Things to Do in Lower Manhattan
Things to do in Lower Manhattan
NYC’s Biggest Camp Fair in Tribeca this Saturday
New York Family Camp Fair is hosting their annual camp fair in TriBeCa, this weekend. Families are invited to bring their children to learn more about the amazing variety of day and sleep-away camps available to children between the ages of 3 – 13. This is a FREE event but families are encouraged to pre-register.
Silent Films/Live Music At Brookfield Place Returns! Leave the kids at home to enjoy a night of Silent Films or Live Music presented as part of WNYC’s annual New Sounds Live concert. The series will return to the Winter Garden at Brookfield Place in February with a slate of four Man Ray films selected by SQÜRL and the U.S. premiere of Blancanieves, the silent hit that swept Spain’s top filmmaking awards in 2013.
The Man Ray films, presented by Arts Brookfield, will be accompanied by world-premiere live music from avant-rock band SQÜRL in an instrumental version represented by Jim Jarmusch and Carter Logan. The Blancanieves screenings will feature a live performance of Alfonso Vilallonga’s original soundtrack performed by the composer himself with the acclaimed new-music ensemble Wordless Music Orchestra. The Winter Garden, one of the city’s top five venues to watch cult films, will host the two film programs on two nights each from February 17 – 20. The programs will be recorded live for future broadcast on WNYC radio’s New Sounds Live, which airs nightly at 11pm on WNYC 93.9FM.
Date: Tuesday February 17th – Friday February 20th [Read more…]
#DisneyKids Preschool Playdate with Sofia the First!
As a kid, growing up in the shadows of Disneyland, alongside the Matterhorn and Space Mountain at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Southern California, I have always been a fan of all things Disney. And, I always knew that when I had kids, that they would also enjoy the same experiences that I did, at the iconic park in Anaheim, California, even if we did live in New York City. We are visiting the Magic Kingdom in California at the start of 2015 and we are celebrating our 3rd visit to Disney and my 4 and 6 year old are so excited to visit this magical place.
I was recently selected to host a #DisneySide preschool playdate, along with many others, that were held all over the country. Our playdate theme was Sofia the First and my 4 year old was super excited to dress up and celebrate Sofia. Needless to say, inviting our friends and #DisneyKids to dress up and share their #DisneySide was a ton of fun. The playdate included some great toys that were great giveaway items such as the #Megabloks, the Sofia the First puzzle and some great Disney luggage tags that I can’t wait to use with the kids.
The little fans of Sophia the First had a chance to play “Bingo”, an updated version of “Simon Says”, dubbed “Sofia Says” and some other fun, interactive games that kept the girls happy and entertained. The #KineticSand at our #DisneyKids playdate was a hit until our guests discovered they could create indoor snowballs and then it was a beach party.
Kids were in love with the great snacks from #crunchmaster crackers, which are a great alternative to regular processed wheat snacks. The Grammy Crisps were a big hit with the kids and none of them seemed to notice that they were gluten-free and healthy! It’s always nice to find a healthy snack that kids love as much as their parents.
We included the #DisneyMoms in the fun as well. It was a great way to have fun with Moms and their kids and to learn about the wonderful world of #Disney. With luggage tags, princess tiaras and other goodies, it was a great afternoon of fun and showing our #DisneySide!
Don’t forget to tell the kids about the latest episode of “Sofia the First: The Curse of Princess Ivy,” on the Disney Channel.
I received free products in order to host the #DisneySide #DisneyKids Preschool Playdate. The opinions expressed here are my own.
As the parent of two toddlers, I have become a “movie Mom”. I find myself up-to-date on kid-friendly movie releases and I’m pretty sure I’m as excited as my kids are to see a new movie. The experience of watching a movie unfold, through the eyes of a 4 and a 6 year old, is pretty hard to beat. They are still at an age where they believe animals can talk, as seen in “Madagascar” and kids can be spies, as in “Spy Kids”. So, when I was asked to partner with Fandango and help get the word out about their new parent resource, “the Family Room”, I was thrilled. The Family Room essentially allows a parent to visit their website, plug in their kids ages and determine which movies are a good fit, based on content and subject matter. Parents are able to discover family-friendly content and movie news, find advice and reviews from trusted sources. It’s a GREAT tool for parents.
Both of my kids have seen Madagascar (at least 100 times) and really connected to the movie because they visit the Central Park Zoo on a very regular basis. Their love for penguins is directly tied to their love of the movie. We recently discovered that a new “The Penguins of Madagascar” movie is coming out, for the upcoming holiday season, on November 26th and it is evident by the number of posters on the subway cars, phone booths and bus stops, throughout the City. Needless to say, I logged onto my iPad and showed the kids the trailer on the Family Room tab on the Fandango website. And, then had to explain that November 26th was still a couple of weeks away. That didn’t go over very well. So, I found some digital printables online and promptly launched a coloring session with my two artists-in-training. And, they had a blast. Download the image here and do some coloring with your kids!
Fandango Synopsis: The penguins from Madagascar get their own film in this DreamWorks Animation production. When a villainous octopus named Dave (voice of John Malkovich) hatches a plan to eliminate the penguins, Skipper (voice of Tom McGrath), Kowalski (voice of Chris Miller), Rico (John DiMaggio) and Private (Christopher Knights) must team with a clandestine animal organization known as North Wind to thwart the diabolical plan.
To pre-purchase tickets and to receive a free download of Dreamworks Holiday Classics, from Fandango, please visit http://www.fandango.com
“In accordance with the FTC Guidelines, I am disclosing that I received compensation from Fandango for my participation in the Fandango Family Digital Network. Although we have material connection to Fandango, any publicly stated opinions of Fandango and their brands remain my own.”
Crisford & Co. Nanny Services for Lower Manhattan. One of the hardest decisions a new parent will make is the decision to choose a childcare provider. Luckily, we have found a service that helps make the process a lot easier.
Crisford & Co. is a new personalized nanny placement service, ensuring that families find the ideal nanny with far less hassle and at a lower cost than traditional nanny services. In addition, the “family wellness” oriented team at Crisford & Co. provide pre & post natal yoga and Pilates instructors, nutritionists, lactation consultants, and child space organizers. Up to two complimentary wellness services are provided with every nanny placement. To learn more, please visit http://www.crisfordandco.com.
About Crisford & Co:
Deb Crisford, founder and director of Crisford & Co., has over fifteen years of childcare experience, and her incredible connection to children has led to her being referred to by many as “the baby whisperer”. With a sharp eye for the right match and a unique understanding for a family’s individual needs, Deb believes that the right nanny should not only work effectively with the kids but with the parents as well, providing clear lines of communication and support. Prior to founding Crisford & Co., Deb co-owned and operated a top New York City nanny service for seven years, and she is also a trained yoga practitioner specializing in pre & postnatal yoga.
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Danimals recently unveiled their new Danimals Superstars Greek yogurt line for kids and FiDi Families was invited to the amazing Chelsea Piers to learn about this great addition to their product line. One of the great benefits to the yogurt is the healthy amount of protein in each serving; 10 grams. For a Mom with a picky eater, finding a way to include protein in kids meals can be tough. There is no high fructose corn syrup, which is a common ingredient in yogurt and they have made a big effort to include Calcium and Vitamin D. Dairy is an important part of kids diets and the new Danimals Superstars Greek yogurt helps ensure that dairy is in their diet. According to national guidelines, kids need 3 servings of dairy products a day for strong bones and a strong immune system.
Dr. Tanya Altmann was a featured speaker at the event and she was a great source of knowledge regarding dietary needs and nutrition for kids. As a leading pediatrician, her participation in the event was great because she was able to answer many questions posed by the group, regarding health, nutrition and dietary restrictions. One of her tips was to substitute almond butter for peanut butter, if children have a nut allergy or to simply replace with a healthier choice. Danimals Greek yogurt is a great base for smoothies for both kids and adults.
So, go out and try this new yummy treat that is geared towards kids, but grownups will enjoy, too. Thanks to Danimals, Dr. Tanya and Chelsea Piers!
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