http://www.NYMetroParents.com Latest NYMetroParents.com News, Features, Interviews, and More... en-us Copyright 2006 NYMetroParents.com http://backend.userland.com/rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:00:53 PST 360 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/nymprss.jpg http://www.NYMetroParents.com Looking for fun and affordable family events in NYC? We've put together a list of the best things to do with kids in Manhattan this February, from Valentine's Day concerts to Kids' Night on Broadway, Sesame Street Live, a groovy Gustafer Yellowgold show, the 50th anniversary of "A Wrinkle in Time," a dance concert and pow-wow, a soccer-inspired show, and sledding in the parks. Regional Highlights http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67240 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67240 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:15:32 PST The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee report released in January states that the number of children affected by lead poisoning may be much higher than previously thought, suggesting that even low levels of lead exposure can be detrimental to kids. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67239 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67239 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:14:19 PST FasTracKids, an early childhood education enrichment program founded in 1997, has 365 locations in 49 countries. JEI is an academic enrichment program that aligns with state curriculum. The new FasTracKids/JEI center in Bellmore officially opened on Jan. 15. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67237 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67237 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:51:50 PST On Jan. 16 2012, New Hyde Park welcomed Mathnasium: the Center for Math with a grand opening complete with the A+ mascot. Run by former accountant Peter Abrams, Mathnasium moves away from traditional approaches of memorization and repetition toward methods that get students to think like mathematicians. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67236 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67236 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:36:18 PST Lend a little hand in your community, and make it a family affair! We've put together a guide to some places around Westchester County that need your help, including non-profit organizations, nursing homes, animal shelters, food pantries, and many more. Volunteer opportunities are available for children and adults alike. And remember - big or small, everyone has the power to make a difference! News & Tips: Family Activities http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=22908 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=22908 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:06:33 PST Karma Kids Yoga has opened a second location and begun to offer adult yoga classes. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67235 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67235 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:35:48 PST The Peoples Improv Theater, known as The PIT, launched a new birthday party division in January 2012. The new division, Broadway Birthday Bashes, will host parties for kids. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67234 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67234 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:24:10 PST socialsklz:-) is offering a new program called CLUBsocialsklz:-) that will be offered both in Manhattan and Brooklyn. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67233 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67233 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:36:13 PST Uproar Art, an all-purpose Brooklyn-based nonprofit art program for kids and teens, is launching a visiting artists program in schools this spring. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67232 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67232 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:36:07 PST Jennifer Jimenez opened Sunshine Daycare Center in February 2012 and plans to run it like a preschool, catering to children ages 2 through 6. Sunshine Daycare Centers curriculum will emphasize reading, writing, math, and science skills, as well as fine and gross motor skills. http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67231 http://www.NYMetroParents.com/newarticle.cfm?colid=67231 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:44:11 PST