Grab & Go Kids Planner: Busy May Edition

The Reebok Junior Tennis Academy
Saturday, May 14
3 p.m - 6 p.m.
A free program of the City Parks Foundation for NYC residents ages 8-16 designed as a annual scholarship training program for players with intermediate or advanced playing ability which provides free expert coaching, practice time and tournament sponsorship.  Players who pass the first round of try-outs on Saturday will come back on Sunday for match-play situations. Since the beginning of this program, over one hundred program participants have earned either a USTA ranking or college tennis scholarships.  To register and learn more about the program rules visit Tennis Academy.  USTA/ Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows Park

Strack Pond: A Haven for Herpetology
Sunday, May 15
10 a.m.
The Forest Park Urban Park Rangers invite kids of all ages to observe reptiles and amphibians at the park pond.  Kids will look for turtles, learn to recognize toad calls and learn all about how these local animals play a huge role in the overall ecosystem.  Free event. For more information visit Forest Park Rangers.  Forest Park

Brunch with Bakers and Shakers
Sunday, May 15
11 a.m.
Bakers and Shakers will hold a crepe making class to teach your mini chefs how to prepare a beautiful brunch from scratch. $25/$10 each additional sibling.  E-mail Renee@bakersandshakers.com or call 646-Kid-Food for reservations.  Visit Crepe Class for more information. Central Queens YM & YWHA. 67-09 108th  Street.

Green for Queens Earth Day Fair
Sunday, May 15
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
The Central Queens Y is hosting a great earth friendly event for kids and educational environmental festival for people of all ages.  Kids will love the Wildlife Children’s Theater featuring snakes, lizards and worms, cooking demos, live music and eco-crafts. Adults can come for delicious organic chocolate and coffee tastings, sign up for a free energy audit, learn about organic food coops, recycle old cell phones and clothing.  Additionally, Anna Lappe, author of “Diet for a Hot Planet” will be speaking at 3 p.m. To learn more visit Green for Queens. Central Queens YM & YWHA. 67-09 108th  Street.

Farm Fest
Sunday, May 15
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Queens County Farm Museum welcomes back spring with their annual farm fest. This year kids will see the annual sheep shearing event, enjoy local artisinal foods, enjoy pony rides and listen to the country western band. Admission $5.00 per person.  For more information visit Farm Fest. 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park