adults are free.  http://achildgrows.com/thecalendar/suzi-shelton-backyard-show-at-norman-jules-backyard-park-slope/2015-09-20/


* Chile Pepper Festival (Brooklyn Botanical Gardens):  From 11am-6pm on Saturday, September 26th come enjoy one of the longest running festivals of its kind.  Features a full day of fiery live music, dance performances from international musicians,  unique culinary creations showcasing chile peppers, fire breathers, and of course the gardens.  Advanced tickets can be purchased online ($20 for adults, Children under 12 & Members are free):  http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/chile_pepper_festival_2015


* Dance with MMDG (Mark Morris Dance Center @ BAM):  Starting September 26th through December 5th, come learn excerpts from Mark Morris Dance Group’s The Hard Nut in this class, set to live piano accompaniment.  Open to all ages, families of all backgrounds and levels. Tickets are free but must RSVP:  http://www.bam.org/classes/2015/mark-morris-dance-group-all-ages


* The 41st Annual Atlantic Antic Festival (Atlantic Avenue from Hicks St to 4th Ave):  The largest street festival in NYC, this festival on Sunday, September 27th from 12-6pm will showcase food from around the world, musical performances, shopping from local and international vendors AND an entire block dedicated to kid-friendly activities: pony rides, storytelling and face painting!  In my opinion, hands down the best street fair in Brooklyn. http://atlanticave.org/atlantic-antic/about-the-antic/



* Tildon Krautz (Central Brooklyn Library, Dweck Center): On Saturday, October 3rd from 1pm-2pm listen to live sounds of Tildon Krautz, a songwriting string band that embodies the playful universe of an award-winning children’s book illustrator.  For all ages.  http://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/events-youth-families-til-central-library-dweck-cen-100315.
I’m not going to lie, I am totally bummed that summer is almost over.   I love the heat, I love an excuse to eat ice cream often,  I love watching my almost 3 year old laugh and splash in the water, I love flip-flops, I love the smell of suntan lotion and our trips to the beach!  BUT…what I seem to forget every year is that Brooklyn is a pretty special and beautiful place to be in the Fall, and these fun events are just another reason not to dread the cooler weather that is around the corner.


Posted on August 30th, 2015
Posted by Matteo