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Great Ideas for August
[All Ages] New York Classical Theatre presents a familyfriendly, interactive production of Shakespeare’s classic “Much Ado About Nothing” in Central Park. The play moves around the park during the performance, and has been known to use trees, benches and even audience members as scenery! Families can catch an open rehearsal (August 3 and 4), see a formal performance (Tuesday-Sunday, August 5-29) or participate in a Family Workshop (August 21, 22, 28 and 29) to help kids explore the meaning of the play. All performances are free; suggested donation for the workshop is $10 per participant. Check online for show times and specific locations; newclassical.org.
August 2-6
GREEN THUMBS
catchy hooks and fairytale charm—takes the stage at the park’s annual free concert series for kids. After the show, families can indulge in some tasty snacks and participate in craft projects for purchase. Proceeds from the Carroll Park concerts benefit the Friends of Carroll Park. 4 p.m; free. President Street and Smith Street, Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn.
August 5, 12
BROADWAY BOUND [All Ages] Liven up lunchtime and capture the sights and sounds of Broadway without the price of the
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[Ages 6-12] Roll up your sleeves and enjoy playing in the he dirt with your little one at the Morris-Jumell Mansion’s Family Gardening Workshop! Children will learn to plant herbs and flowers at the Colonial Garden in Roger Morris Park, and will leave with their very own keepsake garden journal. 11 a.m.; free (advance registration required). 65 Jumel Terrace, 212-923-8008, morrisjumel.org.
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UNCLE ROCK N’ ROLL
By parentsconnect.com and newyorkfamily.com
[All Ages] Head to Carroll Park as Grammy-nominated musician Uncle Rock—aka Robert Burke Warren, a dad rocker who blends folk tunes with
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