Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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National Museum of the American Indian – Taíno Workshop (FREE)

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National Museum of the American Indian - Taíno Workshop (FREE)

 

Did you the National Museum of the American Indian hosts a series of family-friendly events and entry is free, 7 days a week? Visit the Smithsonian Museum and learn about the Taíno, who are one of the Indigenous peoples of the Caribbean. Join educators in the galleries to learn more about Taíno history, culture, and worldviews from museum specialist Jorge Estévez (Taíno). Through cultural materials and live demonstrations, Jorge facilitates discussion of the persistence and depth of Taíno lifeways and living traditions.

Date: Monday, September 24th

Time: 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm

Location: One Bowling Green (National Museum of the American Indian)

Age: All ages

Cost: Free

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

For more information visit their website HERE!

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Zumba Jumpstart Classes at Battery Park (FREE)

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Zumba Jumpstart Classes at Battery Park (FREE)

 

Did you know Zumba Jumpstart classes are offered for FREE in Battery Park? If you haven’t had a chance to Zumba yet, get ready to dance, listen to fun music and sweat! Genres include salsa, merengue, hip hop and more. It’s a fun way to get fit and to learn fun dance routines. All levels welcome. 

Date: Tuesday’s (through December 18th)

Time: 10:30 am – 11: 45 am

Location: 6 River Terrace

Cost: Free

Age(s): Adults

For more information, please visit their website HERE 

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Gardening Club for Kids in Battery Park

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Gardening Club for Kids in Battery Park

 

Get the kids outside and in the dirt for a fun adventure with the Battery Park City Authority. Kids will have a chance to garden, learn about plants and socialize with other families. It’s a great chance to teach gardening skills in your own backyard. 

Date: Tuesday’s from September 4th – October 30th

Time: 4 pm – 5 pm

Age(s): 6 – 10 years old

Cost: $120 for 9 workshops

Registration can be done via email: registration@bpcparks.org and visit their website for more information HERE

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Shakespeare Downtown’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Castle Clinton in Battery Park

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Just two more nights of Shakespeare Downtown’s two week show of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This new, non-profit acting company evolved from 11 successful theatrical productions at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. Shakespeare Downtown’s goal is to give audiences a chance to experience Shakespeare’s plays as they were 400 years ago. Enjoy these free, open-air performances of Romeo and Juliet at Castle Clinton National Monument, a historic fort in The Battery.

Keep in mind that this production does not have an intermission. Tickets are available at Castle Clinton starting at 6 pm the day of the performance. There will be seating for 200 people a night. 

Date: Saturday, June 23rd & Sunday, June 24th

Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm 

Location: Castle Clinton National Monument in Battery Park

Ages: Adults, but kids welcome

Fee: Free

Click here for more details.

 

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Save the Date! City of Water Day 2018

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Save the Date! City of Water Day 2018

The region’s most popular harbor festival, City of Water Day returns Saturday, July 14th to Battery Park City this year! This family fun event, hosted by Waterfront Alliance, will have free boat tours, free kayak, sailing and paddle board lessons and many other recreational and educational activities.

FiDi Families is a media sponsor and will have an arts and crafts booth. There will also be games, Disney activities, giveaways, information and science experiments throughout. There is tons to do with the family so make sure you don’t miss out and get there early!

Date: Saturday, July 14th [Read more…]

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Plant Native Organic Trees in The Battery for Arbor Day

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Join us in The Battery for a special tree-planting activity in honor of Arbor Day.

When: Saturday, April 28

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: The Battery (Plaza in front of Castle Clinton) View Map

Age: All ages

Cost: Free with RSVP for 2-hour time slot

For more information visit their website HERE

 

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Summer Camp Pop Up in Battery Park City – April 7

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Summer Camp Pop Up in Battery Park City – April 7
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Jeff Lake Camp is bringing our signature blend of spirit, tradition, fun, and friendship to Lower Manhattan for one day! While we can’t quite fit our 50-acre lake into 6 River Terrace, we hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of tie-dye, lawn games, make your own s’mores and much more! 
 
Date: April 7th
 
Time: 3pm – 5pm
 
Location: 6 River Terrace, Battery Park City
 
Age(s): Families of all ages
 
Cost: Free
 
For more info, visit the Jeff Lake Camp website HERE
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