Tag: ‘Holiday’
Weekend Events: Free Kids Yoga, Jam on DUMBO, MLK Celebrations, and Much More!
by Alicia on 1/12/12 | 1 Comment(s)
Happy Friday, folks! And Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend! Are you excited for the long weekend? We surely are. We hope you had a great week and are ready to unwind and dive into fun activities this long weekend. There are only a couple more weekends to enjoy the Math Midway exhibit at Liberty [...]
Weekend Events: New Years Eve Celebrations and Family-Friendly Activities
by Alicia on 12/28/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Hello Brooklyn! We hope you all had a great holiday and were able to enjoy time with friends and family during the last week of the year. Are you ready to ring in 2012 in style? We sure hope so! There are tons of fun events and celebrations happening around here, all designed to help [...]
Weekend Events: Superheroes, Holiday Happenings, and So Much More!
by Alicia on 12/16/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Happy friday folks! Can you believe that we are halfway through the last month of 2011 already?! To that end, we’ve got awesome events and happenings listed all around this delightful borough and all throughout NYC. First, I want to bring your attention to The WinterFest at the Central Park Zoo and to The Reluctant [...]
Weekend Events: Winter Fair, Holiday Events, and Loads More!
by Alicia on 12/09/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Brrr, it’s cold out there! It’s been rainy and gloomy pretty much all week, which can put a damper on any mood, but luckily, this weekend Mother Nature will smile on us and give us a little bit of sunshine. We hope you’re as excited as we are because there are just so many awesome [...]
Where to see Christmas Lights in Brooklyn- Dyker Heights and beyond
by Karen on 12/06/11 | 10 Comment(s)
If you hear the words “Brooklyn” and “Christmas lights’ in the same sentence, chances are the person is talking about the Dyker Heights holiday lights. The famous holiday tradition has been on national news, TLC and featured in a dedicated PBS documentary. While this is the “grand slam” of holiday lights in Brooklyn, there are [...]
Weekend Events: Holiday Fun and Lots More!
by Alicia on 12/02/11 | 4 Comment(s)
Happy December everyone! As you’re gearing up to rock around the Christmas tree or Menorah, we’ve got tons of events to have you ho, ho, ho-ing all around town. The Galli Children’s Theater Company is coming to Brooklyn on Sunday with an interactive, fun, and free performance of “The Frog Prince.” Santa Claus is coming to [...]
Holiday Shows and Theater Performances for Kids
by Serena on 11/23/11 | 1 Comment(s)
It is truly magical to see a show in NYC, especially a holiday show, but it also a limited-time opportunity. We have put together an extensive list of holiday theatre including the classics like the beloved Radio City Christmas Spectacular and various productions of the Nutcracker. This year, there are also some new productions of [...]
Where to See Santa in NYC
by Serena on 11/21/11 | 5 Comment(s)
Can you believe the holiday season is upon us? We can’t either but the decor has been popping up in store windows and the appearances of Santa Claus are starting in a few days. We updated our annual classic list of spots like ABC Carpet & Home and Macy’s but added some new spots like [...]
When you are hiring a nanny……
by Karen on 2/17/11 | 11 Comment(s)
We’ve had part-time nannies ever since our son Birch was born 4.5 years ago. The hours have varied from 11 hours a week up to 24 now (hello Brooklyn Baby Expo that is slowly killing me!) Along the way, I have learned some valuable lessons that I thought I might share. I’m sure some of [...]
Last Minute Holiday Recipes: 5 Quick Dishes to Impress Your Holiday Host
by Stacie on 12/24/10 | 0 Comment(s)
If you’re still looking for holiday recipes, chances are you’re heading to someone’s house and need something to bring. Something quick and easy. I’m also going to guess that you’re not trolling for recipes that also come with a good read. So, I’ll get straight to the point! Here are 5 dishes that take no [...]
Update: Shop local- Brooklyn Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs
by Karen on 12/16/10 | 1 Comment(s)
While occasionally efficient, too much on-line holiday shopping can zap the holiday spirit right out of you. So once you realize you have been staring at your laptop for hours, (yes, I mean you!) just turn it off. Then, grab a friend, pretty up – whether that be by brushing your teeth or a putting [...]
Make an edible train, subway or bus!
by Karen on 12/14/10 | 0 Comment(s)
New York kids love their transportation: subways (express! local!), the bus and even the big trains that take you out of the city. There’s a fun way to celebrate transportation this weekend. Join the New York Transit Museum for “Traveling Treats” and “embark” on an arts and crafts adventure complete with candies, cookies and cake. [...]
Shop local: Brooklyn Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs
by Jill on 12/08/10 | 1 Comment(s)
While occasionally efficient, too much on-line holiday shopping can zap the holiday spirit right out of you. So once you realize you have been staring at your laptop for hours, (yes, I mean you!) just turn it off. Then, grab a friend, pretty up – whether that be by brushing your teeth or a putting [...]
Holiday Theater and Performances for Kids in New York
by Serena on 12/07/10 | 1 Comment(s)
{This is an updated list}The holiday season has already kicked off and for parents that might mean scrambling around the city in search for the latest toy or gadget or perhaps trying to break from that madness and enjoy it with your kids. New York City, after all, is the Mecca for holiday events – [...]
Where to See Santa in New York City and Brooklyn 2010
by Serena on 11/30/10 | 11 Comment(s)
We are thrilled to be a part of Manhattan Users Guide’s “NYC Bloggers Do the Holidays”! At the end of this post you’ll find a list of all the other fabulous dedicated New York blogs participating. Santa Claus, Old Saint Nick, Father Christmas – whatever you call him it is obvious that this jolly old [...]
Upcoming theater productions you don’t want to miss!
by Karen on 9/22/10 | 0 Comment(s)
The first theater production I don’t want to miss this fall is Yo Gabba Gabba at Radio City Music Hall. They are coming the weekend of Oct 2nd and 3rd. If you are dying to go like us, then we have a discount code for you! You can save 15% on select seats on Sunday, [...]
Presidents Week February Winter Camp
by Karen on 1/30/09 | 1 Comment(s)
So winter break is coming upon us (Feb. 16-20) and some of us are just starting to think about what our kids can do when not at school. Others of you have already enrolled, paid and are set! (Super Brownie Points for you!). Here are some recommended winter camp options for Brooklyn parents: Young Players [...]
Holiday Windows and Holiday Places To See before 2009
by Karen on 12/19/08 | 1 Comment(s)
I haven’t been able to get out to see the windows this year, so I sent my mom out while she was visiting. She loved being a “reporter-at-large.” Assignment: find the best holiday displays in mid-town. (I didn’t want to give her too much to do!). (She said Saks windows were a bust, Lord and [...]
Spectacular Holiday Giveaway of Organization!
by Karen on 12/16/08 | 41 Comment(s)
I don’t know what it feels to be organized anymore. The laundry no longer gets sorted by color, there is no more “toy box” just a “toy floor” and bills rest on shelves, under books and on chairs. EEK! WHAT WE ARE GIVING AWAY: So, if you are seeking some organization in your life or [...]
Personalized Holiday Gifts
by Karen on 11/25/08 | 1 Comment(s)
I love Sweeter’s Pals. I have been turning to these recently whenever I am looking for a gift. These Sweeter Pals are individually handknit by Sue, who writes me a personalized “thank you” each time I have ordered one. You can have her personalize the Pal with a child’s name for an additional $6. I [...]
Holiday Photo (and Video!) Specials and Best Holiday Cards and Photo Contest
by Karen on 11/20/08 | 1 Comment(s)
There are a ton of specials going on this month by our favorite Brooklyn documentarians. This is the time to get your family shoot in and make your holiday cards at the same time. Some of these deals are real steals. Our family did a photo shoot last month and I designed our card on [...]
Gifts for the holidays
by Karen on 11/13/08 | 1 Comment(s)
Have you begun your Christmas shopping yet? Me neither. I thought I would try to put some fun, unique gifts together every week until we hit a wall with it. Here are some of my favorites this week: I love this classic flyer shed. It is $140, but if it will last as long as [...]
My Holiday Present Came Early This Year
by Karen on 11/06/08 | 1 Comment(s)
It feels like the holiday season started early this year. There were hour long lines at the polling stations. People waited with patience and eagerness, like they couldn’t wait to sit on Santa’s lap and whisper their wish to him. Kids were yelling, “Obama” with jubiliation as they ran out of school. At the hardware [...]
