History of Dolls of Color: Celebrating Black History Month
Sunday, Feb. 19 at 1 and 3 p.m.
Go on a journey through time as you view April Marius’s collection of rare African American dolls. Marius will share folklore and facts behind her treasured collection. Let these dolls inspire you as you create your own piece of black history in the museum’s Dolls of Color program. Ages 5 and up.
Free with museum admission.
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
Info: 516-224-5800 or licm.org
President’s Day
Story Time
Monday, Feb. 20, 12-1 p.m.
Kids four and older can join this special lunchtime story time. For $3.95 you get a choice of a hot dog or grilled cheese sandwich and a beverage. You will be entertained by Story Time with Peggy and a game of President’s Day trivia. Must be registered for this event.
Where: Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine, 110 N. Park Avenue,
Rockville Centre Info: 516-764-6000 or turnofthecorkscrew.com
Family Art Making: February Three-Day Break for Art
Tuesday, Feb. 21, Wednesday, Feb. 22 and Thursday, Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. each day
Families can enjoy the school break together with three days of art making and gallery tours inspired by the powerful images of the museum’s current photography exhibitions. A different project will be offered every day. For children of all ages and their families. Museum admission plus $10 per family materials fee.
Where: Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
Info: 516-484-9337, nassaumuseum.com
Make a Dreamcatcher
followed by a
Victorian Tea Party
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 1-2:30 p.m. dreamcatcher event; 2:30-4 p.m. tea party
Dreamcatchers were originally made by the children of Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee. To Native Americans, dreams were messages sent by sacred spirits. Learn the legend of how dreamcatchers worked and create your very own. Then join the tea party. This fun and informative program includes role-playing while teaching social skills, self-esteem and confidence. Children learn dining manners, such as how to properly hold and cut with a knife and fork. Apple juice will be substituted for the hot tea. Participants also practice table setting and introductions. All make their own name tag and place card. Bring a friend, or your favorite doll, or come join new friends at the party! Dress up if you wish! Program includes a guided tour of the Walt Whitman Birthplace. Ages 9 and up. $12 per child. $20 per child for both programs.
Where: Walt Whitman Birthplace Association
246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station
Info: 631-427-5240, waltwhitman.org
