Top Things to Do with Kids in Manhattan - September 2011
We've hand-picked the most fun things to do with kids in Manhattan from our September 2011 calendar of free and low-cost family events. See the kid-friendly side of Warhol in a new exhibit at the 92nd Street Y; celebrate the legendary Ezra Jack Keats at the Jewish Museum's new exhibit; catch a release party for The Jimmies' new CD or Brian Selznick's highly anticipated new children's book, "Wonderstruck"; and get your kids cooking at the NYC Wine & Food Festival, which kicks off at the end of the month. (read the story...)
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Family Outing: Mystic, Connecticut
Take the family to nearby Mystic, Connecticut, a coastal New England town with a big history, small-town charm, and maritime culture. Read on for exciting descriptions of such Mystic attractions as the Pequot Museum, the Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, and much more. (read the story...)
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Fairfield County CT - September 2011
We've hand-picked the best events for kids in Fairfield County, Connecticut, from our September 2011 calendar. This month, catch a few family-friendly shows, like Phineas and Ferb live on stage in Bridgeport, a ballroom showcase in Fairfield, Kicking Daisies in concert in Ridgefield, Skippyjon Jones the musical in Westport, and The Laughing Pizza in concert in Rowayton. You can also enjoy the season's harvest at an oyster festival in Norwalk, hang out with pirates at the Maritime Aquarium, and participate in fundraising runs in Wesport and Norwalk. Read on for all the details! (read the story...)
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Queens - September 2011
We've hand-picked the best kids' events in Queens from our September 2011 calendar. Among tons of family-friendly things to do this month, our top picks include Sesame Street Live at the Nassau Coliseum, the New York City Honey Festival at Rockaway Beach, the Queens County Fair at the Queens County Farm Museum, an overnight adventure at the Queens Zoo, and a special Muppets program at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria. (read the story...)
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Brooklyn - September 2011
We've handpicked the best things to do with kids in Brooklyn from our September 2011 calendar. Check out this month's best events, including the annual Brooklyn Book Festival, a kids' film festival on Governors Island, the Richmond County Fair on nearby Staten Island, a fundraising walk for Prospect Park, and the Urban Parent Expo in Brooklyn Heights. (read the story...)
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September 11 Memorial Events in Brooklyn
Commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with these family-appropriate memorial events in the Brooklyn area, including the Run to Remember on Governors Island, a spiritual concert at Church of Saint Ann, and a family art project at Wave Hill in the Bronx. (read the story...)
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester County NY - September 2011
We've selected the best family events in Westchester County, New York, from our September 2011 calendar. This month, don't miss the Yorktown Grange Fair (including the tractor parade and dog show), a Chinese festival in North Salem, the John Jay Homestead Barn Dance and Country Fair in Katonah, and a special family day at the Hudson River Museum in Yonkers. (read the story...)
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Five Fabulous Life Lessons Kids Learn from The Ohmies
Kiddie musical theater troupe The Ohmies expertly pack valuable life lessons and healthy tips into each performance in the form of dancing, tumbling, yoga, stretching, and colorful costumes. Check out our list of the important lessons kids can take away from an Ohmies performance after they boogie down on the yoga mat. (read the story...)
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Volunteer with Your Kids in the Community this Year
Volunteering with your kids in the community brings a sense of pride and satisfaction. Helping others and getting involved in charities also presents a bonding experience for the whole family. Find out why you should and how you can donate time with your kids in a fun way this year
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Nassau County, Long Island this August
We've handpicked the best family events in Nassau County, Long Island from our August 2011 calendar. Check out the top events to bring your kids to this month, including a performance of "Jack and the Beanstalk" in Westbury, a 3D art workshop at the Nassau County Museum of Art, a variety of children's theater shows throughout the county (including "The Jungle Book" and "Dora the Explorer LIVE"), and the popular Long Island Scottish Games and Festival at Old Westbury Gardens. (read the story...)
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Suffolk County, Long Island this August
We've hand-picked the best family events from our August 2011 calendar. Check out the top events to bring your kids to this month, including a princess tea party in Amityville, a performance by Billy Bones in Westhampton Beach, a jam-making workshop for tots in Riverhead, a Bari Koral concert in Bridgehampton, and a silly silent film in Huntington. (read the story...)
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Manhattan Activities for Kids and Families - August 2011
We've hand-selected the best kids' events from our August calendar, including free outdoor concerts in Madison Square Park and on the Lincoln Center plazas, Broadway in Bryant Park, children's theater at Galli Seaport, sensory friendly movie screenings for kids, "The Voice" in concert, and a Civil War Weekend on Governors Island. This month is jam-packed with great things to do across the city, and we've got all the details! (read the story...)
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A Guide to Hiking and Climbing with Kids in the NYC Area
Hiking in the great outdoors and rock climbing -- whether indoors or out -- are both wonderful opportunities for families to exercise together while having fun. And though both sports have their risks, even young children can be successful and safe with the right planning and preparation. Check out our roundup of articles below for all you need to know before going hiking or climbing with your kids in the New York City area (and beyond!). (read the story...)
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