#KidsCorner | Santa, wreath-making, hatchlings
BY Michael Gillen
This is a great weekend to get into the holiday spirit in Queens! Join Santa Claus for breakfast from 8 am to 10 am at Queens Center on Saturday, Dec. 3, during the mall’s free monthly Kids Club event. 90-15 Queens Blvd. Elmhurst
On Friday, Dec. 9, the big guy will visit The Shops at Atlas Park to help light the Christmas tree at 6 pm. Enjoy music, entertainment, giveaways, and of course, milk and cookies! 80-00 Cooper Ave., Glendale
Tweens and teens can spend quality time with their families creating holiday wreaths during a special workshop with professional gardener Jay Jones at the Voelker Orth Museum on Dec. 3, from 1 pm to 4 pm. The cost is $20 and includes materials. 149-19 38th Ave., Flushing
Keep your curious toddlers busy at the Queens Zoo during the Little Hatchlings program. Children (ages 1-3) explore animals and nature with their caregivers during this one-hour program. The cost is $30 for a single session on Dec. 3, 10 or 17 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Plan ahead and check out the December Wildlife Science Camp during school break (ages 4-9). The cost is $95 for a single-day session on Dec. 27, 28, 29 or 30 from 9 am to 3 pm. 53-51 111th St., Corona (Flushing Meadows Corona Park)
Visit Macaroni Kid for a list a full list of upcoming family events, holiday tree lightings, and chances to see Santa!
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Top image: Queens Center/Santa HQ