New York Family’s December 2014 Issue

FEATURES

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Photo by Sarah Merians Photography. Hair & makeup by Glamazon Beauty Cosmetics by Kim Baker. Globe from the National Geographic Store

The Givers: Journalists Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn on the many-fold ways people are making a difference in the world and in their own lives

Class Distinction: Expert tips on how to choose a kids’ class from some of the best enrichment programs in the city

Spreading Comfort & Joy: Celebrate the season of giving with some of our favorite charities—plus picks from local parents

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

10 Great Events For December: “Puss in Boots” by the Gotham Chamber Opera, PUSH Physical Theatre at Symphony Space, Make Music New York, and more

Spirit Of The Season: Our ultimate guide for a classic New York holiday—including the best trees, brightest lights, jolliest Santas, and more

Soul Of The City: How New York living has transformed Dan Zanes’ music and life

HOME & AWAY

Real Estate: Part 2 of our roundup of NYC’s most family-friendly new buildings and classic properties

Travel: Dream family vacations in London and Colorado

COLUMNS

Editor’s Note: Giving and getting

Events & Offers: The scoop on our Pinterest page, signing up for our e-newsletters, Blackboard Award nominations, and an UPPAbaby giveaway

Scoop: The latest Hello Kitty collaboration, a local nanny placement service, a new clothing store on the UES, a family photography book, and gourmet pregnancy craving treats

It’s My Party: Birthday celebrations at the Craft Studio, with Little Maestros, and in Times Square

Activity of the Month: Young gymnasts—from some of the city’s best programs—on why the sport makes them flip out. Plus, where to tumble in NYC

Treats: Our guide to the hottest holiday toys of the year for kids of all ages

Lysst: Luxurious stocking stuffers for the moms and dads on your nice list

The Last Word: With an open heart and generous spirit, one SAHM is changing her status from stay-at-home-mother to stay-at-home-daughter

 

 

 

 

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Gaga Madness

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Gaga is the hottest new sport in NYC. We've taken the fun of GAGA and pushed it into overdrive. Energetic coaches, pumped up music, sideline commentary, gear giveaways and more. Stay active and keep fit with this new craze that's sweeping the city.</span></p>

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.</p>

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day’s robot in their own “workshop”.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">The Foundry’s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </span></p>