The March 2013 Issue Of New York Family

Features

Mom Goes To Washington
How U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Balances The Demands Of Political Life And Her Most Important Constituents—Her Family

Making Birthday Magic
Pick A Theme, Any Theme, For Your Child’s Next Birthday Bash!

Best In Medicine
Our Annual Guide To The Top Hospitals In NYC

Ready, Set, Cure
Urgent Care Centers: The Hottest Trend In Emergency Medicine

Family Fun Guide

Ten Great Events For March
Giants Of The Deep, A Tooth Fairy Tale, Sleeping Beauty Ballet, And More

Home & Away

Real Estate
A Roundup Of Luxurious New Buildings—And One Community Classic—With Multi-Bedroom Units And Kid-Friendly Amenities

Camps: Making A Match
10 Things To Consider When Choosing A Summer Camp

Camps: Solo Or Duo
Should A Child Go To Sleepaway Camp With A Buddy?

Columns

Editor’s Note
On Politics & Parenting

Contests & Special Events
A Scholastic Party Giveaway, Local Camp Fairs This Month, The 2013 New York Baby Show

Scoop
Easter Photo Opps, A Local Fair Trade Market, Adorable Wall Art, And More

Education
For Struggling Middle And High School Students, Fusion Academy Takes Personalized Attention To The Highest Level, With A Nurturing Environment And A 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Where To Shop
Some Of The NYC-Metro Area’s Best Shopping For Nursery, Feeding, And Baby Gear

The Best Baby Bottles And Breast Pumps Of 2013
A Collection That Takes Everything From Colic To Non-Toxic Materials Into Consideration—Plus Great Breast Pumps For Optimal Comfort And Customization

The Last Word
A Family Trip To Disney World Has This Writer Thinking That Princess Culture Might Not Be Such A Bad Thing…In Its Place

Adventuring Portal

<a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D) games for kids.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&amp;D. Our D&amp;D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday &ndash; Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).&nbsp;&nbsp;15 total gaming hours for $180.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor&rsquo;s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done &amp; take care of your to-do list? Maybe your tween or teen is still a bit isolated and craves connection with their peers? Whether your teen/tween has played D&amp;D before or is brand-new to the experience, this safe space brings players together to have fun and solve problems as a team in ways few other online opportunities do. All our games focus on experiential learning.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our players leave knowing all the basic game play as well as experiencing: teamwork, bravery, compassion, generosity, negotiation, improvisation, gamer etiquette, strategy, critical thinking, problem solving, cartography and probability - all through online D&amp;D adventuring! We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum.&nbsp; All girls&rsquo; groups available.&nbsp; I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started&nbsp;Adventuring Portal, an&nbsp;online Dungeons &amp; Dragons&nbsp;business&nbsp;for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&amp;D and I hope you will consider us as a great way for your child to safely socialize, grow as people and have a great time.

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.

Elf the Musical

They'll sing loud for all to hear. You can bring the Christmas cheer. Start decking the halls, people &ndash; it's Elf The Musical! After a decade away, the beloved holiday classic is back on Broadway for a strictly limited run. Whether you&rsquo;re searching for the perfect stocking stuffer or a festive outing for the whole family, this family-friendly show is packed with joy, laughter, and snow-covered magic. A musical comedy adaptation of the hit 2003 film, Elf The Musical follows Buddy the orphan who, after being raised by elves at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Academy Award&reg; nominee Sean Astin ("Lord of the Rings") is Santa Claus alongside Tony Award&reg; nominee Grey Henson as Buddy, Drama Desk Award nominee Ashley Brown as Emily, and rising star Kayla Davion as Jovie. Plus, keep an eye out for social media celebrity Kalen Allen &ndash; known for his appearances on "The Ellen Show" &ndash; as the hilarious store manager. Called &ldquo;a slickly irresistible and fizzily enjoyable confection of a show&rdquo; (Time Out), this holly-jolly hit is one you won't want to miss. Through January 4 only!