Archive for April, 2008

This Weekend: Celebrate spring.

Do
Luke’s Rock ‘N Stroll
Join First Candle’s family-friendly 5K fun walk to raise awareness of SIDS. Stay for live music from Mr. Ray and Princess Katie & Racer Steve.
When: Sat. 5/3 (rain date 5/4), 7:30am; $25/Adults, $15/Kids.
Where: Pier 46 at Hudson River Park, West St. at Charles St., firstcandle.org.

See
Princess Phooey
Take a journey with a rebellious princess, a collection of hilarious chambermaids and stable boys, and a handsome prince.
When: Saturdays and Sundays through 5/18, 2pm & 4pm; $18/Adults, $8/Kids.
Where: TADA! Theater, 15 West 28th St. (bet. Broadway & 5th Ave.,), second floor, 212-252-1619, tadatheater.com.

Hear
Suzi Shelton
Catch this kiddie singer’s tunes about sleeping lions, slithering snakes and jellyfish.
When: Sat. 5/3, 11am; All ages; $25.
Where: Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th St., 212-864-5400, symphonyspace.org.

Shop
Kidini
Stock up on children’s designers and Mother’s Day gifts at up to 80-percent off.
When: Through Fri. 5/2, Thurs. 9:30am-6:45pm, Fri. 9:30am-5pm.
Where: Nancy Ney Studio, 620 Broadway (bet. Bleeker & Houston), Suite 2R, 917-653-3643.

Corduroy Kid
Local kids will model the latest looks at this trunk show featuring designers like Oeuf and Wonderboy. Little shoppers can enjoy crafts and snacks.
When: Sun. 5/4, 3:30-5pm; Free.
Where: 388 Atlantic Ave. (bet. Hoyt & Bond), Brooklyn, corduroykid.com.

Spring cleaning your closet? Let the experts help.

Tribeca’s Closet recently launched its online resale shop dedicated to designer clothes. The ladies behind the biz will come to your place (NYC only), help edit your wardrobe (bye-bye maternity gear!) and take the cast-offs – you’ll get a percentage of the sale price. Or, click over to the selection of Burberry, Theory, Milli and more, available in your pre- and post-pregnancy sizes.

Call it consignment on the sly.

For more information, visit tribecascloset.com.

Seashells by the seashore on your upcoming agenda? When the sun sets, you’ll need some cozy cover-ups for bathing babes.

Try dreamy pieces from A B Sea, a line of natural layette inspired by the Long Island shore. Washable silk onesies and two-piece sets – Silkseas – are the collection’s signature, with a wrinkle-resistant and weather-proof blend of silk and organic cotton. Sea and sand-inspired colors of wave, buoy and bay are serene, simple and sweet.

Surf’s up.

Available at abseababy.com.

It’s raining cats and dogs! Will April showers bring May flowers? For this week at least, it’s time to cover up. Classic kiddie raingear from Hatley is always a safe bet.

Oolong or Darjeeling, this is a city that takes its tea seriously (well, maybe not as seriously as London).

Discover all the hidden haunts to snack on scones and spicy blends in New York’s 50 Best Places to Take Tea. Author Bo Niles gives the rundown on teahouses in cafes, department stores and museums, whether lavish (Madeline kiddie tea parties at Bemelmans) or low-key (Podunk’s tea and tarts).

Sip accordingly.

Available at Rizzoli Bookstore, 31 West 57th St. (bet. 5th & 6th Ave.), 212-759-2424.

“Urban gardening” usually means a plastic houseplant. But even the most space-challenged city dweller can cultivate a green thumb.

This weekend, head to the NYC GROWS Garden Festival in Union Square. Learn not only what varieties of plans to grow (houseplants obviously, as well as dwarf varieties to maximize outdoor space), and how to involve kids in the process. Stop by the demo tent for how-to tips, then check out the children’s area that includes a puppet mobile, family cooking activities and a play zone.

Think of it as an intro to the sciences – a little botany could come in handy on the SHSAT one day.

When: Sun. 4/27, 10am-5pm.
Where: Union Square Park South Plaza at 14th St., nationalgardenmonth.org.

Circle Line a little too touristy for you? Hope aboard the Kiddie Cruise, a 2-hour tour down the Hudson. Once you set sail, activities like face painting, balloon scultping, music and arts and crafts await. Although the great view of the Statue of Liberty may be entertainment enough.

Visit kiddiecruise.com.

This weekend: Make a difference. 

Go
Go Green Expo
The green living and sustainability showcase features eco-friendly products for parents and babies, including diapers, educational toys, books, cleaning products and treats.
When: Sat. & Sun., 4/26 & 4/27, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-3pm; $10/Adults, Kids free.
Where: Hilton New York, 53rd St. at 6th Ave., gogreenexpo.com.

See
Alice in Wonderland
This NYC version of the classic story features Alice as an overscheduled 7-year-old in Greenwich Village. Catch the New Acting Company children’s theater in the production’s opening weekend.
When: Fri.-Sun., 4/25-4/27, Fri. 7pm, Sat. & Sun. 3pm & 7pm; Ages 4+; $20.
Where: The Philip Coltoff Center, 219 Sullivan St. (bet. West 3rd & Bleeker), 212-868-4444, smarttix.com.

Do
March for Babies
Join the March of Dimes in a 6-mile walk to help all babies survive and thrive. Other walks take place throughout the metro area.
When: Sun. 4/27, 9:30am.
Where: Lincoln Center, 62nd St. & Columbus Ave., 212-353-8353, marchforbabies.org.

Hear
Katya Grineva
In a special performance, the world-renowned concert pianist brings classical music to kids.
When: Sun. 4/27, 8pm; $35-$75/Adults, Kids under 15 free with the purchase of an adult ticket.
Where: Stern Auditorium, Carnegie Hall, 57th St. & 7th Ave., 212-247-7800, carnegiehall.org.

Visit
The Wizard’s Lounge
Join an evil lord, cloud queen and other wacky characters for an interactive one-hour comedy show.
When: Sundays through 5/11, 12:30pm; Ages 4+; $5.
Where: Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater, 307 West 26th St. (bet. 8th & 9th Ave.), newyork.ucbtheatre.com.

Splurge alert: A special one-night concert (celebs included) that introduces kids to the beauty and power of classical music.

A musical adaption of beloved children’s book The Runaway Bunny premieres at Carnegie Hall later this month (hint: order tickets now). Narrated by Brooke Shields and featuring world-renowned violinist Ittai Shapira, the performance by Emmy-winning composer Glen Roven takes the audience (young and old alike) through the journey of a wayward rabbit.

Prices are a little steeper than the usual kids’ show, but ticket proceeds benefit the Schneider Children’s Medical Center of Israel. And even if you can’t make it in person, enjoy the concerto on a recently released CD.

When: Tues. 4/29, 7:30pm; Ages 3+; $50-$100.
Where: Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall, 57th St. & 7th Ave.,
212-247-7800, carnegiehall.org.

You’re used to getting things delivered – laundry, Thai food, DVDs. Especially now that baby is on the way, you tear up at the thought of leaving your comfy apartment.

Gifted at Birth has launched a weekly delivery service of newborn care supplies that come right to your door. After answering basic questions (breast or bottle? green or disposable?), a postpartum doula will walk you through the initial package of goodies before the baby arrives. Then, sign up for 11 weekly packages that evolve with your needs (shampoo for baby’s first bath, receiving blankets, slings), and add items from the virtual store as you see fit.

Next stop? Netflix.

For more information, visit giftedatbirth.com