New York City Events July 4, 2009
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| Dance 513274 | SylviaAmerican Ballet Theatre performs Sir Frederick Ashton's Sylvia, with music by Leo Delibes, a wonderful ballet for children of all ages. Kids go for free on Independence Day! For each full-price adult ticket purchased for the July 4th matinee, a child (ages four to 17) may attend for free. Tickets can be purchased at the Met Box Office or by phone. Visit the website for further details. 212.362.6000 http://www.abt.org Ongoing Daily 6/29/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Mon-Tue 7:30pm; Wed 2pm & 7:30pm; Thu 7:30pm; Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm Cost: $26-$175; Children (4-17) free July 4 w/adult purchase |
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| Exhibits 507870 | Lucy's Legacy: Hidden Treasures of EthiopiaLucy, the world's most famous fossil. is on display, along with a three-dimensional recreation of what she would have looked like in life, a 78 foot mural that depicts 6 million years of human evolution, and over 100 cultural artifacts from Ethiopia, Lucy's homeland. http://lucyexhibition.hmns.org Ongoing Daily 6/24/09 - 10/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: 10am-9pm (timed tickets, on the 1/2 hour) Cost: $17.50-$19.50 |
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| Exhibits 507871 | TitanicVisitors take on the identity of a Titanic passenger and explore reconstructions of the ship's interior while learning how the "unsinkable" ship met its fate. The exhibit boasts the largest collection of Titanic artifacts, many on display for the first, including jewels, china, documents, and clothing. http://www.rmstitanic.net Ongoing Daily 6/24/09 - 10/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: 10am-9:15pm (timed tickets, on the 1/2 hour) Cost: $17.50-$19.50 |
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| Exhibits 492747 | Amusement Park ScienceKids can learn about the laws of physics behind many popular amusement park rides, create their own roller coaster to explore and experiment with potential and kinetic energy, experience momentum on a spinning platform, and build their own amusement park at CMOM's Amusement Park Science exhibit. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/23/09 - 9/10/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During regular museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 446845 | Wicked PlantsBBG highlights a rogue's gallery of the most nefarious, troublesome, and even potentially deadly members of the plant kingdom, and introduces visitors to over 50 plants with the capacity to injure, poison, or just irritate humans. 718.623.7333 http://www.bbg.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/31/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During garden hours. Cost: Free with Garden admission. |
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| Exhibits 496793 | Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in ActionAdventures in Action invites visitors to step into scenes right out of action adventures and jump into Action Star Training. Kids can test their balance and speed on surf and snow boards; learn about discipline, grace, and movement through martial arts; pedal a flying machine to the stars; climb a rocky cliff; and find out about how other cultures stay in shape. 718.735.4400 http://www.brooklynkids.org Ongoing Daily 6/6/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 426650 | Frogs: A Chorus of ColorsFamilies can explore the evolution and biology of frogs, their importance to ecosystems, and the threats they face in the world's changing environments. More than 200 live frogs, from tiny dart poison frogs (some less than an inch long) to the enormous African bullfrog (as big as eight inches in diameter), are displayed in their recreated habitats, complete with rock ledges, live plants, and waterfalls. Approximately 25 species from countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Borneo, Brazil, China, Colombia, Kenya, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Russia, Sumatra, Suriname, the United States, Uruguay, Venezuela, and Vietnam are represented. Interactive stations throughout the exhibition invite visitors to activate recorded frog calls, view videos of frogs in action, and test their knowledge about frogs. Tickets are required for timed entry, which is every hour on the half hour. We advise ordering in advance of visit. 212.769.5200 http://www.amnh.org Ongoing Daily 5/30/09 - 1/3/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am-4:30pm Cost: Adults $24; Seniors & Students $18; Children (2-12) $14; includes general museum admission |
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| Exhibits 426652 | Extreme MammalsExtreme Mammals: The Biggest, Smallest, and Most Amazing Mammals of All Time explores the sometimes bizarre world of extinct and living mammals, and shines a spotlight on some of the spectacular fossils from the museum's collections in addition to showcasing animals with oversized claws, fangs, snouts, and horns. Highlights include the egg-laying platypus, the recently extinct Tasmanian wolf, fleshed-out models of spectacular extinct forms (don't miss Ambulocetus, a "walking whale"), and live sugar gliders (small marsupials that can glide over 150 feet). Media displays, animated computer interactives, hands-on activities, touchable fossils, casts, and taxidermied specimens round out the experience. Admission is by ticketed timed entry only. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or in person at the admissions desk. 212.769.5200 http://www.amnh.org Ongoing Daily 5/16/09 - 1/3/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $24; Seniors & Students $18; Children (2-12) $14 (plus suggested museum admission) |
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| Exhibits 426711 | Abraham Lincoln in His Own WordsAn exhibit featuring rare and important letters, papers, and official documents in Abraham Lincoln's own hand opens on the 200th anniversary of his birth. 212.873.3400 http://www.nyhistory.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/12/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 421661 | Learning Through ArtSelections of artwork by second- through sixth-grade students from 16 public schools throughout New York City are on display. The colorful and imaginative works on display include prints, paintings, sculpture, masks, quilts, papier-mâché, clay, and more. 212.423.3587 http://www.guggenheim.org Ongoing Daily except Thu 5/13/09 - 8/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: Unknown Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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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 Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/20/08 - 12/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-10 Time: During Museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 357922 | Climate Change: The Threat to LifeThe museum's exhibit examines one of the most pressing scientific issues of our time: the massive, human-induced warming of Earth, a phenomenon that could lead to drought, rising sea levels, heavy storms, and other events with potentially dire impacts on the health of society and the natural world. The exhibition explores the science, history, and impact of climate change, and illuminates ways in which individuals, communities, and nations can reduce their carbon footprints, using realistic dioramas, hands-on activity stations, and dynamic animations. 212.769.5200 http://www.amnh.org Ongoing Daily 10/18/08 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $22; Seniors & Students $16.50; Children (2-12) $13 |
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| Exhibits 498438 | Claes OldenburgThe Whitney presents an exhibit of Oldenburg's early sculpture, including Giant BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich) (1963), French Fries and Ketchup (1963), and Soft Toilet (1966), plus a series of hard and soft sculptures of musical instruments by Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen. 212.570.3600 http://www.whitney.org Ongoing Daily except Mon, Tue 5/7/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 343503 | Focus: Ad Reinhardt and Mark RothkoThis installation of paintings by Reinhardt and Rothko focuses on works created between the late 1940s and the early 1960s, during which each artist identified the style and format that would engage him for the rest of his career. 212.708.9805 http://www.moma.org Ongoing Daily except Tue; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 523591 | Maelstrom on the RoofAmerican sculptor Roxy Paine's Maelstrom, a stainless steel sculpture inspired by vascular networks, tree roots, industrial piping, and fungal mycelia graces the Met's rooftop this summer. http://www.metmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/28/09 - 10/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Exhibits 204506 | Gods, Myths & Mortals: Discover Ancient GreeceCMoM's latest 4,000 square foot exhibition introduces kids to the world of ancient Greece. Visitors can climb into an enormous Trojan Horse, outwit the Cyclops, sing with the Sirens, discover the roots of democracy and western education in the Greek town square, scale the Acropolis, and construct a Greek Temple. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 9/16/08 - 12/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-10 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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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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| Field Trips 508202 | Grand Central Scramble Scavenger HuntWatson Adventures hosts a whirlwind scavenger hunt through Manhattan's amazing train station. To win, teams must go nuts in the Whispering Gallery, learn a secret about the stars, find TV stars in the Food Court, stand on fish under an upside-down tree in the Grand Central Market, learn the arrival time of a "ghost" train, and think like Willie Wonka in the Transit Museum Gallery. Kids must be accompanied by adults, and vice versa; teams with only adults or only kids are not permitted on this hunt. Order tickets in advance online 877.946.4868 rsvp@watsonadventures.com http://www.watsonadventures.com 7/4/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Cost: Adults (13 & up) $22; Children (7-12) $18 |
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| Films 516305 | A Three Pack of The JacksonsThe Paley Center remembers Michael Jackson with free screenings of the short-lived CBS variety series The Jacksons, which starred Michael, his brothers, and then ten-year-old Janet. The shows feature 30 minutes of music and comedy sketches with guest stars who are also fondly remembered - Sonny Bono, Carroll O'Connor, and Ed McMahon. The program, Michael Jackson: The Legend in the Making - A Three Pack of The Jacksons, runs 75 minutes. 212.621.6600 http://www.paleycenter.org Ongoing Daily except Mon, Tue 7/1/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: 12:15pm & 4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514558 | Independence Day CelebrationFamilies are invited to celebrate our country's birthday with some traditional and old-fashioned American festivities at Historic Richmond Town. Bring a pie you baked to enter the pie-baking contest! 718.351.1617 http://www.his... chmondtown.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514114 | $4 on the 4th of JulyThe Whitney celebrates America's birthday by offering a $4 general admission fee and free admission for NYC public school students and kids under 12. Offer applies to in-person ticket purchases on July 4th only. 212.671.5300 http://www.whitney.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-6pm Cost: Adults $4; NYC public school students & Children (under 12) free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512010 | Red, White & Blue CollageKids can celebrate America with red, white, and blue textured materials. Sign up at the visitor information desk one hour before workshop time. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-4 Time: 10am-11:15am & 1pm-2:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512011 | Red, White & Blue PaintingKids can drop in to mix red, white, and blue paint and shaving cream on the PlayWorks Mural Wall. 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-4 Time: 12pm-1pm & 2:30pm-3:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512015 | American Dream QuiltFamilies can learn about the importance of the Declaration of Independence and help to create an American Dream quilt expressing their vision of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." 212.721.1234 http://www.cmom.org Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: Fri 12n, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm; Sat 11am, 12n, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 508949 | Annual Macy's 4th of July FireworksMacy's 33rd annual 4th of July extravaganza - its largest continuous fireworks show ever - is a big crowd pleaser, and that, of course, means big crowds! The dazzling action, which takes place on the Hudson River this year, allows for prime viewing for spectators from 23rd to 59th Streets on the West side of Manhattan. More than 40,000 shells are fired from six barges positioned between 24th and 50th Streets. If you're willing to brave the mayhem, arrive early to ensure a spot. Optimal "on-site" viewing areas include the West Side Highway (north-bound lanes and 12th Avenue between 23rd and 59th Streets); selected side streets between 11th and 12th Avenues; Dewitt Clinton Park (access from 11th Avenue); Pier 54 (limited access from 14th Street); and Pier 84 (limited access from 44th Street). Spectators can access the viewing locations at these points: 24th Street; 26th through 30th Streets; 34th Street; 40th through 44th Streets; 47th through 52nd Streets; and 54th through 57th Streets. Hudson River Park Promenade and the Hudson River Park Bike Path (between West Houston and 59th Streets) are not accessible viewing locations, nor are Battery Park and Battery Park City. Limited viewing of the show above 59th Street on the West Side is available from city streets only. Bring a radio tuned to 1010 WINS for musical accompaniment beginning at 9pm! 212.494.4495 http://www.macys.com/fireworks 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 9pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 515457 | Free Fun on the 4thKids can learn all about the Declaration of Independence and make their own American flags to take home in celebration of the 4th of July. 212.343.6166 http://www.scholasticstore.com 7/4/09 Ages: 3-7 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 437209 | Fourth of July Kids' Cruise & Barbecue - SOLD OUTCelebrate Independence Day with American flags for everyone, close-up views of the Statue of Liberty, games, and more, all aboard a historic riverboat replica. A barbecue lunch is included; soda, juice, and water are complimentary and a cash bar is available. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Reserve in advance online no later than Thursday 12m EST, or by phone (212.757.0981; ext. 201) no later than 5:30pm Thursday afternoon, July 2. At Pier 40, West Houston Street. 212.757.0981, ext 201 info@fohrp.org http://www.fohrp.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm-4pm; Boarding 1:30pm Cost: Adults $25; Members & Business Partners $20; Children (12 & under) $15 - SOLD OUT |
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| Holiday Seasonal 515542 | Patriot GamesKids who lived at the time of the Revolution played games too, just different ones! Modern kids can find out what they were, and how to make their own toys. Meet at Pelican Bay Playground (Section 5 in Orchard Beach). 718.885.3467 http://www.nycgovparks.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 515316 | Celebrate IndependenceKids are invited to sign the Declaration of Independence with a quill pen and make a plumed paper hat. http://www.prospectpark.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Holiday Seasonal 508825 | Fourth of July CelebrationThe New-York Historical Society celebrates Independence Day by inviting families to meet "Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Franklin," learn about what life was like for soldiers during the American Revolution from members of the 4th New York Regiment, listen to master storyteller Jonathan Kruk of the Hudson River Ramblers talk about the pivotal role the Hudson River played in the War for Independence, and enjoy free popcorn and arts and crafts activities. District 6 residents (Upper West Side from West 54th Street between 8th Avenue and the Hudson, to West 96th Street between CPW and the Hudson River) with proof of residency, and everyone wearing red, white, and blue receive free admission (plus additional specials)! 212.485.9293 http://www.nyhistory.org 7/4/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Adults $10; Seniors (65 & up) & Educators $7; Students $6; Children (under 12) Free (w/ paid Adult); District 6 residents & those wearing red, white, & blue receive free admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 513076 | Vegetables and KidsKids and their families can plant, tend, and harvest fruit, herbs, and vegetables all summer long in NYBG's Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden. Various display gardens educate visitors on the ingredients in their favorite meals, such as the the Pizza Garden, which features wheat, oregano, basil, tomatoes, and more, and The Breakfast Bowl, which displays edible plants that provide the ingredients in common cereal such as corn, barley, oats, rice, and wheat. Each month features a different theme. In July, kids can go on an herbal scavenger hunt to smell, taste, and touch some of the 40 herbs in the Garden's collection, make and sample a healthy herb snack, cool off with refreshing herbal iced tea, and pot up an herb to take home. 718.817.8700 http://www.nybg.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/27/09 - 9/13/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Fri 1:30pm-6pm; Sat-Sun 10am-6pm Cost: Free with garden admission |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 443999 | Story TimeFAO staff share tales with little ones and their accompanying adults. 212.644.9400, ext 3125 http://www.fao.com Ongoing Daily 2/5/09 - 10/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-7 Time: 11am, 1pm & 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Workshops 428140 | Nature CraftsKids can create and take home nature-inspired crafts using natural and recycled materials. 718.287.3400 http://www.prospectpark.org Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 1/3/09 - 12/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 1pm-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Workshops 522615 | Science Power HourKids can join a naturalist at the Audubon Center for cool science activities. A new experiment is introduced every month. 718.287.3400 http://www.prospectpark.org Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 1/3/09 - 12/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 1:30pm Cost: Free |
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