Are you interested in improvements to our neighborhood parks? If so, feel free to channel your inner landscape architect at an upcoming design workshop ... note below from Friends of East Rock Park (FERP):
Cedar Hill Playground Design Workshop
6-7:00 pm, Thursday, April 2
New Flame Church, 1413 State Street
Friends of East Rock Park and the New Haven Parks Department are developing a plan to renovate the Cedar Hill Playground. This is your opportunity to give your input on specific playground designs. Please do your best to show up as we hope to move forward with this plan as soon as we can and need your input now! Children welcome. Thanks tothe Parks Department for helping us move this along!
For additional information about FERP and upcoming events, visit the organization's website at www.friendsofeastrockpark.org!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
What's Going on This Weekend?
As usual, if you know of anything else, please tell us about it by leaving a comment or emailing us at newhavenkids@gmail.com .
Mar 28th - Norwalk
Stepping Stones museum. Irish Dancing Students from the Mulkerin School of Irish Dance will perform. 1:30 PM
March 28 - Higganum
Snoopy Fair! Haddam-Killingworth High School Cafeteria, Little City Road. Annual Children's Snoopy Fair sponsored by The Haddam Co-Op Nursery School. First 24 kids to enter become VIP members and get Star treatment. Games, raffles, vendors, food. 10am-2pm Free Admission (860) 345-2594
March 28 - Waterbury
Family Scrapbooking Adventure. Mattatuck Museum Arts & History Center 144 West Main Street Turn family keepsakes into delightful scrapbook pages that capture your memories - an ideal family project! Get creative tips and unique ideas from our scrapbooking expert. 1:00 pm$5 museum members, $10 non-members www.mattatuckmuseum.org 203-753-0381 ext 10
March 29- Hamden
History-of-the-Giant Hike. The Sleeping Giant Park, Mt. Carmel Avenue (Route 10). The Sleeping Giant Park Association has scheduled a History-of-the-Giant Hike for the public on Sunday, March 29 (no rain date). Hike along with us and learn about the fascinating early twentieth-century history of the Sleeping Giant Park. Meet at the bulletin board by the kiosk near the park entrance, at 1:30 PM. The hike is expected to last about three hours. Wear comfortable supportive shoes. Bring snacks and water, if you like. The hike is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is not necessary. Out of consideration for other hikers, do not bring pets. For directions and further information, go to www.sgpa.org. If you lack internet access, you may call Barbara and Irwin Beitch (beitch1@cox.net or 203-272-7841), between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
March 29 - New Haven
Schooner Inc Summer Camp Open House, Schooner Inc Classroom, 60 South Water Street Learn about Schooner Inc's exciting week long environmental and sailing summer day camps for children in grades preK-12. Meet the staff, try fun activities, crafts and games and take advantage of early bird discounts.12:00-3:00pm free www.schoonerinc.org 203-865-173
Mar 28th - Norwalk
Stepping Stones museum. Irish Dancing Students from the Mulkerin School of Irish Dance will perform. 1:30 PM
March 28 - Higganum
Snoopy Fair! Haddam-Killingworth High School Cafeteria, Little City Road. Annual Children's Snoopy Fair sponsored by The Haddam Co-Op Nursery School. First 24 kids to enter become VIP members and get Star treatment. Games, raffles, vendors, food. 10am-2pm Free Admission (860) 345-2594
March 28 - Waterbury
Family Scrapbooking Adventure. Mattatuck Museum Arts & History Center 144 West Main Street Turn family keepsakes into delightful scrapbook pages that capture your memories - an ideal family project! Get creative tips and unique ideas from our scrapbooking expert. 1:00 pm$5 museum members, $10 non-members www.mattatuckmuseum.org 203-753-0381 ext 10
March 29- Hamden
History-of-the-Giant Hike. The Sleeping Giant Park, Mt. Carmel Avenue (Route 10). The Sleeping Giant Park Association has scheduled a History-of-the-Giant Hike for the public on Sunday, March 29 (no rain date). Hike along with us and learn about the fascinating early twentieth-century history of the Sleeping Giant Park. Meet at the bulletin board by the kiosk near the park entrance, at 1:30 PM. The hike is expected to last about three hours. Wear comfortable supportive shoes. Bring snacks and water, if you like. The hike is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is not necessary. Out of consideration for other hikers, do not bring pets. For directions and further information, go to www.sgpa.org. If you lack internet access, you may call Barbara and Irwin Beitch (beitch1@cox.net or 203-272-7841), between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
March 29 - New Haven
Schooner Inc Summer Camp Open House, Schooner Inc Classroom, 60 South Water Street Learn about Schooner Inc's exciting week long environmental and sailing summer day camps for children in grades preK-12. Meet the staff, try fun activities, crafts and games and take advantage of early bird discounts.12:00-3:00pm free www.schoonerinc.org 203-865-173
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
New Title
You may have noticed that the title of the blog page "Where New Haven Baby Left Off..." has been changed to "New Haven Kids." We will forever pay homage to the website that inspired the birth of this blog, but to alleviate confusion, we've decided to make the title page read the same as the address. We hope this doesn't cause any confusion or inconvenience for those of you who have subscribed to the blog.
New Haven Kids Blog is growing by the day and we owe that entirely to our loyal readers. Thank you! And please continue to spread the word and keep us posted on events we may have overlooked!
Thank you again!
New Haven Kids Blog is growing by the day and we owe that entirely to our loyal readers. Thank you! And please continue to spread the word and keep us posted on events we may have overlooked!
Thank you again!
Tag Sale Reminder
Tag Sale season is quickly approaching (ahhh...my favorite time of year!) and NHK doesn't want to miss a single one! Please let us know of any tag sales coming up by leaving a comment or emailing us at newhavenkids@gmail.com. Thank you!
And while we're on the topic, as we reported earlier in the month...
The Mothers of Multiples of Lower Fairfield County has announced their Spring Kids' Stuff Tag Sale. This is an awesome tag sale folks. I'm serious. This tag sale beats up other tag sales...and takes their lunch money. I'm almost hesitant to post about it because I'm scared to invite more competition. Spring/summer clothes, books, toys, shoes, equipment, and maternity stuff for sale.
Here's the low down...
Saturday, March 28th, 2009. 11am - 2pm. The deal crazy people (like myself) start to line up at 10am.
-Cash only
-Don't bring kids in strollers (in fact, if you can avoid bringing kids altogether I'd suggest it. It gets crazy in there.)
-$1 admission
St. Thomas the Apostle
208 East Ave, Norwalk, CT
And while we're on the topic, as we reported earlier in the month...
The Mothers of Multiples of Lower Fairfield County has announced their Spring Kids' Stuff Tag Sale. This is an awesome tag sale folks. I'm serious. This tag sale beats up other tag sales...and takes their lunch money. I'm almost hesitant to post about it because I'm scared to invite more competition. Spring/summer clothes, books, toys, shoes, equipment, and maternity stuff for sale.
Here's the low down...
Saturday, March 28th, 2009. 11am - 2pm. The deal crazy people (like myself) start to line up at 10am.
-Cash only
-Don't bring kids in strollers (in fact, if you can avoid bringing kids altogether I'd suggest it. It gets crazy in there.)
-$1 admission
St. Thomas the Apostle
208 East Ave, Norwalk, CT
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
East Rock Skating Party
FERP’s “Second Day of Spring” Skating Party
Ralph Walker Ice Rink
This Saturday (March 21)
11:30am-2:30pm
ENTRY, FOOD, SKATING “RENTALS” ALL FREE!
(the only thing you’ll pay for is not showing up)
- Pancakes and (Green?) Eggs!
- Coffee from Lulu’s!
- Muffins from you! (please bake and bring muffins.)
- Broomball! – (please bring a broom – no skates needed for this event.)
- Kids Games! – (please bring a kid.)
- Plant a Spring Seed! – (please bring a yogurt container or egg carton.)
- Old School People in Black and White! (we’ll supply the color.)
- Dress in Green for Spring! (okay so you’re supplying the color)
… And oh yeah, SKATING!
www.friendsofeastrockpark.org
Well This Is A First!
We here at NHK blog pride ourselves on our ability to find things to do for all you CT parents. Unfortunately, after googling the week away, we've come up with virtually nothing of interest for this weekend. I know! I can't believe it either!
So...Calling all parents! If you know of any events happening this weekend, please email us at newhavenkids@gmail.com or leave a comment here.
Thank you!
So...Calling all parents! If you know of any events happening this weekend, please email us at newhavenkids@gmail.com or leave a comment here.
Thank you!
Monday, March 16, 2009
Easter egg hunt
The town of New Haven will be hosting an Easter egg hunt on April 4th at 10am on the Green. Click here for details. And I'm excited to report that there will be separate locations dedicated to different age groups. (This means the chances that they'll have a "grown up" section just slightly increased.)
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
¡Fiesta Latina!
¡Fiesta Latina! – A Celebration of Latin American Cultures
Saturday, March 14
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
at the YALE PEABODY MUSEUM
Presented with Junta for Progressive Action, Inc.
Free Admission
Join us for our seventh annual celebration of Latin American cultures! We’ll enjoy performances of traditional and contemporary Latin American music and dance, along with games, crafts, storytelling, a scavenger hunt and face painting for the whole family. Salsa lessons too!
Performances:
11:15 Los Melodicos
12:15 Las Estampas- Mexican Dance Group
1:00 Alisa’s House of Salsa- Salsa dance lessons!
2:00 Guakiplena by Guakía, Inc. -Salsa Tropical music
3:00 Generación Latina Virgen del Cisne–Ecuadorian Dance Group
Sponsored by: International Association of New Haven www.peabody.yale.edu/events/
Saturday, March 14
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
at the YALE PEABODY MUSEUM
Presented with Junta for Progressive Action, Inc.
Free Admission
Join us for our seventh annual celebration of Latin American cultures! We’ll enjoy performances of traditional and contemporary Latin American music and dance, along with games, crafts, storytelling, a scavenger hunt and face painting for the whole family. Salsa lessons too!
Performances:
11:15 Los Melodicos
12:15 Las Estampas- Mexican Dance Group
1:00 Alisa’s House of Salsa- Salsa dance lessons!
2:00 Guakiplena by Guakía, Inc. -Salsa Tropical music
3:00 Generación Latina Virgen del Cisne–Ecuadorian Dance Group
Sponsored by: International Association of New Haven www.peabody.yale.edu/events/
Boo Boo Stick
My little guy seems to get a new bruise, bump or cut every day. We've actually had days when he looks like he just walked out of the final scene of Rocky (guess which character he is) and I'm afraid to take him out in public for fear that a stranger on the street will call DCF from her cell phone. Everyone tells me that he is just "that age." (Sigh...)
Well, if any of you have a toddler who is also "that age," Davies babies Boo Boo Stick is the product for you!
My son will never hold a cold "boo boo bunny" or ice pack to his head, but he will let me apply this cooling "medicine." And not only has the boo boo stick actually helped with swelling and bruises, it has provided the emotional soothing a sensitive toddler often needs. Just as we often tell our kids when we give them medicine, he knows this will make things all better soon.
At $10 a pop, it's not exactly as cheap as an ice pack, but it does last an amazingly long time. A tiny dab is all one needs, so one tube should be more than enough to get your toddler through "that age." (Again...Sigh...)
$3 Barbie
While the ongoing "Barbie: Good or Bad?" debate is, well...ongoing (especially in my household), no one can deny that Babs is an iconic figure, whichever way you look at it. In honor of her 50th birthday this week (Dang girl--lookin' good!), Mattel is offering her at her original 1959 price of $3.00. While supplies last!
Friday, March 6, 2009
Open House & Pancake Breakfast
United Community Nursery School
Open House & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 7
9:00 - 12:00
Play in our classrooms - Meet teachers & parents - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with old & new friends - Experience United's unique blend of family, diversity, fun and learning
(suggested donation for breakfast: $2/each or $6/family of 4)
2 morning 2 year old group; 3 or 5 morning & full time groups for 3 & 4 year olds
We're conveniently located in New Haven at 323 Temple St. (203) 782-0141
(at Wall St. in the United Church on the Green Parish House, One block north of the Green - parking in back off of Wall St.)
Open House & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 7
9:00 - 12:00
Play in our classrooms - Meet teachers & parents - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with old & new friends - Experience United's unique blend of family, diversity, fun and learning
(suggested donation for breakfast: $2/each or $6/family of 4)
2 morning 2 year old group; 3 or 5 morning & full time groups for 3 & 4 year olds
We're conveniently located in New Haven at 323 Temple St. (203) 782-0141
(at Wall St. in the United Church on the Green Parish House, One block north of the Green - parking in back off of Wall St.)
See Kai Run Sale!
Our favorite kids' shoes are now on sale!
Visit SeeKaiRun.com ,go to the "shop" tab and click on "sale."
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Free redbox rental today...
Redbox is giving away free movie rentals on Wednesdays through the month of March. Visit their blog every Wednesday to get the code.
Fun new kid releases -
Horton hears a Who!
Wall-E
Madagascar 2
Kung Fu Panda
Tinker Bell (my daughter's current favorite)
Fun new grown-up releases-
Australia (hello Hugh Jackman)
Fun new kid releases -
Horton hears a Who!
Wall-E
Madagascar 2
Kung Fu Panda
Tinker Bell (my daughter's current favorite)
Fun new grown-up releases-
Australia (hello Hugh Jackman)
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Mark your calendars...
The Mothers of Multiples of Lower Fairfield County has announced their Spring Kids' Stuff Tag Sale. This is an awesome tag sale folks. I'm serious. This tag sale beats up other tag sales...and takes their lunch money. I'm almost hesitant to post about it because I'm scared to invite more competition. Spring/summer clothes, books, toys, shoes, equipment, and maternity stuff for sale.
Here's the low down...
Saturday, March 28th, 2009. 11am - 2pm. The deal crazy people (like myself) start to line up at 10am.
-Cash only
-Don't bring kids in strollers (in fact, if you can avoid bringing kids altogether I'd suggest it. It gets crazy in there.)
-$1 admission
St. Thomas the Apostle
208 East Ave, Norwalk, CT
Here's the low down...
Saturday, March 28th, 2009. 11am - 2pm. The deal crazy people (like myself) start to line up at 10am.
-Cash only
-Don't bring kids in strollers (in fact, if you can avoid bringing kids altogether I'd suggest it. It gets crazy in there.)
-$1 admission
St. Thomas the Apostle
208 East Ave, Norwalk, CT
Monday, March 2, 2009
NMS Concert
The third concert of Neighborhood Music School's Children's Concert Series - The GUITAR GUY - is FRIDAY, MARCH 6!
The GUITAR GUY plays original folk rock for kids with plenty of humor and an infectious beat! You can learn more about him and sample his award-winning music at www.cdbaby.com (search "Robert the Guitar Guy").
NOTE: The GUITAR GUY is Robert Markowitz, based in Wilton, CT. He is not Robert Messore, who plays at St. John's Church in New Haven.
The GUITAR GUY
Friday, MARCH 6
4:00 p.m
Recital Hall
Neighborhood Music School
100 Audubon Street, New Haven
(203) 624-5189
The concert lasts an hour, and there will be a PIZZA PARTY in NMS' Front Space ($1 pizza slice and juice) right after to soothe those hungry tummies!
Tickets are on sale NOW at NMS (at the Front Desk or call (203) 624-5189).
$10 - Adults
$5 - Children 2 and older
Free - Children under 2
NOTE: Tickets will be available on concert day ONLY if the event is not sold out. Reserve your tickets ahead of time by visiting NMS or calling (203) 624-5189.
Net proceeds from all the concerts in the Children's Concert Series go directly to the Preschool and Toddler Program.
The GUITAR GUY plays original folk rock for kids with plenty of humor and an infectious beat! You can learn more about him and sample his award-winning music at www.cdbaby.com (search "Robert the Guitar Guy").
NOTE: The GUITAR GUY is Robert Markowitz, based in Wilton, CT. He is not Robert Messore, who plays at St. John's Church in New Haven.
The GUITAR GUY
Friday, MARCH 6
4:00 p.m
Recital Hall
Neighborhood Music School
100 Audubon Street, New Haven
(203) 624-5189
The concert lasts an hour, and there will be a PIZZA PARTY in NMS' Front Space ($1 pizza slice and juice) right after to soothe those hungry tummies!
Tickets are on sale NOW at NMS (at the Front Desk or call (203) 624-5189).
$10 - Adults
$5 - Children 2 and older
Free - Children under 2
NOTE: Tickets will be available on concert day ONLY if the event is not sold out. Reserve your tickets ahead of time by visiting NMS or calling (203) 624-5189.
Net proceeds from all the concerts in the Children's Concert Series go directly to the Preschool and Toddler Program.
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