Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

In the best school closure announcement ever, one Rhode Island principal filmed an amazing “Let it Go” parody for his students. Watch the hilarious video! (NBC Chicago)

While Blizzard 2015 didn’t quite hit NYC as hard as predicted, one thing is for sure…concerned parents all over the Northeast were on their text game! Check out these funny concerned-parent snow warnings. (Mashable)

And you thought the rules on RSVPing were tough. A child from the UK receives an invoice for a missed birthday party. (Yahoo News)

We can’t get enough of local parenting expert (and mom-of-two) Lenore Skenazy’s new show “World’s Worst Mom” on Discovery Life! (Mommyish)

Here are a few simple tips how to help low-income kids succeed in higher education. (New York Times)

Dad takes to the Internet to call out bullies after teen daughter receives racist video. (CNN)

Local celeb mom Cobie Smulders is at Sundance promoting her new, pregnancy-centric movie “UNexpected”–and making jokes that her husband, Taran Killam, is actually the one who wanted the part! (Hollywood Reporter)

Looking to spice up your family’s NYC home? Get some inspiration from this gorgeous–yet totally relatable–Brooklyn family apartment. (Cup of Jo)

So you’ve heard of Normcore…but what about Babycore? Check out the latest scoop on this pint-sized trend! (The Gloss)

Hey moms! Trying to keep busy during the big snow storm and snow day? Check out this helpful list of great indoor activities to take on and make you feel super-productive. (Guest of a Guest)

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.</span></p>

Treehouse Shakers

<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>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.</p>