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The Wisdom of Plato
As teachers, we prepare incessantly and then wait expectantly for our new group of students- all of us aware of the importance of these first few weeks of school. Expectations will be set, routines will be taught, students (we hope) will be excited and inspired.
As parents, we too prepare incessantly, whether shopping for labels and smocks for pre-school, or backpacks, clothes, and the ever-expanding class supply list for elementary school. We begin the near-impossible logistical feat of creating schedules filled with gymnastics lessons, afterschool care, teacher conference days, doctors’ appointments and so on.
This week as you ready your little ones for “the beginning”, (or return to work and your own beginnings) I wish you a seamless transition from flip-flops to school shoes, from burgers to box lunches.
Please note that I will be taking a one week hiatus from Macaroni Kid so that I may focus on- yep- you guessed it “my beginning”.
Finally, this is a just a reminder to check out the forum section of the website if you are interested in programs for kids that will be beginning shortly.
Have a great two weeks!
-Donna
Mabel's Labels Review and GIVEAWAY!!
- They are adorable and colorful; Julia loves these “stickers”!
- The Skinny-Minis are perfect for labeling almost anything- including narrow school supplies such as pencils, scissors, cups and more.
- The Tag-mates don’t ...
Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6 - The Cat in the Hat @ the Bronx Zoo!
Join us to celebrate this fun premiere!
Where: Saturday and Sunday events take place at the Dancing Crane Pavilion; Monday events take place at the Schiff Family Great Hall.When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: All ages!How: BuyCost: Free with admission to the zoo.For more info: www.bronxzoo.com
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Friday, September 3 - Family Yoga
Where: Wave Hill, West 249th Street and Independence AvenueWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: All ages and fitness levels.How: Registration opens at the Perkins Visitor Center at 9AM; on the grounds from 10–11AMCost: Session fee: $15 Member /$20 Non-member (one parent and one child)/$5 each additional child.For more info: www.wavehill.org
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Stone Barns: Hands on the Farm: Egg Collecting
Where: Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, 630 Bedford Road, Pocantico Hills, NYWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Sunday is soldout.)Who: Ages 2 to 14How: Advanced registration via phone (914-366-6200) is required.Cost: $7 per child. Adults may accompany children free of charge.For more info: http://www.stonebarnscenter.org/
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Kayaking on the Hudson
Where: 72nd Street & the Hudson RiverWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting) through October 10th)Who: All ages.How: Just show up.Cost: FREEFor more info: www.nyc.gov/parks
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Family Art Project @ Wave Hill
Where: Ecology Building, Wave Hill, RiverdaleWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: All ages.How: Just show up.Cost: Free, with admission to the grounds. (On Saturdays, admission to the grounds is free until noon).For more info: www.wavehill.org
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Hands on the Farm: Gardening
Where: Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, 630 Bedford Road, Pocantico Hills, NYWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 2 -14How: Advanced registration via phone is required for all Stone Barns programs.Cost: 7 per child; free for accompanying adultsFor more info: E-mail info@stonebarnscenter.org or call 914-366-6200.
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Arts and Crafts @ Hudson River Museum
Where: Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NYWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: All ages.How: Just show up.Cost: Free with admission to the museum. (Adults- $5; Seniors and Children - $3)For more info: www.hrm.org
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - The Frog Prince
Where: 38 West 38th Street (between 5th and 6th Ave), 3rd floorWhen: 3:00 PMWho: All ages.How: BUY TICKETS online or call 212-352-3101Cost: LABOR DAY WEEKEND SPECICAL: $5 off each ticket. Normal price $20 adults; $15 kids; After-show workshop an additional $15For more info: http://www.gallitheaterny.com/Kids_Theater.html
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Sunday, September 5 - GNC Highlights Tour
Where: 99 Dromore Rd, ScarsdaleWhen: 11:30 AMWho: All ages.How: Just show up.Cost: Free.For more info: greenburghnaturecenter.org
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Tuesday, September 7 - Stories in the Garden @ Wave Hill
Where: Wave HillWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Ideal for ages 3 and up and their adult companions.How: Meet at the Perkins Visitor CenterCost: Free, and admission to the grounds is free all day.For more info: www.wavehill.org
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Sunday, September 12 - 8th Annual West Side County Fair
In addition to music, there will be fair Games (ring toss, bottle knock down, and more) with prizes, a mini Ferris Wheel, multiple tot bouncers and more!
Where: Riverdside Park South- Hudson River between 59th to 72nd Streets (enter park at 72nd or 68th Street).When: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: All ages!How: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/summer_on_the_hudson
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Geo-Caching
So, if your kids balk at the thought of an afternoon hike, this is the perfect way to entice them. Go online to www.geocaching.comand enter your zip code. The site will list all the "caching" locations in your area. Take your ...
Are Books Weighing Our Kids Down?
Did you know the average school textbook weighs between 3 and 4 pounds?
Kids are carrying on the average of 8-12 pounds in books every school day! You may not have a say when if come to books having to come home for homework, but her are some way to minimize your child's back strain. Your kids may not have much of a choice when it comes to ...





