Watch out! Dinos! (well, eco-friendly ones)
by joy on 8/22/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Last year we started receiving Sprig toys for birthday presents. I had never heard of them before, but it seems everywhere I look now, someone has one on the playground.
You might have seen them too. There are the very popular eco-trucks that dig and dump in the dirt and the funny large-headed figures with their [...]
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 [...]
Kids Music Listings this Weekend: August 20, 21, 22
by Charles on 8/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Our Music Listings Editor, Charles has found the finest music listings for you this weekend. One of the most unique events this weekend is the Heirloom Tomato & Music Festival. It may be out of town- but as Charles suggests- it could totally be worth it. Suzi Shelton is also getting out of Brooklyn and [...]
Family Flat: Renovated 2BR Carroll Gardens Apartment for Rent
by Serena on 8/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
A gorgeous renovated apartment in the equally gorgeous Carroll Gardens is up for rent this week. The two-bedroom walk-up features a spacious living room, hardwood flooring, tons of closet space and (what I would be the most excited about) a brand new kitchen with granite countertops and customized cabinets. Living in Carroll Gardens ain’t too [...]
Family Flat: 3BR/2 Bath Modern Condo for Sale
by Serena on 8/19/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Condo of the Week
Location: Pacific Street at Franklin Avenue
A modern and updated condo in the Prospect Heights/Clinton Hill area of Brooklyn is certainly worth checking out this week. The condo, listed for $469,000, is currently under construction (but will be ready in two months) and is described as a “dream house.” Sounds about right as [...]
Back-to-School Lunch Tips
by Stacie on 8/16/10 | 3 Comment(s)
I’m working on a series of back-to-school posts for One Hungry Mama about packed lunches and decided to give you Brooklyn folks a peek at the first. Because that’s how we roll here in the B-K. Always watching out for one another.
I point to a bunch of recipes below, but the real focus in on [...]
Kids Music Listings this Weekend: August 13, 14, 15
by Charles on 8/13/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Laurie Berkner will be putting on a show on Sunday-in Staten Island
Charles has compiled the best music events for us this weekend. It seems Staten Island has the lion’s share of kids music events this weekend- but not to be outdone- Brooklyn has the Fuzzy Lemons at the Knitting Factory.
Friday August 13th
11:00 am: Summer Dance [...]
Family Flat: 2BR Williamsburg Condo for Sale- playroom, roof deck & private bath
by Serena on 8/12/10 | 0 Comment(s)
Not only renowned for its relentless hipster culture, Williamsburg has become something of an unexpected hot spot for families. With this condo on the market maybe you and your fam can find a new home there, too. The condo, listed for $799,000, includes a 24-hour doorman, modern kitchen and amazing deck overlooking the city. This [...]
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)
Family Flat: 2 BR Rental in Family-Friendly Park Slope for $2,800
by Serena on 8/11/10 | 0 Comment(s)
This week’s rental of the week is located in the ultimate family-neighborhood better know as Park Slope. Located on Garfield Street (near 5th avenue), the two-bedroom, one bathroom pad is ideal for a medium-size family who will enjoy outings to the Old Stone House Historic Center and Prospect Park. On top of being in the [...]
New daycare in Park Slope- Daddys
by Karen on 8/11/10 | 1 Comment(s)
I was walking through Park Slope the other day and this sign caught my eye, “Grand Opening of Daddy’s Day Care.” I don’t know when it actually opened, but I had to stop, snap a photo and post the info in case it was as new to you as it was to me. I [...]
A Daytrip to the Jacob Burns Film Center
by Holly on 8/11/10 | 0 Comment(s)
When I lived in Manhattan, I practically lived at the movies. I ran to see “Belle De Jour” at the Film Forum. I loved seeing Fellini’s “8-1/2″ on the big screen at the Paris. I went to see every Woody Allen film I could see at the Angelica Film Center in Soho. Just a few [...]
Family Fun Weekend: Woodstock, NY (it’s only 2.5 hours away!)
by Serena on 8/11/10 | 0 Comment(s)
How does a weekend of swimming, great food, parks and shopping sound to you? If you answered, “sounds great!” then perhaps it’s time for you and your family to venture to the historic Hudson Valley town of Woodstock, NY. My family and I often make the 2.5 hour trip (by car) any chance we get. [...]
