Community Corner
Where to Go With the Kids: Nov. 7-13
The weekly lowdown on kids events in Prospect Heights and Prospect Park as well a selection from North Park Slope, South Fort Greene, Boerum Hill and Crown Heights.

Monday, November 7
This weekly event allows kids ages 0 to 5 hear stories and play with toys. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10-10:35 a.m. Free.
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with admission.
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This once-a-month event is for children ages 9-12. Call 718-230-2117 for more information. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 5 p.m. Free.
Teens swap books in a social environment. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 3:30 p.m. Free.
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This monthly open mic series co-hosted by Urban Word, is run by teens for teens. There is a featured poet and teen poets, spoken word artists, emcees, scholars and activists are invited to add their voices. 10 Grand Army Plaza, 5 p.m. Free.
Tuesday, November 8
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with admission.
Stories and songs. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10-10:25 a.m. 0-18 months. Free.
This weekly event allows toddlers 18 to 36 months to enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Pacific Library, 25 4th Ave. at Pacific St. 10:30 a.m. Free.
This weekly event features stories, songs and sign language. , 755 Dean St (at the corner of Underhill Ave), 10:30 a.m., $5/family.
Storytime with Charu Join Charu and her crew of readers as they read from your favorite stories. If your child have a favorite book, bring it along and they'll be happy to include it. Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.
, 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 10 - 10:30 a.m., $5 per family.
Explore art, science, and culture in a fun and wacky way. 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older.
Seed Safari Kids trek through the museum’s garden looking for seeds that fly, seeds that float, and seeds that catch a ride. Then they will gather their own seeds to start a garden at home. 1:30 p.m., 4 and up. Free with admission of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older.
Kids look at German Expressionists’ portraits and landscapes and discuss ‘What makes a face?’ The class also covers color and mixing using pastels and perspective. 3:30 to 5:00 (ages 4 to 7) and 5:00 to 6:30 (ages 8 to 12). (Vanderbilt bet. St. Johns Pl. and Sterling). $45.
Wednesday, November 9
Investigate the world of science with hands-on activities. 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission of $7.50 for everyone 1 year and older..
This Sing-along with Rollie Pollie Guacamolie is now inside the cafe for the winter. , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., $5 per family.
Music Jam Session Get ready to rock - join Brittany with her ukulele, sing a song, and prepare to shake your groove thing! Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.
Stories and songs. Space is limited, pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10-10:25 a.m. 0-18 months. Free.
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with admission.
An interactive live show that engages young children with original whimsical songs and stories with the help of the ukulele & musical guests, which this week, include a cello player. , 227 4th Ave. bet. President and Carroll streets. 3:30 p.m. $15.
Color is explored through different techniques on large canvas banners: oil, pastel, water crayons, buttons, and ribbons. Paint and print describing your family and home. 3:30 to 5:00 (ages 4 to 7) and 5:00 to 6:30 (ages 8 to 12). (Vanderbilt bet. St. Johns Pl. and Sterling). $45.
Thursday, November 10
Lloyd of the Deedle Deedle Dees leads a 45 minute sing-along. , 755 Dean St (at the corner of Underhill Ave), 10:30 a.m., $5/family.
Jewish Sing-Along with Kveller Kveller.com has started this new weekly sing-along, led by Ora and Yoshie Fruchter, a Brooklyn-based guitar-playing and puppet-acting duo. Two Boots Brooklyn, 514 2nd Street between 7th and 8th Avenue, 10-10:45 a.m., Free.
French Storytime French stories and songs. Great for children of French families or parents looking to expose their kids to a new language. Mini Max Toys & Cuts, 151 Atlantic Ave (at Clinton St), 10 a.m., all ages, Free.
Kids "Drum-Along" Join Ivan for this “drum-along” event. , 365 5th Ave (between 5th and 6th St), 10-11 a.m., $5 per family.
Travel to faraway places in your imagination as you listen to exciting tales from different parts of the world. 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission.
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with admission.
Kids make papier mache deer masks and an Autumn Bird Stick puppet with mural. 3:30 to 5:00 (ages 4 to 7) and 5:00 to 6:30 (ages 8 to 12). (Vanderbilt bet. St. Johns Pl. and Sterling). $45.
Friday, November 11
The club is aimed at kids ages 8-11 but all are welcome. LaunchPad, 721 Franklin Ave. at Sterling. 4 p.m. Free.
Transit Tots This weekly drop-in program entertains the little ones. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 11 a.m., Ages 2-5, Free.
Visit the Totally Tots Art Studio at Brooklyn Children’s Museum and discover all the activities that are in store for your young Picasso. , 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., ages 5 and under, Free with admission of $7.50 per person 1 year and older.
Family Movie Night Every week a different family-friendly movie is shown at this family restaurant. The Moxie Spot, 81 Atlantic Avenue (at Hicks St), 6:45 p.m., Free.
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo sea lions showing off their dives, catching fish mid-air and other tricks. , 450 Flatbush Avenue, 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., Free with admission.
An interactive show that engages young children with original whimsical songs and stories with the help of the ukulele and special guest, the French horn. Ages 0-4, Lyceum, 227 4th Ave. at President St. 10:30 a.m. $15.
An interactive show that engages young children with original whimsical songs and stories with the help of the ukulele and musical guests. Ages 0-4, , 61 Bergen St. at Smith St. 3:30 p.m. $15.
Beginner and advanced players are invited to play together in this weekly event. , Youth Wing, Teen Reading Room, 4-5 p.m., Free.
Kids make Diptych on Wood, Forest foliage Impasto (2 4x4 paintings/thick wood) looking at Van Gogh's impasto technique. 3:30 to 5:00 (ages 4 to 7) and 5:00 to 6:30 (ages 8 to 12). (Vanderbilt bet. St. Johns Pl. and Sterling). $45.
Saturday, November 12
Baby Dance This class, for parents/caregivers and their babies includes stretching, strengthening and the learning of rhythm and movement patterns. , 348 Saint Marks Ave, 9am, $15.
Electricity Live! After an interactive tour of their newest ElectriCity: Powering New York’s Rails exhibition, kids will use everyday materials and real subway parts to demonstrate the science and magic of electricity. For all ages. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 1:30 p.m., ages 4+, Free with museum admission (Adults $7, Children 2–17, $5).
Come hear some stories. , 686 Fulton St (at S Portland St), 11 a.m., ages 3-8, Free.
There are more than 250 species of birds in Prospect Park. See some of them at this weekly event that is engaging for both children and adults. The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park), 12-1:30 p.m., Free.
Meet birds and other wildlife on this naturalist-guided walk. Find out how to use binoculars to spot some of the incredible species of birds that call Prospect Park home. Learn the history of the Boathouse and see little-known curiosities about the Park and its animal residents. Meet at the Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park). 1-3 p.m., all ages, Free.
Make all-natural and recycled crafts with a new project each week. The Audubon Center at the Boathouse (just inside the Lincoln Road/Ocean Ave. entrance to Prospect Park). 1-3 p.m., all ages, Free.
Transport yourself back in time - play games and make crafts just like kids did in 19th Century Brooklyn. Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park, 2:30-3:30 p.m., all ages, Free.
Sea Lion Feeding This daily event features the Prospect Park Zoo seals showing off their dives, catching fish in mid-air, and other tricks. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m. & 4:00 p.m., Free with admission.
Kids-RIF A weekly event for kids of all ages to earn free books while reading. , 10 Grand Army Plaza, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free.
Volunteers from the Brooklyn Beanstalk language immersion program read stories in French and Spanish. This event is suitable for ages 1 to 7 years. , Dweck Center, 1-2 p.m., ages 1 to 7, Free.
This colorful array of hopeful puppets strut their stuff in a talent competition like no other. Singers, dancers, contortionists, comedians, and more! With the help of some special celebrity judges, the audience decides the winners. , 1 p.m. Free.
Volunteers from the Brooklyn Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma read to children ages 3 to 8. , noon, Free.
Chat with zookeepers about Rodrigues Fruit Bats during these special weekend sessions. Learn how zookeepers care for animals. Keep their daily routines lively with toys, foraging games, and habitat enrichment. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., & 3:30 p.m., Free with admission.
Sunday, November 13
The Museum’s collections will inspire kids to imagine and create new worlds while exploring color and other elements of art in this ninety-minute class. , 200 Eastern Parkway, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Ages 4-7, $10.
Weekend Stories for Preschoolers Come hear stories and make crafts. , Youth Wing, 2-3 p.m., 0-5 years, Free.
Electricity Live! After an interactive tour of their newest ElectriCity: Powering New York’s Rails exhibition, kids will use everyday materials and real subway parts to demonstrate the science and magic of electricity. For all ages. New York Transit Museum, Corner of Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn St, 1:30 p.m., ages 4+, Free with museum admission (Adults $7, Children 2–17, $5).
Chat with zookeepers about Rodrigues Fruit Bats during these special weekend sessions. Learn how zookeepers care for animals. Keep their daily routines lively with toys, foraging games, and habitat enrichment. Prospect Park Zoo, 11:30 a.m., & 3:30 p.m., Free with admission.
Come hear your favorite children's authors read their latest books. , 143 7th Ave, 11-1 p.m., Free.
Transport yourself back in time - play games and make crafts just like kids did in 19th Century Brooklyn. Lefferts Historic House at Prospect Park, 2:30-3:30 p.m., all ages, Free.
Every second Sunday of the month, brings in entertainment for kids. Today Jammin' With You Music School performs. 6 to 7 p.m. 335 Flatbush Ave. Free.
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