June 2: 11th Annual Children’s Earth & Water Festival An environmentally-themed festival with children’s activities, small animals, 70 artisans, craft and local food vendors, live music, and entertainment. Free admission. Thomas Bull Memorial Park, 211 Route 416, Montgomery, 845.615.3868; www.waterauthority.orangecountygov.com/festival.html
June 16: Family Free Night Designed for children 0±6 years and their caregivers to enjoy arts and crafts and many exhibits that will facilitate movement and education. Free. Mid Hudson Children’s Museum, 75 North Water St, Poughkeepsie, 845.471.0589; www.mhcm.org
June 17: Dad Fest In its fourth year celebrating dads on Father’s Day, this family-friendly shindig offers live music, great food, vendors, kids’ activities, and more. Free. Washington Park, Madison Ave. and Willet St, Albany, www.albanyevents.org/dadfest
June 17: Creatures of Woodfrog Pond Learn about creatures that call water their home from a naturalist, and enjoy a walk to the pond – where kids can use nets to catch frogs, fish, and more. $8. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd, Scarsdale, 914.723.3470; www.greenburghnaturecenter.org
