The longest days of the year can get really, really long if you have a bored child hanging around. Keep ’em occupied—and happy!—with these excellent neighborhood options. As always, click on the blue text for more information.

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MOOMAH
Drop in anytime for summer fun at Moomah! We’ve created some exciting themed projects to accompany the warm weather: Join us for All About Bugs! (the week of June 13), Dinosaurs! (the week of July 11), and Fairies & Fairy Tales! (the week of July 25). You never need a reservation and there’s always something beautiful to create, delicious food to eat, and coffee, wine, and beer to drink…. And now we’re thrilled to be serving 3 Twins Organic Ice Cream. See you this summer!

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TRIBECA LANGUAGE
Our extended summer program teaches children a language (Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, or German) through arts, movement, and music. Activities range from practicing traditional dances and songs to choosing a historical moment and performing a skit in the target language. Children will receive a hands-on education about artistic contributions made by their country of focus by creating similar works of their own! Our activities integrate traditions of the world as a means to encourage the student’s multicultural awareness.

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EXERBLAST
In late May, New York families in search of health, fun, and quality time together will be offered an exciting new choice when eXerBlast, an imaginative and playful fitness space, opens its doors to the public. eXerBlasters will experience a research-based, action-packed adventure that promotes their physical health as they and their families embark on a virtual journey from Tribeca to outer space and beyond.… Visit exerblast.com to learn more and sign up. Photo courtesy of leggacyphotos.com.

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THE QUAD MANHATTAN
Spend a summer of wonder and fun in our inclusive community. Following a twice-exceptional model, The Quad individualizes for both gifts and struggles. A structured, yet peaceful, schedule allows for exploration of New York City plus all the unique classes and sophisticated instruction The Quad has to offer. Children learn problem-solving and friendship skills and rotate through choices in the arts, tech, and movement, based on interest and skill level. Tutoring and swimming (with Imagine Swimming) available. For ages 3–12.

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TORLY KID’S SUMMER BOOK CLUB
Torly Kid’s latest in a string of activities for kids 7+ is a summer book club series. For $25, your lit-loving child gets a novel to read ahead of time and an hour of creative book-related activities and discussions. Selections include The Wish Giver: Tales of a Coven Tree (June 28), Sideways Stories from Wayside School (July 26), and The Phantom Tollbooth (August 30). Tuesdays, 4:30–5:30 p.m.; reserve in advance at 212-406-7440. More info at torlykid.com.

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DOWNTOWN DANCE FACTORY
Just in time for summer: the Downtown Dance Factory Summer Program! Each week-long program offers your preschool and/or elementary-aged child a wide range of dance and performing arts-related options, including sessions in jazz/hip-hop, lyrical/modern dance, tap, musical theater, breaking, craft and costume-making, choreography, and improvisation. No prior experience is necessary. Summer sessions are July 5–8, July 11–15, July 18–22, and July 25–29. Call 212-962-1800 or register at downtowndancefactory.com.

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CAMP CLAREMONT
Camp Claremont offers 3–8 year-olds an amazingly diverse experience including daily swimming, sports, and outdoor time, plus crafts, woodworking, cooking, karate, yoga, and more. Theme weeks and special events add to the excitement. June 20–July 29 (two weeks or more required). Older children (entering 4th–8th grades) join our specialty academies—one-week programs in fine arts, music, cooking, filmmaking, and vocal performance. In the heart of the Financial District; 212-232-0266, ext. 254.

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JEM FABRIC WAREHOUSE DIY MASH-UP FOR KIDS
We’re a community of designers, artists, crafters, sewers, and dreamers nestled among the aisles of downtown’s biggest fabric store (355 Broadway). Starting June 9, kids will be able to collaborate with artists and designers on workshops, such as Wearable Sculpture, make your own tote bags and dye resists, crazy crafted creatures, and with our JAW program with Anonymous gallery, Superhero Costumes. For more info: jemonbroadway@aol.com.

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