{"id":250738,"date":"2026-06-01T12:10:34","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T12:10:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/250738\/"},"modified":"2026-06-01T12:10:34","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T12:10:34","slug":"free-kid-friendly-events-this-week-in-brooklyn-6-1-6-7-brooklyn-bridge-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/250738\/","title":{"rendered":"Free kid-friendly events this week in Brooklyn (6\/1-6\/7) | Brooklyn Bridge Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"

This week has fun for everyone! Families can check out the Brooklyn Greek Festival in Downtown Brooklyn, Eeyore\u2019s Birthday Party in Prospect Park, a ballet workshop and basketball clinic in Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Parade of Trains in Southern Brooklyn, a Pride celebration in Bay Ridge, a food truck festival in Sunset Park, a family concert in Kensington, and more! Be sure not to miss Brooklyn Bridge Parents\u2019 Family Dance Jam at Abolitionist Place<\/a> and Summer Saturdays for Families at Atlantic Terminal Mall!<\/a><\/p>\n

MONDAY<\/p>\n

Brooklyn Greek Festival | Downtown Brooklyn<\/a><\/p>\n

Monday, June 1st- Sunday, June 7th | Monday-Wednesday 11:00am-9:00pm, Thursday-Saturday 11:00am-10:00pm, and Sunday 12:00pm-8:00pm<\/p>\n

The Brooklyn Greek Festival returns for a full week of traditional Greek food, live music, folk dancing, and family activities. Hosted annually by the Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, this beloved outdoor street fair brings a taste of Greece to Downtown Brooklyn \u2013 think souvlaki, spanakopita, loukoumades, and plenty of baklava!<\/p>\n

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Free Admission Days at the Pier 2 Roller Skating Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Mondays & Fridays | 3:30pm-6:00pm | FREE admission but skate rental is $8 and skate mate rental is $6<\/p>\n

Come to the Pier 2 Roller Skating Rink for some free family fun and exercise. Enjoy the fresh air and gorgeous views as you skate around the rink.<\/p>\n

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Library Lab: Walking Rainbows | Sunset Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Monday, June 1st | 4:00pm-5:00pm | Ages 4-8<\/p>\n

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math at Sunset Park Library with fun, free activities that will spark curiosity. Join to discover how rainbows form! Participants will explore the science behind rainbows and even grow their own rainbow through a fun hands-on experiment.<\/p>\n

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TUESDAY<\/p>\n

Stomp, Clap and Sing with Hopalong Andrew | Prospect Heights<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesday, June 2nd | 10:30am-11:30am\u00a0<\/p>\n

Come see the performer New York Magazine calls Hopalong Andrew \u201cthe countrified king of our family entertainment circuit.\u201d His high-spirited concerts are full of instruments, spinning lassos, and humorous hijinx with modern-day cowboy songs that celebrate both city life and the heritage of the American West. These are shows a whole family will enjoy. And besides, Who else can lasso a cab while playing the \u201cWilliam Tell\u201d Overture on harmonica? This event will take place at the Central Library. See Hopalong Andrew\u2019s additional summer shows below!<\/p>\n

Teen Tech Career Exploration Day | Sheepshead Bay<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesday, June 2nd | 3:00pm-5:30pm | Teens | Register here<\/a><\/p>\n

Are you into tech, design, apps, or entrepreneurship? Join the Kings Highway Library\u2019s Career Exploration Day to meet real tech professionals, discover free opportunities for teens, and learn how you can start building skills for your future now. Explore exciting career paths in engineering, creative tech, business, and more, plus connect with local organizations ready to help you get started.<\/p>\n

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New Mom Meet Up at Fontainhas | DUMBO<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesdays | 4:30pm-6:00pm<\/p>\n

Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hang with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up POST<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Dawn Pagliaro-Newman launches \u201cDyscalculia Demystified\u201d | Kensington<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesday, June 2nd | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Reserve<\/a> a spot<\/p>\n

Join Lofty Pigeon Books for the launch of Dawn Pagliaro-Newman\u2019s Dyscalculia Demystified, a practical guide for supporting students with math learning differences in inclusive classrooms. This is a\u00a0book for anyone working with students who struggle to make sense of mathematics and who wants clearer ways to respond.<\/p>\n

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WEDNESDAY<\/p>\n

Storytime in the Park | Fort Greene<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesdays in May-October | 11:00am<\/p>\n

Sing, read, and play with librarians from Walt Whitman Library in Fort Greene Park! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program. For children of all ages and their caregivers. This program will be located at the bottom of the Monument stairs near Myrtle Playground and runs on Wednesdays at 11:ooam-11:45am from May 13th-October 14th.<\/p>\n

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Drag Story Hour | Brighton Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesday, June 3rd | 11:00am-11:45am | Ages 3-8<\/p>\n

Drag Artists for Expression NYC offers a storytelling program designed for children. A local drag artist trained by children\u2019s librarians will read picture books, sing songs, do movement activities, and provide an age-appropriate introduction to the concept of drag as a form of dressup and play.<\/p>\n

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Wednesday Wonders with Flow Juggle | Downtown Brooklyn<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesdays in June | 3:00pm-4:00pm<\/p>\n

Enjoy the wonders of Abolitionist Place \u2013 where three Wednesdays in June offers a new adventure with Brooklyn\u2019s favorite juggler, Martin Kalwill, aka Flow Juggle! Whether you\u2019re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game, Martin has tips and tricks for all. All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided.<\/p>\n

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Free Admission at New York Aquarium | Coney Island<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesdays | 3:00pm-6:00pm | Reserve tickets here<\/a>; free tickets are made available at 3pm the Monday before<\/p>\n

Take advantage of free admission hours at the New York Aquarium from 3:00-6:00pm on Wednesdays. Note that advance timed tickets are required (max of 4 per group); the Wednesday Afternoon Ticket Store will open on Monday at 3:00pm for that Wednesday\u2019s reservations.<\/p>\n

Young Adult Book Group | Fort Greene<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesday, June 3rd | 6:00pm-7:00pm | Ages 13+ | Sign up here<\/a><\/p>\n

Led by Greenlight Bookstore bookseller Micah, the YA Book Group is a space for the curious young reader interested in a curated, intentionally diverse and broad selection of books. While literature is of course at the core of this book group, cultivating participants very own community and connections are also at the root of YABG, so if this sounds like a good time to you, come join the fun! For June, the group discusses the National Book Award Winner Brown Girl Dreaming by acclaimed author Jacqueline Woodson. In mesmerizing poems, teeming with feeling and deeply personal, Brown Girl Dreaming is the groundbreaking chronicle of Woodson\u2019s childhood, her journey to storytelling, and a beautiful portrayal of physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Pizza will be provided.<\/p>\n

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Movie Under the Stars: Zootopia 2 | Sheepshead Bay<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesday, June 3rd | 8:30pm-10:30pm<\/p>\n

Come enjoy a showing of Zootopia 2 with family and friends at the Sheepshead Bay Playground. Be sure to bring chairs or a blanket.<\/p>\n

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THURSDAY<\/p>\n

Sing with Suzi in the Park | Park Slope<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursdays in May | 10:00am<\/p>\n

It\u2019s back! Sing with Suzi in the Park returns for another joyful season of free family fun in the heart of Park Slope at JJ Byrne Playground! Bring your blanket, your little ones, and your best dance moves. See you in the sunshine!<\/p>\n

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Eeyore\u2019s Birthday Party! | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, June 4th | 10:30am-1:30pm | FREE | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Join Prospect Park Alliance and White Bird Productions for a joyful afternoon of puppetry, storytelling, artmaking and outdoor fun inspired by Winnie the Pooh\u2019s beloved friend Eeyore!
This free, intergenerational community event revives a nearly forgotten Prospect Park tradition from the 1960s. In the months leading up to the celebration, local youth interviewed Brooklyn elders who remember the original festival, then transformed those stories into a playful puppet pageant for the whole community.<\/p>\n

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Community Access Thursdays at the Brooklyn Children\u2019s Museum | Crown Heights<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursdays | 2:00pm-5:00pm | Reserving tickets<\/a> in advance is recommended<\/p>\n

Explore some of the museum\u2019s most-loved exhibits, including toddler-favorite Totally Tots, the miniature shops of World Brooklyn, our NEST kids\u2019 climber, and more. Then check out ColorLab, the family art studio located on the 2nd floor of the Museum, where artists of all ages can explore, make, and celebrate art. Plus, say hello to BCM\u2019s live animals at Animal Encounters, which repeats twice, first from 3:00-3:20pm and again from 3:45-4:05 pm. It\u2019s recommended that you reserve your tickets in advance online. Walk-ins always welcome.<\/p>\n

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Film Screening with Echoes of Incarceration | Bed-Stuy<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, June 4th | 6:00pm-7:30pm<\/p>\n

Join the filmmakers of Echoes of Incarceration at the Bedford Library for an evening of youth-produced films exploring the impact of mass incarceration on young people. Since 2009, Echoes has trained teens and young adults directly impacted by the criminal legal system in filmmaking and advocacy, creating documentaries and video journalism in partnership with organizations including Sesame Street, Upworthy, and NowThis News, with screenings at the White House and the U.S. Department of Justice. This program will feature recent work focused on restorative practices, Emerging Adult Justice, and a new series examining how communities can build safety beyond traditional policing. A conversation with the filmmakers will follow the screening.<\/p>\n

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Movies Under the Stars: The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants | Manhattan Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, June 4th | 8:30pm-10:30pm<\/p>\n

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor\u2019s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Come watch The SpongeBob Movie at Manhattan Beach Park! Hoping to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, SpongeBob follows a mysterious, swashbuckling ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the ocean.<\/p>\n

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FRIDAY<\/p>\n

Pinocchio and Gepetto\u2019s Big Apple Adventure | Sunset Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Friday, June 5th | 11:00am-12:00pm<\/p>\n

During the 2026 season, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. In this new telling, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park, and the hijinks they get into along the way. This performance will take place at Sunset Park.<\/p>\n

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\nFree Admission Days at the Pier 2 Roller Skating Rink | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Mondays & Fridays | 3:30pm-6:00pm | FREE admission but skate rental is $8 and skate mate rental is $6<\/p>\n

Come to the Pier 2 Roller Skating Rink for some free family fun and exercise. Enjoy the fresh air and gorgeous views as you skate around the rink.<\/p>\n

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American Ballet Theatre Workshop | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Friday, June 5th | 4:00pm-5:30pm | Ages 4-12 | Participants must pre-register here<\/a><\/p>\n

Join American Ballet Theatre and Brooklyn Bridge Park for an interactive dance workshop exploring the magic of storytelling in classical ballets! This session includes a ballet warm-up inspired by the seven movements of dance and time to learn and share a short excerpt from ABT\u2019s repertoire. No prior dance experience required\u2014just bring your energy and favorite dance attire! Takes place at Pier 6 Liberty Lawn. This is not a drop-off class, please arrive ready and excited to engage with your family members at all times. Co-presented by American Ballet Theatre and Brooklyn Bridge Park.<\/p>\n

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Family Dance Jam | Downtown Brooklyn<\/a><\/p>\n

Friday, June 5th | 5:00pm-8:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Come dance to hip hop, pop and global grooves at this high-energy outdoor dance party for all ages at Abolitionist Place! DJ Marc Bars will be spinning at this community dance party for all ages. There will be a Craft & Carry Pop-up Bar for 21+ as well as food and drinks for sale.<\/p>\n

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SATURDAY<\/p>\n

Youth Basketball Clinics | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturdays this summer starting June 6th | 9:00am-11:00am | Ages 6-17 | Register here<\/a><\/p>\n

Kids can join Brooklyn Bridge Park for free basketball clinics led by KING Hoops<\/a>, NYC\u2019s premier youth basketball organization. Participants can learn basketball basics as head coaches lead participants through drills and games. Free clinics are held on Saturday mornings from June through August (excluding holiday weekends). The first hour, 9:00am-10:00am, will be for beginner players who are brand new to the sport. Here children will learn the very basic fundamentals of the game, the rules of the game, and getting acclimated to having a ball in each player\u2019s hands. The second hour, 10:00am-11:00am, will be for advanced beginners to intermediate players who have played a little bit more basketball experience. Emphasis will be on ball handling, passing, shooting form, defense, and learning to love the game. This event is rain or shine. It is recommended to bring your own ball. Advanced registration and fitness waivers are required, although walk-up registrations can be accommodated as space allows. Registration is by-the-week and dates open at start of the month. Capacity will be limited to 45 participants per age group.<\/p>\n

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Storytime with Artie Bennett reading The Tenth Man: A Miracle of Jewish Faith and Friendship in New Orleans<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th | 10:30am-11:30am<\/p>\n

Join author Artie Bennett at Lofty Pigeons Books for a reading of his new book. The Tenth Man tells the true story of a young man, Alex Brown, racked with grief and guilt over the loss of his Old World grandfather. In a tailspin, he stumbles upon what he perceives to be an abandoned synagogue. But when he hears faint singing emanating from within, he is drawn to investigate. After knocking on\u00a0the door, he is greeted by an elderly congregant, one of nine Holocaust survivors keeping the synagogue afloat, who pulls him inside as a buzz, \u201cThe tenth man, the tenth man,\u201d echoes through the shul. (In Orthodox tradition, a quorum of ten men is required to read from the Torah and to say certain prayers, such as Kaddish for deceased loved ones.) Alex stays with these men for the next six-plus years, developing deep friendships and helping to revitalize the shul. And, ultimately, he sees each of these men on their final journey.<\/p>\n

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Parade of Trains | Homecrest, Sheepshead Bay, & Brighton Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th & Sunday, June 7th | 11:00am-4:00pm | FREE with a subway swipe<\/p>\n

For just the cost of your regular subway fare, you can ride the rails in style! @MTA<\/a> New York City Transit and the #NYTransitMuseum<\/a> will bring out a selection of historic train cars for a special weekend celebration on the BMT Brighton Line. Hop on and off vintage favorites from 11:00am-4:00pm at the Brighton Beach station (B\/Q platforms) and Kings Highway station (Manhattan-bound B\/Q platform).<\/p>\n

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Summer Saturdays for Families | Downtown Brooklyn<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th (Sunday is the rain date) | 11:00am-1:00pm | Ages 0-12 | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents and Atlantic Terminal Mall for Summer Saturdays with free water play, kids activities, giveaways and more fun on Saturdays in June, July and August on the Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza. Come out to play, cool off and make friends! The theme for this month is Brooklyn\u2019s biggest cookie decorating extravaganza with One Girl Cookies.<\/p>\n

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Storytime with Matthew Burgess & Robin Rosenthal Serafina Makes Waves | Brooklyn Heights<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th | 11:00am-12:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Come for a reading of the first book in an unforgettable new picture book series from acclaimed creators Matthew Burgess and Robin Rosenthal that shows how trying something new can lead to unexpected joy. This will take place at Books Are Magic\u2019s Montague Street location.<\/p>\n

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Garden Party | Brooklyn Heights<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th | 12:00pm-2:00pm<\/p>\n

Come to the Poplar Street Community garden for a party! There will be tours, music, arts & crafts, refreshments, and more!<\/p>\n

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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at the Berry Open Street | Williamsburg<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th | Shows at 1:oopm & 3:00pm\u00a0<\/p>\n

Come check out the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at the Berry Open Street! The shows will take place between N 12th and N 13th.<\/p>\n

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Pinocchio and Gepetto\u2019s Big Apple Adventure | Fort Greene<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th | 2:00pm-3:00pm<\/p>\n

During the 2026 season, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. In this new telling, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park, and the hijinks they get into along the way. This performance will take place at South Oxford Park.<\/p>\n

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SUNDAY<\/p>\n

What Lives in the East River? | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 7th | 10:00am-12:00pm | Ages 14 & up | Register here<\/a><\/p>\n

Discover the amazing biodiversity of the East River as participants get hands-on and up close with Brooklyn Bridge Park\u2019s marine life touch tank. Participants 14 years of age or older can learn how to use a seine net to humanely catch and release organisms in the river. Protective waders and all equipment will be provided.<\/p>\n

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Parade of Trains | Homecrest, Sheepshead Bay, & Brighton Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 6th & Sunday, June 7th | 11:00am-4:00pm | FREE with a subway swipe<\/p>\n

For just the cost of your regular subway fare, you can ride the rails in style! @MTA<\/a> New York City Transit and the #NYTransitMuseum<\/a> will bring out a selection of historic train cars for a special weekend celebration on the BMT Brighton Line. Hop on and off vintage favorites from 11:00am-4:00pm at the Brighton Beach station (B\/Q platforms) and Kings Highway station (Manhattan-bound B\/Q platform).<\/p>\n

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Play in the Square | Domino Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 7th | 12:00pm-3:00pm | RVSP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Twice monthly, bring the family for a fun-filled Sunday afternoon, featuring programming by local, talented children\u2019s performers and educators. Sunday mornings feature two events hosted by Domino Park\u2019s partners, one at 12:00pm, and one at 2:00pm. Stick around the whole slate of programming and head over to the Greenmarket (and the Fountain!) to make a whole day out of it.<\/p>\n

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The 5th Annual GayRidge Pride | Bay Ridge<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 7th | 12:00pm-4:00pm<\/p>\n

Come celebrate Pride in Bay Ridge. This family-friendly celebration will include drag performances, live music, and games!<\/p>\n

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\nSummer at the Terminal: Ferry Food Fest 2026 | Sunset Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 7th | 1:00pm-7:00pm<\/p>\n

Come join a vibrant waterfront food festival bringing together local eats, music, and community at Brooklyn Army Terminal.<\/p>\n

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\nThe Family Concert | Kensington<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 7th | 2:00pm-5:30pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Come to Avenue C Plaza, 556 McDonald Ave, to celebrate creativity in the Kensington community! Featuring music and dance from Brooklyn Porch Music\u2019s The Multigenerational Playing for the Light Big Band; Students from the Tomas Rodriguez Guitar Studio; Youth Tecuanes Dance with Casa Cultural; Singing Winds Dance with Ballet Folkl\u00f3rico Mariposas, Shapla, and Salsa on the Plaza; and Cynthia King Dance Co. Also visit the Lofty Pigeon Books table!<\/p>\n

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Updated: May 29, 2026\u00a0Main Image: Summer Saturdays for Families <\/a><\/p>\n

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