Nature (Science, Outdoors, Gardens, Animals)
Summer Salute To Heroes
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Friday, May 24, 2013 at Various times Repeating every day through Tuesday, May 28, 2013
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| Where: | Pier 86, W. 46th St. and 12th Ave., New York NY 10036 | |
| Cost: | Some events are free, others require admission | |
| Contact: | 212-245-0072 | |
| Website: | http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/MemorialDayWeekend2013.aspx | |
| Ages: | All | |
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May 24-28. Museum hours: Monday - Friday 10AM - 5PM; Saturday, Sunday, & Holidays 10AM - 6PM.
The Intrepid will honor our service men and women. Pier 86 will be filled with displays, hands-on activities, and live performances. There will also be a free screening of Top Gun on the Flight Deck, a Memorial Day Ceremony featuring the unfurling of a 100-foot American flag, a panel discussion focused on African Americans in WWII, and more. See website for a complete list of activities.
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- Adults
- Kids (5-9)
- NYC
- Outdoor
- Preschooler (2-5)
- Tweens/Teens (10 and up)
- Indoor
- Recurring
- Uptown
- Classes (Workshops, Arts and Crafts)
- Festivals (Fairs, Parties, Parades)
- Films (Movies)
- Midtown West
- Holiday (Seasonal, Special Events)
- Museums (Exhibits, Tours)
- Nature (Science, Outdoors, Gardens, Animals)
- Shows (Concerts, Dance, Theater)
Opening Weekend: Dinosaur Safari
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Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 10:00am to 5:30pm Repeating every day through Sunday, May 26, 2013
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| Where: | 2300 Southern Boulevard , Bronx NY 10460 | |
| Cost: | Total Experience Tickets: $33.95 (Ages 13 & up), $23.95 (Ages 3-12), $28.95 (Ages 65+) | |
| Contact: | (718) 220-5100 | |
| Website: | http://www.bronxzoo.com/dino/ | |
| Ages: | All | |
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Opening weekend May 25-26, 10:00AM-5:30PM.
Ride through a land of life-like massive dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures that roar, snarl, hiss, and move.
Special Opening Weekend Activities:
Adaptations! A Dinosaur Musical: With the help of a friendly tortoise, future paleontologists Marsh and Cope take a trip back in time to discover the adaptations that allowed dinosaurs to survive for millions of years. When the boys stumble upon a gigantic T. Rex, they must learn to adapt quickly so they don't become extinct!
May 25–27 at 12:30, 1:15, 2:00, 2:45, and 3:30 p.m., Asia Theater
Meet & Greet: Celebrate opening day of Dinosaur Safari with costume characters Sid and Scrat from the hit movie, Ice Age.
May 25–26 at 1:00, 2:30, and 3:30 p.m., 4-D Theater
Crafts: Create a special Ice Age mask to take home.
May 25–26 from 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m, Dancing Crane Plaza
Ticket price includes unlimited access to Dinosaur Safari ride, 4-D Theater, Bug Carousel, Congo Gorilla Forest, Jungle World, Butterfly Garden, Children's Zoo, Zoo Shuttle & Wild Asia Monorail.
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Sunset Ecology Cruise
| When: | Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 5:00pm to 8:00pm | |
| Where: | Emmons Ave. & Bedford Ave., Brooklyn NY | |
| Cost: | $55 | |
| Contact: | 917-371-8577 or donriepe@gmail.com | |
| Website: | http://www.nyharborparks.org/visit/jaba.html | |
| Ages: | All | |
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Cruise along the backwaters of Jamaica Bay. See nesting egrets, herons, ibis, peregrine falcon, and osprey. Cost includes 3-hour narrated tour, wine, cheese, fruit, and snacks. Reservations required.
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Family Art Project: Button Bouquets
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Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 10:00am to 1:00pm Repeating every day through Sunday, May 26, 2013
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| Where: | West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx NY 10471 | |
| Cost: | Free with paid admission (Admission charge waived until noon on Saturday) | |
| Contact: | 718.549.3200 | |
| Website: | http://www.wavehill.org/events/family-art-project-button-bouquetsramos-de-botone... | |
| Ages: | All | |
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May 25 & 26 10 AM - 1 PM.
View Wave Hill’s garden and flower beds and get inspired to make your own bouquet. Use buttons to add naturally inspired details.
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Adventures NYC
| When: | Sunday, June 23, 2013 at 12:00pm to 4:00pm | |
| Where: | 72nd Street Entrance, New York NY | |
| Cost: | Free | |
| Contact: | 311 | |
| Website: | https://www.nycgovparks.org/highlights/festivals/adventures-nyc | |
| Ages: | All ages | |
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Discover adventure right here in NYC with a day of FREE outdoor fun!
Activities Include:
The North Face® Passport Program
REI® Adventure Zone
UBC Rock Climbing Zone
Kayaking Zone
Vermont Adventure Center
Mountain Bike Expo
Cabot Community Tour
Bike Helmet Giveaway, courtesy of NYC DOT
Health & Fitness Clinics
Outdoor Gear Exhibits
Hand Cycling
Free Bike Valet Parking
Live Music & Entertainment
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