New York Family’s November 2012 Issue

We’re excited to bring you the digital edition of New York Family magazine’s November issue. Here are the highlights:

*Editor’s Note: The Kind Of Dad I Used To Be

*Contests & Special Events: The Blackboard Awards, An Afternoon At The Bronx Zoo With Dora The Explorer, Plus A Big Apple Circus Contest!

*Curious Cat: How “Talk Stoop” Host And NYC Mom Cat Greenleaf Brings The City To Her Doorstep While Practicing Her Unique Brand Of Celebrity Journalism

*You Glow Girl! Local Maternity Maven Latham Thomas Lends Expectant And New Mothers Much-Needed Support And Advice

*BIRTHDAY GUIDE*

*Magical, Memorable Birthdays: Find The Perfect Party Theme And Venue For Your Child’s Special Celebration

*Cake Bosses: A Cake-Crazed Mom Shares Her Ten Favorite Birthday Cakes in NYC

*10 Under $10: Creative Party Favor Ideas That Don’t Break The Bank

*HOME & AWAY*

*Travel: 16 Winter Escapes For All Kinds Of Interests

*Design: Resource Furniture Encourages City Families To Think Bigger And Live Smarter

*Quality Time: Ten Tips For Taking Terrific Holiday Portraits

*FAMILY FUN GUIDE*

*10 Great Events For November: Big Apple Circus Is Back, “A Christmas Story” Hits Broadway, Food Throughout History, And More

*Curiosity Shops: The 10 Most Unusual Stores In The City For Families

*COLUMNS*

*Scoop: Gilt Groupe Gets Little, Artful Learning, A Mom-To-Be Must-Read, And More

*Activity Of The Month: Kiddie Music Star Laurie Berkner On The Best Ways To Introduce Your Children To The Joys Of Sound And Learning An Instrument

*A Special Place: 74th St. MAGIC Continues To Bloom And Grow By Helping Children Do The Same

*Parent In Profile: For Iron Chef And Master Restaurateur Geoffrey Zakarian And His Wife, Margaret, It’s All About Food & Family

*Just For Parents: How Conflict Resolution Can Strengthen Your Marriage And Nurture Your Family

*The Last Word: As Friends Leave For The ‘Burbs, A City Mom Laments The Loss–While Staying Put

As always, we would love to know what you think. Please e-mail us at [email protected] with your feedback.

Enjoy!

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