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St. Patrick’s for All Parade in Sunnyside Queens
February 29, 2012 – 7:10 am | Comments Off
St. Patrick’s for All Parade in Sunnyside Queens

The St. Pat’s For All Parade is the most unique & diverse St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York.  The 2012 theme is “cherishing all the children of the nation equally” & is taken from …

Raising Astoria Baby & Maternity Store
February 29, 2012 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Raising Astoria Baby & Maternity Store

Kimberly Rossignol and Laurie Nicholson are opening their doors this week at Raising Astoria yet remain cool as cucumbers. These cheerful first time entrepreneurs and mamas have decided to grace Astoria with a much needed resource. …

5 Year Old Designer Debuts Collection in Queens
February 29, 2012 – 6:51 am | Comments Off
5 Year Old Designer Debuts Collection in Queens

Three new baby wear designers – one of them only 5-years-old – introduced their clothing lines with a photo shoot at Petunia, the hip baby boutique on Skillman Avenue in Sunnyside.

Kids Hula Hoop Class in Forest Hills
February 28, 2012 – 7:04 am | Comments Off
Kids Hula Hoop Class in Forest Hills

Looking for a great, fun workout for the kids this weekend?  Check out the Kiddie Hula Hoops Workout this Sunday at 3:00 p.m at the Genesis Tree of Life Yoga Studio in Forest Hills.

Giveaway: Family Four Pack to See Dragons by Ringling Bros.!
February 28, 2012 – 6:17 am | Comments Off
Giveaway: Family Four Pack to See Dragons by Ringling Bros.!

In celebration of the year of the Dragon, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents DRAGONS! Kids and parents alike will love to see these magnificent circus performers from the farthest reaches of the earth …

Annual Run for the Wild Family Fun Run
February 27, 2012 – 6:23 am | Comments Off
Annual Run for the Wild Family Fun Run

The Wildlife Conservation Society is asking families across NYC to lace-up their running shoes and join the 2012 “Run for the Wild” at the Bronx Zoo.  Taking place Saturday, April 28, this years 5k-run/walk is …

Top 10 Weekend Events in Queens 2/25-2/26
February 24, 2012 – 8:56 am | Comments Off
Top 10 Weekend Events in Queens 2/25-2/26

Queens is hoping this weekend with something for everyone as nature events, cooking classes and movie marathons take center stage.  The Queens Mamas round up the Top Ten around town!
 
 
 

After School Programs to Get Slashed This Fall
February 22, 2012 – 7:39 am | Comments Off

Do your children attend an after school program? Lots of parents rely on these programs as a safe, educationally enriching (and free!) place for their kids to hang out until their workdays end.  The Daily …

Chili and Brown Sugar Rubbed Salmon with Cilantro Lime Yogurt Sauce
February 22, 2012 – 6:51 am | Comments Off
Chili and Brown Sugar Rubbed Salmon with Cilantro Lime Yogurt Sauce

When it comes to authentic Greek yogurt, supermarket brands just can’t compete.  Queens’ own Kesso Foods has been supplying foodies and health-conscious folks alike with their creamy, rich and nutritious yogurt for over 25 years.  …

Resolve to Be Ready:Emergency Preparedness for Kids
February 22, 2012 – 6:16 am | Comments Off
Resolve to Be Ready:Emergency Preparedness for Kids

The Office of Emergency Management and Department of Education recently teamed up for an important initiative designed to teach kids of all ages the importance of emergency preparedness.