ACTIVITY
TRY FOR BULL’S EYE
Thanks to The Hunger Games, archery may start to gain a younger following. As
a sport that requires patience, strength and focus, we also think it’s a great activity
to teach to your child. But, where to go? Queens Archery, NYC’s largest archery
range, offers lessons from beginner instruction to junior Olympians in their
youth program. They make safety a priority and lessons are conducted by
experienced coaches. Got a pro on your hands? Enroll her in one of the weekly
tournaments, held on Sundays and Tuesdays. A free lesson is given with your
first bow and arrow rental! Recommended for ages 8 and up. For more information, visit bigapplearchery.com.
CELEBRATION
A WEEK FIT FOR A PRINCESS
April 22nd marks the start of National Princess Week, a
first-ever 
celebration of all things pink, royal and tiara-topped. Created by
Julie Andrews, she will also be collaborating with Target and Disney to mark
the 10-year anniversary of The Princess
Diaries. For National Princess Week only, Target.com will be selling
special merchandise featuring Disney royalty like Snow White, Ariel and
Cinderella. Plus, you and your little princess can celebrate this week at Let’s
Dress Up!, a local princess go-to spot. A Princess Party includes a sit-down
tea with food and pink lemonade, cake and party favors. And coinciding with
National Princess Week is the release of Moey’s new CD, Princess Revolution. In this girl-power themed release, the
NYC-based musician shows us that a princess can slay her own dragons and rescue
the prince! For more information, visit
target.com, letsdressupct.com and moeysmusicparty.com.
APP
FOR BUDDING AUTHORS
In this day and age, it seems our gadgets can do it all. And
with the release of the Scribble Press for iPad app, you and your child (ages 5
and up) can create a book in the palm of your hand. Using original artwork or
uploaded photos, watch as visuals and text transform into an original story. Your
child will delight in seeing his name as an author! And if you don’t have a story
in mind, Scribble Pad offers over 50 idea templates for you to use. The
finished product is instantly published on the Scribble Press eBook gallery for
you to share, cherish and enjoy. The best part? It’s free! Scribble Press has
locations on the Upper East and West Sides. For more information, visit scribblepressapp.com.
STORE
CHIRP! CHIRP!
Stacy Fraser, top children’s clothing designer and owner of
Pink Chicken (pictured above), recently opened her first NYC store on the Upper East
Side—to complement her location out East in Amagansett. Fraser, a mother
herself, designs clothing for both little ladies (newborn through tween) and
mommies, and is excited for her new boutique showcasing a bohemian look.
Designs include bright colors, fun prints, jewel-encrusted hair accessories and
summery silhouettes. Fraser brings her knowledge and experience directly to her
work—designing not only for aesthetics but for functionality, as well. Celeb
moms Nicole Richie and Jennifer Garner love Pink Chicken and now Manhattan
mamas can have a piece of the bird, too. For
more information, visit pinkchicken.com.
WEBSITE
SHOP BY CELEBRITY
Do you ever see your favorite celeb photographed with great
baby gear (OMG, Gwen Stefani and that amazing stroller)
and wonder where she got it? Here’s how to get your fix: Along with all the
wonderful baby items and familiar brands they sell in their New
Jersey store and online, NessaLee Baby has a “Shop By
Celebrity” tab that allows you to see what’s hot in Hollywood
right now. This one-stop online destination provides you with pictures, pricing
info and the option to buy. Expecting parents can also sign up for their gift
registry. And be sure to check out their blog for up-to-date news and celebrity
status on all-things baby! For more
information, visit nessaleebaby.com.
