Free Fun Fountain #1

It's spring! Who doesn't enjoy watching flowers bloom as the weather warms? We are, after all, a part of nature. We come out of hibernation and make more time to do more stuff outdoors. We re-enter the world as explorers, as fun-seekers, and as recessionistas.

Hence, the hunt for free fun begins. Not to worry, I've got a scroll of fun free things to do for all ages. A Monday through Sunday guide to free fun. This will be one of many - the free fun fountain keeps flowing as the heat rises. This week's free fun list highlights cultural events in New York City ranging from art to science to animal appreciation. Check them out below then check them out for real. Have fun, honey!

Free Fun Fountain List #1: Free Culture in NYC
Monday: Tour the Fed
That's right, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York hosts free tours on the half hour Monday - Friday from 9:30am to 2:30pm. How timely, no?

Tuesday: Go Very Green
Visit the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens. It's free every Tuesday, and it's so gorgeous. You'd be a fool to miss out. Open 8am to 6pm.

Wednesday: Be an Animal!
Or at least hang out with a wide variety of them at the famous Bronx Zoo! It's pay-what-you-wish every Wednesday. And don't be intimidated by their "suggested donation", just about everybody there on Wednesdays pays nothing. Enjoy!

Thursday: KidArt Time!
Gather the children...yours, your sister's, your friend's, or your inner and pay a free visit to the Children's Museum of the Arts. It's free Thursdays from 4-6pm and it's an excuse to let loose, be creative and have immeasurable fun.

Friday: How Very Modern
You can't be a New Yorker, even if only visiting for a week, unless you spend some quality time at the MOMA. It's free every Friday from 4-8pm, so you'd better go.

Saturday: More For the Kiddies
If you can make it before 11am, the Brooklyn Children's Museum offers free admission (both Saturday and Sunday). I've gone as an adult with no children...it's fun, but be prepared for the question, "where are your children"? If you don't have any of your own, now's a great time to help a friend gain peace of mind by offering to babysit.

Sunday: Drop Science
Again, if you can make it there between 10-11am, the New York Hall of Science is free for you! I know that's early, and trust me, I wouldn't recommend it if it weren't a smackload of fun. Expect an adventure for the mind. A guaranteed thrill for inquisitive types.



On another note, the Metropolitan Opera ("the Met") is offering tickets as low as $20. Ever been to the opera before? May be worth a visit...plus an excuse to dress up ;)