Free Swim Lessons At The YMCA Teach Valuable Life Skills

In observance of National Water Safety Month this April, the YMCA of Greater New York is urging parents to take their children’s relationship with water seriously by providing them with free swim lessons. This program was developed as a way to spread awareness and emphasize the importance of water safety.

During the week of April 10-14, parents are encouraged to take their children to any participating YMCA branches across New York City where they will have the chance to enjoy water sports, enhance or learn new techniques, and meet new friends all while learning life-saving water safety skills.

Registration will stay open throughout the week of the program for any classes that are not filled. You can sign up here.

Visit Schoharie County

The Schoharie Valley is home to things grown well - trees, crops, produce, people. It is filled with inviting farms and businesses beckoning visitors to experience what locals love about the region. Its enchanting vistas, rich farmland, and strong sense of community are what make Schoharie County such a fascinating place to visit and to live.

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;

INTER

INTER is your portal to the unknown&mdash;an intergalactic adventure filled with immersive environments and interactive art. In the midst of NYC&rsquo;s non-stop energy, our intergalactic adventure offers a refreshing escape from the ordinary. Tourists come to the city for unique, once-in-a-lifetime adventures, and this is exactly what we provide&mdash;a break from the hustle and bustle, where they can step out of the concrete jungle and into otherworldly planets. &nbsp; &nbsp;