Brighton Beach:See & Do Take a stroll along Brighton Beach's Boardwalk (which runs from Seabreeze Walk to Corbin Place) or grab a beach blanket and a good book and make a day of it on the beach. Later, dust the sand from your heels and head over to the New York Aquarium to observe sharks, penguins, fish and 8,000 other aquatic creatures (Surf Avenue and West 8th Street).
If you're feeling adventurous, meander down to Coney Island's nearby wild and wacky amusement district where you can catch a variety show, ride a roller coaster or see the area's famous Mermaid Parade, which delights New Yorkers every June (visit www.coneyisland.com for more information).
Brighton Ballet Theater Company, Inc. 2001 Oriental Boulevard, 718-769-9161 www.brightonballet.org Founded in 1987, the Brighton Ballet Theater is dedicated to protecting and preserving the Russian cultural heritage in Brooklyn. The organization consists of the School of Russian Ballet, which provides the highest quality dance education to young boys and girls, as well as professional and junior dance companies that perform at a wide range of Russian cultural events in the Brighton Beach area.
New York Aquarium Surf Avenue and West 8th Street, 718-265-FISH www.nyaquarium.com New York City's only aquarium. See 8,000 aquatic creatures here.
