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New York Family’s March/April 2016 Issue

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Photo by Michael Jurick. On Randi Zuckerberg: Cynthia Rowley dress; Isharya bracelets; her own Valentino booties.

FEATURES

Dot Mom
Entrepreneur, tech pioneer, and mom-of-two Randi Zuckerberg is all about the business of joy

Birthday Party Guide
Our annual birthday bonanza, featuring the coolest themes and party venues that embody them and six unique DIY projects for personalizing your party

Mitzvah Guide
The ultimate guide to bar and bat mitzvahs—including a list of fabulous local venues, a planning timeline, and a budget-balancing worksheet

Summer Fun (And Enrichment)
Plan a great summer for your child with our guide to camps and classes for kids of all ages

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

15 Events For Spring
The annual Macy’s Flower Show, “Dinosaurs Among Us” at the AMNH, the Tribeca On Location Street Fair, and more

HOME & AWAY

Real Estate
NYC brokers share their expertise on where to buy and rent now—plus a  cheat sheet for great new buildings

Quality Time
A new family wellness service, Instill Health with Laura Deutsch, offers three easy recipes for busy families

Camp Countdown
New experiences, close communities, and a sense of freedom keep campers returning year after year

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COLUMNS

Editor’s Note
What school does your [son/daughter] go to?

Events & Offers
A giveaway for a five-night stay at Grand Hyatt San Diego, the last Camp Fairs of the season, and the scoop on nominating a deserving educator for a Blackboard Award

Scoop
Activities for tweens and parents, designer consignment for kids, a cool ice cream spot on the UES, a learning app for little ones, and a baby gear cleaning service

Spotlight: Science, Technology & Math
How to support your child’s tech education at home–plus, our list of the best STEAM programs in NYC

Treats
Top local baby gear retailers share their favorite trends and products

Growing Up
In her new memoir Catastrophic Happiness, author Catherine Newman reflects on the terrifying joy of watching her children grow up

Starting Out
A selective guide to beloved local parent & me classes

Education
Preparing now for preschool admissions next fall–plus, a nursery school directory

Last Word
What a local mom and educator did when her own son refused to go to school

About the Author

Relevant Directory Listings

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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>

British Swim School - Manhattan

<p>The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.  British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School’s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!</p>

INTER

<p>INTER is your portal to the unknown—an intergalactic adventure filled with immersive environments and interactive art.</p> <p>In the midst of NYC’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—a break from the hustle and bustle, where they can step out of the concrete jungle and into otherworldly planets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p>