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New! Find and Book Drop-in Play, Classes, Camps, and More in the Mommy Poppins Calendar

5/18/21 - By Roberta B

We are so excited to be getting out and doing things again that we've added a whole new way to find and book activities directly on Mommy Poppins! Our activities calendar has new categories for camps, classes, parties, and attractions, as well as the events, both virtual and in-person, that you are used to. In addition to the new types of activities in our calendar, some activities now have the option for you to book directly from our calendar, making signing up quick and easy. 

Read on for a sample of some of the fun things you can book right now in NYC. Simply click through to the listings and select BOOK NOW to reserve your space for comedy shows, art classes, drop-in play, summer camp, party entertainers, or even a Father's Day scavenger hunt. Keep checking back, because as businesses reopen, we're adding more options every day.  

You may have noticed that our activities calendar has changed slightly. We moved the filters over to the side (on desktop) as well as adding extra categories for more programs. You can click Activities to see programs on the calendar or click on Providers to search our businesses directory by category. Watch the video at the top of this article for a demo. 

We love to hear from you, especially when we're rolling out something new. Tell us what you like and even what could use improvement. It really helps us improve the site. Use our contact form to send your feedback. 

Live Events & Drop-In Play: Book Now!

The Amazing Father's Day Scavenger Hunt

Sunday, June 20, in Times Square
A totally unique way to celebrate dad that the whole family will enjoy, during this live scavenger hunt, a series of clues leads you around Times Square performing physical and mental challenges along the way. The hunt celebrates dads and all they do in a fun, interactive way! READ MORE

Improv 4 Kids Comedy Show

Saturdays and Sundays in Midtown West
Improv 4 Kids is back live in Times Square at the Broadway Comedy Club on Saturdays & Sundays at 3pm. No two shows are ever the same, as the cast from Eight Is Never Enough creates an orginal, improvised musical comedy revue based on audience suggestions and participation.  READ MORE

Fun & Educational Virtual Soho, Little Italy & Chinatown Walking Tour

Saturdays Online
Learn about Lower Manhattan in a fun and educational virtual walking tour that's great for kids ages 8 and up. A licensed tour guide leads you in a live streaming video through the iconic streets of Soho, Little Italy, and Chinatown, providing insider insights, fun facts, and even a touch of mafia drama.  READ MORE
Creatively WILD Art Studio. Photo courtesy of the studio
Creatively WILD Art Studio. Photo courtesy of the studio

NY Camps & Classes with Space Available

Outdoor Comedy Classes in Central Park

Saturdays in Central Park
Enjoy all the fun learning comedy and playing improv games outdoors, in Central Park. Improv games provide much needed laughter, while teaching valuable life skills, creativity, presentation, self-confidence, and so much more.  READ MORE

Grown Up & Me Art

Tuesdays and Fridays in Cobble Hill
This Grown Up & Me Art class has story time followed by hands-on art projects that bring the story to life by drawing, painting, and collage. ​Each class ends with clean up and an epic bubble party! READ MORE

Summer Comedy Camp

Weekly starting June 28 in Midtown West
Now in its 10th year, Comedy Camp has returned to the Broadway Comedy Club, Times Square, NYC. Kids and teens ages 7-17 take improv, stand-up, and sketch comedy classes, play games, and turn stories of personal experiences and observations into original comedy routines. Campers can sign up for a single week or the full camp season.   READ MORE
Stemtastic. Photo courtesy of the camp
Stemtastic. Photo courtesy of the camp

Virtual Camps and Classes You Can Book Now

Preschool Science Through the Alphabet On Demand Video Classes

Preschoolers learn science and literacy in this custom program developed by a former NYC public school teacher. Each program focuses on a letter and a fun science topic. The prerecorded video lessons can be watched at home and enjoyed at any time.   READ MORE
Lidia's Play Cafe. Photo courtesy of the cafe
Lidia's Play Cafe. Photo courtesy of the cafe

Birthday Parties on Mommy Poppins

Stemtastic Virtual Birthday Parties

Virtual
STEMtastic's virtual birthday parties are interactive and require minimal adult supervision. During the 45- to 60-minute party, children explore fun, scientific concepts through a hands-on project using common household materials and end the party singing "Happy Birthday!" Parties are for up to 12 children.  READ MORE

Zumbini with Jan Virtual Birthday Party

Have a 40 minute Virtual Birthday Party With Zumbini With Jan via Zoom. Dance, sing, jump like a kangaroo, act out animals, run around and have lots of fun. Jan will lead singing Happy Birthday and have a sign made with the birthday child’s name to show on the camera.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Roberta Brown
Roberta to launched Mommy Poppins' Los Angeles in 2011. Previously she served as LA Editor for GoCityKids, National Editor for ParentsConnect, and Editor for NickMom—all of which worked out well for her son, who grew up serving as Chief Guinea Pig for all things fun in LA and beyond.
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