The Island Today: The top events for kids for the coming week

Grace McQuade

The 39th Annual Thunderbird
American Indian
Midsummer Powwow

Friday, July 28, 7-10 p.m., Saturday, July 29, 12-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m., and Sunday, July 30, 12-5 p.m.
Families are sure to enjoy New York City’s oldest and largest powwow that will feature three days of intertribal Native American dance competitions. More than 40 Indian Nations are represented at this spectacular event held in the apple orchard on the farm grounds. A large selection of unique Native American jewelry, art, crafts, and food will be available for sale.
Where: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Floral Park
Info: 718-347-3276 or www.queensfarm.org

Story Time in
Celebration of Get Pop-Cultured

Saturday, July 29 at 11 a.m.
Superheroes have to get up in the morning, go to school and have a bedtime, too! Kids can join this story time where they will read about turning everyday situations into amazing adventures.  They can come dressed as their favorite superhero or character to show their fandom.  Fun activities will follow.
Where: Barnes and Noble, 1542 Northern Blvd., Manhasset
Info: 516-365-6723 or www.barnesandnoble.com

Old Time Base Ball 2017

Sunday, July 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
(also on Aug. 5 and 6)

Enjoy base ball (as it was spelled back then) the way it was played in the 1800s, with 19th-century rules and old-style bats and balls. If you are interested in joining, contact bigbat@nymutuals.com.
Where: Old Bethpage Village Restoration
1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage
Info: 516-572-8401 or www.obvrnassau.com

The Puppet Project 

Monday, July 31-Friday, Aug. 4 at multiple times
Did you know that puppets have been crafted for thousands of years and used for storytelling in all cultures? Little ones can join in the fun as they design their own stick and rod puppet. They will use exciting materials to build their own character as they learn how to create and operate their new creation, as well as how to perform for family and friends. Fee: $5 with museum admission; $4 LICM members.
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
Info: 516-224-5800 or www.licm.org

Summer Children’s Theatre
Series: “Shrek: The Musical”

Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 11 a.m.
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue.  Children of all ages will enjoy this final performance of the Summer Children’s Theatre Series.
Where: Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush
Hollow Road, Westbury
Info: 516-247-5200 or www.thetheatreatwestbury.com

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