Win a chance to be the guest of New York Family at the exclusive premiere of the Rebecca Minkoff for Bravado Designs limited edition tank collection to benefit Jessica Seinfeld’s Baby Buggy™. One lucky reader will be selected to attend (with a guest) the breakfast launch event at Allison 18 on September 24. The winner 
SEPTEMBER 9 SAVE A LIFE [All Ages] Brace yourself for puppy eyes from your little ones at Adoptapalooza, the city’s biggest pet adoption event of the year. Alongside 200+ vaccinated cats and dogs looking for homes, the gathering brings valuable resources to new and seasoned pet owners, featuring training sessions, vendor giveaways, and microchip stations. 
As students back their backpacks and get ready for the school year that will kick off next week, parents and education advocates are gearing up to fight the continuing battle for quality public school education on the Upper West Side. While the neighborhood, part of Community Education Council District 3, enjoys some top-notch public schools, 
By Maggie McNamara ¡Vámanos! (Let’s go!) Since 2000, Nickelodeon’s popular cartoon character Dora the Explorer has encouraged kids to join in on her adventures through an animated forest full of surprises. An eight-year-old bilingual Latina, the courageous youngster travels great distances with her monkey friend, Boots, while teaching little viewers Spanish phrases along the way. 
By Mia Weber City kids may start to feel a bit pouty as the sun sets on a beautiful summer, so we’ve compiled the perfect guide for everything they’ll need to start the new school year off in style with a smile! From hipster knapsacks to ultra-modern binders—back-to-school shopping just got a little bit sunnier. 
By Jess Michaels Once I started to tell friends and family that I was expecting, I was surprised at the number of questions I was asked about my plans for the baby. I have to admit, it was a bit overwhelming–after all, didn’t I have months to figure this all out? The questions brought me 
Approximately 10 percent of women will have their water break before the onset of labor. That means the other 90 percent will face the choice of an amniotomy (artificial breaking of the amniotic sac) or having their membranes rupture on their own (spontaneous rupture of the membrane, or SPOM). Why do I bring this subject 
By Aimee Daly Becoming a parent for the first time is kind of like taking on a new identity overnight. One day you’re wearing a suit, reading the Times on your way to the office, and the next you’re lucky if you’ve showered and reading Dr. Seuss. I, like most mothers, had a vague idea 
Pediatric Cancer Foundation and Camp Ramaquois launched their Annual Sports-a-thon throughout the 2012 camp season. Campers selected the sport of their choice and set their personal goals on behalf of children who suffer from cancer. Camp Ramaquois’ award ceremonies were held on August 16th. Camp telephone number is: 845- 354-1600 if you have any questions. 
A boat cruise around the city is one of the most magical and quintessential city experiences. And the summertime is often the best time to schedule one for your fun-loving fam. Here are ten suggestions for trips that will take your family around the city and back. Liberty Harbor Cruise Explore some of the historic 
