New York City Events July 29, 2008
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| Concerts 357490 | Big Jeff MusicBig Jeff plays tunes from his many CDs and DVDs. 212.228.4747 http://www.nypl.org 7/29/08 Ages: 4-12 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 349988 | Dinosaurs in My HeadThaddeus Rex blends the energy of rock with the sensibility of folk music in a concert that includes plenty of dino references. http://www.nycgovparks.org 7/29/08 Ages: 2-10 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 350076 | World RhythmsTony Vacca and Abdou Sarr perform World Music. http://www.cit... foundation.org 7/29/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am-11:30am Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 349607 | Tom Gardner and Danny QuinnTom Gardner and Danny Quinn perform a musical program for kids. http://www.centralastoria.org 7/29/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 349632 | Moey's Music PartyMoey (Melissa Levis) turns tots into rock stars by passing out pompoms, maracas, and inflatable guitars during a Sandbox Sing-Along. At the E 67th Street Playground. http://www.centralparknyc.org 7/29/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-12n Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 325620 | Ernie & NealPhilly duo Ernie & Neal perform tunes for kids as part of the annual Mad. Sq. Kids series on the Oval Lawn. 212.538.6667 http://www.madisonsquarepark.org 7/29/08 Ages: 2-8 Time: 10:30am-11:15am Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 313752 | Adventures with Dora and DiegoCMoM presents the nation's only museum exhibition inspired by the popular characters from the award-winning Nickelodeon series' Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go!. The bilingual exhibit - a collaboration between CMOM, Nickelodeon, and series co-creators Chris Gifford and Valerie Walsh - uses a multi-sensory environment to transport children to Dora's house, Diego's Animal Rescue Center, and a tropical rainforest. Interactive elements help young visitors learn about Latino culture, preschool science, and animal facts. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ages: 6-10 Time: During Museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 359776 | Golden Legacy:Golden Legacy: Original Art from 65 Years of Golden Books features 60 pieces of original illustration art by legendary artists from the Little Golden Books series. The exhibition, created by the National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, includes picture book classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Home for a Bunny, Doctor Dan, the Bandage Man, and more. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/4/08 - 8/28/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During Museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 357544 | Behind the ScreenVisitors can make animations, select sound effects, and create flipbooks of themselves at an exhibition that explores how moving images are made, marketed, and exhibited. On display are licensed merchandise, from a 1920s cigar box promoting Rudolph Valentino to Star Wars and Star Trek action figures; cameras, projectors, television sets, and other technical apparatus; photographs; costumes; fan magazines; production design materials; and video and computer games. 718.784.0077 http://www.movingimage.us Ongoing Each Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 7/8/08 - 8/29/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Thu 10am-4pm; Fri 10am-6:30pm (free admission after 4pm) Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 354571 | The Paper Bag Players: 50 Years of Theater ArtPaper Bag fans can check out a nostalgic exhibit of photos, posters, historic documents, costumes, and props, many drawn from the Paper Bag Players Archives. 212.870.1630 http://www.nypl.org Ongoing Daily except Sun 5/5/08 - 8/2/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During library hours. Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 354570 | Take Me Out to the Ball GameTo celebrate the 100th anniversary of baseball theme songs, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts presents a tribute to the sport and the musicians who love it. The exhibit focuses on composers who were fans and wrote about the game, including Charles Ives and William Schuman. "Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack" looks at baseball and promotion via vaudeville and the musical stage, as well as trading cards. "Root for the Home Team" features baseball musicians, among them Jane Jarvis, long-time organist for the New York Mets, and vocalists of the national anthem. Vincent Astor Gallery. 212.870.1630 http://www.nypl.org Ongoing Daily except Sun 7/11/08 - 10/31/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Mon & Thu 12n-8pm; Tue, Wed & Fri 11am to 6pm; Sat 10am-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 349041 | Goosebumps: The Science of FearCreepy animals, loud noises, electric shocks and the fear of falling, all are explored in a safe environment that lets visitors examine the physical, emotional, and neurological impacts of fear. 201.200.1000 http://www.lsc.org Ongoing Daily 5/31/08 - 9/14/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During Center hours. Cost: Free with center admission. |
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| Exhibits 347716 | Chris Long: This Is FunLondon artist Chris Long celebrates childhood with This is Fun, a solo show that features new original works of children in their natural environments and a display of drawings by local kids. Young visitors are encouraged to explore their own creativity with a free coloring book of illustrations by the artist. 646.486.6586 info@galleryhanahou.com http://galleryhanahou.com Ongoing Daily except Sun 7/10/08 - 8/29/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Opening reception: Jul 10, 6pm-9pm. Gallery: Mon-Fri 12n-6pm; Sat by appointment only. Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 347829 | Magic: The Science of IllusionAn interactive exhibition that includes original contributions from world-renowned magicians Penn & Teller, Goldfinger and Dove, Max Maven, and Jade allows visitors to become active participants in magical illusions. Video presentations introduce visitors to four popular "tricks": transformation, mind reading, levitation, and the disembodied head. Visitors can then go backstage to experiment with hands-on activities and discover how science, math, psychology, culture, and the art of performance come together to create magic. 718.699.0005 http://www.nyscience.org Ongoing Daily 6/28/08 - 9/14/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 336220 | Nessie Does New YorkNessie Does New York: Monetizing Myth, Legend & Culture transforms apexart into the Loch Ness giftshop, stocked with items ranging from "authentic" stuffed Loch Ness monsters to mugs and key chains. The exhibit is a critical exploration into issues about the commercialization of art, myth, and culture. 212.431.5270 http://www.apexart.org Ongoing Daily except Mon, Sun 7/2/08 - 8/2/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Tue-Sat 11am-6pm; Opening reception Wed 7/2 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 333007 | Superheroes: Fashion and FantasyMovie costumes, avant-garde haute couture, and high-performance sportswear form the heart of an exhibit that reveals how the superhero serves as the ultimate metaphor for fashion. Objects are organized thematically around particular superheroes! http://www.metmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/7/08 - 9/1/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 330409 | Jeff Koons on the RoofAn installation of sculptures by American artist Jeff Koons, featuring several of the artist's meticulously crafted works, graces the Met's rooftop this summer. http://www.metmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/22/08 - 10/26/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 315980 | Lizards & Snakes: Alive!Back by popular demand, Lizards & Snakes: Alive! showcases over 60 live squamates from five continents, in re-created habitats - complete with ponds, tree limbs, rock ledges, and live plants. Over 20 species are represented including the Veiled Chameleon and the Madagascan Giant Day Gecko. 212.769.5200 http://www.amnh.org Ongoing Daily 5/24/08 - 1/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $22; Seniors & Students $16.50; Children (2-12) $13 |
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| Exhibits 305057 | A Life in WhalingAn exhibit of original artifacts such as personal items and equipment kept on board whaling vessels offers visitors a look at nineteenth century whaling in America. Included are excerpts from the 1922 film Down to the Sea Ships starring famed silent film star Clara Bow, with footage shot on a genuine whaling vessel. 212.748.8758 http://www.sou... portmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 1/25/08 - 10/1/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-18 Time: Hours vary; vist website or phone for schedule Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 284925 | The HorseThe Horse examines the powerful relationship between horses and humans and the integral role the horse has played in the history of humanity and civilization. The exhibition also presents the origins of the horse family, extending back more than 50 million years. Highlights include a diorama of horse evolution, the horse in art from the Paleolithic to the present, horse gear and armor from 16th century Germany, and a horse-drawn fire engine from the 19th century. Visitors can measure their strength in horsepower; examine different gaits of a horse by looking through a zoetrope; explore the history of horses in sports from early forms of polo to the Triple Crown and the Olympics; and learn about the latest developments in the study of horse biology and the role of the horse in modern society. 212.769.5200 http://www.amnh.org Ongoing Daily 5/17/08 - 1/24/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $22; Seniors & Students $16.50; Children (2-12) $13 |
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| Exhibits 240098 | Archaeology ZoneArchaeology Zone: Discovering Treasures from Playgrounds to Palaces helps kids discover what happens after archaeologists unearth artifacts and bring them back to their labs for analysis. Interactive features in the exhibition allow children to magnify, sketch, and weigh objects; piece together clay fragments; and dress in costumes from long ago. A family gallery tour (11:15 am) and a drop-in art workshop (12n to 4 pm) are available on opening day. 212.423.3337 http://www.thejewishmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Fri, Sat 10/14/07 - 6/15/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-10 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 103978 | BodiesA creepily cool exhibit that features 22 whole human cadavers and over 260 body parts, all preserved using a liquid silicon process. 888.9.BODIES;646.837.0300 http://www.bod... exhibition.com Ongoing Daily 11/19/05 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-18 Time: Mon-Thu 10am-7pm; Fri-Sun 10am-10pm; Summer Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-10. Last admission time is 1 hour before closing. Cost: Adults $26.50; Seniors (over 60) $22.50; Children (12 & under) $20.50; Weekends/Holidays + $1; Additional fees apply when ordering by phone or online |
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| Library Programs 352329 | Game On @ The LibraryYoung adults can play Playstation 3 and Wii games like Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, Mario Party, and more. 212.222.8030 http://www.nypl.org Ongoing Each Tue 7/8/08 - 7/29/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 12-18 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 352325 | Toddler TuesdayThe library hosts picture book stories and songs for children ages six months to three years, accompanied by a parent/caregiver. 718.549.1212 http://www.nypl.org 7/29/08 Ages: 0-3 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 312016 | Curiosity ClubChildren can enjoy stories, activities, and a simple science experiment. 212.966.3424 http://www.nypl.org 7/29/08 Ages: 4-6 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 360552 | Science BargeThe Science Barge, a sustainable urban farm designed by New York Sun Works, offers hands-on science activities on select weekday afternoons and tours on weekends. Participation is offered on a first come, first served basis. At Pier I, 70th Street and the Hudson River. 212.8703070 http://www.riversideparkfund.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/15/08 - 8/26/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Fri (call for schedule); Sat-Sun (tours) 12n, 1pm, 3pm, 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 381181 | Toddler Story TimeToddlers, ages 18 months to three years, and their parent/caregivers are invited to enjoy interactive stories, action songs, fingerplays, and socializing with other toddlers. 212.942.2445 http://www.nypl.org Ongoing Each Tue; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-3 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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