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Top 5 Events for Families in NYC

A Lavander Festival, Carl Schurz Family Day and more fun!

By Adina Kayton May 11, 2023

Good Morning Neighbors!

I hope this newsletter finds you well as we are all dealing with the air quality right now. As of one hour ago ABC news urged New Yorkers to stay indoors and avoid going outside. We know this can be hard with kids so here are some indoor events you can attend with a mix of outdoor events happening. Stay safe and if you have a covid mask somewhere laying around-this is the time to use it.
Have a wonderful week!

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

Join us every Friday for free New York City-inspired, picture-book readings for families and caretakers with children from ages 18 months to 5 years.

Friday June 9th 

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
FREE

2. Seaport Museum Open Day with PJ Library

Visit the Seaport Museum for free campus-wide family fun in partnership with PJ Library! 

June 11th 

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

3. Family Fun Day at Carl Schurz Park

NYC Parks and Council Member Julie Menin host a fun afternoon of crafts, inflatables, music, jumbo games, an obstacle course, and more.

Saturday June 10th from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
FREE

4. Roosevelt Island Day

Celebration of Roosevelt Island, includes island beautification projects, carnival games and rides, food, live entertainment, information booths, giveaways, and more.

June 10th from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
FREE (pay for rides and food)

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
FREE

5. Gazillion Bubble Show

The show runs about 60 minutes with no intermission and is sure to delight all ages with their tricks and millions of bubbles, it's a perfect activity for the kids!

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tickets start at $59, lap seats are $20

BONUS:

2023 Lavander Festival

The NYC Lavender Festival offers 2 days of demonstrations, workshops, and harvest your own activities at the only lavender field in the 5 boroughs of NYC.

June 10th from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
FREE

Don't Forget: Check out the new indoor Gilder Center at AMNH!!