Maman Nomad Now Open, The Bakery’s First Location Above 14th Street

Maman, the cafe, restaurant, and event space, already in Lower Manhattan, has taken it to the next level with their first location above 14th Street, Maman Nomad.

The café, restaurant, and event space, founded by Elisa Marshall and Ben Sormonte, is home to the Nutty Chocolate Chip Cookie, which just happens to be one of Oprah’s Favorite Things. In addition, they serve a wide selection of to-stay or to-go breakfast and lunch options. Customers will have the option of farm fresh salads, quiches, sandwiches, soups in addition to their pastries and desserts. Plus, they offer a seated brunch on the weekends.

As customers walk into the shop, right away they’ll recognize the warm and cozy aesthetic that has become associated with the other Maman locations. However, what sets the Maman Nomad location apart is its 3D wallpaper installation (perfect for a quick Instagram picture!), custom made ‘maman toile pattern espresso machine’, and suspended greenery. It is the perfect place to bring friends and family to hang out, but also great if you want to take out–as they have a dedicated catering window.

Also exclusive to the Nomad location? A variety of menu items including white chocolate dipped croissants, homemade juices, including the Brynne (grapefruit, mint, parsley, cucumber, and apple), and made-to-order salads, including Joelle (turmeric quinoa, baby kale, roasted carrots, grapes, and oranges with a balsamic dressing). From healthy to splurge-worthy treats, Maman Nomad has got it all.

Wondering if you can bring the kids? No worries–the Maman Nomad location offers kid-friendly coloring sheets that will keep your children preoccupied during your time there while also giving them an introduction to French cuisine. In addition, other Maman locations do offer cookie decorating workshops throughout the year that are suitable for children and parents alike.

Maman Nomad is located at 22 West 25th Street. For more information, visit mamannyc.com.

The Wild Center

The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure. Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day. In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears. The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.

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.

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.