Science experiments will be presented at the Buz O’Rourke Playground in Bayside on Saturday, September 7.
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In honor of back-to-school, Friends of Crocheron and John Golden Park in Bayside are hosting a weekend of free events to get kids excited about science and fitness at Crocheron Park.
The Back2School Week begins Saturday morning, September 7, with outdoor science experiments aimed at children ages 5 to 12. The Big Top Science event is described as a “three-ring science circus,” with unique, hands-on chemistry and physics demonstrations.
The show is hosted by the Mad Science Group, which brings fun STEM experiences to children in New York City and Westchester County. One of the demos planned will explain how you can actually get a good night’s sleep on a bed of nails.
The main sponsor of this event is Cord Meyer Development, which is currently celebrating its 120th anniversary as a major developer and retail operator in Queens. NYC Parks will also handle the logistics of the events this weekend.
“We are thrilled to partner with the New York City Parks Department and Cord Meyer Development to bring ‘Big Top Science’ to Queens,” said Jessica Burke, founding president of Friends of Crocheron and John Golden Park. “It’s a great opportunity for families to enjoy the show and spend the morning exploring our beautiful park.”
The following Sunday, September 8, KerboomKidz gets children dancing on the playground. The group aims to inspire a mentally and physically healthy lifestyle through dance and fitness.
Shortly after Friends of Crocheron and John Golden Park were formed during the pandemic, Cord Meyer became the main sponsor in 2022 to help improve the Bayside parkland for the community.
“At Cord Meyer, we are all about making a positive difference in the lives of students and young people in the area,” said Joe Forgione, vice president of Cord Meyer. “Whether through internships, supporting Bayside Little League, or sponsoring an event like ‘Big Top Science,’ Cord Meyer is proud to invest in the community and the future of Queens.”
Both events begin at 10:00 a.m. on their respective dates at the Buz O’Rourke Playground at 34th Avenue and 214th Place. Registration and signing waivers for the free events is recommended online.
