A quick look at what’s happening for kids on Long Island this week.
Children’s Valentine’s Day Planting
Saturday, February 6 and Sunday, February 7 11:00am-4:00pm
Children are invited to stop by the Main Greenhouse to plant a small houseplant for Valentine’s Day. Cost: $10 +tax per child.
Where: Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury
Info: 516-334-0066 • www.hicksnurseries.com
Valentines Mailbox
Saturday, February 6, 9:00am-12:00pm
Join our hands-on workshop and build a wooden Valentine’s Day mailbox to hold all your child’s valentine cards from their favorite friends. After the mailbox is built, your child can personalize their project with paint. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a free certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin. Recommended for children ages 5-12.
Where: Home Depot Raceway, 1300-1320 Corporate Dr Westbury
Info: (516)794-1101 • www.workshops.homedepot.com
Valentine’s Day Cooking Workshop
Thursday, February 11, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Children will make a craft and create a lovely Valentine’s Day Dinner with a take home treat. Kids will love cooking heart-shaped meatballs and spaghetti, heart-shaped pepperoni pizza, eat-your-heart-out cookies, chocolate dipped strawberries and a love potion smoothie! Cost is $49.95 for member, $55 non-member. Call to register.
Where: What’s Cooking, A Culinary School and Party Place for Kids, 30 East Main Street, Oyster Bay
Info: 516-922-2665 • www.whatscookingny.com
Junie B. Jones The Musical
Now through March 6
It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend Lucille doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore, and on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher Mr. Scary thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal”, and first grade has never been more exciting. Check website for show schedule information. Tickets are $15.
Where: John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main Street, Northport
Info: 631-261-2900 • www.engemantheater.com
Aesop’s Fables by Mike Kenny
Tuesday, February 9 through Thursday, February 11, 10:15am and 12:00pm
Monday, February 15 and Tuesday, February 16, 11:30am and 2:00p.m.
Aesop’s well-known and beloved fables come to life on the LICM stage to motivate and challenge children and adults alike! Fables presented include such classics as the “The Torotise and the Hare,” “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” “The Lion and the Mouse,” and more. Witty banter, slapstick comedy and musical sing alongs are used to share these special stories. Meet the cast as they entertain you and bring these tales and many more to life. Age: 3 and up. Fee: $9 with museum admission ($7 LICM members), $12 theater only.
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
Info: 516-224-5800 • www.licm.com
