Community Corner
Grab and Go Kids Planner
Here's what's going on for the kids for the rest of the week.
It’s the weekend before St. Patrick’s day, and there’s plenty to do for the kids. To get in the spirit of the holiday, head over to the , where kids can create a lucky Leprechaun puppet or see traditional Irish dancing performed.
There’s an arts and craft project at the Whaling Museum and for all the Science Fiction fans, there’s a live performance of Star Trek. And if you want to see Jungle Book performed live, head over to Merrick.
1. Lucky Leprechaun Finger Puppets
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Where/When: , 11 Davis Ave., East Garden City, 516-224-5800, http://licm.org. Saturday, March 12 from 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Why Go: Leprechauns are mischievous fairies in Irish folktales, and bring good luck. Children of all ages can create a leprechaun finger puppet and bring the luck of the Irish into your home, in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
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Pricing: Free with museum admission.
2. Sunday Craft: Scrimshaw Keychain
Where/When: Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, 301 Main Street, (Rt. 25A) Cold Spring Harbor, 631-367-3418, http://cshwhalingmuseum.org., Sunday March 13 @ 2 p.m.
Why Go: Children ages 5-12 will see examples of real scrimshaw (handiwork made from real bones or teeth of whales) and learn how to carve their own scrimshaw keychain with a Pickwick, reserve.
Pricing: Free with paid admission.
3. Mad Science Productions: Star Trek Live!
Where/When: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Route 25A, Brookville NY 11545, 516-299-3100, http://tillescenter.org , Saturday March 12 @ 2 p.m.
Why Go: Be part of the Theatrical experience featuring a journey through the Star Trek universe, with special effects, audience interaction and an exploration of real space-age technology, for all ages.
Pricing: $14-$30.00
4. Celtic Fun with Darlene Graham and the Shades of Green
When/Where: , 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, N.Y., 516-224-5800, http://licm.org, March 12 and March 13 @ 2 p.m.
Why Go: With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, Children ages 3 and older can explore traditional Irish music with Darlene Graham and the Shakes of Green band.
Pricing: $4.00 with museum admission
5. Jungle Book
Where/When: , 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick, 516-868-6400, http://thestageinmerrick.com , Saturday March 5 @2 p.m.
Why Go: See the classic performance of Walt Disney’s “Jungle Book” in the Magic Curtain Family Theatre.
Pricing: $9.00
