We’re very excited to bring
you the digital edition of New York Family magazine’s November issue! Here are
some highlights from this month’s issue. If you’d like to receive a copy of the
digital edition every month, click
here –it’s free!
Wild
Strawberry: Long before she became one of the most acclaimed
actresses of her generation, Julianne Moore was a self-conscious,
freckle-covered kid who dreamed of being like everybody else. —
Spotlight On Special Needs:
*20 things to know if your
child has special needs: A mom of two shares her wisdom about raising
children with developmental challenges.
*An incredibly ordinary
life: An NYC mom who has cerebral palsy reflects on the joys and challenges
of parenting with a disability.
*Understanding the special
needs landscape: How to navigate the city’s maze of evaluations, programs
and services.
*A special role: The
creator of the NBC show ‘Parenthood’ draws inspiration from his family’s
experience with Asperger’s syndrome.
Cool Ideas For Kids’
Rooms: A few of our favorite design finds for nursery through tween;
plus, expert advice on everything from choosing color to saving
space.
Oh, Toy! From
classic to cutting edge, great children’s gifts to inspire your holiday
shopping.
Birthday
Blowout:
*A birthday art hunt at
the Metropolitan Museum; plus, fantasy fetes at venues all
over the city.
*Birthdays on a budget:
Expert tips for planning perfectly magical kids’ parties without breaking the
bank; plus, penny-saving party advice from local moms.
*How to throw a spectacular
sleepover: Helpful tips and inspired ideas for slumber party
success.
Adoption 101:
Considering adoption? Here’s what you need to know.
Magical Moomah:
With creative children’s classes, original "do-it-together" crafts and a
scrumptious seasonal menu, Moomah is a family café like no other.
Name Of The
Game: Searching for the perfect name for your bundle of joy? Here’s
how to make the%uFFFD process simpler and more fun.
Musicians In The
Making: Whether shaking
maracas or practicing scales, kids reap innumerable benefits from exploring
music.
Buzzworthy: A
developmental dining experience; capturing "significant" memories; the coolest
new craft place in town and more ideas for November.
In The
Neighborhood: 1280 Fifth Avenue brings modern design and relaxed
family living to East Harlem.
November
Calendar:%uFFFD A walk in the woods, an "extra thankful" story hour,
Lincoln Center’s Winter’s Eve festival and other great activities for the
month.
Culture For Kids: November’s best
family-friendly museum exhibits and theater
performances.
On Second
Thought: Noted author Rebecca Walker wrestles with the question of
whether to have a child.
Editor’s Note:
This quiet life…
