THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN BRONX ON MARCH 17

Toddler Story Time - Westbury Friends School
Through May 31, 2012 - Westbury

Toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays. A light snack and plenty of social interaction will be provided. A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.

St. Patty's Day Southern Style! - Southern Hospitality
March 17, 2012 - New York

Saturday, March 17th 11AM-6PM $2 Coors light drafts, $3 Domestic bottles, $3 Green Jello Shots, $4 Guinness drafts, $4 Killians, $5 Jameson shots, $7 Irish car bombs Smoked corned beef and cole slaw specials all day Southern Hospitality Hell's Kitchen 645 9th Avenue (Corner of 45th Street) New York, NY 10036 (212) 265-1000 Phone Southern Hospitality Upper East Side 1460 Second Avenue (between 76th & 77th Sts) New York, NY 10075 212-249-1001 Phone

St. Patrick's Day Parade - Midtown Manhattan
March 17, 2012 -

150,000 marchers will parade up Fifth Avenue in a display of the vibrancy and vitality that is Irish culture. This culture is a special component of the diversity that is the essence of New York and America. Beginning at 11am at Fifth Ave. & 44th St.

MUSICAL GEOGRAPHY I: Baroque Suites & Concerti - St. James' Church
March 17, 2012 - New York

Maestro Frederick Renz takes his cue from a favorite baroque practice of titling dance movements, each depicting couleur locale, to form a suite. Georg Philipp Telemann’s fanciful, programmatic titles like “Les Moscovites,” “Les Suisses,” “Les Portugais” serve as points of departure, to introduce Swedish, Bohemian, and Spanish composers of the 17th- and 18th-centuries. EARLY MUSIC NEW YORK’s deft chamber orchestra evokes a resounding bazaar of diverse ‘local colors.’

Khovanshchina - Metropolitan Opera
March 17, 2012 -

Mussorgsky's other great Russian epic features an ideal Russian and Georgian cast: Olga Borodina, Vladimir Galouzine, Ildar Abdrazakov, Anatoli Kotscherga, and George Gagnidze. Kirill Petrenko conducts.

Don Giovanni - Metropolitan Opera
March 17, 2012 -

Mariusz Kwiecien brings his youthful and sensual interpretation of Mozart's timeless anti-hero to the Met for the first time, under the direction of Tony Award-winning director Michael Grandage and with Fabio Luisi conducting. A troupe of refined Mozartians appears in this new production, including Marina Rebeka, Barbara Frittoli, Isabel Leonard, Matthew Polenzani, Ramón Vargas, and John Relyea. Gerald Finley steps into the title role later in the season, and Andrew Davis also conducts.

Callas on Film - Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
March 17, 2012 -

Exploring Callas's full range, this program with the NDR Sinfonieorchester and conductor Nicolas Rescigno brings us from the comedy of Rossini's Il barbiere through the dark, dramatic tones of Verdi's Lady Macbeth and the bel canto splendors of Spontini's La Vestale and Bellini's Il Pirata. Opera News features editor Brian Kellow will then lead a panel in conversation about Callas's unique artistry and place among the great singers of the 20th century.

Callas on Film - Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
March 17, 2012 -

This very rare documentary produced for French television in the 1970s is probably the most comprehensive examination of the artistry of Maria Callas. Director Alain Ferrari speaks with an impressive array of witnesses to the diva's work and her daily life, including Giuseppe di Stefano, Jon Vickers, Carlo Maria Giulini, and even Franco Zeffirelli, along with a moving account from Callas's teacher Elvira de Hidalgo of the singer's complicated personality.

Youth Stamp Club - Collectors Club
March 17, 2012 - Manhattan

This club, for students in fourth grade and above, meets on the third Saturday of every month from September 2011 through May 2012. Beginners will be introduced to this educational and fun hobby, and participants with collecting experience will find encouragement and guidance. Stamps and all other materials provided free of charge. New members are welcome. To register, email collectorsclub@verizon.net or call 212-683-0559.

The Modern Beethoven: Symphonies No. 1 and 3 - New York Philharmonic
Through March 17, 2012 -

Young People's Concert: Beethoven - New York Philharmonic
March 17, 2012 -

No composer is more central to the symphonic repertory than Beethoven, but his music was difficult for his own generation to accept. Discover what set him apart and why his example has dominated musical thought for two hundred years.

Reggie Wilson - theREVISITATION - New York Live Arts
Through March 17, 2012 -

theREVISITATION is the simple and intricate exercise of looking back to look forward. Selected previous performance works are cut, pasted and merged with new ideas, thoughts, realities and perspectives, and crafted into a vehicle for Wilson to reflect on his past, his approach to his body and its idiomatic movement. It is a reexamination of the artist's moving body and his provocative body of work.

Beatles Brunch - B.B. King Blues Club & Grill
March 17, 2012 -

NYC's Longest Running Beatles Show STRAWBERRY FIELDS featuring former members of Broadway's BEATLEMANIA Doors: 11am - Show: 12pm Ticket includes All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet, Show, Tax and Tip $40 adv, $42.50 door STRAWBERRY FIELDS is a look-a-like, sound-a-like Beatles tribute, dedicated to bringing you as close to a real Beatles concert as you can get. They take you on a Magical Mystery Tour beginning in 1964 complete with mop top hair, black suits with thin ties & the 1st four albums of music. Next stop, 1967, features the psychedelic era of "Sergeant Pepper Lonely Hearts Club Band" album with all the costumes & jackets on the album cover. The last stop includes: "White Album", "Abbey Road" & "Let It Be".

Sugaring-Off Pancake Breakfast - Muscoot Farm
March 17, 2012 - Katonah

The sugaring season has ended and now it is time for a party. Join the farm staff and the New York Maple Sugar Association in enjoying pancakes with real maple syrup and eating maple syrup products.

The Three Little Pigs - Theatre Three
Through March 17, 2012 - Port Jefferson

Here's a message for the whole family. Three pigs, two lost mice, and a rappin' wolf makes for a fun-filled version of the famous story. Told completely in song and verse, this original musical focuses on issues of race relations and the homeless. The show runs through March 17, 2012.

'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' - Theatre Three
Through March 17, 2012 - Port Jefferson

Reminisce as you enjoy the songs of Neil Sedaka, including "Where the Boys Are," "Calendar Girl," "Love Will Keep Us Together," "Laughter in the Rain," and "Stairway to Heaven," among others. The show runs through March 17, 2012.

The Three Little Pigs - Theatre Three
March 17, 2012 - Port Jefferson

Here's a message for the whole family. Three pigs, two lost mice, and a rappin' wolf makes for a fun-filled version of the famous story. Told completely in song and verse, this original musical focuses on issues of race relations and the homeless. The show runs through March 17, 2012.

'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' - Theatre Three
March 17, 2012 - Port Jefferson

Reminisce as you enjoy the songs of Neil Sedaka, including "Where the Boys Are," "Calendar Girl," "Love Will Keep Us Together," "Laughter in the Rain," and "Stairway to Heaven," among others. The show runs through March 17, 2012.

L'Arpeggiata - Carnegie Hall
March 17, 2012 -

With a host of guests—including vocalist Lucilla Galeazzi, soprano Raquel Andueza, and clarinetist Gianluigi Trovesi—L'Arpeggiata performs improvisations and music from the Baroque, alongside the traditional South American folk music featured in their upcoming album Los pajaros perdidos.

The Chieftains With Paddy Moloney - VOICE OF AGES 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR - Carnegie Hall
March 17, 2012 -

Ireland's official Music Ambassadors and six time Grammy-winning ensemble, The Chieftains make their triumphant return to Carnegie Hall on St. Patrick's Day as the climax of their 50th Anniversary Tour in support of their new album Voice of Ages. Paddy Moloney, "a musician of restless curiosity" (The New York Times), is sure to bring his special musician friends from around the world to celebrate this incredible night with them.

Free Crafts for Kids - Lakeshore Learning Store
March 17, 2012 - New Hyde Park

Keep those little hands busy as they create craft projects every Saturday this month. Children ages 3 and up are welcome at all Lakeshore Learning locations. For more information, visit www.LakeshoreLearning.com/FreeCrafts4Kids.

Maple Sugar Festival for Opening Day of Maple Sugar Tours - Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Outdoor Discovery Center
March 17, 2012 - Cornwall

The museum once again hosts this popular, annual event. Maple sugaring tours start every half hour. Special programs on opening weekend include crafts and maple sugar recipes.

The Three Little Pigs or Home Is Where You Hold Your Heart--A Play in Verse and Verses - Theatre Three
March 17, 2012 - Port Jefferson

Not only do the Three Little Pigs have to contend with the wolf but two lost mice as well. Told completely in song and verse, this is a new look at the pigs and their plight. This original musical focuses on issues of race relations and the homeless.

"Someone Must Wash the Dishes": A Play - Somers Library
March 17, 2012 - Somers

A witty, satiric monologue about the women's suffragette movement, performed by Michele LaRue. Register online at www.somerslibrary.org or call 914-232-5717. Sponsored by the Friends of Somers Library.

Fort Hill Players present: 'National Pastime' - Rochambeau School
March 17, 2012 - White Plains

Fort Hill Players announces the Westchester premier of "National Pastime," by Tony Sportiello, directed by Melinda O'Brien. A grand slam for baseball, radio, and romance. Take a trip back to the 1930s with a screwball romantic comedy about a small town radio station that broadcasts the success of the greatest baseball team of all time...if only they were real! If you enjoy old time radio, baseball, and a really good love story - this play will knock it out of the park! General seating. Reservations not needed. Free parking.

Family Program: St. Patrick's Day: Greening the City - The Skyscraper Museum
March 17, 2012 - New York

Explore the possibilities for greening New York City! Kids will work together to create a model green building giving them a hands-on understanding of what makes a building green.

How Can We Put Together Motion & Rest? - Aesthetic Realism Foundation
March 17, 2012 - SoHo

Barbara Allen and Robert Murphy, Aesthetic Realism consultants and popular teachers at metro-area youth centers, teach this month's Learning to Like the World class, helping children learn how to balance activity and rest in their lives.

Messy Afternoons - Long Island Children's Museum
March 17, 2012 - Garden City

Tots will be up to their elbows in goop, guts, shaving cream, and Play-Doh in this class full of artistic activities that everyone loves but no one wants to clean up after. The afternoon will offer a variety of sensory activities for children 18 months to 4 years.

NewUrbanJazz: The John Patitucci Trio - ArtsWestchester
March 17, 2012 - White Plains

Rivertowns jazz master, Grammy award winning bassist extraordinaire for Chick Corea and Wayne Shorter brings his trio to White Plains. John plays with the Wayne Shorter Quartet, which recently performed again at Carnegie Hall as part of the JVC Jazz Festival and released a new recording entitled "Beyond the Sound Barrier." This Westchester resident has also begun touring with his new guitar trio featuring guitarist Adam Rogers and a revolving drum chair that can feature the likes of Brian Blade, Clarence Penn, and Nasheet Waits.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour - Maritime Aquarium
March 17, 2012 - Norwalk

Stops include the Aquarium's "fish kitchen," where 18 tons of fish a year is prepared and above the 110,000-gallon Open Ocean tank, where the dorsal fins of 8-foot sand tiger sharks cut through the water's surface. Participants must be at least 10 years old; under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. For reservations call ext. 2206.

WINTER CREATURE CRUISES - Maritime Aquarium
March 17, 2012 - Norwalk

Winter is an ideal time to see a variety of seals and waterfowl. Educators provide informative commentary. Bring binoculars and warm clothes. Good for ages eight and older. Advanced reservations strongly recommended. Call Ext 2206.

Public Marine-Biology Programs - Maritime Aquarium
March 17, 2012 - Norwalk

This informative program allows visitors access to the marine-education programming available to school groups. Check the Aquarium's website for today's subject. Fifteen participants are taken on a first come first served basis for each time slot. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteer Corps Information Session - Prospect Park Litchfield Villa
March 17, 2012 - Park Slope

Learn about the great opportunities Prospect Park has to offer for volunteering and join in the fun of sprucing up the Park! No experience necessary.

Kids' Cake Decorating with Fondant - CakeSuite
March 17, 2012 - Westport

If your child loves the decorating shows on TV, this is a perfect introduction to the art of cake decorating. Kids ages 6-14 learn how to roll out fondant, enrobe a cake, and decorate it with colored fondant. Each participant goes home with a completed masterpiece.

Playlab Workshop: Luck o' the Green - Brooklyn Children's Museum
March 17, 2012 - Crown Heights

Celebrate St. Patrick's day by learning about Irish traditions, foods, and celebrations. Create a lucky craft to take home.

Women's History Month: Ella Baker - Brooklyn Children's Museum
March 17, 2012 - Crown Heights

Ella Baker was a leader in the civil rights movement, and she helped to form many organizations that fought for social justice. Ella was nicknamed, "Fundi," a Swahili word meaning a person who teaches a craft to the next generation. Join us in creating a craft to pass on to generations to come.

Movie - 'The Secret Of The Kells' - The Picture House
March 17, 2012 - Pelham

Magic, fantasy, and Celtic mythology come together in a riot of color and detail that dazzles the eyes in this sweeping story about the power of imagination and faith to carry humanity through dark times. This English-language film (from Ireland/France/Belgium) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Film. 2009, 75 mins.

Maple Sugaring & Pancake Breakfast - Green Chimneys Clearpool Education Center
March 17, 2012 - Carmel

Clearpool, Putnam County's premier outdoor education and recreation facility, opens its 350 acres of preserved forestland for the March Nature Series Event: Maple Sugaring & Pancake Breakfast. February to March is the best time for making maple syrup. Visit the Clearpool sugarhouse for a demonstration of the sugaring process, then sit down to a hearty breakfast. Outdoor activities and crafts for all. To register, call (845) 225-8226, ext. 101, or email chendershot@greenchimneys.org. Space may be limited; pre-registration required. View more dates and details at www.greenchimneys.org.

Piecing it Together - Collage Exhibition - ArtsWestchester
Through March 17, 2012 - White Plains

Collage is an obsessive art form with as much emphasis on process as on finished product. Piecing it Together is an exhibition of works by eight Westchester artists who exemplify the range of this quintessential modernist medium in the 21st century. Their pieced-together artworks challenge the expected and the everyday. Through March 17.

'Nine, The Musical' - Irvington Town Hall Theater
March 17, 2012 - Irvington

Presented by the Clocktower Players Adult Troupe. Celebrated Italian film director Guido Contini is a wreck. Torn between his wife, his mistress, and his muse the star and desperate for a plot for his next film, he runs off to Venice pursued by a bevy of beautiful women, all clamoring for him. Note: This show contains adult themes; it may not be suitable for young children. Snow Date: Sunday, March 25 at 7pm.

Westchester Mothers of Multiples Spring Childrens Tag Sale - Yorktown Elks Club
March 17, 2012 - Yorktown Heights

Great deals on everything for infants, toddlers, and children: clothes, shoes, toys, strollers, high chairs, bouncy seats, and much more.

St. Patrick's Day Dance Performance - Saddle River Valley Cultural Center
March 17, 2012 - Upper Saddle River

Celebrate St. Patricks Day with award-winning young dancers from the McLoughlin School of Dance, who will perform traditional Irish Dancing dressed in native costume. Afterward, audience members can learn a few dance steps, meet the performers, and pose for pictures.

Family Art Project: Sock Critters - Wave Hill
March 17, 2012 - Bronx

Do you have a lonely sock or mitten? Learn how to crop it into a puppet, or stuff it and remake it into a cute critter with cool button eyes. Admission to the grounds is free until noon.

WINTER WORKSPACE - CONCEPTUAL SEEING (TYPOLOGIES OF PLACE) WITH MATTHEW JENSEN - Wave Hill
March 17, 2012 - Bronx

Matthew Jensen introduces an investigative approach to Wave Hill's gardens. Participants explore the act of collecting and the structure of typologies as tools for communicating concepts and notions of place. They photograph as they walk, using these images to create and present a collection based on their findings. Bring a digital camera. Children ages 12 and older accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended, online at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Free with grounds admission.

Astronomy - Wolfe's Pond Park
March 17, 2012 - Staten Island

Did you know that fall and winter are the best times to observe meteor showers, the phases of the moon, and many planets of the Milky Way. Enjoy astronomy with the Urban Park Rangers, who will guide you the history, science, and folklore of the universe, and looking through a telescope.

III, Exhibition featuring work by: Robin Cameron, Elaine Cameron-Weir, Rochelle Goldberg - Martos Gallery
Through March 17, 2012 - New York

Stack This Press Release Until Its 9 Feet Tall Modernity gives birth to phenomena that are difficult to articulate, not least of which is a kind of faith in the direct relationship between phenomena and their articulation. This is just to say “bear with me”. We talked about Brancusi’s Endless Column, that big knotty extrusion which seems to grow right out of history. But we could just as easily reverse the direction of force (think Walter De Maria’s Vertical Earth Kilometer). Taken together there is a kind of dipping. A piston like motion which, vis a vis time, constitutes the central motor of an artistic practice. Rochelle Goldberg’s Dead-end, Infinite. is all trajectory and trace, or maybe a trace of trajectory. It makes me think of those dangling donuts of dust that cartoon rocket ships leave in their wake. But then again it is so stubbornly present. It feels like it will be here for ages, experiencing a different kind of trajectory, a different kind of dust. It plods along the path from art to archeology beginning its accumulation of dust -to say nothing of its gravitas- in the studio and never looking back. The viewer, a black jean wearing connoisseur, transforms into a scientist in a futuristic Hazamat suit. Like Dead-end, Infinite. Elaine Cameron-Weir’s piece points in two directions at once. Those stainless steel racing stripes are like the stem of an arrow without the head or tail. Our attention is directed downward and I cant help but suspect that its feet are very charged. Lets ask Bataille: “Although within the body blood flows in equal quantities from high to low and from low to high, there is a bias in favor of that which elevates itself, and human life is erroneously seen as an elevation.” Cameron-Weir has given these feet “an exceptionally burlesque value.”1 I knew it. Those feet could star in a pervy Youtube video. The sculpture seems to ask “Is there a space for me between the ionic and the yonic?” Speaking of weird spaces how about Robin Cameron’s Monument to Pedagogy? It is rife with the classic signifier’s of the classroom: the books, the blackboard the… orange? An apples to oranges comparison machine. It is nonsense in the best sense. I smell the outdoors in its precarious logic. The nowhere of recess, of finding a dead animal, or a piece of litter in the outfield. It seems to live in the stolen temporality one gets by playing hooky. Perhaps this sculpture is a descendent of the school of fictive formalism begun by Tom Sawer, that trickster practitioner of the inkwell pigtail drip painting and the serial whitewash monochrome. At the time I’m writing this there is no title for this exhibition. That seems fine the show being comprised of 3 capital I’s. Do they really constitute an I? Perhaps an Other? If you think you know look again, this time with the other eye. Sebastian Black, 2012 1 Georges Bataille, The Big Toe, Visions of Excess: Selected Writings, 1927-1939, ed. Allan Stoekl (University Of Minnesota Press, 1985) 20, 22.

St. Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt - For Families - Westmoreland Sanctuary
March 17, 2012 - Bedford Corners

Try your luck and map reading skills to locate 7 different treasures hidden on the wildlife preserve. A special map with some helpful clues will be given to each participating family/group. Register by March 15th.

Pancake Brunch - Teatown Lake Reservation
March 17, 2012 - Ossining

Bring your appetite to Teatown's tastiest annual tradition - the Pancake Brunch. Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes smothered in maple syrup, hot coffee and sausages, and more. Then visit the sugarhouse to watch a demonstration about how maple syrup ("liquid gold") is produced. Seating is limited so reservations are recommended. Pre-register for all events by calling 914-762-2912, ext. 110.

Polar Bears & Climate Change - Wolf Conservation Center
March 17, 2012 - South Salem

Dr. Don Moore of Polar Bear International and the Smithsonian's National Zoo in a very special talk about polar bears and the impact climate change has had on this magnificent beast. Dr. Moore is the author of the recently published "Disney's Wonderful World of Animals" for children, which will be available for purchase after the lecture. Guests will visit Ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, and Zephyr as well as the WCC's other wolves. Pre-registration required.

30th Annual Spring Westchester County Home Show - Westchester County Center
March 17, 2012 - White Plains

With New York City just a stone's throw away, this home show offers a diverse array of home products and services with a metro flair, featuring local, state, and national vendors, presenting innovative and imaginative displays. The Westchester County Home Show offers the very best home improvement companies in the Metro area, attracting attendees from the suburbs to the city.

Tarrytown Family Y Dance Festival 2012 - Tarrytown Music Hall
March 17, 2012 - Tarrytown

A joyous celebration of dance by the students of the Y Dance Program at the Family YMCA at Tarrytown. Students' dedication in the classroom evolves into an exciting onstage experience in this professionally produced concert, fun for the whole family.

'Lend Me a Tenor' - White Plains Performing Arts Center
March 17, 2012 - White Plains

Set in the 1930s, "Lend Me a Tenor" is a madcap screwball comedy that takes place when Tito Merelli, the fiery-tempered and world famous Italian superstar, arrives in Cleveland, Ohio to make his debut with the local opera and promptly goes missing. As Saunders, the show's presenter, conspires to cover for Tito's absence, placate his hot-blooded wife, and distract his most passionate fans, chaos on a truly operatic level ensues.

Free Crafts for Kids Every Saturday - Lakeshore Learning Store
March 17, 2012 - Scarsdale

Children ages 3 and up are welcome for free craft projects every Saturday. Today: Lucky Shamrock Rainbow Ribbon. Kids design a colorful St. Patrick's Day Streamer they'll love to wave & twirl. For more information, visit www.LakeshoreLearning.com/FreeCrafts4Kids.

FAMILY JAMS featuring Music for Aardvarks - Groove Performing Arts
March 17, 2012 - Larchmont

A live, interactive musical experience for the whole family. Sing, dance, jam and laugh out loud. Ages 6 mos-5 years. Registration recommended.

Nature Photography: Winter Landscapes - Prospect Park Picnic House
March 17, 2012 - Park Slope

An Urban Park Ranger leads photographers to the prime park spots for winter nature photography.

Saturday Family Programs: Pot of Gold - Brooklyn Public Library, central branch
March 17, 2012 - Prospect Heights

Come celebrate Irish Heritage Month with a trio of Irish folktales. Join master storyteller, Timothy Connell as he uses song, dance and audience interaction to travel to the land of Ireland.

The Official Blues Brothers Revue - Queensborough Performing Arts Center
March 17, 2012 - Bayside

Originally played by John Belushi and Dan Ackroyd, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is the only Blues Brothers show to be officially sanctioned by Dan Ackroyd and wife of the late John Belushi, Judith Belushi Pisano. The fictional characters of Jake and Elwood, The Blues Brothers, were introduced to us in the hit movie bearing the same name. The concert stars the two lovable characters who, in the movie, use the power of music to seek redemption from their wicked ways. Get ready to party in style with Jake, Elwood, their Gospel Singers and the Intercontinental Rhythm and Blues Revue Band. Accept no substitutes. This is The Blues Brothers revue that you want to see!

Philadanco - Queens Theatre
March 17, 2012 - Queens

Known for its electrifying performances, PHILADANCO—the Philadelphia Dance Company—is celebrated around the world for its innovation, creativity and preservation of African-American traditions.

Free Arts and Crafts - New People's Church of NY
March 17, 2012 - Flushing

Bring your creative kids to a free arts and crafts event at the New People's Church of New York. Secure your spot by RSVPing to mustardseed.npc@gmail.com. All materials will be provided.

Free Music Lessons - New People's Church of NY
March 17, 2012 - Flushing

Calling all aspiring musicians. Are you interested in learning a new instrument? The New People's Church of New York will be offering free beginner lessons on drums, guitar, bass guitar, and vocals for children between the ages of 8-15. Having an instrument is preferred but not a requirement.Enrollment is limited and begins now on a first come, first served basis. Email npcmusiclessons@gmail.com or call (347) 781-5054 for more information.

Drop-in St. Patrick's Day Crafts - Wilton Library
March 17, 2012 - Wilton

Children of all ages are invited to stop by the Library to make a St. Patrick's Day craft to take home. No registration necessary.

Seal Cruise - The Riverhead Foundation
March 17, 2012 - Freeport

Sail aboard Captain Lou Fleet to view winter harbor seal populations throughout Hempstead Bay. A naturalist will be on board to discuss biology and behavior of seals and other marine life encountered. Proceeds support the New York State Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Program.

Oliver - Bay Terrace Jewish Center
March 17, 2012 - Bayside

This March, Theatre By The Bay, the community theater group based in Bayside, is performing OLIVER! with a cast of 50, including 25 children from Queens and Long Island. The group is taking the opportunity to give back to its community in many ways: It will host a concert for St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children based in Bayside in February. A "Food Glorious Food" Drive during the seven shows encourages audience members to bring non-perishable food items that will be donated to City Harvest.

Syrup Saturday & Pancake Breakfast - New Canaan Nature Center
March 17, 2012 - New Canaan

Head to the sugar shack to learn all about this New England tradition. Enjoy a delicious breakfast of syrup over a short stack of flapjacks or waffles. Join naturalists for a hike down Maple Lane to learn tree identification tips, watch a tree tapping demo and a maple sap boil. Than make a maple-themed craft to take home.

Global Weekends: Cherry Blossoms: Japan Fest - American Museum of Natural History
Through March 17, 2012 - Upper West Side

Free with Museum admission. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Japan's gift of cherry blossoms to New York City with four days of family-friendly workshops, live performances, and food. The program will also include commemorations of the first anniversary of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster.

Transformations - Loft Artist Association
March 17, 2012 - Stamford

CD's, shredded junk mail, zippers, plastic jugs, matches, nuts, bolts, cereal boxes, teabags, and a variety of other household and organic items are transformed from trash to treasure.

Free Craft Saturdays - Make a Weather Wheel - Straight A's
March 17, 2012 - White Plains

Today, kids can drop in and create a lucky mobile to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Note new time.

The Wizard of Oz - The Showplace at the Bellmore Movies
March 17, 2012 - Bellmore

Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they come to life in an adaptation featuring the music of the MGM movie. The audience is encouraged to meet and greet the cast after the performance.

Voices of Africa and Penny Gamble-Williams - Mashantucket Pequot Museum
March 17, 2012 - Mashantucket

This internationally acclaimed cultural music group performs a cappella vocals and traditional West African percussion rhythms. Their stirring performance includes dance, songs, and storytelling. Hear African percussion instruments such as the sekere, agogo, and sakara and samba drums. The ensemble welcomes questions about the origins of their drums and music. Following the performance, Penny Gamble-Williams (Chappaquidick/Wampanoag), visual artist, storyteller, poet, writer, activist, and radio talk show producer and host, talks about the early links of Native American and African people. Five dollars with museum admission.

Celtic Fun with Darlene Graham and the Shades of Green Band - Long Island Children's Museum
March 17, 2012 - Garden City

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an exploration of traditional Irish music with Darlene Graham and the Shades of Green Band. Darlene who's famous for her child-friendly music program "Stomp-it," celebrates Irish culture. Feel free to bring your best singing voice and join in.

"The Ugly Duckling" and "The Tortoise and the Hare" - Symphony Space
March 17, 2012 - Upper West Side

The award-winning Corbian Arts and Dance brings two classic stories to life in a high-tech production that uses electroluminescent wire to create glow-in-the-dark 3D puppets and props. Swirling shapes move, leap, and seemingly float across the stage, set to a soundtrack of classical and contemporary music.

Let's Make St. Patties Muffins - Taste Buds
March 17, 2012 - Manhattan

Bake green muffins (secret ingredient: spinach) from scratch and decorate with delicious frosting.

New York City FIRST Mega Weekend - Jacob Javits Convention Center
March 17, 2012 - Manhattan

The FIRST Mega Weekend brings three intense robotics competitions under one roof. Watch as teams from FIRST Robotics, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Lego League compete to win the regional competition and for a chance to go on to the national competition. Visitors can also stroll through a career fair, where you'll be able to talk to college representatives and fortune companies about careers in technology.

Peter Pan - Broadhollow Theatre
March 17, 2012 - Elmont

You'll be flying high as you watch the adventures of Peter Pan as he saves Wendy from the villainous Captain Hook and his pirate crew.

St. Patrick's Day - Beardsley Zoo
March 17, 2012 - Bridgeport

Kids in the Irish spirit wearing anything green today will be admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. One free child admission per adult. Don't miss the educational "Green Animal" scavenger hunt.

St. Patrick's Day Spray Your Hair Green! - Darlings & Divas
March 17, 2012 - Amityville

Celebrate the holiday and get your hair sprayed green. No reservations required. In addition, anything green in the boutique is 15% off.

Equestrian Treasure Hunt - Greenlawn Equestrian Center
March 17, 2012 - Greenlawn

Follow the treasure map by locating the equestrian clues which eventually lead to the treasure chest. Prizes are awarded for all and pizza and punch is served.

Lego Club - Children's Museum of the East End
March 17, 2012 - Bridgehampton

Older siblings are dropped off to construct works of art from LEGOs while the rest of the family is playing in the museum. Their creations will be on display until the next club meets. The program is designed to encourage older siblings to continue visiting the museum. To help CMEE develop this new program call (631) 537-8250 or email Daphne@cmee.org to donate LEGOs.

A Visit With Madeline - Barnes and Noble at Smith Haven Mall
March 17, 2012 - Lake Grove

Welcome a special visitor all the way from Paris.

Yoga Stretch Class - The Family Wellness Center
March 17, 2012 - Plainview

Class includes instruction in various breathing techniques, gentle and deep stretching, and strengthening muscles and bones. The intention of this class is to create deeper connection to self and deep peace. Call to register.

King Kong Kevin and doggy social - Unleashed by Petco
March 17, 2012 - New York

Bring your dog in to try some delicious recipes from KONG. There will be a chef present giving a demo on some of the recipes and your dog gets to try them all. Yummy!

St. Patricks Day Vines and Canines Educational Vineyard Walk - Martha Clara Vineyards
March 17, 2012 - Riverhead

Wear Green and bring your dog for a walk through the vineyards with winemaker Juan Micieli-Martinez and his dog Satchmo.A donation of a non-perishable dog and cat food item, as well as lightly used pet supplies are appreciated.

Craft for Kids - The Cupcake Corner
March 17, 2012 - Garden City

Bring kids to this bakery/cafe for a free craft every Saturday and Sunday. Craft takes anywhere between 15-45 minutes depending on the age of the child. Different crafts each week. No reservations needed.

Nature Story Hour - Tenafly Nature Center
March 17, 2012 - Tenafly

Children can hear a nature-themed story then meet one of the Center's education animals. Kids will learn about the characteristics of the animal as well as their story and how they became part of Tenafly Nature Center. Meet on the visitor center porch; children must be accompanied by an adult.

BLACK 47 St. Patrick's Day Shows - B.B. King Blues Club & Grill
March 17, 2012 - New York

In 1993, Black 47 changed Irish-American music irrevocably when it burst onto MTV with its hit single, "Funky Ceili." Taking its name from the darkest year of the Irish Potato Famine, the band's music, though often based on traditional melodies, is laced with rock, reggae, hip-hop, New Orleans second line, and modern jazz, while songwriter Larry Kirwan uses influences as varied as Yeats, Joyce, and Dylan to fashion his dramatic, cutting-edge lyrics. Long involved in the Irish Civil Rights Movement, Kirwin formed Black 47 in 1989 to give voice to ideas of freedom and cultural renewal. Through years of relentless touring, Black 47's signature eclectic sound, socially conscious lyrics, and exciting concerts have paved the way for other Irish influenced bands such as Flogging Molly and the Dropkick Murphys. After 2008's Iraq and 2010's Bankers & Gangsters, the band is currently celebrating its 21st year on the road with its latest compilation CD, Funky Ceili - The Party Songs, released in February 2011.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with STREAMS OF WHISKEY Performing the Music of Shane MacGowan + The Pogues - Lucille's
March 17, 2012 - New York

Streams of Whiskey is a Pogues, Shane MacGowan, and The Popes tribute band. If you want to hear "Fields of Athenry" and "I'll Tell Me Ma," then don't bother coming to see this band. They play Pogues, Pogues, and only Pogues! Streams of Whiskey was born out of desperation. Together, these seven musicians recreate the magic, mayhem, drunkenness, and fun that was and is The Pogues. All in all, the band is pretty much a load of misfits that somehow found each other under the umbrella of the Pogues. These musicians love what they do, and it shows!

Opening Reception Student Art Festival Part II Grades 9-12 - Guild Hall
March 17, 2012 - East Hampton

The reception includes student performances live on stage of the John Drew Theater.

Optical Illusion Workshop - Children's Museum of the Arts
March 17, 2012 - SoHo

Design collages with optical illusions based on the work of M.C. Escher.

Cartonlandia Workshop - Children's Museum of the Arts
March 17, 2012 - SoHo

This project is inspired by artist Ana Serrano's "Cartonlandia." Using cardboard, tape, paper, and markers from the buffet, make your own miniature "Cartonlandia" pieces.

Collaborative Needlepoint Workshop - Children's Museum of the Arts
March 17, 2012 - SoHo

Learn about several artists who use needlework as a form of narrative, then work collaboratively on a needlepoint piece.

A Very Green Storytime - Ruth Keeler Memorial Library
March 17, 2012 - North Salem

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with green stories and activities. Help the leprechaun find his gold!

Young People's Concert: Ludwig van Beethoven - Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center
March 17, 2012 - Manhattan

No composer is more central to the symphonic repertory than Beethoven, but his music was difficult for his own generation to accept. Discover what set him apart and why his example has dominated musical thought for 200 years.

St. Patrick's Day: Greening the City - Skyscraper Museum
March 17, 2012 - Battery Park City

Kids will work together to create a model green building and explore the possibilities for "greening" NYC. Registration required; call the main number or email education@skyscraper.org.

Artist's Choice Workshop: Elaine Reichek - Whitney Museum of American Art
March 17, 2012 - Upper East Side

Families have the opportunity to work directly with an artist featured in the museum's Biennial exhibit. Reichek's work features embroidered "drawings" inspired by Greek myth; she'll help participants create their own projects related to her processes and practice.

Saw Mill River Audubon Third Saturday Bird Seed Sale - Pruyn Sanctuary
March 17, 2012 - Chappaqua

Seed shed is staffed by volunteers every third Saturday in the winter. Bird seed sales benefit the local conservation work of Saw Mill River Audubon. Seed is also available during the week on Mondays/Wednesday/Friday 10:30am-3:30pm. Call 914-666-6503 or email office@sawmillriveraudubon.org if you are visiting during the week. Bird seed selection and prices are available online at the bird seed sale web page at www.sawmillriveraudubon.org.

251st Annual NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade - 44th Street and Fifth Avenue
March 17, 2012 - Manhattan

The world's largest St. Patrick's Day parade is always a sight to see. It will begin at 44th Street and march up Fifth Avenue past St. Patrick's Cathedral at 50th Street, up past the American Irish Historical Society at 83rd Street, and end at the Metropolitan Museum of Art at 86th Street.

The Rewind Show - Highline Ballroom
March 17, 2012 -

EVERY SATURDAY LATE NIGHT at The Highline Ballroom: The Rewind Show with live performances and celebrity DJs. File Under: Rock, Dance, Electronic, Late Night. 21 or over to enter. Doors at 10:30pm, Show at 11:00pm. $20 at door. RSVP to info@4kent.com. The Rewind Show is a vision we have had for as long as we have been in the business of night clubs and event planning. We are tired of the same concept that every night-club in NYC has been stuck with over the years and think that it's time to change the way to party! As we all know nothing can compare to a live performance and therefore we have created the Rewind Show! We want to bring an experience like no other by combining the live music of the 80's Rock & Roll era along with the best DJ's spinning the present hits. Every Saturday night, the Highline Ballroom will operate as a high-end night club to let people experience the Rewind Show.

Megafaun - Highline Ballroom
March 17, 2012 -

The trail discovered by 2008's Bury The Square, blazed by 2009's Gather, Form & Fly, and tended by 2010's Heretofore has run into a wide and rushing river. The band we know as Megafaun, born alongside Bon Iver in the ashes that rose from DeYarmond Edison (Brad Cook, Joe Westerlund, and Phil Cook's former band with Justin Vernon), has woven years of writing, touring, and living into a new sonic language. Critically praised and publicly loved for its ability to speak in the many tongues of American musical history -- all while blending it with its own energetic and personal form of rock -- Megafaun has staked a claim. But the lay of that land the band calls its own -- the hills, valleys, and caves beneath -- is just revealing itself in the sunrise. This is the band we know, but in a new light. This is Megafaun.

Family Day at the Center: Walking Tour of Historic Brooklyn Heights - Brooklyn Historical Society
March 17, 2012 - Brooklyn

Explore the architecture of beautiful, historic Brooklyn Heights on an interactive walking tour with the Center for Architecture Foundation. Kids will learn ways of looking for clues in the built environment to uncover some of the fascinating history of this neighborhood.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County Fundraiser - The Dog House
March 17, 2012 - Nanuet

The Dog House Restaurant hosts a week-long fundraiser by donating ten percent of all meal purchases to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County. Diners must either present a flyer (distributed throughout the community) or tell Dog House staff that they want to support the organization.

Fur Design Event - Maximilian at Bloomingdale's
Through March 17, 2012 -

Meet a design specialist to custom design your own luxurious fur-trimmed outerwear or bring in your old fur and we'll give it a totally new look. Call or email LexingtonAve@maximilian.com to book a consultation.

Brooklyn Rooted: Enjoy an Artisanal Dinner Party - (actual address provided after booking)
March 17, 2012 - NY

- Winter-inspired three course dining experience - Wine pairing with each course - Course Introduction and Commentary from Chef Elise - Take-home recipes In this installment of the popular Brooklyn Rooted dinner series, chef Elise Kornack promises a winter-inspired three course meal in the local Brooklyn style you’ve come to expect. Like every Brooklyn Rooted dinner, there is an emphasis on local ingredients. Elise will be cooking an original menu (check it out below) to suit the chilly winter weather with wine pairings to compliment every course. You’ll enjoy the unique flavor combinations, beautifully composed dishes and interesting conversation just four stops from Union Square on the Q train. Like every Brooklyn Rooted dinner, diners will go behind the scenes of how a chef processes inspiration, composes a menu, writes recipes and cooks food with incredible attention to detail in an atmosphere with an aesthetic unlike any other. http://www.sidetour.com/experiences/brooklyn-rooted-artisanal-dinner-party/?utm_source=cityguideny&utm_medium=eventlisting&utm_campaign=EventDirectories

Tequila and Mezcal Tasting at Mayahuel with Owner Phil Ward - Mayahuel
March 17, 2012 - NY

- Enjoy a tasting flight of six high-quality agave-based spirits - Hear how host Phil Ward (former Death & Co head bartender) crafts a cocktail menu - Sit at the bar for this private event at Mayahuel before opening hours Step inside the dark-wooded walls of Mayahuel before opening hours and take a seat at the bar with owner Phil Ward, the former head bartender at Pegu Club and Death & Co. Phil began dabbling in mixology by reading books on classic cocktails, but noticed the lack of refined tequila-based drinks was out of sync with the demand he saw at today’s bars. Mayahuel is Phil’s personal solution to this problem. The East Village bar boasts a wildly impressive selection of agave-based spirits. You’ll get to taste blanco, repasado, and añejo tequilas and three different kinds of mezcals while Phil explains what makes each of them distinct. During the 90 minute experience, feel free to ask Phil questions about the tequila industry and his time tending bar at New York’s finest establishments. You’ll also learn how Phil goes about crafting and naming his cocktails — the story of the “Randy Cocktail” is our personal favorite. http://www.sidetour.com/experiences/tequila-and-mezcal-tasting-at-mayahuel-with-owner-phil-ward/?utm_source=cityguideny&utm_medium=eventlisting&utm_campaign=EventDirectories

Capture the Charm of Prohibition Cocktails with a Master Bartender - (actual address provided after booking)
March 17, 2012 - NY

- Taste a range of Prohibition Era cocktails as you learn to create them on your own - Get to know the basics of bartending: essential spirits, ingredients, recipes and techniques - Host Brian Quinn was trained by the best in New York’s bartending scene - All ingredients and spirits are included in the price Quality cocktails and the quiet comfort of speakeasies have undergone an overdue Renaissance recently. While there is a lot to enjoy about simply drinking Sazeracs and Negronis, develop a fuller appreciation for what you’re tasting during an evening with Brian Quinn — an event producer and bartender hailing from both the underground supper club and cocktail worlds. You’ll sample a range of popular (and potent) Prohibition Era cocktails while Brian shows you the tools and tricks that go into putting them together. While every sip is rich in complexities, classic cocktails aren’t actually as complicated as you might think. Take a crack at it with Brian after he gives you a rundown of the ratios behind the recipes and how different base spirits work in drinks. And after learning how the classics are crafted, you might just be inspired to make up a cocktail of your own. http://www.sidetour.com/experiences/capture-the-charm-of-prohibition-cocktails-with-a-master-bartender/?utm_source=cityguideny&utm_medium=eventlisting&utm_campaign=EventDirectories

Virtuoso Pianist Invites You to His Studio for Exclusive Concert - (actual address provided after booking)
March 17, 2012 - NY

- Host and Steinway Artist Robert DeGaetano is a graduate of the renowned Juilliard School and has appeared at Carnegie Hall and around the world. - In an intimate setting, Robert will perform for you a selection of classical and original works on a Steinway Grand piano. - In addition to the private concert, Robert will lead a lively discussion about music and the works performed. We music lovers were all born 200 years too late. In the 19th century, small groups of friends and family would gather in the parlor for a private musical performance and spirited conversation. It was a special era in arts history, but slowly faded away as recorded music rose to prominence, followed by radio, television, Internet, iPads… We’ve gotten farther and farther away from that one-on-one, emotional connection with the music. For one extraordinary evening, noted pianist and composer Robert DeGaetano will let you experience the lost tradition of parlor music. Join him in his midtown studio for an intimate concert. You’ll witness a true master and the majesty of a Hamburg Steinway Grand. It’s the power of the concert hall in a small, private setting. Robert is eager to answer your questions about the selections played—both breathtaking classics and delightful originals. You won’t just hear; you’ll feel: that unbreakable bond between musician and music, between music and you. Light soft drinks will be available. Guests will be asked to turn off their cellphones and other electronic devices. http://www.sidetour.com/experiences/virtuoso-pianist-invites-you-to-his-studio-for-exclusive-concert/?utm_source=cityguideny&utm_medium=eventlisting&utm_campaign=EventDirectories

Dine on Traditional Irish Fare at a Culinary Salon this St. Patrick’s Day - City Grit
March 17, 2012 - NY

- Multi-course menu prepared by FOOD & WINE Home Cook Superstar Sarah Simmons - Irish-inspired menu featuring staples like corned beef and braised cabbage Most people use March 17th as a great excuse to drink, but why limit yourself to just one way of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? Inspired by traditional Irish fare, FOOD & WINE Home Cook Superstar Sarah Simmons will serve up a hearty meal that’ll feature staples such as corned beef and braised cabbage with all the quality we’ve come to expect from her culinary salon, CITY GRIT. And if you haven’t already had enough to drink by dinner time, there will be beer and wine available to purchase. These SideTour spots are part of the larger City Grit St. Patrick’s Day Party. http://www.sidetour.com/experiences/dine-on-traditional-irish-fare-at-a-culinary-salon-this-st-patricks-day/?utm_source=cityguideny&utm_medium=eventlisting&utm_campaign=EventDirectories

St. Patrick's Day Breakfast/Brunch - Cupcake Corner Too
March 17, 2012 - Garden City

Bring your kids and your appetite to an Irish buffet brunch for St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy egg patties with Irish sausage, fresh fruit, steel-cut Irish oatmeal, Barry's Irish tea, Irish soda bread with kerry butter, Irish cheddar quiche, Irish cream cupcakes, and a little friendly English thrown in for good measure - traditional English scones with imported Devon clotted cream. St. Patrick's Day crafts and tattoos for the kids, a little bagpipe music, Irish stories, and fun for all. Reservations and pre-payment required.

Focus Family Photography Workshop - 25 CPW Gallery
March 17, 2012 - Upper West Side

Magic Box Productions, Inc. presents FOCUS 2012, an exhibit of award-winning student photography and animation. Parents and children can join in the fun at the Focus Family Photography workshops, offered on Saturday and Sunday. Reservations are strongly suggested; call 914-630-0256 to confirm space. Magic Box Productions is one of the few NYC nonprofits bringing media arts to children of all ages (K-12), enabling them to use digital technology as tools for both personal expression and to enhance understanding of their changing world.

St. Patrick's Day - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
March 17, 2012 - Bridgeport

It's St. Patrick's Day! Time to shimmy your shamrock, go green, get jiggy, and groove your way to the Zoo! Kids in the Irish spirit wearing anything green today will be admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. One free child admission per adult. Don't miss our educational "Green Animal" scavenger hunt while you're here!

Family Day at the Center: Walking Tour of Historic Brooklyn Heights - Brooklyn Historical Society
March 17, 2012 - Brooklyn Heights

Explore the architecture of this beautiful, historic neighborhood on an interactive walking tour with the Center for Architecture Foundation. Kids will learn ways of looking for clues in the built environment to uncover some of the fascinating history of this neighborhood. In collaboration with the Brooklyn Historical Society.

Free Rabies Vaccinations - Cortlandt Animal Hospital
March 17, 2012 - Cortlandt Manor

Free rabies vaccinations by appointment only for dogs and cats owned by Westchester County residents. This is a one-day vaccination clinic sponsored by the Westchester County Health Department. Call Cortlandt Animal Hospital for appointment.

Fam Lab: Monochromatic Green Art - Orange Splot Art Spot
March 17, 2012 - Peekskill

Explore the interactive art space, experiment with art materials, and play with art games, all inspired by Ireland's greens.

Therapy Dog Lends an Ear to Young Readers - Harrison Public Library
March 17, 2012 - Harrison

Tail Waggin' Tutors are therapy dogs and their handlers who visit schools and libraries so children can practice reading to them. This program helps young readers develop their skills by giving them one-on-one time with a furry, patient listener. Children who may be shy reading in front of peers will often willingly read to a friendly dog. This builds confidence and makes reading enjoyable. Dogs don't mind if you make mistakes!

Babysitting Course - Ruth Keeler Memorial Library
March 17, 2012 - North Salem

Denise Schrimer will be teaching a course in babysitting for students in grades 6-12. Students will learn vital skills for the safe and responsible care of children. Enrollment is limited to 12 spaces so regiatration is required. Students who participate are asked to bring a notebook, pencil, bag lunch, and a drink. Call the library to register. Certificates of completion will be awarded. Co-sponsored with the NS Recreation Department.

Nature Photography Workshops - Queens Botanical Garden
Through March 17, 2012 - Corona

Two Workshops: Wildlife Photography - Saturday, March 10 (rain date March 24), 1 to 3:30pm; Flower Photography - Saturday, March 17, 1 to 3:30pm.