Celebrate Earth Day With the Family

Earth Day is coming up on Saturday, April 22! This holiday is one of the most widely celebrated environmental events across the globe. This special day is all about appreciating the diversity of life on our planet. On this day, events are held worldwide to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment. New Yorkers of all ages can honor our planet today and everyday by participating in environmentally-friendly events around NYC. Teach your kiddos to create a more sustainable, healthier, and happier earth for generations to come!

Earth Day New York 2017 At Union Square West

Tuesday, April 18

12-7pm

Join the Earth Day Initiative at their annual outdoor Earth Day New York 2017 event! Bring the entire family to this fun outdoor event and learn more about how you can get involved with sustainability and environmental efforts! This is an educational and interactive event that brings together over 70 organizations and features dozens of exhibitors, green businesses, activities for kids, and live performances. This is the perfect event for New Yorkers to celebrate sustainability together! Plus, if you’re looking to make a simple, green change to your lifestyle, bring your utility bill to the booth at East 17th and Park Avenue to make the switch to clean energy in just minutes and get $25 off your next bill! Free, all ages. Union Square West (Broadway and East 17th Street), info@earthdayny.org

Earth Day 5K Green Tour 2017

Friday, April 21

10am-1pm

Celebrate Earth Day outdoors! Soak in the natural wonders around you and learn more about environmental work being done in Manhattan on an Earth Day 5K Green Tour. The entire family can get out on Earth Day and get involved with some of the great green groups around NYC. Kids can learn all about different green groups that are turning the city green through compositing, farming, and natural cooking while traveling from different sites. Past sites on the tour have included a rooftop farm in Midtown Manhattan, the Lowline Lab, a natural food cooking school, and a composting site. Plus, end the tour with lunch provided by one of the green partners! Register here.

Family Art Project: Earth Day For Protecting Pollinators At Wave Hill House

Saturday, April 22

10am–1pm

Head over to Wave Hill and celebrate Earth Day by learning how to protect and support the environment and essential pollinators, like the honeybees. Join Sunroom Project Space Artist Borinquen Gallo and raise awareness of how pesticides impact pollinators through individual art projects or by contributing small projects! You and your little artist can use yellow caution tape in large-scale installations that will stand as metaphors for sustainability and environmental care. Then see your art project will in Gallo’s dynamic installation in Glyndor Gallery! Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon, all ages. Wave Hill House in Wave Hill, West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx.

Harlem Grown Earth Day Celebration

Saturday, April 22

10am–4pm

Join Harlem Grown in celebrating Earth Day as they host a day of family-friendly activities and service projects! With activities like free yoga, natural dye demonstrations, arts and crafts, storytelling for children, and garden service projects for adults throughout the day–there is fun to be had for the entire family. Saving the earth can get a little draining, so lunch and juices will be provided at the event to replenish your energy! Free, all ages. Harlem Grown, 126 West 134th Street. harlemgrown.org.

Earth Day Parade And Celebration At Rivers Run Community Garden

Saturday, April 22

10:15am–4pm

Join Rivers Run Community Garden in conjunction with the Co-Op City Little League as they celebrate Earth Day with family fun. Kids can enjoy a parade that starts at 10:15am from the Greenway (at Bellamy Loop) to Rivers Run Community Garden and the little league field. Other festivities include a free composting workshop, recycling projects, arts and crafts, and free giveaways. It’s a great way to get the kids interested in helping the earth in a fun and exciting way! Free, all ages. Rivers Run Community Garden, 801 Co-op City Blvd, Bronx. Rivers_run@yahoo.com

Celebrate Earth Day At Hamilton Grange Library Children’s Room

Saturday, April 22

2pm

The library is the perfect place to teach kids about the dangers facing our environment and what they can do to help protect it. Bring your kiddos to the Hamilton Grange Library to celebrate Earth Day with stories and hands-on activities inspired by our green planet. Kids will learn how to conserve and take care of our planet through fun projects! Free, ages 18 months-12 years. Hamilton Grange Library, Children’s Room, 503 West 145th Street.

Earth Day Celebration At MCNY

Saturday, April 22

11am

Head over to the Museum of the City of New York for a family celebration in honor of the 47th annual Earth Day! You and your little one can learn different ways to help protect our planet by working together in an exciting scavenger hunt in the exhibition “Activist New York.” Kids can also design a pot inspired by the environment and plant a seed to take home and watch grow! Other kid-friendly activities include songs, books, healthy snacks, and more! Registration suggested, though not required. Free with museum admission and for members, ages 6-12 and adults. Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street; 212-534-1672

Celebrate Earth At Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Saturday, April 22-23

10am-4:45pm

Kids can honor our planet at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum! Your kiddos can visit the Museum’s new exhibit “Wilderness Camp,” which focuses on the great outdoors. Little ones will build gross motor skills through hands-on play in Neighborhood Nature, which includes a community cork garden, animal habitat dioramas, indoor “beach,” and live animals! Kids will also be enjoy fun yoga sessions led by Yo Re Mi. And they can enjoy a live percussion performance concert led by Reynaliz Herrera featuring original music played from unconventional instruments. Free with museum admission, ages 2.5 and up. Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 45 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn; 718-735-4400

Holi, The Spring Festival Of Colors Honoring Mother Earth And Celebrating Earth Day

April, 23

2-4pm

Join the Hindu Temple Society of North America as they celebrate Holi and Earth Day. Holi marks the onset of spring when the re-generation of Mother Earth takes place. Learn all about the unique Holi celebrations while celebrating Earth Day! Bring the entire family to this festival of colors and enjoy multi-cultural dances and diverse music. Performers from different cultures will come together to celebrate mother nature. Get ready to for a blast of color and fun that will excite New Yorkers of all ages! Free, all ages. Queens Museum, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens. 718-592-9700

Earth Day Insect Expedition At Wave Hill

Sunday, April 23

12pm

Kids can get up-close and personal with insects and discover the other critters that crawl around the Hudson River Valley in springtime. Kids can also view live and preserved insects on display, then they can join insect guru Lawrence Forcella for an in-depth exploration of native creatures in their garden habitats. Free with admission to the grounds, ages 8 and up with an adult. Wave Hill, West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx

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British Swim School - Long Island

The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.&nbsp; British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School&rsquo;s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!

Dedimus Potestatem

Dedimus Potestatem provides fun, engaging, academically challenging programs to students in primary, middle, and high school. Programs include Leadership, Debate, Model United Nations, Computer Programming, Financial Literacy, Filmmaking, Philosophy, Model Congress, Mock Trial, Etiquette, Bioethics, Stem and Bioethics, and more. We currently offer both virtual and in-person private, semi-private, and group sessions and after-school programs. Contact us to bring us to your school today! Sessions We currently&nbsp;offer both virtual and in-person private, semi-private, and group sessions as well as after-school programs. To register, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.potestatem.co/bookclassesnow" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.potestatem.co/bookclassesnow&nbsp;</a>or email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@potestatem.co?subject=REGISTER" target="_blank" rel="noopener">info@potestatem.co</a> <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/leadership" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leadership: Middle School ages 10-13, High School ages 14-18</a> This is a unique leadership course that gives students the skills they need to succeed in life. Using an activity-based syllabus centered around character traits most sought and admired in leaders (initiative, honesty, self-control, adaptability, empathy, persuasiveness, resourcefulness, diligence, tolerance, determination, generosity, punctuality, courage, reliability, endurance, deference, creativity and integrity) students learn how to deal with situations they encounter in life. These building blocks will ensure they grow to become the leaders so sought after by our burgeoning society. Our grading rubric was adapted with the permission of Neil Mercer, the Director of research and Head of Faculty at The University of Cambridge. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/little-leaders-prek-and-kindergarten" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Little Leaders: Primary School Ages 6-9</a> Developed by former pre-school and elementary teachers, this ethics-centered program utilizes a play-based method to encourage students to explore and apply soft skills in their daily lives. While cultivating the skills they will need to build strong, successful relationships, they will learn how to find their voice and showcase themselves in the best way. Students will learn to communicate and negotiate so they can be better team leaders and team players. Students will learn how to deal with situations they encounter in life, such as bullying, cheating, conflicts between two or more parties, and more. The inculcation of these values in our children's formative years will ensure they grow to become the leaders so sought after by our burgeoning society. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/beginnersdebate" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Speech &amp; Debate</a>&nbsp;(competitive and non-competitive programs available) This online after-school program prepares students for formal and informal presentations. Participants learn to craft and present arguments and inform, persuade, and motivate an audience in a variety of ways. According to the English Speaking Union, debate is a natural fit for students and compliments common core standards. 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.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/model-un" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Model United Nations (Ages 11-18)</a> 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/self-defense-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Self Defense and Empowerment</a> 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. Mock Trial&nbsp;(<a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/mock-trial-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fairy Tale Mock Trial for ages 7-9</a>, regular&nbsp;<a href="https://www.potestatem.co/mock-trial-classes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mock Trial Ages 10-18</a>) 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/model-congress" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Model Congress: Ages 10-18</a> 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&rsquo;Connor) and the National Model U.S. Congress. These resources have been proven to improve students&rsquo; 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/philosophy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philosophy</a> The focus of the&nbsp;Philosophy&nbsp;class is to examine and understand the ideas behind the most popular&nbsp;philosophies&nbsp;embraced throughout the world. To do this, students examine ethical situations through the lens of these&nbsp;philosophies&nbsp;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&nbsp;<a href="https://nhseb.unc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">compete in the middle or high school Ethics Bowl</a>.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/money-matters-financial-literacy-for-kids-afterschool">Money Matters: Financial Literacy for Students</a> 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/stem-dna-ethics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">STEM and Bioethics:&nbsp;(Ages 10-18)</a> 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/virtual-after-school-etiquette" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Etiquette&nbsp;(Ages 5 and up)</a> 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/essay-writing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Speech and Essay Writing: Ages 10-18</a> 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/visual-storytelling" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visual Storytelling</a> 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. College application course&nbsp; 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. <a href="https://www.potestatem.co/classes/essay-writing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Academic writing</a>&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; <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> 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. Computer Programming: Coding for Kids 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.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

That's Mandarin

That's Mandarin is one of the oldest Chinese language schools in China. With a unique approach to language learning and our own in-house teaching methodologies; we aim to be not only the most experienced, but also one of the best Mandarin schools in China! We focus on providing the smoothest service and the best teaching experience to all our students; no matter whether they are studying Chinese online with our innovative online language learning system or at one of our Chinese language schools in China. Founded in 2005, That&rsquo;s Mandarin has been delivering excellence in Chinese teaching for over 15 years to more than 30,000 students of different nationalities. We now have schools in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen with plans to open more locations in more cities soon.&nbsp; &nbsp; COURSE INFO&nbsp; Learn Chinese online and enjoy private online classes with our professional native Chinese teachers anytime, anywhere. Our Online Chinese Course is perfect for students abroad who want to learn Chinese remotely. Besides, online Chinese classes are also a great opportunity for those who don&rsquo;t have enough time to come to our Mandarin school. By using That&rsquo;s Mandarin special learning platform, you can have online Mandarin classes with our teachers anytime and anywhere.&nbsp; &nbsp; We Offer：&nbsp; &bull; Standard Chinese Course&nbsp; &bull; HSK Preparation Course&nbsp; &bull; Chinese Course for Kids&nbsp; &bull; Chinese Course for Corporate Clients&nbsp; &nbsp; All lessons are private Chinese classes with certified native Chinese teachers with 24/7 access to our online system.&nbsp; For every new student we offer a free trial lesson with us.&nbsp; &nbsp; Online Classes Content:&nbsp; &nbsp; REAL-LIFE PRACTICE&nbsp; &bull; Communication skills&nbsp; &bull; Speaking practice&nbsp; &bull; Real-life situations&nbsp; &bull; Modern Chinese expressions&nbsp; &nbsp; LANGUAGE LEARNING&nbsp; &bull; HSK Vocabulary&nbsp; &bull; Daily Vocabulary&nbsp; &bull; Useful Grammar&nbsp; &bull; Set Phrases&nbsp; &bull; Slang &amp; Idioms&nbsp; &nbsp; CULTURAL ELEMENTS&nbsp; &bull; Chinese culture&nbsp; &bull; Natural wonders&nbsp; &bull; Famous sights&nbsp; &bull; Festivals &amp; traditions&nbsp; &bull; Classic literature, opera &amp; art&nbsp; &nbsp; HEATED DISCUSSIONS&nbsp; &bull; Discovering interesting topics&nbsp; &bull; Discussing global topics&nbsp; &bull; Social phenomena&nbsp; &bull; Cultural differences&nbsp; &nbsp; How&nbsp;much?&nbsp; The price starts at $24. &nbsp; When?&nbsp; The schedule depends on your availability as the course is fully customized.&nbsp; &nbsp; Where?&nbsp; We use our in-house digital platform NihaoCafe to help you connect with your teacher, review class notes, and schedule classes.&nbsp; &bull; Online Chinese Class content and teacher&rsquo;s notes automatically get recorded into the system, so it&rsquo;s easy to review your classes&nbsp; &bull; There&rsquo;s a huge teaching resource database, so you can prepare for your future online Chinese classes in advance&nbsp; &bull; There is an online course arrangement system that manages your booked Chinese classes &ndash; to guarantee that wherever you are, you and your teachers can stay informed about the online Mandarin class schedule and changes&nbsp; &bull; Teachers can also add their own courseware including webpages, PowerPoint presentations, videos, etc. into the system anytime&nbsp; &nbsp; &bull; Our professional IT team is online 24 hours a day, ready to solve any unexpected issues&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; CONTACT: &nbsp; Website: https://www.thatsmandarin.com&nbsp; Email: info@thatsmandarin.com&nbsp; &nbsp; Phone: +86 10 8448 9799&nbsp;