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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Tot Time Tuesdays | Shirley Chisholm State Park<\/a><\/p>\n Tuesdays | 10:00am-11:30am | Ages 2-5, but all are welcome<\/p>\n Come to the Hendrix Creek Patio for a fun morning of toddler-friendly activities, including crafts, storytime at 10:30am and a hike at 11:00am.<\/p>\n Read with a Dog | Brooklyn Heights<\/a><\/p>\n Tuesday, June 23rd | 4:00pm-5:00pm | Children ages 5-12 practicing their reading skills<\/p>\n Join the Brooklyn Heights Library in their Craft Room to practice reading to their guest pup! Kids can make enormous strides in building self-esteem and confidence while acquiring a love of books. Sign up at the Children\u2019s Reference desk\u00a0for a 15 minute slot on the day of the program. First come, first served.\u00a0Sign ups begin at 3:00. Space is limited to 3 children per time slot.<\/p>\n 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 \u00a0<\/p>\n 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 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 Teen Time: Pride Month Party! | Dyker Heights<\/a><\/p>\n Wednesday, June 24th | 4:00pm-5:00pm | For teens in grades 6-12<\/p>\n Come to the McKinley Park library to celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! Participants will create personalized keychains and bookmarks and have Pride themed books, stickers and bracelet giveaways!<\/p>\n Wednesday, June 24th | 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 LEGO Movie at the Fort Hamilton Athletic Field as it follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person (the MasterBuilder) and the key to saving his LEGO world.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n THURSDAY<\/p>\n Prospect Park Stroller Walk | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th | 10:00am-12:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n Calling all parents and caregivers with children! Join a Prospect Park Alliance Naturalist for a leisurely stroll along Prospect Park\u2019s waterways. Embrace the sound of streams and songs of birds, while enjoying fragrant flowers and the towering trees of Brooklyn\u2019s Backyard. Please note that this walk leaves promptly at 10:00am the Prospect Park Boathouse.<\/p>\n Nature Exploration: Pollinator Month | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th | 10:00am-3:00pm\u00a0<\/p>\n Join Prospect Park Alliance for family-friendly nature fun as we explore the question \u201cWhat is a pollinator?\u201d with park naturalists. There will be activities about butterflies, animals, and nature!<\/p>\n International Stitch Day Celebration! | Gravesend<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th | 3:00pm-4:00pm | Activities are recommended for children 4 and up as some contain small parts<\/p>\n Come to the Highlawn Library to celebrate everyone\u2019s favorite alien, Stitch (aka Experiment 626)! They will have \u00a0Stitch face painting, coloring pages, and a display of the many Stitch books they have at the library. There will also be a secret prize for attendees while supplies last!<\/p>\n BEATS and BONDS: Drumming Together as a Family | Bed-Stuy<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th | 4:00pm-5:00pm<\/p>\n Get ready to move, groove, and connect through rhythm! Drumming Together as a Family is more than just a music program-it\u2019s a dynamic, hands-on journey into the heart of West African drumming traditions, perfect for all ages. Led by renowned master drummer Ibrahima \u201cKolipe\u201d Camara, this interactive series brings the pulse of Africa alive through the vibrant sounds of djembes, shakers, buckets, and more. Whether you\u2019re a total beginner or a rhythm enthusiast, everyone is welcome to join in the beat at the Bedford Library!<\/p>\n Brooklyn Mundial: World Cup for the People | Cypress Hills<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th | Doors open 6:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n Join for unforgettable community f\u00fatbol screenings \/ watch parties, with immersive cultural activations featuring live performances by artist repping the countries competing!<\/p>\n JA\u0178-Z30 Pop-Up | DUMBO<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th & Friday, June 26th | Details to be announced | Sign up for updates & specification location announcements here<\/a><\/p>\n To celebrate his landmark 1996 debut album, Reasonable Doubt, Jay-Z and Roc Nation are bringing an exclusive two-day pop-up activation to New York City \u2014 and one of the locations will be in DUMBO. Perfect for parents who want to tap into some 90s nostalgia or share a piece of NYC music history with older kids, the experience is supposed to revisit the music, memories, and cultural era that launched Jay-Z\u2019s career. Find more details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n FRIDAY<\/p>\n Book Drive for Brooklyn Book Bodega | DUMBO<\/p>\n Friday, June 26th | 1:00pm-4:00pm<\/p>\n Stop by on Friday to donate books at the Adams Street Library for the Brooklyn Book Bodega!<\/p>\n Puppetworks Behind the Curtain | Sunset Park\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Friday, June 26th | 4:00pm-6:00pm for kids activities & hangout | Get tickets here<\/a><\/p>\n Join Industry City, brooklynONE productions, and Puppetworks for a special community celebration honoring one of Brooklyn\u2019s most beloved cultural institutions as it prepares to begin an exciting new chapter at Industry City. For nearly 50 years, Puppetworks has inspired generations of children and families through the magic of marionette theatre, imaginative storytelling, and arts education. As the organization prepares to relocate to its new home at Industry City, this unique event will celebrate both its remarkable legacy and its bright future. The day begins with a family-friendly celebration featuring interactive puppet activities, creative workshops, hands-on crafts, special displays, and opportunities to meet Puppetworks artists and performers. Children and families will have the chance to explore the artistry behind puppetry and experience the wonder that has made Puppetworks a treasured part of Brooklyn\u2019s cultural landscape. In the evening, guests are invited to a special reception featuring wine and light refreshments, community storytelling, special presentations, a live puppet performance, and an exclusive preview of Puppetworks\u2019 future theatre and educational space. Attendees will also be invited to share their own memories as part of\u00a0What Puppetworks Means to Me, a community storytelling initiative preserving the organization\u2019s legacy for future generations.<\/p>\n Storytime with the Brooklyn Public Library | Brooklyn Bridge Park\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Fridays in June & July (except for July 3rd) | 4:30pm-5:30pm<\/p>\n Calling all caregivers and young children \u2013 join for Storytime with Brooklyn Public Library on Friday afternoons in June and July! Librarians from Brooklyn Public Library\u2019s Adams St and Brooklyn Heights branches will join to lead storytime each week. Bring a blanket, some snacks, and enjoy a relaxing late afternoon in the shade of Pier 1\u2019s The Vale Lawn.<\/p>\n Movies Under the Stars: Hoppers | Bath Beach<\/a><\/p>\n Friday, June 26th | 8:30pm-10:30pm\u00a0<\/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 to Bensonhurst Park to watch animal lover Mabel use clever new technology designed to \u201chop\u201d human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined.<\/p>\n JA\u0178-Z30 Pop-Up | DUMBO<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, June 25th & Friday, June 26th | Details to be announced | Sign up for updates & specification location announcements here<\/a><\/p>\n To celebrate his landmark 1996 debut album, Reasonable Doubt, Jay-Z and Roc Nation are bringing an exclusive two-day pop-up activation to New York City \u2014 and one of the locations will be in DUMBO. Perfect for parents who want to tap into some 90s nostalgia or share a piece of NYC music history with older kids, the experience is supposed to revisit the music, memories, and cultural era that launched Jay-Z\u2019s career. Find more details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n SATURDAY<\/p>\n Dads & Donuts Saturday Storytime | Gerritsen Beach<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, June 27th | 11:00am-12:00pm<\/p>\n Join the Gerritsen Beach Library for a \u00a0special Father\u2019s Day Edition of Saturday Storytime: Dads & Donuts! They\u2019ll have donuts, and they hope you\u2019ll bring your Dad to read books, sing songs, and eat their yummy treats. Enjoy breakfast at the library in honor of dads everywhere.<\/p>\n Pop Up Audubon | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, June 27th | 12:00pm-4:00pm<\/p>\n Come to LeFrak Center at Lakeside to learn about Prospect Park\u2019s watercourse by examining underwater visitors with magnifying glasses. There will be nature games & puzzles, pond water discovery, and learning about the lake.<\/p>\n School\u2019s Out! at Arlington | Cypress Hills<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, June 27th | 12:00pm-2:00pm<\/p>\n Come join the staff and community of Arlington library as they celebrate the end of the school year. They will have outdoor activities, snacks & refreshments, face painting, a live performance, raffle prizes, and free giveaways while supplies last. They look forward to seeing you there!<\/p>\n World Cup Community Festival | Sunset Park\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, June 27th | 4:00pm-9:30pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n Sunset Park Unido is a free, half-day community festival hosted by Fifth Avenue Committee. From the big screen to interactive activities for all ages, they are making sure the beautiful game belongs to everyone\u2014not just those with a stadium ticket. Grab your jerseys and bring your neighbors!<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n SUNDAY<\/p>\n Drag Queen Kids Story Time | Downtown Brooklyn<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th| 10:00am-11:00am<\/p>\n Looking for a fun and free family activity in Brooklyn? Come to DeKalb Market Hall for Drag Queen Kids Story Time with Cholula Lemon, a joyful morning filled with storytelling, music, creativity, and community. Kids will enjoy engaging stories, sing along songs, hands on crafts, and interactive activities designed to spark imagination and celebrate the magic of reading. Parents can relax and enjoy a welcoming family friendly atmosphere while creating special memories together. Bring your family, bring your imagination, and join for a morning of stories, laughter, and unforgettable fun.<\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 11:00am-2:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n Join Prospect Park Alliance and Maple Street Afterschool for an uplifting community event to celebrate Caribbean heritage, community, literacy and play! Enjoy face painting, maker stations, mask making, dance & drum with Abundance Arts Academy as well as storytelling with their alumni.\u00a0 Free books will also be provided by the Brooklyn Book Bodega.<\/p>\n Storytime with Sabina Hahn: The Wise Pickle | Brooklyn Heights<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 11:00am | Ages 3-7 | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n A truly weird and wonderful book, The Wise Pickle will charm readers big and small with its combination of subtle humor, pathos and ridiculousness, all perfectly captured in Sabina Hahn\u2019s delightful illustrations. Come check it out Books Are Magic\u2019s Montague Street location!<\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 1:00pm-3:00pm | RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n Grab a blanket and a book and meet on the Pier 6 Liberty Lawn for the kind of Sunday afternoon summer was made for. Reading Rhythms is partnering with Brooklyn Bridge Park for Slow Summer. This is the first of three Slow Summer reading parties happening at BBP this season. Live music. Waterfront views. A couple hundred people reading together for the afternoon.<\/p>\n DJ on the Porch: Lefferts Libations | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 3:00pm-9:00pm<\/p>\n Join Prospect Park Alliance and Juwandi House Riddems for a family-friendly homage to healing house music and history in the yard of Lefferts Historic House. DJ on the Porch will also take place on Sunday, July 26.<\/a><\/p>\n PJ Library Storytime with Illustrator Sabina Hahn | Prospect Heights<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 2:00pm-3:00pm | Ages 3-8<\/p>\n Join the Central Library for a very special Illustrator Storytime celebrating Jewish heritage! PJ Library illustrator Sabina Hahn, will share her book Onions and Garlic, along with an art activity. PJ Library will supply free copies of the book to take home, while supplies last.<\/p>\n Movies Under the Stars: Goat | Bensonhurst<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, June 28th | 8:30pm-10:30pm\u00a0<\/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 to Seth Low Playground to watch a small goat with big dreams get a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.<\/p>\n Do you want all local parenting news in your inbox? Sign-up for our weekly newsletter\u00a0now<\/a>!<\/p>\n Updated: June 18, 2026. Main Image: Drag Queen Kids Story Time<\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-13-at-10.38.23-PM.png\")
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\nMovies Under the Stars: The Lego Movie | Bay Ridge<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-13-at-11.02.16-PM.png\")
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\nCaribbean Heritage Family Day | Prospect Park<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-13-at-10.34.13-PM.png\")
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\nSlow Summer Reading Parties with Reading Rhythms | Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-13-at-10.11.00-PM.png\")
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