New York Family’s July Issue

Cover by Justin Winslow Illustration

Highlights from the digital edition of  New York Family‘s July 2012 issue: The Ultimate Guide To Raising Kids In The City. —

We’re excited to bring you the digital edition of New York Family’s July 2012 issue: The Ultimate Guide To Raising Kids In The City. Here are the highlights.

EDITOR’S NOTE

Ultimate In What Way?

THE 15 GREATEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW YORK CITY BY AGE 15

Plus, Some Really Good Alternatives!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

12 Can’t-Miss Family-Friendly Events In The Year Ahead

 

POP QUIZ FOR PARENTS!

How Well Do You Know NYC? (Answers Here)

CITY SAVERS

Tutoring, Babysitting, Even Vacationing—There’s More Opportunities To Contain The Cost Of An NYC Childhood Than One Might Think

THE LAST WORD

Why Manhattan’s Broad Streets And Close Neighbors Give This City Mom’s Family Just The Right Amount Of Space

DIRECTORIES & SPECIAL SECTIONS

CLASSES

With New Venues And Programs Popping Up All Over The City, The Choice Is Yours For What Class Best Suits Your Child

BIRTHDAYS

From World-Class Venues And Entertainers To Towering Cakes, The Big Apple Has All A Child Could Ask For When It Comes To Blowing Out Birthday Candles

MUSEUMS

The City’s Diverse Museums Are Gearing Their Programs And Exhibits Toward Families—From Arts And Culture To Science And Technology

THEATER & LIVE PERFORMANCE

From Theaters Devoted To Children’s Plays To Broadway’s Biggest Acts, There’s Always A Show-Stopping Performance To Be Seen In Our Wonderful City

ATTRACTIONS

Our Annual A-Z Guide To The City’s Most Notable And Memorable Experiences

SHOPPING & STORES

A Family Guide To The City’s Best Places To Buy Children’s Clothes, Shoes, Toys, Furnishings, Books & More

PHOTOGRAPHERS

With So Many Great Local Photographers, You Can Find The Right Style And Snapshot For Your Family

HEALTH & WELLNESS

The City’s Top Hospitals, Doctors, Dentists, Nutritionists And Exercise Centers With A Focus On Parents And Kids

CAMPS

Whether They Are Going To Day Camp Or Sleepaway, Most Kids Have Some Trepidation The First Time. Here’s How You Can Bolster Their Readiness (And Yours Too)

NEW & EXPECTANT PARENTS

A Selective Guide To Everything For Bump And Baby

TEN TIPS FOR RAISING TWINS IN THE CITY

Priceless Advice From A Dynamic Mother Of Multiples

EDUCATION

With So Many Options In The City—Public, Private, Charter And Parochial—Parents Need To Do Their Research

SPECIAL NEEDS

Evaluations? Programs? Services? The Good News Is That There Are Lots of Local Services For Special Needs Children. The Bad News Is That There’s A Learning Curve For Parents

REAL ESTATE 

What To Look For In A Building

FOOD & DINING

A Roster Of The “Best” Kid-Friendly Restaurants In NYC

As always, we would love to know what you think. Please email us at newyorkfamily@manhattanmedia.com with your feedback.

Enjoy!

Relevant Directory Listings

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Atlantic Acting School

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!</span></p>

Collina Italiana, The Italian Language and Cultural Center

<p>Learn Italian the fun way. Children practice and absorb the language through arts & crafts, activities, games, songs and stories!</p>

Speakitaly NYC

<p>SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.  Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress. </p> <p>Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge.</p> <p>Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City… Who doesn’t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history & in the arts?</p> <p>Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor’s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"</p>