2015 Cover Contest Finalists Announced

NYMetroParents is proud to announce the 8 finalists in the 2015 Kids Cover Contest, who are set to be professionally photographed at PhotoOp NYC in late June.

More than 1,200 entries were submitted for NYMetroParents 2015 Kids Cover Contest, with parents from all of our regions sharing cute pictures of their children for a chance to win a coveted spot on our magazines’ cover as well as the grand prize, a $500 gift card from Pear Tree Greetings

Editors reviewed every entry and picked their favorites, as the official rules indicate, “based equally upon the criteria of personality, charm, and marketability as a child cover model, as conveyed by their photo.” All finalists win $25 gifts from Appaman, two New York CityPASS ticket books worth $114 each, plus inclusion in a future print issue.

The Coney and a Casino with Paul Pippin

Schneps Connects

Without further ado, here are the finalists of the 2015 Kids Cover Contest!

Fan Favorite Finalist Is:

The Fan Favorite, 3-year-old Veron, hails from Queens. He captured the Fan Favorite title when his mom shared his photo on Facebook and earned his entry more than 2,000 votes! Veron and his family have won a $250 gift from Pear Tree Greetings—congratulations!

The 7 Editors’ Picks Finalists Are:

Nicholas, age 6, also from Queens

Miley, age 3, from Westchester County

Loui Dean, age 4, from Brooklyn

Einstein, age 8, from Manhattan

Renee, age 8, from Nassau County, Long Island

Christopher, age 10, from Suffolk County, Long Island

Kennedy, age 4, from Bergen County, NJ

Once all pictures are in from the late-June professional photo shoot, editors and photographers will convene to choose a Grand Prize Winner—stay tuned!

Special thank you to our Facebook fans for helping us spread the word and get votes on ALL of the cute kids who entered our cover contest. And thanks as well to our generous sponsors, who make the prizes and the photo shoot possible.

Adventuring Portal

<a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D) games for kids.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&amp;D. Our D&amp;D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday &ndash; Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).&nbsp;&nbsp;15 total gaming hours for $180.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor&rsquo;s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done &amp; take care of your to-do list? Maybe your tween or teen is still a bit isolated and craves connection with their peers? Whether your teen/tween has played D&amp;D before or is brand-new to the experience, this safe space brings players together to have fun and solve problems as a team in ways few other online opportunities do. All our games focus on experiential learning.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our players leave knowing all the basic game play as well as experiencing: teamwork, bravery, compassion, generosity, negotiation, improvisation, gamer etiquette, strategy, critical thinking, problem solving, cartography and probability - all through online D&amp;D adventuring! We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum.&nbsp; All girls&rsquo; groups available.&nbsp; I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started&nbsp;Adventuring Portal, an&nbsp;online Dungeons &amp; Dragons&nbsp;business&nbsp;for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&amp;D and I hope you will consider us as a great way for your child to safely socialize, grow as people and have a great time.

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;