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all-in-one annual resource guide 36 Bithday Party Directory

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37 Camp Directory 38 Education Directory 39 Sports Directory 40 Classes Directory

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BIRTHDAYS • CLASSES • SPORTS • EDUCATION • HEALTH • SPECIAL NEEDS • CAMPS

Planning a Perfect Party

A timeline checklist, from six months out to the day of the party, for planning your child’s next bash

Do You Know Where These Papers Are? You’ll be better prepared in an emergency if your important papers are organized.

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42 Food & Health Directory 42 Special Needs Directory

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6 Editor’s Note 8 New Places, New Programs 11 Car Seat Checkup 12 Babysitter 411 14 Planning a Perfect Party 16 Countdown to Camp 18 Life Skills to Teach Your Child 20 The New Back-to-School Rules 21 College Prep Pointers 44 Meet the Doctor 45 Party Central and Professional Services 46 Advertisers’ Index

24 Jumping Into July

10 Baby Proofing Basics

25 Family Activities Calendar

22 Emergency Supplies Everyone Should Have 23 Do You Know Where These Papers Are?

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JULY 2018 • Vol.14 • No.12

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EDITORIAL DIRECTOR: Deborah Skolnik MANAGING EDITOR: Katelin Walling ENGAGEMENT EDITOR: Samantha Neudorf ASSISTANT EDITOR: Melissa Wickes

A Go-To Guide for Get-It-Done Parents

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hen I was a teenager, I kept a button pinned to the corkboard above my desk: “IF I DON’T DO IT, IT DOESN’T GET DONE,” it read, above a picture of a weary-looking dog. Little did I know then that this is a more appropriate motto for parents than for children. After all, we moms and dads are our kids’ go-to people: They depend on us for everything from scheduling pediatrician appointments and finding the right reading tutor to nurturing their budding interests. Each day, we make myriad decisions about our children’s education, care, activities, and more.

But who is in your corner when it comes to tackling this demanding agenda?

The answer, I’m happy to say, is at your fingertips—literally. Our All-in-One Annual Resource Guide is designed with your complex life in mind. Leaf through and you’ll find easy-to-browse directories of Brooklyn businesses, professionals, and more, all ready, eager, and highly qualified to assist you with your major parenting decisions. Whether you’re trying to throw a great birthday party or figure out the best school for your child, your search can be swift and easy. (Ditto for finding drama classes, kids’ health care, and much more!) That’s right: No running from place to place, no frantically polling every other parent at the park and on social media—we’ve got an all-star lineup of resources right on these pages. With so much information from cover to cover, I’m confident you’ll want to keep this handy guidebook within reach all year long.

While you’re organizing your kids’ lives, how about taking a few steps to make your own life a little easier, too? As you already know, a bit of planning can go a long way.

That’s why we’ve included a special section of 10 useful checklists at the front of this guidebook. Prepared with the help of top experts, they’ll walk you through some of parenthood’s trickiest passages at every stage: baby proofing (p. 10), installing car seats (p. 11), leaving the kids with a sitter (p. 12), planning a perfect party (p. 14), getting kids ready for camp (p. 16), preparing for back-to-school season (p. 20), teaching kids basic life skills (p. 18), and helping teens get set for college (p. 21). We also address around-the-house concerns such as gathering emergency supplies (p. 22) and identifying and storing important family papers (p. 23).

Add it all up, and what this guidebook equals is preparedness and peace of mind— something every parent I know could certainly use. Because, after all, it’s not just about getting things done; it’s about getting them done right.

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The curriculum will include age-appropriate programs in subjects such as dance and chess, and will feature an etiquette class designed to promote good manners and increase IQ. “One of the biggest concerns parents have is making it to work on time because most centers open at 8am,” says Terrye Morgan, the school’s education director.

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Courtney Ilarraza, co-founder of Baby Bodyguards, a full-service baby and child safety company based in NYC, shares what you need to do before bringing home your bundle of joy. Remember: You don’t have to go crazy and baby proof the whole house; just focus on the rooms where your child will be. Additionally, purchase babyproofing items that are Juvenile Products Manufacturing Association-certified and don’t use hand-me-down products (you’ll want to register all baby-proofing items with the manufacturer to receive any recall notices). qS ecure furniture to the walls.

qR eplace traditional outlet plates with sliding outlet plates. When

You might think heavy dressers can’t be tipped over, but once the drawers are pulled out, the weight is redistributed. When a toddler or child climbs into the drawers, the piece can topple.

an appliance is unplugged, the outlet cover automatically slides into place. It’s aesthetically pleasing, and the child can’t remove it.

qP ut padding on sharp corners.

A lot of parents have the misconception that every edge should be padded, but it’s just the sharp corners that need it, as they could cause a laceration if a toddler were to fall on the corner.

qA nchor the TV, either to the wall or the media stand.

q Put coat hooks on the wall near the entryway, if you don’t have a coat closet. This keeps

coats and bags out of baby’s reach, preventing him from finding choking hazards or medications.

qS crew latches into drawers and cupboards that contain dangerous items, such as cleaning products and sharp objects. And leave one cupboard, like where you store Tupperware, accessible to your child to explore.

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q Run cables and cords through a cable management box. q Set the hot water heater to 120 degrees or lower, if you have access, preventing your toddler from being badly burned if she can reach the hot-water faucet.

q Take an infant-child CPR and safety class with your partner.

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q Put a child-proof knob cover on the bathroom door handle and any other off-limits rooms to prevent your toddler from entering unattended.

q Wrap shade blind cords around a blind cleat, if your shades have cords. q Install hardware-mounted gates at the tops and bottoms of stairs; children can potentially fall through pressure-mounted gates.

q Stop using tablecloths when your toddler starts pulling himself up on things. If something is sitting on the table-clothed table and the child pulls himself up on the cloth, that item could fall on the child.

q Rearrange bookshelves, putting

heavier items on bottom shelves and lighter items on higher shelves.

q Install windows guards if your win-

dows can open more than 4 inches.

qM ake sure bannister and balcony slats are no more than 4 inches apart. If they are, add slats in the spaces or install a guard on the inside of the slats, especially if the slats are horizontal, creating a ladder.

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Car seat regulations are hard to keep up with and manage, especially because they constantly change and differ from state to state. Keep this checklist, compiled with the help of Shane Bland, certified car seat safety technician through Safe Kids Worldwide Westchester, and Greg Durocher, child passenger safety technician instructor at Safe Ride 4 Kids, wherever you will remember to reference it for properly installing and using a car seat. q Read the owner’s manual. This

should be the first thing you do after purchasing the car seat. If you have questions the manual doesn’t answer, check the FAQ section on the manufacturer’s website.

q Check the expiration date,

especially if the car seat is a handme-down. The manufacturer lists this date, typically 6 years from when it was made, on the car seat.

q Look for recalls on the

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website, nhsta.gov.

q Find the best location. The safest

spot is in the middle rear seat, which protects the child from impact on any point on the car.

If you have two car seats, put the youngest child closest to the driver.

q Determine the direction your child should face. Safe Kids

Worldwide recommends children stay rear facing as long as is comfortable. A rear-facing car seat protects the child in the case of a front-facing crash, and prevents whiplash in the case of a rear-end accident.

where the strap goes through on the back of the car seat should be at or below the child’s shoulders.

This prevents the child from sliding up the back of the car seat in the event of a forward crash. In a forward-facing, five-point harness car seat, the strap should go through a hole that is at or above the child’s shoulders. This ensures your child will lean into the seatbelt in the event of a forward crash rather than having the seatbelt compress his spine.

Do you think your child is big enough to safely stop using a booster seat? Use the NHSTA’s fivepoint test to decide:

q Make sure your child’s back is touching the back of the seat.

qC heck the car seat security after installing. Shake the seat with the strength of a firm handshake; the seat should move no more than 1 inch (measured at the seatbelt buckle) in each direction.

q Ensure your child is buckled in properly. In a rear-facing, fivepoint harness car seat, the hole

q Do her feet touch the floor? q Do his knees bend comfortably at the edge of the seat?

q Does the seatbelt cross her shoulder and the lap belt sit low on her hips?

q Can he stay seated, comfortably, this way for the duration of the trip?

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The more information you give your sitter upfront, the fewer texts you’ll receive later on.

In the excitement of getting out the door to enjoy a child-free meal with your partner, it can be easy to forget to give your babysitter all of the information she may need. Mommybites.com and Gina Lamb-Amato, M.D., Manhattan-based pediatrician, share important information your sitter needs to know. So fill out this cheat-sheet and leave it for your sitter to ensure that no questions go unanswered.

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Kids’ Names, Nicknames, and Ages:

Medical Conditions or Special Needs:

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Home Address:

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Parents’ Cellphone Numbers:

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Nearby Family Phone Numbers (if parents are unreachable):

Is TV Time Allowed (what channels/movies): Bedtimes:

In Case of Emergency Fire Department:

Where Parents Will Be:

Police Department:

When to Contact Parents:

Snacks/Meals (if applicable):

Poison Control:

House Information and Rules

Any Homework That Needs to Be Finished:

Preferred Hospital:

Pet Name (and if he needs to be fed or walked):

Bedtime Routines:

Pediatrician:

Where to Find: Spare Key:

Veterinarian (if applicable): Fire Extinguisher:

Sitter Do’s and Don’ts Order Takeout:

Extra Blankets:

Have Visitors:

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First Aid Kit:

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Planning a Perfect Party

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Throwing a birthday party can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be—the key is to start early and create a timeline. Here are some tips to make sure your child’s next birthday party runs smoothly and seamlessly.

Six Months Prior q Book a venue. Even if you don’t know other details, settling on a date and time will allow you to plan to what the venue okays.

Three Months Prior q Create a theme. This gives you an idea of what is needed for décor.

q Choose your entertainment.

Secure a clown, magician, DJ, or character early to ensure your child’s day will be special.

Two Months Prior q Confirm dates with the venue. Take this opportunity to discuss logistics, such as whether there is a storage area for coats and presents.

q Create the guest list. Sit down with your child and go over who she would like to invite.

One Month Prior q Send out invitations once you settle on a guest list, and confirm RSVPs.

q Pick out the food, décor, and party favors (if you so choose). Make sure to note any food allergies.

Two Weeks Prior q Order the cake. If you’re baking the cake, be sure you have the ingredients. Don’t forget the candles!

q Follow up on unanswered invites.

The earlier you find out about any last-minute guests, the better.

One Week Prior q Make goodie bags. If you plan to have party favors, make the bags in advance, and have extras, just in case.

The Day of the Party q Breathe and relax! Be in the moment with your child—after all, it’s his special day!

q Take note of the gifts. Before she rips open presents, jot down who gave each gift to write thank-you cards.

After the Party q Help your child write his thankyou notes—handwritten is always more thoughtful!

q Designate a photographer. You may be too busy hosting, so ask someone else to document the day. Make sure the camera or phone is fully charged!

q Confirm final details. Finalize lastminute details and make sure everything is squared away with the venue. Create a back-up plan, just in case.

q Create a checklist. Write down everything you will need to do the day of the party, and create a schedule for the party to ensure the day goes as planned.

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Countdown to Camp

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Getting ready throughout the year will help your child have a fantastic summer.

Kids go to camp in the summer, but selecting a camp and getting your child excited for it are tasks that should be on your radar during the entire year. Take these simple steps recommended by Renee Flax, director of camper placement for the American Camp Association, NYNJ: July q Tour prospective camps. q See if your child can attend a

December q Start attending local indoor camp fairs.

“rookie day” or overnight visit at each camp.

January q Attend local indoor camp fairs.

August q A ssess whether your child’s current

q Review camp brochures, DVDs,

camp is still the right fit. What did she like and dislike?

September q Fill out any surveys your child’s camp sends.

q Share problems with the camp director and brainstorm solutions.

October q Attend camp fairs and open houses if you’re thinking about switching camps.

q Ask about early-bird discounts or payment plans.

November q Go to late-fall camp festivals and open houses.

q If you’ve decided on a camp for your child, begin talking it up to build excitement.

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or other informational materials from fairs.

February q Continue reviewing informational materials.

q Get camp recommendations from other families.

March q Schedule a home visit from prospective camps’ directors.

q Schedule your child’s annual physical exam

April q Attend camps’ spring festivals. q If your child will attend overnight camp, have him practice “sleeping out” at friends’ and relatives’ houses.

May q Attend welcome events for new and returning campers.

q For overnight camp, make sure your child can wash his own hair, brush his teeth consistently, and make his bed.

q Order camp merchandise. q Pack overnight camp trunks.

June q Pack day-camp backpacks. q Get your child a haircut. q Have your child checked for lice

q Let her start wearing her camp T-shirt to help her get excited.

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Life Skills to Teach Your Child

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This timeline will ensure your teen is fully independent by the time she leaves the nest.

Katie Davis, Psy.D., a Manhattan-based licensed clinical psychologist, and Donna Volpitta, Ph.D., founder of the Center for Resilient Leadership, weigh in on what ages kids should start learning life skills. With each new skill, start by scaffolding the behavior: do the task together, model the behavior, and gradually let your child do the task on his own.

By 2-3, your child should be able to: q Put dishes in or near the sink

By 8-9, your child should be able to: q Take out the garbage

q Put on and take off clothes herself

q Cut food with a knife and use a

and put shoes on the correct feet

q Clip himself into the car seat q Start eating with silverware, and test food for temperature

By 4-5, your child should be able to: q Wipe a counter with a sponge or cloth, and clear the table

q Wipe his shoes before entering the house q S elect proper clothing for the weather q Recite her phone number, address, and emergency contact

By 6-7, your child should be able to: q Prepare simple snacks, and help put his lunch together

q Put belongings away, including toys and dirty laundry, without prompting

q Tie shoelaces and keep them tied q Do his bedtime routine independently, after prompting

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q Find a public bathroom on his own and replace an empty toilet paper roll

By 14-15, your teen should be able to: q Perform simple household tasks, such as changing a light bulb

q Make minor clothing repairs q Cook a meal for two people q Find and apply to a summer job

q Fold laundry and put it away By 10-11, your tween should be able to: q Vacuum the carpets and use a broom and dustpan

q Cook simple foods and operate a stove or oven safely

q Wash, dry, and put away dishes q Take responsibility of his social life: make phone calls and plans with friends

By 12-13, your tween should be able to: q Change her sheets and make the bed q Know and select his clothing size q Prepare a shopping list and cook a simple recipe

q Write an appropriate email

By 16-17, your teen should be able to: q Operate a washing machine, use an iron, and arrange for tailoring

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Will your child’s first week of classes be calm or hectic? It depends on how you prepare in the month beforehand. Sheryl Ziegler, Psy.D., author of Mommy Burnout, and Fulvia Milite, M.D., director of the White Plains Hospital Sleep Center, share their top tips that will make going back to school a breeze.

4 Weeks Before School Starts q Make sure your child gets plenty of exercise. Make bedtime no later than 10pm, and set a no-eating rule for 2-3 hours beforehand. Stick to a set wake-up time.

q Check that your child’s immunizations are up to date, his medical forms are filed with school, and he’s lice-free.

q Start shopping for school supplies and clothes.

q Do an untimed dry run of a school morning.

q Create a countdown calendar and mark off the days until school starts.

3 Weeks Before School Starts q Begin pushing up bedtime by 15 minutes per night eventually reaching the time you’ll want your child to turn in on school nights. Kids ages 3-5 should get 10-13 hours of sleep; kids ages 6-12 should get 9-12 hours; and teens need 8-10 hours.

q Set up a designated area in your home where your child can do his homework.

q Install hooks where your child can hang knapsacks, coats, and other items.

2 Weeks Before School Starts q Continue pushing bedtime up by 15 minutes each night until the desired bedtime is achieved, or else push up your child’s bedtime cold turkey.

q Establish a bedtime routine with no TV or electronics for an hour beforehand.

q Have get-togethers with new classmates and old friends.

q Host a school supply swap. q Arrange carpools.

1 Week Before School Starts q Do a timed dry run of a school morning.

q Finish your summer bucket list.

q Begin planning school lunches.

q Toss any unusable backpacks and

q Attend meet-the-teacher events

school supplies from last year.

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if there are any.

q If your child is starting school, find out the teacher’s policy on kids who are having a hard time separating.

The Night Before q Allow 2 hours for kids to wind down before bedtime.

q Make sure backpacks are packed and by the door.

q Choose and set out school outfits.

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College Prep Pointers

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These tips will help your teen feel less overwhelmed in planning for higher education.

Starting the college planning process early can help your child be better organized, less stressed, make more informed decisions, and even get into a better school. Use this checklist from Tony Di Giacomo, Ph.D., founder of Novella Prep (novellaprep.com) to help get you started.

10th Grade:

11th Grade:

q Make sure your child takes the

q Have your child take the PSAT/

PSAT in October.

q Have him sign into collegeboard. org and link his scores to Khan Academy for free online lessons based on his results.

NMSQT in October. Link the scores to Khan Academy for more recommended lessons.

q Schedule college visits. q Figure out when your child will

q Discuss your child’s possible career interests. Reach out to people in these fields.

take his first SAT or ACT and how he plans to prepare for it.

q If she takes AP courses, have her q Help your child begin a onepage resume to document her accomplishments and skills. She will need this information for her college applications next year.

q Compile a list of prospective colleges, along with the schools’ admission requirements.

q Consider having your child take pre-college classes at a college this summer or next.

q Encourage her to work in a field of interest over the summer.

plan to spend approximately eight weeks reviewing for each AP exam.

q Visit colleges. q Encourage him to finish all college

q Schedule 1-on-1 college interviews for your child, on campus if possible.

Have him send thank-you notes.

q Along with your child, make a spreadsheet and schedule appointments for all important deadlines through the year’s end.

q Plan for her applications to be submitted one week early.

q Have him follow up by phone or email to verify that each application is complete.

q Breathe! Encourage your child to have productive conversations with friends and family and only share what is essential.

essays over the summer.

12th Grade: q Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid in October.

Check with the financial aid offices of any schools to which your child will be applying to see if anything else is needed.

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Emergency Supplies Everyone Should Have

This list can go a long way toward preparing you for storms, blackouts, and disasters.

Compile the items in this Federal Emergency Management Agency-approved list and keep them in a secure, dry place; they’ll help keep your family safe and comfortable in the case of an adverse event.

q Water

q Whistle

q Food

q Pliers or a wrench

Aim for 1 gallon of water per person per day for at least three days.

Gather at least a three-day supply of nonperishables (plus formula if you have a formula-fed baby).

q Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Weather Radio

They will help you get the big picture as to what’s going on.

It can be used to alert first responders and others to your location.

If a pipe bursts or a gas line is leaking you’ll be able to shut them off.

q Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties

Your toilets may not work if the water and/or power go out—these items can be used for personal sanitation.

q Plastic sheeting, duct tape, and a dust mask

Buy one or assemble your own so you can treat minor ailments and injuries without leaving home.

The dust mask will help you filter any debris, and the plastic sheeting and tape can patch up any areas of your home that are leaking.

q Flashlight with extra batteries

q Maps of your local area

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q Copies of important financial and personal documents (see list at right)

q Documentation of any prescription drugs family members take

q First aid kit

If the power’s out, you’ll still be able to see at night.

Looking to round out your emergency kit? q Fire extinguisher

You may need them if your GPS goes out.

q Cash and travelers checks q Pet food and extra water q Matches in a waterproof container or lighter and extra propane for your grill

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Where These Papers Are?

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You’ll be better prepared in an emergency if your important papers are organized.

Neil Stern, a Long Island-based CPA and member of the American Institute of CPAs National CPA Financial Literacy Commission, recommends keeping close track of the following documents: Store in a safe deposit box or waterproof and fireproof safe: q Birth and marriage certificates q Passports q Social security cards q Car titles and registrations

Store copies of these documents in a safe place outside your home (such as a close relative’s home that isn’t in the immediate vicinity):

papers or lease documents

qW ill and trust documents/power of attorney

qC redit cards, loan records, utility q Driver’s licenses q Health insurance/Medicare cards q I nventory of your possessions (photos are acceptable)

qP roperty deeds and mortgage

q Military records

qA ppraisals of valuables if available

receipts

q S afe deposit box information (location, number, key, inventory of contents)

q Tax returns for the previous 3 years q Health care proxies q Living wills

q I nsurance policies and contact information for claims processing

qR ecent statements for banking, investment, and retirement accounts

q Medical/prescription records qC ontact information for family members’ doctors, dentists, lawyers, accountants, and insurance brokers

qD ocumentation of home improvements

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Jumping Compiled by Samantha Neudorf

Courtesy New York City Department of Parks & Recreation

Barbecues, fireworks, swimming…this is what summers are made of. Dive-head first into all types of fun near you. Nothing screams summer more than a day trip to an amusement park or beach to cool off from the hot summer heat. This season also means berry picking—strawberries, to be exact. And what’s more quintessential to summer than celebrating America’s independence? Find a fireworks show in your area and enjoy the spectacular sights under the stars. Warm weather maximizes all possibilities of fun and the days are long—be sure to make the most of them!

Kent Miller

Into July

This year, families can expect to see 20 new shells and effects during the fireworks show.

FIREWORKS SHOWS Independence Weekend Fireworks Extravaganza

East River, Midtown to Lower Manhattan 212-494-4495. macys.com/fireworks Hours: Wednesday, July 4, 9:25pm This year’s pyrotechnic spectacle will mark Macy’s Fireworks largest display since the Millennial Celebration with more than 75,000 shells and effects launched from seven barges positioned in midtown on the East River, accompanied by a rousing patriotic score from the West Point Band and Glee Club and featuring a special rendition of “God Bless America” from Kelly Clarkson.

Find more>> nymetroparents.com/fourth-of-july

Coney Island boasts a 2.7-mile boardwalk and is home to the New York Aquarium and Luna Park.

BEACHES Brighton Beach, Coney Island, and Coney Island Boardwalk

AMUSEMENT PARKS

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Luna Park at Coney Island

Courtesy Luna Park

718-946-1350; 212-639-9675 Cost: Boardwalk: Free. Luna Park: $1 per ride credit; $35 for 4-hour unlimited wristband (does not include specialty rides); Cyclone rollercoaster: $10 (must be at least 54 inches tall to ride).

New York Aquarium: $11.95; $15.95 seniors; $14.95 children ages 3-12; free for children ages 2 and younger.

Attractions: 2.7-mile boardwalk, New York Aquarium, Luna Park (including the Cyclone rollercoaster), eateries, outdoor spray showers Hours: Beach and boardwalk: 10am-6pm. Lifeguards on duty 10am-6pm, May 27 to Labor Day. New York Aquarium: 10am4:30pm daily.

Ride on the historic wooden Cyclone roller coaster that has been around since 1927 at Luna Park at Coney Island.

565 Route 206 N., Andover, NJ 973-579-5055; sussexcountystrawberryfarm.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm; Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 9am-4pm This family-owned farm is a great spot for picking your own strawberries this season. Pay a visit to the garden center to see a vast selection of flowers and check out the handcrafted rustic furniture from chairs to decorative pieces.

1000 Surf Ave., Coney Island 718-373-5862; lunaparknyc.com Hours: Through Sept. 3: daily; hours vary. Sept. 8-Oct. 28: weekends. Check online for full details.

Pricing: $1 per credit; 48 credits: $40; 75 credits: $60; and 140 credits: $100; $42 and up for Any Day Luna Pass, which includes unlimited rides for any day of the week, and one-ride entitlement on Go-Karts and Slingshot; $29 and up for Fixed Date Luna Pass.

Check online for additional deals.

Mild to extreme thrill rides, games, and dining. New attraction this year: Astro Tower is a 137-foot tall tower that drops and bounces you up and down with sunning views from the top of the ride.

Find more>> nymetroparents.com/strawberries

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STRAWBERRY FARMS Sussex County Strawberry Farm

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EDITOR’S HOT TICKETS

Our calendar is full of great ideas. First, here are the 10 events we consider can’t-miss—the ones we’re taking our own kids to. Consider it your cheat sheet to the best of what’s great this month!

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‘Pirate School!’ with Billy Bones

WHEN: Sunday, July 15, 2pm WHERE: Waterfront Museum, 290 Conover St., Red Hook AGES: All WHAT: Learn to stand, talk, sing, and laugh like buccaneers in an immersive high-seas adventure led by pirate professor Billy Bones, which includes music, special effects, magic, and puppets.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Pirate School! aims to satisfy children’s universal curiosity about the briny buccaneers of yore while subtly boosting their self-esteem and citizenship skills.

WANT TO GO? $15; $13 children. 718-624-4719. waterfrontmuseum.org.

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WHEN: Sunday, July 15, 11am-4pm WHERE: Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: This outdoor festival will feature live music, theatrical performances, arts and crafts, educational workshops, face painting, games, ice cream and other snacks, and a build-your-own playground. Performers include the Story Pirates, the Long Island Vegetable Orchestra, the Trusty Sidekick Theater Company, and Tim Kubart and the Space Cadets.

WHY WE LOVE IT: A celebration of Governors Island’s lush green spaces, plus there will be food by Blue Marble Ice Cream, Wafels & Dinges, and more!

WANT TO GO? 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

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A Summer Movie Under The Stars: ‘The Wizard of Oz’ FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, July 18, 6pm WHERE: Prospect Park Long Meadow, Grand Army Plaza entrance, Park Slope AGES: All WHAT: Get lost in the Land of Oz with Dorothy, Toto, and the rest of the gang in this timeless and heartwarming story about inner strength. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Highline Chamber Ensemble’s jazz trio at 7pm, playing 1930s and ’40s standards and songs from the soundtrack before the movie starts at around 8:20pm.

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WHY WE LOVE IT: This beloved movie becomes even more vivid with live music from the Judy Garland era.

WANT TO GO? 718-965-8951. prospectpark.org.

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Subway Shindig for Families: Subway Got Game!

WHEN: Thursday, July 19, 6-8pm WHERE: New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Join the New York Transit Museum for an evening of classic board games and kooky contests in our vintage subway cars.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Test your skills with classic strategy games in the coolest game room in all of New York City!

WANT TO GO? $10; $5 seniors and children ages 2-17. 718-694-1600. nytransitmuseum.org.

Family Cooking in the Garden

WHEN: Saturday, July 21, 11:30am-1:30pm WHERE: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 900 Washington Ave., Crown Heights AGES: All WHAT: Harvest and wash produce from the garden, then explore the Children’s Garden-approved kitchen tools, techniques, and recipes that will also keep kids engaged at home. The group will prepare one farm-fresh entrée and one dessert to share.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This special garden-to-table meal is a great way to help your young chef connect the dots between healthy eating and environmental consciousness.

WANT TO GO? $28. 718-623-7200. bbg.org.

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Waldo Finale Party! FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, July 31, 4-5:30pm WHERE: Greenlight Bookstore, 632 Flatbush Ave., Prospect Lefferts Garden AGES: All WHAT: Stop by Greenlight throughout July for a list of participating busi-

RENT SOME FUN! nesses and scavenger hunt rules, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for Waldo. Prizes will be given for those with the most Waldo sightings, and there will be refreshments, activities, local celebrities, and more.

WHY WE LOVE IT: After a month-long search for Waldo in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, enjoy a big Waldo-palooza at the bookstore!

WANT TO GO? 718-246-0200. greenlightbookstore.com.

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Handheld Games of the Past

WHEN: July 1-31, Saturday-Sunday, 2-4pm WHERE: Lefferts Historic House, 452 Flatbush Ave., Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Handheld games were just as popular in the past as they are in the present. Join the Prospect Park Alliance to learn about classic handheld games from the past like graces, hoops, quoits, horseshoes, and 9-pin bowling.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The best thing about all the classic games you grew up with? Getting to share them with your kids for the first time.

WANT TO GO? $3 suggested donation. 718-789-2822. prospectpark.org.

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Zen Zoo Yoga

WHEN: July 7-Aug. 18, Saturdays, 12-1pm WHERE: Prospect Park Zoo, 450 Flatbush Ave., Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Join Prospect Park Alliance and NYC Parks for this fun and mindful Shape Up NYC class for kids. The instructor will teach Asana yoga, which is based on animal forms and shapes.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Kids will love this silly and lighthearted approach to exercise inspired by their favorite zoo animals.

WANT TO GO? $8; $5 children ages 3-5; free for children younger than 2. 718-399-7339. prospectparkzoo.com.

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ColorLab

WHEN: Year-round: Thursday, 2-5pm; Saturday-Sunday, 11am-5pm WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: All WHAT: ColorLab is BCM’s new family art studio inspired by contemporary African-American, Afro-Caribbean, and African artists, with rotating programs that will feature the work and material inspirations of contemporary artists. Learn about Afrofuturism through a toolbox containing books, materials, and prompts to guide creating.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Inspired by modern African and African-American artwork, children will be given the tools and materials to create fascinating artwork of their own.

WANT TO GO? $11. 718-735-4400. brooklynkids.org.

Donald Zucker and Barbara Hrbek Zucker Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

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WHEN: Year-round: daily (beginning June 30), 10am-6pm WHERE: New York Aquarium, Surf Avenue and West Eighth Street, Coney Island AGES: All WHAT: Explore the coral reef, wander through a shipwreck, and peer over the Hudson Canyon in this brand new exhibit all about sharks.

More than 115 species including sand tiger sharks, sandbar sharks, and loggerhead sea turtles live in this state-of-the-art exhibit.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This awe-inspiring shark exhibit will thrill young visitors, and is a great complement to the upcoming Shark Week on the Discovery Channel!

WANT TO GO? $12; free for children 2 and younger. 718-265-3474. nyaquarium.com.

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WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S FREE

Think a freebie has to be ho-hum? Don’t let the price tag (or lack of one) fool you. Here are the five no-cost events we’re excited about now. You’re welcome.

Fishing Game FREE

WHEN: Saturday, July 7, 9am-12pm WHERE: Home Depot Gowanus, 550 Hamilton Ave., Gowanus AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Reel in the summer fun in our hands-on workshop in which you and your child can build a fishing game while tackling educational and developmental skills.

WANT TO GO? 718-832-8553. homedepot.com.

Come Out and Play FREE

WHEN: Saturday, July 21, 1-5pm WHERE: Manhattan Bridge Archway Plaza, 155 Water St., Dumbo AGES: All WHAT: This family day offers games designed specifically for families and children of all ages. All of the games connect with a fun story line about time travel, complete with an official time travel agency, games throughout time, a growing timeline, and imminent threats to the space-time continuum.

WANT TO GO? 718-237-8700. comeoutandplay.org.

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS! Free Outdoor Concert Series FREE

WHEN: July 7-28, Saturdays, 8pm WHERE: On Stage At Kingsborough, 2001 Oriental Blvd., Manhattan Beach AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy a series of jazz performances under the stars this month at Kingsborough’s Lighthouse Bandshell. Pincnicking is encouraged and food will be available for sale, or you can bring your own.

WANT TO GO? 718-368-5596. onstageatkingsborough.org.

Dance and Music with Cumbe Kidz FREE

WHEN: July 17-31, Tuesdays, 10-11am WHERE: Fort Greene Park, Washington Park Street, Fort Greene AGES: All WHAT: Join FGPC and Cumbe: Center for African and Diaspora Dance for a fun journey through the African diaspora via dance. Families are invited to visit Jamaica, Cuba, and the U.S. through interactive Caribbean, hip-hop, and Afro-Cuban classes.

WANT TO GO? 212-639-9675. fortgreenepark.org.

Erwin Wurm: Hot Dog Bus FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 26: Saturday-Sunday, 12-6pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, 334 Furman St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: This modified, vintage Volkswagen Microbus has been transformed into a bright yellow, overstuffed food truck from which free hot dogs will be served to visitors all summer. See it at Pier 1 on Saturdays and Pier 5 on Sundays.

WANT TO GO? 212-348-1400. brooklynbridgepark.org.

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WHEN: Sunday, July 1, 9:30-10:30am WHERE: Dekalb Market Hall, 445 Albee Square W., Downtown Brooklyn AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Each week, there will be new art projects for kids to explore with the guidance of one of our teachers. All projects are open-ended and designed for kids.

WANT TO GO? $15; $25 for two siblings. 929-359-6555. privatepicassos.com/around-nyc.

Comic Workshop with George O’Connor

WHEN: Saturday, July 7, 3-4pm WHERE: Stories Bookshop + Storytelling Lab, 458 Bergen St., Park Slope AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Kids are invited to join George O’Connor, author and illustrator of the popular Olympians series, for a chance to design their own comic books.

WANT TO GO? $30. 718-369-1167. storiesbk.com.

Kidville Park Slope Drop-Off Pajama Party

WHEN: Friday, July 20, 6:30-9:30pm WHERE: Kidville Park Slope, 808 Union St., Park Slope AGES: 3-8 WHAT: This 3-hour drop-off pajama party includes free play, dinner, arts and crafts, story time, dance time, and movie time.

WANT TO GO? $60. 516-807-0447. projectplaydate.org.

Toddler Art Adventures

WHEN: July 11-Aug. 1, Wednesdays, 3:30-4:15pm WHERE: Elite Minds Montessori, 117 Union St., Columbia Street Waterfront District AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Budding toddler artists will explore paint, crayons, oil pastels, collage materials, air-dry clay, and recycled sculpture in this process-oriented art class. Themes for projects include NYC, outer space, animals, and opposites.

WANT TO GO? $28. 347-916-1433. privatepicassos.com/around-nyc.

Creativity Lab

WHEN: Through Aug. 31: Sundays, 4-5:30pm WHERE: Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Prospect Heights AGES: All WHAT: In this drop-in workshop, take inspiration from our galleries and get messy, experiment with materials, and learn artistic techniques with a new project each month.

WANT TO GO? $16; free for children younger than 19. 718-638-5000. brooklynmuseum.org.

Children’s Museum of the Arts Free Island Outpost FREE

WHEN: Through Oct. 31: Saturday-Sunday, 11am-5pm WHERE: Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Visit the Children’s Museum of the Art’s Free Art Island Outpost for hands-on art making workshops and art-viewing experiences. Young artists will be inspired and challenged to explore big projects utilizing found objects and traditional mediums.

WANT TO GO? 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

Totally Tots

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4:30pm; Thursday, 10am-5:30pm WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: 3-8 WHAT: This pint-sized paradise is designed for the museum’s youngest visitors, featuring nine different sensory play areas including water, sand, music, dress up, and blocks.

WANT TO GO? $11. 718-224-5863. brooklynkids.org.

Transit Tots

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Thursdays, 10:15-11am WHERE: New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Every Thursday, young train enthusiasts explore themes like animals underground, the people and buildings of New York City, colors and shapes, and, of course, the city’s subways and buses.

WANT TO GO? $10; $5 children ages 2-17. 718-694-1600. nytransitmuseum.org.

Basketball Clinic FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 28: Tuesdays, 5pm; Sundays, 12pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 2, Furman and Clark streets, Brooklyn Heights AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Improve basic basketball skills with the Big and Little Skills Academy on Pier 2. Each clinic will include either yoga to enhance flexibility or flag football for agility training.

WANT TO GO? 718-802-0603. brooklynbridgepark.org.

Kayaking FREE

WHEN: Through Sept. 30: Saturday-Sunday, 10am-2pm; Thursday, 5:30-6:45pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse at Pier 2, Furman and Clark streets, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Glide along the water while kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse at the Pier 2 floating dock. All levels are welcome and no experience is necessary.

WANT TO GO? 718-802-0603. brooklynbridgepark.org.

Summertime Skating Rink

MOVERS & SHAKERS World Cup Semi Final FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, July 10, 2pm WHERE: Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge, 58-80 Pearl St., Dumbo AGES: All WHAT: Watch the World Cup Semi Final in the Dumbo Archway on the epically big screen.

WANT TO GO? 718-237-8700. dumbo.is/hosting/world-cup-semi-final.

Double Dutch FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 15: Wednesdays, 7-9pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 2, Furman and Clark streets, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Join Double Dutch Empire for Open Ropes, a weekly Double Dutch jump rope session every Wednesday. Skilled instructors are on hand to provide basic Double Dutch instruction in a block party environment.

WANT TO GO? 718-802-0603. brooklynbridgepark.org.

WHEN: Through Oct. 31: Monday-Thursday, 10am-5pm; Friday, 10am9pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: Mel’s Rink Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Made from a synthetic material designed for metal ice-skates, Mel’s Rink Governors Island will give New Yorkers the rare opportunity to skate during the summer months and is the first outdoor skating opportunity on Governors Island.

WANT TO GO? $20; $15 children. 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

New York Road Runners Open Run FREE

WHEN: Through Dec. 18: Tuesdays, 7pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 6, Atlantic Avenue and Furman Street, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Open Run is a community-based initiative that empowers local volunteers to bring free weekly runs to local neighborhood parks all over NYC. All runs are directed by volunteers, and courses are usually between 2½-3 miles. Open to all ages, experience levels, walkers, strollers, and dogs.

WANT TO GO? 718-222-9939. brooklynbridgepark.org. ›› BrooklynParent 29

THE GREAT OUTDOORS FrogWatch USA in the Greenbelt FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, July 3, 8-9pm WHERE: Blood Root Valley, 700 Rockland Ave., Staten Island AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Nature lovers will get to hike within the Greenbelt to listen for frogs, and record data as part of a national citizen science initiative.

Bring a flashlight or a headlamp and call ahead to register.

WANT TO GO? 718-351-3450. sigreenbelt.org.

FUN FAIRS & FESTIVALS Flatbush Avenue BID Street Fair FREE

WHEN: Sunday, July 1, 12-6pm WHERE: Flatbush Avenue, between Parkside Avenue and Cortelyou Road, Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Head to Flatbush Avenue for a lively neighborhood festival featuring music, delicious food, carnival rides and the NYPD climbing wall, raffles, and lots of shopping. Rain or shine!

WANT TO GO? facebook.com.

Bastille Day on 60th Street FREE

WHEN: Sunday, July 15, 12-5pm WHERE: East 60th Street, between Fifth and Lexington avenues, Upper East Side, Manhattan AGES: All WHAT: For more than 20 years, Bastille Day on 60th Street has been New York’s largest public celebration of France’s Independence Day and its historic friendship with the United States, abounding with French cuisine, music, dance, and more for the whole family.

WANT TO GO? 212-355-6100. bastilledayny.com.

Brooklyn Roots Festival FREE

WHEN: Sunday, July 29, 1-7pm WHERE: Lefferts Historic House, 452 Flatbush Ave., Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: This day-long event celebrates Brooklyn’s diverse traditional art forms through a lively, family-friendly afternoon of performances, workshops, interactive kids activities, and more.

WANT TO GO? 718-789-2822. prospectpark.org.

The New York City Poetry Festival FREE

WHEN: July 28-29, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-6pm WHERE: Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: The festival invites poetry organizations and collectives of all shapes and sizes to bring their unique formats, aesthetics, and personalities to the festival grounds, which are ringed with a collection of beautiful Victorian houses and tucked beneath the wide, green canopies of dozens of century old trees.

WANT TO GO? 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

The 15th Annual New York Musical Festival

WHEN: July 9-Aug. 5, daily, see website for times WHERE: Various locations, Theater District, Times Square, Manhattan AGES: 5 and older WHAT: The New York Musical Festival showcases the best new musicals and musical theater talent. This year’s festival has some family-friendly shows, including Between the Sea and the Sky; Pedro Pan; What’s Your Wish?; and The Gunfighter Meets His Match.

WANT TO GO? 212-664-0979. nymf.org.

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Seining FREE

WHEN: Saturday, July 7, 9:30-11am WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, 334 Furman St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Bring your little ones to experience the amazing biodiversity of the Hudson River Estuary as park staff and scientists use a seine net to humanely catch incredible creatures that live below the water’s surface.

WANT TO GO? 212-348-1400. brooklynbridgepark.org.

Pop-Up Audubon I & II: Macy’s Fishing Clinics FREE

WHEN: July 1-31, Saturday-Sunday, 12-5pm WHERE: Prospect Park Audubon Center, Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue, Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Join Prospect Park Alliance educators in a series of fun, free catch-and-release fishing clinics. Participants learn about aquatic ecology, fishing safety, and will even get to collect their own bait, and then join us for a family birdwatching walk.

WANT TO GO? 718-287-3400. prospectpark.org.

Wonderful Wednesdays at the Carousel for All Children FREE

WHEN: July 11-Aug. 8, Wednesdays, 10am WHERE: Willowbrook Park, Eton Place and Richmond Avenue, Staten Island AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Meet the Greenbelt’s early childhood educators at the carousel in Willowbrook Park. Then enjoy a nature activity and learn about upcoming programs throughout the summer and fall.

WANT TO GO? 718-667-3545. sigreenbelt.org.

Free Fireworks FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 31: Fridays, 9:30pm WHERE: Coney Island Boardwalk, Boardwalk and West 10th Street, Coney Island AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy a free fireworks show at Coney Island from high atop Deno’s Wonder Wheel on the Boardwalk.

WANT TO GO? denoswonderwheel.com/fireworks.

Weekday Nature Exploration FREE

WHEN: Through Sept. 30: Thursday-Friday, 12-4pm WHERE: Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park near the Lincoln Road/Ocean Avenue entrance, Prospect Lefferts Gardens AGES: All WHAT: Join Prospect Park Alliance for free nature education programs Thursday and Friday afternoons at the Prospect Park Audubon Center.

WANT TO GO? 718-421-2021. nycgovparks.org.

Coastal Cleanup

WHEN: Through Oct. 3: see website for dates, 10am-12pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 1, Old Fulton Street, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Coastal Cleanup volunteers give back to the community by helping us remove hundreds of pounds of trash from Pier 1 salt marshes and beaches. Volunteers 16 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian.

WANT TO GO? 718-683-5600. brooklynbridgepark.org.

Governors Island Open Season

WHEN: Through Oct. 31: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-7pm WHERE: Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: It’s time once again to hop on the ferry to Governors Island to enjoy beautifully lush landscapes and a calendar full of concerts and free programming.

WANT TO GO? $3; free for children younger than 13; free for all passengers Saturday-Sunday until 11:30am. 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

ANIMAL LOVERS Penguin Visit

WHEN: Sunday, July 8, 12-2pm WHERE: Staten Island Zoo, 614 Broadway, Staten Island AGES: All WHAT: Waddle into the world of penguin biology, geography, care, feeding, and conservation as the zoo hosts a visit from Jenkinson’s Aquarium.

Scheduled keeper talks at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm will highlight the many different species of flightless birds at the zoo.

WANT TO GO? $10; $6 children ages 3-14; free for children younger than 3. 718-442-3101. statenislandzoo.org.

The Buzz about Bees FREE

WHEN: Friday, July 27, 1pm WHERE: Greenbelt Nature Center, 700 Rockland Ave., Staten Island AGES: 5-17 WHAT: A local beekeeper and educator from Beezy Bees Honey will present a slideshow on various hives he maintains throughout Staten Island and New Jersey, show a demonstration hive and beekeeping equipment, and teach about different types of pollinators and how you can attract them to your yard.

WANT TO GO? 718-351-3450. sigreenbelt.org.

Sky Kings Raptor Show

WHEN: Saturday, July 28, 12-2pm WHERE: Staten Island Zoo, 614 Broadway, Staten Island AGES: All WHAT: Learn the natural history of incredible birds of prey, including hawks, owls, falcons, vultures, and other raptors, along with their unique traits and natural abilities. Presentations will be held at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm.

WANT TO GO? $10; $6 children ages 3-14; free for children younger than 3. 718-442-3101. statenislandzoo.org.

Moth Night

WHEN: Saturday, July 28, 8:30-10pm WHERE: Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island AGES: All WHAT: Revel in the beauty and learn about the life cycles and habitats of moths. Featured activities include looking closely at museum specimens, face painting, shadow dancing, art activities, and a night hike through Snug Harbor. Bring flashlights for the night hike.

WANT TO GO? $10; free for children younger than 12. 718-273-2060. snug-harbor.org.

Dragonflies of High Rock Park FREE

WHEN: Sunday, July 29, 11am WHERE: High Rock Park, meet in the parking lot located at the end of Nevada Avenue, Staten Island AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Get to know these colorful marvels of the summer skies. Look for dragonflies that call the Greenbelt home on a hike around High Rock’s ponds. Registration required.

WANT TO GO? 718-217-4685. sigreenbelt.org.

Can You Run the Zoo?

WHEN: July 1-31, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-5pm WHERE: Prospect Park Zoo, 450 Flatbush Ave., Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: National Zoo Keeper Week is in July, so it’s a perfect opportunity to meet some of our keepers and learn about their jobs. Find out what it takes to care for hundreds of animals at the zoo.

WANT TO GO? $8; $5 children ages 3-5; free for children younger than 2. 718-399-7339. prospectparkzoo.com.

NYC Audubon Summer Residence FREE

WHEN: Through Oct. 28: Saturday-Sunday, 12-5pm WHERE: Governors Island, Ferries leave from Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: This year’s nature center will feature displays on conservation, a children’s room with books and activities, bird-inspired artwork, and a studio space showcasing artists creating work inspired by Governors Island and its variety of avian residents. Guests can borrow binoculars and participate in one of the free guided bird walks.

WANT TO GO? 212-440-2200. govisland.com.

Live Animal Adventure

WHEN: July 2-Dec. 31, Saturday-Sunday, 4:15pm WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: All WHAT: Join a museum educator for this popular live animal show. Learn about and touch an animal from the museum’s living collection.

WANT TO GO? $11. 718-224-5863. brooklynkids.org. ››

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SMARTY PANTS Gamers Welcome!

WHEN: July 7-15, Saturdays, 1:30-2:15pm WHERE: New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Join new friends to play a variety of board games in the unique setting of our vintage subway cars. Games will include classic games and new favorites picked by the Brooklyn Strategist.

WANT TO GO? $10; $5 seniors and children ages 2-17. 718-694-1600. nytransitmuseum.org.

Con Edison Family Science Night – Density, Buoyancy, and Boat Building FREE

ONCE UPON A TIME Babies and Books FREE

WHEN: July 5-26, Thursdays, 10-10:30am WHERE: Greenpoint YMCA, 99 Meserole Ave., Greenpoint AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: It’s never too early to introduce your baby to books. Hear delightful stories, learn fun songs and rhymes, play with toys, and meet other families and caregivers in your neighborhood.

WANT TO GO? 718-389-3700. ymcanyc.org/greenpoint.

Story and Play FREE

WHEN: July 1-31, Monday-Tuesday and Saturday, 10-11am WHERE: Brooklyn Public Library - Central Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Heights AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Hear stories, play with toys, and make new friends at this fun and informal program.

WANT TO GO? 718-230-2100. bklynlibrary.org.

Summer Reading Storytime FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 8: Wednesdays, 10:30am WHERE: Granite Terrace at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 3, Furman Street, Brooklyn Heights AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Join The Brooklyn Public Library for a rollicking good time listening to stories, singing songs, and enjoying the breeze from the water.

WANT TO GO? 718-624-4719. nycgovparks.org.

Saturday Author Story Time FREE

WHEN: Year-round: Saturdays, 11:30am and 1:30pm WHERE: Greenlight Bookstore, 686 Fulton St., Fort Greene AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Authors and illustrators of picture books often visit on Saturdays to read from their new books, and neighborhood performers or the Greenlight staff sometimes read as well. Saturday Story Time is geared toward kids who are old enough to enjoy listening to a story, asking questions, and working on crafts.

WANT TO GO? 718-246-0200. greenlightbookstore.com.

Drag Queen Story Hour

WHEN: Year-round: Saturdays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: All WHAT: Join this interactive art and storytime program that celebrates the uniqueness of all kids and families every second Saturday of the month.

WANT TO GO? $11. 718-224-5863. brooklynkids.org.

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WHEN: Wednesday, July 18, 6:30pm WHERE: Greenbelt Nature Center, 700 Rockland Ave., Staten Island AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Make a lava lamp, a Cartesian diver, and build boats from various materials, then participate in a Greenbelt regatta (weather permitting).

Bring or wear water shoes and clothing suitable for an occasional splash.

WANT TO GO? 718-351-3450. sigreenbelt.org.

Transit Gaming Workshop

WHEN: July 21-29, Saturday-Sunday, 1:30-2:15pm WHERE: New York Transit Museum, 99 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn Heights AGES: 5 and older WHAT: Build all of the parts you need for a board game inspired by New York City transportation.

WANT TO GO? $10; $5 seniors and children ages 2-17. 718-694-1600. nytransitmuseum.org.

History and Mysteries of Snug Harbor

WHEN: Through Sept. 22: Saturdays, 11am-12:30pm WHERE: Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island AGES: All WHAT: The History and Mysteries of Snug Harbor tour brings you through an 83-acre site and reveals the history of this 19th-century campus alongside tales of strange occurrences and mysteries of the grounds every other Saturday.

WANT TO GO? $10. 718-273-2060. snug-harbor.org.

Waterfront Exhibition

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Tuesday-Thursday, 11am-6pm; Friday-Saturday, 11am-8pm; Sunday, 11am-6pm WHERE: Brooklyn Historical Society Dumbo, 55 Water St., Dumbo AGES: All WHAT: Waterfront is an exhibition and multimedia experience for all ages that brings to life the vibrant history of Brooklyn’s coastline through stories of workers, artists, industries, activists, families, neighborhoods, and ecosystems.

WANT TO GO? $10; $6 seniors and teachers; free for members and students of all ages. 917-775-4636. brooklynhistory.org/dumbo.

Holding History

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Sundays, 11am WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Children will learn about the history of artifacts from the museum’s collection through this tactical investigation and by relating them to their own lives.

WANT TO GO? $11. 718-735-4400. brooklynkids.org.

Escher: The Exhibition and Experience

WHEN: Through Feb. 3, 2019: Monday-Wednesday and Friday-Sunday, 10am-7pm; Thursday, 10am-9pm WHERE: Industry City, 34 34th St., Building 6, Sunset Park AGES: All WHAT: Experience the mind-bending work of graphic illustrator M.C. Escher in this exhibition featuring more than 200 original works. Exploring the intersection between art, mathematics, science, and poetry, Escher’s works have fascinated and astounded generations of artists, architects, mathematicians, musicians, and designers alike.

WANT TO GO? $20; $13 children ages 12-17; $6 children ages 5-11. eschernyc.com.

Friday/Saturday Drop-In

WHEN: Year-round: Friday-Saturday, 6:30-9:30pm WHERE: Brooklyn Game Lab, 310 7th Ave., Park Slope AGES: 9 and older WHAT: Drop in for Dungeons and Dragons and other complex role-playing games that your kids and teenagers will love.

WANT TO GO? $48. 718-788-1122. brooklyngamelab.com.

ON SCREEN Movies Under the Stars: ‘The Lion King’ FREE

WHEN: Thursday, July 12, 8:30-10pm WHERE: Brevoort Playground, 263 Ralph Ave., Bedford-Stuyvesant AGES: All WHAT: This beloved animated Disney classic follows the adventures of Simba, a lion cub crown prince, who is tricked by his treacherous uncle into thinking he caused his father’s death and flees into exile in despair, only to learn in adulthood his identity and his responsibilities.

WANT TO GO? 718-965-8942. nycgovparks.org.

‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ FREE

WHEN: Thursday, July 19, 6pm WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 1, Old Fulton Street, Brooklyn Heights AGES: All WHAT: Bring the whole family for a night of music, followed by a screening of the short film Magestic Wilderness! Then at sundown, watch Kung Fu Panda 2, and enjoy food and drinks from Smorgasburg.

WANT TO GO? 718-683-5600. brooklynbridgepark.org/events.

A Summer Movie Under The Stars: ‘Alice in Wonderland’ FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, July 25, 6pm WHERE: Prospect Park Long Meadow, Grand Army Plaza entrance, Park Slope AGES: All WHAT: Young Alice stumbles into Wonderland and meets a cast of characters in her quest to get home. Morricone Youth provides some prefilm psychedelic tunes beginning at 7pm.

WANT TO GO? 718-965-8951. prospectpark.org.

Regal Summer Movie Express

WHEN: July 1-Aug. 31, Tuesday-Wednesday, see website for times WHERE: UA Sheepshead Bay Stadium 14, 3907 Shore Parkway, Sheepshead Bay AGES: All WHAT: Watch family-friendly movies for just $1, including Despicable Me, Storks, Iron Giant, and The Lego Movie.

WANT TO GO? $1. 844-462-7342. regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express.

SPECIAL NEEDS

TDF Autism Friendly Performance: ‘SpongeBob SquarePants the Broadway Musical’

WHEN: Sunday, July 15, 1pm WHERE: Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway, Midtown, Manhattan AGES: All WHAT: A sensory-friendly performance based on the beloved cartoon and featuring original songs from some of the biggest names in music. This unique show reminds us that the power of optimism can save the world.

WANT TO GO? $25.50 and up. 212-912-9770. tdf.org/spongebob.

Sensory Room Family Hours

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Thursday and Saturday-Sunday, 2-4:45pm WHERE: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights AGES: All WHAT: In this inclusive space, children of all abilities can explore their senses. The Sensory Room is a welcoming environment for children on the autism spectrum.

WANT TO GO? $9; $1 for children 1 and younger. 718-224-5863. brooklynkids.org.

BROWSE & BUY

Smorgasburg

WHEN: Through Oct. 7: Sundays, 11am-6pm WHERE: Prospect Park, Breeze Hill, Ocean and Parkside avenues, Prospect Lefferts Garden AGES: All WHAT: Every Sunday from April through October, head to Breeze Hill in Prospect Park to take in some sun and enjoy food from more than 100 local vendors.

WANT TO GO? Free admission. 718-928-6603. smorgasburg.com.

Farmer’s Market FREE

WHEN: Through Nov. 3: Saturdays, 11am-3pm WHERE: Wyckoff House Museum, 5816 Clarendon Road, East Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Join the Wyckoff farm team as we share our harvest with the community. Stop by and grab your veggies, fruits, herbs, seeds, and local crafts at affordable prices.

WANT TO GO? 718-629-5400. wyckoffmuseum.org.

Farmer’s Market FREE

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Saturdays, 8am-4pm WHERE: Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park West and Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope AGES: All WHAT: Grand Army Plaza is Greenmarket’s flagship Brooklyn market, and the second largest market in the program behind Union Square.

View an array of farm fresh products and participate in the programming and cooking demonstrations that take place every Saturday.

WANT TO GO? 718-965-8945. prospectpark.org. ›› BrooklynParent 33

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MUSICIANS Brooklyn Traditional Slow Jam

WHEN: Wednesday, July 4, 7-9pm WHERE: The Old Stone House’s Washington Square Park, 336 3rd St., Park Slope AGES: All WHAT: Participate in this acoustic slow jam meet-up featuring music from various traditions. Bring an acoustic instrument and sheet music if you need it.

WANT TO GO? $5. 718-768-3195. theoldstonehouse.org.

FAB Friday Kids’ Concerts FREE

WHEN: Through July 13: Fridays, 10-11am WHERE: Crispus Attucks Playground, 1030 Fulton St., Clinton Hill AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Kids can participate in this interactive, educational concert series.

WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

Music in the Grove: Kids Concerts FREE

WHEN: July 11-Aug. 8, Wednesdays, 10-11am; Sundays, 11am-12pm WHERE: Fort Greene Park, Washington Park Street, Fort Greene AGES: All WHAT: Fort Greene’s popular kids concert series returns for its seventh season with hour-long performances perfect for children of all ages.

WANT TO GO? 212-639-9675. fortgreenepark.org.

Music in Motion FREE

WHEN: Through Aug. 25: Saturdays, 4pm WHERE: Bargemusic, Fulton Ferry Landing, Dumbo AGES: All WHAT: Bargemusic presents Music in Motion, a family concert series that includes an hour-long performance and a Q-and-A session with the musicians.

WANT TO GO? bargemusic.org.

Live at the Archway FREE

WHEN: Through Sept. 20: Thursdays, 6-8pm WHERE: Archway Under the Manhattan Bridge, Water Street between Adams Street and Anchorage Place, Dumbo AGES: All WHAT: Dumbo’s signature series, featuring dynamic musical performances, a pop-up gallery, and interactive art experience.

WANT TO GO? 718-237-8700. dumbo.is.

Lavender Blues Music & Movement

WHEN: Through Dec. 31: Thursdays, 10:45-11:45am WHERE: Spark by Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 1 John St., Dumbo AGES: 3-5 WHAT: Kids develop an understanding of rhythm and music, build awareness and control of their body, and develop social and coordination skills.

WANT TO GO? $33. 718-852-2470. brooklynkids.org/spark.

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HOLIDAY FUN The 2018 Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, July 4, 10am WHERE: Nathan’s Famous Restaurant, 1310 Surf Ave., Coney Island AGES: All WHAT: Nathan’s iconic and all-American hot dog-eating contest returns this Fourth of July, featuring returning champions Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo, and plenty of hungry rivals eager to steal the title of hot dog champ.

WANT TO GO? 718-333-2202. nathansfamous.com.

42nd Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, July 4, 9:25pm WHERE: East River, Midtown to Lower Manhattan, Manhattan AGES: All WHAT: This year’s pyrotechnic spectacle will mark Macy’s Fireworks largest display since the Millennial Celebration with more than 75,000 shells and effects launched from seven barges positioned in midtown on the East River, accompanied by a rousing patriotic score from the West Point Band and Glee Club and featuring a special rendition of “God Bless America” from Kelly Clarkson.

WANT TO GO? 212-494-4495. macys.com/fireworks.

Independence Day in Prospect Park FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, July 4, 12-5pm WHERE: Prospect Park Audubon Center, Lincoln Road and Ocean Avenue, Flatbush AGES: All WHAT: Join Prospect Park Alliance on Independence Day for special family programming at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, 1912 Carousel, and Lefferts Historic House. Festivities include an Independence Day nature exploration, animal encounter, and later, a celebration of two Independence Days: America’s independence from England in 1776 and the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in New York in 1827.

WANT TO GO? 718-287-3400. prospectpark.org.

Coming up next month: AUG. 4: To the Rockaways by Rail! at New York Transit Museum, Brooklyn Heights AUG. 8: A Summer Movie Under the Stars: ‘Space Jam’ at Long Meadow North, Prospect Park AUG. 31: Brooklyn Unicycle Day from the Brooklyn Bridge to Coney Island

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Proudly serving Westchester, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx 516-577-0000; 718-971-5862 clowns.com At Clowns.com, our goal is to create an unforgettable and memorable party experience for you and your family. We provide the highest quality children’s entertainment and rental services in the industry. If you’re looking for a professional, dependable, and enthusiastic team, you’ve come to the right place! We are a family-owned and -operated entertainment company, offering a wide range of party and entertainment services including clowns, inflatable bounce houses, characters, magicians, princesses, magic shows, face painting, and party concession rentals.

BIRTHDAY PARTY PLACES BounceU

6722 Fort Hamilton Parkway, 2nd Floor, (entrance on 67th Street and 9th Avenue), Dyker Heights 347-450-JUMP (5867) bounceu.com/brooklyn-ny BounceU is the ultimate party and play experience. BounceU is an indoor recreational facility with large inflatable play equipment in a 30,000-square-foot space. BounceU hosts private birthday parties, athletic team parties, church youth group functions, field trips, and even corporate events. Parties at BounceU are safe and secure, held in our clean and comfortable indoor stadium. Relax! Enjoy! Be our guest! We coordinate, set up, facilitate, clean up, and pack up. For once, spend the party with the guest of honor, and make memories that really last a lifetime.

Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex

West 23rd Street and Hudson River Park, Manhattan Field House Registration Desk: 212-336-6500 x6520 chelseapiers.com/youth Why cross the bridge for your next birthday party? Because Chelsea Piers parties are action-packed, entertaining, and hassle-free, with more sports, activities, and fun than any other party venue in NYC! The Field House offers gymnastics, rock climbing, soccer, and ninja warrior. Hit the ice at Sky Rink for ice-skating or hockey-themed parties. Junior golfers can hit the range for a party at the Golf Club or hit the pins with a bowling celebration at Bowlmor. All parties customizable. Choose from packages that include pizza, beverages, cake, favors, and catering.

Fairytale Island

7110-3rd Ave. 646-667-9096 facebook.com/fairytaleislandplayground icecream124@hotmail.com

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Playing is one of the best ways for children to learn and grow. It is our mission at Fairytale Island to help broaden and enrich the educational, social opportunities for our children age 10 and younger. Fairytale Island provides a high quality, safe, and amazing indoor space for hosting birthday parties. This environment will also encourage social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical skill development. “Precious moments at Fairytale Island.”

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Pier 86, West 46th Street and 12th Avenue, Manhattan 646-381-5010 intrepidmuseum.org groupsales@intrepidmuseum.org Celebrate your child’s birthday with a one-ofa-kind party! The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will captivate groups of all ages and interests. Choose from exciting themes, value packages, and customization options to create a birthday adventure they’ll remember forever.

Packages start at $30 per person. Experience life aboard an aircraft carrier during Operation Slumber! Enjoy after-hours access to the ship and the Space Shuttle Pavilion as well as tours and activities. It’s ideal for scouts, students, and campers ages 6-17.

Kids ‘N Action

1149 McDonald Ave. 718-377-1818 kidsnaction.com steven@kidsnaction.com Fun and thrills are what your kids will have at Kids ‘N Action. Kids never get bored enjoying our thrilling indoor roller coaster, amusing winding train, exciting go-karts, and action-filled arcade games. Younger children enjoy a unique soft play structure and a toddler section. Our birthday party packages include personal hostess, private party room, pizza, drinks, coffee for the adults, personalized birthday cake, unlimited soft play, and rides. For more information, please call or visit our website.

Max Adventures Party Center

2378 Flatbush Ave. 718-676-9577 maxadventuresny.com maxadventuresny@gmail.com We are unique, we are big, and we are private.

Our mission is to provide fun for our guests in a safe environment in our brand-new, beautiful, two-floor, 7,000-square-foot facility. We are unlike any other party place or entertainment venue. When the lights are off and the special effects are turned on, the whole place will glow. Our 1,000-square-foot private party room can accommodate a large number of children and adults. Max Adventures is a private party facility with reasonable pricing and unique attractions.

Rab’s Country Lanes

1600 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island 718-979-1600 bowlatrabs.com Named the Best Spot for Children’s Birthday Parties by the Staten Island Advance, Rab’s prides itself on providing a great destination to celebrate. Rab’s throws the best party in town making it easy on parents, exciting for the birthday child, and a blast for guests! Best of all, Rab’s does all the work! Parties aren’t just for kids! Remember how much fun you had bowling as a kid? Why not have a ball celebrating that special occasion at Rab’s? Perfect for milestone birthdays, company gatherings, anniversaries, engagements, graduations, and reunions!

Ume Ume Music + Arts

319 4th Ave., between 2nd and 3rd streets, Park Slope 718-768-0800 umeumearts.com info@umeumearts.com Is your child’s upcoming birthday quickly approaching? Ume Ume Music + Arts is your premier Park Slope birthday party destination!

In our pristine, modern, and inviting studio, let us do the legwork, as you relax and enjoy an Ume Ume birthday party with all of your friends and family. Many customizable options are available for a fun and exciting music, dance, or art-themed celebration. We look forward to making your child’s special day the best one yet! Contact us at info@umeumearts.com or 718-768-0800 for information on packages and availability.

Wheel Fun Rentals - Marine Park

Avenue U and East 33rd Street, Marine Park 917-533-6196 LeFrak Center at Lakeside, 171 East Drive, Prospect Park 718-462-0010 9000 Bay Parkway, Bensonhurst Park 805-650-7770 Flushing Meadows Corona Park at David Dinkins Circle Meridian Road, Queens 929-343-2366 Flushing Meadows Corona Park at North Meadow Lake Meadow Lake Road West, Queens 917-231-5519 wheelfunrentals.com Wheel Fun Rentals is the perfect place for birthday parties! Kids and adults can explore the area on one of our specialty bikes, or go on a Surrey Scavenger Hunt where teams can compete to solve riddles. There’s no better way get active and enjoy the summer weather!

Visit us in Queens at Flushing Meadows North Meadow Lake, and David Dinkins’ Circle or Brooklyn’s Marine Park, Bensonhurst Park, or Lakeside Prospect Park. Call today to book your event: 805-650-7770.

Summer Camps DAY CAMPS CBE KIDS CAMP Elementary and Travel camps

274 Garfield Place, Park Slope 718-768-3814 cbebk.org/camp bfinkelstein@cbebk.org CBE Kids Camps offer campers a summer of new experiences! The Elementary Division (ages 4½9) includes swimming, sports, music, gymnastics, arts and crafts, nature, and circus arts. Movin’ On, CBE’s Travel Camp, uses the Temple House as a base for daily trips in and around Manhattan, two overnights, electives, and special events.

Ha’Geemnasia, CBE KIDS Hebrew Camp, offers native Hebrew-speaking counselors. Hebrew is integrated into the daily activities such as swim, sports, art, cooking, and dance. Transportation is available.

The Learnatory

St. Francis College, 180 Remsen St. 347-787-0435 thelearnatory.org dthompson@thelearnatory.org The Learnatory Summer Camp is the fast track to developing kids for 21st-century success!

Academic growth, personal development, and professional preparation are all rolled in to one fun-filled summer of excitement at The Learnatory! From math to music, reading to robotics, summertime becomes a memorable experience for kids ages 7-17 as they do new things, make new friends, and keep their minds sharp. Your child could kick-start a pathway to success with more than 30 innovative courses that are so much fun, they won’t even notice they’re learning!

Little Hands & Feet

1270 Bay Ridge Parkway 718-680-KIDS (5437) littlehandsandfeetdaycare.com Little Hands & Feet was founded by Aneshah, who has been certified in child care for 20 years. Our goal is to provide a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment while focusing on educational and social development. We believe each child is special and unique. Our staff is dedicated, qualified, and trained. At Little Hands & Feet be assured it is a home-away-from-home, and your child will have the best care available.

Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:30pm. Pre-K for all 8:30am-2:50pm (early care and after care available for enrolled students).

Mill Basin Day Camp

5945 Strickland Ave. 718-251-6200 millbasindaycamp.com Summers are times to spend with friends, make memories, and share experiences that last a lifetime. MBDC is dedicated to providing exciting and fulfilling camp experiences for children through fun, recreational, and safe activities.

Our modern, air-conditioned, and private facility offers a wide range of activities for children entering pre-K through ninth grade. There are five individual camps, each with unique and

innovative programming. Bring the family for a personal tour of the facility and discussion of the camp program.

Oasis in Brooklyn Bridge Park

St. Francis College, 182 Remsen St. 646-519-5059. oasischildren.com Oasis Camp offers programs for children ages 3 through sixth grade! With facilities in Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey, Oasis features mature staff with low camper-to-staff ratio and a warm environment where kids participate in activities tailored to their interests. The Early Start camp for kids ages 3 to kindergarten offers sports, daily Red Cross swim, arts, dance, theater, and a Ready for September enrichment program. The Traditional Camp (first-sixth grades) provides campers with sports, crafts, theater, dance, and Red Cross Swim. Teen Travel has daily trips, team building, and overnights.

The Park Slope Day Camp

Ronny Schindler, executive director 718-788-7732 parkslopedaycamp.com For 27 years, Park Slope Day Camp has been providing Brooklyn families with a safe, nurturing, and unique day camp experience. Located in Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Carroll Gardens, and Bay Ridge, we offer a wide variety of activities and options including traditional, circus, soccer, and travel camps. Flexible and accommodating schedules for parents; professional management; enthusiastic, caring, and well-trained staff; air-conditioned buses; transportation to and from camp in most Brooklyn locations; accredited by American Camp Association. Be part of the spirit that has kept us growing for 27 years!

Smart Start Early Learning Center

8411 Fort Hamilton Parkway 718-921-1868 smartstart@verizon.net Summer Fun at Smart Start is an extension of our preschool program with the addition of water play and fun outdoor activities. Enrollment options include our regular school day program (8:30am-3pm), our full-time program (7am6:30pm), and a five-week, part-time (9am-12pm) summer program. Your child’s day will be filled with fun and learning. Activities include art, music, and movement, outdoor playtime, and center time. Smart Start Early Childhood Center Inc. is licensed for children ages 2-5. Call 718-9211868 for further information or check us out on the web at smartstartecc.com.

Treasure Island

347 74th St. (corner of 4th Avenue and 74th Street) 718-238-7676 silbekidz@aol.com Treasure Island provides each camper with a nurturing, supportive, intellectually stimulating environment that promotes learning and exploration; builds self-esteem and self-confidence; empowers

each child; promotes socialization, kindness, and empathy; builds upon the diversity of our campers; and encourages campers to be independent and unique individuals. Campers explore exciting themes and enjoy enrichment experiences such as Kindermusik, cultural dance program, and the creative movement program “Jump for Joy.” Outdoor water play is an essential part of the camp experience. Maria Nogueria, director.

Urban Explorers Day Camp

38-32 Flatlands Ave. 718-951-9732 urbanexplorers.nyc admin@urbanexplorers.nyc Urban Explorers has more than 40 years of experience providing fun-filled, educationally sound programs geared toward a child’s learning and socialization. Each day provides new and exciting activities, each week new and exciting trips.

Research shows that program diversity naturally enhances a child’s curiosity and innate ability to learn. This leads to our belief that the more children explore, the faster they discover themselves.

If you live anywhere in Brooklyn, the Rockaways, or near the Brooklyn-Queens border, we will gladly provide free door-to-door transportation.

SPECIALTY CAMPS Brooklyn College Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts

234 Roosevelt Hall, 2900 Bedford Ave. 718-951-4111 bcprepcenter.org For 40 years, The Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College has offered private and group classes in music (piano, winds, percussion, brass, and traditional and Suzuki strings), theater (audition prep, acting, and musical theater), and dance (from ballet to hip-hop and beyond) for children and teens of all levels. Prep Center’s Teen Division also includes Live-Action Filmmaking and Beat-Making classes, focusing on newest technologies in film and composition! Our professional teachers, well-known experts in their fields, encourage students’ growth at all levels. Enroll today—registration is underway for summer.

Leif Ericson Day School Leif Ericson Day School’s Summer Creative Arts & Music Program (SCAMP)

1037 72nd St. 718-748-9023 Christine Hauge, principal ledsny.org Leif Ericson Day School’s Summer Creative Arts and Music Program begins its 21st year of fun this June through early August. Children in pre-K to seventh grade enjoy computers, art, music, movement, and drama. Professional, caring staff and junior counselors are enthusiastic and attentive. Limited group size allows for a more fulfilling experience. All activities are onsite. Two snacks provided daily. SCAMP hours are 9am-3pm with “Early Bird” care (8am) and “Late Bird” care (5pm) for additional fees.

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Education DAY CARE & CHILD CARE Changing Tomorrow Academy

257 Gold St. 205-701-3333 changingtomorrowacademy.com info@changingtomorrowacademy.com We offer a Montessori-based, developmental program for children ages 3 months to 5 years.

We believe in carefully prepared environments that support and nurture the individual needs of each child. Our director is trained by the center for Montessori Education NY, a recognized leader in Montessori education worldwide.

Our teachers are Montessori-trained and use authentic Montessori materials, while being supported by the Montessori-trained educational director. Montessori-based curriculum, strict safety policies, extended hours and schedule flexibility, qualified and experienced teachers, custom-catered organic meals, CPR-trained staff, and a full-time registered nurse.

PRESCHOOLS Changing Tomorrow Academy

257 Gold St. 205-701-3333 changingtomorrowacademy.com info@changingtomorrowacademy.com We offer a Montessori-based, developmental program for children ages 3 months to 5 years.

We believe in carefully prepared environments that support and nurture the individual needs of each child. Our director is trained by the center for Montessori Education NY, a recognized leader in Montessori education worldwide.

Our teachers are Montessori-trained and use authentic Montessori materials, while being supported by the Montessori-trained educational director. Montessori-based curriculum, strict safety policies, extended hours and schedule flexibility, qualified and experienced teachers, custom-catered organic meals, CPR-trained staff, and a full-time registered nurse.

Little Hands & Feet

1270 Bay Ridge Parkway 718-680-KIDS (5437) littlehandsandfeetdaycare.com Little Hands & Feet was founded by Aneshah, who has been certified in child care for 20 years. Our goal is to provide a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment while focusing on educational and social development. We believe each child is special and unique. Our staff is dedicated, qualified, and trained. At Little Hands & Feet be assured it is a home-away-from-home, and your child will have the best care available.

Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:30pm. Pre-K for all 8:30am-2:50pm (early care and after care available for enrolled students).

Smart Start Early Learning Center

8411 Fort Hamilton Parkway 718-921-1868 smartstart@verizon.net While providing a safe, warm, and nurturing environment, our staff addresses the social,

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emotional, and physical needs of children.

Through thematic units, arts and crafts, and dramatic play, the “whole” child will flourish.

Full- and part-time classes for ages 2-3, and free universal pre-K for age 4, with extendedday option. Open year-round; summer program available.

Treasure Island

347 74th St. (corner of 4th Avenue and 74th Street) 718-238-7676 silbekidz@aol.com Every child deserves a champion who connects with them and helps them to become the best they can be. At Treasure Island, you will find that our staff members are champions for all children; helping each child to become a confident, motivated, engaged learner. The program promotes social competencies, active thinking, problem-solving skills, and an awareness of the diversity in our world, building a foundation of respect for differences. We serve children ages 2½-4. Hours are 7:15am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

Meals included. Music and Zumba, and UPK are available. Maria Nogueira, director.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Changing Tomorrow Academy

257 Gold St. 205-701-3333 changingtomorrowacademy.com info@changingtomorrowacademy.com We offer a Montessori-based, developmental program for children ages 3 months to 5 years.

We believe in carefully prepared environments that support and nurture the individual needs of each child. Our director is trained by the center for Montessori Education NY, a recognized leader in Montessori education worldwide. Our teachers are Montessoritrained and use authentic Montessori materials, while being supported by the Montessoritrained educational director. Montessori-based curriculum, strict safety policies, extended hours and schedule flexibility, qualified and experienced teachers, custom-catered organic meals, CPR-trained staff, and a full-time registered nurse.

Leif Ericson Day School

1037 72nd St. 718-748-9023 Christine Hauge, principal ledsny.org Leif Ericson Day School celebrates more than 50 years as a Christian school for children in nursery-eighth grade. Small class sizes and stateapproved curriculum (but no state tests) are enhanced by multi-faceted music performance classes and a state-of-the-art computer technology program. Professional, nurturing faculty and staff, and a safe, caring environment are offered. Graduates go on to the finest high schools. Counseling, DOE services, door-todoor bus service, and morning and afternoon extended hours are provided. Personal tours always available.

TUTORS & TEST PREP Brienza’s Academic Advantage Inc.

8696 18th Ave., and 1902 Ave. T 718-232-0114 brienzas.com Brienza’s Academic Advantage offers a wide variety of academic programs for students attending kindergarten through 12th grade. We specialize in reading and math tutoring along with TACHS, SHSAT, Regents, and SAT and ACT preparation. Our programs provide students with the opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge, enabling them to reach their full potential and gain motivation and confidence.

Programs offered are tutoring in all subjects, test preparation courses, Mandated Summer School programs, and SETSS (P-4) services to qualified students. Call our office to speak to one of our educational specialists.

Eye Level Brooklyn

Eye Level Sheepshead Bay 1605 Voorhees Ave. 718-891-5437, Veronica Verdino Eye Level Park Slope 150 4th Ave. 718-260-8100, Daisy Farrugia myeyelevel.com Many parents today are facing educational challenges and looking for answers to help their children succeed academically. Whether the immediate goal is for early learning, remedial education, or academic advancement, Eye Level is the answer. Eye Level offers math and English programs for ages 3-14. Our instructors tailor a curriculum by understanding the learning abilities of the student. With ongoing guidance, each student will set attainable goals and learn at a comfortable pace. With each success, the student grows more self-confident, self-motivated, and self-directed in the quest for knowledge.

Huntington Learning Center

808 Union St., Park Slope 718-230-4600 huntingtonhelps.com Huntington is the leader in kindergarten to 12th grade tutoring and test prep. Our certified tutors provide children with individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences.

We also help prep students for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams.

Huntington’s proven programs help children develop the skills, confidence, and motivation needed for academic success. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn more about our mission at huntingtonhelps.com.

SCIENTIA TUTORING

Servicing Brooklyn and Manhattan scientia.brooklyn@gmail.com Experienced, understanding, compassionate, independent school teachers offer support for Spanish, Latin, French, English, essays, literature, physics, biology, chemistry, algebra, and geometry—all levels.

Sports FITNESS April’s Dance-N-Feet

9409 and 9411 Avenue L 718-272-1813 4626 Flatlands Ave. 718-692-4809 aprilsdancingfeet.com Our classes are for ages 2 through adult. We teach ballet, tap, hip-hop, jazz, pointe, gymnastics, majorette, Caribbean, African, boys’ classes, adult classes, lyrical, praise dance, karate, private lessons, and competition classes. Call or stop into one of our three convenient Brooklyn locations for more information. We offer a sixweek Saturday summer classes held at our Avenue L location.

Brooklyn Fencing Center

600 Degraw St., Boerum Hill 718-522-5822 brooklynfencing.com info@brooklynfencing.com Fencing is a unique sport that challenges you mentally and physically in a way that few pastimes can. It’s a great fit for kids who aren’t thrilled by team sports, letting you shine on your own merits while still making new friends and getting a great workout.

Camp Maritime

3000 Emmons Ave., Sheepshead Bay 718-332-4859 campmaritime.com Camp Maritime provides an exciting, academic, youth development and leadership program, blending nautical activities, science, and wellness!

Taught in small groups by U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captains and certified lifeguards and educators. Camp runs Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm, June 25-Aug. 31. Water activities include sailing, boating, windsurfing, kite boarding, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, scuba diving, surfing, snorkeling, and fishing. On the final week, campers plan extended voyages—reading tide schedules, commanding the navigation, managing sail trim, and steering the course. Ten-, five-, or two-week programs and door-to-door pickup service available.

CBE KIDS CAMP Elementary and Travel camps

274 Garfield Place, Park Slope 718-768-3814 cbebk.org/camp bfinkelstein@cbebk.org CBE Kids Camps offer campers a summer of new experiences! The Elementary Division (ages 4½-9) includes swimming, sports, music, gymnastics, arts and crafts, nature, and circus arts.

Movin’ On, CBE’s Travel Camp, uses the Temple House as a base for daily trips in and around Manhattan,

two overnights, electives, and special events. Ha’Geemnasia, CBE KIDS Hebrew Camp, offers native Hebrew speaking counselors. Hebrew is integrated into the daily activities such as swim, sports, art, cooking, and dance.

Transportation is available.

Dutch Total Soccer - Aviator Sports

3159 Flatbush Ave. 718-758-7500 facebook.com/dtsnewyork dts-ny.com Dutch Total Soccer Summer Skills Camps are offered at Aviator, Brooklyn from July 2-Aug. 10. Indoor and outdoor turf is available. Weekly sign up is possible. DTS Summer Camps offer a great balance between instructional training and games. Morning sessions consist of training and instructing players in technical aspects of the game. Afternoon sessions will be game oriented. Camps are open to boys and girls ages 5-15. Junior half-day camps for ages 5-7, regular camps for ages 8-15, and advanced camps for ages 8-15.

The Inn at East Hill Farm

460 Monadnock St., Troy, NH 800-242-6495 east-hill-farm.com info@east-hill-farm.com The Inn at East Hill Farm is an award-winning family farm vacation resort that is open year-round. Guests enjoy hands-on time with farm animals, milking the cow or goat, collecting chicken eggs, horseback riding, patting the bunnies, making butter and cheese, and helping with barn chores. Resort amenities include a children’s recreation program, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hiking, tennis, shuffleboard, basketball, water-skiing (July and August only), boating, cross-country skiing, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, sledding, and ice-skating. Rates include three home-cooked meals daily, and a bottomless cookie jar!

Mill Basin Day Camp

5945 Strickland Ave. 718-251-6200 millbasindaycamp.com Summers are times to spend with friends, make memories, and share experiences that last a lifetime.

MBDC is dedicated to providing exciting and fulfilling camp experiences for children through fun, recreational, and safe activities. Our modern, air-conditioned, and private facility offers a wide range of activities for children entering pre-K through ninth grade. There are five individual camps, each with unique and innovative programming. Bring the family for a personal tour of the facility and discussion of the camp program.

The Park Slope Day Camp

Ronny Schindler, executive director 718-788-7732 parkslopedaycamp.com For 27 years, Park Slope Day Camp has been providing Brooklyn families with a safe, nurturing, and unique day camp experience. Located in Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Carroll Gardens, and Bay Ridge, we offer a wide variety of activities and options including traditional, circus, soccer, and travel camps.

Flexible and accommodating schedules for parents; professional management; enthusiastic, caring, and well-trained staff; air-conditioned buses; transportation to and from camp in most Brooklyn locations; accredited by American Camp Association. Be part of the spirit that has kept us growing for 27 years!

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center 3 Lafayette Ave., Fort Green 718-624-8400 mmdg.org; info@mmdg.org Founded on the principle of choreographer Mark Morris that dance should be available to everyone, The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center offers year-round, community-based dance and music programming for children,

18 months to 18 years, in a fully inclusive and nurturing environment located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District. The school’s diverse and professional faculty provides progressive and non-competitive instruction with classes accompanied by live music.

Though we are a non-recital school, there are opportunities for students to perform and for parents to see their dancers in action.

STREB SUMMER CAMP at SLAM

51 N. 1st St. 718-384-6491 streb.org Spend the summer creating and performing in your very own circus! Step right up and enter SLAM’s three-ring circus: Fly on the trapeze! Bounce on the trampoline! Walk the tightrope!

Create action moves in the splash pool!

Fly, fall, slam, slide, soar with POPACTION and your favorite action heroes!

Choose one week or all! Each week builds upon skills learned in previous weeks. Camps are open level—no previous experience required. There will be a performance every Friday of Circus Camp (ages 6-13). Camp options for ages 3-5 available as well.

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Classes ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT Brienza’s Academic Advantage Inc.

8696 18th Ave. 1902 Ave. T 718-232-0114 brienzas.com Brienza’s Academic Advantage offers a wide variety of academic programs for students attending kindergarten through 12th grade.

We specialize in reading and math tutoring along with TACHS, SHSAT, Regents, and SAT and ACT preparation. Our programs provide students with the opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge, enabling them to reach their full potential and gain motivation and confidence. Programs offered are tutoring in all subjects, test preparation courses, Mandated Summer School programs, and SETSS (P-4) services to qualified students. Call our office to speak to one of our educational specialists.

Eye Level Brooklyn

Eye Level Sheepshead Bay 1605 Voorhees Ave. 718-891-5437, Veronica Verdino Eye Level Park Slope 150 4th Ave. 718-260-8100, Daisy Farrugia myeyelevel.com Many parents today are facing educational challenges and looking for answers to help their children succeed academically.

Whether the immediate goal is for early learning, remedial education, or academic advancement, Eye Level is the answer. Eye Level offers math and English programs for ages 3-14. Our instructors tailor a curriculum by understanding the learning abilities of the student. With ongoing guidance, each student will set attainable goals and learn at a comfortable pace. With each success, the student grows more self-confident, selfmotivated, and self-directed in the quest for knowledge.

Huntington Learning Center

808 Union St., Park Slope 718-230-4600 huntingtonhelps.com Huntington is the leader in kindergarten to 12th grade tutoring and test prep. Our certified tutors provide children with individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences.

We also help prep students for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams.

Huntington’s proven programs help children develop the skills, confidence, and motivation needed for academic success. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn more about our mission at huntingtonhelps.com.

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DANCE Ailey Extension

405 W. 55th St. (at Ninth Avenue), Manhattan 212-405-9500 aileyextension.com/kids-teens sswilloughby@alvinailey.org Ailey Extension Kids & Teens programs are for young dancers ages 2-17. The Sunday Dance Series provides 45-minute to 1-hour classes in a non-competitive environment that works to spark self-esteem, confidence, and creativity within your young dancer. Techniques include Ballet, Broadway Jazz, Creative Movement, Hip-Hop, and more.

Ailey Experience NYC, gives students from around the world an opportunity to strengthen their dance skills, feel what it’s like to be an Ailey student, and spend the summer in New York City.

April’s Dance-N-Feet

9409 and 9411 Avenue L 718-272-1813 4626 Flatlands Ave. 718-692-4809 aprilsdancingfeet.com Our classes are for ages 2 through adult. We teach ballet, tap, hip-hop, jazz, pointe, gymnastics, majorette, Caribbean, African, boys’ classes, adult classes, lyrical, praise dance, karate, private lessons, and competition classes. Call or stop into one of our three convenient Brooklyn locations for more information. We offer a six-week Saturday summer class held at our Avenue L location.

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center

3 Lafayette Ave., Fort Green 718-624-8400 mmdg.org info@mmdg.org Founded on the principle of choreographer Mark Morris that dance should be available to everyone, The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center offers year-round, community-based dance and music programming for children, 18 months to 18 years, in a fully inclusive and nurturing environment located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District. The school’s diverse and professional faculty provides progressive and non-competitive instruction with classes accompanied by live music. Though we are a non-recital school, there are opportunities for students to perform and for parents to see their dancers in action.

MOMMY & ME Changing Tomorrow Academy

257 Gold St. 205-701-3333 changingtomorrowacademy.com info@changingtomorrowacademy.com We offer a Montessori-based, developmental program for children ages 3 months to 5 years.

We believe in carefully prepared environments that support and nurture the individual needs of each child. Our director is trained by the center for

Montessori Education NY, a recognized leader in Montessori education worldwide. Our teachers are Montessori trained and use authentic Montessori materials, while being supported by the Montessoritrained educational director. Montessori-based curriculum, strict safety policies, extended hours and schedule flexibility, qualified and experienced teachers, custom-catered organic meals, CPR-trained staff, and a full-time registered nurse.

Ume Ume Music + Arts

319 4th Ave., between 2nd and 3rd streets, Park Slope 718-768-0800 umeumearts.com; info@umeumearts.com Our name, “ume ume”, reflects the focus of our program and the importance of bringing everyone together (ume = you + me), as we create and learn about our world through music and the arts. Our enrichment programs implement a completely original curriculum through an arts integrated approach, introducing children to classical and modern music focusing on instruments such as the piano and violin, while learning about history’s most famous artists, musicians, and composers. Programs offered: group enrichment classes, drop-in classes (sing-alongs, openplay, and art), private lessons, and birthday parties.

MUSIC Brooklyn College Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts

234 Roosevelt Hall, 2900 Bedford Ave. 718-951-4111 bcprepcenter.org For 40 years, The Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College has offered private and group classes in music (piano, winds, percussion, brass, and traditional and Suzuki strings), theater (audition prep, acting, and musical theater), and dance (from ballet to hip-hop and beyond) for children and teens of all levels. Prep Center’s Teen Division also includes Live-Action Filmmaking and Beat-Making classes, focusing on newest technologies in film and composition! Our professional teachers, well-known experts in their fields, encourage students’ growth at all levels.

Enroll today-registration is underway for summer.

Keylab

94 Luquer St. 718-576-3514 keylab.nyc info@keylab.nyc Keylab is the new modern music school in Carroll Gardens that offers individually tailored lessons, and upbeat, fun music classes for ages 5 to adult. We teach children how to read music, play an instrument, and write and record a song. Visit keylab.nyc to see and hear our students in action, take an online tour of the studio, and learn more about what Keylab has to offer your family. Call 718-576-3514 or email info@keylab.nyc for more info. Unlock your child’s creativity and register for a class today! For more info, visit keylab.nyc.

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1600 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island 718-979-1600 bowlatrabs.com; fran@bowlatrabs.com Rab’s Country Lanes has been providing a fun, safe haven for Staten Island residents for more than 20 years. Rab’s provides a venue perfect for recreational, competitive, social play, and to celebrate that special occasion. It is more than just your neighborhood bowling alley: try Cosmic Bowling complete with a LED light show, or play the Laser Maze Challenge, where you navigate through a puzzle of lasers. Also featuring a lounge, snack bar and pizzeria, and meeting rooms.

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142 Joralemon St., 6B, Brooklyn Heights 73 8th Ave., at Union Street, Park Slope 718-395-6582 bkfamilyortho.com Brooklyn Family Orthodontics has two convenient locations in Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope. Dr. Fermanis and her team provide orthodontic care to both children and adults using a variety of methods—removable retainers, Invisalign, metal braces, clear braces, and lingual braces (braces that go behind the teeth). Our goal is to get to know our patients and understand their individual needs so that we can develop a treatment plan that fits their lifestyle and helps them achieve a beautiful smile!

Park Slope Kids Dental Care

150 4th Ave. 718-488-0200 parkslopekidsdental.com At Park Slope Kids Dental Care, children who are first seen for a friendly examination and cleaning are able to enjoy the dental experience and build a bond of trust with us. A customized dental plan that includes prevention, growth development, and possible treatment is created to fit your child’s specific dental needs. We are committed to giving children the best possible experiences at our office to help set them up for a lifetime of good oral health.

DOCTORS & MEDICAL PROVIDERS Dr. Cascya Charlot Allergy and Asthma Care of Brooklyn

10 Plaza St. E., Suite #1E 347-564-3211 311 Saint Nicholas Ave., Ridgewood 347-564-3211 brooklynallergydr.com Dr. Cascya Charlot is an award-winning, Harvard Medical School-trained physician who is board-certified in pediatric and adult allergy and immunology.

She is the chief of pediatric allergy at Methodist Hospital in Park Slope, and medical director of Allergy and Asthma Care of Brooklyn in Park Slope and Williamsburg. She evaluates patients for a wide variety of allergic conditions including asthma, eczema, food allergies, sinusitis, and environmental allergies. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades including the prestigious Patients’ Choice “Most Compassionate Doctor” award in 2012 and 2013.

Pediatric Immediate Care

698 Manhattan Ave. 718-389-PEDS (7337) 150 E. Sunrise Highway, Suite 105, North Lindenhurst 631-956-PEDS (7337) 1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown 631-864-PEDS (7337) pediatricimmediatecare.com Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-of-theart medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly, walk-ins welcome, most insurance plans accepted. Complete pediatric and adolescent care, babies, school, and sports physicals. Certified urgent care recommended by Urgent Care Association of America. Thirty years of dedication to our patients. The offices are open seven days a week, including holidays, 8am-11pm.

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Special Needs CLASSES & FUN Huntington Learning Center

808 Union St., Park Slope 718-230-4600 huntingtonhelps.com Huntington is the leader in kindergarten to 12th tutoring and test prep. Our certified tutors provide children with individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. We also help prep students for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington’s proven programs help children develop the skills, confidence, and motivation needed for academic success. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn more about our mission at huntingtonhelps.com.

MEDICAL PROVIDERS & DENTISTS Pediatric Immediate Care

698 Manhattan Ave. 718-389-PEDS (7337) 150 E. Sunrise Highway, Suite 105, North Lindenhurst 631-956-PEDS (7337) 1077 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown 631-864-PEDS (7337) pediatricimmediatecare.com Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-ofthe-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly, walk-ins welcome, most insurance plans accepted.

Complete pediatric and adolescent care, babies, school, and sports physicals.

Certified urgent care recommended by Urgent Care Association of America.

Thirty years of dedication to our patients. The offices are open seven days a week, including holidays, 8am-11pm.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Northside Center, Fort Greene Brooklyn Children and Family Services Center

44-60 Rockwell Place 347-505-5517 northsidecenter.org Northside Center is a nonprofit that provides expert behavioral, mental health, education, and enrichment programs to children and families living in poverty. Our high-quality, outcome-driven behavioral, mental health, and education services propel struggling children forward—away from the ill-effects of poverty and racism, toward a future limited only by the scope of their dreams. Northside’s programs operate out of five locations around New York City in Harlem, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Our programs fall into three main categories: mental and behavioral health, early education, and enrichment.

OHEL Children’s Home and Family Services, Elevating Lives Every Day

3611 14th Ave., Suite 550 1-800-603-OHEL (6435) ohelfamily.org access@ohelfamily.org Since 1969 OHEL has served as a dependable haven of individual and family support, helping people of all ages surmount disability, everyday challenges, heal from trauma, and manage with strength and dignity during times of crises. OHEL serves thousands in need every day in communities in New York, New Jersey, California, and worldwide. Individuals interested in the programs that OHEL offers should contact OHEL at 1-800-603-OHEL (6435). Like us on Facebook at OHEL Children’s Home and Family Services, follow us on Instagram @ohelfamily, visit us at ohelfamily.org, or email access@ohelfamily.org.

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Brooklyn Family Orthodontics Alexis K. Fermanis, D.D.S., M.S. 142 Joralemon St., 6B, Brooklyn Heights 73 8th Ave., at Union Street, Park Slope 718-395-6582 bkfamilyortho.com

Pediatric Immediate Care is a team of hearts where kids come first. State-ofthe-art medical office equipment allows us to deliver your test results during your visit. Kid-friendly; walk-ins welcome; most insurance plans accepted.

Complete pediatric and adolescent care, as well as baby, camp, school, and sports physicals. Certified urgent care recommended by Urgent Care Association of America. Thirty years of dedication to our patients. The offices are open seven days a week including holidays, 8am-11pm.

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Dr. Cascya Charlot is an award-winning, Harvard Medical School-trained physician who is board-certified in pediatric and adult allergy and immunology. She is the chief of pediatric allergy at Methodist Hospital in Park Slope, and medical director of Allergy and Asthma Care of Brooklyn in Park Slope and Williamsburg. She evaluates patients for a wide variety of allergic conditions including asthma, eczema, food allergies, sinusitis, and environmental allergies. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades including the prestigious Patients’ Choice “Most Compassionate Doctor” award in 2012 and 2013.

Dr. Alexis Fermanis is an orthodontic specialist who practiced in Brooklyn for 10 years before starting Brooklyn Family Orthodontics in 2014. She is a native New Yorker and enjoys running and traveling in her free time. Dr. Fermanis believes that a beautiful smile makes a great first impression and she is passionate about providing that to her patients. She is active in her alumni societies and local dental organizations and regularly attends continuing education classes so that she can provide the most successful results for her patients.

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SPECIAL NEEDS LITTLE OPTICS INC. 192-07 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 53-15 Roosevelt Ave., Woodside 718-468-7500 Hablamos Español littleopticsinc@yahoo.com We provide eyeglasses and professional eye care for children, including infants, and young adults. We also alleviate any self-esteem issues associated with the stigma of wearing glasses. When your child leaves Little Optics, rest assured that they will feel confident.

THERAPY & COUNSELORS MR. SPEECH PATHOLOGY 347-399-4836 mrspeechpathology.com info@mrspeechpathology.com Eugene Chuprin is a bilingual (English-Russian) speech-language pathologist conducting evaluations and providing therapy in the New York City area. His specialty is treating pediatrics with language disorders, articulation disorders, and stuttering.

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