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On The Blogroll: Momma’s Gone City

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Blogging From: New York, New York

Wrapped up in a sweet, aesthetically pleasing little bow is a true find in the Mommy blogosphere. Momma’s Gone City initially started as an intimate project from founder Jessica Shyba to journal New York City life with her children (for the benefit of family they left behind in California in a courageous move). Currently the blog is blossoming a popular portal for mommy advice, precious chronicles of Shyba’s children as they conquer the concrete jungle from dance lessons and karate and finding the happy medium between mommyhood and staying self-fulfilled.

A tale of tackling two children in New York seems entertaining enough to track on your blogroll, but Shyba’s recent joy, a third child, has her posts and adventures taking on a whole new set of challenges and triumphs. At the essence of Momma’s Gone City is Shyba’s own appreciation for the little things as she witnesses her children grow and change. It’s a valuable lesson to all of her readers that provides a sense of joy. Most posts are accompanied with adorable photosets of her little ones that can make any heart warm.

Though a lot of topics are cheery, Shyba also tackles struggles like nut allergies, asthma, and planning a day filled with conflicting schedules that seems nearly impossible. The light at the end of the tunnel is that Jessica always seems to get it done, and always with a fabulous smile. The true upside to Momma’s Gone City is the passion Jessica has for being a mom. It unintentionally inspires other moms to feel equally as involved and blessed with their children, no matter what life or the tribulations of city life may bring. Bonus points go to the marvelous giveaways that pop up every now and then in new posts. Be sure to check Momma’s Gone City often! — Melanie Baker

 

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The Music Institute of Long Island

<p dir="ltr">Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors from many of the most prestigious conservatories and graduate music schools in the United States and Europe. Long Island’s foremost musical academies, its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice classes. MILI has been voted # 1 BEST MUSIC SCHOOL Consistently. </p> <p dir="ltr">They teach the Traditional, Suzuki, and ABRSM methods. Students participate in All-National, All-Eastern, All-State, youth orchestras, and score highly in NYSSMA and Royal Academy Music Festivals. First prize winners of competitions earn solos at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras. MILI offers Fall/Spring semesters plus Summer Sessions. Semesters include 15-17 weeks of private lessons, solo recitals with a final GALA Concert featuring chamber music.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About the Directors: Carol & Geri Kushner:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The sisters are violinists, violists, chamber coaches & performers. They believe in instilling the love of music,  fostering proficiency, success, confidence & believe all MILI students achieve success.</p> <p dir="ltr">Degrees BM, MM (+), K-12 certifications, attended Manhattan School of Music, Queens College & Stonybrook University.They have been adjunct professors at Syracuse University, Aaron Copland School of Music Pre-College & Five Towns Colleges, Stonybrook University & have taught in L.I. public schools.</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-e9f5dcc8-7fff-2ad2-edea-98d61c367d72"></span></p>

Instituto Cervantes

<p><span class="" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Children and teenagers learn to understand and express themselves in Spanish, while improving their communication skills through a dynamic immersion program taught by NATIVE TEACHERS that combines CLASSES, ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS and FUN ACTIVITIES! All of our high-qualified teachers are native Spanish speakers who adapt the structure of the class to the needs and levels of each group while conducting the classes entirely in Spanish. We offer both Spanish Summer Camps and Regular Courses for children along the year to foster language learning and multicultural understanding.</span></p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student 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> </div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div> </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> </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. </div>