With the Fourth Of July just around the corner, it is a perfect time to learn about the history of the US and of Ridgewood. While Ridgewood has many designated historical sections. None is more historic than the Vander-Ende Onderdonk House on Flushing Ave.
With the distinction of being the oldest standing house in Ridgewood. This 1700s dutch farmhouse sits on a small plot of land in what is now an industrial area at the edge of town. The Onderdonk House has events both in the house and on the grounds. Right behind house us a small rock garden that is home to a few chicken.
The Onderdonk House is truly a community house. It is run by volunteers, it has a wonderful library that chronicles the history of the area going back to the Dutch settlers, and is a place where local scouts do service projects. For example the picnic area was restored by scouts, the interior of the house was painted by scouts and other projects on the property.
Inside the house, there is currently an exhibit of items found during an archeological dig of the site in the 1970s. Which shows how people lived during the pre-revolutionary war period.
Please check their website http://www.onderdonkhouse.org for hours and upcoming events. The host many weddings so check to make sure they are open to the public on days you want to visit.
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Thursday
Things to do with kids in Ridgewood: Dollar Movies at Atlas Park
Are you going to see this years huge blockbuster kids movies? No. But there is a great selection of movies that are playing at 10am on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Both movies play on both days. It is a great way to beat the heat or even an inexpensive way to get your little ones used to being in a movie theater.
The theaters can get a little crowded, especially if a camp group shows up. So I would suggest getting there a little early. Give yourself time to grab some soda and popcorn (breakfast of champions) and find some good seats. Remember a room full of 200 kids is going to be noisy.
The theaters can get a little crowded, especially if a camp group shows up. So I would suggest getting there a little early. Give yourself time to grab some soda and popcorn (breakfast of champions) and find some good seats. Remember a room full of 200 kids is going to be noisy.
Highlights this summer include The Lego Movie and How to Train Your Dragon 2.
Tue July 7 & Wed July 8
- Earth to Echo
- Boxtrolls
Tue July 14 & Wed July 15
- Paddington
- Turbo
- Rio 2
- How To Train Your Dragon 2
- Mr. Peabody
- Book of Life
Tue August 4 & Wed August 5
- Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Madagascar 3
- Dolphin Tale 2
Tue August 18 & Wed August 19
- Muppets, Most Wanted
- Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Tue August 25 & Wed August 26
- The Lego Movie
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
Wednesday
Things to do in Ridgewood with your kids: Dry Harbor Playground
The Greater Ridgewood Area in Queens is filled with parks and playgrounds which makes entertaining young kids in the 11385 really easy and fun.
Dry Harbor playground (part of Forest Park) is one of the gems. While its not very large it is surrounded by trees so there is plenty of shade for parents to keep cool while the little ones frolic.The playground which has two sets of swings (totally in the shade), also has two climbing structures including a pirate ship which is fitting for its nautical name.
There is a splash area with several cement spheres that spray out water. Is it the most inspired water feature? No. But kids will get plenty wet on a sunny day. Just watch out if you are on the adjacent benches, a well aimed breeze will send a spray of water your way.
The park which has bathrooms, is located on Myrtle Ave and 80th street and is easily accessed by the Q55 bus.
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