Family & Kids events

Little Bookworms: Ages birth- 4 yrs w/adult

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Central Islip, NY

Join us for these special storytimes that are just right for little listeners! All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited…

Leighton Family Hangar

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Explore your creative side in this fun, interactive hands-on idea hub! Play, create and tinker using a variety of materials and processes. The Hangar engages…

Sprouting STEM Early Childhood Learning Lab Wiggle Time Fridays

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:30 AM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

For ages 0-6 years – Movement, stretching exercises, obstacle courses and more! FREE with Museum admission.

The Whaling Museum presents Pot O’ Gold Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

March During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Do you feel lucky? Spot the hidden gold tokens around the museum. Then try your luck and spin our wheel…

The Whaling Museum presents Robert & Roberta Appreciation Month

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All March | Gallery Hours Robert & Roberta Celebration The museum is turning 90! This month, we offer free admission for anyone named Robert or Roberta in…

The Whaling Museum presents Ocean Egg Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around the museum gallery. Find them all to win an egg…

The Whaling Museum presents Find the Mayflowers!

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All May During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Thar she blooms! Track down hidden florals in the gallery. Find them all to claim your prize!…

The Whaling Museum presents Rainbow Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around the museum gallery. Find them all to win an egg…

The Whaling Museum presents Crafting with Pride

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All June | Kids Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM | Included with Admission Head to our self-serve station to build a vibrant sea creature and celebrate the many unique…

The Whaling Museum presents Museum Adventure Activity: Secrets & Spies

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

July – August | Kids 7+ Drop In During Gallery Hours 11:00 – 4:00PM Join the fight for independence as you follow in the footsteps of the daring Long Island…

Muntjac Chat

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Muntjac Chat: Fridays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am. Join us for the “Muntjac Chat” at the Alabama Gulf…

Drop-In Time for Tots

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Yulee, FL

While our regular Storytimes are currently on pause, take this time to come visit your local library for a relaxed, self-guided playtime. Little ones are…

OFJ: Daily Programming and Cannon Firings

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Savannah, GA

Join us for family-friendly educational programming focusing on the lives of soldiers once stationed at Fort Jackson and its 18th-century predecessor, Mud…

Storytime

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Oswego, NY

Stories, songs, and crafts with Ms. Cathryn in the children’s room!

Science Discovery

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:30 AM · Worcester, MA

Want more interactive science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion,…

The Whaling Museum and Education Center presents Seaside Crafts

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

Through September | Kids Gallery Hours 11-4 PM Celebrate the beach with nautical self-serve crafts in our workshop! Included with admission.

Family Storytime with Sensory Play

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · South Webster, OH

Family Storytime with Sensory play. Join us as we read, play and craft. The program begins at 11:00am and lasts about an hour. For more information, call the…

The great Pumpkin Patch

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—10:00 PM · Anchorage, AK

Things are getting spooky at 49th State Brewing in Downtown Anchorage. That means it’s pumpkin patch time! grab a scoop from our friends Wild Scoops’ location…

Music & Movement (AFT)

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Concord, NC

Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a fun and energetic story time with dance, rhythm, and music. No registration. For more information, please visit Events…

Wee Read

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:45 AM · Morton Grove, IL

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. Birth to 24 months with a…

Preschool Sensory Storytime

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Lansing, IL

This is a fun, interactive, neurodivergent, and special needs friendly storytime for kids ages 2-5. Enjoy a themed, sensory friendly story read aloud and stay…

Open Carving Days

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—5:00 PM · Clinton, MD

Come see artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life during a live carving experience at Clearwater Nature Center. This event is supported in…

History Comes Alive: Twilight Tales of Mystery & Intrigue

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:00 AM—5:00 PM · Online

There’s always something new and exciting happening at the Dunedin History Museum. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious explorer, or a family looking for…

Story Time with Mrs. Rachel

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:30 AM · Logan, OH

Enjoy a story and some music/movement with Mrs. Rachel in the Birdsong Barn stage area. Please note Story Time may be cancelled if the museum is heavy with…

Eagle Presentation

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Join us at Eagle Mesa for a presentation about our bald & golden eagles! Learn about these two non-releasable raptors, like what they eat, why they reside at…

Enjoy Learning To Paint

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:30 AM—6:00 PM · Huntsville, AL

Unlock your creativity with private painting lessons with Mehrnoush Kazemzadeh Studio 113 in imaginative Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment designed for all ages…

Mini Masterpieces

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Lakeland, FL

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor. Program designed for children…

MISTER C Live - World of Motion

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 12:00 PM—1:00 PM · Ridgefield, CT

Conceived and performed by Kevin Cornell Are you ready for some toe-tapping music, mind-blowing media and hair raising science? If so, join Mister C for…

Daily Otter Feeding

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:10 PM · Stamford, CT

Daily Otter Feedings Come say hi to Sadie and Ron, our two river otters! Our otter feedings are daily at 1 pm, and switch to noon upon November's time change…

Guided Highlight Tour

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

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