New York Family’s June/July 2014 Issue

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If You Give A Dad A Doughnut…
Raising five kids in the city can’t be easy, but nobody makes fatherhood funnier than comedian Jim Gaffigan

A Guide To Private School In The City (Part 1 and Part 2)
Our guide to NYC’s top private schools.

 Summer Dreamin’
It’s fun, fun, fun (in and around the city)—‘til the kiddos go back to school! Plus, our best picks for family life in the Hamptons

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

20 Great Events For Summer
Summer in the Square, the New York Botanical Garden’s Big Backyard BBQ & Musical Festival, Broadway in Bryant Park, and more!

HOME & AWAY

Quality Time
The local dad behind Hill Country Hospitality brings a taste of Texas to NYC—plus, a yummy summer recipe

Travel
The best family-friendly festivals and fairs in the Northeast—from country fairs to music fests

COLUMNS

Editor’s Note
Proof of Fatherhood

Events & Offers
A scholarship for grades 2-8, and info about our e-newsletters and Pinterest boards

Scoop
A guide to stylish motherhood, a cookie dough delivery service, a new smartphone app for parents, special occasion looks for kids, local gluten- and dairy-free ice cream.

Activity of the Month
Make a splash with great local swimming programs

A Special Place
With its signature instruction style, the Language Workshop for Children has had city kids loving language learning since 1973

A Good Idea
How dad-of-two Greg Pembroke turned his toddlers’ tears into the hit blog “Reasons My Son is Crying

The Last Word
Confessions of a hipster dad

Relevant Directory Listings

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The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center offers year-round, community-based dance and music programming in a fully inclusive and nurturing environment, located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District. The School’s diverse and professional faculty provides progressive and non-competitive instruction with all of our classes accompanied by live music. Though we are a non-recital school, there are opportunities for students to perform and for parents to see their dancers in action.</span></p>

Color Me Mine

<p>Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels.</p> <p>At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments.</p> <p>Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come.</p> <p>Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest.</p> <p>Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!</p>

Collina Italiana, The Italian Language and Cultural Center

<p>Learn Italian the fun way. Children practice and absorb the language through arts & crafts, activities, games, songs and stories!</p>