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Some neighbors on my floor, a retired couple (she's a teacher, he's a geologist), have created a menagerie of miniature Sesame Street plush dolls on the bottom half of their front door. They went so far as to buy little Elmo, mini Grover, and all the others in the gang, open up their backs, embed magnets, and restitch them--so the dolls could be easily attached and detached from the door. It's a surprising and beautiful sight--and do you know why they did it? [More Here]
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*We sat down to chat with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand about politics and family. Read our cover interview with Gillibrand to learn how she balances the demands of Washington and her most important constituents--her family. Then, check out the five pieces of legislation the Senator would like to pass.
*Spring is the time when NYC schools generally kick off their biggest fundraising initiatives, and we highly recommend looking into your local schools' upcoming online auctions for great family deals that will support a good cause. Many schools participate in sites like BiddingForGood and Charitybuzz. (And if your child's school has an online auction, please leave a comment letting us know!)
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* Throw your child a birthday to remember with the Scholastic Store! Partygoers ages 1-7 can enjoy celebrations  ranging from a pretend Animal Parade to an out-of-this-world Space Shindig to a spellbinding Young Wizard party. And one lucky New York Family reader will receive a free customized birthday party for his or her child! To enter the contest, click here.
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 *Ancient tradition meets contemporary style with Kalulu Kids. Made out of kikoy fabric, the new children's line takes inspiration from East Africa with threads that are bright and comfy. The NYC-based brand partners with a non-profit that builds schools in sub-Saharan Africa, so shop for a cause!
For more shopping finds from our Treats blog, click here.
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*Do you know the difference between HypnoBirthing and The Bradley Method?When it comes to giving birth, most of us could use a primer on the varied menu of options. Our pregnancy blogger Debra Flashenberg explains six birthing methods, each one with a focus on different practices and beliefs.
 *Kids have never had so much fun in the kitchen! Check out this hands-on, super-fun recipe for Captain Taco Salad, courtesy of Karen Berman's book, Easy-Peasy Recipes: Snacks & Treats to Make & Eat.
*One of our favorite yearly charity events,
Carnival for a Cure, is taking place this Sunday, March 10 at the Metropolitan Pavilion. New Yorkers can join the fight against diabetes at this family-friendly event that will feature arts and crafts, clowns, arcade games, and food.
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