New Reading Center Focuses on Teaching Children Phonics

The Academic Associates Reading Center of New York teaches children how to read by focusing on phonics, so they can properly and effectively decode everyday and school-related vocabulary.

Emanuel Lutheran School Offers Scholarships for Transfer Students

Emanuel Lutheran School in Patchogue is now offering scholarships for students who transfer from public schools, as well as matching funds for students who transfer from other private schools. The school also has a brand-new playground for preschoolers.

Gramercy's Beehives & Buzzcuts Offers Classes for Families

Beehives & Buzzcuts, a children's salon known for making haircuts and manicures a memorable experience for kids, now offers classes for families to take together. Families can learn music, yoga, Mandarin, art, and more at the Gramercy salon.

A List of Common Abbreviations Used on Parenting Forums

Have you ever tried to participate in an online parenting forum but have no idea what people are talking about because they write in acronyms? We've compiled a list of the most common acronyms so that you can understand what's being said and participate in the conversation.

Camp SoundWaters in Stamford Now Offered to All Ages

The popular Anything That Floats program at Camp SoundWaters in Stamford, CT is now offered to campers of all ages. This program focuses on learning about boat building, building a boat out of recycled materials, and racing the boats.

Metropolitan Smiles Has New Owner, Melody Ahdoot, DDS

Metropolitan Smiles in Kew Gardens has a new owner, Melody, Ahdoot, DDS. As well as a new owner, the dental office offers updated services and family appointment blocks for convenience.

Mount Kisco Pediatric Dentistry: Kid Friendly and Comfortable

Mount Kisco Pediatric Dentistry caters specifically to children, from infancy to early adulthood, and aims to give everyone a smile that will produce confidence. The practice places an emphasis on prevention, education, and diet with the hopes of getting kids to develop good oral habits that can last a lifetime.

Family Outing: Green Chimneys

Green Chimneys, the nonprofit based in Brewster, NY, strives to educate and heal its visitors and students through animal therapy and nature activities. Get the scoop on its family programs and fun festivals, including the popular Birds of Prey day.

Same Dentist, Every Time

Merrick Pediatric Dentistry aims to provide patients with personal attention so they will never feel like they are “just another patient.”

A ‘Toyriffic’ Birthday Party

Toyriffic, a toy store in Pomona, now offers birthday parties.

Homegrown Heroes: The Heart of an Advocate

Westchester County teen Nick Lombardi has spent the past eight years advocating for autism awareness, his efforts reaching local and national families alike and benefiting Autism Speaks. And it all started with a trip to the mall.

Massapequa Welcomes Holistic Living

Culinary Therapy, which recently moved from its Connecticut location to Massapequa, celebrated its grand opening on Jan. 9.

Clay Art Presents Birthday Party Possibilities in Port Chester

The Clay Arts Center, traditionally known for its dedication to the advancement of ceramic arts, is now offering birthday party packages. The Clay Arts Center is a nonprofit organization that aims to enrich lives through ceramic art by offering a stimulating space, studio practice, exhibitions, and educational opportunities to the community.

New Leagues at Spins Bowl in Mount Kisco

Grand Prix New York Spins Bowl introduces five new leagues to its bowling alley this spring. Recently opened on Nov. 15, Spins Bowl offers a state of the art bowling center that includes seven VIP lanes for private events in addition to its 12 family lanes for public use. The location aims to be “over the top,” says Chris Pricola, competition director.

The Summer Spot Relocates to Congers

The Summer Spot, a nonprofit summer program that provides kids with a high quality summer experience, is relocating to Congers from Spring Valley. The program, known for its affiliation with parent organization Rockland Afterschool Program, aims to provide social, emotional, and cognitive development for children ages 5 through 14 this summer.

Curious About Science

Storefront Science opened in Manhattan on Jan. 9, providing children with an engaging space for science inquiry and exploration.

Family Matters Helps Overcome Obstacles

Family Therapeutic Counseling Matters is a professional counseling center that opened its doors to the Westport community on January 2.

The Hair Fairies Difference

Hair Fairies opened a new location in Fairfield, its seventh nationwide, on March 1.

Local Students Attend Unveiling of a Rare Copy of the Thirteenth Amendment

On Feb. 1, the New-York Historical Society unveiled a rare handwritten copy of the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution signed by Abraham Lincoln. The Thirteenth Amendment will on display at New-York Historical through April 1.

From the Court to the Books

Former NBA star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar read his new book, "What Color is My World?" to a group of kids at the Children's Museum of Manhattan to celebrate Black History Month on Feb. 8.