Tag: ‘brooklyn heights’
My family has descended upon us…where can I put them up? (not at our place!)
by Karen on 9/16/10 | 0 Comment(s)
The problem: Living in Brooklyn is, of course, great, there’s so much to see and do: so much so that we all find ourselves inundated with friends and family wanting to visit us! The trouble is that hosting friends or family in our homes is often not an option and hotels and other short-term accommodations [...]
Toy Museum hosts a new series on Saturdays
by Karen on 9/16/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Have you been to The Toy Museum of NY in Brooklyn Heights? I’m embarrassed to say that I have only passed by it (more than a dozen times) and still have yet to go in. Have you? The museum is inside St. Ann’s Church on the second floor. According to NY1, the museum is just [...]
Brooklyn Blog Talk
by Karen on 8/03/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Concession List at Brooklyn Bridge Park (BoCoCa Land) New Stuff at Prospect Park next week (Hawthorne Street) Study confirms that redesign calms traffic on Park Slope Avenue (OTBKB) Seamless Web- Order your dinner online (Mommy For the Win) More on Brooklyn Heights Clark Street shooting (McBrooklyn) Man Beaten to Death on Fifth Ave (OTBKB)
Eczema: What can be done?
by Karen on 7/22/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Eczema: The rash that itches! By Dr. Hugh Gilgoff Almost all babies have sensitive skin. We all know to avoid harsh detergents, strong perfumes, and rough fabrics during this period, but what is normal dry skin versus eczema? What can you do to avoid dry skin? And what medicines are safe and effective? Read below [...]
Dentists Dr. Jackson and Dr. Beinstock change location
by Karen on 7/20/10 | 0 Comment(s)
This is kindof a funny coincidence. I got an email from the dental office of Dr. Jackson and Dr. Bienstock last week saying that they had moved offices and then a phone call with the same info that we had to switch our kids’ appointments for that very reason. So, the short of it is: [...]
Heights Peds lose 1 doc and get another
by Karen on 7/19/10 | 2 Comment(s)
Heights Pediatrics, which has good steady reviews as pediatricians, has some personnel changes this month. The practice used to include Dr. Katerina Silverblatt, Dr. Finkelman and Dr. Alexis Boneparth. Dr. Boneparth is leaving and is being replaced by Dr. Nora Marchiando. They are listed with a review like all pediatricians on our Pediatricians page and [...]
Free Summer Arts (& Science) at Pierrepont Playground
by Karen on 6/29/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Happily, The Brooklyn Heights Playground Committee was able to put together another free Summer Arts Program for the kids this year. The whole program is donation-based to keep it free. The fact that parents continue to support it means that it is probably a great program. (You can donate too here). This year’s program will [...]
Winner! Stroller Strides classes + 1 free class for everyone!
by Karen on 5/21/10 | 1 Comment(s)
We have a winner! I picked the winner using random.org (a number generator) and the winner is….Sara! Hooray Sara- you won a free month of classes from Stroller Strides, the #1 Stroller exercise program in the country. You lucky duck- you’ll be back to flat abs in no time! Okay, if you’re bummed that you [...]
Pop Up Shop by moms for moms TODAY
by Karen on 5/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
I love three vendors being featured at this pop-up shop for moms by moms, which means that I am assuming the other vendors will be just as enticing. My favorite organic animals, Aminals, will be on sale and so will Skin Lingerie’s silky items and Two’s breezy kaftans (great for maternity wear). Other vendors include: [...]
Friday Freebie: Stroller Strides classes + 1 free class for all readers!
by Karen on 5/14/10 | 13 Comment(s)
Stroller Strides, the #1 Stroller exercise program in the country has come to Brooklyn…and you can win a free month of classes in our giveaway! Stroller Strides works by combining an amazing workout of cardio, strength, flexibility and more. It’s no walk in the park- but you will also have fun. You get to exercise [...]
