Kid Activities In The Hamptons And North Fork This Weekend: July 20-21

7/18/13 - By Natalie Silverstein

It's late July, and right on cue, a heat wave has settled on the Northeast. When done cooling off in the ocean or pool, grab a blanket and enjoy Shakespeare under the stars on Shelter Island. Enjoy the Family Fun Day Summer Picnic and a performance of The Fish Juggler in Bridgehampton. Need one more fireworks spectacular? The Great Bonac Fireworks Show by Grucci in East Hampton is an annual favorite. Visit the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center for an educational outing on butterflies, flowers, and marine animals. Looking for some air conditioned fun? Prepare ye the way to see Godspell in Southampton. Read on for more details about other "hot" events this weekend. Also check out 25 Things To Do On The North Fork With Kids.

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Our Fabulous Variety Show Presents Godspell - Southampton
The First Presbyterian Church in Southampton hosts the Our Fabulous Variety Show players as they present Godspell. Written by the composer who created Wicked, Godspell features colorful costumes and songs including Day by Day and Learn Your Lessons Well. Enjoy a modern re-telling of the New Testament parables.

Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing - Shelter Island
Hop the ferry to Shelter Island and bring a basket, a beach chair, and a picnic supper. Enjoy Shakespeare's classic comedy story of two pairs of star-crossed lovers and mistaken identity. The good news: alls well that ends well.

Saturday, July 20

Butterflies And Flowers: Best Friends Forever - Bridgehampton
For kids who enjoy live butterfly exhibits in a zoo or a museum, and wonder what the relationship between flowers and butterflies is really all about, this is the perfect workshop. Visit the butterfly garden, learn how to attract butterflies, and learn how butterflies, insects, and flowers help each other survive. Plant flower seeds to take home and create a butterfly garden.

Mimi's Manner's Class - Westhampton
Little ones learn the basics of dining etiquette, practice handshaking, and learn the art of composing thank you notes, all while enjoying the magical surroundings of the historic castle.

Family Fun Day Summer Picnic And The Fish Juggler - Bridgehampton
Celebrate summer and continue to Dig Into Reading at the Hampton Library. Games, lunch, and refreshments are provided. Bring a blanket or a chair to enjoy the East End Special Players rendition of The Fish Juggler.

Animals That Dig-In With South Fork Natural History Museum - Amagansett
The South Fork Natural History Museum visits the Amagansett Free Library and brings along a trove of amphibians, reptiles, turtles, frogs, salamanders, and toads for kids to see and touch as they learn about how these animals "dig-in."

Riverhead Foundation Marine Center: Behind The Scenes Tour - Bridgehampton
Budding marine biologists (ages 10 years and up) learn about the rescue and rehabilitation of marine mammals and sea turtles. Interact with professional marine biologists and see rehabilitated seals and turtles.

Annual Great Bonac Fireworks Show By Grucci - East Hampton
The Clamshell Foundation sponsors this annual spectacular, staged by the world-famous Grucci Family. The best viewing spots are Maidstone Park, Gann Road, Sammy's Beach, Hands Creek Road, and anywhere near Three Mile Harbor.

Sunday, July 21

Wonderspark Puppets: The Case Of The Missing Kitten - Southampton
At the Southampton Center, search for clues and sing songs in this puppet show. Try to solve the biggest cat-napping case of the century.


Photo Credit: South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center