Hamptons Weekend Kids Events: Ice Cream Science, Colonial Cakes and More
From ice cream to outdoor adventures, there’s plenty to do with your kids in the Hamptons this weekend. Go on a scavenger hunt, learn a colonial skill, see a play, read a book and more!
THURSDAY, APRIL 28
STORIES, SONGS AND PLAYTIME AT JOHN JERMAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
10:30 a.m. For ages 1–4. Storytime, nursery rhymes and more. John Jermain Memorial Library, 34 West Water Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-0049 johnjermain.org
STORYTIME AT THE QUOGUE LIBRARY
11 a.m. For ages 2–5. Story and simple craft. Quogue Library, 90 Quogue Street, Quogue. 631-653-4224 quoguelibrary.org
SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT AT QUOGUE LIBRARY
2 p.m. All ages. Outdoor scavenger hunt on the beautiful library grounds. Prizes and refreshments. Quogue Library, 90 Quogue Street, Quogue. 631-653-4224 quoguelibrary.org
ACT TWO – TEEN DRAMA GROUP AT HAMPTON BAYS COMMUNITY CENTER
6 p.m. Learn acting, writing, improv and more. Free to join, registration ongoing. Hampton Bays Community Center, 25 Ponquogue Lane, Hampton Bays. 631-702-2425 southamptontownny.gov
FRIDAY, APRIL 29
ICE CREAM SCIENCE AT HAMPTON LIBRARY
4 p.m. Explore the science behind ice cream while making your own batch. Ages 4 and up. Hampton Library, 2478 Main Street, Bridgehampton. 631-537-0015 hamptonlibrary.org
WHERE THE WILD THINGS SNORE AT THE LONG ISLAND AQUARIUM
6 p.m. Spend the evening learning about reptiles. Family Sleepovers include admission, dinner, continental breakfast, snack, craft and animal interactions. Reservation required. Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center. 431 East Main Street, Riverhead. 631-208-9200 longislandaquarium.com
THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. AT WHBPAC
7 p.m. WHBPAC students perform the beloved undersea tale. For audiences of all ages. WHBPAC, 76 Main Street, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-1500 whbpac.org
SATURDAY, APRIL 30
FRIENDS OF THE ROGERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK SALE
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturdays. Bestsellers, art books, history books, DVDs, CDs and more, with dedicated children’s section. Cooper Hall, 91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton. 631-899-4661 myrml.org
ART OF THE MASTERS KIDS ART PROGRAM
10–11 a.m. Saturdays. Each week students will study and recreate works by an array of famous artists, from Michelangelo to Banksy. Supplies included. $30. The Mannix Studio of Art, 38 Gingerbread Lane, East Hampton 631-527-5151 mannix.studio
LEARN A COLONIAL SKILL: SHREWSBURY CAKES AT SOUTHAMPTON HISOTIRCAL MUSEUM
11 a.m. Learn how to bake this colonial relative of the modern-day sugar cookie. Ages 6-12. Southampton Hsitorical Museum, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton. 631-283-2494 southamptonhistoricalmuseum.org
WOLF SWAMP BACKPACK ADVENTURE AT SOFO
2 p.m. Join Crystal Possehl as you explore the first signs of spring in Wolf Swamp. Make leaf rubbings, bird watch and use magnifiers. 3/4 mile hike. Fun for all ages. South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-9735 sofo.org
SUNDAY, MAY 1
FARMER’S HELPER AT THE GREEN SCHOOL
10 a.m. learn how to care for animals big and small. Horses, pigs, chickens, sheep and more. Pre-registration required. The Green School, Sagaponack. 631-231-1148 the-green-school.org
LEGO CLUB AT CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF THE EAST END
10 a.m. Kids can construct works of art using thousands of Lego pieces. $10 general (includes museum admission)/free for members. Children’s Museum of the East End, 376 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-8250 cmee.org
MOMMY AND ME DOWN AT THE FARM AT AMARYLLIS FARM EQUINE RESCUE’S SANCTUARY
11 a.m. Learn about ponies, including how to feed and groom them. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the sanctuary. Amaryllis Farm, 864 Lumber Lane, Bridgehampton. 631-537-7335 amaryllisfarm.com
SUNDAY GAMES AT JOHN JERMAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
3:30 p.m. ages 3 and up. Challenge friends and family to a friendly board game competition. Chutes and Ladders, Candy Land, Apples to Apples and more. John Jermain Memorial Library, 34 West Water Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-0049 johnjermain.org