New York Family’s August 2015 Issue

Cover
 Photo by Karilyn Sanders Photography. On Dascha Polanco: Haute Hippie jacket; Day Birger Et Mikkelsen shirt and pants; David Yurman jewelry; L’Oreal Paris Feria in Power Violet hair color.
Cover
 Photo by Karilyn Sanders Photography. On Dascha Polanco: Haute Hippie jacket; Day Birger Et Mikkelsen shirt and pants; David Yurman jewelry; L’Oreal Paris Feria in Power Violet hair color.

FEATURES

Dascha Polanco’s Big (Prison) Break
For this rising star and inspiring local mom, “Orange Is The New Black” is just the beginning

Endless Summer Bucket List
Twenty ways to savor every last drop of summer, from fresh weekend trips to fun-filled city itineraries

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

10 Great Events For August
Coney Island Sand Sculpting Contest, Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, Summer Streets, and more

COLUMNS

Editor’s Note
The gift of summer

Events & Offers
A big back-to-school giveaway, the scoop on signing up for our e-newsletters, our online calendar resource, and more

Scoop

A cool new play space, wearable teethers for dads, a local lifestyle site for moms, a cool book for tweens, and a tablet just for kids

It’s My Party
Birthday celebrations at Lucky Strike Bowling, My Gym, and NY Kids Club

Treats
Prepare your young scholars for the best year ever with our guide to cool school supplies for all ages

Parent In Profile
NYC mother-of-four and founder of aden + anais, Raegan Moya-Jones, brings the magic of muslin to baby gear

Starting Out
By mimicking the thoughts of a toddler, parent and author Bunmi Laditan has created a popular—and deeply hilarious—parenting blog-turned-book

Growing Up
Renowned parenting expert and author Dr. Wendy Mogel on instilling resilience and independence in kids

A Special Place
For 20 years, Applause has given children the chance to sing, dance, and shine

Education
With September on the near horizon, we offer a savvy overview of school admissions for public, (including G & T programs), charter, nursery, independent, and Catholic schools.

Last Word
A local mom of three reflects on the best laid summer plans

HOME & AWAY

Quality Time
To create a vegetarian menu that children would love (really) we recruited three of our favorite family food bloggers

Travel
A family trip to Florida includes a familiar destination (Boca Beach) and a new adventure (Kennedy Space Center)

Relevant Directory Listings

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BAMkids

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3—11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world.</span></p>

Color Me Mine

<p>Color Me Mine Upper West Side proudly stands as a minority woman-owned studio, and we've been an integral part of the Color Me Mine franchise system since 2018! Pottery painting isn't just an activity; it's a captivating and inclusive experience that transcends age and skill levels.</p> <p>At Color Me Mine Upper West Side, we extend a warm invitation to dive into a realm of creativity, self-expression, and connection. Families, friends and teams grow stronger bonds when they create memories together, and at Color Me Mine, we're here to help facilitate those moments.</p> <p>Whether you're seeking a delightful family outing, a unique date night, or a solo adventure, our paint-your-own-pottery studio offers boundless possibilities. Step into our welcoming space in the heart of Lincoln Center and unleash your inner artist. Create unforgettable memories as you craft beautiful ceramic masterpieces to cherish for many years to come.</p> <p>Color Me Mine Upper West Side is also the preferred venue for celebrations of all kinds. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, a team-building event, a gathering for college groups, an enriching field trip, or an adventure with scouts, we've got you covered. Our versatile space and passionate team provides the perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories and fostering creativity in every guest.</p> <p>Join us at Color Me Mine Upper West Side, at 177 Amsterdam Avenue in New York City where every visit promises a fun journey of color, joy, and artistic exploration!</p>

Studio E Art Classes

<p>Art, drawing, illustration, painting, and pottery.  Studio E Art Classes for ages 2 ½ to adult offers a creative space to find joy and rest in the creative arts. 7-week sessions are available for all classes, or just drop into a class to give it a try.</p> <p>Studio E Art is a great place to schedule a birthday party, celebration, scout troop activity, fundraiser and more.  Summer camps for children and tweens are available for half or full day in art or pottery.</p> <p>Find a complete list of classes, descriptions, and times on our <a href="https://studioeartclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>, or give us a call at 631-744-4001</p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-bc02a8ce-7fff-3ce7-fefb-13163f0a79b6"></span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-2e621915-7fff-f490-fe96-ea466c05ebda"></span></span></p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-eef1d235-7fff-f52c-632b-0a2c03581014"></span></p>