Editor’s Note: Cheers To The New Year

woman in preppy outfot sitting on couch — Photo by Karen Haberberg

It’s hard to believe that another year has passed and we’re on to the next one. In my experience, January is the perfect time to reflect on the past and grow for a productive year ahead. And in many ways, that’s what this issue is all about.

First, have a fantastic cover feature on local father (and grandfather) Lester Holt. As a special bonus, the “NBC Nightly News” star is joined in the interview by his fellow newscaster son Stephan Holt (also an NYC dad). Don’t miss my colleague Caitlin Wolper’s excellent feature. It’s a great look at Lester’s distinguished career, the lessons he’s learned as a parent, and his current goals and passions.

Additionally, we caught up with musician and author Mashonda Tifrere about her much-lauded new book Blend, which is all about healthy and happy co-parenting between divorced or separated moms and dads; and we also got personal with “Dateline” anchor Andrea Canning.

And last but not least, we have our always-popular annual guide to the best strollers on the market (there’s a set of wheels for every budget and lifestyle), and our very fun yearly guide to the best ski resorts for families in the Northeast.

Happy New Year,
Mia Weber
Executive Editor, mia@www.newyorkfamily.com

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Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.

Artistree Performing Arts

Join us for the most incredible summer of musical theater at CAMP ARTISTREE!&nbsp; If your child loves performing, then Artistree is the place to be.&nbsp; Each day combines the essential components of putting on a show--acting, singing and dancing--with the fun of a traditional camp atmosphere like games, crafts and time outdoors.&nbsp; It's a camp experience like no other!&nbsp; Preschool Camp runs the weeks of June 14th (Descendants) and 21st (Frozen).&nbsp;&nbsp; We then begin our Summer Show Intensives for both Kids, Grades K-4 (Willy Wonka:&nbsp; July 6-23 and Jungle Book:&nbsp; July 26-August 13) and Tweens/Teens, Grades 5th-10th (Shrek:&nbsp; July 6-23 and Into the Woods:&nbsp; July 26-August 13).&nbsp; Teens and Young Adults have their own show (Rock of Ages--July 6-August 5) which rehearses in the evenings and is performed at Harbor Island Park in conjunction with the Village of Mamaroneck.&nbsp;&nbsp; We end the summer with week-long theater intensives the weeks of August 16, 23 and 30.&nbsp; Mention Westchester Family and get $50 off any camp program!&nbsp; Enroll now at artistreearts.com.&nbsp; We can't wait to spend the summer with you at Camp Artistree!