Shopping: Shark Week Style

It’s just about time to get out of the water and into some super-cool shark-inspired gear! The Discovery Channel’s annual television event, “Shark Week,” is kicking off on July 5, 2015 this year–get ready to celebrate with a shark-tastic viewing party, a trip to the beach, or with some sharp-looking shark-inspired gift picks. From jaws-worthy clothing to marine-themed candy, we’ve got you covered for any any attacks of shark-obsession that may strike your household during “Shark Week.”

To learn more about the Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” programming, visit discovery.com/tv-shows/shark-week!

Stella McCartney Kids Marnie Shark Print Dress
Your kiddo won’t be a landlubber if they’re decked out in this fashionable ensemble by Stella McCartney Kids. Emblazoned with a cartoonish shark and pops of color, Stella McCartney can help your whole family get in the Shark Week spirit. $43, stellamccartney.com.
Whalebone Creative Youth Longsleeves - Jaws
A hardcore "Shark Week" fan will love this comfy long sleeve tee embalzonedwith jaws. Perfect for taking a little bite out of the "Shark Week" culture, and complete with a cool Hamptons-made beachy style, this shirt is a perfect pick for the tween-age fishies in your pond. $26, whalebone.com
HEXBUG Aquabot 2.0 Shark Tank from AMNH
Want a shark without the ocean (or danger)? The American Museum of Natural History sells an interactive toy that replicates having a fish without any of the responsibility of care. Kids can design the tank with coral pieces and interact with the responsive Angelfish-bot. $34.99, shop.amnh.org
Pottery Barn Kids Shark Shelf
Live every week like it’s "Shark Week." This iron shark-shaped shelf from Pottery Barn Kids allows storage and display of fun beach mementos, as well as the possibility for storage. It’s a great way to celebrate sharks even when your TV and the rest of the world have returned safely to dry land. $103, potterybarnkids.com
“Let the Fin Begin” Terry Shark Bath Robe from giggle
Even bath time can be an undersea adventure with this robe, available locally at giggle (both uptown and in SoHo). Soft and comfy, your tot can pretend to be a shark when they pull the finned hood over their head (of course, they’ll be the cuddliest shark ever). A great way to participate in "Shark Week" and to make bath-time fun. $30, giggle.com
It's Sugar Bulk Sour Shark Gummies
What’s a "Shark Week" viewing party without themed food? These sharky (and sugary) gummies are not only completely on-theme for the occasion, but they’re also sour enough to keep you from endlessly reaching for more. $14.99, itssugar.com
Hatley Lots of Sharks Boys’ Rash Guard
Your little one’s going to want to go swim with the fishes after putting on this rash guard from Hatley. With a hungry shark screen printed on the side, this outfit is great for swimming, scouring the ocean for marine friends, and also for curling up on the couch to watch "Shark Week" with the family. $42, hatley.com
J.Crew Boys’ Board Short in Shark Tooth
If you want a little more of that surfer vibe, these patterned swim shorts from J.Crew's crewcuts line for kids may just be for your little dude. Another way to swim in style during "Shark Week," you may just raise a little surfer who outruns real sharks one day. $46.99, jcrew.com
Mini Rodini Tatoos
What kind of sailor doesn’t have ink? These fun nnautical-themed temporary tattoos are perfect to get the feel of the ocean (and then wash it away a few days later). The cute designs are great to celebrate the upcoming shark holiday, or for a summer b-day bash. $5.50, minirodini.com
Boden Bright Blue Giant Sharks Flip Flops
Why just wear sharks on top when you can have sharks all over? These funky shark-patterned flip flops from Mini Boden are great for the beach, the pool, and anywhere else (all summer long). There’s even a matching beach towel available, if you’re craving even more sharks. $18, bodenusa.com

Explore MetroWest Boston

<h1>Turn Whining into Winning in MetroWest Boston</h1> From beer gardens to corn mazes, state parks to beautiful art, MetroWest Boston is a great destination for a weekend trip! Enjoy <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/get-outside/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-state-park-61a91acef30b531a665ab64d">Hopkinton State Park</a>&rsquo;s gorgeous foliage while kayaking on the lake or hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing on the amazing trails. In the evening, catch a play, musical, concert, art exhibition, dance performance, or immersive theatrical event at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-center-for-the-arts-63c03d7e0d792d753263b4d1">Hopkinton Center for the Arts</a>. Get a great night&rsquo;s sleep at one of the region&rsquo;s hotels, such as <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=the-verve-hotel-boston-natick-tapestry-collection-by-hilton-61aa4790f30b531a666119e4">The VERVE</a>, with its fun and funky pop art d&eacute;cor, or <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=aloft-framingham-6216279ccc891d1d0862c8c2">Aloft</a> with their pool tables and lobby games. In the morning, visit the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=danforth-art-school-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d90">Danforth Art Museum</a>, a jewel box housing 3,500+ artworks from three centuries, including groundbreaking sculptures depicting the African and African American experience by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller. Cross the street to the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=framingham-history-center-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d92">Framingham History Center</a> to explore their new multilingual exhibit that traces the city&rsquo;s immigration story, from those fleeing the 1690s Salem Witch trials, to the Irish and Italian influx in the 1800-1900s, to the current migration of Brazilians. &ldquo;Framingham&rsquo;s Collective Journeys&rdquo; includes oral histories, interactives, and artifacts. No visit to Framingham is complete without stopping at legendary <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/eat/?imgoing-place=jacks-abby-craft-lagers-61a8e11cf30b531a66592da0">Jack&rsquo;s Abby Craft Lagers</a>, one of 17 breweries in MetroWest, where you can enjoy a flight with a schnitzel sandwich or their famous Framinghamburger. Afterwards, spend a few hours at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/activities/?imgoing-place=level99-64a8389c51f92a351a6a3f06">Level99</a> testing each other with 50+ mental and physical escape rooms and challenges. The next day, tour the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=longfellows-wayside-inn-61aa7aa3f30b531a66621f57">Wayside Inn</a>. The oldest inn in America&rsquo;s 100-acre property includes the Old Barn, now a farm stand with displays of antique farming tools, the historic Grist Mill, and beautiful grounds containing the Longfellow Memorial Garden, the Redstone Schoolhouse from the poem &ldquo;Mary Had a Little Lamb&rdquo;, the Martha-Mary Chapel, and Josephine's Pond for fishing. Stay for a delicious gourmet meal in their historic dining room. Spend the afternoon at the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=american-heritage-museum-61a92852f30b531a665b17bf">American Heritage Museum</a>. Start your tour in the depths of a WWI trench listening to a nurse&rsquo;s first-hand account from the Western Front while bombs explode above you and the floor begins to shake. This extraordinary museum features one-of-a-kind historic aircraft, tanks, cars and rare relics from the Revolutionary War to today, in immersive exhibits and living history events. Afterwards, wander the charming shops and boutiques of downtown Hudson. <h3>MetroWest Boston offers these and many other attractions, activities and events for the whole family!</h3>

Dance Workshop - Long Island

Nestled in the heart of Lynbrook Village, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with the Dance Workshop! MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!