Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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Free Basketball Group Lessons at Rockefeller Park

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Calling all kids interested in learning basketball basics like dribbling and passing with an emphasis on fun. Kids are encouraged to have fun and play with their friends, with adjustable hoops to accommodate kids of all sizes. Fun is emphasized over competition. Led by Parks Programming leaders, children do drills and play games to improve their skills. Close-toed shoes required. 

Date: Monday’s (through October, except 5/28, 9/3, 10/8)

Session 1: 2:45p – 3:15p for ages: 3 – 4 years old

Session 2: 3:30p – 4:15p for ages: 5 – 6 years old

Session 3: 4:30p – 5:15p for ages: 7 and older

Location: Basketball courts at Nelson A. Rockefeller Park (located between Warren & Murray)

Fee: Free

For more information, please visit their website HERE

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Spring Basketball Clinics at Spruce Street School

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Date(s): March 11th – May 20th

Time: 12p – 1:45pm

Location: 2 Spruce Street (Spruce Street School Gymnasium)

Fee: $50/per session

OR monthly fees available: 

March = $125

April = $175

May = $125

For more information and registration, please visit the website HERE

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Chelsea Recreation Center is hosting a Free Presidents Day Basketball Clinic

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Chelsea Recreation Center is hosting a Free Presidents Day Basketball Clinic

Date: Monday, February 20th

Clinic(s):

Clinic 1: 1pm – 2pm for 7 – 9 yo

Clinic 2: 2pm – 3pm for 10 – 11 yo

Clinic 3: 3pm – 4pm for 12 – 14 yo

Location: 430 West 25th Street (Chelsea Rec Center)

FiDi Families Insiders: Membership to the Parks program is free for kids 17 and younger. A waiver will need to be completed at the clinic, but nothing else to do! 

Registration via Email: 

wilson.tenorio@parks.nyc.gov

christopher.epps@parks.nyc.gov

For more information, please visit their website HERE

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Register Now for New York Jr. NBA 3V3 Leagues

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Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity for your young athlete. The Jr. NBA offers a 3v3 League that will launch next month. The objective of the league is to impact youth players’ long-term development by delivering a fun on court experience that creates additional opportunities for boys and girls ages 10-14 to engage in play, foster skill development, and cultivate friendships. The best part is throughout the season, there will be opportunities to engage with members of the Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks. The 8th Grade Division winners will be eligible to play in the Jr. NBA National Championship!

Date: Thursday, March 9th [Read more…]

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Children’s Basketball in Battery Park (FREE)

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Children's Basketball in Battery Park (FREE)

Children’s Basketball!  Children’s community basketball on the Rockefeller Park courts on Monday afternoons!

Kids are encouraged to have fun and play with their friends, with adjustable hoops to accommodate kids of all sizes. Fun is emphasized over competition. Led by Parks Programming leaders, children do drills and play games to improve their skills. Close-toed shoes required. The basketball courts in Rockefeller Park are located between Warren & Murray Streets.

Date: Monday’s (through October!) [Read more…]

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March Madness on Maiden Lane

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Calling all FiDi Families…Enjoy March Madness in your own backyard! Introducing Lower Manhattan’s newest event space at 180 Maiden Lane. Check out this dynamic space with a plush lawn, bistro tables and filtered water fountains, with the backdrop of the East River in a glass enclosed destination. This new public spaces boasts a viewing screen for events, such as sporting events, plus great food and tons of indoor space. 

March Madness Promo Resized

 

Dates: Thursday, March 17th and Friday, March 18th

Time: 11:30a – 3p

Location: 180 Maiden Lane

For more information, please visit their website HERE

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The Harlem Globetrotters at MSG

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The Harlem Globetrotters at MSG

The Harlem Globetrotters at MSG. Come enjoy the return of the Harlem Globetrotters to Madison Square Garden. This holiday season features three games with there 90th anniversary world tour. There will be a star-studded roster performing ball handling and their basketball expertise. This is a family friendly, entertaining event. 

The Harlem Globetrotters are preparing to celebrate their 90th anniversary world tour, with over 320 games. in North America alone. Prior to the game, spend time on the court with your friends, family, and the Globetrotters. From shooting, learning ball tricks, getting autographs, and taking selfies this pre-show “Magic Pass” will be fun for all! Keep in mind, all customers must have a game ticket AND Magic Pass for entry, children will need to be accompanied by an adult, and everyone must wear soft/rubber soled shoes must be worn on court.

Date(s): Sunday, December 27th and Monday, December 28th [Read more…]

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