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New York Family Brooklyn Family Queens Family Bronx Family Ultimate Guide to Fall/Winter Fun Long Island Family Ultimate Guide to Afterschool Programs Annual Guide Long Island Special Child New York Special Child Ultimate Guide to Schools Ultimate Guide to Summer Camp

New York Family’s March/April 2016 Issue

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Photo by Michael Jurick. On Randi Zuckerberg: Cynthia Rowley dress; Isharya bracelets; her own Valentino booties.

FEATURES

Dot Mom
Entrepreneur, tech pioneer, and mom-of-two Randi Zuckerberg is all about the business of joy

Birthday Party Guide
Our annual birthday bonanza, featuring the coolest themes and party venues that embody them and six unique DIY projects for personalizing your party

Mitzvah Guide
The ultimate guide to bar and bat mitzvahs—including a list of fabulous local venues, a planning timeline, and a budget-balancing worksheet

Summer Fun (And Enrichment)
Plan a great summer for your child with our guide to camps and classes for kids of all ages

FAMILY FUN GUIDE

15 Events For Spring
The annual Macy’s Flower Show, “Dinosaurs Among Us” at the AMNH, the Tribeca On Location Street Fair, and more

HOME & AWAY

Real Estate
NYC brokers share their expertise on where to buy and rent now—plus a  cheat sheet for great new buildings

Quality Time
A new family wellness service, Instill Health with Laura Deutsch, offers three easy recipes for busy families

Camp Countdown
New experiences, close communities, and a sense of freedom keep campers returning year after year

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COLUMNS

Editor’s Note
What school does your [son/daughter] go to?

Events & Offers
A giveaway for a five-night stay at Grand Hyatt San Diego, the last Camp Fairs of the season, and the scoop on nominating a deserving educator for a Blackboard Award

Scoop
Activities for tweens and parents, designer consignment for kids, a cool ice cream spot on the UES, a learning app for little ones, and a baby gear cleaning service

Spotlight: Science, Technology & Math
How to support your child’s tech education at home–plus, our list of the best STEAM programs in NYC

Treats
Top local baby gear retailers share their favorite trends and products

Growing Up
In her new memoir Catastrophic Happiness, author Catherine Newman reflects on the terrifying joy of watching her children grow up

Starting Out
A selective guide to beloved local parent & me classes

Education
Preparing now for preschool admissions next fall–plus, a nursery school directory

Last Word
What a local mom and educator did when her own son refused to go to school

About the Author

Relevant Directory Listings

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Play On! Studios

<p>Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games!</p> <p>Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun!</p> <p>Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show!</p> <p>During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we’ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us.</p> <p> </p>

The Tutorverse

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">Join The Tutorverse for the highest quality in academic enrichment and test preparation! Whether your student is gearing up for the </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">state exams, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, or SAT/ACT</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">, their team of </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">experienced and local professional educators</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;"> can help. Have your student join a </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">small-group class</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;"> at our downtown or Upper East Side locations. Or, they can meet with a </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">private tutor when and where it’s most convenient for your family</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">. Does your student need help building study skills or improving grades? Whether your middle or high schooler needs help with </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">STEM or humanities</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">, The Tutorverse's patient and affirming tutors will teach them how to build </span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">confidence and content mastery</span><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;">. </span><a style="color: #1155cc; background-color: #ffffff;" href="mailto:info@thetutorverse.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Send an email</a><span style="color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;"> or give them a call.</span></span></p>

Dance Workshop - Long Island

<p dir="ltr">Nestled in the heart of Lynbrook Village, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with the Dance Workshop!</p> <p dir="ltr">MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-b50ede03-7fff-ec65-8962-b3be9135d2e8"></span></p>