The September/October 2016 Issue Of New York Family

NYF_0916_C1 — Photo by Karilyn Sanders Photography. Hair by Terry Mathis; Makeup by Nicky Saunders; Styling by Kareem James. Renée Elise Goldsberry wears a Billy Reid dress and Dannijo earrings.

FEATURES

Telling Her Story: As the Tony-winning actress Renée Elise Goldsberry approaches her final days in “Hamilton,” she continues to find strength, fulfillment, and balance by prioritizing meaningful professional projects and time with family

Class Consciousness: Our annual fall guide to the best classes and enrichment programs for all ages–plus, a cool sports resource

Geek Out!: Local science and tech programs share fun ideas for bringing innovation home

All About Admissions: Expert advice on nursery and independent school tours, interviews, and more

Words Of Wisdom: The city’s brightest teachers offer advice to parents on how to help their children thrive in school and beyond

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

15 Great Events For Fall
The Brooklyn Book Festival, the Rolex Central Park Horse Show, Carnegie Hall’s Fall Family Days, and more–plus, super-scary Halloween happenings

HOME & AWAY

Real Estate: A guide to some of NYC’s most impressive new residential buildings and classic properties

Quality Time: Add some spooky swag to your Halloween candy carriers with three easy DIY ideas

At Home: Two local moms offer an innovative solution for family keepsake storage

COLUMNS

Editor’s Note: From the sublime to the ridiculous

Events & Offers: New York Family’s Independent School Fairs, the Blackboard Awards for Schools and Principals, and First Candle’s upcoming gala

Scoop: Pokémon catching at the Met, rock-climbing in Brooklyn, designer baby gear, the coolest kids’ classes service, and French-inspired birthday parties

It’s My Party: Birthday celebrations at NYC Elite, Riverpark, and 202 East

Spotlight: Music: How to introduce your child to the songs and artists you love

Treats: Coolest back-to-school clothes and shoes for kids of all ages

Special Place: Founded by a former rocket scientist, LAUNCH Math & Science Centers encourage a lifelong appreciation of STEM subjects

Starting Out: Food blogger and mom-of-two Leena Saini brings global flavor to baby food

Giving Back: First Candle fights for infant safety through a mix of education, advocacy, and research

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Parent In Profile: Gymboree founder Joan Barnes shares her story of success, struggle, and soul-searching in an empowering new book

Growing Up: A new parenting book draws on the wisdom of Jewish mothers

Education: In Helping Children Succeed, Paul Tough explores how parents and educators can create environments that allow students to flourish

Wellness: In his book Self-Reg, Dr. Stuart Shanker breaks down five simple steps to helping children manage stress

Sports: Two of NYC’s premier youth basketball programs have joined forces, giving kids more opportunities to get on the court

Good Idea: A conversation on finding personal fulfillment at the office and at home with work-life expert Samantha Ettus

Must Read: MomTrends founder Nicole Feliciano celebrates moms who make it work with her debut book

Last Word: One mother’s struggle to set limits with her special needs child

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Basketball City

Beginning June 2024, Basketball City will be running a full weekly schedule of Summer Basketball Camps. We will have our professional staff of coaches teaching your kids weekly. Our camps are designed to teach kids the skills they need to become a better basketball player by using specific drills and fitness work that focus on the fundamentals of the game in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. &nbsp;The camps run weekly varying in time and the number of days for ages 6-17. We have 3-, 4- &amp; 5-day options with times ranging from 9-4pm or 9-3pm. Every camper will receive a jersey once they are registered and arrive. We are limiting the number of camp participants each week to ensure a safe and healthy environment for your children. The limited number of campers will also ensure that your child receives individual attention needed to improve their basketball skills. Our camps in the past typically include current and past NBA players and a collaboration with the Jr. Knicks, the National Basketball Players Association, as well as 5 Star Basketball, and our ever-popular Basketball City FUNdamentals Camp along with our Jr. NBA/NBA Cares NBA Draft/Skills Challenge Camp with future NBA talent.

Color Me Mine

Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels. At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments. Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come. Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest. Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!

The Music Institute of Long Island

Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors from many of the most prestigious conservatories and graduate music schools in the United States and Europe. Long Island&rsquo;s foremost musical academies, its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice classes. MILI has been voted # 1 BEST MUSIC SCHOOL Consistently.&nbsp; They teach the Traditional, Suzuki, and ABRSM methods. Students participate in All-National, All-Eastern, All-State, youth orchestras, and score highly in NYSSMA and Royal Academy Music Festivals. First prize winners of competitions earn solos at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras. MILI offers Fall/Spring semesters plus Summer Sessions. Semesters include 15-17 weeks of private lessons, solo recitals with a final GALA Concert featuring chamber music. About the Directors: Carol &amp; Geri Kushner: The sisters are violinists, violists, chamber coaches &amp; performers. They believe in instilling the love of music, &nbsp;fostering proficiency, success, confidence &amp; believe all MILI students achieve success. Degrees BM, MM (+), K-12 certifications, attended Manhattan School of Music, Queens College &amp; Stonybrook University.They have been adjunct professors at Syracuse University, Aaron Copland School of Music Pre-College &amp; Five Towns Colleges, Stonybrook University &amp; have taught in L.I. public schools.