Winter | Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Celebrate Winter Solstice in Battery Park

December 20, 2017 by Denise Courter

The Winter Solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year. Celebrate this astronomical phenomenon the team from Battery Park City Parks.

Hear astronomers describe fascinating astronomical alignments, illuminated on on Winter Solstice, including tombs in Newgrange, Ireland. Enjoy Celtic music by Mary Courtney and legends by Marianne McShane. Observe the interplay of light and movement on thousands of prisms in Sunrise / Sunset (Revolution), and an art installation by Autumn Ewalt and Dharmesh Patel.

Date: Thursday, December 21st

Time: 12 pm – 1 pm

Location: 22 Battery Place – Pier A Plaza

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages welcome

For more information, please visit their website HERE

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Tiny Poets Invited to the Poets House

April 16, 2015 by Denise Courter

Tiny Poets Invited to the Poets House. Visit the lovely Poets House Children’s Room and enjoy songs and poetry readings for little one’s at their weekly “Tiny Poets Time” hour. The Constance Laibe Hays Children’s Room at Poets House offers opportunities for children to experience poetry, attend unique performances and participate in creating poetry, art, music and dance. Every object in the room is intended to promote thought and creative association. It’s a great indoor destination and an easy way to introduce children to the wonder of words and poetry. Show your support for amazing institutions like the Poets House and visit this kid-friendly spot.

Date: Thursday, April 2nd

Time: 10a – 11a

Age(s): 5 and under

Cost: Free

Location: 10 River Terrace

For additional information, please visit http://www.poetshouse.org

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NYC Public Schools Closed Today

January 27, 2015 by Denise Courter

NYC Public Schools Closed Today

NYC Public Schools Closed Today

Chancellor Fariña Announces the Closure of All New York City Public Schools Today

Due to severe weather conditions, all New York City public schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27th. Student after-school programs and PSAL games are also cancelled. We urge New Yorkers to exercise caution when going outside. Stay inside if possible and travel safely!

FiDi Families Insiders: Snow Day Activity…Indoor Snowball Toss

Supplies

10 Styrofoam cups

Markers/Crayons

6 Big Pom Poms or Cotton Balls (glue 4 cotton balls together to make them larger)

Color and decorate the 10 “Snowmen”.

To Play:

1. Line your cups up in a pyramid format.

2. Stand a couple feet back (younger children may stand closer) and toss your snowballs (the pom poms) into the cups.

3. Each player gets one point for making a snowball into the cup. Play as many rounds as the kids want.

4. Have fun!

For more information and updates, please visit http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm

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Learn How to Build a Mini Sled at Home Depot

January 2, 2015 by Denise Courter

Learn How to Build a Mini Sled at Home Depot. Did you know that the Home Depot offers kids workshops on the first Saturday of every month? It’s true and the projects are fun, engaging and age-appropriate. It’s a really fun way to spend the morning with your kids for a Mommy and Me morning or a Daddy and Me experience. So, pack the Cheerios and snacks, jump on the subway and meet FiDi Families for a workshop on building an mini sled.

How to Build a Mini Sled

Come learn how to build a Mini Sled, just in time for the Winter
FREE hands-on workshops; designed for children ages 5 – 12
All kid get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin.
Kids Workshop activities are scheduled on a first come/first served basis. Please do not arrive before 9:00 a.m.
Please register online to help staff better plan for the craft kit quantities needed as it is first come/first served workshop.

Date: Saturday, January 3rd [Read more…]

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FiDi Families Winter Fun at the Community Cube (Save the Date)

December 18, 2014 by Denise Courter

FiDi Families Winter Fun at the Cube³

Save the Date for January 5th! The Community Cube³at the South Street Seaport will be host to some amazing events in January, hosted by FiDi Families. Our presenting sponsor is the NY Presbyterian Hospital Lower Manhattan. More information to come but be on the lookout for wonderful programming that is FREE, every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in January*. No programming on 1/19/15.

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Whats in your Mama Bag…

June 2, 2014 by Denise Courter

Whats in your Mama Bag… Check out our latest blog interview for the website Mama Love NYC. The mama{love} brand has expanded beyond working one-on-one with clients. Lauren now runs workshops and leads support groups. mama{love} has become a go-to consulting resource for the best in brands for mom and baby and local city retailers. Check out their most recent interviews with their favorite mom bloggers, “mompreneurs” & all-around fabulous mamas, taking a look at what they can’t leave home without…

Denise Courter is the Founder and Publisher of FiDi Families, a downtown NYC website dedicated to providing information on fun events that are family-friendly throughout the downtown community. FiDi Families highlights events, activities, pop-up playdates, great family-friendly restaurants, school updates and all things that showcase the various neighborhoods of lower Manhattan, including the Financial District, Tribeca, Battery Park, Chinatown, SoHo and Union Square.

mama to:
Luke, 5 ½ and Sydney 3 ½ – two kids who love to run, race, sprint or scooter throughout NYC. Luke plays with Brooklyn Lacrosse, swims with the Downtown Community Center and loves his Lego science class at Peck Slip School. Sydney pretty much loves everything her brother does, but she is also a big fan of The Fresh Beat Band, Sofia the First and Doc McStuffins! To read more, please visit mama{love}

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Free Kids Workshop at Home Depot

April 1, 2014 by Denise Courter

Free Kids Workshop at Home Depot. Did you know that the Home Depot offers kids workshops on the first Saturday of every month? It’s true and the projects are fun, engaging and age-appropriate. It’s a really fun way to spend the morning with your kids for a Mommy and Me morning or a Daddy and Me experience. It’s simple to register and it’s free! Join FiDi Families for a birdbath/birdfeeder inspired for the upcoming release of “Rio 2”, to be released on April 11th.

Build a Birdbath/Birdfeeder

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Build a Birdbath/Birdfeeder from the new FOX film, “Rio 2”, in theaters April 11th.
Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment.
All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin.
One workshop kit, apron and pin per child, while supplies last and child must be present to receive the kit, apron and pin.
Please register online to help staff better plan for the craft kit quantities needed as it is first come/first served workshop.

Date: Saturday, April 5th

Time: 9a – 12p

Ages: 5 – 12 years

Cost: Free

Location: 40 West 23rd Street (Home Depot)

To register, please visit http://workshops.homedepot.com/workshops/kids-workshops

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