New York City Activities and Resources

New York City has much to offer families – parks, museums, festivals, theater, music, and so much more. Here are some resources to help you get started. Check back soon for more ideas to keep the learning going!

Alliance for the Arts
www.allianceforarts.org and http://nyckidsarts.org
The Alliance for the Arts serves the entire cultural community through research and advocacy, and serves the public through cultural guides and calendars. Its flagship publication – NYCkidsARTS – is intended for New York City public school teachers, parents, and students. This comprehensive calendar and guide contains information on the best educational programming offered by more than 400 cultural organizations citywide.

American Camp Association (ACA)
www.acacamps.org
ACA provides a directory of more than 2,400 accredited camps that meet up to 300 standards for health, safety, and program quality.

High 5 Tickets to the Arts
www.high5tix.org
High 5 Tickets to the Arts offers teens between the ages of 13 and 18 tickets to theater, dance, music, opera, museums, and more — all for just $5. Each teen can also purchase an additional $5 ticket for an adult or sibling, and tickets to museums are always 2-for $5.Purchase High 5 tickets through www.high5tix.org or call (212) HI5-TKTS (445-8587). You can also visit www.high5tix.org to sign up for email alerts or download a full listing of events.

New York City Department of Parks & Recreation
http://nycgovparks.org/
The New York City Department of Parks & Recreation offers numerous athletic, academic, and cultural programs, including Teens at Parks, fitness activities, after-school programs for students, Computer Resource Centers, and Summer Festivals.

Partnership for After School Education (PASE)
www.pasesetter.com
PASE provides an English and Spanish guide to after-school programs. Parents can search online for programs in their neighborhood by entering their home address.