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totoro_by_joao_sembe-d3f4l4xOne super-cool artist’s vision for a Hayao Miyazaki theme park will make you forget all about Disney Land! From Totoro’s Tree House, to a “Spirited Away” bath house, this wonderland has something for every anime enthusiast! (Nerdist)

Doulas are becoming ever more popular on NYC’s maternity and birth scene. Check out this great article featuring former New York Family cover mom (and fab doula) Domino Kirke! (The New York Times)

The only thing more ridiculous than North West’s Fashion Week tantrum? Kanye West’s explanation of it. (Crushable)

The spirit of MJ lives on! One musically inclined pregnant woman recently attempted to induce labor by dancing to “Thriller” (and yes, there is a video)! What would your go-to labor tune be, ladies? (Mashable)

Critics and audiences alike agree that the movie was superb, but check out why the movie Boyhood could also be called Girlhood. (Wall Street Journal)

Have a big trip coming up? Check out this guide on how to make parents of babies on flights feel better. (Huffington Post)

Not surprisingly, it turns out that the popularity of Upper East Side private schools is good for the city’s real estate business. Get the scoop on the so-called “Private School Bump” on the UES housing market. (The New York Times)

Ready for a laugh? This awesome video of Michelle Obama slow-dancing with Big Bird is sure to make you smile! (ABC News)

Talk about frigid! Two 15-year-olds thankfully survived a night outside in sub-zero temperatures in Maine after getting lost while snowmobiling. Read their crazy story now! (Miami Herald)

A group of pregnant women are taking action after receiving ultra-sound photos that they claim are fake–and can apparently be found on Google. How would you react? (Mashable)

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Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The signature children’s Halloween event kicks off October 3<sup>rd</sup> when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don’t forget your costumes!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND® New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO® theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands.</span></p> <p> </p>

Joe's Music & Dance Academy

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Private and group music lessons & dance classes for Guitar, Bass, Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Drums, Piano, all woodwind & brass instruments, Choir, Preschool Dance, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Step, African and Modern Dance and more. Helping thousands of students begin and continue on their musical journey since 1998!</span></p>

A-Game Sports

<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;">A-Game Sports is a premier provider of sports camps, programming and instruction for kids of all ages ranging from toddlers to teens. As an instructional and recreational youth sports facility, our goal is to make athletics a rewarding experience for all kids. A-Game Sports is located in New Rochelle, NY, and offers camps, lessons, customized programs for more than 10 sports and rental space for private events. A-Game Sports was founded in 2013 by two guys who decided that it was time to do what they truly love in life. Since then, we've made the ideology of fusing hard work and fun into a reality. Our dedicated staff of professional coaches share their enthusiasm with kids of all ages and skill levels that take part in our programs.</p> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;"> </p> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;">With turfed fields for soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and flag football, batting cages and tunnels for baseball and softball, and various basketball programs, A-Game Sports is one of the premiere sports facilities for kids and adults of any age. Aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts will benefit from our many strength and conditioning programs, while children new to sports will learn skills and techniques within their chosen sport, all while having a great time and keeping the game fun.</p> </div>