A Celebration of East European Culture Featuring Regional Music - Queens Library: Ridgewood Branch
April 16, 2012 - Ridgewood
Does your family have some Eastern European heritage? Whether you are Russian born and raised or call America home, everyone will enjoy this cultural event. Come hear the sounds of traditional Romanian folklore music, and learn a little more about your own culture or a lot more about one you've never experienced.
Family Wii Zumba - Queens Library: Lefrak City Branch
April 16, 2012 - Corona
Get in shape while having fun with your family as everyone Zumbas their way to health. Bring a towel and a bottle of water. The whole family is welcome to participate.
Is Going to Court Right for Me? Three Ways to Divorce - Teleseminar
April 17, 2012 - Over the phone event
For parents who love their children but are thinking about separating, this over-the-phone seminar might help answer some questions. Is Going to Court Right for Me? Three Ways to Divorce is presented by Lee Chabin, Esq., Divorce Mediator. Email Lee for details at lee_chabin@lc-mediate.com. Please call 718-229-6149 beforehand to get actual teleseminar number.
Manga Mythology - Queens Library: Rochdale Village Branch
April 17, 2012 - Jamaica
Are your kids fascinated by manga and anime? Take them to the library to meet a manga anthropologist as he explores the Japanese mythology at the basis of much of manga and anime.
1001 Voices Preview Concert - Queens Library: Flushing Branch
April 19, 2012 - Flushing
Experience Queens Symphony Orchestra's inaugural festival at three free concert events. The QSO joins together with 72 different arts organizations throughout the borough of Queens to bring you 1001 Voices, their first annual QSO Arts & Music Festival.
Family Art Project: Who Will Speak for the Trees? - Wave Hill
April 21, 2012 - Bronx
Listen to guest storyteller Rama Mandel read "The Lorax," by Dr. Seuss, and "The Giving Tree," by Shel Silverstein. Working with your hands, form burlap and mixed papers into a portrait that honors trees. Then fashion a tiny Earth Day gem to wear as a charm or pin. Admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Open Mic for Poets - Queens Library: Central Branch
April 23, 2012 - Jamaica
Bring your 2 to 6-year-old children to the Children's Library Discovery Center to listen to soothing bedtime stories. Children should feel free to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed toy.
Paper Crafts - Queens Library: McGoldrick Branch
April 23, 2012 - Flushing
Kids ages 8 and older get crafty at the library. In this event, they learn to create fun paper presents for friends or family members.
Check out these free and low-cost family and children's theater performances playing the week of April 16 in Queens. See if your favorite play or musical will be in town and get all the details on the performance, or just browse the theater listings to find a fun new show that your family can go see together. In the warmer months, you may also find outdoor concerts and performances, including outdoor movies. Whether you live in Queens or will just be visiting during the week of April 16, you'll find plenty of entertainment in the theaters. For more free and low-cost upcoming family and children's events in Queens, go to our 
