FREEOpen House Week Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
Join us for a fun and interactive scavenger hunt! There will be prizes for all who participate.
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Updated Sep 11, 9:02 AM
Saturday, September 12
FREE
From $40Open Studio: Family Create + Play (Westchester)
Sat, Sep 12 · 10:30 AM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Open Studio is a relaxed, drop-in opportunity for families to explore our art studio together. Spend the morning creating, playing, and discovering at your own pace as you rotate through a variety of
Ages 18 mo–10 yr
Monday, September 14
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Music Together - Mixed Ages (0-5)
Mon, Sep 14 · All day
MSTDA Music & Playstation · Roosevelt Island
This is the essential Music Together® class, one that a child can attend from birth through age five. Fall Semester begins September 14, 2026. Weekly active music-making experience led by a teacher fo
Up to age 5
From $1Rising Owlet's Preschool Prep
Mon, Sep 14 · 9:30 AM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Help your child build confidence and readiness for preschool with our Preschool Prep program! This theme-based class provides a structured yet playful environment that supports early academic, social,
Ages 12 mo–2.5 yr
FREEToddler Storytime
Mon, Sep 14 · 10:00 AM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
Join us at the Roosevelt Island Branch to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early litera
Ages 12 mo–3 yr
From $540Artsy Owls- A Process Art + Literacy Experience
Mon, Sep 14 · 11:15 AM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
A Process Art + Literacy Experience Come create with us in this 45-minute class, where children are inspired by the greatest artists of all time! Each week, we’ll dive into a beautifully illustrated p
Ages 12 mo–5 yr
storytimeFREENYPL After School
Mon, Sep 14 · 2:45 PM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help,
Ages 6–12
storytimeFREEPre-K Storytime
Mon, Sep 14 · 3:30 PM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. **ADD REGISTRATION INFORMATION A
Ages 3–5
From $715MakeInspires Toy Factory 5-8 years old: 3D Printing- Bus Available
Mon, Sep 14 · 3:30 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
In Toy Factory: 3D Printing , students design their own toys using TinkerCAD, a beginner-friendly 3D modeling tool. From keychains to vehicles, they’ll turn digital designs into real objects with the
Ages 5–8
From $395Mini Makers Art Club (Ages 3-5) Westchester
Mon, Sep 14 · 3:30 PM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Join us for a journey of creativity and discovery in our After-School Art Club, designed specifically for 3-5 year olds! Children will dive into sensory play and collaborative art projects that spark
Ages 3–5
Tuesday, September 15
From $1Rising Owlet's Preschool Prep
Tue, Sep 15 · 9:30 AM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Help your child build confidence and readiness for preschool with our Preschool Prep program! This theme-based class provides a structured yet playful environment that supports early academic, social,
Ages 12 mo–2.5 yr
From $39Toddler Art + Sensory Play (Westchester)
Tue, Sep 15 · 10:00 AM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Toddler Art and Sensory Play is an art-based sensory class where children can create, explore, and play! The class is set up as stations where children can engage with various art materials and sensor
Ages 18 mo–4 yr
storytimeFREELapsit Storytime
Tue, Sep 15 · 11:00 AM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
Join us at Roosevelt Island for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learn
Up to age 2
From $650Owlphabet Letter Learning
Tue, Sep 15 · 3:00 PM
The Reading Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Owlphabet Club Wise Owl's Letter Learning Class Wise Owl’s Owlphabet Club is a thoughtfully designed literacy enrichment class that builds upon early foundational skills through activities, games and
Ages 2.5–4
From $910Little Readers: Prek 4s
Tue, Sep 15 · 3:30 PM
The Reading Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Little Readers is designed to support young learners as they begin their journey to becoming confident readers. Through a structured, research-based approach to early literacy, children build essentia
Ages 4–5
From $715The Literacy Kitchen: A Cooking Class (Kinder-4th grade) Bus Drop Off Available
Tue, Sep 15 · 3:30 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Bus Form Stir up fun and learning in our Little Chefs & Literacy class! In this hands-on cooking adventure, kids will explore the joy of making simple, delicious recipes while strengthening key litera
Ages 6–10
From $395After-School Art Club (Ages 5-10) Westchester
Tue, Sep 15 · 3:30 PM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Drawing, painting, sculpting, sewing, and more! Explore a wide variety of art mediums through imaginative, hands-on projects designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Past favorites have incl
Ages 5–10
Wednesday, September 16
storytimeFREEToddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 16 · 10:00 AM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
Join us at the Roosevelt Island Branch to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early litera
Ages 12 mo–3 yr
From $39Toddler Art + Sensory Play (Westchester)
Wed, Sep 16 · 10:00 AM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Toddler Art and Sensory Play is an art-based sensory class where children can create, explore, and play! The class is set up as stations where children can engage with various art materials and sensor
Ages 18 mo–4 yr
artFREEProcess Art (*September 16th special Winnie the Pooh anniversary)!
Wed, Sep 16 · 3:00 PM
NYPL Roosevelt Island Library · Roosevelt Island
A Process Art session at NYPL Roosevelt Island Library, with a special Winnie the Pooh anniversary theme on September 16th. This free, drop-in art activity for kids focuses on creative exploration rat
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From $780Little Designers by Estrada-Activity Bus Available
Wed, Sep 16 · 3:30 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
In this hands-on fashion design class, young designers will step into the world of style, creativity, and self-expression. Each week, students will explore the fashion design process from concept to c
Ages 6–10
From $395After-School Art Club (Ages 5-10) Westchester
Wed, Sep 16 · 3:30 PM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Drawing, painting, sculpting, sewing, and more! Explore a wide variety of art mediums through imaginative, hands-on projects designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Past favorites have incl
Ages 5–10
Thursday, September 17
From $39Toddler Art + Sensory Play (Westchester)
Thu, Sep 17 · 10:00 AM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Toddler Art and Sensory Play is an art-based sensory class where children can create, explore, and play! The class is set up as stations where children can engage with various art materials and sensor
Ages 18 mo–4 yr
From $576Little Chefs Adventures: A Cooking Class for Preschoolers (Ages 2–5)
Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Stir up fun and learning in our Little Chefs class! In this hands-on cooking adventure, kids will explore the joy of making simple, delicious recipes while strengthening key literacy skills. Each sess
Ages 2.5–5
From $395Mini Makers Art Club (Ages 3-5) Westchester
Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00 PM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Join us for a journey of creativity and discovery in our After-School Art Club, designed specifically for 3-5 year olds! Children will dive into sensory play and collaborative art projects that spark
Ages 3–5
From $720MakeInspires 3D Printing and Designs Ages 8-11 - Bus Available
Thu, Sep 17 · 3:30 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
This course gives students the skills they need to create their own 3D-printed models using design thinking! They’ll have fun building on their skills week-after-week by creating products, toys, and m
Ages 8–11
From $395After-School Art Club (Ages 5-10) Westchester
Thu, Sep 17 · 4:30 PM
Westchester Paper Playground Studio · Roosevelt Island
Drawing, painting, sculpting, sewing, and more! Explore a wide variety of art mediums through imaginative, hands-on projects designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Past favorites have incl
Ages 5–10
Friday, September 18
From $45Little Owls Move & Groove
Fri, Sep 18 · 9:30 AM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Little Owls Move & Groove is a high-energy, joy-filled music experience designed especially for babies and toddlers. Led by Berklee College of Music graduate, Benjamin Laufer, with over 25 years of ex
Ages 5
From $840Little Readers: Prek 4s
Fri, Sep 18 · 1:00 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Little Readers is designed to support young learners as they begin their journey to becoming confident readers. Through a structured, research-based approach to early literacy, children build essentia
Ages 4–5
From $540Chess For Beginners- Bus Drop Off Available
Fri, Sep 18 · 3:30 PM
The Nest by Wise Owl · Roosevelt Island
Bus Form We bring world-class chess instruction directly to Wise Owl. Our after-school chess program is designed to develop critical thinking, problem solving, and focus while giving students a fun, s
Ages 4–10