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Kid Culture: Prospect Park Children’s Corner

July 10, 2010 By CultureMom Leave a Comment
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There are so many fabulous activities for kids this summer, and here's one more to add to your list.   On “Family Fridays” this July and August, the Children’s Corner (located by the Willink entrance to Prospect Park) will host Brooklyn Public Library’s Kidsmobile and offer free Animal Tales activities by educators from WCS Prospect Park Zoo. Live animals, carousel rides and a trip back in time are right next door, making Family Fridays a convenient spot for families in the summer months. Brooklyn Public Library's Kidsmobile, funded by … [Read more...]

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The 63rd Annual Macy’s Fishing Contest at Prospect Park

June 29, 2010 By CultureMom Leave a Comment
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The 63rd Annual Macy's Fishing Contest contest will run from July 14th – July 18th at Prospect Park. Daily contest hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  There are no rain dates.  The competition is open to children 15 years and younger.  Individuals can sign-up at the contest. Groups of 10 or more must call (718) 287-3400 x101 to register.  Admission is free and equipment and instruction is provided. Prizes will be awarded daily to those who haul in the big catches from Brooklyn’s only freshwater lake.  Before casting their lines, all participants attend … [Read more...]

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Celebrate Liberty in Prospect Park

June 28, 2010 By CultureMom Leave a Comment
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This weekend , you can experience special free events at the Lefferts Historic House and the Prospect Park Audubon Center that mark the anniversary of the end of slavery in NY State, learn about the American eagle and the Declaration of Independence.  The spirit of independence fills Brooklyn’s Prospect Park. For many years in the 19 th century, July 5 was a day to celebrate the end of slavery in NY State ( July 4 th , 1827),with parades and festive dinners.  Monday, July 5th at the Lefferts Historic House there will be a special celebration … [Read more...]

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