The Washington Heights Chamber Orchestra presents Storytime with the Symphony, a three-concert series in partnership with Word Up Community Bookshop. Each program features stories and music with thoughtful connections to themes familiar to children growing up in Washington Heights, with bilingual narration in English and Spanish. All performances take place at Recirculation, a project of Word Up Community Bookshop.
Featuring:
Because by Mo Willems and Amber Ren
WHCO Instrument Family: Strings
This concert series is generously supported by the following: New World Symphony, The Fountain Bookshop, and the Medical Center Neighborhood Fund.
Celebrate the holiday season at Morris Jumel Mansion’s December Family Day with a festive pomander making activity! Step back into the 18th century and learn about the history of these delightful citrus ornaments, traditionally made with oranges and cloves, that were crafted to fill homes with lovely scents and holiday spirit. In colonial times, making pomanders was a way to keep winter’s chill at bay and bring warmth to gatherings. In addition to this hands-on activity, enjoy a special reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” in Spanish at 1:30 PM and in English at 2:30 PM.Perfect for families, enjoy a fun way to connect with our past while making beautiful decorations to brighten your home. Materials are provided on a first come, first served basis. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration!
Celebre la temporada navideña en el Día de la Familia de diciembre de Morris Jumel Mansion con una actividad festiva para hacer pomanders. Regrese al siglo XVIII y aprenda sobre la historia de estos adornos cítricos deliciosos, hechos tradicionalmente con naranjas y clavos de olor, que se elaboraban para llenar los hogares con aromas encantadores y espíritu navideño. En la época colonial, hacer pomanders era una forma de mantener a raya el frío del invierno y brindar calidez a las reuniones. Además de esta actividad práctica, disfrute de una lectura especial de “Era La Vispera de Navidad” en español a la 1:30 p. m. y en inglés a las 2:30 p. m. Perfecto para familias, disfrute de una forma divertida de conectarse con nuestro pasado mientras hace hermosas decoraciones para alegrar su hogar. Los materiales se proporcionan por orden de llegada. ¡No se pierda esta celebración festiva!
Jazz WaHi Presents: Jazzy Jambalaya Storytime “Jazzy Fairy Tales” with Louise Rogers and members of the Pied Piper Children’s Theatre
Fort Washington Library, Children’s Room
For all ages
Join us for a special musical storytime presented by musicians from Jazz WaHi! Open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Come ready to dance!
The Hummingbird saves the day is a fun-filled puppet show all about flowers, friendship, and adventure! Join us at the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum for an exciting in-person event that will delight both kids and adults. Watch as Keke, the brave puppet hero, embarks on a journey filled with laughter and heartwarming moments. Don’t miss out on this magical experience with the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre!
Zumba salva el día – un show de títeres sobre flores, amistad y aventuras donde todos se divierten y aprenden juntos.
Tammy Hall: Hilarious Holiday Tales
Join Tammy as she shares interactive stories and songs for the holidays.
Saturday, December 6th 11:00am
