It’s My Party: August 2013

Ellie Paradis celebrates her 1st birthday at Glasshouses.
1. Nothing says first-birthday joy like a round of parachute games with family and friends. Lucky Ellie. 2. At this celebration, the magic show is just as mesmerizing as the Hudson River views. 3. Dora and Diego visit—oh, happy day! Photos by Heidi Green Photography

Walker Lipton celebrates his 4th birthday at Temple Israel.
1. The boy of the hour opts for an adrenaline-pumping party arranged by Kids in Sports. 2. Walker takes the lead—look at him go! 3. After all that exercise, blowing out the candles is a team effort among the Lipton siblings. Photos by Heidi Green Photography

Benny Coleman celebrates his 3rd birthday at My Gym UES.
1. Mom, Dad, and brother Zac gather around their fave birthday boy—Benny, of course—for his all-important moment. 2. Taking a dive into the ever-popular ball pit. 3. The coziest family portrait you’ll ever see—we think it’s a keeper! Photos by Heidi Green Photography

Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is New York&rsquo;s most popular youth educational soccer program! With 24 years of experience under our cleats, we have positively impacted over one million kids in our local community by putting the FUN in FUNdamentals in our weekly classes and camps. At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, build teamwork, and hone socialization skills. Our highly trained coaches and early childhood experts lead an age-specific curriculum with a low kid-to-coach ratio so every child gets individual attention and can grow at their own pace. Kids ages 1-12+ can join our seasonal programs, including Parent &amp; Me, FUNdamentals, Development Training, and Travel Soccer. Join us at one of over 80 locations in neighborhoods across across Westchester County, Connecticut and New York, available 7 days-a-week: Connecticut: <ul> <li>Cos Cob</li> <li>Greenwich</li> <li>Port Chester</li> </ul> &nbsp; Westchester: <ul> <li>Briarcliff</li> <li>Eastchester</li> <li>Mt. Kisco</li> <li>New Rochelle</li> <li>Ridgefield</li> <li>Scarsdale</li> <li>White Plains</li> </ul> &nbsp; New York City: <ul> <li>Bronx</li> <li>Inwood</li> <li>Upper West Side</li> <li>Upper East Side</li> </ul> &nbsp; Can&rsquo;t find a class or location that fits your schedule? Soccer Stars also offers private classes for small groups or individual training. Let our coaches come to you with a completely customizable program, anytime, anywhere. Birthday parties are also available!&nbsp;

Saf-T-Swim

For over 35 years, Saf-T-Swim Swim School has been teaching lifesaving swimming skills throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, and now Little Neck. The school is proud to be Long Island's #1 swim school and a leader in water safety education. With swim programs for infants as young as 4 months, beginners, and advanced swimmers, Saf-T-Swim offers swimming programs for every age and skill level. Discover why generations of Long Islanders have trusted Saf-T-Swim time and time again with equipping their little ones the essential skill of swimming. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Adventureland

Celebrate your child&rsquo;s special day at Adventureland! Let our party professionals plan a day of fun, thrills, and laughter for your child. Family Owned and Operated since 1962, Adventureland is conveniently located on Route 110 in Farmingdale. This iconic amusement park offers 30 rides and attractions, an indoor arcade, a full-service restaurant, concessions, a sweet shop, midway games and more!&nbsp; Adventureland&rsquo;s Birthday Party packages include admission to the park, unlimited rides, a party hostess, paper goods, and even party hats! Add a delicious lunch to your party or enjoy your own cupcakes! Packages for 15+ guests or 25+ guests available. Hosting adults as well as kids? Adventureland offers platters of wings and wraps, pizzas, and adults over 21 can visit Tony&rsquo;s Tavern for beer and wine. Make your party extra special and ask about our private party cabana! Score awesome birthday deals on a Party Coordinator to keep your group together or see your child&rsquo;s name in lights on our marquee on Route 110! Adventureland has rides for everyone, including three roller coasters, two log flumes, a train, carousel, and Bumper Cars! Test your skills in our state-of-the-art Arcade and you can win big! Speed around on the new fast and furious race car game or win prizes like an iPad at our crane games! At Adventureland, you&rsquo;ll never go home hungry&mdash;with tasty snacks like hot pretzels, funnel cakes, and churros, to new favorites like Turbo-nachos and fried Oreos, there&rsquo;s something for everyone to enjoy! For tickets, birthday party information and more, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adventureland.us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.adventureland.us&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1681329213004000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1OPTYU38Qoj7Eu-g4OThmd">www.adventureland.us</a>! &nbsp;