FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5- SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 7

This is probably one of the
coolest kids events of the summer/fall. I definitely would try to make
this if I had a child age 5 and up. The
Lower East Side’s annual Howl! Festival offers special Howl! Kidz
activities over the weekend in Tompkins Square Park including Punk Rope
classes, Art Around the Park, Artist Alliance Inc’s wall painting and
sculpture classes, Musical IQ’s percussion workshops and musical craft
activities, Storyhowling tales, Hapi Face’s How to Haiku workshop, mask
making and hat decorating in honor of New Orleans, and more. The
festival’s stages brim with a full roster of performers including Robbi
K and Friends, BoyintheShade, Downtown Chamber Orchestra, Subhitters,
Poetman, and the Mayhem Poets‘ Slamchops, and nearby venues like the Bowery Poetry Club join in with the rockin’ Uncle Rock preceded by pre-show activities. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events.
http://www.howlfestival.com
 Ages: 2-18
Time: Visit the website for a full schedule of events.
Cost: Free
Tompkins Square Park
East Village; bordered by Avenue A, 7th Street Avenue B, 10th Street
New York, NY 10009

(thanks to www.gocitykids.com for this listing!)

Are you craving a summer carnival without the incovenience of
travel? All summer long (May 24- Sept.7) there are rides, entertainment and the typical
carney games at Wollman Rink. Papa Tree hates this kind of thing, but I
love it. If you are like me, this might interest you.  (This listing is
from www.gocitykids.com- thanks!)

A
mini-amusement park is up and running in Central Park’s Wollman Rink. A
wide assortment of rides, games, and food for the whole family includes
a Family Swinger, Samba Balloon, Aeromax, Convoy, Kite Flyer, Mini Tea
Cup, and Mini Mouse Coaster. Children under 36 inches tall are admitted
free with paid adult ticket. 212.982.2229; http://www.victoriangardensnyc.com  Ages: 2 to 12  Time: Mon-Thu 11am-7pm; Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 10am-8pm  Cost: Mon-Fri $6.50; Sat-Sun $7.50 (admission only; rides additional); under 36", free with adult

So, there is actually a county fair within reach of Brooklyn! Sounds
like one: petting zoo, circus, pony rides and more.  If this is your
thing, I would hightail it to Staten Island for the Richmond County
Fair.This year’s annual fun-filled spectacular kicks off on Friday with a free family movie night screening of Looney Tunes: Back in Action
(PG), visits by Bugs Bunny and Tweety Bird costumed characters, and
carnival rides. The weekend continues with county fair contests,
crafts, exhibits, living history demonstrations, and children’s
activities. Highlights include Robinson’s Racing Pigs, pony rides, a
petting zoo, Skin & Bones Comedy Circus, appearances by Dora and
Diego costumed characters, and live music performances from
Beatlemania, SteveSongs, and more. Some rides and activities require an
additional fee, so bring extra cash.
718.351.1617
http://www.richmondcountyfair.org/
Ongoing Daily 9/5/08 – 9/7/08; check with location for exceptions.
Historic Richmond Town
441 Clarke Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10306
Ages: All Ages
Time: Fri 6pm-11pm (Movie 8pm); Sat & Sun 11am-7pm
Cost: Adults $15; Seniors (60 and up) $10 (excludes rides); Children (34 inches and under) free 

(thanks to www.gocitykids.com for this listing!)

Oh, who doesn’t love a scavenger hunt! Plus NYCExplorers is having
an awesome open house with free childcare and a discounted brunch and a
free movie night.Back-to-School Scavenger Hunt: From August 25th through September 6th,
families may pick up Scavenger Hunt booklets at the Atlantic Avenue of
New York City Explorers to complete  a fun and exciting  Scavenger Hunt
of local restaurants, boutiques, and other local businesses.  On
Sunday, September 7th,  the first 50 families to return their completed
hunt booklets will receive a Goody Bag of prizes worth over $300!
388 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718.625.NYCE

AND on Sunday September 7th, New York City Explorers is having their Grand Re-Opening Celebration 9am-7pm
Complimentary
breakfast from Downtown Atlantic restaurant,  Face painting, Giveaways,
Flip-Flop Creation Station—the first 15 kids to register will embellish
complimentary  flip flops with fun accents. Everybody’s Birthday
Party—the first 15 kids to register will participate in an ultra fun
birthday party complete with cupcakes and goodie bags. FREE Drop &
Brunch!—This is a free drop-off childcare program from 12pm-2pm.
Parents who drop off their children can then go to a partnering
restaurant for a yummy discounted brunch.  Their children will stay
with us to enjoy a yummy brunch, fun games, & crafts
Movie
Night—Families are free to hang out in the evening and enjoy a fun
movie & complimentary refreshments in our cool play space.
388 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718.625.NYCE

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6

This fall, the family friendly dance party craze will reach to new levels as Baby Loves Disco and stride-rite host the second annual "Best Little Dancer in America Contest" (BLD USA) http://www.babylovesdisco.com/bldusa/.
Featured at 12 Baby Loves Disco events across the country, the contests
will be judged by expert dance instructors and will feature tiny
dancers in two categories: infant to 3 years old and 4-7 years old.
Videos of the local winners will be featured on the Baby Loves Disco
website in October and the world will vote for a national champion.
Everyone’s a winner at BLD USA, and every participant will go home with
prizes and goodies.  Last year’s BLD USA saw thousands of kids on club
dance floors across the country, shaking their booties and having fun
with family and friends.
The following cities will participate in this year’s Best Little Dancer in the USA contest:
Brooklyn – September 6 – Southpaw –

NYC – September 21 – (Le) Poisson Rouge

Family Disco Party @ THE MOXIE SPOT! Disco, cool! Be prepared to see a mirror ball and bell bottoms. The party will start at 5:30pm on every Saturday,
and will be held on THE MOXIE SPOT’s second floor.  Disco Necklace
making will be available in addition to the normally available toys,
games and arts and crafts.  More relaxed dining and hanging out will
still be available on the first floor.
THE MOXIE SPOT
http://THEMOXIESPOT.COM                                                         81-83 Atlantic Avenue (@ Hicks Street)
Brooklyn, NY  11201     718-923-9710   
                     
               
         

Back-to-School Party with The Deedle Deedle Dees @ THE MOXIE SPOT! The
Deedle Deedle Dees will help bring a Back-to-School Party to The Moxie
Spot.  Families can meet up over brunch and enjoy celebrating together
the beginning of the school year with the music of The Deedle Deedle
Dees. The party will start at 11:00 am on Saturday September 6th, and
will be held on THE MOXIE SPOT’s second floor.  A special arts &
crafts project will be set up in addition to the normally available
toys, games and arts and crafts.  More relaxed dining and hanging out
will still be available on the first floor. This event will mark the
beginning of Lloyd Miller’s free sing-alongs at The Moxie Spot, which
will be held on Tuesdays at 11:00 am starting September 9th.
THE MOXIE SPOT                                                                              
81-83 Atlantic Avenue (@ Hicks Street)                                                         
Brooklyn, NY 11201             
www.themoxiespot.com

On September 6, River To River will once again join forces with The
Drawing Center to present the third annual celebration of The Big Draw,
an all day event inspired by the wildly popular UK program of the same
name.  Each year, The Big Draw offers hands-on art projects that are
suitable for all ages and guaranteed to change the way we think about
drawing. Participants are invited to pick up a free sketchbook and let
their imaginations run wild as they engage in artist-led activities—no
experience necessary! Now in its seventh year, the Festival features a
wide range of music, dance, and visual arts events—all set at scenic
and celebrated locations south of Chambers Street in Lower Manhattan.
The River To River Festival runs through September. The Big Draw events
will be held in five fantastic Lower Manhattan venues including Battery
Park City Parks Conservancy’s Teardrop Park, Smithsonian’s National
Museum of the American Indian, South Street Seaport Museum’s Schooner
Pioneer, World Financial Center Plaza, and a New York Water Taxi. For
the first time at The Big Draw, the day will culminate with an evening
event onboard the South Street Seaport Museum’s Schooner Pioneer. While
enjoying a sailing excursion, participants will be challenged to
combine drawing and observation skills to solve a murder mystery. A
convenient Downtown Connection shuttle bus will offer quick and free
transport between The Big Draw venues.  For more information, please
visit www.RivertoRiverNYC.com.

Clifford’s Annual Back to School
Bash   Ages 5+.  FREE. Clifford the Big Red Dog hosts his very own
Back to School Bash at Scholastic.  Kids will have a chance to make a special back to
school gift for their new teacher.  Bring your cameras for photo ops
with the Big Red Dog himself! Saturday, September 6 @ 3pm.
The SoHo store is located at 557 Broadway between Prince and Spring
Streets.  Regular store hours for the SoHo store are Monday-Saturday,
10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, 12-6 p.m.
www.scholasticstore.com

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 7

 

If you have a budding ballet dancer, this is the place for them to meet their heroes!
The
Everett Children’s Adventure Garden serves as the stage as children are
introduced to ballet steps and choreography by School of American
Ballet student dancers, and New York City Ballet teaching artists and
education staff members. Participants use their imaginations to create
dances inspired by the Garden and Henry Moore’s bold sculpture, Large Two Forms.
Working in small groups in several areas, children incorporate the
natural landscapes of the garden into their dance exploration.
718.817.8700
http://www.nybg.org
9/7/08
Ages: 2-12
Time: 2pm-4pm
Cost: Free with Adventure Garden admission.
New York Botanical Garden
200th Street and Kazimiroff Blvd.
Bronx, NY 10458

(thanks to www.gocitykids.com for this listing!)

And, if you have a budding tap dancer, this is the place for them to check out some programs and try a tap dance.

Kids
and teens are invited to try a short beginning tap class, little ones
(ages three and a half to four) can sample Creative Rhythms Pre-Tap,
and families can meet ATDF staff and teachers to learn more about the
school’s tap dance programs. Open house sessions also take place on September 11 and 13.
646.230.9564
http://www.atdf.org
Ongoing Each Wed, Sun 9/3/08 – 9/7/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-18
Time: Wed 4pm-5pm; Sun 10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free
American Tap Dance Foundation
151 West 26th Street, 5th Floor Chelsea Studios
New York, NY 10001

(thanks to www.gocitykids.com for this listing!)

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 10

I am going to the class. I have heard a lot about Little Maestros
and am dying to check it out with Birch.The class is
$20 in advance at $30 at the door. Hope to see and meet you there…….
Here is the info on the class:  "Little
Maestros, named NYC’s premiere infant and toddler music program by the
New York Times and NBC’s Today Show, is a music performance class where
music and friends are made. Each class features 4 live musicians who
sing and play guitar, piano and drums. Little
Maestros takes children on a fantastic musical journey each week. You
and your child will love our musical story times, songs of all kinds,
imaginative play, language development activities, puppet shows and
"bubble music". "Kidville, 808 Union Street, Brooklyn on Wednesday, September 10 at 3 pm. RSVP: events@bigcitymoms.com or 917-488-8542
Where: Kidville, 808 Union Street, Brooklyn
When: Wednesday, 9/10
Time: 3pm

Cost: $20 in advance, $30 at the door
RSVP: events@bigcitymoms.com or 917-488-8542

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12

Some of my favorite parent bloggers are having a book party for their new book, "Sleep is for the Weak." I can’t wait to go to hear some of their witty thoughts on parenting…. My absolute favorite, Liz, from Cool Mom Picks and Mom 101 will be there too.
The Tea Lounge
837 Union, Brooklyn, NY 11215 US
Friday, September 12, 4:00PM
816.529.9814
Please come and join Rita Arens, Lisa Stone, Stacy Morrison, Liz Gumbinner, Doug French, Alice Bradley, Joanna Polyn and Karen of Cheek as we sell & sign copies of Sleep Is for the Weak. Cash bar!  Good conversation! Folks from Graco!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

The 39 Clues Launch Party   Ages 5+.  FREE.  The Scholastic Store is celebrating the release of the new multi-platform series, The 39 Clues.  Kids get the chance to explore the first book in the series by Rick Riordan, create a profile on the website and check out the collectable cards!  Come early because special The 39 Clues balloons and stickers go to the first 100 guests! Saturday, September 13 @ 3pm
The SoHo store is located at 557 Broadway between Prince and Spring Streets.  Regular store hours for the SoHo store are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, 12-6 p.m.
www.scholasticstore.com

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

There is a new moms luncheon to learn from Dream Team Baby’s sleep experts how to foster good sleep habits early in life. Conner Herman and Kira Ryan are the co-founders of Dream Team Baby, an infant and toddler sleep consultancy based in Manhattan. Their holistic
approach to solving children’s sleep problems takes the entire family
into account.
Topics will include:
Which sleep products do I really need to buy
How can I set up my nursery to encourage better sleep?
What are common sleep mistakes new parents often make?
How much sleep does my baby need during the first year?
What’s the best age for sleep training and what’s the best approach?
How can parents sleep smarter during the first few months of parenthood?

In addition moms will also take home giveaways.
Location:  Barrio, corner of 7th Ave and 3rd Street, Park Slope
Date and Time:  Monday, September 22, 12-2 PM
Cost:  $35 in advance; $40 at the door (cash or check only at the door)
RSVP:  Chana@babybitesbrooklyn.com
If you would like to pay in advance for this luncheon, you can do so at babybitesbrooklyn.com.

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