Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

Weekend Fun in FiDi

New York Family Camp Fair (FREE) on February 1st in Battery Park

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New York Family Camp Fair (FREE) on February 1st in Battery Park

 

Finding solutions to keep your kiddos busy and active over the summer holidays is a real head-scratcher. If you’re anything like us, you’ll be putting together a patchwork of camps, childcare programs and babysitters to get you through! Get a headstart on your summer planning by attending one of New York Family’s totally *FREE* Camp Fairs.

We gather dozens of the best day camps, sleep-away camps, education programs, childcare and specialty programs together so you can meet program directors and find the best fit for your children.

Upcoming Camp Fairs: 
February 1st – Battery Park City School in Battery Park, 12 – 3pm

Spaces are limited, so we recommend RSVP-ing in advance to save your spot. Click the button below to register!

RSVP HERE

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9/11 Memorial’s Annual 5K Run/Walk and Community Day on April 26th

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9/11 Memorial’s Annual 5K Run/Walk and Community Day on April 26th

 

Registration has begun for the 9/11 Memorial’s Annual 5K Run/Walk and Community Day, which takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2020. Join the community in a special gathering to remember and represent the resilience of our city. The route begins in lower Manhattan and takes participants through scenic Battery Park with iconic views of One World Trade Center and the Statue of Liberty. The 5K Run/Walk ends adjacent to the Memorial Plaza where Community Day takes place, which is free and open to the public featuring activities and entertainment for all ages.

FiDi Families Insiders: Use code FIDIFAMILIES to receive $10 off registration. Kids 12 and under are FREE.

For more information and to register please visit their website HERE

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Storybook Reading and Activity: SkySisters at National Museum of the American Indian

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Storybook Reading and Activity: SkySisters by Jan Bourdeau Waboose (Ojibway)

Join museum staff  for a storybook reading and related make-and-take activity. January’s book is SkySisters by Jan Bourdeau Waboose (Ojibway).

Date: Saturday, January 11

Time: 1:00pm — 2:00pm

Location: One Bowling Green: 1st Floor, imagiNATIONS Activity Center Classroom (National Museum of the American Indian)

Age: All ages

Cost: Free

FiDi Insiders: While you’re there, swing by their ongoing imagiNATIONs Activity Center

For more information visit their website HERE!

 

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Chinese New Year Family Festival at China Institute

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Chinese New Year Family Festival

Kick off the Year of the Rat with China Institute’s signature Lunar New Year Celebration for families. The festival opens with a lion dance followed by New Year-themed workshops and activities including dumpling making, lantern-making, educational workshops, interactive storytelling, paper cutting, New Year treats, crafts, and a special Year of the Rat puppet show by Chinese Theatre Works. Attendees can also visit the “The Art of Chinese New Year,” an interactive installation celebrating the Chinese New Year holiday and its traditional visual and performance arts.

Date: Sunday, February 2

Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Location: 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor (China Institute)

Age: All ages

General Admission: Free ticketed admission; $5 for kids’ workshop.

For the full schedule and to rsvp for free tickets, please visit their website HERE!

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Chanukah on Ice at Pier 17 Winterland

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Chanukah on Ice at Pier 17 Winterland

 

FiDi Families and friends are invited to the Rooftop Ice Rink at Pier 17 for a Chanukah Celebration. Join us on Sunday, December 22nd from 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm as we light the Menorah, symbolizing the miracle of Chanukah. Traditional holiday fare and crafts for children will be offered.

Date: Sunday, December 22nd

Time: 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Location: Pier 17 Rooftop Ice Rink

Cost: $18 for skates and entry / activities. No cost if you are not skating.

FiDi Families Insiders: RSVP requested but not mandatory.

Activities Throughout the Event

Skate to Chanukah Music

Grand Ice Menorah Lighting

Musical Performance by The FiDi Hebrew School Latkas & Sufganiyot

Face Painting

Balloon Twisting

Cotton Candy

Popcorn

Chanukah Crafts

Dreidle Mascot

To learn more and to RSVP, please visit their website HERE.

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