Want to “Raise a Good Sleeper”? We Have a Discount if You Do!
by Karen on 1/21/12 | 1 Comment(s)
Who wouldn’t want to raise a good sleeper?! Imagine this: a full night’s good sleep for you and your partner…. and upon waking, you find you have a cheery baby who has also had a good night’s sleep! Not that she is making any promises, but Dr. Janet Kennedy (aka the NYC Sleep Doctor), will [...]
To Mothers Who Write: Get Out and Share Your Passion
by Karen on 1/17/12 | 0 Comment(s)
“Life is about the people you meet and the things you create with them, so go out and start creating.” – The Holstee Manifesto. This is your moment. Take your incredible experiences of being a mother and share your writing with other mothers. A new course at PowderKeg, a community of women writers in downtown [...]
Kids Can Try a New Language for Free
by Karen on 1/16/12 | 0 Comment(s)
If your child can say “nǐhǎo” and “gracias”, you might not worry so much about them saying “please” and “thank you” in English. This week and next, two language programs are offering the opportunity to give both Spanish and Mandarin a try with your tikes- for free! Lango Kids NYC Free Trial Mandarin Class It [...]
Checkmate My Friend: Chess Clubs For Kids in Brooklyn
by Karen on 1/10/12 | 0 Comment(s)
When I looked up why chess is a good game to play (I know it’s supposed to be good for you, I just wanted to know why)- the reasons listed are numerous; it develops memory improves concentration develops logical thinking promotes imagination and creativity teaches independence and there are plenty more…but it made me think [...]
A New Playspace Opens Today: Get In Line To Check It Out
by Karen on 1/09/12 | 3 Comment(s)
With the grand opening of Frolic! today in Williamsburg, you have even more options for indoor play this winter. Located in the new condominium building, The Edge, Frolic has the advantage of lots of space (approximately 5,000 square feet), ground floor access and ample stroller parking. The soft opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was on [...]
Om Your Way Through Parenting: A Buddhist Class
by Karen on 1/08/12 | 2 Comment(s)
Just tonight I found myself saying to my 5 year old son (who got out of bed for the 4th time), ” I’m sorry I got so angry, I need to take a deep breath before I react next time.” It seems that I could benefit from a new series of classes for parents based [...]
Weekend Events: Mulchfest, Three Kings, Cumbe Dance and Free Yoga
by Alicia on 1/05/12 | 0 Comment(s)
Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed the first week of 2012 and you’re ready to put your resolutions into practice. As always, this year, we’re resolving to bring you the best listings for the entire family! Are you ready to celebrate January with fun activities? We thought so! This will be the last weekend [...]
Dying to Go to a Good Movie? Join These Parents
by Karen on 1/05/12 | 0 Comment(s)
With the best movies of 2011 out in theatres right now, it would be total shame to miss them. Thanks to a new group of movie-loving parents, you can forget having to hire a babysitter in order to see Hugo or The Artist. One Brooklyn mom has started Parent and Babies Movies, a community of [...]
Build A Bath Bomb! Construct A Catapult! Winter Field Trips For Girls
by Karen on 12/14/11 | 0 Comment(s)
I’m pretty sure you aren’t thinking about summer camp yet, but Curious Jane , a popular summer program for girls, wants to help you with your winter camp plans! If you have a daughter that might be interested in making toys, trying a trapeze, building a catapult or making bath bombs, get your mouse ready! [...]
Free Demo Classes For Kids In Brooklyn
by Karen on 12/13/11 | 0 Comment(s)
We are so lucky to live in Brooklyn where our kids have access to so many cultural activities and unique classes that it can be difficult to decide which ones to do. One way to figure out it out is to check out a trial and sample class where you and your children can see [...]
Cooking Classes for Brownstone Brooklyn Families
by Karen on 12/06/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Parents know that cooking balanced and healthy meals can be the last item on your “to do” list when bills and laundry beckon. There are local classes that help parents to learn simple recipes for the whole family, most notably by Debbie Koenig, and a new and unique cooking series begins this week. Setting the [...]
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 [...]
Free Demos for Super Heros and Dancers
by Karen on 11/27/11 | 0 Comment(s)
City Kids Dance is offering free demo classes and drop-ins for the month of December. This is the perfect chance to try one of their classes like Super Hero Adventure, Ballet Babies! or Creative Ballet and their new Broadway Dance class for ages 5.5-8 years old. See below for more info. P.S.- Their new Winter/Spring [...]
Awesome Art Classes at Pratt Start Registration
by Karen on 11/27/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Pratt Saturday Art Class work from 2011 Though I am not a fan of Pratt since they 1) sent me a “cease and desist” letter after I wrote about how fantastic their sculpture garden was and 2) formally closed the quad off to the neighborhood and 3) told me that I cannot write or mention [...]
Tree Lighting Ceremonies in NYC
by Serena on 11/27/11 | 3 Comment(s)
There is something magical about a Christmas tree. The sparkle, the lights and the beautiful tree topper make this a fantastic symbol to admire as we kick-off the holiday season. In addition to dressing your own tree you can also enjoy numerous tree lighting ceremonies throughout the city. The most renowned is the Rockefeller Center [...]
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 [...]
Holiday Train Shows in NYC are Back
by Serena on 11/21/11 | 3 Comment(s)
Chances are if you have a kid, you will be interested in heading to a train show this holiday. This year, there has been no word about Grand Central Terminal doing their train show- but if you know anything, please email us. No matter! Our favorite train show at the NY Botanical Gardens is back [...]
For crafty you- a list of my favorite craft stores
by Karen on 11/21/11 | 5 Comment(s)
I so badly want to be crafty. I want to make snow hats and wool felted animals…but I just….don’t. I have a full tote of craft supplies: stencils, pom poms, pipe cleaners and the ultimate necessity: glue gun. I just don’t have the motivation. But, I do have the motivation to aspire to crafting. And, [...]
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 [...]
Playtime in Greenpoint: playgroup, donuts, library and lunch
by Karen on 11/15/11 | 0 Comment(s)
The family-friendly amenities in Greenpoint and Williamsburg are starting to rival those of Park Slope. The play spaces, play groups and stores that have cropped up in the last year seem to be mainly begun by design-minded mums and dads, whose stylish taste brings sophistication to kid stuff. But there are a few Greenpoint places [...]
Got a Karate Kid in Brooklyn…or maybe it’s you?
by Jimmy on 11/09/11 | 5 Comment(s)
Remember the movie The Karate Kid? A boy moves from New Jersey to Los Angeles and gets bullied. His new neighborhood and the kids he has to go to school with actually make him miss New Jersey! This goes on until the gardener/handyman gives the boy some chores, which vaguely resemble karate moves. Thirty minutes [...]
Where to Ice Skate in NYC: our faves, raves and closings
by Karen on 11/08/11 | 4 Comment(s)
Ice skating season has just begun! Sharpen those blades and lace those boots. In New York, we have some of the most exceptionally beautiful outdoor skating rinks. However, if it’s too cold for you or your tots, there are some well-run indoor rinks too. A few tips: If you head outdoors, try and go in [...]
Mathnasium: One Solution to “U.S. Teens Are Among Worst At Math”
by Karen on 11/04/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Here’s what I like to think: my kids will be in high school, take the SAT’s (those looovely tests), and do well enough on both the verbal and math components to have a choice selection of colleges to attend. Until recently, I didn’t realize that I may be dead wrong. Results from Education Next’s study [...]
New Developments for Bija Kids
by Karen on 11/01/11 | 0 Comment(s)
I dropped by Bija Kids a few weeks ago to host one of our Meetups- and marveled at their new studio design with two open airy spaces that accommodate both yogis and kids. Lauren Maples, the owner of Bija Kids, mentioned that she was considering offering a drop-in playtime for the cold weather- and, she [...]
Weekly Events: Auction for Film Biz Recycling, Knitting, After School Stories and Much More!
by Serena on 11/01/11 | 0 Comment(s)
We started the week with a bang thanks to Halloween. Although things have mellowed out a bit, there are still engaging and fun activities out there for kids of all ages. For parents, we are really excited for the live auction that will benefit Film Biz Recycling and a free adult knitting workshop at the [...]
