Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

talking_to_kidsWith the new school year in full swing, it’s great to get into the practice of talking to your kids about their day. Here’s a great way to broach the topic with little ones. (Cup of Jo)

Having a child doesn’t mean that your adventure-seeking days are over. This mom shows that you can bring your toddlers along for the ride. (Mashable)

Celebrate Fashion Week with this sweet interview with one our favorite local moms and fashion derringers: Rebecca Minkoff! (MINIMODE)

Eek! Too much cuteness! We can’t get over this adorable video that celeb dad Jason Sudeikis shared recently of his son dunking a basketball on a mini-hoop! (Crushable)

With Halloween around the corner, these costume ideas are sure to make your child the best-dressed kid on the block. (BuzzFeed)

Teach your children how to eat healthy with this roundup of 11 yummy foods that are in season right now. (The Stir)

Get your children up and out of their seats, literally. A new desk from Jaswig lets you and your children stand while doing homework or surfing the web. (TODAY)

Talk about maternal instinct! Don’t miss this amazing story about a mom in a coma who was miraculously woken up by hearing her baby’s cry! (Mommyish)

The decision of if and when to send your young child to preschool is a fraught one. Here, one mom reflects on the pros and cons of her own choice. (Mommy Nearest)

Be careful with that hand sanitizer! Incidents and hospitalizations involving children swallowing hand sanitizer are on the rise. (Fox News)

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Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.</span></p>

Elf the Musical

<p>They'll sing loud for all to hear. You can bring the Christmas cheer.</p> <p>Start decking the halls, people – <em><strong>it's Elf The Musical</strong></em>!</p> <p>After a decade away, the beloved holiday classic is back on Broadway for a strictly limited run. Whether you’re searching for the perfect stocking stuffer or a festive outing for the whole family, this family-friendly show is packed with joy, laughter, and snow-covered magic.</p> <p>A musical comedy adaptation of the hit 2003 film, <em><strong>Elf The Musical</strong></em> follows Buddy the orphan who, after being raised by elves at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Academy Award® nominee Sean Astin ("Lord of the Rings") is Santa Claus alongside Tony Award® nominee Grey Henson as Buddy, Drama Desk Award nominee Ashley Brown as Emily, and rising star Kayla Davion as Jovie. Plus, keep an eye out for social media celebrity Kalen Allen – known for his appearances on "The Ellen Show" – as the hilarious store manager.</p> <p>Called “a slickly irresistible and fizzily enjoyable confection of a show” (<em>Time Out</em>), this holly-jolly hit is one you won't want to miss. Through January 4 only!</p>

Belle da Costa Greene: A Librarian's Legacy

<p>The Morgan Library & Museum will present a major exhibition devoted to the life and career of its inaugural director, Belle da Costa Greene (1879–1950). Widely recognized as an authority on illuminated manuscripts and deeply respected as a cultural heritage executive, Greene was one of the most prominent librarians in American history. The exhibition will trace Greene’s storied life, from her roots in a predominantly Black community in Washington, D.C., to her distinguished career at the helm of one of the world’s great research libraries. Through extraordinary objects―from medieval manuscripts and rare printed books to archival records and portraits―the exhibition will demonstrate the confidence and savvy Greene brought to her roles as librarian, scholar, curator, and cultural executive, and honor her enduring legacy.</p>