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Beach Trips Without a Car:

June 3, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

pier village long

It’s hot out. What better way to beat the heat than hitting up a beach. No car? No worries. Here is a list of several beaches that are all easily accessible via public transportation.  New Jersey:  Asbury Park, New Jersey is an easy trip from Penn Station. Hop on  NJ Transit and be at the beach in just over an hour. Here you will find amazing food, hip boutiques, tons of … [Read more...] about Beach Trips Without a Car:

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM!

June 3, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

Summer's here the ice cream trucks are back out on every block and we're highlighting our favorite ice cream spots all throughout the city. We'll also include a special stop where you can make your own ice cream and an all-you-can eat ice cream festival that's going down in a couple of weeks- yes, you read that right all-you-can-eat ice cream!   Van Leeuwen This … [Read more...] about You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM!

Spring Day Trips

April 12, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

Coney Island

The weather is getting warmer and there is no better time to get out and enjoy our beautiful area. Here are some great ideas for day trips close to the City. Whether you stay close to FiDi or venture further there is something for everyone!   Close to NYC: NY Botanical Gardens Orchid Show This stunning installation by famed designer Jeff Leatham is on display until … [Read more...] about Spring Day Trips

Neighborhood Itineraries

March 28, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

Alamo Draft House movie theater

Looking for some ideas of how to spend your weekend in Lower Manhattan? Here are some itineraries that will take you through FiDi Tribeca and Battery Park City…   Tribeca & Battery Park City  Start the day off in Tribeca at a one hour drop in session at the Craft Studio . Sessions are $26.95 and you can enjoy such crafts as clay play, woodworking, fabric, and much … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Itineraries

President’s Day Camps

February 17, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

Whether you are staying in town or need some relief for a few days we have you covered! See below for a listing of the best camps for President’s Week break. There are one day and full week options!    FiDi Nory  Downtown’s beloved STEM based camp is offering a special two-day camp during President’s  Week for those interested in robotics. Kids use problem-solving … [Read more...] about President’s Day Camps

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THE SEAPORT BEACH FEST—THE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND WEE THE SEAPORT BEACH FEST—THE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND WEEKEND BASH—COMES TO LOWER MANHATTAN IN CELEBRATION OF THE FOURTH OF JULY. Join a weekend celebration from this Friday July 1st-Monday, July 4th at Pier 16 & 17th. The piers will be transforming into pop-up sand beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas,, live music performances, food trucks and pop-up bars 
 For the full schedule of live performances, please visit the website https://theseaport.nyc/events/the-seaport-beach-fest/
The Seaport will also debut a sculpture from world renowned sand sculptor John Gowdy, a retired New Jersey firefighter who has been sculpting from sand for more than 30 years.  www.theseaport.nyc @theseaportnyc  

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Free event going on now Battery Park City is hosti Free event going on now Battery Park City is hosting a FREE FIELD DAY!School’s out for the summer! Pack a picnic lunch and kick-off the season with us in Rockefeller Park. Join us for fun games with Youth Athletes United and participate in the annual Battery Park City tug-o-war!

FREE EVENT
Today 12:00pm-2:00pm
New day trip from Lower Manhattan alert! Williamsb New day trip from Lower Manhattan alert! Williamsburg is reopening their new Putting Green a 18--hole mini golf course on the waterfront in Williamsburg. The putting green is a climate changed- themed course with each hole showcases some of the issues facing our planet. 
Food trucks will be set up for lunch and snacks

Tickets: $10 Adults/ $5 Kids
Location: River St. & North 1st St., Brooklyn
Directions:  Pier 11’s NYC Ferry’s East River Route to North Williamsburg Stop
Happy Father’s Day to all the awesome dads out t Happy Father’s Day to all the awesome dads out there. We celebrate you 🥰
Fun free event 🥰Creativity. Unleashed. Shoe Sur Fun free event 🥰Creativity. Unleashed. Shoe Surgeon style. Bring your own sneaker or apparel, or you can use a Seaport Kids t-shirt, and the SRGN staff will be there to bring your idea into reality. The event is free to attend and all supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity! This event is offered in partnership with Little Kid Big City and The Shoe Surgeon.

BRING YOUR OWN SHOE
You may bring any shoe of your choice. We recommend simple models like Air Force 1s, Vans, and high-top Chucks as they are the easiest to customize. If you do not bring a shoe to customize, there will be t-shirts and tote bags onsite for you to use. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Camp update! The Best Art camp in New York City. Camp update!

The Best Art camp in New York City. Art, yoga & meditation are the focus with each week, giving children a truly unique camp experience unlike any other. Our 5 day camps run based out of the Upper West Side. Art making in all mediums while outside in Central Park and Riverside Park. 

We Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Play, Stretch and Meditate. Additionally, an inspired weekly museum field trips.  Run by Teaching Artists, there's simply no camp like our creative and mindful Spark Camp. Ages 6+.

Register at: https://www.thespark.nyc/camps/

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