Events for Youth and Family

Join us for a variety of entertaining, engaging, and educational events for children and families including arts and crafts workshops, circus performances, dance workshops, magic arts, music, puppetry, storytelling, theatrical performances, and writing workshops.

Upcoming Events

Events for Youth & Families: La Chivita

Sat, Apr 27 1:00pm
Central Library, Dweck Center

Apple Bank dia Events for Youth and Family

“La Chivita,” a magical bus that journeys through the heartland of Colombia. Audiences will join lovable characters who share traditional stories of their beloved homeland.

Un divertido viaje por Colombia en una Chivita mágica, donde todo puede suceder. Sube a bordo, conoce divertidos…

Events for Youth & Families: Mother’s Day Celebration

Sat, May 4 1:00pm
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family kids

Join students from Calpulli Community in a festive dance celebration for Mother's Day! Learn about the traditions and cultures of Mexico, listen to live Mariachi music, and dance with us!

Stomp, Clap and Sing with Bilingual Birdies Duo Concert in Spanish & English

Tue, May 7 10:30am
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family music stomp clap and sing

¡Hola, hola! ¿Cómo estás? Get ready to sing, dance, jump, shake, laugh, march, run, freeze, tap, smile, and have the most fun ever en español with Bilingual Birdies! Families go on a joyful adventure with songs, dance, and puppetry, to learn new words in Spanish while they're having a blast in…

Events for Youth & Families: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Sat, May 18 1:00pm
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family kids

In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander's rather trying life to music and brings to the stage one of  America's feistiest characters.  Alexander's struggles with life's daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they…

Stomp, Clap & Sing with Rolie Polie Guacamole

Tue, May 21 10:30am
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family first five years music

Brooklyn’s kindie titans Rolie Polie Guacamole, have been perfecting their show over the last decade scooping up several Parents’ Choice awards along the way. Their shows incorporate fun, fresh and smart lyrics in a style appealing to kids and adults alike. They encourage the audience…

Stomp, Clap & Sing with Vivian Fang Liu

Tue, Jun 4 10:30am
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family first five years music

Vivian Fang Liu, a classical pianist, children's music artist, and Grammy U mentor, has graced renowned stages like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, captivating audiences with her musical versatility. Her acclaimed children's music albums, Shape of Crowns and Accents of Love, have garnered many…

Summer @ BPL Kick-off at Kings Bay Library

Thu, Jun 6 12:00pm
Kings Bay Library

Events for Youth and Family summer reading summer reading kickoff

Children, teens, families, adults of all ages are invited to kick off Summer @ BPL with an interactive performance by Kevin Nathaniel. 

 

African Instruments, Music, and Dances from the Motherland to the Diaspora by Kevin Nathaniel

Kids will learn about the mbira, one…

Stomp, Clap & Sing with Jon Samson

Tue, Jun 18 10:30am
Central Library, Dweck Center

Events for Youth and Family first five years music

Join award winning artist and music therapist, Jon Samson, as he shares songs off his CD, A New Kids Album.  You and your child will be stomping, clapping, tapping, snapping, singing, and laughing!