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Education Coverage
Birthday Blowout.......................................................... 41
Back to School................................... 18
Favorite Foods Photo Contest...................................... 51
Embrace a new routine.
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The Good Days................................... 12 Make the most of every moment.
Listening Therapy............................... 14 How it could help an auditory processing disorder.
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Essential products and information for your brood.
Stop Bedwetting.................................. 10
Why you shouldn’t scream at kids playing sports.
Smart & Stylish......................... 34 Help your kids look great as they work to be head of the class.
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Favorite Foods Photo Contest...................................... 51
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Calendar of Events........................................................ 43 A comprehensive listing of your neighborhood’s classes, events, and performances.
Stop Bedwetting.................................. 10 With these helpful tips.
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Timeout................................... 16 Why you shouldn’t scream at kids playing sports.
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Accounting Teresa Pinargote Contributing Writers Neville Bamji, J. Mark Hart, Monica Holloway, Jacob Sagie, Brooke Stone, Susan Varsames Advertising Managers Deirdre Antoniello, Karen Gibofsky, Bill Scalzitti
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Letter from the Editor U This letter is being constructed in my yard, where curious catbirds, cautious cardinals, and skittish wrens have been popping by to feed themselves and their young. Juvenile songbirds, sticking close to mama and papa bird, are trembling their wings as they beseech for food. They’re still relying on their parents for support, toeing (“beaking?”) the line between needy childhood and independence. Back-to-school season emulates this same need to let go while also guide our young. Soon, your class shopping will be complete, and you’ll be saying, “Bye!” at the busstop. Don’t worry, though: When your offspring returns from a day of enrichment and learning to your door, she’ll still need you to oversee the after-school routine. Maybe this involves trekking to a number of programs before settling down to complete homework, or maybe it includes cheering her on during the latest team sporting event. Whatever activities your family has upcoming, you can find your groove with Brooke Stone’s scheduling tips for a well-balanced routine in “Back to School.” Also find tons of choices for schools and
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programs in our Education Directory. Additionally, moms and dads can lead the way to successful September styling with our fall fashion spread, “Smart & Stylish,” by Associate Editor Samantha Chan. Samantha’s hand-selected only the coolest clothing for your little learner. Finally, you can help your child if she’s experiencing the uncomfortable condition of wetting the bed at night. “Stop Bedwetting” by Jacob Sagie, Ph. D., addresses the wrong and right ways to approach the situation. With these tips, your entire family can get on track to a better sleep scenario. We still have a few weeks of balmy warmth left, folks, so enjoy that sunshine while you can. Show off your most delicious summer treats in the Favorite Foods Photo Contest, catch up with the latest adventures at The Sandbox Social blog, and sound off at the PARENTGUIDE News Facebook page to get involved in great giveaways.
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DON’T MISS Galaxy Quest
Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures take their cosmic presence on the big screen to another level in Guardians of the Galaxy. Based on the popular comic, the live-action feature is sure to be a summer smash with all ages, Go along for the ride beginning August 1.
Pony Power
An adorable little horse named Twilight Sparkle learns a few important life lessons in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. The newly released DVD features five animated My Little Pony episodes that take young audiences on unforgettable adventures. Pick up your copy in stores and online today.
Dragon Tales
Based on the hit animated flick How to Train Your Dragon 2, the same-titled video game takes players to the Viking Isle of Berk for hours of fun with Hiccup, Astrid, and all of your favorite characters from the movie. The game is available now for the Nintendo Wii, XBOX 360, and PlayStation 3 game systems.
Turtle Power
Your favorite heroes in a half shell are back in the reboot Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Opening on August 8, the action-packed new film will keep viewers on the edges of their seats with the perfect blend of live action and visual effects.
King of the Jungle
One of the most iconic characters of all time swings right into your own home in a brand-new adventure with Tarzan. Available now exclusively at Walmart on DVD and Blu-ray, the special release features an updated story and amazing CGI animation. Tarzan is also available on Digital HD.
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Race along walls and upside down on twisting, anti-gravity tracks in Mario Kart 8. The exciting new game for the Nintendo Wii U includes highlight videos, online play mode, and crisp HD graphics. Pick one up in stores or online now.
Documenting Dinosaurs
Lionsgate Films and filmmaker Todd Doublas Miller present Dinosaur 13. The documentary focuses on Peter Larson, a paleontologist who unearths the largest and most well-preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil ever found. Catch it in limited release and Video on Demand beginning August 15.
Okee Dokee
Make your summer even more memorable with Through the Woods by the Okee Dokee Brothers. The Grammy-award winning duo’s latest CD is sure to be a hit with listeners of all ages. Order or download your copy at www.okeedokee.org.
Open Sesame
PBS Kids is happy to announce that there’s even more Sesame Street to enjoy. The show that has been educating and entertaining for more than four decades presents an additional half-hour show every weekday afternoon. Don’t miss the extra half hour of Sesame Street on air and digital platforms beginning September 1. Check local listings.
Silly Putty
Putty is on a mission to rescue his imprisoned friends in Putty Squad for the Nintendo 3DS. Rated E for Everyone, the retro action game features brandnew moves, game modes, tutorials, and bonus stickers to collect. Donald McDermott is the managing editor.
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August Shop For a Cause
Burlington has joined the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night campaign to raise funds to find a cure for the diseases, as well as ensure patients have access to proper treatment. Until October 4, shoppers may make financial contributions in store. Visit www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com to find a location near you. Also be on the look out for circulars starring real-life patients and survivors.
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With summer winding down, prep for back-to-school schedules with new offerings from Sokol New York. Special discounts on Open Gym are currently available. Bring your baby, 10-15 months, and tots, 16-36 months, to explore the special space. Also, Sokol’s dynamic Tot Fitness is the perfect class for 2-3 year olds and you. Free classes are available on September 9, 10, and 11. Visit www.sokolnewyork.org for times and updates.
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That Sweet Spot Sweet Spot Festival is back on August Fun and Safe www.parentguidenews.com • 212-213-8840 www.parentguidenews.com • 212-213-8840 2 at the West Harlem Pier on the The Jewish Children’s Museum hosts the second 75 Years of Adventure
Batman’s 75th Anniversary Celebration is on at Reading Room in Bryant Park on August 13, 12:30pm. The 41 W. 40th St. venue brings together John Cunningham, DC Entertainment’s vice president of marketing, and Batman writer Scott Snyder to discuss the impact of this superhero on American culture. Details are available at www.bryantpark.org.
annual safety event for kids this summer all month long. The event features a number of safetythemed exhibitions, a sun smart challenge, and hydration activities. Families can expect to meet and be photographed with “community heroes - safety personnel,” drive through Safety City, and more. The museum is located at 792 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. For venue, ticket, and special event information, dial (718)467-0600 or click on www.jcm.museum.
Hudson River between 131st and 132nd Streets.This event celebrates everything Jamaican with the Jamaican Indepen-Dance festival! Bring the whole family down for kids’ art workshops, picnicking, food trucks, and live entertainment for all ages and cultures! Learn more about this event that begins at 2pm at www.sweetspotfestival.com. Samantha Chan is the associate editor.
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STOP Bedwetting with these helpful tips.
by Jacob Sagie, Ph.D. It’s a milestone towards which every parent strives: The day when they’ll finish buying diapers or nighttime pull-ups for their child. With this milestone comes passage into an age of maturity and responsibility for the child, not to mention a welcome reprieve on our bank accounts. So what happens if that time seems never to be coming? What if your child has long ago passed his 5th or 6th birthday, and he is still not getting through the night without accidents? Or what about when he hits the double digits? You’ve already asked the pediatrician what to do seemingly countless times and were told to simply let the child grow out of it. But how long should you wait before taking another course of action? Parents come to me all the time after having listened to their family doctor and waited. But when your child is suffering from heightened stress, frustration, and embarrassment, why should you merely wait? Why add months or even years of distress to his life? As a parent, I was once confronted with just this situation. My son, at age 6, was still having accidents at night. Completely dry and able to go the whole day without any incidents, nary a night went by when we didn’t have to change the sheets. We were exhausted not only because of the middle-of-the-night housekeeping duties, but also because, as much as we tried, we couldn’t find any real solution for his “problem.” Our doctor sent us for many tests: blood tests, urine tests, you name it. But nothing yielded any results. The reason? Because in
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nearly 99 percent of children facing bedwetting, nighttime accidents are not a result of a medical condition. Bedwetting may be the result of a learning fault of the brain’s reflex system that occurs when the child is in a state of very deep sleep. These are otherwise healthy children who, through no fault of their own, aren’t capable of recognizing the signals that the bladder is sending to their brains. It pains me when I hear of children who are being punished for bedwetting, made to change their own wet linens to “teach them a lesson” with the intent of forcing them to learn to wake up and go to the bathroom. Confronting this ignorance requires that parents become educated and effectively assist their child in overcoming this condition. Within pediatric medical circles and the parenting community there is an overwhelming lack of credible information and resources available to those parents who are desperate to do something. Commonly repeated “helpful hints” are often wrong and can even be detrimental to the child. For example, I bet you’ve heard that you should take your child to the bathroom before you go to bed yourself. But by doing this, you’re taking the responsibility away from the child, and he will fail to train his brain to recognize the necessary signals. There are people, myself included, who have a focused practice to fix bedwetting. Safe and proven methods have already treated millions of children around the world and are available to the millions more who are still suffering.
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So what can we do? •Educate. Knowledge is power, and it will help guide whatever decision you make. •Do not ignore the problem. The condition exists, and your child needs to feel that he has a support system. •Be available to your child. He is the primary sufferer of this whole ordeal and needs to know that he is not alone. •Show your child information available online about other kids who have been dealing with this problem. Let him see that there is nothing wrong with him, and that bedwetting can be overcome. •Don’t compare your children. Highlighting that a younger sibling is not having accidents just makes the affected child feel worse. •Seek professional help when your child shows concern for the condition. Dedicated bedwetting clinics and online resources are available for exactly this purpose and have safe and proven treatment options.
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son with special needs. I’m an optimist and inspirational speaker, and I tell families (and I remind myself sometimes!) to look for the good moments to lift your spirits and improve your day. In Emily Perl Kingsley’s essay “Welcome to Holland,” she uses the metaphor of excitement for a trip to Italy that becomes an unplanned trip to Holland to describe the experience of discovering and treating the disability of a loved one.
The essay says to me that it is important to embrace the attributes that Holland has to offer. Says the author, “If you spend your life mourning the fact that you didn’t get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things...
Monica Holloway is the author of best-selling autism memoir Cowboy & Wills (Simon and Schuster). Visit her at www.monicaholloway.com. and www.facebook. com/cowboyandwills to share your stories and find a local autism support group.
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Monica Holloway and her son, Wills. about Holland.” For a person with autism and her support network, a baby step such as making a new friend or trying a novel food may be an enormous milestone, which should be savored. One baby step that stands out to me was the day my son Wills began occupational therapy. We were so nervous. That was also the day, for the first time, Wills asked, “What’s wrong with me?” Even though I was apprehensive about how the session would go, Wills participated fantastically in it, and he asked when we’d return for another one! This was a huge step toward Wills having many good days to come.
We’ve had our share of difficult days, but little triumphs like participating in a first therapy session filled us with hope. I wouldn’t change one freckle, one misunderstood moment, one tiny piece of Wills for anything in this world. When my partner and I have bad days, we still embrace and appreciate all the good we have too: the progress, our love, our son. When you and your child with special needs are having a hard day, try to look for the good moments — big or small, past or present — and remember that you are not alone. Know that those with special needs and their loved ones present one strong community for support! parentguidenews.com
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Listening Therapy How it could help an auditory processing disorder. by Susan Varsames
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magine sitting in a classroom and hearing your teacher’s voice at the same level of importance as someone sneezing and a bird chirping outside — simultaneously. Imagine being fearful of school because the sound of the air brakes on the school bus and a potential fire drill are unbearable. Imagine having your name called a half dozen times and not responding to it. When you do finally answer, you can’t understand why the caller is so aggravated with you.
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These scenarios describe what it is like to have an auditory processing disorder. Some children are sensitive to sounds (hyperresponsive to auditory stimulus) and some children ignore sounds (hypo-responsive to auditory stimuli). Others have difficulty filtering sounds and hear all sounds at once. Many people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder have to deal with these auditory issues 24/7. In a world where one out of 88 people is affected by autism, there are a multitude of interventions to manage each and every symptom. To manage the auditory aspects, listening therapy may assist with retraining the brain to process sounds. Listening therapy combines electronically altered compact discs — which vary in musical style, sound quality, and level of enhancement — within a sensory integration frame of reference. Sensory integration recognizes that there are three steps to functioning: sensory input, or taking cues from our environment all at once through the senses; processing input, in which we understand the stimulations and store the experience; and producing an adaptive response, like answering a question or speaking at the correct volume. Listening therapy programs are individualized to address each child’s specific issues. The music, listening time, and type of modulation used vary. The accompanying individualized activity program fluctuates, too. A child may be asked to sit on a moving swing and toss a bean bag into a bucket, repeat a list of directions next to an open window that lets in outside noises, pick plastics letters out of putty to stimulate hand strength, or countless other activities. A child may also be very active while listening to CDs, working on suspended equipment and 3-D surfaces that challenge postural organization,
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motor planning, and higher level sensory integration skills. The use of sound and music is so intimately connected to movement that children in listening programs are often compelled to move and explore the environment in new ways. Current clinical work suggests that listening therapy decreases the time necessary to meet treatment goals. When incorporated into a sensory integrative treatment approach, changes are typically observed in: attention, organization of behavior, self-regulation, timing, development, refinement, articulation, fine motor skills, and more. Since many of these skills support communication, improvements are seen in many components of communication, too. Children may obtain a greater range of nonverbal communication, greater emotional and verbal expression, and improvements in pragmatic language. A typical, home-based listening program lasts for 30-minute intervals, two times a day, for two through 16 weeks. The time frame between daily listening sessions is about three hours. The basic equipment needed includes a CD player, special headphones, and CDs. The CDs for each individually designed listening program are obtained from a trained and qualified provider, who usually stocks a library of them for clients to borrow.
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Timeout Why you shouldn’t scream at kids playing sports.
by J. Mark Hart On every youth baseball field in America, a fourthgrade infielder lets a routine ground ball go through his legs into the outfield, causing an error. In response, an adult — coach or over-involved parent — yells at the child. The depth of fury in the scream suggests the boy did it on purpose, but we all know he did not. It was a simple mistake, which happens often in baseball. So, why the uproar? Screaming has become the norm in youth sports. Why do we think it is acceptable to yell at children who have no power to answer back and are simply playing a game that is supposed to be fun? What does that say about the parents and instructors? What is it teaching our children?
Examining this behavior poses hard questions for the screamers and the rest of us who enable them with our silence. Let’s take a look at what is really going on in such a scenario. •It’s likely the boy feels bad already about making a mistake in front of his teammates, opposing players, umpires, and grownups on both sides. Adding to the embarrassment and hurt pride with a loud display makes the situation worse. •Publicly demeaning the player isn’t going to enable him to make the play next time. •Screaming may make an adult feel better, but isn’t the child’s mood most important? •Odds are, the kids engaged in youth sports are just enjoying themselves and not going to become professional athletes. Likewise, their parents aren’t going to become professional coaches. So, if there’s a missed play or mistake in a childhood game meant to be fun, what’s the big deal? The next time you encounter a public shaming in youth sports, consider that the following factors involved in this behavior: •The screamer has lost his perspective on youth sports and their purpose. •A parent may have boundary issues, which are expressed through being too invested in his child’s performance. These actions don’t actually reflect on the parent. •A coach with boundary issues may be too invested in his team’s performance because he thinks it means something about him. It does not. It’s the coach’s job to offer quality coaching regardless of the team’s results. •The person yelling does not have a powerful way to relate to failure and is focusing on his own feelings rather than those of the child. People who can’t control their volume and discouraging words at youth sports events should explore three main points: 1) Get some perspective and mend boundaries. If a kid hits a home run, it’s his home run. If he flubs a grounder, he flubbed it. If he gets a scholarship, it’s his scholarship. None of these accomplishments or failures belong to the parent or coach. 2) Learn from what happened and improve if possible. Emotional reactions to failure are a distraction. The child still has to make the next play. After a foul play, the pitcher grabs the ball, gets the sign, and hurls the next pitch regardless of anyone else’s emotions. If a person is hooked by emotions, he cannot fully coach during the subsequent play; if the players adopt this same attitude of fixation, they cannot fully execute on the next play, either. 3) Craft a broader, more effective understanding of youth sports, as well as life itself. Sports offer a wonderful opportunity for children to learn how to set goals and work constructively toward their accomplishments. They discover how to deal with frustration and failure. Sports can teach grace under pressure, social skills, and how to contribute to a team. Making a mistake in public, modulating an emotional response to it, learning from it, and refocusing on the goal is a recipe for success on and off the field. The positive lessons learned from youth sports stay with children in the classroom and in their adult careers. Sports are supposed to be fun. That’s why children play them. With a little reflection and awareness, it’s possible for adults to have fun with youth sports, too.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY essentials of reading, writing, mathematics, organization and study is based on learning through interactive activity, cultivating literacy skills. Each individualized educational program is based upon a and math concepts, and developing the whole child. Children are continuously modified understanding of each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic also exposed to Spanish, music, and the arts through an innovative learning profile that evolves as the student progresses and matures. collaboration with artists-in-residence. This vibrant curriculum alWithin the curriculum, skills are taught explicitly, including daily lows your child to learn through exciting topics, while engaging with instruction in reading, writing, science, history and mathematics their peers to learn with and from one another. World Class Learnthrough grade 12. Small classes of 8-12 students help to create a ing Academy promises families that they guide learning so that each comfortable learning environment and facilitate the individualizastudent reaches oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal best. tion of course work. Students participate in a daily one-to-one instructional period called Focus, designed to serve as the diagnostic, instructional and mentoring centerpiece of their experience. Art, Programs drama, gym and a variety of enrichment choices are offered within the school day and during the afterschool program. Interscholastic A.C.T. Early Years athletic programs are also available after school. At the high school Cathedral of St. John the Divine level, students with appropriate levels of skill mastery may partici1047 Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10025 pate in college courses. Ninety percent of graduates in the last five (212)316-7530 years have been13th accepted to college. www.actprograms.org 419 Park Avenue South, Floor, New York, NY 10016 â&#x20AC;˘ 212-213-8840 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax 212-447-7734 A.C.T. Early Years has been providing the very youngest family World Class Learning Academy, New York members with a warm and friendly introduction to school since 1985. 44 E. 2nd St., NYC 10003 Through play, learning and making friends, this program creates a TO: FAX # (212)600-2010 solid foundation for school years and life. PlayStation offers children infowcla@wclschools.org ages 5 and under climbing toys, slides, soft blocks, ramps, tunnels and more than balls - when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too cold to be outside. One-to-one is a most gentle inFROM: WCLA, one of 29 schools, in 13 countries, ISSUE educating DATE: 18,500 students, is part of the Nord Anglia Education group, a pretroduction to school free from separation anxiety. Choose from among mium educational provider with more than 25 years of proven excel12, 90-minute sessions per week, each held in A.C.T.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tot-friendly lence. The curriculum for ages 2 onward begins with offering young gym where your child can run, jump, climb and roll. Activities also Please call or faxappropriate your comments and/or OK. children a developmentally transition between home and include singing, dancing and listening to stories at Circle. Take part school, and continues to challenge and empower students through a in creative projects and to meet other parents and teachers. You and child-centered approach and guided learning. Your child learns in a your child go home with a healthy I-made-it-myself snack. First Step SIGNATURE OF APPROVAL: multi-cultural environment, while acquiring the learning habits necNursery is a mixed-age setting for parents who seek the secure pleaessary to become a successful, lifelong learner. British-trained teachsure of home and the exciting challenge of school for their youngster. ers use Development Matters (the English National Curriculum), as Children discover independence in a stimulating, friendly environment well as the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Each approach where nurturing a love of school is paramount. Classes meet two or
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Asphalt Green Upper East Side 555 E. 90th St. NYC 10128 (212)369-8890 Battery Park City 212 North End Ave., NYC 10282 (212)298-2900 www.asphaltgreen.org Asphalt Green is dedicated to the health and fitness of all New Yorkers. From swim to gym, Asphalt Green has something for everyone in your family. Its first class campuses on the Upper East Side and in BatteryAvenue Park South, City are world •class swim, sports 419 Park Newhome York, to NYAsphalt 10016 •Green’s 212-213-8840 Fax 212-447-7734 and fitness programs, as well as cooking, music, dance, theater, and art downtown. Children four-months and older can take swim classes TO: FAXin#a warm-water moveable botand progress from swimming basics tom teaching pool to becoming skilled and confident swimmers in the indoor lap pool. On land, Asphalt Green offers some of NYC’s best FROM: ISSUE DATE: sports classes with expert instructors who follow the Positive Coaching Alliance method. From toddlers to the competitive teams, players of all levels and abilities achieve their best in sports, including soccer, Please call or fax your comments and/or OK. basketball, flag football, gymnastics, and more. Asphalt Green is also a great place for mom and dad to get fit and see results in the pool and center and with adult sports leagues. With Family and Passport SIGNATURE fitness OF APPROVAL: Memberships, parents receive benefits including preferred pricing and registration for kids and adult classes as well as access to both campuses. Visit www.asphaltgreen.org and www.asphaltgreenbpc.org for more information.
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Ballet Academy East 1651 3rd Ave., NYC 10128 (212)410-9140 info@baenyc.com www.balletacademyeast.com Ballet Academy East, with more than 34 years of experience, offers excellent programs for children and adults of all ages and abilities. The youngest children start in the Petit Dancers Division where children 18 months-2 years, along with their parents/caregivers, share the joy of music and dance. Pre-Ballet classes (ages 3-6) introduce ballet in a positive and creative environment. Tap and modern classes are also offered for ages 3-6. The Pre-Professional Ballet Division, for ages 7-18, provides students every opportunity to achieve their highest potential and aspirations utilizing a structured curriculum within a nurturing environment. The faculty consists of highly experienced and renowned teachers led by associate artistic director, Darla Hoover. All classes have piano accompaniment. Admission to the Pre-Professional Division is by audition. There are two performance opportunities yearly in February and May, providing the Pre-Professional students with the opportunity to hone their performance skills. BAE offers teens and adults of all levels a full schedule of ballet, tap, jazz, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes. The bright facility has five air-conditioned studios. The dressing rooms have showers and lockers, and there is a Capezio Dancewear Boutique on the premises.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Dance Club Division for ages 3-8, and the Performing Arts PreProfessional Division for ages 7-18. It strives to provide the very best quality of ballet training, instilling in students a love of learning, and class size is limited to ensure individual attention. The Ballet Club has a holistic approach to training, in which students master ballet as a tool for their own creative expression, with an emphasis on healthy training for both the body and the mind. All young ballet students learn body-space awareness, musicality, master locomotive and non-locomotive skills, gain physical confidence, and explore the use of time, space, and energy in dance. Classes in the Performing Arts Pre-Professional Division incorporate classical technique with a modern approach and emphasize technique, creativity, choreography, and performance. For more information, and/ or to register, call (917)281-1030 or (212)204-6348, e-mail info@ theballetclub.com, or visit www.theballetclub.com. Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex 23rd Street and Hudson River Park, NYC 10011 (212)336-6666 www.chelseapiers.com Chelsea Piers offers Manhattan’s best and most comprehensive sports programs for children ages 12 months-17 years. State-of-the-art facilities, world-class coaches and a friendly staff combine to make Chelsea Piers New York’s ultimate sports destination. Weekend recreation, after-school instruction, leagues, camps and clinics are available in a wide variety of sports. The Field House at (212)336-6500 features the largest gymnastics center in NYC, equipped with in-ground trampolines and foam pits, a children’s rock climbing wall, a toddler gym, dance studios, four batting cages, two basketball courts, two indoor artificial turf playing fields for soccer and more than 350 sports classes for all ages. The Field House is also home to CP Kids, a childcare and preschool program for children ages 3 months-5 years. Sky Rink at
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(212)336-6100 features twin indoor, year-round ice skating rinks and classes in ice hockey and figure skating. The Golf Club at (212)3366400 features 52 heated, weather-protected hitting stalls on four tiers, a 200-yard hitting fairway and putting greens. Youth programs and private instruction are available at the Golf Academy. Enroll your child today! For more information on any of the Chelsea Piers youth sports programs, please visit www.chelseapiers.com. Collina Italiana 1556 3rd Ave. #603, NYC 10128 (212)427-7770 info@collinaitaliana.com www.collinaitaliana.com Immerse your family in the wonders of the Italian culture and language without leaving the city with Collina Italiana. Set in the Upper East Side, the Italian classes allow child and adult students to benefit from a comprehensive approach to learning in an age-appropriate and inviting atmosphere. Classes for children, which consist of three to eight students, include Girotondo, il Giardino dei Bambini, Create, Act & Draw and Italian Summer in the City. In Girotondo (circle), children ages 2-5 gather around to share learned words and expressions through playful, skill-building activities such as games, songs, dances and stories. Arts and crafts enhance the sessions, as do attending parents and caregivers who can help to continue the learning at home. Group and private classes for older children, along with tutoring services, are available weekdays and Saturdays. Il Giardino Dei Bambini is a drop-off playgroup for kids ages 2-5. Children may join in on the fun every Tuesday and Thursday from 9am-noon on an as-needed basis. With direction mostly in Italian, children also stencil, print T-shirts, as well as make puppets or a theater set, depending on their ages. For Create, Act, Draw, an Italian theater workshop, children ages 3-5 and 7-11 write stories, act, select music, design costumes and sets, and work toward a final performance for parents while using the Italian vocabulary. For the summer, Collina Italiana offers “Italian Summer in the City 2014” , the program designed for kids who want to absorb the warm and lively culture of Italy. Have fun Italian style: Learn and practice Italian, meet new friends, and enjoy a unique summer in the city (August 11 - August 29). For all the bellissimi details on Collina Italiana, including Italian language, culture, cuisine, wine classes for adults and summer camp (one-two or three weeks), call the Italian instructors today.
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Diller-Quaile School of Music 24 E. 95th St., NYC 10128 (212)369-1484 www.diller-quaile.org The Diller-Quaile School of Music was founded in 1920 by pianists Angela Diller and Elizabeth Quaile, who believed the capacity for understanding and creating music exists in everyone— and that a music school should provide a dynamic and well-rounded experience not just for select students, but for all. Today, Diller-Quaile is a thriving community music school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, comprised of Early Childhood (music and art classes for infants-sixyear-olds), Instrumental and Vocal, High School Certificate, Adult, Teacher Training, and Outreach Departments. The School’s faculty nurtures each student’s ability to play and sing with knowledge and expression, providing a foundation for a lifetime of involvement in music. Curricula emanate primarily from international folk music and classical music, and the School annually enrolls 1,100 students of all ages. Throughout the year, Diller-Quaile offers Rug Concerts for young children, master classes, student recitals and faculty performances. Additionally, the School provides music outreach programs to more than 1,000 children and adults from underserved communities throughout NYC. Applications are being accepted online for the 2014-2015 academic year which begins on September 15 and runs through May 22. Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for parentguidenews.com
EDUCATION DIRECTORY Community and Pre-collegiate Arts Schools. Call (212)369-1484 or visit www.diller-quaile.org for an application. German-American Language School Locations throughout the Greater New York Area, NY (212)787-7543 germanamericanschool@verizon.net www.german-american-school.org Learning a second language is both educational and fun at The German-American School with four convenient locations: Manhattan, Ridgewood, Franklin Square and Garden City. The school teaches German as a foreign language to children from all backgrounds. No German is necessary to enter the program. In the afterschool enrichment program, children as young as 4 can learn German. Young children are taught by drawing, singing, coloring; children 6 and older work with more structured texts. Homework is assigned. German-American School’s program is unique because it is Regents accredited. Graduating children can take the NYS three year comprehensive Regents equivalency exam and AATG #3 exam. Instructors are dedicated and experienced; classes meet once a week from 4:30-6:15pm. GermanAmerican School has been teaching German for 120 years. For registration information and a location nearest you, call (212)787-7543 or email germanamericanschool@verizon.net.
winning, Best Arts Program for Kids (Best of New York, New York Magazine 2000) offers a spectacular array of classes especially designed for the city’s arts-savviest kids. Whether your child opts for Manga with manga stars Hyeondo Park, Ashley Silva, Sakura Maku or Marlena Konglau; or builds ingenious creations with stellar sculptor, Mallory Breiner; or mixes media madly with bookmaking queen, Becky Brown; or paints till the cows come home with the stupendous JJ Manford or Maureen St. Vincent; or writes their own comic books with the brilliant, Maggie Siegel-Berele; or plunges into the world of Opera ‘N Art with HiArt! founder and art diva extraordinaire, Cyndie Bellen-Berthézène; kids and parents are guaranteed to have the artiest, most inspiring art-making days of their lives. New friends, new experiences, lots of learning and tons of fun await. Offerings are available to ages 18 months-16 years. Be artily here or be square!
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HiArt! 227 W. 29th St., NYC 10001 (212)209-1552 www.hiartkids.com Now in its 17th arts-exploding year, this Best of New York arts program revs up for another fantastic Fall filled with art, art and more art-- thanks to some incredibly inspired programming that insists that art doesn’t have to be made small just because kids are! This award
Jodi’s Gym 244 E. 84th St., NYC 10028 (212)772-7633 25 Hubbels Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10514 (914)244-8811 www.jodisgym.com Jodi’s Gym, the leader in innovative children’s gym programs, has been providing kids with the highest level of fun and fitness for 31 years! Kids run, jump, climb, swing and tumble as they build not only a foundation for gymnastics, but also all sports. In Jodi’s nurturing environment, kids enjoy moving, love to exercise and develop confidence. The spacious facility features two brightly colored, 5,000-square-foot loft spaces filled with all the gymnastics equipment imaginable including bars, beams, trampolines, slides, tunnels, bounce house and so much more. You will not find a more experienced, fun or attentive staff anywhere. Mommy and Me classes for children 6 months-3 years Manhattan parent 3.5 x 4.5:Layout 1 7/7/14 2:50 PM include Teeny Tumblers (music/movement), Mighty Muscle Movers
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY (gym), Rockin Rollers (gym/music combination) and the new Jumpstart Jodi’s (a preschool alternative). Preschool offerings for 3-5 year olds include Tumbling Tots (one-hour gym/motor skill development) and Creative Cartwheeling Kids (two-hour combination of gym, art and music). For k-8th grade, classes available include Funtastic Gymnastics, Accelerated and Advanced Gymnastics, Totally Tumbling and Motion Evolution (fitness/ nutrition wellness). This fall, Jodi’s Gym is proud to welcome new partner classes: Creation Station (dance), Songs for Seeds (music) and Mad Science. Can’t get to Jodi’s? Have Jodi’s To Go come to your school, camp, daycare or building! There are great perks for members, Jodi’s Gymwear and, of course, the best birthdays ever! To join the fun, friends and fitness call, go to www. jodisgym.com. “Like” Jodi’s Gym on Facebook for special promotions, pictures and information.
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Karma Kids Yoga 104 W. 14th St., NYC 10011 & Various Other Locations in NYC (646)638-1444 downdog@karmakidsyoga.com www.karmakidsyoga.com At Karma Kids Yoga, children practice fun-filled yoga poses and breathing exercises to promote physical strength and flexibility, concentration, focus and attention, inner strength and body awareness, confidence and self-esteem, relaxation and self-control, a feeling of well-being and respect for others, and love for one’s self, inside and out. In a fun environment, children play yoga by imitating animals and nature, and by using creative expression, games, music, art and storytelling. Fun, inspirational and playful classes encourage a child’s natural thirst for knowledge with engaging songs, games, self-expression and stories that exercise social, sensory and motor skills while increasing flexibility. Children will strengthen their bodies as they learn how to focus through breathing
and relaxation techniques. Kids sing, draw and play yoga in energy-releasing and age-appropriate classes. And check out Karma Kids Yoga’s new CD of yoga music for children, Come Play Yoga! Classes offered are: Prenatal Yoga, Mom & Baby, Toddler (Parent & Child), Kids, Teens, GLOGA Yoga, CircusYoga, Family Yoga and Free StoryTime Yoga. Private classes are also available. Special events and yoga birthday parties and Teacher Training, too! Call the number above or visit online at www.karmakidsyoga.com. Language Workshop for Children, The Manhattan, Upper Eastside and Westside (212)396-0830 info@thibauttechnique.com www.languageworkshopforchildren.com CNN called Director François Thibaut “one of a very few experts in teaching languages to small children.” Since 1973, his famous Thibaut Technique classes, camps and preschools have introduced French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese and Italian to children ages 6 months to 9 years by capturing the critical years when they possess their strongest capacity to absorb language and imitate native pronunciation. During each session, children receive a brand-new, glossy, full-color workbook/CD, which is jam packed with original language-rich songs (and ages 3 and older get an LWFC storybook, too). Best of all, LWFC instructors are native speakers. LWFC materials won six major children’s educational media awards. Parents magazine named the LWFC one of “6 Classes Worth the $.”
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Little Picasso NYC 313 E. 61st St., NYC 10065 (646)559-1588 www.littlepicassonyc.com Little Picasso NYC is a children’s art studio. It is a place where children
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ing connections with the colorful world around them. Visit the website to learn more about art classes, workshops, Family ArtFests, summer programs, and vacation/holiday programs. Don’t forget about birthday parties. The Gogh Art creativity crew travels to your party location bringing party hosts, glitter tattoo artists, and more. Tailor each party to your birthday child’s interests. New York Sports Clubs 63rd St. & West End Ave., New York, NY 91st St. & 3rd Ave., New York, NY Morris Park, 1601 Bronxdale Ave., Bronx, NY 10462 www.mysportsclubs.com/kids New York Sports Club...they activate kids. Their year-round fitness and recreational programs will have your kid energized, active and engaged. They offer everything from summer camps and parties, to formal athletic training and sports leagues. Best of all, you don’t have to be a gym member for your kids to enroll. The Swim Academy at NYSC is designed to waterproof kids. Experienced instructors work with students one-on-one or in groups to ensure that they receive the necessary training to become safe and confident swimmers. Safety comes first, with fun a close second. All skill levels are welcome. NYSC Birthday Bashes throw a high-energy bash without breaking a sweat. Each all-inclusive party package provides it all - from invitations to cake, to decorations and everything in between. The only thing you need to do is show up and have a blast! They offer three different options that let you choose a party theme and a featured activity. Whether your children are big swimmers, sports fans or enjoy groovin’ to the latest tunes, they have a party that’s right for you! Sports Clubs for Kids offers action-packed camps and programs that foster athletic skills, teamwork and healthy habits. Through sports, games and activities they create a safe, caring, noncompetitive environment that is ideal for learning and making friends.
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Designed for play and movement, PLAE offers flexible and fun footwear options for children. This season, enjoy the designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first collection of hi-tops and boots, perfect for heading to school, playing during recess, and enjoying programs. -www.goplae.com
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Take a step in the right direction with Bombas Socks, a company that donates a pair of socks to someone in need for every pair purchased. Since the company’s launch in 2013, tens of thousands of socks have been donated. -www.bombassocks.com
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Experience the company that makes one-of-a-kind products in a world focused on mass production. Also available this season are backpacks and messenger bags. Your child can don unique and completely customizable patterns in vibrant colors. -www.hihobatik.com
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Catering to the countless children in need of sensory-sensitive clothing, Soft Clothing offers a solution to the morning tension that dressing can sometimes bring. Made with high-quality materials, the streamlined collection is stylish, offering a sophisticated look with a purpose. -www.softclothing.net
Being a girl means the possibilities for fun and adventure are endless. Let this be reflected in your little girl’s wardrobe with Infinity for Girls. More about the experience of fashion than the look, each piece in the collection can be worn in various ways to truly express the wearer’s personality and mood. -www.infinityforgirls.com
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Searching for an alternative to traditional kids’ wear? Look no further than Nununu Baby. The fresh, fun, and punk-ish collections offer a unique take on young fashion for any and all seasons. -www.nununubaby.com
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1 Teach your children about environmental awareness with the Sprout WooBamboo toothbrush. The handle is made of organically grown moso bamboo, making it biodegradable and removing a significant amount of plastic waste from landfills and oceans. www.woobamboo.com
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3 Stay on track with your diabetes, and stay healthy with Dealing with Diabetes Burnout from Demos Health. Learn how to set realistic expectations and goals, find balance with ease, and become confident in your ability to live with diabetes. www.demoshealth.com 4 SuperSeedz has everyone with Celiac Disease at heart as they offer a line of dry roasted, shell-free pumpkin seeds in eight different flavors. Get your healthy snack today. www.superseedz.com 5 Show off your pearly whites with Supersmile Whitening Fluoride Toothpaste. Available in flavors including Icy Mint, Cinnamon, Mandarin Mind, and Green Apple, the paste whitens safely and effectively while fighting cavities. www.supersmile.com
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7 Skip the fried snacks and grab all-natural Pressels this summer. This salty snack is free of preservatives, cholesterol, trans-fats, food colorings, MSG, and artificial flavors. www.pressels.com 8 Cool off with Sparkling Ice, the sweet alternative to your everyday soft drink. Zero calories, and delicious, the beverage line combines spring water, natural fruit juices, vitamins, and antioxidants. wwww.sparklingice.com
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9 An easy snack can now be made at home in a healthy way with the T-fal Popcorn Maker. Easy to use, this product can even be utilized by little hands with adult supervision. It’s perfect for family movie night! www.amazon.com 10 Light and crunchy, snack on a healthy alternative to high-sodium pretzels with Everything Pretzels from Mary’s Gone Crackers. Each pretzel stick is full of whole grains including brown rice, quinoa, amaranth and millet. www.marysgonecrackers.com
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According to a recent survey by the International Food Information Council, although parents with children younger than 18 are extremely focused on the nutritional needs of their offspring, they are far less likely to think about their own health. And, in another recent survey by the American Heart Association, 12 percent of its website visitors said that they were too busy taking care of others to take care of themselves. Busy parents should realize that caring for yourself is just as important as caring for your kids. It’s in the best interests of the children to care for your own health. The airlines have it right: Put on your oxygen mask before putting on that of your child. Neglecting your needs may not only lead you to feel depleted and exhausted, but it can also put you at risk for getting sick. It’s important to balance taking care of your children with taking care of yourself. Here’s how to create that balance:
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exam, an OB/GYN exam, an annual mammogram (starting at age 40), and a colonoscopy if you are turning 50 and you’re at average risk. A colonoscopy should be performed earlier and more often for people at increased risk, including those with a personal or family history of polyps or colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, or a hereditary syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome). The screening for colorectal cancer starts at age 50 because the risk for colon cancer increases with age, and more than 90 percent of cases occur in people ages 50 and older. Most colorectal cancers arise from polyps that are precancerous but progress to full-blown cancer in 10 years or more. A colonoscopy allows your physician to remove polyps before they become cancerous and to identify cancer early, when it’s most treatable.
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Be physically active for 30 minutes most days of the week. Break this up into three, 10-minute sessions when pressed for time. Activities can include walking, dancing, yoga, running, or any other physical activity or sport you enjoy. Learn to manage stress and recognize its signs, such as trouble sleeping, anger and irritation, frequent headaches, and stomach issues. Regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and relaxation exercises offer good ways to manage stress, but it’s important to see a doctor if you are unable to alleviate these symptoms on your own. Get enough sleep and rest. Adults need about eight hours of sleep each night.
Dr. Neville Bamji is a gastroenterologist at New York Gastroenterology Associates, which has New York offices at 311 East 79th St. in New York City and 2 Overhill Road in Scarsdale. NYGA is one of New York’s top gastroenterology practices affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital. NYGA offers an onsite pathology laboratory and an onsite pathologist so that patients may quickly receive their results. To schedule a colonoscopy consultation, contact NYGA at (212)996-6633 or via www.nyga.md.
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Get from meeting to meeting and across town while staying comfortable with the Secret Sweater. It is chic enough to stand alone and thin enough to wear under your work blazer. www.secretsweater.com
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Circolo single-serve coffee machine has the power to whip up hot and cold beverages in mere seconds. With this striking statement piece, indulge in as many as 17 different kinds of drinks, including cappuccinos, lattes, and peach iced tea. www.dolce-gusto.us
Combine the healing powers of Vitamins A and E with the aromatic qualities of lavender, calendula, and rosemary and you have Bio-Oil. This product packs a punch to improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and uneven skin tone during pregnancy. www.bio-oilusa.com
Those who are pregnant, nursing, or simply ingredient cautious can find an all-natural and highly effective acne prevention kit in the Bye Bye Blemishes Duo by Belli Skincare. www.belliskincare.com
Stay organized on-the-go with the new Bella and Icepops pouches from Cool-it Caddy.The waterproof pouches protect items like money, electronics, cosmetics, and more, keeping them safe and dry. www.cool-itcaddy.com
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August 1: Heroes and Unsung, TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W. 28th St., 2nd Floor, (212)252-1619, www.tadatheater.com. TADA! Youth Theater presents an all new dance theater piece, which follows a group of kids who learn what it takes, and what it means, to be brave when the sun disappears. Noon and 2pm.
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August 2: Ink Experiments, The Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre St., (212)619-4785, www.mocanyc.org. MOCAFamily invites you to explore mixed media and ink painting techniques inspired by the museum’s latest exhibition, Oil & Water: Reinterpreting Ink. Participants practice basic skills, and create their own works of art. No previous art-making experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. 11am-12:30pm. August 4: Chris Clark Bicycle Stunt Show, Morningside Park, 123rd Street and Morningside Avenue, www. chrisclarkbicyclestuntshow.com. Professional stunt cyclist Chris Clark has competed around the world and entertained thousands at events like the Gravity Games, the Vans Warped Tour, and more. Bring your kids to the show that is meant to inspire them to find an active, healthy passion and use their desire to constantly improve as a means for keeping their lives on track. 10:30am. August 6: A Conversation about Search & Reunion: Exploring Connections to Birth Family, Spence-Chapin Services, 410 E. 92nd St., (212)400-8150, www.spence-chapin.org. Adoptees have the chance to explore the emotionally difficult, yet rewarding journey of search and reunion. The
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the hottest children’s performers and acts. At lunchtime, enjoy live jazz from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in the park’s Westside Seating Area. the event closes at 7pm with wind-down yoga sessions from Om Factory.
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August 8-14: The Fairy Queen, The East 13th Street Theatre, 136 E. 13th St., (646)796-3492, www.dellarteopera.org. Appropriate for tweens and older, brings August 7: Union Square’s Summer in the Square, Union this anonymous adaption of Shakespeare’s A MidsumSquare Park, East 16th Street and Union Square West, www.parentguidenews.com • 212-213-884 mer Night’s Dream. 8pm. www.unionsquarenyc.org. The summer series that offers a vibrant mixture of activities for everyone, comes to August 9: Family Workshop Friends Forever, Sony Plaan end with this last day in August. At 10am, Kids in za Atrium, Sony Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Madison the Square kicks off in the Pavilion with Yoga StoryAve., www.sonywondertechlab.com. Whether it’s mom, Time with Karma Kids, followed by a rotating lineup of
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birds inside the park, plus butterflies, dragonflies and cool insects. Wear comfortable shoes and leave any pet dogs at home. Approtival, Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mount Morris Park West, priate for children ages 6 SummerStage Kids presented www.summerstage.org. older.presents 9am. byand Disney a special evening of circus! Bring the
family for a fantastic evening under the stars and enjoy world class performers on stage as well as throughout the venue. 7-9:30pm. August 21: Kids Karaoke!, New York Public Library, Bloomingdale branch, 150 W. 100th St., (212)222-8030, www.nypl.org. Children ages 5-12 years old can enjoy anAugust afternoon9:ofHop songsInto and laughter Fun with friends as they turns on the mic and sing along to some of their favorite Flaubert Frog, Bryant Park, West1pm. songs. Snacks are welcome. 40th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, www.bryantpark.org. At Bryant Park’s 14-animal merrygo-round, kids get the chance to meet or reconnect with this storytelling amphibian who August 23: Frozen, Bellevue South Park, Second Avspins improvisational tales and enue between East 26 and East 28 Streets, www.nycleads kids in songs and games. govparks.org. Everyone’s favorite animated flick of the Appropriate for children ages 2 year is being screened in Kips Bay. Bring yourself and a to 8. 1pm. blanket to sit on. 8pm.
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August 25: Game On!, New York Public Library, Countee Cullen Branch, 104 W. 136th St., www.nypl.org. It’s time again to bring your A-game and enjoy playing with one of the library’s video game consoles. 4-5pm. August 25: Up and Up: The Dr. Mae C. Jemison Story, Macomb’s Bridge Public Library, 2650 Adam Clayton
August 16: Making Connections Family Day at the Center: Building Bridges, Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, (212)358-6133, www.cfafoundation.org. Back by popular demand, this program invites families to learn about the various types of bridges and how they work. Then, design and construct your own model bridge to take home. Appropriate for children ages 5 and older, accompanied by an adult. 11am-1pm or 2-4pm.
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August 23: History of a People Chinatown: A Walk through History, The Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre St., (212)619-4785, www.mocanyc.org. Uncover the history of one of New York City’s oldest neighborhoods! Examine how everyday buildings, public and commercial spaces, and streets have shaped the community from its origins as the Native American village of Werpoes Hill in 1600 to one of the fastest growing immigrant communities of present day New York City. 1-2:30pm.
Powell, Jr. Boulevard, www.nypl.org. Mae C. Jemison instead followed her ambition to become the first African American woman ever to travel to space. See how she stood up to those who doubted her and excelled in math and science to reach beyond the sky. Appropriate for ages 5 and older. 3pm. August 27: Tap Dance Performance at CMOM, Children’s Museum of Manhattan, 212 W. 83rd St., www.cmom.org. Enjoy tap dancing performances in conjunction with the exhibit, JAZZED! The Changing Beat of 125th Street. ToAugust 30: The Race is On day’s tap specialist Jason Samuel Smith is a native New Yorker, choreographer, and director has 10 hadRockmultiple Mario Kart 8 Tournament, Nintendoand World, appearances on Sesame Street. 11am-3pm. efeller Plaza, www.nintendoworldstore.com. If you have what it takes to be August Freetest Theatre Performances, Hudson the best28-31: in the race, your skills at this Guild Theatre, 441in-store W. 26th St., (212)986-6934, www. tournament. Put the Bring pedal the family, 7-year-olds to theatreartsjapan.org. to the metal for chance grandparents for athese comedic performances. Friday at winning prizes and first-at 2pm; Thursday, Friday and and Sunday performances place glory. Noon-4pm.at 7:30pm. Saturday performances
All Month Long Every Day Through August 24: Masters of Disguise: The World of Camouflage, Intrepid Sea, Air and Space
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Calendarof Events Museum, Pier 86, 46th Street and Twelfth Avenue, www. intrepidmuseum.org. This new exhibition explores how for many animals the ability to hide in plain sight or look like something entirely different is necessary for survival. Masters of Disguise: The World of Camouflage delves into the art and science of camouflage in the natural world, as well as its cultural adaptations and how the military has utilized these visual techniques in combat. Every Day in August: Spiders Alive, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West and 79th Street, (212)769-5100, www.amnh.org. Back for a second engagement, take a comprehensive look at the fascinating and complex world of arachnids. The exhibition features approximately 20 species of live arachnids (including 16 spider species, two scorpion species, a vinegaroon, and African whip spiders) and highlights this intriguing animal group’s anatomy, behavior, and unique characteristics. Through November 2. During museum hours. Every Day in August: Jazzed! The Changing Beat of 125th
Street, Children’s Museum of Manhattan, The Tisch Building, 212 W. 83rd St., (212)721-1223, www.cmom.org. Jazz played a key role during the Harlem Renaissance and that influence continues today. This exhibit, in collaboration with the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, celebrates that history through the stories of Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Billie Holliday and Mary Lou Williams, among others. Through December 31. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays in August: Village East Cinema, Village East Cinema, 181-189 2nd Ave., www.villageeastcinema.com. GKids Animated World presents films from around the world for kids of all ages. Through September 5. 10am on Tuesdays and Saturdays, 3:30pm on Thursdays. Saturdays in August: Harlem Eats, Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 117th and 118th Streets. Every Saturday, visit mobile food vendors that run the gamut from world cuisine to hyperlocal fare. Expect eats from the likes of Takumi Taco, Jerk Shack, It’sKale, Nuchas, Luke’s Lobster, Frittering Away, and Carnaval. Be aware vendors are cash-only. Through the warm weather season. Sundays in August: Macy’s Sunday Story Time, New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, (212)873-3400, www.nyhistory.org. Recommended for ages 3–7, this program presents children and their families with delightful stories every weekend! Support for the Macy’s Sunday Story Hour provided by the Macy’s Foundation. 11:30am. Mondays in August: Toddler Time, Jefferson Market Library, 425 6th Ave. at 10th Street, (212)243-4334, www.nypl.org/locations/jefferson-market. Families with young toddlers are invited to just show up for this fun time for babes and parents alike. 11am. Mondays and Wednesdays in August: Drop-In Music Class, The Y, 344 E. 14th Street at 1st Avenue, www.14streety.org. Come enjoy the music offerings of the Y. 3pm. Tuesdays in August: Baby Laptime, Schwartzman Building, 5th Avenue and 42nd Street, www.nypl.org/ locations/schwarzman, Babies from birth to 12 months old and their caregivers can enjoy great books, lively
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August 30: The Race is On
Mario Kart 8 Tournament, Nintendo World, 10 Rockefeller Plaza, www.nintendoworldstore.com. If you have what it takes to be the best in the race, test a wonderful time when stories are brought to life! 11am. your skills at this in-store tournament. Put the pedal Tuesdays in August: Giggle Storytime, Giggle, 120 to the metal for a chance Wooster St., (212)334-5817, www.giggle.com. Come at winning prizes and first419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-773 enjoy an afternoon of interactive storytelling— a fun place glory. Noon-4pm.
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