From Storytime to Screentime

Where books come to life—right before your eyes!

Wednesdays – Sundays: 12:30 – 1:30 pm
The Paley Museum, 25 West 52 Street, NYC
Free for Paley Members I Included in General Admission

At The Paley Museum, families can enjoy From Storytime to Screentime, a fun, entertaining, and educational program featuring screenings of beloved TV shows inspired by classic children’s books. The program starts with a cozy storytime, where a presenter reads the original book aloud. Afterward, families will watch the TV show adaptation and participate in arts & crafts and activities inspired by the stories. It’s the perfect combination of reading, watching, and playing—only at Paley!

Storytime is free for Paley Members; included in General Admission.

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September

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit’s mother told him to stay out of Farmer McGregor’s garden, but the curious little rabbit couldn’t resist!

September Arts & Crafts: Peter Rabbit Paper Roll!

Make your very own little Peter Rabbit—using a toilet paper roll, paper, scissors, markers, and glue! He could wear the same blue coat you see in the book, or give him new clothes from your imagination.

October

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!: “Hassle in the Castle”

When Scooby-Doo and the gang get stuck on Haunted Island, they visit a spooky house for help. But someone, or something, wants them out!

October Arts & Crafts: Ghosts and Ghoulies Buttons!

Using markers and colored pencils, draw your favorite spooky character, or design one of your own. Your creation will be turned into a button you can wear, just in time for Halloween!

November

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

When Peppermint Patty invites herself to Charlie Brown and Sally’s house for Thanksgiving, Snoopy makes all the arrangements for their guests—including the Thanksgiving feast.

November Arts & Crafts: Snoopy and Woodstock Thanksgiving Stick Puppets

It’s Thanksgiving time! Using popsicle sticks, paper, scissors, glue, and markers, make your own Snoopy and Woodstock stick puppets, complete with their own pilgrim hat.

December

Arthur's Perfect Christmas

The residents of Elwood City prepare for the holidays, and Arthur gets ready for what he hopes is a "perfect” Christmas.

December Arts & Crafts: Winter Craft Extravaganza!

Like Arthur, get ready for a fun winter holiday by making festive crafts—snow globes, snowmen, trees, and stick puppets—using simple supplies. Don’t miss special Family Day crafts at PaleyLand in New York!

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The Paley Museum
25 West 52 Street, New York City

Events and participants are subject to change.

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