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Happy Labor Day!
by Karen on 9/03/10 | 0 Comment(s)
I’m taking a short and much needed break on Monday- I hope you will too!
Happy Labor Day to all my lovely readers who I am so thankful that you keep reading so I can keep laboring for you!
Lulu’s Consignment Shop open! Stock up on fall clothes
by Karen on 9/02/10 | 0 Comment(s)
We reported back in June about Lulu’s in Brooklyn opening a new consignment shop in Park Slope called Lulu’s Then & Now. Well, the good news it finally opened on Tuesday of this week. Owner Brigitte wrote me this morning to say the opening “was a huge hit.” Might be a great chance to stock [...]
School scoop: Nursery/Preschool Openings Fall 2010
by Karen on 9/02/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Joyce Szuflita, our School Expert, always has the scoop on what’s going on with schools. Her list of “Nursery/Preschool Openings” and News just came out and gives you updated info on schools that have spaces still open and new programs. For even more of her advice you can attend her “Intro to Nursery School” on [...]
What to do Labor Day Weekend!
by Karen on 9/02/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Lucky you if you have somewhere fabulous to go this weekend- we don’t- argh. We’ll be in Brooklyn (sigh), so if you’re like us and will be searching for events to go to- check out our list compiled below from the best listings for the weekend.
Mommy Poppins has a list of “Things to Do in [...]
PS Bookshop has changed its popular story time
by Karen on 9/01/10 | 0 Comment(s)
I’ve always liked PS Bookshop’s story time in DUMBO on Sunday afternoons. It has been our standby if we were looking for something to do on a lazy Sunday. Sadly for us, PS has changed it story time to Thursday afternoons, which makes it harder for us to make, but perhaps easier for the rest [...]
Veep #11: a 40 x 40 list
by Karen on 9/01/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Photographer Sarah Sloboda captures our Veeps - (as in “Vice Presidents” or “VIPS”), featuring a Brooklyn parent - every week for us. If you would like to be featured as a Veep- email us!
Here’s a bit from Sarah about the shoot:
Heather and Drake were kind enough to take a field trip to meet me at the East [...]
Brooklyn Blog Talk
by Karen on 9/01/10 | 1 Comment(s)
NYC Green Carts in Bed-Stuy (Bed- Stuy Blog)
See Spots Vanish At Pre-K Programs (Daily News)
Boating at Brooklyn Bridge Park (NYC Parks)
Are the eggs in Brooklyn Safe? (OTBKB)
Bookends (Brooklyn Book Festival events) (Brooklyn Based)
Preschoolers Party (tho all ages are welcome)
by Karen on 8/31/10 | 0 Comment(s)
School is starting and The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is having their annual Preschoolers’ Fall Fun Party to celebrate.
This Friday, September 3, author Kyle Donovan will read from his popular children’s book the Do’Bees.
Throughout the museum, children 5 years and younger can celebrate with music, snacks, Cold Stone treats, giveaways, art projects, storytelling. They can touch [...]
I’m looking for part-time help for an event
by Karen on 8/31/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Hi all,
I am planning an event for Brooklyn parents for this winter. I’m super excited about it- and I hope to reveal more about it shortly when things get more firmed up.
But, for now: I am looking for a SAHM or freelancer who has an interest or experience in event planning [...]
A new preschool for Fort Greene
by Karen on 8/27/10 | 2 Comment(s)
Fort Greene/ Clinton Hill has always had a shortage of preschools. This fall, there will be a new one to help offset a tiny part of the demand. The new preschool, The School House, will enroll children ages 20 months to 3 1/2 years. The founder and director, Audrey, has experience in starting a [...]
Brooklyn Tastes Mmmm Good This Weekend
by Karen on 8/26/10 | 0 Comment(s)
This Saturday and Sunday, stop by for some tasty treats at Taste of Brooklyn at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. With dish names like “Couscous on the Loose” and ¡Viva la Salsa!, some of the pickiest eaters might be enticed to try new foods. You can collect new recipes at workshops and put them in your [...]
Try out a dance class for free
by Karen on 8/26/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Let’s Dance Brooklyn, a group that offers dance and movement classes, has changed their name to City Kids Dance after 5 years of being in business. The name switch is going to be hard for me…but I’ll get over it, they have….with a new logo and website .
They have a few events this weekend and [...]
Brooklyn Blog Talk
by Karen on 8/26/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Vox Pop Closed Down by the IRS (OTBKB)
PS 58 Playground Now More Fun and Colorful (Pardon Me For Asking)
Brooklyn Bridge Bike Path To Open Next This Week (Brooklyn Paper)
New Consignment Shop Opens in PLG on Sept. 3rd (Hawthorne Street)
Adoptable Pet of the Week (Park Slope Parents)
Got a boat fan? This event is for them!
by Karen on 8/26/10 | 1 Comment(s)
This event is perfect for the boat fans in your family. In ours, we have two. A 40 year old man, who gets as excited as his 4 year old sidekick, seeing a tiny tug boat push a freighter. In this case, I guess they’ll be thrilled to see that tug boat push a barge [...]
Free children’s magic show in Greenpoint
by Karen on 8/26/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Mario the Magician will be performing a FREE children’s magic show this month at the fabulous WORD bookstore in Greenpoint. “This illusionist’s routine features handcrafted props, slapstick humor, audience interaction and a live dove named Mozzarella,” says TONY Kids. The 35-40 minute show is reminiscent of old-time slapstick performances and includes his handcrafted [...]
Parenting Blog Talk
by Karen on 8/22/10 | 1 Comment(s)
How would you rate your marriage? (Sane Moms)
Test Prep for 4 year olds (The Juggle)
Back to School Lunch Product Guide (One Hungry Mama)
Curtain, Shade and Window Treatment Inspiration (ohdeedoh)
10 Ways to stop whining it its tracks (Lil Sugar)
Can Stress Prevent Pregnancy? (Babies Online- the blog)
A new school forum for Brooklyn
by Karen on 8/22/10 | 0 Comment(s)
As Brooklynites we pride themselves on the fact that we aren’t as school-obsessed as our fellow Manhattanites- yet we still talk about schools…a lot. It reminds me of the way we used to talk about real estate: what was the application process like? Which one offered you a place? How long will you stay there?
The [...]
Veep #10: “reading (short chapters these days)
by Karen on 8/20/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Photographer Sarah Sloboda captures our Veeps every week for us. If you would like to be featured as a Veep- email us!
Names: Sarah (mom) and Lily
Neighborhood: Brooklyn Heights
Ages of Kids: 9 months
2 Favorites Places in Brooklyn to hang out with your kids: Friday playgroup at the Dojo, spreading out a picnic blanket at cobble hill [...]
Looking to volunteer?
by Karen on 8/20/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Do you know about the Junior League? I remember my mom being in one way back when. She would set out for the day going to volunteer for this or that. And when she got ready for the meetings at night- she would pull out her fanciest jello mold. I know the Junior League in [...]
New childrens boutique replaces Corduroy Kid: gently used clothes
by Karen on 8/20/10 | 0 Comment(s)
It seems like if you blink these days, a store closes and another one opens in its place. A new shop called “livie and boo” has replaced Corduroy Kid at its Prospect Heights location. The ribbon cutting ceremony for its inauguration was this Tuesday- and store namesakes “livie and boo” were there. (see top photo)
The [...]
Brooklyn Blog Talk
by Karen on 8/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
PS 29 Schoolyard- Not Looking Great (BoCoCaLand)
Ferry Coming to North 6th Street (Brooklyn 11211)
Public Swim (Brooklyn Based)
Tall Ship to Visit Red Hook (Brooklyn Heights Blog)
Barney’s Co-Op Opening in October (Cobble Hill Blog)
PS. Bookshop Storytime (DumboNYC)
Help for new and expecting parents: and with a deal!
by Karen on 8/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
I am really excited about one of our newest Directory Listings: Birth Day Presence. I’m excited because I’ve gotten to know them over the last 4 years while creating this blog and I think they are part of what makes the Brooklyn birthing community so special. They care a lot about parents- and I’ve seen [...]
And the preschool search begins…and we have info on how to do it
by Karen on 8/12/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Are you a new parent with a nagging feeling that you are behind the curve on the preschool search? Never fear, we have information for you here.
Joyce Szuflita, our School Expert, has tips and hints for helping you start your preschool search. And, yes, August is NOT too early to be thinking about this…it’s actually [...]
Saturday- meet Curious George & board the Peking
by Karen on 8/12/10 | 1 Comment(s)
As some of you might know, I am an Ambassador for Kids Club Thirteen- which means I get to tell you all about the great events they have going on throughout the year and I get to go and meet you at them too! You need to join Kids Club Thirteen to get the special [...]
Parenting Blog Talk
by Karen on 8/12/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Good (and Bad) News for Working Moms (Parenting)
Your Ten Favorite Ohdeedoh Posts – Ever! (Ohdeedoh)
8 Simple Habits for Longer-Term Natural Living (Simple Mom)
Best City Strollers for Two (Queens Mamas)
A Will of Their Own (Jenny on the Spot)
