Ahhh the holidays in NYC – what a great time to live here (if you can tune out all the tourists). The trick to being a local is to enjoy all the holiday stuff before or when tourists won’t be there. Seriously, I’ve even been to see Santa at Macy’s without waiting in line with NO HELP or VIP. I am not going to give away the secret sauce, so… Keep Reading
The Big Apple Circus is back in town with their newest show, Metamorphosis—and Maximo can’t stop raving about it. He was mesmerized the entire show so much we’re planning a second trip to watch it coming up in December! The production, which runs through January 11, 2015 under the tents at Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park, has everything from flying trapeze tricks to magic to a live-animal carousel. Here’s why you’ll want to grab… Keep Reading
It’s pretty cold out today, so that means we’re getting closer to those long days cooped up inside – Halloween may be over – but that’s still a pretty scary thought. So, here are two of my favorite indoor activities here in Astoria that you might want to keep on your radar for those colder days ahead! Bounce ‘N Play Astoria We’re always looking for fun new indoor spots in… Keep Reading
Burgers, beers and a good cause. Last week I headed to the rooftop of Pier 92 to feast under the stars at the New York Wine and Food Festival (NYWFF) Burger Bash. Invited by JCPenney, I have to admit it was one of the best events I’ve attended in NYC this year. Numerous celebrity chefs including Rachel Ray, Robert Irvine and Alex Guarnaschelli and top NYC restaurants (like Smith & Wollensky’s,… Keep Reading
Pregnant? New mom? You’ll want to join me on November 1st at the Brooklyn BabyFEST in Greenpoint (Brooklyn). This one-day expo is packed with all the newest products, tips and seminars to help you ease into parenthood. It’s amazing how fast the parenting industry changes – things I thought were innovative when Maximo was born are now ancient! Gah! Here’s what to expect at the Brooklyn BabyFEST: 1. Exhibitors showcasing… Keep Reading
Ever find that trying to be healthy and green is just overwhelming these days? It’s like – CONSUMING us. And that’s a good thing, totally – but I mean, just how bad of shape is the earth in that we’re all so concerned anymore? We’ve all read Al Gore’s book, we’ve all seen the pink slime in McNuggets, and we are all aware (hopefully) that GMOs are something we should… Keep Reading
So a good friend of mine asked me if I would speak at her conference, The Mom Con, in November and I was so excited I didn’t think about what I was really committing to. Did moms really want to hear me speak? What the F do I really know that’s even worth listening to? I’ve been in the social media realm for a long time – way before your… Keep Reading
Confession: Maximo will be two years old next month and he has never worn sunglasses. Maybe it’s the fact that they aren’t very fashionable for kids, or the fact that as a toddler he’ll just take them and toss into the dirty streets of New York making it yet one more thing I just have to carry and disinfect. **Shutter** However, after being invited and attending a webinar from The… Keep Reading
One of my favorite things to do as a kid was go to the bookstore with my grandma. Once a week we would head into town to Amy’s Books, a consignment shop of wonder. As a small child, I could spend HOURS in there – just browsing the covers. I can still remember the musty smell from all the old, used books, but it was like a wild adventure to… Keep Reading
Ahhhh it’s that time of year – the snow is FINALLY melting, it’s still light out after 5 pm, and mom expos are in FULL EFFECT! One of the greatest things about being a parent in NYC is the overload of parenting shows, advice and events. The problem is, you don’t really know about them until AFTER you’re a parent! At least I didn’t! So share this list with all… Keep Reading
