Five Unique Items For New York Family Home Decor

If you’ve been bitten by the home décor bug (and who hasn’t?), you’re probably looking for ways to combine your family’s unique sensibilities with your own design preferences. Let us help.

New York Family’s sister publication, AVENUE magazine, is hosting an antiques, art, and design (oh my!) show starting next Friday, September 21. Parent attendees can often find artful objects that fit both their tastes and their kid-filled apartments. Want a sampling? Here are five family-friendly items to check-out at the upcoming September 21-24 AVENUE Antiques, Art & Design Show at the Park Avenue Armory. Plus, save 50% on admission when you give the code NYFAM at the front door!

1. Robert Indiana “Hope” sculpture from Waterhouse & Dodd

Conceived in 2008, edition III / IX Painted Aluminum (size 18 x 18 x 9 in)

Barbara from AVENUE says: Originally conceived to raise funds for the 2008 Obama campaign, everything about this piece radiates excitement and inspiration, while remaining a powerful, yet apolitical message for all.

2. A pair of original white painted tiger skin Bergere chairs

Circa 1940s from Glen Leroux Antiques

Barbara says: Funky, yet refined. The chair combines a classic chic with a kid-friendly look. Perks-up any room and the tiger skin hides stains.

3. Massive Swiss Aluminum, Gilt-Brass, Steel and Enamel World Time Clock and Matching Perpetual Calendar by Gubelin Ltd.

Lucerne, circa1955 of Sundial NYC

Barbara says: This is a beautiful, vintage clock with interesting detail that teaches about time in various locations around the world.

4. Benson Landes “Pirouette” Original Bronze sculpture

Patina: Blue and Grey, Number in Edition: 15, Height: 33” signed from Callaghan Fine Painting and Contemporary Bronze

Barbara says: You can never go wrong with ballet. This piece captures an extraordinary pose. The colors are rich and the piece is made from very fine materials. Perfect for a bookcase.

5. Harry Benson, Beatles Pillow Fight, Paris, Archival Pigment Photograph

Executed in 1964, Printed Later, Signed, titled, dated and # 1835 on recto from Holden Luntz Gallery

Barbara says: Classic photo, classic rock, civilized pillow fighting–what more could you ask for in a picture that will define any room in which it’s placed?

The Fall 2012 AVENUE Antiques, Art & Design Show at the Park Avenue Armory (September 21-24) has enlisted over 60 top dealers from across the globe to showcase a diverse range of world-class art, antiques and jewelry. Known for its “fun, shopable” atmosphere, AVENUE Shows offer something for every interest, spanning from the 18th century to the 21st century.

Show Dates: Friday, September 21-Monday, September 24
Show Hours: Friday-Sunday 11:00am-7:30pm, Monday 11:00am-5:30pm
Location: Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue at 66th Street

For complete details visit avenueshows.com. And check-out the more of the show selection at pinterest.com/avenueshows/

Broadway Dance Center Children and Teens

With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide. This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.

New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

Summer Game Camp There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash; - Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers! - Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more! - Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch! - A digital campus! - Moderated chat hours! &nbsp; Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more! Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm &nbsp; Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp; &nbsp; Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together! &nbsp; Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.