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Top 9 Things To Do In NYC This Week

Earth Day Celebrations, Performances and Story Times!

By Adina Kayton April 20, 2023

Good Morning Neighbors! 

**Welcome to the Weekly Events Roundup!** 

This newsletter is a weekly highlight summary of all the upcoming events in our community for families with children. We hope you find it helpful and informative! 

**This week's events include:**

1. Big Kick by Asphalt Green

Details: Kids age 6 to 11 are invited to participate in an outdoor soccer festival under the lights on Litwin Field. Kids will test and demonstrate their soccer skills in a variety of activities including fan-favorite, inflatable soccer darts. 

  Date: Friday from 5pm to 8pm on the Litwin Field 

2. StoryTime @ MCNY: City Sights, Smells, and Sounds

StoryTime @ MCNY is a free, weekly, drop-in, picture-book reading series for families and caretakers with children ages 18 months to 5 years. Join them every Friday morning from 10:00 –11:00am for an engaging storytelling session led by a museum educator, plus interactive activities and snacks! The monthly theme for March is City Sights, Smells, and Sounds. 

Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
FREE

3. Big Swim by Asphalt Green

Big Swim gives young swimmers ages 6-11 the thrill of a 25-yard race and access to one of Manhattan’s only Olympic pools. Complete with starting blocks, a timed finish, and announcers, medals are awarded to each child after their lap and an ice pop before leaving. Registration is required.

 Date: April 29th from 11am to 2pm FREE

4. Spring Family Day at Carnegie Hall!

Enjoy free, interactive, and fun musical activities and performances in Carnegie Hall’s Resnick Education Wing. Recommended for families with children ages 3-10, Family Day is an anticipated musical adventure that returns each season with brand-new themes and activities.

This event is free and open to the public. Date: April 30th from 12:00pm to 4:00pm

5. Union Square: It's My Park! Day

A very Hungry Caterpillar Show, Face Painting, Composting for kids, crafts and more!! 

 Date: April 29nd from 10:00am-1:00pm FREE


Looking for more fun in NYC, Upper East Side? 

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