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Hanukkah events have come to an end, but there are still lots of fun holiday events to come!

Snow flurries fell for the first time this week much to the delight of my children.  They are really looking forward to the first big snow fall.  They are also excited to bake cookies, do some holiday crafts and see Santa at Macy's.

There are so many wonderful family friendly events in this week's newsletter to keep your kiddies busy all week especially throughout the weekend. Now that the cold weather has set in there are some great options for entertaining the kids indoors. If you are planning a trip to see Santa visit a child grows in brooklyn's 'Where to See Santa in New York City and Brooklyn 2010.'  One place you can find him is at the World Financial Center Winter Garden starting at 10am all weekend.  If you want to take in a show The New York Pops will perform 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' at Carnegie Hall and TribecaPAC will put on a production of Swimmy, Fredrick & Inch by Inch both on Saturday. Sunday head to the Annual Santa Rescue at the New York City Fire Museum or enjoy a delicious Lunch with Frosty at the McBurney Y.  If you want to bundle up and get outside The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens it is definitely worth a trip to the Bronx (it is best to buy your tickets in advance).

Congratulations to last week's winners. Suzan J will be going to see ImaginOcean and Lisa A. is getting the Cradle Rocks CD.  Don't miss this week's exciting Family Photo Session giveaway from Brittany Ostrov Photography!

Happy Holidays!


Giveaway: Family Portrait Session

This week we are excited to present Brittany Ostrov Photography.  Brittany turned her love of photographing her younger sister into a career.  Browse her portfolio to see how she is able to capture tender moments between family members as well as carefree action shots.  

Brittany is offering the lucky winner one outdoor portrait session (1-1.5 hours) for up to five family members as well as two 5 x 7 gift prints.   Additional prints and high resolution images would be available for purchase on her website.

You can brave the ...


Macaroni Holiday Lessons

There will inevitable be that day, that your child comes home all up in arms about how this person at school has so much more than they do.

Why can I have that, go there, do that, buy this.  I want more.....more, more, more.  Yes, you are correct; jealousy has reared its ugly head. 

Male or female, young or old, we all get bitten by the jealousy bug at some point.  Not only is it common, it's human.  As an adult I have become jealous from time to ...


Nutcracker for Beginners

New York Theatre Ballet's Production is Short in Length, Long on Dazzle

Far be it from me to knock traditional versions of "The Nutcracker". But for the littlest audiences, the holiday classic can be a bit too much sugarplum to digest. For the past 26 years, the New York Theatre Ballet has been delighting children with its own take on the tale  – a one-hour confection whipped up for tots (and with tickets between $34 to $39 apiece, the prices are easier to swallow as well).


14 professional dancers and 40 young ballet students gracefully and energetically share the oft-told story of Clara ...


Peppermint Eggnog

6 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
4 cups whole milk
15 peppermint candy canes, broken into pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream
Peppermint sticks, for decoration


Directions

Whisk together eggs, egg yolk, sugar, salt and the extracts in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until combined.  Add milk, whisking until mixed fully.  Cook on medium, whisking constantly until mixture registers 160 degrees or is thick enough to ...

This Week's Picks:

December 10th through December 15th

Friday, December 10 - Polar Express Party at Barnes & Noble

Children of all ages are invited to experience holiday joy at The Polar Express Storytime on Friday, December 10 at 7 p.m. Visit the Children's Department for a reading of Chris Van Allsburg's beloved tale, along with other holiday favorites.
Where: Barnes & Noble Tribeca, 97 Warren St
When: 7:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/ or call 212-587-5389
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Saturday, December 11 through Sunday, December 12 - Gingerbread House Decorating Workshops

Start the holiday season off with a fun activity for the whole family. Decorate a gingerbread house with family and friends, or have one all to yourself! We provide endless candy,homemade gingerbread, icing, and live music. Bring your imagination; take home holiday memories. Contribute to the most festive fundraiser in town! 
Where:  Church Street School for Music and Art, 74 Warren St
When: Saturdays at 2:15 & 4pm; Sundays at 11, 1 and 3
Who: All Ages
How: Call 212-571-7290 to register today or email [email protected] to register, please include name, phone number, number of houses, number of people, and preferred workshopdate and time. You will receive a call to confirm registration and take payment.
Cost: $100/house
For more info: call 212-571-7290 or visit Church Street School website
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Saturday, December 11 through Monday, December 13 - Santa's Winter Garden at the World Financial Center

The beautiful Winter Garden is the setting for Santa, his reindeer and some lively Elves! Bring your family, co-workers, partners and friends for a holiday photo with the Gent of Generosity. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Art Education for the Blind/Art Beyond Sight, a not-for-profit organization in New York City, whose mission is to make art and visual culture accessible to people who are blind, visually impaired, or have other disabilities by providing and promoting the tangible benefits of art education, museum visits, and art making. 
Where: World Financial Center Winter Garden, 200 Vesey Street
When: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Closes at 5pm on Sunday)
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.artsworldfinancialcenter.com/
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Saturday, December 11 - Body Buildings at the Skyscraper Museum

Kids will work together to make a city skyline with their bodies. Come learn about all the different shapes of skyscrapers and then use poster paper and your silhouette to make your very own building! 
Where: The Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery Place 
When: 10:30 AM - 11:45 PM
Who:  Ages 3-9
How: Registration is required by Friday, Dec 10th by 5PM by emailing [email protected] or calling 212-945-6324.
Cost: Suggested donation - $5
For more info: http://www.skyscraper.org or call (212) 968- 1961
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Saturday, December 11 - PS/IS 276 2010 Winter Carnival

Enjoy crafts, games, potluck and a holiday tag sale! From a bounce house and face painting to face painting and arts & crafts there is some thing fun for everyone in your family.
Where: PS/IS 276, 55 Battery Place
When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: $3 plus additional tickets required for food, games and activities (cash only)
For more info: http://www.bpcschool.org/
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Saturday, December 11 - Swimmy, Frederick & Inch by Inch at Tribeca PAC

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s latest production is drawn from Leo Lionni’s exquisitely crafted Caldecott Honor books, Swimmy,Inch by Inch and Frederick.
Where: BMCC Tribeca PAC, 199 Chambers Street
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Ages 3+
How: Buy Tickets Online
Cost: $25
For more info: http://www.tribecapac.org
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Saturday, December 11 - Carnegie Hall Family Concert: The New York Pops

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with the New York Pops performing the beloved children's tale, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, as well as other holiday favorites.
Where: Carnegie Hall, Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, 57th Street and 7th Avenue
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Call 212-247-7800 for tickets
Cost: $9-$20
For more info: http://www.carnegiehall.org/
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Sunday, December 12 - 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 Grande
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Call for Reservations: (212)625-1441
Cost: Free with an a la carte brunch; Kids menu available
For more info: http://www.ideya.net/ or call (212)625-1441
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Sunday, December 12 - Lunch with Frosty at the McBurney YMCA

Enjoy a day of arts & crafts, an indoor playground, face painting, holiday music and goodies plus lunch and prizes.  Fun for the whole family!
Where: McBurney YMCA, 125 W 14th St
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Tickets can be purchased at the McBurney YMCA Member Service Desk 
Cost: Members: $10/family with 1 adult plus 3 children; $12/family with 2 adults plus 3 children Non-members:  $12/family with 1 adult plus 3 children; $15/family with 2 adults plus 3 children
For more info: ymcanyc.org/mcburney or Contact Karen Corchado at 212-912-2315
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Sunday, December 12 - BYOK at the 92Y|Tribeca featuring Bubble Do the Beatles: Songs from 'The White Album'

NYC pop group Bubble perform a special "best of" concert of selections from The Beatles 1968 classic White Album at a family friendly concert. From rock n' rollers like "Back In The USSR", "Everybody's Got Something To Hide Except For Me And My Monkey" and "Birthday" to gentle acoustic numbers like "I Will,” "Cry Baby Cry" and everything in between, The Beatles crammed two records full of more ideas than most bands do in their entire careers. At this morning performance Bubble will introduce kids (and reintroduce their parents) to some of the best moments from this landmark album.
Where:  92YTribeca, 200 Hudson Street
When: 11:00 AM (Every Sunday)
Who: All Ages
How: Purchase tickets online
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
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Sunday, December 12 - New York City Fire Museum Annual Santa Rescue

 After FDNY firefighters bravely rescue Santa, he will be available for gift requests and pose for photos until 2:30pm. Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be available for purchase in the Museum's third floor Christmas Cafe and Christmas carols will be performed live by John Clacher's firehouse band.
Where: New York City Fire Museum, 278 Spring between Hudson and Varick Sts
When: 11:30 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Buy Tickets Here
Cost: Adults: $7; Under 18: $5
For more info: http://nycfiremuseum.org/
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Sunday, December 12 - One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase

The One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase gives everyone an opportunity to participate in an enthralling, whimsical celebration of the imagination. From Kevin O'Keefe's suitcase an entire circus emerges: tent, band, lights, the boisterous ringmaster Steve Fitzpatrick, the officious Mervin Merkle, the incredible Bumbilini Family, the Magician to the Stars Clyde Zerbini, and Keefer--an innocent trying to runaway and join the circus. However, the most important performers emerge from the audience. Each performance becomes a dialogue between the characters and the audience--a light-hearted collaboration
Where: Bowery Poetry Club, 308 Bowery
When: 12:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up (Box office opens at 11am)
Cost: $10
For more info: http://www.circusminimus.com/; http://www.bowerypoetry.com/
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Sunday, December 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 - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-8
How: Just show up
Cost: $5 per person
For more info: http://www.amycervini.com/
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Sunday, December 12 - Holiday Ornaments at City Treehouse

Ornaments are a lovely gift to give to someone special each year.  Come help your child make 4 different ornaments that will be treasured for years to come.   We will also enjoy a special holiday story and treat. Hosted by Elyse Rosati of By Little Hands. Adult supervision is required.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th St (between 6th & 7th Ave)
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 2.5-6
How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]
Cost: $25 per child
For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
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Sunday, December 12 - Junie B. Jones at TribecaPAC

This musical is based on Barbara Park’s Junie B. Jones series of books. Outspoken, precocious, lovable Junie B. Jones stars in a colorful, funny, fast-paced musical about new friends, new glasses, sugar cookies, the annual kickball tournament, and other various first-grade angst-ridden situations.
Where: TribecaPAC, 199 Chambers Street
When: 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 5+
How: Buy Tickets Online
Cost: $25
For more info: http://www.tribecapac.org/
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Sunday, December 12 - The Greenwich Village Orchestra Annual Family Concert

The concert will feature Benjamin Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto and more.
Where: Washington Irving Auditorium, Irving Place between 16th and 17th Sts
When: 3:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Purchase Tickets
Cost: $10/family
For more info: http://www.gvo.org/
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Monday, December 13 - Holiday Sing-A--Long with Erin Lee Kelly at City Treehouse

Award winning singer-songwriter Erin Lee Kelly will host a special sing-a-long for little ones and their grownups. With familiar chants, rhymes and songs, it's a perfect way to stay warm on a winter morning! Audiences are asked to participate as a group, allowing both outgoing and more reserved children to join in and take part!
We'll sing everything from "Old Macdonald" to seasonal favorites like "Jingle Bells" and "Frosty the Snowman". Come to sing and stay to splash!
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: All Ages
How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected] Space is limited!
Cost: $15/child ($20 at the door)
For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
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Wednesday, December 15 - Free Trial Circus Yoga at Karma Kids

Join us for CircusYoga! 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. For ages 6 and up. Learn to FLY!
Where:  Karma Kids Yoga, 104 W. 14th Street b/w 6th and 7th Avenue
When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who:  Ages 6+
How: Call (212) 638-1444 or email [email protected] to register 
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/
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This Week's Calendar:

December 10th through December 16th

Friday, December 10 - Storytimes on Friday

McNally Jackson at 4pm for ages 0-2; Karma Kids at 3:00pm for ages 0-6; Ottendorfer Library  at 10:30am, ages 0-3; Hamilton Fish Park Games at 3:30 for ages 5-12
Where: McNally Jackson, 52 Prince Street; Karma Kids, 104 W 14th St; Ottendorfer, 135 Second Avenue (near E. 8th St.); Hamilton Fish Park, 415 E Houston St
When: n/a
Who: 0-6
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://mcnallyjackson.com/; http://www.karmakidsyoga.com/; Ottendorfer; Hamilton Fish Park
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Friday, December 10 through Sunday, December 12 - Chorus Tree Performance at the South Street Seaport

Carolers perform Fridays at 6 & 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 3 & 4 p.m. through Christmas. This weeks performances will be by Cantori New York
Where: South Street Seaport
When: Fridays at 6 & 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 3 & 4 p.m
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.southstreetseaport.com/
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Friday, December 10 - Junior Officers Discovery Zone

A fun interactive learning exhibit for children to introduce them to the New York City Police Department. Explore four sections: Police Academy, Park and Precenct, Emergency Services Unit and a Mulit-Purpose Area.
Where: New York City Police Museum, 100 Old Slip between Water and South Street
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Adults: $7 Seniors, students and children: $5 Children under 2: Free Members of Service: Free
For more info: New York Police Museum
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Friday, December 10 through Friday, January 14 - Union Square Holiday Market

Visit t the 16th annual Union Square Holiday Market. With over 100 merchants bringing in some of the most unique gifts ever, this is the place do your holiday shopping, or just enjoy browsing! Some of the items you will find this year: hand-blown glass housewares . . . local, handmade leather belts . . . bags and accessories made from recycled plastic . . . a variety of handmade jewelry . . . gloves . . . hats . . . Tibetan crafts . . . there are so many beautiful things -- be sure to come and check them out.
Where: Union Square at West 14th St
When: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed Thanksgiving Day)
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.urbanspacenyc.com/union-square/
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Friday, December 10 through Sunday, December 12 - Children's Museum of Art Guided Workshops

Try one of the Guided Workshops where children work in small groups with teaching
artists. Visit the CMA website for upcoming workshop themes and age recommendations.
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 workshop
How: No reservations required
Cost: $10 per person for admissions (Admission costs cover all workshops and materials)
For more info: http://cmany.org/ or call (212) 274 - 0986
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Friday, December 10 - Happy Holiday Paper Craft Lesson at Bit'z Kids

At this special Happy Holiday origami class the kids can create an origami “Ginger bread photo frame”! Bring a PHOTO!
Where: BIT'Z KIDS Tribeca, 275 Greenwich Street
When: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Ages 2-8
How: Register Here
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.bitzkidsnyc.com/
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Friday, December 10 - Miss Nina Sings at Birch

Join Miss Nina for stories, singing and dancing.  Your child will be on their feet jumping, dancing and singing along to Miss Nina original songs as well as some classics in the cozy library at Birch Coffee. 
Where: Birch, 7 E 27th St (at the Gershwin Hotel)
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 1-5
How: Just Show Up
Cost: $5/child
For more info: Visit Miss Nina's website
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Saturday, December 11 through Saturday, December 18 - Gingerbread House Decorating at TasteBuds

Celebrate the Season with family bonding and gingerbread fun! Each parent/child pair will work together to design and decorate their very own gingerbread house. Take a break from last-minute gift shopping and get messy in the kitchen - you and your creative chef will love the endless decorating options, from frosted candy roof to pretzel picket fence! Everyone will enjoy the cheerful holiday tunes and hot cider, not to mention the fun and interactive parent/child quality time. Spread the Holiday cheer by bringing home your one of a kind gingerbread creation! 
Where: TasteBuds, 109 W 27th St
When: Check the website for specific times
Who: Ages 2-14
How: Register Online
Cost: $75
For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
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Saturday, December 11 - The Ho-Ho-Holiday Midtown Family Scavenger Hunt

Kids and adults discover the best of midtown’s holiday displays on this seasonal scavenger hunt, including Grand Central Terminal, the model train display in the Transit Museum Annex, window displays along Fifth Avenue, the Rockefeller Center tree and other festive highlights. Kids must be accompanied by adults and vice versa.
Where: Grand Central Station
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 10+ accompanied by an adult
How: Register in Advance
Cost: Ages 10 to 17 $18.00;   Adult $22.00
For more info: http://watsonadventures.com/
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Saturday, December 11 - Family Jam at Moomah

Join Moomah and Story Pirates on Saturdays for our mixed age/sibling class. Come rock out to The Beatles, Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen and other masters of rock. Supertryer will be making frequent appearances as he loves trying to rock.
Where: Moomah,  161 Hudson Street
When: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: $25 for the first child, $15 for additional child (grown-ups are free)
For more info: http://www.moomah.com/classes/
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Saturday, December 11 through Sunday, December 12 - Magic Brunch at Cercle Rouge

See Ragidy Supreme perform tricks while enjoying a casual bistro brunch
Where: Cercle Rouge, 241 West Broadway
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Who: All Ages
How: Call to make a reservation
Cost: Free with prix fixe brunch ($19.95) and there is a kids' menu with meals starting at $5
For more info: http://www.cerclerougeresto.com/ or call (212_226-6252
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Saturday, December 11 - Family Art Making - Green Greetings

Families will create eco-friendly holiday cards for their friends and loved ones with recycled and natural materials inspired by tales from the Himalayas.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W. 17th Street (between 6th & 7th Aves)
When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Saturday Workshop)
Who: Ages 6 and up 
How: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344
Cost: $10 ($5 for members)
For more info: www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000
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Saturday, December 11 - Holiday Dining Classes for Kids with socialsklz:-)

Prepare for the holiday season's frenzy of fancy dinners and festivities during a 25 minute session covering how to set the table properly, how to eat and use utensils, mealtime manners and more. NYC based socialsklz:-) offers interactive workshops for children and young adults featuring social interaction and communication skills, or what was once known as manners and etiquette! 
Where: Jade's ToyBox & Egg by Suzan Lazar Holiday Pop-up Store, 475 Greenwich St between Canal & Watts (entrance on Watts St)
When: 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 4+
How: RSVP to [email protected]
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.jadestoybox.com/; Jade's ToyBox specializes in eco-friendly, educational, theme based toys & books.
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Saturday, December 11 - Saturday Open Studio at the Rubin Museum

Now anyone feeling inspired by what they see in the galleries can stop by the studio and use art-making materials to let their creativity flow.
Where: Rubin Museum, 150 W. 17th Street 
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Every Saturday)
Who: All Ages
How: For registration, tickets and box office, call (212) 620 - 5000 x 344
Cost:  Free with museum admission
For more info:  www.rmanyc.org or (212) 620-5000 x 344 
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Saturday, December 11 - Little Superstars at City Treehouse

TONY Nominee Barry Keating's video workshop for dramatically gifted children (yours!).  This 90 minute workshop incorporates theatre games, improvs, interviews costume fun, music, songs, comedy and puppets.  Video of the performances will be edited into a fabulous, super-fun dvd for each participant to share with family and friends.  Give your child a taste of SuperStardom in this cutting edge, imaginative experience.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A West 20th Street, between 6th & 7th Avenues
When: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Ages 7-11
How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]
Cost: $50 in advance ($25 siblings) / $55 ($30) at the door
For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/
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Sunday, December 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/a
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: Barnes & Noble, (212) 253-0810; Books of Wonder, (212) 989-3270
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Sunday, December 12 - History Illuminated Family Program at The Museum at Eldridge Street

Investigate Eldridge Street’s Victorian lighting and stunning stained glass to bring the synagogue’s story to light. Make a holiday gift to share the light with others during the holiday season.
Where: Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge Street
When: 1:00 PM (Every Sunday)
Who: Ages 5-10
How: RSVP to [email protected]
Cost: $15 per family
For more info: http://www.eldridgestreet.org/ or call (212)219-0302
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Sunday, December 12 - Holiday Musical Story Hour with Storytime by Design

Come enjoy a Holiday Musical Story Hour with Storytime by Design.  Storytime By Design is a children’s entertainment company specializing in producing musical story hours.  
Where: 1 Rector Park Children's Playroom, 333 Rector Place
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 6 months -5
How: RSVP to [email protected]
Cost: Free
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Sunday, December 12 - Children's Galleries for Jewish Culture

Visit over eighty interactive stations in two fun exhibitions for children:  From Home to Home: Jewish Immigration to America and From Tent to Temple: Life in the Ancient Near East. In From Home to Home, children pack small trunks, shop in a supermarket while decoding a new language, design a neighborhood and much more. Hunting for food, grinding wheat, and weaving cloth are just some of the exciting activities in From Tent to Temple. Anytime during your visit, join us in the art room for the art activities.  This weeks activity is:  Learn how to weave using multicolored yarn; make hand puppets of 19th century immigrants
Where: 515 W 20th St between 10th and 11th Avenues
When: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 5 - 12
How: Just Show Up
Cost: $8
For more info: http://www.cgjc.org; Strollers cannot be accommodated; No children under 5 years old will be admitted.
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Sunday, December 12 - Little Italy Holiday Concert & Live Nativity Performance

6:30 - 7:15 PM - Live Nativity Performance;  7:30 - 8:00 PM - Holiday Concert starring Tre Bella; 8:00 - 8:45 - Live Nativity Performance
Where: Most Precious Blood Church, 109 Mulberry St, between Canal and Hester Sts
When: 6:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://littleitalyguide.com/; The 4th Annual East Meets West Parade will be on Dec 18th starting at 2 PM a the intersection of Canal and Mulberry Sts
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Monday, December 13 - Storytimes on Monday

Battery Park City Library at 4pm, ages 3-5; Ottendorfer at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 0-18months; Hamilton Fish Park: Write Now at 4pm, ages 5-12
Where: Battery Park City Library, 175 North End Avenue (at Murray Street); Ottendorfer 135 Second Avenue (near E. 8th St.); Hamilton Fish Park Library, 415 East Houston St
When: Libraries are closed for Columbus Day
Who: All ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: Battery Park Cit; Ottendorfer; Hamilton
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Monday, December 13 through Wednesday, December 15 - Big Apple Chorus at the Winter Garden

This season, the World Financial Center will be suffused with festive music of delightful Big Apple Chorus. Throughout December, this popular NYC ensemble will perform a cappella versions of your favorite holiday tunes. 
Where: Winter Garden at the World Financial Center, 220 Vesey St at West St
When: 12:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.artsworldfinancialcenter.com/
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Tuesday, December 14 - Sing Me a Story, Read me Song! Emily Ellison Music for Children!

Emily Ellison introduces readers to the great world of exciting picture, story, and song books full of music and sound. Children will revel in the joy of reading while singing, dancing, and stomping their feet, and experiment with various rhythm instruments.
Where: Offendorfer Library, 135 2nd Avenue
When: n/a
Who: Ages 2-8
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/
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Tuesday, December 14 - Everyone Gets a Song Workshop

Sing-alongs, storytelling, puppet shows and playtime. Using themes from kids’ own worlds as the source material, this class organically builds language skills and developmental connections.
Where: Moomah, 161 Hudson Street
When: Class day & time varies by age
Who: Infants (accompanied by caregiver)
Tuesdays: 11:30am-12:15pm
Wednesdays: 10:30am-11:15am

1 & 2 years (accompanied by caregiver)
Tuesdays: 9:30am-10:15am
Wednesdays: 9:30am-10:15am

3 & 4 years (caregiver welcomed)
Tuesdays: 2:45pm-3:30pm

mixed ages (caregiver welcomed)
Tuesdays: 10:30am-11:15am
How: Call 212-226-0345 to register
Cost: $40/drop-in
For more info: www.moomah.com or call 212 226 0345
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Tuesday, December 14 - Storytimes on Tuesday

Battery Park City Library at 11:30am, ages 0-18months; Ottendorfer Library at 4pm, ages 5-12; giggle at 4pm; Barnes & Noble at 11am, all ages
Where: See Info Below
When: n/a
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: BPC 175 North End Ave; Ottendorfer 135 2nd Ave; giggle, 120 Wooster Street; Barnes & Noble 97 Warren St 
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Tuesday, December 14 - Special Storytime at Tribeca Barnes & Noble

Stephanie Calmenson, beloved children's author, will be joining us for a Special Storytime on behalf of The Brooke Jackman Foundation.
Where: Barnes & Noble,Tribeca, 97 Warren St.
When: 1:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/
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Wednesday, December 15 - Storytimes on Wednesday

Ottendorfer Library at 11:15 & 1:30, ages 1.5-3; Tompkins Square Library at 4, ages 3-5; Battery Park City Library at 10:30, ages 1.5-3; Hamilton Fish Park at 11am, ages 1.5-3 and 4pm, ages 5-12
Where: See Info Below
When: n/a
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: Ottendorfer, 135 2nd Ave.; Tompkins Square, 331 E. 10th St. at Ave B; Battery Park City; Hamilton Fish Park, 415 E Houston St
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Wednesday, December 15 through Friday, December 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 Grand
When: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 10 months to 3 1/2 years
How: Just show up
Cost: $22 per family (group of 3)
For more info: www.cmany.org or (212) 274-0986
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Wednesday, December 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 Floor
When: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Every Wednesday)
Who: Ages 18 months to 3 years old
How: Call  (212) 748-8786 for more information
Cost: Subscription charge per month:  $50.00/child                
Single day rate:  $15.00/child 
Member rate:  $25.00/child per month 
For more info: http://www.seany.org/
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Wednesday, December 15 - Little Explorers Club: Travel the World Together!

Children explore a new terrain each month, from the tops of the tallest mountains to the depths of the seas. The Little Explorers pack their bags,  share stories, inspect artworks, and create crafts from around the globe.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17 Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult
How:  Call 212.620.5000 x274 to pre-register
Cost: $10 /$5 (members)
For more info: http://www.rmanyc.org/
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Thursday, December 16 - Storytimes on Thursday

Ottendorfer at 4, ages 3-6; Kumon at 11 & 1, ages 2-6(last Thurs of each month only); Strand Bookstore at 3:30, all ages
Where: See Info Below
When: Recurring Weekly
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: Epiphany Branch Library, 228 E. 23rd St;  Ottendorfer Library, 135 2nd Ave. at 8th St.; Kumon, 2 South End Ave; Strand Book Store, 822 Broadway
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Thursday, December 16 - Tiny Poets Time at Poets House

Tots will take part in a variety of activities such as listening to readings, participating in sing-alongs and watching puppet shows—all of which will incorporate lessons on poetry and rhyme
Where: Poets House, 10 River Terrace  (at Murray St)
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 1-4
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://poetshouse.org
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Thursday, December 16 - The Yak Packers: Early Childhood Art

In this program that encourages collaboration, Yak Packers look, touch, and
explore together, then create projects inspired by Himalayan art.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th Street
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 2-4, accompanied by an adult
How: Just Show Up
Cost:  $10.00 (Member Price: $5.00)
For more info: http://www.rmanyc.org/
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Thursday, December 16 - Films for Children at the New Amsterdam Library

Films for children
Where: New Amsterdam Library, 9 Murray St.
When: 4:00 PM (closed 11/11 & 11/25)
Who: Ages 3-7
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: 212-732-8186, nypl.org
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Teen Scene:

Sunday, December 12 - Great Teen Novels at Books of Wonder

These ten authors will present their novels, take questions from the audience, and sign copies of all of their delightful works: RICHARD PECK - Three-Quarters Dead; DAVID LEVITHAN - Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares; RACHEL COHN - Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares; ESTHER FRIESNER - Threads and Flames; LISA GREENWALD - Sweet Treats & Secret Crushes; ADELE GRIFFIN - The Julian Game; FLYNN MEANEY - Bloodthirsty; KIRSTEN MILLER - The Eternal Ones; SAMANTHA SCHUTZ - You Are Not Here; MATT de la PEÑA - I Will Save You
Where: Book of Wonder, 18 W 18th Street
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 12+
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.booksofwonder.com/ or call 212-989-3270
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Plan Ahead:

December 17th through January 21st

Friday, December 17 through Thursday, December 23 - The Big Social Holiday Bazaar

The Big Social invites you to come and shop at 30+ Hester Street Fair Vendors at a beautiful indoor market in Nolita.  Find unique gifts and some warm treats int the holiday food court.
Where: 201 Mulberry Street 
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Open every Saturday and Sunday April- December)
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.hesterstreetfair.com/
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Friday, December 17 - Holiday Singing with NYC Lab School

The NYC Lab School High School Chorus welcomes the Winter Holiday season with a free outdoor concert on the High Line.
Where: High Line in the Chelsea Market Passage, near 15th Street. Closest entrances are the stairs & elevator at 14th Street and 10th Avenue, and the stairs & elevator at 16th Street and 10th Avenue.
When: 5:30 PM (second set at 6pm)
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: Hot cocoa and gingerbread by Tom Colicchio's Craft Sweets will be available for purchase at the event for $3. 
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Friday, December 17 - Holiday Caroling Concert at Trinity Church

The choirs of the Trinity Youth Chorus and the ISO-Trinity-Florentine Youth Orchestra (PS 89, PS 315, Chinatown-Florentine, Peppercorn, Junior and Senior Choristers) invite you to an informal concert of holiday music. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall after the concert. 
Where: Trinity Church on Broadway at Wall Street
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: For more information call 212.602.0800, email [email protected] or visit trinitywallstreet.org
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Saturday, December 18 through Sunday, December 19 - Family Weekend with the Mets at Citi

In celebration of the launch of its new flagship branch in Union Square, Citi will host a fun-filled family weekend at the branch with the Mets.  Mets Player Ike Davis will meet with families and sign autographs on Saturday, December 18, while Mets Legends Ron Darling and John Franco will do the same on Sunday, December 19. Family weekend also will feature:“Living” holiday windows that will recreate iconic NYC holiday scenes; Holiday Puppet Shows; A complimentary Gift Wrapping station; An appearance by Mr. Met;     Free shuttle buses to Citi Pond ice skating rink at Bryant Park; Treats from Momofuku Bakery and Milk Bar; and Holiday giveaways.
Where: Citi, corner of 14 St. and Broadway
When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (11am-3pm on Sunday)
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show up
Cost: Free
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Saturday, December 18 through Sunday, December 19 - A Wonderfully Flat Thing at 14th St Y

This show is based on a short story by Mark Twain.  It mixes dance, puppets and music and follows the story of several amimals including an ostrich and an elephant prince.
Where: 14th Street Y - LABA Theater, 344 E 14th St
When: 11:30 AM (Second show at 2:30 on Sunday)
Who: All Ages
How: Purchase Tickets Online
Cost: $15
For more info: http://14streety.interticket.com
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Saturday, December 18 - Holiday Cooking from Around the World at Whole Foods

Different cultures from around the world celebrate the winter holidays through family and food. In this class, kids of all ages will learn how to make some festive holiday dishes that tell the stories of Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. Afterwards, we’ll top things off and send our junior chefs home with some delicious, homemade hot cocoa.On the Menu: Three-Color Latkes; Chocolate Eggnog Floats; African Coconut Cake.
Where: Bowery Culinary Center, 95 Houston St
When: 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-5 at 12:00 PM Ages 6-9 at 2:00 PM (drop-off class) Ages 10-14 at 4:00 PM (drop-off class)
How: Register a child: Ages 2-5 , Ages 6-9. Ages 10-14
Cost: $30
For more info: http://wholefoodsmarket.com/
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Sunday, December 19 - Jazz-A-Ma-Tazz at Bowery Poetry Club

A Bowery Poetry Club favorite, acclaimed family performer Hayes Greenfield Goes Green with Jazz-A-Ma-Tazz. Described by Philip Glass as the "True Pied Piper of Jazz," and referred to as "the jazz equivalent of Leonard Bernstein," Greenfield inspires the inner jazz musician in all of us. Scat, dance, and sing, to jazzed up songs about our environment. 
Where: Bowery Poetry Club, 308 Bowery (Between Bleecker and Houston Sts)
When: 12:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up (Box office opens at 11am)
Cost: $10
For more info: http://www.bowerypoetry.com
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Sunday, December 19 - Scrooge & Marley, A Reading

Theater at Trinity will present the annual reading of Israel Horovitz’s adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley. This is a multi-generational event with audience participation. Directed by Deloss Brown.
 
Where: St. Paul’s Chapel (Broadway and Fulton Street)
When: 1:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Free
For more info: For further information call 212-602-0800 or visit www.trinitywallstreet.org
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Sunday, December 19 - Drumming Circle & Family Dinner Party at City Treehouse

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.
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.
Where: City Treehouse, 129A W 20th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: To register, call (212) 255-2050 or email [email protected]
Cost: $30 per child ($35 at the door)
For more info: http://www.citytreehouse.com/events.php
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Monday, December 20 through Saturday, January 8 - Mummenschanz

For nearly four decades, Mummenschanz has captivated audiences worldwide with its groundbreaking non-verbal theatre of movement and transformation. In the surreal, comic, wordless universe of Mummenschanz, everyday objects such as toilet paper, wires, tubes, and boxes spring to life to become fantastical characters, and abstract forms and ordinary shapes interact in surprising ways to reveal timeless truths about human connections and relationships. The troupe creates a playful and uniquely memorable experience through an inventive use of forms, shadow and light and creative manipulation of sculptural, expressive masks. The result is a visually stunning spectacle of family entertainment that sparks the imagination.
Where: NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place at Washington Square
When: n/a
Who: All Ages
How: Buy Tickets in Advance
Cost: $45-$75
For more info: http://www.skirballcenter.nyu.edu/ or call 212-352-3101
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Monday, December 20 through Wednesday, December 22 - Holiday Cookie Creations at Taste Buds

Beat the winter blues with a three-day cookie camp! Join us in the kitchen where it's warm and cozy: we'll teach your kids how to bake classic winter treats like Gingerbread Men, Star of David Sugar Cookies and Jolly Snowman Bread. Students will learn about basic safety procedures in the kitchen, sharpen their math skills with recipe measurements and learn to work with a variety of baking utensils and ingredients. 
Where: Taste Buds, 109 West 27th Street, 10th Floor (btw 6th & 7th Avenues)
When: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Ages 4-8 at 9:30am; Ages 9-13 at 12:30pm-2:30pm)
Who: Ages 4-8 yrs at 9:30am; Ages 9-13 yrs at 12:30pm
How: Register Online
Cost: $225.00
For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com; 212-242-2248; [email protected]
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Sunday, December 26 through Saturday, January 1 - PASTA! A Pop Ups Puppet Musical

New!  Join the Pop Ups for an educational and musical adventure through the magical land of Brooklyn! Help Jason and Jacob find ingredients to make the best pasta sauce ever! Prepare for a high-energy live act involving life-drawing, dance-beats, colorful puppets, animals, trains, guitar riffs, mermaids, gardens, instruments, vegetables, sparkles, and rocking interactive dance numbers that will catapult kids out of their seats guaranteeing a good time for everyone!
Where: Soho Playhouse, 15 Vandam Street
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 2+
How: Purchase Now or call (212) 691-1555
Cost: $20
For more info: http://www.thepopups.com
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Monday, December 27 through Thursday, December 30 - Warm & Cozy Winter Camp at Taste Buds

Christmas is over and you're feeling the winter blues? Come cozy up in our kitchen and learn some of our favorite comfort recipes. From gooey mac 'n cheese to warm pumpkin bread, we'll beat the chill outside by cooking with our friends!
Where: Taste Buds Kitchen, 109 W 27th Street
When: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 4-8 yrs at 9:30am (drop off); Ages 9-13 yrs at 12:30pm (drop off)
How: Register here 
Cost: $300
For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com/
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Saturday, January 1 - New Year's Treats at Taste Buds

Come ring in the New Year with us as we cook up foods said to bring good luck.  After all the celebrating New Years eve, come join us as we start the New Year off on the right food.  We will be making traditional New Years foods from around the world said to be lucky.   We will be making sparkling apple juice with grape straws, and red velvet whoopie pies.
Where: Taste Buds (formerly Cupcake Kids!), 109 West 27th Street, 10th floor (btw 6th & 7th avenues)
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 4-8, drop-off
How: Register Online
Cost: $40
For more info: http://www.tastebudscook.com or call 212-242-2248
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Friday, January 21 through Sunday, January 23 - Disney on Ice Princess Wishes

Enter a world of wishes with your favorite Disney princesses in Disney On Ice presents Princess Wishes. Tinker Bell represents the magic of Disney as she whisks you through a collection of enchanting and beloved Disney stories. Join Ariel as she yearns to explore the world above the waves. See Snow White find her one true love. Discover a whole new world with Jasmine. And, watch in wonder as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Aurora and Mulan all come true. Be sure to see this magical show where believing is just the beginning!
Where: Madison Square Garden
When: n/a
Who: All Ages
How: Click here to buy tickets
Cost: Tickets starting at $12
For more info: http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/
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At the Theater

Ongoing Kid Friendly Performances

Angelina Ballerina The Musical

  • Where: Vital Theatre Company, 2162 Broadway at 76th Street, 4th Floor
  • Description: Everyone’s favorite mouse ballerina Angelina and all of her friends make the big jump from the television screen (on the PBS Kids series “Angelina Ballerina: The Next Steps”) to the stage in this musical production.
  • Who: Ages 3 to 12
  • When: Oct 2nd - Jan 2nd  Saturdays & Sundays at 11am & 1pm (Special Added Performances: Monday 10/11, Tuesday 11/2, Thursday 11/11, Friday 11/26, Friday 12/24, Monday 12/27, Tuesday 12/28, Wednesday 12/29 & Thursday 12/30)
  • Cost:  $29.50; PREMIUM - $49.50 (first three rows)

Big Apple Circus: Dance On!

  • Where: Lincoln Center/Damrosch Park ,62nd street between Columbus & Amsterdam Aves
  • Description: The World’s Greatest Circus artists swing into action in the spotlight under our intimate Big Top, where no seat is more than 50 feet from the ring! 
  • When: Oct 21 - Jan 09, 2011
  • Who:  All ages.
  • Cost: $25-$92

The Circus in a Trunk

  • Where: Canal Park Playhouse, 508 Canal Street
  • Description: The trio of clowns arrives with an antique trunk full of circus props, and discovers that the audience is already waiting, but the show is late.
  • When: Dec 3-26th, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays at 12 & 2pm
  • Who:  All ages.
  • Cost: $20

    • The Decaptalization Circus by Bread and Puppet Theater

  • Where:Theater for the New City, 155 First Ave between 9th & 10th Sts
  • Description: A play that demonstrates in numerous death-defying stunts the phantastic effects of the capitalization of life in the U.S. and citizens’ courageous efforts of decapitalization
  • When: December 2-19
  • Who:  All ages.
  • Cost: $12/adult; $6/children 12 and under

    • A Christmas Carol: The Musical

  • Where: The Players Theater, 115 MacDougal St between Minetta Ln and W 3rd St
  • Description: Literally Alive Children's Theater interpretation of the classic tale with a Scrooge more eccentric than mean and silly ghosts.
  • When: Nov 27th-Dec 10th
  • Who:  Ages 6+
  • Cost: $25-$40

    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

    Freckleface Strawberry

    • Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street
    • 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
    • Cost: Tickets from $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. 
    • Who: Ages 5 and up.
    • Cost: $39.50–$64.50

    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


    Lula Bell in Search of Santa

    • Where: Manhattan Children’s Theatre at 52 White Street (2 blocks south of Canal Street between Broadway & Church Streets)
    • Description: Manhattan Children’s Theatre is proud to kick off the holiday season with Lula Bell in Search of Santa. This hilarious original comedy for all ages follows Lula Bell, a rambunctious little girl who takes it upon herself to save the world when Santa Claus goes missing. With plenty of high-energy physical comedy for the kids, and a winking satirical edge for adults, this one is guaranteed to truly entertain all ages (and religions) as it travels from New York to the Amazon jungle, the Australian outback, outer space and all points between in search of the man in the big red suit.
    • When: November 13, 2010 – January 2, 2011, Saturdays & Sundays at Noon & 2pm (additional performances Dec 21st -23rd at 1:00pm)
    • Who:  All ages.
    • Cost: $20 a ticket

    Mimi & Gustav in Love and Pirates 

  • Where: Horse Trade Theater Group, 85 E 4th St
  • Description: Based on Denis Woychuk's beloved picture books about a hippopotamus, Mimi, and a mouse, Gustav, who get what they wish for: adventure, excitement & each other. Big & little, everyone has a special gift.
  • When: Nov 6-Dec 19th, Saturdays at 1pm and Sundays at 12pm
  • Who:  All ages.
  • Cost: $20/adult; $15/children and seniors

    • Momentum

  • Where: New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd st
  • Description: Boasting a cast of 10 outstanding young talents from as many different countries, MOMENTUM is a fiery fusion of physical feats set to unstoppable rhythms and beats. Exploring concepts of time and space, these amazing performers have created a new performance language with live music, stunning visuals and daredevil dance moves in combination with super-cool theatrical technologies outfitted specially for The New Victory.
  • When: Dec 3, 2010 – Jan 2, 2011, Fri at 7 pm, Sat at 2 & 7pm; Sun at 12 and 5pm
  • Who:  All ages.
  • Cost: $17 a ticket

    • The Nutcracker

    • Where: Lincoln Center Plaza, Columbus Avenue at 63rd Street
    • Description: The New York City Ballet's performance George Balanchine's The Nutcracker is the New York City Ballet is a breathtaking experience year after year.  This magical production includes than 150 dancers and musicians dressed as marching soldiers, mischievous mice and waltzing snowflakes dancing around a glowing Christmas tree.  
    • David H. Koch Theater
    • When: November 26th-January 2nd
    • Who:  All ages.
    • Cost: Starting at $20 a ticket

    Pinkalicious  

    • Where: The Vineyard’s Dimson Theatre, 108 East 15th 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

    The Quantum Eye

    • Where:  ZINC BAR, 82 West 3rd Street, between Thompson and Sullivan Streets
    • 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

    Radio City Christmas Spectacular

    • Where: Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, between W. 50th St. and W. 51st St.
    • Description: Best Holiday Show for over 75 Years!  Features the Rockettes.
    • When: November 5 - Dec 30th
    • Who:  All ages.
    • Cost: $45 a ticket.

    Seven in One Blow, or the Brave Little Kid

  • Where: Axis Theatre, One Sheridan Square
  • Description:  Adapted from the classic fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, this interactive play with music is conceived by Axis Company and directed by Randy Sharp featuring Axis' signature blend of advanced technology and live performance. Children in the audience will be encouraged to participate in many of the Kid's challenges with singing and organized "shout outs." .
  • When: Dec 3rd-19th, Fridays 7pm, Sat & Sun at 2pm
  • Who:  Ages 4+
  • Cost: $12/adult; $6/child

    • The Three Bears Holiday Bash

    • Where: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, Central Park
    • Description: A variety show that celebrates the holiday season in song, dance, and puppetry. This production quickly becomes a comedy of errors when Baby Bear invites Santa to star in Mama and Papa Bears’ annual holiday show.  Drawing from the stories of Hanukkah, the Night Before Christmas, and Kwanzaa, The Three Bears Holiday Bash is a great way to get in the season spirit. 
    • When: Nov 16th-Dec 30th, Tuesday through Friday at 10:30am and 12:00pm, with an additional performance at 2:30 pm each Wednesday; and Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm
    • Who:  All ages.
    • Cost: $5/children, $8/adult

    Wintuk 

    • Where: The Theater at MSG
    • Description:Wintuk is playful, musical, and bursts with the energy of the city and the magic of a wonderland. This seasonal story, featuring an international cast of 50 performers from Cirque du Soleil, will return in November for its final season in the heart of the city, to the delight of the whole family. 
    • When: Thru Jan 2nd
    • Who:  All ages.
    • Cost: $30-$220 **Save 30% on tickets for kids 12 and under for all performances. SUNDAYS ARE KIDS DAYS!

    Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

    Ingredients:

     

    1 lb ground beef or turkey

    1/4 cup bread crumbs

    1 egg

    1/2 tsp salt

    1/4 ground pepper

    2 cups baby spinach

    1/4 cup ketchup

    2 tbs yellow mustard

    6 slices of bacon, diced

    1/2 cup shredded cheese

     

    1/4 ketchup

    2 tbsp yellow mustard

     

    1.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray small baking dish with cooking spray.

    2.  In a food processor or using an immersion blender, combine baby spinach and ketchup and mustard

    3.  Combine ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, salt, ground ...

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