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Fall is in the Air!
Plus a great new resource for NYC parents
It is back to school time and with it came the brisk weather of fall! I am looking forward to fall festivals, apple picking and hay rides. The beginning of September is hectic with school orientations, new after-school activities and holidays. But it is a wonderful time to catch-up with friends who are returning from summer travels and to explore NYC before the cold winter air comes this way. Check out the calendar for some great events this week and the "Plan Ahead" section for some events you don't want to miss later in the month!
I am also excited about a new site that launched this month called Gaggle of Chicks. You can sign-up to received daily deals on the best products and services for moms and their families in New York City. They send out deals ranging from bakeries to classes and if enough moms sigh up for the deal it "hatches". Living in Manhattan with children can get expensive so I love the opportunity to try something new at a reduced price. They do the research ahead of time to make sure their partners are providing high-quality products or services.
Take some time to read the latest post in Jessica's Blog (http://nycdowntown.macaronikid.com/blog/) to learn about tackling the new school year with food allergies and read the previous post to learn more about planning a trip to the North Fork of Long Island for some fall festivities.
Finally, congratulations to Eva P. who won the Mabel's Labels giveaway!
September 4th through September 16th
Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 26 - Governors Island 4 Heads Art Fair
The Governors Island Art Fair enters its 3rd year this fall as the 4heads rally an exciting and diverse selection of artists from around the world. Over 100 independent artists are selected entirely on the merit of their work and, once chosen, each is given a room and set loose to create an environment of their own design.
Where: Governors IslandWhen: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.4heads.org/
Friday, September 10 - Fashion's Night Out (NYC)
Grab some friends, find someone to watch the kids and spend the evening shopping. For the second year in a row this citywide events to support retail and fashion in New York City encourages retail store throughout the five borough to stay open late Friday night. Many have in-store celebrations and promotions. Check out the website for specific store hours and events: fashionsnightout.com/night-out/
Where: Throughout New York CityWhen: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: fashionsnightout.com/night-out/
Saturday, September 11 - Free Trial GLOGA Yoga Class
Think Hayden Planetarium meets Mahatma Gandhi! This is a full sensory yoga experience! Be sure to wear white for extra "glow-ability!"
Where: Moomah, 161 Hudson StWhen: 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM (Mom & Baby at 8:45am; Parent & Child at 10am)Who: Ages 6 weeks-walkers at 8:45am; walkers-3 yrs at 10:00amHow: Call (212)266-0345 to reserve a space for your childCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.moomah.com/classes/
Saturday, September 11 - Drawing From Nature with the Whitney Museum of American Art
Join the Whitney Museum of American Art for a drawing workshop exploring the work of painter Charles Burchfield, whose pieces are on view at the Whitney through October 17. Families will learn about Burchfield and create drawings based on observations from the unique vantage points on the High Line.
Where: Chelsea Market PassageWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Ages 6-12How: No RSVP requiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.thehighline.org/
Saturday, September 11 through Sunday, September 12 - The LES Girls Club's East Village Earth Circus
Enjoy two full days of entertainment, music, dancing, yoga classes, art activities, performers and over 20 environmentally-minded organizations for you to get involved with.
Where: Tompkins Square ParkWhen: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.girlsclub.org/about/howl
Saturday, September 11 - "It's Time for Tea" at the Scholastic Store
Visit The Scholastic Store for the coolest tea party this side of Soho. Kids get tea time treats and story time with the new book Angel Cat Sugar Tea Party. Kids will also take part in the Angel Cat Sugar coloring competition. This event will be tea-rrific!
Where: Scholastic Store, 557 Broadway b/w Prince and Spring StreetsWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Ages 4+How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://store.scholastic.com/ or call (212) 343 - 6166. Events hotline (212) 343 - 6166 Option 4
Saturday, September 11 - Mad. Sq. Music: Studio Series Featuring Catie Curtis
Boston based singer-songwriter Catie Curtis is a 15-year veteran of the folk circuit, with songs featured on Dawson’s Creek, Felicity, Alias, Chicago Hope, and Grey’s Anatomy. She’ll perform on the Studio stage with Lindsay Mac playing cello and Elana Arian playing fiddle.
Upstate New Yorkers Mike and Ruthy, formerly of The Mammals, draw heavily on Ruthy’s traditional folk background and Mike’s rock-leaning sensibility.
Where: Southern end of Madison Square Park.When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.madisonsquarepark.org/Programs/MadSqMusic.aspx
Sunday, September 12 - Baby Loves Disco
Afternoon dance party with music by real djs so the whole family can get up an dance! Plus bubble machines, baskets of scarves and egg-shakers, a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles), diaper changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks and dancing, LOTS of dancing.
Where: Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker StWhen: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 6 months to 7 yearsHow: Buy Tickets at http://www.babylovesdisco.tickets.musictoday.com/BabyLovesDisco/calendar.aspxCost: $20 per walking human, family 4 pack for $60For more info: http://www.babylovesdisco.com
Sunday, September 12 - Author Event: Angeline Ballerina with Katharine Holabird
The celebrated author and creator of Angelina Ballerina reads from and signs copies of her new book, Angelina and the Royal Wedding, accompanied by the pirouetting mouseling "herself" (a costume character), who meets, greets, and poses for photos with friends and fans.
Where: Books of Wonder, 18 W 18th StWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3-7How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/
Monday, September 13 - New Mom's Luncheon: Sleep
How much and when your baby is sleeping is a major concern for many new moms. If you have questions about getting your baby to sleep through the night and on a regular nap schedule then you won't want to miss this babybites luncheon! Join fellow new moms for lunch, adult conversation and listen to an expert share sleeping tips. You will leave with some new sleep ideas and potentially some new mommy friends in your neighborhood.
Where: City Treehouse, 129 W 20th StWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Moms and babiesHow: RSVP: [email protected]Cost: $32 in advance, $40 day of
Wednesday, September 15 - Free Trial CircusYoga Kids Class
Don't miss this dynamic, fun and heartfelt class that explores the spirit of yoga and play. Learn Circus Skills (such as juggling, devil sticks, diabiolo, and more!), games, Partner and Group Acrobatics and Flying Partner Yoga. Class is 1 hour and will continue on Wednesdays at this time.
Where: Karma Kids Yoga, 104 14th Street, b/w 6th and 7th AvenuesWhen: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PMWho: For ages 7 and upHow: Class is free but call (646) 638 1444 or email [email protected] to registerCost: FreeFor more info: For more information, visit http://www.karmakidsyoga.com or call (646) 638-1444
Thursday, September 16 - Free Trial Baby Fingers Sign Language Class
Learn American Sign Language through songs and play with other parents and babies or toddlers. You'll learn key signs for communicating necessary words with your little one and watch in awe as your baby discovers the world of language. Class will continue on this day and time through November 18th.
Where: Karma Kids , 104 W 14th StWhen: 1:15 PM - 2:00 PMWho: For infants 3 months and upHow: Call 646-638-1444 or email [email protected] to reserve a spaceCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com
Thursday, September 16 - Cupcake Kids Make Yor Own Pizza Party
Cupcake Kids! has partnered with CBX to bring you a very special Make Your Own Pizza Party! They will be tossin' up tasty whole wheat pizzas with lots and lots of topping options... it's going to be a blast!
Where: Cupcake Kids Kitchen, 109 W. 27th St., 10th FloorWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Ages 8-13How: Pre-registration requiredCost: $15For more info: http://www.cupcakekids.com/; email [email protected]; call (212) 242-2248.
September 10th through September 16th
Friday, September 10 - Storytimes on Friday
McNally Jackson at 4pm for ages 0-2; Karma Kids at 3:00pm for ages 0-6
Where: McNally Jackson, 52 Prince Street; Karma Kids, 104 W 14th StWhen: n/aWho: 0-6How: Just Show UPCost: FreeFor more info: http://mcnallyjackson.com/; http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
Friday, September 10 - Bike and Roll's Free Bike Fridays
Borrow a bike for free for up to one hour at one of Bike and Roll's two locations on the island.
Where: Governor's IslandWhen: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Bikes must be returned by 4:30 PM)Who: Anyone who can ride a bikeHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.govisland.com/
Friday, September 10 - Art in the Park: EXPLORE/Create with Erasers!
10:00AM-12:30PM: Eraser Collages.
These aren't your average run-of-the-mill erasers! Come join us and use our funky, funny and brightly colored shaped erasers to create imaginative collages. We have every type of mini-eraser from footballs to fish to puppies. Children will paste the erasers onto paper and create the rest of the environment themselves! 2:00PM-4:30PM: EXPLORE!/Eraser Collages
These aren't your average run-of-the-mill erasers! Come join us and use our funky, funny and brightly colored shaped erasers to create imaginative collages. We have every type of mini-eraser from footballs to fish to puppies. Children will paste the erasers onto paper and create the rest of the environment themselves! 2:00PM-4:30PM: EXPLORE!/Eraser Collages
Where: Madison Square ParkWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (second session at 2:00 PM)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.madisonsquarepark.org/
Friday, September 10 - Moving Through Art Family Program @ The Rubin Museum
Move your body to interpret lines and shapes. Translate visual art into imaginative poses, movement and sound.
Where: Rubin Museum, 150 W. 17th StreetWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Friday)Who: Ages 3-5How: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344Cost: $10 ($5 for members)For more info: www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000 x 344
Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 - Free Art Island Outpost - Circus
Wire Sculptures: inspired by Alexander Calder, create animal wire sculptures
Where: Governors IslandWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.cmany.org
Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 - Children's Museum of Art Guided Workshops
Try one of the Guided Workshops where children work in small groups with teaching
artists. Upcoming workshops: Friday Sept 10th- Collaborative Tree (ages 3+); Saturday Sept 11th - Strata Clay (ages 5+); Sunday Sept 12th - Cubism(ages 6+); Wednesday, Sept 15th - Paper-Mache(ages 3+); Thursday Sept 16th- Towers(ages 4+)
artists. Upcoming workshops: Friday Sept 10th- Collaborative Tree (ages 3+); Saturday Sept 11th - Strata Clay (ages 5+); Sunday Sept 12th - Cubism(ages 6+); Wednesday, Sept 15th - Paper-Mache(ages 3+); Thursday Sept 16th- Towers(ages 4+)
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 182 Lafayette (between Broome & Grande)When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Closed Monday & Tuesday)Who: Varies based on the workshopHow: No reservations requiredCost: $10 per person for admissions (Admission costs cover all workshops and materials)For more info: http://cmany.org/ or call (212) 274 - 0986
Saturday, September 11 - Storytimes on Saturday
Borders at 11am for all ages; McNally Jackson at 12pm for ages 3-7; Chatham Square Library at 11am for ages 4-8
Where: Borders, 576 2nd Ave; McNally Jackson, 52 Prince St; Chatham Square, 33 E BroadwayWhen: n/aWho: Varies by locationHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Borders, (212) 685-3938; McNally Jackson, (212)274-1160;Chatham Square Library, (212)964-6598
Saturday, September 11 - Art in the Park: EXPLORE!/Crazy for Crackers!
10:00AM-12:30PM: EXPLORE!
2:00PM-4:30PM: Animal Cracker Magnets.
Come and color these crazy crackers! We use animal crackers and paint to create fun mini-magnets for your refrigerator at home. But don't eat them, they're for decoration only!
Come and color these crazy crackers! We use animal crackers and paint to create fun mini-magnets for your refrigerator at home. But don't eat them, they're for decoration only!
Where: Madison Square Park PlaygroundWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (second session at 2:00 PM)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.madisonsquarepark.org/
Saturday, September 11 - FamilyDay@theCenter: Back to School Design
Design the kind of school you'd like to go to! Learn about cool school designs and then create your own ideal learning environment.
Where: Center fo Architecture FoundationWhen: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (second session at 2:00 PM)Who: Ages 5-13How: Pre-registration requiredCost: $20 per family of 4 ($10 for members)For more info: http://www.cfafoundation.org/
Saturday, September 11 through Sunday, September 12 - Magic Brunch at Cercle Rouge
See Ragidy Supreme perform tricks while enjoying a casual bistro brunch
Where: Cercle Rouge, 241 West BroadwayWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)Who: All AgesHow: Call to make a reservationCost: Free with prix fixe brunch ($19.95) and there is a kids' menu with meals starting at $5For more info: http://www.cerclerougeresto.com/pdf/Cercle-Magician.jpg or call (212_226-6252
Saturday, September 11 - Family Art Making -Ganesh loves Sweets!
Celebrate the Ganapati festival by meeting Ganesh and his brother in the galleries and hearing a story about their race around the world. Make Ganesh's favorite sweet!
Where: Rubin Museum, 150 W. 17th StreetWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Saturday Workshop)Who: Ages 6 and upHow: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344Cost: $10 ($5 for members)For more info: www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000
Sunday, September 12 - Storytimes on Sunday
Barnes & Noble Union Square at 2:30pm for all ages; Books of Wonder at 12pm for ages 0-7
Where: Barnes & Noble, 33 E. 17th St.; Books of Wonder, 18 W. 18th St.When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Barnes & Noble, (212) 253-0810; Books of Wonder, (212) 989-3270
Sunday, September 12 - Preservation Detectives at The Museum at Eldridge Street
Hunt for history in the 1887 Eldridge Street Synagogue in a fun-filled family program. Become a Preservation Detective and use a magnifying glass, binoculars and notepad, along with your ingenuity and imagination. Families will sleuth their way through our historic landmark and discover the past through interactive activities and art making. This month features Holiday Highlights.
Where: Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge StreetWhen: 1:00 AM (Every Sunday)Who: Ages 5-10How: Purchase tickets at the Museum's gift shopCost: $15 per familyFor more info: http://www.eldridgestreet.org/family-programs.html or call (212)219-0302
Sunday, September 12 - Jazz for Kids with Amy Cervini
Play percussion instruments, listen to kid-friendly jazz songs and learn about jazz.
Where: 55 Bar at 55 Christopher Street (at 7th Ave)When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 2-8How: Just show upCost: $5 per personFor more info: http://www.amycervini.com/jazz-for-kids
Sunday, September 12 - Starmite Puppets
Barry Keating's wildly imaginative and renowned STARMITE PUPPET troupe will perform a show featuring the hilarious adventures of twenty unique puppet characters on their quest for the perfect entertainment. Songs, surprises, audience participation, and a magical story are created live and on-the-spot by TONY Nominee Barry Keating (His original Broadway musical Starmites was nominated for Six TONY Awards including BEST MUSICAL.)
Where: City Treehouse; 129A W 20th Street, between 6th and 7th AvenuesWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Next show will be Sunday, October 10th)Who: Ages 3 to 8How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected] Space is limited!Cost: $20 in advance ($10 siblings) ($25 ($15) at the door)For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php; It's fun to get wet, so bring a change of clothes and your beach shoes if you plan to use the play space.
Tuesday, September 14 - Stargazing on the High Line
Join friends of the High Line and the Amateur Astronomers Association (AAA) of New York for Astronomy on the High Line. Here's the chance to use the AAA's high-powered telescopes, and get a lesson from the experts on the celestial wonders of New York's night sky.
Where: Under the Standard Hotel, between Gansevoort and 14th StreetsWhen: Telescopes will be set from dusk to 9:30PMWho: Ages 4 and upHow: No reservations requiredCost: FreeFor more info: In the event of rain, Stargazing will be cancelled. For updated information on weather-related changes, visit www.aaa.org
Tuesday, September 14 - Storytimes on Tuesday
Battery Park City Library at 2:00pm, all ages; Epiphany Library at 11am, ages 18 months to 3 years; Ottendorfer Library at 4pm, ages 5-12; Tompkins Square Library at 11:15t, ages 1-18 months
Where: See Info BelowWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: BPC 175 North End Ave; Epiphany 228 E 23rd St; Ottendorfer 135 2nd Ave; Tompkins Square 331 E 10th St.
Tuesday, September 14 - Art in the Park: Puppet Pandemonium!
10:00AM-12:30PM: Pom Pom Marionettes
Come create your own movable, animated puppet with strings and all! These silly -looking marionettes are constructed out of pom pons and pipe cleaners and you make them move and dance using popsicle sticks and yarn. Come and put on a show!
2:00PM-4:30PM: Film Container Finger Puppets
Let your digits dance with this tubular activity! Decorate empty, upside-down film containers with fabric, foil and a face of course to create an easy finger puppet that is just as easy to slip on or off!
Come create your own movable, animated puppet with strings and all! These silly -looking marionettes are constructed out of pom pons and pipe cleaners and you make them move and dance using popsicle sticks and yarn. Come and put on a show!
2:00PM-4:30PM: Film Container Finger Puppets
Let your digits dance with this tubular activity! Decorate empty, upside-down film containers with fabric, foil and a face of course to create an easy finger puppet that is just as easy to slip on or off!
Where: Madison Square ParkWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (second session at 2:00 PM)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
Wednesday, September 15 - Storytimes on Wednesday
Epiphany Library at 3, ages 3-5; Kips Bay Library at 11, ages 1.5-3; Ottendorfer Library at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 1.5-3 AND at 11:45am - Bop 'Til You Drop party, ages 1.5-3; Tompkins Square Library at 11, ages 1.5-3
Where: See Info BelowWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Epiphany Branch Library, 228 E. 23rd St. near 2nd Ave; Kips Bay Library, 446 Third Avenue at 31st St.; Ottendorfer Library, 135 2nd Ave. at 8th St; Tompkins Square Library, 331 E. 10th St. at Avenue B
Wednesday, September 15 through Friday, September 17 - Wee-Arts at the Children's Museum of the Arts
This popular program develops a young child's familiarity with art-making materials, including playdough, paints, glue and a variety of drawing tools. Wee-Arts encourages the process of experimentation, exploration and creative thinking. Music and story time with singing and drumming concludes each session.
Where: Children's Museum of the Arts, 182 Lafayette Street between Broome and GrandWhen: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 10 months to 3 1/2 yearsHow: Just show upCost: $22 per family (group of 3)For more info: www.cmany.org or (212) 274-0986
Wednesday, September 15 - Mini Mates Toddler Play Group
Stories, arts and crafts, music and free play provide an interactive and engaging time for your child.
Where: South Street Seaport Museum; 12 Fulton Street, 5th FloorWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Every Wednesday)Who: Ages 18 months to 3 years oldHow: Call (212) 748-8786 for more informationCost: Subscription charge per month: $50.00/child
Single day rate: $15.00/child
Member rate: $25.00/child per monthFor more info: http://www.seany.org/index1.aspx?BD=9021
Thursday, September 16 - Storytimes on Thursday
Epiphany Branch at 11, ages 0-18 months; Kips Bay Branch at 3:30, ages 3-8; New Amsterdam at 10:30 & 11:30, ages 0-18 months; Ottendorfer at 4, ages 3-6
Where: See Info BelowWhen: Recurring WeeklyWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Epiphany Branch Library, 228 E. 23rd St; Kips Bay Library, 446 Third Avenue; New Amsterdam Library, 9 Murray Street; Ottendorfer Library, 135 2nd Ave. at 8th St.
Friday, September 3 through Friday, September 17 - FACES: REAL AND IDEAL
Teens will explore how artists have represented themselves realistically and in idealized ways through portraiture, and create their own large-scale realistic and vividly imagined self portraits inspired by works at the museum, off-site field trips, drawings from models, and talks with artists and curators.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th StreetWhen: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Wednesday-Fridays)Who: For students in grades 8-12How: Apply online at rmanyc.org/artstudio or call (212) 620-5000 x337 for more information.Cost: $75 when you enter or mention the code ‘Enlightenment’ (fee includes museum admission and all materials)For more info: rmanyc.org/artstudio or call (212) 620-5000 x337
September 17th through October 30th
Friday, September 17 - Pajama Yoga
Kids should wear their pajamas to this special Friday night class! They will take a fantastical yoga adventure, then a story and yummy smelling foot rubs. Milk and cookies will be served after the class, then sweet dreams to follow! What a great way to end a tough week at school.
Where: Karma Kids, 104 W 14th StWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 4 - 6How: Please call (646)638-1444 to reserve a space for your child.Cost: $20 per childFor more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
Saturday, September 18 - Postcard Making
After a brief museum tour, kids will pretend that they have traveled the world to find the ultimate skyscraper. Once they have found their favorite skyscraper, they will create postcards to send to friends and family.
Where: The Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery PlaceWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 6+How: Registration is required by Friday, Sept 17th by 5PM by emailing [email protected] or calling 212-945-6324.Cost: Suggested donation - $5For more info: http://www.skyscraper.org or call (212) 968- 1961
Saturday, September 18 - Urban Foodies: Shake Shack
Join Cupcake Kids for an insider's tour of Danny Meyer's famous Shake Shack in Madison Square Park. Kids will learn fun facts including what's in their prize burgers, what's in a concrete, how they use wind power for electricity, and how long the line really is on a nice day. To top it all off, everyone gets to eat a ShackBurger for lunch and make their own sundaes with the famous frozen custard.
Where: Shake Shack, Madison Square ParkWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PMWho: Ages 9-13How: Registration RequiredCost: $65For more info: http://www.cupcakekids.com
Saturday, September 18 - The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That!
Filled with both adventure and silliness, THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT!, based on the acclaimed The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library book series, will appeal to preschoolers' natural curiosity, and engage them in the process of scientific exploration and discovery
Where: Borders, 576 2nd Ave (32nd & 2nd)When: 11:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.borders.com/ or call (212)685-3938
Sunday, September 19 - Ideya SalsaBaby Brunch
Join Jose Conde and Band for some great music that will get your little ones up on their feet and dancing while you enjoy a delicious Latin brunch. A great event for the whole family!
Where: Ideya Latin Bistro, 349 W Broadway between Broome and GrandeWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Call for Reservations: (212)625-1441Cost: Free with an a la carte brunch; Kids menu availableFor more info: http://www.ideya.net/ or call (212)625-1441
Sunday, September 19 - BYOK - Princess Katie & Steve the Racer
NYC-based kiddie rock band, Princess Katie & Racer Steve bring their wildly popular kiddie rock concerts BYOK, giving kids (and their incredibly hip adults) the chance to experience their high-energy, ultra-entertaining and seriously unique live show! Great musicianship, plenty of laughter and audience participation, make this show as much of an event as it is a concert.
Where: 92YTribeca, 200 Hudson StreetWhen: 11:00 AM (Every Sunday until Dec 5th)Who: All AgesHow: Order tickets online at http://www.92y.org/Cost: $15 for both kids and adults, children under 2-years-old free.For more info: http://www.92y.org or call 212.601.1000
Sunday, September 19 - Harmony on the Hudson
Music and Fun For All Ages! Laun & Stre Games, Art Activities, Food & Beverages. Don't miss Brady Rymer and the Little Band that Could at 3 PM follow by Bash the Trash at 4 PM. Bring a picnic blanket!
Where: Rober F Wagner, Jr ParkWhen: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show upCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.bpcparks.org/bpcp/events/events.php
Sunday, September 19 - Ziggy Marley
The ever-popular Big Red Chair Family Series returns for a third season with a lineup that includes Grammy award-winning Ziggy Marley, heart-warming performances of popular children’s books, two exciting new musicals from The Kennedy Center Theater, and an interactive theater adventure based on Star Trek, one of the most popular science fiction franchises of all time
Where: NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place at Washington SquareWhen: 3:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Buy Tickets: http://www.skirballcenter.nyu.edu/calendar/family_time_with_ziggy_marleyCost: $10-$30For more info: http://www.skirballcenter.nyu.edu/calendar/family_time_with_ziggy_marley or 212-352-3101
Wednesday, September 22 - Mom's Night Out with Sophie Kinsella
A fun evening of sweet treats, discount shopping, beauty treatments to celebrate the launch of Sophie Kinsella's new novel Mini Shopaholic
Where: Limelight Marketplace, 656 6th Ave (at 20th St)When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Adults OnlyHow: RSVP to [email protected]Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.bigcitymoms.com/
Saturday, September 25 - Let's Make Cupcakes
Everyone loves cupcakes - come learn how to make our fall-favorite carrot cupcakes from scratch and decorate them to our hearts content.
Where: Cupcake Kids, 109 W 27th StWhen: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (5-8 yrs at 9:30am; 2-4 yrs at 10:45am)Who: Ages 5-8 (drop off) at 9:30am; Ages 2-4 (with caregiver) at 10:45amHow: Registration RequiredCost: $55.00For more info: http://www.cupcakekids.com
Saturday, September 25 - Back to School Concert with Joanie Leeds
Concert plus bake sale, raffles, balloon animals and more. All proceeds benefit The Helene Marks Early Start foundation.
Where: 14th Street YMCA, 344 E 14th St at 1st AveWhen: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: Pre-register in advancedCost: Adult - $30.00 (USD); Family of Four - $75.00 (USD); Family of Three - $70.00 (USD);One Adult and One Child - $40.00 (USD)For more info: http://www.helenemarksearlystartfoundation.org/
Sunday, September 26 - Drumming Circle & Family Dinner Party
If you have never participated in a drumming circle it is hard to imagine how much fun it can be and how much rhythm you have and never knew about. Join City Treehouse for this family drumming session led by experienced Brazilian percussionists and vocalists. Percussion instruments of all types will be provided but feel free to bring your own.
Where: City TreehouseWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Ages 1-8How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]Cost: $30 per child ($35 at the door), all agesFor more info: Pizza, fruit, veggies, desserts and drinks will be provided for both kids and adults from 5:45-6:30p. The water table and treehouse play area will be open for free play after dinner.; http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php
Sunday, October 3 - Laurie Berkner at Town Hall
Tickets go on sale this week for this popular singer of toddler rock. It’s Everyone’s Birthday at The Laurie Berkner Band’s Birthday Party Concert!
What do you bring to a Birthday Party Concert?
1. Wear your favorite party hat (Any kind will do!)
2. Picture of a birthday cake (go to our website to download
the picture and color it in. Turn it in at the merchandise
table area for a chance to win a prize!)
3. An animal for your head because animals have birthdays too.
What do you bring to a Birthday Party Concert?
1. Wear your favorite party hat (Any kind will do!)
2. Picture of a birthday cake (go to our website to download
the picture and color it in. Turn it in at the merchandise
table area for a chance to win a prize!)
3. An animal for your head because animals have birthdays too.
Where: The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street (between 6th Avenue & Broadway)When: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Toddlers & Pre-SchoolersHow: To purchase tickets http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/030044C3A8404914?artistid=713140&majorcatid=10003&minorcatid=23Cost: TICKETS: : $25, $35 (Plus applicable fees.)
LAP BABIES UNDER 1 ARE FREE, but you must pick up a comp ticket from the box office on the day of the show!!For more info: http://www.laurieberkner.com/site/live.php?121 OPTIONAL: Bring a gift for a child in need by participating in our shoe drive sponsored by UMI shoes. We will be collecting pairs of new or gently used children's shoes (check your closets!) to be donated to Soles4Souls
Saturday, October 30 - The Ghosts of Greenwich Village Family Scavenger Hung
Kids and adults work together to uncover the stories of creepy places and the ghosts that have haunted them. Starring secret cemeteries, looming skeletons, the haunted homes of Edgar Allen Poe and Mark Twain, bats on a building, Dickensian doorknockers, Harry Potter’s nemesis, and a gorilla in a window.
Where: Starting at Washington Square ParkWhen: 3:30 PMWho: Ages 7 and upHow: Buy Tickets at https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/8214965Cost: Ages 7 to 17: $18.00/ Adults: $22.00For more info: http://watsonadventures.com/schedule.html
Apple Snacks
Apple slices, peeled of course, are one of the few fruits both of my kids will eat for a snack. In this version, you can us regular peanut butter, soynut butter, or sunflower seed butter to top apple slices, then sprinkle granola over them for a sweet and savory snack that's healthy, too. We are a soy and nut free house so we used sunflower butter
Ingredients:
2 apples
3-4 Tbsp. peanut butter, sunflower butter or soynut butter
2 Tbsp. granola
Directions:
Wash and core apples.
Slice crosswise into ...
At the Theater
Kid Friendly Performances
The Flying Karamazov Brothers: World-Famous Comic Jugglers in 4 PLAY
Where: Minetta LaneTheatre, 18 Minetta Lane
Description: The eternally youthful, Obie Award–winning comedy jugglers keep a number of balls in the air—music, jokes and theatrical lunacy—with another anarchic production about the human condition—dumbed-down enough for a family-filled audience.
Who: Ages 4 and up.
Cost: $25-$60
ImaginOcean
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
Description:Tony Award–nominated actor John Tartaglia has charmed kids in Sesame Street, Johnny and the Sprites and Shrek the Musical, and made adults laugh as the original Princeton in Avenue Q. His new venture is a one-hour family musical that follows a group of fish on a hunt for underwater treasures. Along the way the friends encounter "jiving jellyfish," "a strong-willed sea horse" and "lovable Leonard the Octopus." Special effects, like an ocean floor created with black lights, will have young sea urchins swooning.
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: $39
The Gazillion Bubble Show
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
Description: This ode to soap was created by Fan Yang, 16-time Guinness record holder for blowing the biggest soap bubble, and it features the full spectrum of his artistry. This program includes magic, lighting effects and…bubbles: giant bubbles, walls of bubbles, bubbles within bubbles. If you have any little Pigpens running around, perhaps this show will convey soap’s allure.
Who: Ages 5 and up.
Cost: $39.50–$64.50
Pinkalicious
Where: Bleeker Street Theatre, 45 Bleeker Street
Description: A tot obsessed with eating pink cupcakes finds herself turning her favorite rosy hue (which still beats the stuffing out of getting fat) in this musical with book and lyrics by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann and music by John Gregor. Teresa K. Pond directs.
Who: All ages.
Cost: $29.50
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street beginning Sept 9th
Description: Now in the brand new family musical, Freckleface Strawberry, based on the beloved New York Times Best Selling book by celebrated actress Julianne Moore, you and your family can step inside the book's pages with Freckleface and friends as they learn to love the skin they're in.
Who: All Ages
Where: 45 Bleecker St. (Bleecker Street Theater)
Description: The Quantum Eye is Sam Eaton's entertaining and fascinating exploration of mentalism, magic, perception and deception, where extraordinary ability and gentle humor blend with the audience to make for a different performance every time. Join Sam on a journey past the limits of possibility in a show you will never forget.
Who: Ages 8+
Cost: $47-77
Disney Live! presents Mickey's Magic Show!
Where: St. George Theater
Description: Mickey, Minnie and a host of Disney friends come together with world-class magicians to perform magic from legendary Disney films right before your eyes. See the Fairy Godmother transform Cinderella's rags into a beautiful ball gown in a split second; the spectacular levitation of Aladdin's Princess Jasmine; and the enchanted dancing brooms of Fantasia. Join Donald and Goofy, Alice and the Mad Hatter, and many more for a one-of-a-kind stage show you'll never forget. Mickey's Magic Show is a whole new way to experience Disney Magic with your family!
Who: All Ages
Cost: Save $10! Enter the code "SOCIAL" in the "Special Offers" box and select the regular priced $46, $36, or $20 price levels to receive the savings
Call for Peace Flags at the Rubin Museum of Art
Help in the celebration of the International Day of Non-Violence
In celebration of the International Day of Non-Violence, and the Rubin Museum’s Peace Lab Family Day, people of all ages are invited to create and submit their own peace flag. The completed flags will be strung together and hung throughout the museum during Family Day on October 2, 2010.
The International Day of Non-Violence marks Mohandas “Mahatma” Gandhi’s birthday, and his philosophy of satyagraha, or non-violent resistance. The peace flags hung at the Rubin Museum will reflect peoples’ personal interpretations, feelings, and thoughts about satyagraha and what peace ...
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