DivaMoms Book Club Talks Tech With Dr. Jodi Gold

Managing kids’ technology usage can be a challenge for even the most tech-savvy parents. How can we ensure screen time contributes to kids’ learning and development? What impact do parents’ technology habits have on their kids? At what age should certain technologies be integrated into a child’s life? How can kids and teens be protected and also learn to be good digital citizens? These are just a few of the many questions that will be addressed at DivaMoms’ Book Club with Dr. Jodi Gold, a pediatric psychiatrist and author of Screen Smart Parenting: How to Find Balance and Benefit in Your Child’s Use of Social Media, Apps and Digital Devices, on Wednesday, November 11 from 6:30-8pm.

This free event is open to both moms and dads (and their tweens and teens), and will feature a Q&A and book signing with Dr. Jodi Gold–plus wine and snacks! Book Club will take place at 500 East 54th Street at 1st Avenue (the sales office of 301 East 50).

Space is limited to the first 50 RSVPs, so secure your spot now by emailing RSVP@divamoms.com. When you RSVP, please include a question that you would like addressed on this important topic!

To learn more about the event, visit divamoms.com!

Collina Italiana - Italian Language and Cultural Center

Italian Fun for Kids and Teens! Learning a new language isn&rsquo;t just fun&mdash;it&rsquo;s also great for the brain! Did you know that it can help develop essential skills for life? Studies show that learning a second language at a young age can improve problem-solving, critical thinking, and listening abilities, while boosting memory, focus, and multitasking skills. Children who are fluent in multiple languages also demonstrate increased creativity and mental flexibility. At Collina Italiana, we make learning fun with stories, games, activities, and conversation. Each class blends art, storytelling, singing, and dancing to keep kids engaged. For older children, our classes focus on grammar and vocabulary, providing the tools they need to learn and practice Italian in a small group setting, all while having fun with a variety of resources. Kids love exploring the stories behind our cultural traditions, adding a rich, hands-on experience to their language learning journey. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Academics West

Academics West is an accredited high-support college preparatory school designed to meet the academic and social-emotional goals of its students. Our unique model allows for each student to benefit from a customized educational experience to ensure they are acquiring the skills necessary to navigate their post-secondary lives whether they attend college or pursue another path to future success. Students can select different tracks to construct the most beneficial program to suit their needs and goals. Unlike conventional education, this innovative model enables students to prepare for an ever-changing world that requires young people to have advanced executive functioning, interpersonal and leadership skills to become independent and resilient adults. &nbsp;

Steps on Broadway Youth Programs

<p class="m_6201101365486487057m_1751229968981391907gmail-m-6447730382188674378msonospacing" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">For 40 years, the Youth Programs at the internationally celebrated Steps on Broadway have nurtured young dancers, ages 18 months to 18 years.&nbsp; Whether seeking a fun dance experience or comprehensive pre-professional training, there is a program suited for everyone.&nbsp; Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, theater dance, hip hop, contemporary, modern, pointe and more.&nbsp; Taught by a faculty of internationally-recognized concert, ballet, Broadway and celebrated guest artists, every student is encouraged to discover their artistic uniqueness, deepen their passion for the art form, while growing as dancers and individuals.&nbsp; Classes are offered throughout the academic year and summer. First Steps (ages 18 mos &ndash; 5 yrs) Kids &amp; Teens (ages 6-18 yrs) Pre-Professional Program (ages 7-18 yrs, by audition only)