The March 2013 Issue Of New York Family

Features

Mom Goes To Washington
How U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Balances The Demands Of Political Life And Her Most Important Constituents—Her Family

Making Birthday Magic
Pick A Theme, Any Theme, For Your Child’s Next Birthday Bash!

Best In Medicine
Our Annual Guide To The Top Hospitals In NYC

Ready, Set, Cure
Urgent Care Centers: The Hottest Trend In Emergency Medicine

Family Fun Guide

Ten Great Events For March
Giants Of The Deep, A Tooth Fairy Tale, Sleeping Beauty Ballet, And More

Home & Away 

Real Estate
A Roundup Of Luxurious New Buildings—And One Community Classic—With Multi-Bedroom Units And Kid-Friendly Amenities

Camps: Making A Match
10 Things To Consider When Choosing A Summer Camp

Camps: Solo Or Duo
Should A Child Go To Sleepaway Camp With A Buddy?

Columns

Editor’s Note
On Politics & Parenting

Contests & Special Events
A Scholastic Party Giveaway, Local Camp Fairs This Month, The 2013 New York Baby Show

Scoop
Easter Photo Opps, A Local Fair Trade Market, Adorable Wall Art, And More

Education
For Struggling Middle And High School Students, Fusion Academy Takes Personalized Attention To The Highest Level, With A Nurturing Environment And A 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Where To Shop
Some Of The NYC-Metro Area’s Best Shopping For Nursery, Feeding, And Baby Gear

The Best Baby Bottles And Breast Pumps Of 2013
A Collection That Takes Everything From Colic To Non-Toxic Materials Into Consideration—Plus Great Breast Pumps For Optimal Comfort And Customization

The Last Word
A Family Trip To Disney World Has This Writer Thinking That Princess Culture Might Not Be Such A Bad Thing…In Its Place

 

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Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day’s robot in their own “workshop”.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">The Foundry’s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </span></p>

Gaga Madness

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Gaga is the hottest new sport in NYC. We've taken the fun of GAGA and pushed it into overdrive. Energetic coaches, pumped up music, sideline commentary, gear giveaways and more. Stay active and keep fit with this new craze that's sweeping the city.</span></p>

Asphalt Green

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Asphalt Green’s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level.<br />As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green’s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.</span></p>