Broadway Playhouse Kids Concerts

Disney on Broadway owes a lot of its success to Alan Menken.  He's won scores of Academy Awards and Grammys for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin. In an event geared for Broadways pint-sized fans, hear his music performed by the Broadway Playhouse Cast at Merkin Concert Hall on February 7th.

Tribeca Cinemas Kids Club

Tribeca Cinemas Kids Club continues its family film series this February with a lineup of feature length and short films appropriate for all ages. Start a cinematic education by expposing your kids to an array of film genres, from classic musicals to timeless animations, and from popular favorites to foreign classics.

NYC Networking for Moms (Cupcakes too)

Momasphere and Park Slope Parents Career Network present "Wine and Cupcakes Networking Event" on Sunday, January 31st. Moms of all ages and stages can treat themselves to a night away from the kids. This evening of networking will engage each of your senses and is just the thing to battle the winter blues.

101 Dalmations the Musical Comes to NYC

The classic children's love story-- 101 Dalmations--has been transformed into a musical that is Broadway-bound in April. Based on the beloved book by Dodie Smith, The 101 Dalmatias Musical is a one-of-a-kind adventure celebrating family, courage and dotted dogs.

Thomas Crapper Day in NYC

I kid you not. This is an actual event and frugal NYC moms can take advantage of Cottonelle's PR campaign to pick up a free roll tomorrow in Times Square. Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott, stars of Oxygen’s Tori and Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood, will be kicking off the Cottonelle Great Debate.

Toy Fair Comes to NYC

Got a great toy idea, want to see what's going to big huge for the holidays?  Don't miss New York's Toy Fair at the Javits Center.

Baby Loves Disco Valentine's Ball

The World's best pre-school dance party is back in Manhattan with their annual Valentine's Disco Ball. This special Baby Loves Disco event will include Valentine's decorations, contests (best dressed, best dancer), Daddy-Daughter slow dance, a full spread of healthy snacks and juice boxes, stroller parking, a changing station and chill-out area with books and much more.

Friday Close-Up: Latham Thomas

Trying to find a bit of zen and calm this year?  Busy parents would do well to connect with Latham (HHC, AADP, RYT). This Columbia grad and single mama is the mastermind behind Tender Shoots Wellnesss, a yogi, chef and health advisor. In her words, she tries to help moms by providing, "nutrition awareness, yoga, green culinary arts and plant medicine." She's one of the most connected and generous women in the world of yoga and parenting--we advise you get to know her better.

New York Ballet 1 Hour Programs for Kids

Forget about dozing off or dealing with squirmy kids.  The New York Ballet is offering a cool "Once Upon A Ballet" series--3 special ballets perfect for ages 3-12.  Enjoy Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and more all in bite-sized doses.

Laser Fat Removal Seminar

Battling with those last few bits of post-baby weight? After you've tried the gym and endless hours of yoga it may be time to consider laser fat reduction. Is this the answer to your prayers? Get your questions answered at this free event aimed to educate moms on their options.

Benefit for Time In

"HANGING THE WORLD THROUGH ART" is a benefit and arts Auction to support the Time In Children's Art Initiative.  Time In aims to bring the arts to at-risk children out of underserved schools every week of the school year and into the world of the living arts. It's sad, but the majority of Time In's kids have never been celebrated for their talents.

Free Dino Reading Event At Scholastic Soho

Dinosaurs are a sure-fire cure for winter blahs. Head to the Scholastic store in Soho on Saturday the 31st for a free "How Do Dinosaurs?" event. Geared to kids 3+, the reading focuses on Yolen's latest in the Dino series, How do Dinosaurs Love Their Cats?

Moms' Night Out Chocolate Tasting

Book a sitter, grab your partner, and treat yourself to a little chocolate decadence. On Wednesday, march 17th, Metropolitan Moms has put together and adult evening of chocolate tasting at La Maison du Chocolat.  The evening will be tasty and a bit of an education.  Think of it as wine tasting for those who are addicted to chocolate.

Friday Close-Up: Socialsklz

Elbows off the table and put that Blackberry down when we are talking.  Finding manners in our warp speed world is hard.  Socialsklz to the rescue. 

Part Time Work for Moms in NYC

Pottery Barn Kids is looking for a few good moms. Whether you've got retail experience or simply a thirst for kids' design, now's the time to earn some cash and a sweet discount. Gigs with this brand range from short term (they are hunting for inventory staff) to 3-day part-time options.

NYC Pregnancy Event

Ready to pop? Be armed with all the answers to your pressing questions at an event from The Pregnant New Yorker.  The January 19th talk is led by Midwife Barri Malek. Barri will help you rest easy these last few days as she gives you the 411 on hospital births and how to make it a good experience. Other speakers will touch on health, wellness and diet.

Books of Wonder Presents the Art of Percy Jackson & The Olympians

Are you ready for The Lightning Thief Movie?  Well to prepare how about embracing the books that started it all. Books of Wonder welcomes all readers to an event on January 30th to celebrate the opening of an exhibit of artwork by artist John Rocco for the Percy Jackson & The Olympian Series.  The artist will be there as well as Rick Riordan's editor to discuss their roles in bringing this series to life(note: bookplates signed by Riordan will also be available).

Totally Toddler Seminar covers the A TO Z of 2s and 3s

You've heard all about the terrible twos (and threes). Here is your chance to be prepared. Or if you are already in the think of the "NO" phase it's your chance to get help. Ruth Wyatt, co-founder of Everyday Parenting, leads this talk on toddler transitions. This seminar brought to you by Baby Bites Brooklyn will cover: potty training, sleep problems, discipline, dropping a paci, transitioning to a big kid bed, having a baby sibling and more.

Silly Souls Opens First Store Front Location in NYC‏

In a sign that retail may yet have a pulse, Silly Souls, maker of sassy baby apparel and accessories, is set to open their first store front location in March 2010 at NYC's Limelight Marketplace – a premier shopping destination in the heart of the Flatiron district.

Friday Close-Up: Rachel Hudgins Photography

Capturing the magic of childhood is not effortless. A special few have made an art and science of getting images of children that embody the joy and mystery of being a kid.  Rachel Hudgins has this gift.

Belly Dance Maternity Sample Sale

Mom's-to-be often get stingy about outfitting themselves through their pregnancy. The Belly Dance Maternity Sample Sale gives you a chance to splurge guilt-free. Mark your calendar for Saturday, January 23 and get ready to shop for warm and cold weather styles and even designer denim.

Sign up time at Appleseeds

Brrrrr, it’s cold outside! Has cabin fever set in? Appleseeds invites you to get out of the house and get cooking with a new Saturday class for kids ages 2 to 5.

Auditon Time for the Metropolitan Opera's Children's Chorus

Got a kid with serious pipes?  Why not use those musical powers at NYC's premiere musical venue--the Metropolitan Opera. The Children's Chorus at the MET is a renowned musical resource and now is the time to snag an audition.

Stam-Pede Percussion at Symphony Space

Gotham Arts Exchange presents Stam-Pede, an afternoon of the very best in percussive dance by seven celebrated companies. Kids will be moved by the infectious beats and will get exposure to some amazing cultures--from innovative body percussion to mesmerizing tap dance.

Talk on Work vs. Home for New Moms

Family Matters gets right to the meaty issues this month.  The first parenting talk f 2010 centers on the question of balance. Today’s generation of action-oriented, post-feminism mothers are in a constant state of questioning and comparing. It’s hard enough being a mother, much less a working-mother, or a formerly-working-mother, or a stay-at-home mother.

More Half Marathon for Women

Got a New Year's resolution to get fit and finish a big race this year? Put April 25th on your calendar for the More Magazine Half Marathon in NYC.  This women-only race is just the thing to inspire moms to get moving.

Friday Close-Up: Fitness Guru

Pilates is a sanity saver for me,  every week I try to schedule a session at the Fitness Guru in Brooklyn. The studio is urban, airy and a great escape from motherhood.  The couple that founded the Guru are some of my favorite people around. They manage to combine work and family life seamlessly. And since it is a time of resolutions, I thought who better to feature than Michael Feigin--Fitness Guru, husband and Brooklyn dad.