FREESpring Festival: Spring Craft for Children
Sat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Celebrate spring with a fun craft! Two activities per child ages 3 and up while supplies last.
May 15-16, 2026
Glen Oaks has packed this Saturday with family-friendly options across multiple venues. We've selected three events that offer distinct experiences—creative crafts, gentle physical activity, and animal-focused sensory exploration—so you can choose what suits your baby's temperament and energy level best.
FREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Celebrate spring with a fun craft! Two activities per child ages 3 and up while supplies last.
A structured craft activity designed specifically for babies and toddlers ages 3 and up, with two hands-on projects per child while supplies last. This offers tactile engagement and creative play in a contained, library setting.

Sat, May 16 · 8:00 AM
Centennial Gardens · Glen Oaks
The Pee Wee Run is a child-friendly race event held as part of the annual 5K Run/Walk & Family Fun Day honoring the Hance family. Followed by Family Fun Day (11 AM–3 PM) featuring arts & crafts, karao
The Pee Wee Run provides a child-friendly race option at 8:00 AM, ideal for babies and toddlers who can participate at their own pace before the broader Family Fun Day activities begin at 11:00 AM. Starting early means smaller crowds and a calmer environment for younger children.
museumFrom $17Sat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
Queens County Farm Museum · Glen Oaks
Visit the Queens County Farm Museum on the Nassau-Queens border to see the sheep get their annual haircuts.
A unique sensory experience where babies and toddlers can observe animals in a farm setting, with the specific activity of sheep shearing offering visual interest without loud entertainment or overwhelming crowds. This provides outdoor engagement and natural stimulus suitable for younger ages.
FREESat, May 16 · 10:00 AM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Join us for a collaborative community coloring project Glen Oaks Library: Let Your Imagination Fly. All are welcome
FREESat, May 16 · 10:30 AM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Read freely! Think boldly! Selfie shamelessly! Share the fun with friends and family at our photo booth to celebrat
FREESat, May 16 · 12:30 PM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Capture your best smile at the photo booth and receive a Spring Festival souvenir! Children under 13 will need to b
FREESat, May 16 · 3:00 PM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Join magician Magic Tiger for a lively interactive magic show featuring eye popping illusions audience participatio
FREESat, May 16 · 12:00 PM
QPL Glen Oaks Branch · Glen Oaks
Enjoy the Festival with face painting for children! First-come first-served - up to 50 participants. Numbered ticke

Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
Centennial Gardens · Glen Oaks
Family Fun Day following the races (11 AM–3 PM). Features arts & crafts, karaoke, photo ops, fun & games, live performances, delicious food trucks, amazing raffles, and more.