This weekend: Got Halloween on the brain? Stay tuned for tomorrow’s roundup of events.
Go
National Chemistry Week
Join scientists from the American Chemical Society for fun hands-on demos. Learn how Gatorade is made, play with balls of goo and meet the Mets mascot.
When: Sat. 10/25, 10am-4pm; Free with museum admission.
Where: New York Hall of Science, 47-01 11th St., Queens, 718-699-0005, nyscience.org.
Visit
Rachel’s Homemade World
Kids can learn how to be more creative and socially conscious through this interactive show filled with crafts and audience sing-alongs.
When: Sat. 10/25, 3pm; $10/Adults, $7/Kids.
Where: Galapagos Art Space, 16 Main St. (at Water St.), Brooklyn, galapagosartspace.com.
See
The Selfish Giant
Literally Alive Children’s Theatre presents Oscar Wilde’s fairytale with music, dance, storytelling and puppetry.
When: Sat. & Sun., 10/25-10/26, 11am (pre-show workshop at 10am); All ages; $25.
Where: The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal St. (bet. 3rd & Bleeker), 212-352-3101, literallyalive.com.
Hear
The Jimmies
Enjoy a morning of sugary pop songs from this NYC kids’ band at the new 92nd Y Tribeca.
When: Sun. 10/26, 11am; $15.
Where: 200 Hudson St. at Canal, 212-601-1000, 92ytribeca.org.
Eat
Cupcakes for a Cause
Indulge in guilt-free sweets from local bakeries, including Amy’s Bread and Crumbs, to raise funds for CancerCare for Kids.
When: Through Sun. 10/26.
Where: Participating bakeries available at cupcakesforacause.org.
Shop
Children’s French Book Fair
Choose handpicked books for kids of all ages.
When: Sat. 10/25, 10am-5pm
Where: The Language and Laughter Studio, 139 Nevins St. at Bergen, Brooklyn, 718-853-2965.