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Family Events: Music, Science, Camping

Get out and hit up these family-friendly events

Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.

You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

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  • Why Go: This annual concert series is a favorite for Nyack families. Bring something to sit on and enjoy a jazz performance by The Duane Eubanks Quintet.
  • When/Where:  Thursday, July 28th. 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Nyack, NY
  • Pricing & Contact: $2 suggested donation. 845-358-0774 

 

  • Why Go: A great family friendly introduction to musical theater performed by talented students ages 12-15.
  • When/Where: Friday, July 29th and Saturday, July 30th. 7pm - 8:15pm. West Nyack, NY.
  • Pricing & Contact: $15. Children 5 and under are free. 845-826-2049.

 

Peekskill Jazz and Blues Festival

  • Why Go: Take the scenic drive north to Downtown Peekskill to enjoy this festive outdoor concert and fair. Music and dancing in the streets and art in the galleries.  
  • When/Where: Saturday, July 30th. 3pm - 10pm. Peekskill, NY.
  • Pricing & Contact: Free. 914-737-2780

 

Summer Family Camp Out 

  • Why Go: Let the Stamford Museum and Nature Center organize you campout experience.  Bring a tent and enjoy a BBQ dinner, marshmallow roasting, Observatory sky viewing, and a pancake breakfast.
  • When/Where: Saturday, July 30th 5:30pm - Sunday, July 31st 9am. Stamford, CT.
  • Pricing & Contact: $140 for 1 parent/child: $35 for each addl family member.  203-977-6521.  Reservations required.

 

Sundays on the Science Barge

  • Why Go: Drop off your 4-10 year old child for a fun afternoon of science and crafts. This week’s adventure “The Art of Botany” will tour the floating greenhouse (a prototype of a sustainable urban farm) and paint a project.
  • When/Where: Sunday, July 31st. 2pm - 4pm. Yonkers, NY
  • Pricing & Contact: $5. 914.375.2151. Reservations required to jamiekorb@gmail.com
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