New York City’s beloved toy store, FAO Schwarz, made its return to Midtown Manhattan on Friday, Nov. 16 after its Fifth Avenue flagship store closed in 2015—just in time for the holiday season! This 20,000-square-foot toy emporium is located at 30 Rock, just steps away from The Rink at Rockefeller Center and the soon-to-be-lit Rockefeller Plaza tree. Children and families will feel instantly welcome as soon as they enter the store’s grand doors, finding everything from board games and animals to dolls and STEM products. Here are five things your kids won’t want to miss at FAO Schwarz!

Nov 20, 2018

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester to Host Holiday Bricktacular Events in December

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester, a 32,300-square-foot indoor attraction for kids located in Yonkers, will celebrate the season with brand-new elements for its annual Bricktacular holiday events, which are happening all December long. In addition, LEGO MINILAND, featuring replicas of New York area landmarks made out of LEGO bricks, will be turned into a Winter Wonderland. Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is the perfect place to break out your favorite ugly sweaters, snap some unique holiday photos, and get into the holiday spirit each weekend in December.

Nov 20, 2018

‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Partners with Carnegie Deli to Bring Pop-Up Diner Experience to NYC Dec. 1-8

Amazon Prime Video is bringing back the iconic Carnegie Deli as a pop-up dining experience from Dec. 1-8 in Nolita in honor of the second season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (available for streaming via Amazon Prime on Friday, Dec. 5). This one-of-a-kind, family-friendly pop-up restaurant will transport diners back to the 1950s, from the décor to the menu items and prices, to reflect Midge Maisel’s New York City. And with the vintage cars that will be parked outside The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Carnegie Deli pop-up, it’s a perfect Instagramable dining experience with your kids!

Nov 20, 2018

Two New Dance Classes Now Available at American Dance and Drama Fresh Meadows

American Dance and Drama Studio in Fresh Meadows is now offering two themed dance classes for young kids as of this month. Princess Ballet is designed for kids ages two-and-a-half to three-and-a-half years old and Tot-Hop is designed for children ages 3 and 4.

Nov 19, 2018

Benefits of Music Education

Music education isn't just a nice extra—it helps children with academics, character development, empathy, and more.

Eye Level Learning Center Opens in New Hyde Park

On October 12, Eye Level New Hyde Park had it's official ribbon cutting ceremony after opening in September. The New Hyde Park location of this world-wide franchise will be open 3pm-8pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-2pm on Saturdays, and by appointment on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Nov 09, 2018

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids in New York City

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens that the whole family will enjoy.

Nov 07, 2018

Where to Celebrate Hanukkah in NYC

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights that remembers the miracle of lamp oil lasting for eight days, is celebrated this year from December 2-10. Here's our list of the best events to celebrate Hanukkah, or learn about Jewish culture, from menorah lightings to musical performances and yummy foods. Experience Hanukkah in New York City regardless of your borough, be it Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Also check out our roundups for Long Island and Westchester and Rockland counties.

Nov 16, 2018

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids on Long Island

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids on Long Island's Nassau and Suffolk counties that the whole family will enjoy.

Nov 07, 2018

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of kid-friendly Thanksgiving activities in Westchester County and Rockland County that the whole family will enjoy.

Nov 07, 2018

Why Do So Many Gifted and Talented Children Hate To Write?

Disliking to write is a widespread phenomenon, affecting as many as 50 percent of gifted kids--here’s how to change their minds just a little.

Jun 26, 2017

5 Things You Need to Do with Your Kids at the New FAO Schwarz

Nov 20, 2018

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester to Host Holiday Bricktacular Events in December

Nov 20, 2018

‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Partners with Carnegie Deli to Bring Pop-Up Diner Experience to NYC Dec. 1-8

Nov 20, 2018

Two New Dance Classes Now Available at American Dance and Drama Fresh Meadows

Nov 19, 2018

Yale New Haven Children's Hospital at Greenwich Hospital Opens Pediatric Specialty Center

This month, an 8,700-square-foot Pediatric Specialty Center opened at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital at Greenwich Hospital. The facility has a number of unique specialists including allergy/ immunology, cardiology, craniofacial surgery, endocrinology, gastroenterology, and hematology.

Nov 19, 2018

Here's What to Do if Your Child Was Denied EI Services

Young children who have developmental delays may be eligible for early intervention services, including speech, physical, and occupational therapies; family education, counseling, and support groups; as well as nursing, nutrition, social work, and assistive technology devices and services. But what happens if your child, who you suspect has developmental delays, is evaluated and denied early intervention services? Michelle Dell’Aquila explains what you can do.

Oct 19, 2018

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