Weekday Event Picks for NYC Kids: Valentine's Day Fun, New Hands-on Museum Exhibit, Crafts & Playtime February 9-13
It's the last week before midwinter break gives public school kids nine days off. But if you want to kick off the fun a little early, there are some cool things to do this week, like exploring the Brooklyn Children's Museum's brand-new interactive installation or indulging in a sugar-fueled Valentine's Day workshop at Chocolate Works.
Of course this being winter, snow is in the forecast again. If the weather keeps you housebound, be sure to check out our enriching list of indoor boredom busters.
Although we only highlight one event per day in this post, you can find plenty of other options in our Event Calendar and Winter Fun Guide.
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Monday, February 9
Gateway Storytime in the Discovery Room – Upper West Side
Head to the American Museum of Natural History for its weekly Monday storytime in its hands-on Discovery Room. Passes are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis that morning. Free with suggested general admission: $22 for adults, $12.50 for children ages 2-12
See all Monday events.
Tuesday, February 10
From Here to There – Crown Heights
Learn about the principles of motion at the Brooklyn Children's Museum's brand-new interactive installation. Divided into three areas and featuring 12 hands-on stations, the exhibit invites kids to discover how objects move across land, sea and through the air. Free with admission: $9
See all Tuesday events.
Wednesday, February 11
Yak Packers – Chelsea
Explore and even touch Himalayan art at the Rubin Museum's signature educational program for tots. Buying advance tickets recommended. $15 per adult-child pair
See all Wednesday events.
Thursday, February 12
Valentine's Day Dance Party – Greenpoint
Put on your dancing shoes and hit the Greenpoint branch of the Brooklyn Public Library for an early Valentine's Day celebration for the preschool set complete with singing, dancing and playtime. FREE
See all Thursday events.
Friday, February 13
Valentine's Day Workshop – Brooklyn Heights
Attention parents of treat-loving kids (a.k.a. everyone reading this): Head to Chocolate Works for this hour-long, after-school workshop where children can mold and decorate their own Valentine's Day candies. $25
See all Friday events.
For more weekday activity ideas, check out our Event Calendar, Winter Fun Guide and Indoor Activity Guide.
