Big Umbrella Festival In NYC And More | Fun Events In Manhattan

MANHATTAN, NY — Whether you're planning to take advantage of the summer weather while you can, or are already dreading the return of chilly temps to New York City on Sunday, Patch has rounded up the most interesting things for you to do this weekend, no matter the weather.

Buy Girl Scout Cookies From Troop 6000

When: Friday, 4-6 p.m.

Where: Kellogg's NYC cafe, 31 E. 17th St., Union Square

What: Troop 6000 is the city's only Girl Scout Troop dedicated specifically to girls living in the city's shelter system. This year, the troop is hosting its very first cookie sale. Friday evening is your last chance to buy cookies from the troop this year.

Big Umbrella Festival

When: Saturday, 10:30 a.m. (Festival spans April 10 - May 6.)

Where: Lincoln Center

What: The Big Umbrella Festival is the world's first dedicated to arts programs for kids on the autism spectrum and their families. The festival is coming to Lincoln Center during April, which is Autism Awareness Month. The official kickoff to the festival is on Saturday morning with speakers and a musical performance. You can learn more, and reserve tickets, here.

Town Hall on Dogs in City Parks

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: 3 Clarkson St., West Village

What: If you're looking for a little civic engagement this weekend, you can be sure this town hall will attract a range of NYC characters, all of them with strong opinions on four-legged friends in city parks. The city's parks departments and representatives from other dog groups are hosting the town hall to educate residents about dog-friendly facilities in city parks, and to allow locals the chance to share their opinions, vent and complain about what they like (or dislike) about pups in city parks. The town hall will be visiting other boroughs later this year.

Earth Day New York

When: Sunday, 12-7 p.m.

Where: Union Square Park

What: Get ready for Earth Day a little early this year, by celebrating with thousands of people in Union Square Park on Sunday. Although Earth Day isn't officially until April 22, you can get ready with this massive festival in Union Square, which will bring together environmental groups from throughout the city for events both practical and fun. You can learn more here.

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