From Storytime to Screentime at The Paley Museum
Date and Time
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Location
25 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019, USA
Manhattan, NY
Event Details
From Storytime to Screentime
Wednesdays – Fridays: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 12:30 – 1:30 pm
The Paley Museum
Don't miss Paley's entertaining and educational program for families called From Storytime to Screentime. Every Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy a special weekend experience featuring screenings of beloved TV shows inspired by classic children’s books. The program starts with a cozy story time, where a presenter reads the original book aloud. Afterward, families will watch the TV show adaptation and participate in arts & crafts and activities inspired by the stories. It’s the perfect combination of reading, watching, and playing—only at Paley!
Paley Member Benefits:
In NY: Storytime is free for Paley Members; included in General Admission.
Harold and the Purple Crayon
“Harold and the Purple Crayon Episode 1”
Jul 30 – Aug 3
August 13 – 17
August 27 – 31
In this premiere episode, Harold has trouble falling asleep and uses a magic crayon to go on a grand adventure, featuring a pie-eating porcupine, a very hungry moose, and a scary sea monster who becomes a lovable friend.
“Harold and the Purple Crayon Episode 2”
August 6 – 10
August 20 – 24
In this rainy day episode, Harold saves two baby squirrels from going over a waterfall, and must help return them home to their mother squirrel.
August Arts & Crafts: Draw Your Adventure with Harold!
Harold went on many exciting adventures! What type of adventure would you go on? What would you do? Who would you see? Select your favorite crayon color and use your imagination to draw your very own adventure, just like Harold.
The World of Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!
September 3 – 7
September 17 – 21
This animated adaptation tells the story of Horton the elephant's valiant effort to protect a tiny planet, populated by “Whos,” nestled on a small clover, in keeping with his motto: “A Person's a Person No Matter How Small.”
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax
September 10 – 1
4September 24 – 28
When a new garment called a “Thneend” gains popularity, a businessman called the “Once-ler” causes environmental destruction by chopping down the trees needed for the Thneeds. However, a small orange creature called the Lorax stands up against the destruction, declaring, “I speak for the trees!”
September Arts & Crafts: Seuss-tacular Creations!
Bring The Cat in the Hat to life! Using paper plates, colorful construction paper, and markers, craft your very own Cat with his tall, striped top hat. Plus, make a fun foldable bookmark that flips between the mischievous Thing 1 and Thing 2! Get ready for a Seuss-tacular time!
The World of Arthur
“Arthur’s Chicken Pox”
October 1 – 5
October 15 – 19
When Arthur gets chicken pox and is waited on hand and foot by his grandmother, his younger sister D.W. becomes jealous and begins faking her own illness.
“Locked in the Library!”
October 8 – 12
October 22 – 26
When feuding classmates Arthur and Francine are paired for a class project, they meet at the library on a Saturday afternoon. When Arthur falls asleep and Francine misses the announcement about the library closing, they panic when they learn they will be locked in the library until Monday. They must work together to find a way out.
October Arts & Crafts: Arthur Mask Magic!
Step into the world of Arthur with your very own mask and ears! Color, cut, and tape your way to a fun new look. Plus, enjoy a bonus coloring sheet of Arthur’s little sister, D.W.! Let the fun begin!
Pricing
This page contains affiliate links and we may be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links.