outdoorFREESocrates x Noguchi Field Guide: Plant Terrarium in Socrates Sculpture Park
Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
Socrates Sculpture Garden · Astoria
Use natural materials such as soil, air plants, and succulents to build your own green space terrarium.
May 15-16, 2026
Astoria's weekend offerings span creative, culinary, and musical skill-building for teens. Whether you're interested in hands-on making, practical life skills, or artistic expression, this weekend has activities that let you try something new—many at no cost or with affordable semester options.
outdoorFREESat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
Socrates Sculpture Garden · Astoria
Use natural materials such as soil, air plants, and succulents to build your own green space terrarium.
Build a living terrarium using natural materials like soil, air plants, and succulents at Socrates Sculpture Park. This hands-on project combines creativity with learning about plant care and design in a free outdoor setting.
cookingFREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Making Strides Learning Center · Astoria
From measuring and mixing to tasting their own creations, Little Chefs gain practical kitchen skills while learning about nutrition, teamwork, and following steps.
Develop practical kitchen skills while learning nutrition and teamwork through measuring, mixing, and tasting your own creations. Little Chefs offers a structured way to build confidence in the kitchen while understanding food fundamentals.
musicSun, May 17 · 8:00 AM
Centro Español de Queens · Astoria
Flute music class for children. Classes held on Sundays. Club members receive a discount when registering for the full semester.
Learn flute in a group music class on Sunday morning, with the option to continue through a full semester program. This introduces instrumental music training while connecting with other young musicians in a structured environment.
yogaFREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
Sobelsohn Basketball Court · Astoria
Connect with yourself in Beginner Yoga, a class to be enjoyed by all. This free class is offered at Sobelsohn Basketball Court through NYC Parks.
artFREESat, May 16 · 9:00 AM
Making Strides Learning Center · Astoria
Inspire your child's creativity and imagination through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media projects. Children learn to express themselves, experiment with materials, and develop fine motor
danceSun, May 17 · 9:00 AM
Centro Español de Queens · Astoria
Galician dance class for children. Sundays 1:00PM. Members receive a discount when registering for the full semester.
drumsSun, May 17 · 8:30 AM
Centro Español de Queens · Astoria
Percussion (drum/bass drum) music class for children. Classes held on Sundays. Club members receive a discount when registering for the full semester.
storytimeFREESat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
Making Strides Learning Center · Astoria
Phonics, games, storytelling, and handwriting practice to strengthen early reading and writing skills for preschool and early elementary learners.
musicSun, May 17 · 8:00 AM
Centro Español de Queens · Astoria
Flute music class for children. Sundays 12:00PM. Members receive a discount when registering for the full semester.
drumsSun, May 17 · 8:30 AM
Centro Español de Queens · Astoria
Percussion (drum/bass drum) music class for children. Sundays 12:30PM. Members receive a discount when registering for the full semester.