New York Family’s September Issue

Happy September everyone! We’re excited to bring you the digital edition of New York Family magazine’s September issue. Here are the highlights:

*Editor’s Note: Seasons Of Change

*New York Family Contests & Special Events: An Amazing Gymtime Birthday Party Contest, The Winner Of The Ultimate Nursery Giveaway, Plus A Chance To Meet Rebecca Minkoff

*The Wonderful Dr. Oz: TV’s Most Prominent Advocate Of Health And Wellness Gets Personal On The Joys Of His Dynamic Career And Deep Commitment To Family

*Fall Classes Guide: A Roster Of 100+ Children’s Classes All Around The City

*How Much Is Too Much?: Two Brooklyn Moms Make The Case That Homework May Be Getting Out Of Hand

*15 Ways To Turn On Learning: The Latest And Greatest Apps That Will Teach Your Kids To Love Learning (Seriously)

*FAMILY FUN GUIDE*

*10 Great Events For September: Adoptapalooza, Museum Madness, World Maker Faire, And More

*Down On The Farm: The Best Short-Trip Destinations For Apple- And Pumpkin-Picking, Hay Rides, Petting Zoos, And Other Fall Fun

*HOME & AWAY*

*Travel: Within Its Endlessly Beautiful Confines, Casa De Campo Has Just About Everything A Family Could Hope For On A Caribbean Vacation

*Home Organization: Room-By-Room Tips For Keeping The Family Organized

*Quality Time: Bring The Beauty Salon To Your Home For A Day Of Mother-Daughter Pampering

*COLUMNS*

*Scoop: Pajama Parties For Kids, Gelato On-The-Go, A One-Stop Online Shop, And More

*It’s My Party: Birthday Celebrations At Kids In Sports, Broadway Birthday Bashes, And The Scholastic Store

*A Good Idea: With The Arrival Of GiGi’s Playhouse, Local Children With Down Syndrome And Their Families Now Enjoy A Vibrant Community Of Their Own

*Kid Report: Brooklyn Native Lia Neal Is A Friendly, Low-Key Teenager-Who Just So Happens To Be One Of The Fastest Swimmers In The World

*Treats: Back-To-School Fashion For Kids Is All About Prints With Personality

*Fall Lysst: Autumn Indulgences For Mom

*A Special Place: 92Y’s Parenting Center Is A Mecca For Moms And Dads Who Want To Grow With Their Babies

*Starting Out: The Companies And Products That Received “Best In Show” Awards At The New York Baby Show

*Growing Up: Five Awesome Pets For City Kids (That Are Neither Cats Nor Dogs)

*The Last Word: After Finally Acceding To Her Teenager’s Persistent Requests For A Pet, A Local Mom Has To Deal With Her Son’s Surprising Choice. Hisss…

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

Enjoy!

Corrections: In our August issue, the listing agent for Peter Cooper Village should be the On-Site Leasing Office: 888.814.9049

HudsonWay Immersion School

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">A pioneer in language immersion since 2005. After school language classes provide a fun and effective way for preschool and elementary children to learn Mandarin or Spanish language skills through project based learning and fun, engaging themes.</span></p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student&nbsp;musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information.&nbsp;</div>

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3<sup>rd</sup>&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>