Build, Tinker, and Create: Hands-on Fun Events for Kids

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Exercise your child’s body and mind this winter through some hands-on fun activities!

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Get out of the house and enjoy fun hands-on activities this month in your area, or take a trip to somewhere new to quell the wintertime blues!  There are tons of kids activities going on this month, as well as in the next few months, and many are weekly, so if you don't catch one this week, you can always visit the next.  There is something for all ages - whether it be Hula Hoop Fitness for the little ones or a neat arm knitting class for older kids.  Make sure you check first to see if registration is required, and if parents are required to stay with their children during the activity or if it is a drop-off program.  Find the perfect hands-on activity to bond over with your child right here at LongIsland.com!

Mommy and Me Program
Where: United Church Preschool – 131 Middle Rd., Sayville
When: Every Monday and Friday through February 6, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
Bring your little one for a hands-on interactive class that includes free play, art projects, story time, songs, and snacks!
Cost: Please call

Polar Bear Pals
Where: Long Island Children's Museum – 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
When: Every Tuesday through Friday through January 30, 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Create a fluffy polar bear stuffed animal to take home!
Cost: Free with museum admission

Color Chromatography
Where: The Maritime Explorium – 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson
When: January 17-19, 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Find out what makes a color a color as you experiment with various colors and see what “hidden” colors you can find!
Cost: Free with museum admission

Family Sundays at Nassau County Museum of Art
Where: Nassau County Museum of Art – One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
When: Every Sunday through February 22 (except 12/21 1/18), 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Get inspired and make a new art project every week with your children under the guidance of a museum educator!
Cost: Free with museum admission

Central Islip Rec Center Game Night
Where: Central Islip Recreation Center – 555 Clayton St., Central Islip
When: Every Tuesday through June 2, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Elementary-aged kids can enjoy a variety of games and activities, but make sure that you register ahead of time.
Cost: $5 per session

No-Needle Knitting
Where: Riverhead Library – 330 Court St., Riverhead
When: January 21, 4:00-4:45 p.m.
Kids in grades 5-12 are welcome to this free event, where they can learn the practice of arm knitting and get started on making warm winter accessories.  Please register in advance.
Cost: Free event

Music and Movement
Where: Long Island Children's Museum – 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
When: Every Wednesday through February 25, 11:30-12:00 p.m.
Grab a musical instrument, dance, and sing along with the music at this weekly event for kids ages 5 and under.
Cost: $3 with museum admission.

Hula Hoop Fitness for Kids
Where: Central Islip Recreation Center – 555 Clayton St., Central Islip
When: Every Thursday through June 11, 6:00-6:45 p.m.
Register ahead of time for these fun nights of hula hooping for elementary-aged children!
Cost: $8 per session

Art Explorations
Where: The Art Guild, Eldersfield Preserve – 200 Port Washington Blvd, Manhasset
When: Every Thursday through February 26, 4:00-5:15 p.m.
Children ages 5-7 will make a special project each week in this 6-session art class.  Don’t forget a smock!
Cost: $150

Super Bowl Feast
Where: Nassau BOCES Joseph M. Barry Career and Technical Education Center –1196 Prospect Avenue, Westbury
When: January 23, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Students ages 13-18 can join in on this culinary class to learn how to make traditional Super Bowl meals.  All materials will be provided.
Cost: $99