Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

kids-backpack-0Bulky backpacks may lead to back problems for children later in life. Here are some tips to help reduce the amount of weight your child lugs around at school. (CNN)

Raising a family in New York City means great neighborhood relationships but, often, small living space. Check out the innovative ways that some local families are forgoing moving to a larger place for the sake of living near friends and friends of their kids. (The New York Times)

With Halloween less than five days away, here are some last-minute costume ideas celebrating strong female leaders. Costume ideas range from Harriet Tubman to Amy Poehler. (BuzzFeed)

A stroller that can fit in your purse? The fantasy is now a reality with the new GB Pockit. (Mashable)

Zooey Deschanel lived up to her quirky reputation by giving her baby daughter a middle name inspired by the animal kingdom. Read on to learn what it is! (Crushable)

Sesame Street has added a new member to the family: A Muppet named Julia that has autism. Julia spearheads their new autism awareness initiative that aims to help children understand the meaning of autism. (Mommyish)

Make mornings a little easier with these simple tips from The Happiness Project author Gretchen Rubin. Hint: it’s not more coffee. (TODAY)

A crazy paternity case in Washington State shows that a man’s unborn twin, which he had absorbed in-utero, was actually the genetic father of his child. Find out how! (Laboratory Equipment)

Ever feel stressed out while trying to help your child with their math homework? This satirical quiz is sure to make you laugh! (The New Yorker)

One of our fave celeb moms–Sarah Michelle Geller–has a super-cool new project that helps parents and kids bond in the kitchen (and in a nutritious way to boot)! Get the scoop! (Cricket’s Circle)

 

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Studio E Art Classes

<p>Art, drawing, illustration, painting, and pottery.  Studio E Art Classes for ages 2 ½ to adult offers a creative space to find joy and rest in the creative arts. 7-week sessions are available for all classes, or just drop into a class to give it a try.</p> <p>Studio E Art is a great place to schedule a birthday party, celebration, scout troop activity, fundraiser and more.  Summer camps for children and tweens are available for half or full day in art or pottery.</p> <p>Find a complete list of classes, descriptions, and times on our <a href="https://studioeartclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>, or give us a call at 631-744-4001</p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-bc02a8ce-7fff-3ce7-fefb-13163f0a79b6"></span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-2e621915-7fff-f490-fe96-ea466c05ebda"></span></span></p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-eef1d235-7fff-f52c-632b-0a2c03581014"></span></p>

Yuletide Factory

<p>Fill your hearts with circus cheer—the merry daredevils of Cirque Mechanics (Zephyr, 2023) are back with an industrial-strength spectacular for you and your kin. Sparkling with holiday spirit, the ever energetic ensemble of acrobats transforms a drab assembly plant into a holly jolly Yuletide Factory! From the wonder of the German wheel to festive flips from the trampoline wall, they dash and dance through a pageant of powerhouse stunts with grins and goodwill. It’s high-flying fun, comfort and joy for the whole family!</p>

Polaris Productions Theater Camp

<p>Kids will learn, rehearse, and perform the wonderful Maurice Sendak and Carole King musical, Really Rosie. For 10 weekdays, campers will take part in physical and vocal warm-ups and learn choreography, staging, and vocal parts. They’ll develop skills in acting, singing, character development, and more. This camp will ignite your child’s imagination and passion for performing, build their self-esteem, and help them form lasting friendships. They’ll have fun! At camp’s end, the kids will perform Really Rosie for family members and friends. Kids of all levels of experience, ages 8 through 13, are welcome to join.</p>