Little leapers
May 4: Evening Frog Walk Adventurous amphibians are all over the Valley. Feel like a professional frog monitor as you search for the slimy critters. Learn all about their habits and how to identify them by their different “ribbits” during this evening hunt. Don’t forget your flashlight! Recommended for ages 5 and up. 7:30 p.m. $5. Rain date May 5. • Outdoor Discovery Center, Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. 100 Muser Dr., Cornwall. 845-534-5506 or www.hhnaturemuseum.org
Beautiful ballerinas
May 5-6: The Snow Queen Little lovers of dance don’t have to travel to NYC to see a ballet. The Catskill Ballet Theatre — a group comprised of both professional and local dancers — performs Hans Christian Andersen’s masterpiece on stage. Graceful dancers and orchestral music tell the tale of two friends who overcome the wicked Snow Queen and celebrate the coming of spring. Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $27, $20 seniors & students. • Ulster Performing Arts Center. 601 Broadway, Kingston. 845-339-1629 or www.catskillballet.org
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A big red show
May 11: Clifford the Big Red Dog Live Clifford and his friends from Birdwell Island mark his 50th anniversary with new adventures. The production centers around teaching Clifford’s BIG ideas about respecting others and believing in yourself. 7 p.m. Call for ticket information. • Proctors. 432 State St., Schenectady. 518-346-6204 or www.proctors.org
Tea time
May 13: Mother’s Day Tea Treat mom and the kids to a family friendly tour of the historic Clermont estate. Explore the 18th-century mansion’s numerous rooms and sprawling acres of surrounding property before ending with an elegant tea in the gardens. 1 p.m. $12, reservations required. • 1 Clermont Ave., Germantown. 518-537-6622 or www.friendsofclermont.org
Fresh air festival
May 19: Earth and Water Festival Spend a full day in the fresh air while you taste foods from local vendors, enjoy games and activities, and watch live performances. Slither over to the Snakeman and other animal gurus to interact with local wildlife. 11 a.m. • Thomas Bull Memorial Park. 94 Grove St., Montgomery. http://waterauthority.orangecountygov.com/festival.html
Art on parade
May 19: Phools Parade Show off your artistic style at this annual event. Artists big and small march down Main Street with their custom costumes, sculptures, and floats. Dance to live music and collect prizes for your creativity. 1 p.m. • New Paltz Middle School. 2 S. Manheim Blvd., New Paltz. www.phoolsparade.com
