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Editor's Note 

My children, ages 12 and 8, behave like they have an allergy to museums, a habit which has been gnawing at me for a while now. I've wondered whether my wife and I made a strategic mistake by not forcing the issue more often in recent years to see if actual exposure (to art, photography, trains, history, natural history, whatever) would change their hearts and minds. Invoking Michelle Obama (I'll explain), on Saturday I did just that. And now the results... [More Here]

 

--Eric Messinger emessinger@manhattanmedia.com    

Parenting Tips
*It's our 25th anniversary! Take a walk down memory lane with us as we revisit our favorite cover subjects--from celebrities to entrepreneurs to politicians--and see what they had to say about parenting in the city.

 

*Are you ready to rock this winter? We've discovered 18 awesome family concerts taking place this month that you don't want to miss. From jazz to kindie rock to classical music, there's something for every fam to jam to! 

*Our February calendar of local family fun is full of one-of-a-kind exhibits and events like physics with Tony Hawk, math and life lessons with Curious George, and saddles and sunshine with the Paper Bag Players. Plus, we recommend that all parents take a minute to check out the big 92Y Parenting Conference next week, featuring leading experts and authors, workshops and panels, and much more! Here are the highlights. 

New York Family Events 
*The 2013 Camp Fair Series is here! On Saturday, February 9 at Notre Dame School in the West Village and on Sunday, February 10 at Berkeley Carroll School in Park Slope, parents and children get the chance to meet both local and out-of-city day camp representatives and get a head start on planning a wonderful, enriching summer. Don't forget to register!
Contests & Giveaways

*If there's anyone who knows how to entertain kids, it's Grammy-nominated rock star Justin Roberts. And here's your chance to win a four-pack of tickets to a Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players concert on Saturday, February 23 at Symphony Space! Two lucky readers will score four tickets each to the concert, along with a copy of one of his latest CDs. To enter to win, click here. 

Picks Of The Week: Classes & Birthday Parties

*Cool kids classes: For younger children, a Stepping Stones project play class for 2s and 3s at Reebok/Sports Club NY & Sports Club/LA. For older children, filmmaking workshops that cover writing, directing, acting, and editing at Take Two Film Academy. 

 

*Birthday ideas: Go for the gold with Olympic-themed parties full of tumbling and soaring at 74th St. MAGIC, SportimeNY, Jodi's Gym, The JCC, Gaga Center, and Bounce and Flip. 
Treats

*NYC parents know the key to surviving the city streets is keeping kids' toes warm and dry. Be prepared for whatever Mother Nature brings our way with this selection of winter boots for kids--and a bonus pick for moms!

 

For more shopping finds from our Treats blog, click here.
Hot Topics & Tips 
*Did you know that the Chinese Lunar New Year is this Sunday? Ring in the Year of the Snake with a fantastic lineup of artistic workshops, festivals, parades, and cultural performances including red-ribbon dancing.

*"Mommy, I want a CANDY BAR!" Mom blogger Alex Richards' plan to rename healthy snacks for her daughter just backfired at the playground.

      

*There truly is a diaper bag for every mom. Here are ten styles to suit everyone, from the budget-conscious to the eco-friendly.


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