Our apartment walls are paper thin, so I know my neighbors must think I'm some crazed maniac as I scream at the boys for running from room to room as if we lived in a space the size of a football field opposed to the over-stuffed, over-rated NYC rental we live in. Over the summer we were very laid back about our day to day plans, with so many family passing's and life altering changes we tried not to over extend ourselves too much and wanted the kids to just enjoy relaxing - which if left to them to decide meant the involvement of some sort of gadget or gizmo or them imitating their favorite wrestling moves on our furniture. Every year right before we bid summer farewell we look forward to shutting off the television and the tablets to head outdoors for one awesome day of fun & fitness.
On Saturday, Sept. 17, Nickelodeon celebrated its 13th annual Worldwide Day of Play in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park. The slime-filled event featured Nickelodeon-themed games and fitness-themed activities hosted by Nick’s long-standing local partners, including the Art of Stepping, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, Canine Companions for Independence, Major League Baseball’s PLAY BALL and World Baseball Classic, NBA Fit, New York Road Runners (NYRR), NFL PLAY 60, Playworks, Special Olympics, Street Soccer USA and USA BMX.
We've attended the event in years past and the highlights for the day-long celebration included appearances by the stars of Nickelodeon’s Legendary Dudas, and Brooklyn Nets players Jeremy Lin and Joe Harris. Activities include a Super Slime obstacle course, Nick bowling, a slime booth, costume characters, a Nick Radio dance party, and more.
Both of my boys have a big interest in someday ending up on television show like the hilarious, family friendly ones we watch on Nickelodeon & getting the chance to meet the stars of Legendary Dudas, Devion Harris & Theodore Barnes during a mini interview was a pretty cool experience.The actors explained to CJ how despite being on television they are still normal kids with chores, who'd rather be playing outdoors opposed to multiple interviews, they discussed the commitment it takes from not only the child actor but their parents in order to find success in the business, and they laughed at how they hoped they could try their own silly stunts for the show. Take a listen below.
What kind of outdoor activities do your kids enjoy when having downtime from electronics?
I would have been excited too and jumped all over the flat :-). As a big kid myself, l would be fighting them for space.
ReplyDeleteWow! That looks like a lot of fun! We go to the park when it is timw to get off of our devices. The kids enjoy riding their bikes and taking in the fresh air.
ReplyDeleteI'm totally here for an active day over those gadgets any day! AWESOME!
ReplyDeleteAww so happy your kids got to have fun and meet the Legendary Dudas!!
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to go to a Nickelodeon event when I was little. I dreamed of visiting the studios or even getting on Legends of the Hidden Temple. Your boys are blessed to have had such an experience!
ReplyDeleteI don't have any kids, but this looks like a ton of fun. Let the inner big kid out.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a fun experience for all. My newphew would enjoy this immensely.
ReplyDeleteWow! It looks like the boys had a ball. That would be so much fun to attend. I need to look into that next year for my nephew.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, this looks like a great event! I'm sure the kids would love it!
ReplyDeleteYes! It is so important to go outside and play again! Get off the phone! Lol.
ReplyDeleteKids still enjoy playing outside, if given the opportunity. This looks like such a fun event.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome event for kids to get some exercise but have fun. My nephews love to play tennis!
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