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New York Family’s Ultimate Guide To Raising Kids In New York City (2015-2016)

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COLUMNS

Editor’s Note
Growing up

Events & Offers
The inside scoop on all of New York Family’s newsletters, live events, and online calendar

Last Word
From “Sex And The City” to “Odd Mom Out,” a local mom shares life lessons learned in and out of the writers’ room

FEATURES

Peace, Happiness, and Space Solutions
How city families with children sharing a bedroom make it work–plus, tips on where to shop for kids’ furniture

X Marks The Spot
Uncover hidden spots and revisit old favorites with this citywide family scavenger hunt from Watson Adventures

The Ultimate Guide to Family Life in Lower Manhattan
New York Family’s guide to enrichment, education, parks, shopping, dining, culture, and more in the growing family hub of Lower Manhattan

SPECIAL SECTIONS & DIRECTORIES

Classes
A comprehensive guide to the city’s best classes for kids—plus hot tips on picking the right class for your child

Birthdays
Our fave birthday party venues and entertainers are sure to add something special to any child’s big day–plus, our favorite places to shop for party favors

Shopping
Get ready to shop to it with our selective guide to the best local retailers for all things baby, child, and family–plus, the best family-friendly flea markets in the city

Attractions
See NYC through a tourist’s eyes with our annual round-up of top attractions and family adventures–plus, NYC by boat, foot, and bus

Theater & Live Performances
Sit back and enjoy the show at NYC’s most kid-friendly theaters and venues–plus, how to get great deals on show tickets

Museums
From a state-of-the-art media lab to special stroller tours, the city’s museums offer hands-on learning opportunities for all ages–plus, our guide to museums that are off the beaten path

Education
They say knowledge is power—so study up on the city’s best resources for choosing the best school for your child

Health & Wellness
Where to find local pediatricians and dentists–plus, tips on picking a pediatrician and on special needs resources in the city

New & Expectant Parents
A selective guide to local bump and baby essentials–plus, Best in Show from the 2015 New York Baby Show

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Adventuring Portal

<p><a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) games for kids.   We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&D.</p> <p>Our D&D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.  Monday – Friday.  Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).  15 total gaming hours for $180.  If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.   </p> <p>Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor’s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done & 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&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.</p> <p>All our games focus on experiential learning.   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&D adventuring!</p> <p>We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum. </p> <p>All girls’ groups available. </p> <p>I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started Adventuring Portal, an online Dungeons & Dragons business for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&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.</p>

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you’ll never hear “I’m bored,” when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.<br /></span></p>

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.</p>


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