Tennis Anyone?

With the annual US Open tennis tournament coming right up –running from August 23 to September 8– now is the perfect time to freshen up your tennis whites and gear up for the love of the game! From cute picks for kids to some slick picks for moms, our tennis-inspired shopping list is both fun and fashionable!

To get more info about attending the US Open with your family, visit usta.usopen.org! And to learn about some of our favorite city tennis programs for kids, click HERE!

Lacoste Girl’s Short Sleeve Tennis Racquet Graphic T-Shirt: This prim and polished Graphic T-Shirt is perfect for those meticulous girls ages 2-16 looking to ace their competition both on, and off the court. The tennis racquet graphic has a hipster flare yet still manages to get the signature crocodile in there. $19.99, shop.lacoste.com

Hello Kitty Practice Tennis Balls: Hello Tennis! Serve up some color in your opponents court with these bright pink Hello Kitty Practice Balls (12 in the set). Each ball is stamped with the iconic HK visage, as is the clear vinyl drawstring carry bag they come in. $19.99, sanrio.com

.US Open 2014 Women’s Ball Girl Polo By Ralph Lauren: Moms and tennis-savvy tweens are sure to look court-side official in this short-sleeved, ribbed collared, polyester polo by Ralph Lauren, designed just for the US Open. The contrasting mesh panels on both sides will help you keep your cool while you win the match. $125, ustashop.com

.US Open Infant Kiddy Flaming Ball Bonnet: Keep the sun out of your little ones’ eyes with this 100% cotton bucket hat so they can watch the match too. Perfect for 0-3 year olds, and even comes with a Velcro under chin strap in case your little tennis enthusiasts get really into the game. $14.40, ustashop.com

.Nike “Servin’ Up Heat” Boys Tee: Let your little tennis ace serve up a winning attitude–just like the pros–with Nike’s red-hot tennis tee. It’s crafted from ultra-soft cotton for a great feel and a bold graphic for the perfect blast of athletic style. $14.97, store.nike.com

Wilson Junior US Open 19: This lightweight racquet is perfect for kids and tweens just getting into the swing of tennis. The Wilson brand promises top quality and the smaller size promises a more enjoyable game. Plus, the bright green and yellow US Open graphic will let your little ones feel like they’re a part of the action! $19.99, wilson.com

Sugarpova Sporty Chewing Gum: Talk about a perfect match–Sugarpova, which is tennis star Maria Sharapova’s candy brand, serves up this delightful gum that is actually shaped like tennis balls. Get the taste of victory with these cute lemon-lime gumballs as you watch the exciting matches this month! $5.99, shop.sugarpova.com

CK Kids

CK Kids offers various classes and programs, including Afterschool Program, Lil Chefs, Boys Hip-Hop, Ninja Starz, Lil Artists, CK Kids Athletic Programs, Acrobatics, Dance and Drama, and Karate.&nbsp;

That's Mandarin

That's Mandarin is one of the oldest Chinese language schools in China. With a unique approach to language learning and our own in-house teaching methodologies; we aim to be not only the most experienced, but also one of the best Mandarin schools in China! We focus on providing the smoothest service and the best teaching experience to all our students; no matter whether they are studying Chinese online with our innovative online language learning system or at one of our Chinese language schools in China. Founded in 2005, That&rsquo;s Mandarin has been delivering excellence in Chinese teaching for over 15 years to more than 30,000 students of different nationalities. We now have schools in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen with plans to open more locations in more cities soon.&nbsp; &nbsp; COURSE INFO&nbsp; Learn Chinese online and enjoy private online classes with our professional native Chinese teachers anytime, anywhere. Our Online Chinese Course is perfect for students abroad who want to learn Chinese remotely. Besides, online Chinese classes are also a great opportunity for those who don&rsquo;t have enough time to come to our Mandarin school. By using That&rsquo;s Mandarin special learning platform, you can have online Mandarin classes with our teachers anytime and anywhere.&nbsp; &nbsp; We Offer：&nbsp; &bull; Standard Chinese Course&nbsp; &bull; HSK Preparation Course&nbsp; &bull; Chinese Course for Kids&nbsp; &bull; Chinese Course for Corporate Clients&nbsp; &nbsp; All lessons are private Chinese classes with certified native Chinese teachers with 24/7 access to our online system.&nbsp; For every new student we offer a free trial lesson with us.&nbsp; &nbsp; Online Classes Content:&nbsp; &nbsp; REAL-LIFE PRACTICE&nbsp; &bull; Communication skills&nbsp; &bull; Speaking practice&nbsp; &bull; Real-life situations&nbsp; &bull; Modern Chinese expressions&nbsp; &nbsp; LANGUAGE LEARNING&nbsp; &bull; HSK Vocabulary&nbsp; &bull; Daily Vocabulary&nbsp; &bull; Useful Grammar&nbsp; &bull; Set Phrases&nbsp; &bull; Slang &amp; Idioms&nbsp; &nbsp; CULTURAL ELEMENTS&nbsp; &bull; Chinese culture&nbsp; &bull; Natural wonders&nbsp; &bull; Famous sights&nbsp; &bull; Festivals &amp; traditions&nbsp; &bull; Classic literature, opera &amp; art&nbsp; &nbsp; HEATED DISCUSSIONS&nbsp; &bull; Discovering interesting topics&nbsp; &bull; Discussing global topics&nbsp; &bull; Social phenomena&nbsp; &bull; Cultural differences&nbsp; &nbsp; How&nbsp;much?&nbsp; The price starts at $24. &nbsp; When?&nbsp; The schedule depends on your availability as the course is fully customized.&nbsp; &nbsp; Where?&nbsp; We use our in-house digital platform NihaoCafe to help you connect with your teacher, review class notes, and schedule classes.&nbsp; &bull; Online Chinese Class content and teacher&rsquo;s notes automatically get recorded into the system, so it&rsquo;s easy to review your classes&nbsp; &bull; There&rsquo;s a huge teaching resource database, so you can prepare for your future online Chinese classes in advance&nbsp; &bull; There is an online course arrangement system that manages your booked Chinese classes &ndash; to guarantee that wherever you are, you and your teachers can stay informed about the online Mandarin class schedule and changes&nbsp; &bull; Teachers can also add their own courseware including webpages, PowerPoint presentations, videos, etc. into the system anytime&nbsp; &nbsp; &bull; Our professional IT team is online 24 hours a day, ready to solve any unexpected issues&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; CONTACT: &nbsp; Website: https://www.thatsmandarin.com&nbsp; Email: info@thatsmandarin.com&nbsp; &nbsp; Phone: +86 10 8448 9799&nbsp;

Chickenshed NYC

Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed&rsquo;s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change. Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen. Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.