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  • Butterfly Fun

    Butterfly Fun

     January 12-March 28 [All Ages] One of nature’s greatest treasures, the butterfly, has an entire exhibit dedicated to it at the American Museum of Natural History. The creature that starts its life as a caterpillar and transforms into a flying beauty has a story to tell. Visit the museum with your kids and discover what makes butterflies so unique by learning all about their anatomy, ecology, and conservation. They even have a butterfly house where guests are able to search and identify different types of butterflies. Learn all about winged insects this year at the American Museum of Natural History. Free, 10am-5:45pm, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, 212-769-5100, amnh.org Photo: AMNH/M. Shanley
  • It’s A Bubble Party

    It’s A Bubble Party

    January 12-May 6 [Ages 4+] Is there anything kids love more than the magic of soapy, disappearing bubbles? Join Bubble Master Fan and his family in the heart of Manhattan as they perform their “Gazillion Bubble Show” for the 10th year in a row. Kids and families are amazed at the dazzling production of magic and lasers—all with bubbles! Treat your family to the spectacular show in the New Year and you might even find yourself inside the bubble! $55-75, 11am-7pm, New World Stages/Stage 2, 340 West 50th Street, Between 8-9th Avenues, 212-239-6200, gazillionbubbleshow.com
  • Spooky New Year

    Spooky New Year

    January 27 [Ages 3-12] Think spooky fun is just for Halloween? Think again! The 8th annual Spooktacular Family Fundraiser is the New Year event you won’t want to miss. Every year, the Queen’s Museum’s second floor is totally transformed into a monster mash party room. The theme of this year’s event is “Monster Metropolis,” a fitting title for New York. Pull last year’s Halloween costumes out of the closet and bring the whole fam to this fun-filled event. Enjoy music, face-painting, arts and crafts, and plenty more at this super spooky celebration. All proceeds will go to the Queens Museum’s Education Department which impacts the lives of 35,000 youth in Queens every year. $25, 2-4pm, Queens Museum, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, 718-592-9700, queensmuseum.org
  • Museum Sleepover

    Museum Sleepover

     January 27 [Ages 6-13] Recreate children’s movie “A Night at the Museum” by actually spending a night at the very same museum featured in the film! The American Museum of Natural History will be hosting your kids and their friends overnight for an evening full of adventure and thrill. The event includes a flashlight scavenger hunts, a screening of 3-D movie “Earthflight,” and even snacks and breakfast! Join the museum in learning and journeying through time. $145, 5:45pm-9am, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, 212-769-5100, amnh.org Photo: AMNH/R. Micken
  • Winter Jam

    Winter Jam

     January 28 [All Ages] Don’t let the cold New York winter get you blue. Join Central Park in jamming out for a day of frozen fun on January 28. The Winter Jam will feature activities for people of all ages to enjoy including ice bowling, arctic golf, and even quidditch. Plus, now you don’t have to go upstate to enjoy the slopes, because they’ll be right in Central Park. Should the weather be permitting, artificial snow will be blown onto the ground for snowboarding and skiing. Embrace the chill in the air and make a day out of it with Central Park’s Winter Jam! Free, 11am-3pm, Central Park, Manhattan Bandshell Area, 212-360-8213, nycgovparks.org
  • Sesame Street Live!

    Sesame Street Live!

     February 9-19 [All Ages] The world’s most famous street residents are taking the stage again with an all new interactive show. The Sesame Street Community invites everyone to join in as they try to pick the theme for their neighborhood party. The music and beats will make everyone jump out of their seats and stomp their feet. Our favorites Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and many more will all be in attendance, so make sure to reserve your ticket today! $40-150, Varying times, Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, 212-465-6080, msg.com
  • Dog Show 2018

    Dog Show 2018

     February 12-13 [All Ages] The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is the long-running, prestigious all-breed dog show held yearly in New York City since 1877. The show features purebred dogs of all shapes and sizes competing to win the champion title. Hosted at Madison Square Garden in February, kids and parents alike will enjoy watching the dogs prance the arena showing off their stuff. See the show in person and enjoy a day dedicated to man’s best friend. $15-100, 8am-11pm, Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, 212-213-3165, westminsterkennelclub.org Photo: Steve Surfma
  • LEGO Live

    LEGO Live

     February 16-18 [All Ages] America’s favorite building blocks are coming to the big apple, and it’s going to be big. LEGO Live is the official LEGO event hosted on Pier 36 here in New York in February. The event is a must do for any LEGO fans in the city. Kids will get the opportunity to build and design whatever they imagine with the millions of bricks there. There will be “master builders” at the event to share their tips when it comes to building LEGOs. LEGO Live is a perfect family day that encourages children to embrace their innovation and creativity. $30-75, 8am-8pm, Pier 36, 299 South Street, 888-512-SHOW, liveevent.lego.com
  • Chinese New Year

    Chinese New Year

     February 17 [All Ages] Chinatown features their yearly celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year with the 19th annual Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade & Festival! The event includes beautiful decorations from Chinese culture as well as treats and performances. The street party will house the endless food, vendors, and activities for kids and parents of all ages to enjoy. Join in on the Chinese culture’s traditional celebration and enjoy food, fun, and a parade! Free, 12-6pm, Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Grand Street, betterchinatown.com
  • Kid’s Film Festival

    Kid’s Film Festival

     February 23-March 18 [Ages 3-18] During the winter season, New York International Children’s Film Festival gathers over 25,000 parents, children, and filmmakers to screen the best new films for kids ages 3-18. The festival is the largest festival for children and teens in North America! The 100 films shown cover a variety of genres, lengths, and even languages! Audience members, of all ages, are the ones who vote on the festival-winning films. Give your children the opportunity to travel the world through film and give them a new appreciation for art and culture. Prices and times vary, locations vary around the city, nyicff.org Photo: NYICFF
  • Tech Fair

    Tech Fair

     February 21-March 11 [Ages 6+] Kids nowadays beat us all when it comes to technology knowledge for phones, tablets, and laptops, but they haven’t seen technology like this before. Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is hosting “Teknopolis” for the second year in a row. The fair, taking place in their Fisher building, is an interactive digital arts showcase that encourages young people to mix their love for technology and creativity, to create an extraordinary, futuristic story. The three-week long instillation will feature an assortment of digital artists and technologists who will show their own work. $16 (daytime) – $25 (evening), 12pm, 321 Ashland Place, Brooklyn, 718-724-8025, bam.org Photo: Rebecca Greenfield
  • Broadway Kid's Night

    Broadway Kid's Night

     FEBRUARY 27 [Ages 18 & Under] The Broadway League is giving young people the opportunity to experience the magic of a Broadway show with “Kids Night on Broadway.” The special event offers kids age 18 and younger to see participating Broadway shows with a full-paying adult. Some shows will even provide in-theatre activities for kids! Don’t miss out on this rare occasion for kids to get to see a show for free! Free (adults pay full ticket value), varying times, varying venues on Broadway, kidsnightonbroadway.com
  • St. Paddy’s Day Parade

    St. Paddy’s Day Parade

     March 17 [All Ages] Join in on the longtime Irish tradition of New York City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17. St. Patrick’s Day commemorates the death of Saint Patrick, one of Ireland’s most notable patron saints. The parade runs down 5th Avenue from 44th Street to 79th Street. The parade starts at 11am and ends around 5pm. Come be a part of one of New York City’s oldest traditional celebrations and avoid getting pinched by wearing all the green in your closet! Free, 11am-5pm, 5th Avenue between 44-79th Streets, nycstpatricksparade.org
  • Pups To The Rescue

    Pups To The Rescue

     March 22-25 [All Ages] Little ones will love seeing their favorite characters from the hit Nickelodeon show “Paw Patrol!” Dog heroes, as well as 10-year-old Ryder, will continue their rescue missions on stage at Madison Square Garden in March 2018. New York City Theatre’s show features great music, costumes, and video projections, sure to made any fan of the show jump out of their seats and on to their feet. Make sure to reserve your tickets and see the action come to life on stage. $47, 10:30am-5:30pm, Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, 888-731-5790, newyorkcitytheatre.com
  • Mother Goose Ballet

    Mother Goose Ballet

     March 25 [Ages 3+] Mother Goose and other nursery characters, including the three blind mice, Little Bo Peep, and Jack and Jill will dance across the stage in the “Mother Goose Ballet,” March 25 at Pace University’s Schimmel Center. Kiddos will light up as they see their favorite tales come to life in this New York Theatre Ballet production of a classic story. Capture kids’ imaginations and light up their afternoon in with Mother Goose. Children will even have the opportunity to meet the entire cast of the show! $10-20, 3pm, Schimmel Center, 3 Spruce Street, 212-346-1715, schimmelcenter.org Photo: Richard Termine
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Debate builds literacy and multi-media research skills, fosters critical thinking and expanded perspectives, enhances public speaking skills, increases confidence, trains students to listen effectively, supports diverse learners and strengthens civil engagement and discourse. </p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/model-un" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Model United Nations (Ages 11-18)</a></p> <p>Model UN simulates the six major organs of the United Nations. Students role play as delegates from a country of their choosing and learn to write and present resolutions based on topics they are passionate about-just as if they were representing member states of the United Nations. We utilize materials from National Model UN and video tutorials to teach students how to write and present position papers, working papers, and draft resolutions. Students use debate and negotiation to enlist the support of other delegates for their resolution. Model UN is a great way to teach students leadership skills like communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, and delegation.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/self-defense-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Self Defense and Empowerment</a></p> <p>Developed by a veteran Krav Maga specialist, this self-defense program will focus on the principle of healthy minds in healthy bodies. Students will focus on de-escalation techniques as well as safe and active means of self-defense. Through active games and fun drills, students will learn the disciplined focus, critical thinking, adaptability, and resilience necessary to achieve goals, as well as gain valuable social insights into leadership and teamwork. Students will expend energy and reduce stress while learning to stand and present confidently.</p> <p>Mock Trial (<a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/mock-trial-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fairy Tale Mock Trial for ages 7-9</a>, regular <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/mock-trial-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mock Trial Ages 10-18</a>)</p> <p>Mock trial is a hands-on simulation of the American judicial system. The goal is to help participants acquire a working knowledge of our judicial system, develop analytical abilities and communication skills, display leadership in a court of law, and gain an understanding of their obligations and responsibilities as participating members of our society. Materials for this course are provided by The American Bar Association.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/model-congress" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Model Congress: Ages 10-18</a></p> <p>This civics course simulates the legislative process. Students will learn about the electoral process, lobby for issues they are passionate about, draft and deliver bills, amend legislation, debate international policy, and learn how to effectively represent a constituent body of their choosing. We utilize materials from The Constitutional Rights Foundation, ICivics (founded by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor) and the National Model U.S. Congress. These resources have been proven to improve students’ civic knowledge, presentation, and core literacy skills. New research has also shown that the use of the aforementioned materials has also led to increased participation in the democratic process. Our objective in this course is to educate the next generation, nurture and inculcate a passion for civics and history and encourage young people to advocate for themselves.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/philosophy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philosophy</a></p> <p>The focus of the Philosophy class is to examine and understand the ideas behind the most popular philosophies embraced throughout the world. To do this, students examine ethical situations through the lens of these philosophies and engage in a Socratic style debate. Students are presented with an ethical question and they must identify stakeholders and players within the dilemma, discuss the key moral issues and present opposing viewpoints. This class was built for students who wish to <a href="https://nhseb.unc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">compete in the middle or high school Ethics Bowl</a>. </p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/money-matters-financial-literacy-for-kids-afterschool">Money Matters: Financial Literacy for Students</a></p> <p>The Money Matters course is built to help students manage their personal finances, from building credit and loan applications to interest rates and investing strategies. This class will cover the basics of financial health, savings, spending habits, and budgeting. After learning how to store, track, and spend responsibly, students will learn about risk management, APRs, and tax preparation. This class will use real-life examples and teach students how to set and achieve financial goals. This course is ideal for middle and high school students.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/stem-dna-ethics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">STEM and Bioethics: (Ages 10-18)</a></p> <p>Our STEM program will give kids the opportunity to think critically about science and society, and to practice communicating scientific topics in ways everyone can understand. To be a successful scientist in our modern world, one must not only have a broad understanding of scientific material learned at school, but also the ability to communicate effectively and share that knowledge with others. Each week of this program will build on the previous while also introducing new scientific topics for discussion.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/virtual-after-school-etiquette" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Etiquette (Ages 5 and up)</a></p> <p>Due to increasing popular demand from groups and individuals, we have decided to offer our etiquette course as an eight week after-school class. Students will not only learn how to introduce themselves and their friends, they will explore appropriate language for quotidian and special occasions, how to enter and leave conversations, proper table behavior for different scenarios, effective strategies for conflict resolution and negotiation, the importance of tone, expression, and body language in every social interaction and why manners and soft skills are essential to a successful life.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/essay-writing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Speech and Essay Writing: Ages 10-18</a></p> <p>This group class includes eight one-hour online sessions focused on the creation, development, and delivery of informative and persuasive speeches. This program is tailored to the needs of the individual(s) in question and can include essay writing, use of stylistic devices, and persuasive rhetoric and/or instructions on how to craft and deliver a persuasive or informative multidimensional presentation with compelling slides, audio, and videos.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/visual-storytelling" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visual Storytelling</a></p> <p>Multimedia platforms have increasingly become more popular for educators, artists and businesses. Young people all over the world have begun using media to amplify initiatives, educate, share science, poetry, art, movement, culture and more. In this class students will learn to capture brief videos that share their voice and vision with the world.</p> <p>College application course </p> <p>Discover the fundamentals of style, narrative, and theme for the ideal college application essays! In these sessions, you will begin by examining outstanding Personal Statements and by brainstorming your own. Then, move on to draft and edit the specialized supplemental essays for each college on your list. Space is limited to ensure personalized attention.</p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/essay-writing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Academic writing</a> </p> <p>These are sessions focused on academic writing. Our tutors have years of experience in drafting, editing, and teaching essay writing. Each package will include a consultation with our tutors to assess individual needs. </p> <p><a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/test-prep-sat-shsat-act-gre-gmat-asvab-tachs-more">Test Prep: SAT, SHSAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, ASVAB, TACHS + more</a></p> <p>These classes are focused on identifying the quickest and most efficient path toward improving students' standardized test scores. Starting with a diagnostic practice exam, this program will target the key subject matter your students need to master while integrating timing, triage, and practice strategies. We aim to regularly emulate the real-life conditions of tests until students are comfortable working quickly, accurately, and efficiently. Sessions can be one hour or two hours in length, as needed.</p> <p>Computer Programming: Coding for Kids</p> <p>In these sessions, we start by discussing the basics of computer programming, what it is, what it can do, and what it was built on. Then we will begin experimenting with block-based programming languages. Students will learn the basics of computer architecture, binary code, compilers, and algorithms. By the end of the course, students will be able to produce small programs of their own. The cost of materials is not included. This class is available to younger students (Ages K-1) and middle and high school students. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>