The New York Baby Show Was A Smash Success

We welcomed over 3,000 families to the New York Baby Show this past May! In case you missed it, here are some highlights from the 2012 show:

• Dr. Harvey Karp was our keynote speaker. He is America’s #1 Pediatrician, and Creator of The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the Block DVDs and books.

• Ali Landry, celebrity mom and Spokesmoms.com Founder, gave moms the scoop on kids’ products & exciting mommy experiences.

• Over 100 top brands for new and expectant parents were there, including Destination Maternity, Skip Hop, Joovy, Quinny, Maxi-Cosi, Orbit Baby, Plum Organics, and many more.

• The Stroller Test Track was a great way for attendees to try out the newest strollers on the market.

• Britax entertained parents with a series of competitions and giveaways to promote the “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” movie.

• The amazing folks at Stroller Spa gave free stroller tune-ups.

• Dr. Alan Greene, author of From First Kicks to First Steps, and Today Show producers Mary Ann Zoellner and Alicia Ybarbo, authors of Today’s Moms: Essentials for Surviving Baby’s First Year, hosted discussions on important topics for new parents.

• We hosted an Ultimate Nursery Giveaway! One lucky winner won a complete nursery with a top-of-the-line crib, mattress & bedding, furniture, glider, layette, stroller, car seat and more.

Our next Baby Show will take place the weekend of May 18-19, 2013 in NYC. See you at the show! And be sure to sign up for the New York Family Baby newsletter.

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;

Steps on Broadway Youth Programs

<p class="m_6201101365486487057m_1751229968981391907gmail-m-6447730382188674378msonospacing" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">For 40 years, the Youth Programs at the internationally celebrated Steps on Broadway have nurtured young dancers, ages 18 months to 18 years.&nbsp; Whether seeking a fun dance experience or comprehensive pre-professional training, there is a program suited for everyone.&nbsp; Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, theater dance, hip hop, contemporary, modern, pointe and more.&nbsp; Taught by a faculty of internationally-recognized concert, ballet, Broadway and celebrated guest artists, every student is encouraged to discover their artistic uniqueness, deepen their passion for the art form, while growing as dancers and individuals.&nbsp; Classes are offered throughout the academic year and summer. First Steps (ages 18 mos &ndash; 5 yrs) Kids &amp; Teens (ages 6-18 yrs) Pre-Professional Program (ages 7-18 yrs, by audition only)