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Mettawee River Theatre Company: The Dancing Fox – Morningside Heights
A September Go List pick: Catch the Mettawee River Theatre Company's latest alfresco production on the grounds of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine. Subtitled "Wisdom Tales of the Middle East," the show is a compilation of Jewish and Arabian folklore brought to life with beautiful handmade masks, puppets and giant figures, actors and live music. $14 for adults, $7 for children. Will be canceled in the event of rain.

Circus Amok: At the Crossroads – the Bronx & Coney Island
Another September Go List pick: Real-life bearded lady and performer, Jennifer Miller, hosts this politically minded circus. The troupe kicks off its month-long tour of NYC parks this weekend with an all-ages show themed around climate change. So expect a dose of social activism along with acrobats, stilt walkers, clowns and jugglers. Catch At the Crossroads in the Bronx's St. Mary's Park on Saturday and in Coney Island on Sunday. FREE Saturday's performance has been canceled due to rain.
 

Saturday, September 6

Mad. Sq. 200: Historic Fair – Flatiron
And another September Go List pick: Mark Madison Square Park's 200th birthday with all kinds of old-time fun. Try classic lawn games like badminton, croquet, hopscotch, marbles and jumping rope; check out retro curios from the Museum of Interesting Things and a vintage double-decker bus from the New York Transit Museum; and enjoy performances by the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, magician Kid Ace and the Commonwealth Vintage Dancers. FREE Rain or shine!

Autumn Moon Cultural Festival – Chinatown
Celebrate the Chinese harvest season at this annual fete featuring cultural performances, arts and crafts, and food vendors. FREE Rain or shine!

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Family Day – Chinatown
More Chinese harvest fun! Head to the Museum of Chinese in America to try calligraphy, paper folding and lantern making; snack on moon cakes; go on a scavenger hunt; and enjoy an Alvin Ho storytime with author Lenore Look. Space is limited so buying advance tickets is recommended. $10, free for children under 2. Indoors!

Brooke Jackman Foundation Read-a-thon – Tribeca
Commemorate September 11 by promoting literacy and endorsing peace. Head to the Tribeca Barnes & Noble for readings by children’s author Stephanie Calmenson, appearances by Broadway performers and a visit from the Commissioner of the New York City Fire Department. FREE Indoors!

Soap Box Derby 2014 – Park Slope
Get into the competitive spirit at Open Source Gallery's annual race. Kids and adults are welcome to participate but their creations must be made from repurposed materials. Join in or just cheer everyone on from the sidelines. FREE Rain or shine!

Potions & Planting Party – Chelsea
And a Go List pick from August that was just extended into September: Enjoy an interactive meal and nature activities at the '30-style rooftop restaurant Gallow Green. Children are invited to bring their loveys for finger sandwiches, treats and unlimited pink lemonade, followed by hands-on lessons in potions and planting. Read our full review for more details. Advance reservations required. $25 per person. Rain or shine!

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Sunday, September 7

West Side County Fair – Upper West Side
Our last September Go List pick of the weekend: Get a little bit country at this annual Upper West Side favorite. Enjoy small carnival rides, live sideshow performers, a reptile show, an interactive environmental area and some country vendors. Perfect for preschoolers! FREE

Ferragosto – the Bronx
Head to NYC's other Little Italy in the Belmont section of the Bronx for a taste of old-world culture with commedia dell'arte-style street performers, live music, kids' activities, shopping and the delicious food Arthur Avenue is famous for. FREE

Adoptapalooza – Union Square
Is your family looking to add a new four-legged member? Then head to this annual animal adoption fair in Union Square Park, where you'll find more than 300 cats, dogs and other pets looking for loving homes. There will also be book signings, training and agility demos, advice about pet health care, training and grooming, and kids' activities. FREE

Alley Pond Adventure Course Free Public Sundays – Douglaston
See if you and your kids (ages 8 and up) can tackle Alley Pond Park's challenging adventure course featuring a zip line, a rock climbing wall, a trust fall station, swings, nets and other obstacles. FREE but participation is first come, first served

Film Forum Jr.: Raiders of the Lost Ark – West Village
Introduce the tweens to Indiana Jones and his archeological adventures as the Film Forum kicks off a new season of its family movie series. $7.50

The Sound of Art: Family Tour and Workshop – Upper East Side
Tour the Guggenheim exhibit Under the Same Sun: Art from Latin America Today and then create your own wind chimes from repurposed materials with help from artist Carlos Amorales and Bash the Trash's Skip La Plante. $15 per family

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Don't forget: You can find even more fun in our jam-packed Event Calendar. Before heading out on your adventures, be sure to download our FREE Mommy Poppins Kids on the Go app so you can find the best family destinations wherever you happen to be in NYC.

Circus Amok photo by Shehani Fernando