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Book Review: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

December 17, 2010 by 3 Comments
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Rebecca Skloot spent nearly 10 years uncovering the truth behind the HeLa cells, whose owner died tragically in the early 1950s and had her celles taken without her or her family's knowledge.  The first "immortal" human cells grown into culture, they are still living today.  HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine; uncovered secrets of cancer, viruses, and the atom bomb’s effects; helped lead to important advances like in vitro fertilization, cloning, and gene mapping; and have been bought and sold by the billions.  Yet her family … [Read more...]

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Join Kids Club 13, Angelina Ballerina and Me at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum

December 17, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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I've written about Angelina Ballerina a bunch of times on this blog.  My daughter was obsessed with her when she was 3, 4, maybe even 5.  When she left that phase (she's 7 now), I was kind of sad myself.  The sweet, innocent mouse introduced my daughter to ballet.  Her books taught her valuable lessons and morals.  Even though we have moved on, I am very keen on the Kids Club 13vent we are going to this Sunday at the Brooklyn Children's Museum.  I am sure that the experience will move my daughter to think fondly back on dressing up in tutus and … [Read more...]

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Guest Post: World Children’s Festival 2011 on The National Mall

December 16, 2010 by 2 Comments
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On June 17-19, 2011 the 4th World Children's Festival will take place on The National Mall across from the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. The 3-day festival is full of amazing performances, workshops and activities and is free and open to the public. Please visit www.icaf.org or www.WorldChildrensFestival.org and if you have any questions. Hosted to honor the Arts Olympiad winners from each U.S. state and territory and from nearly 100 participating countries, the festival attracts at least 10,000 attendees. The upcoming festival in June 2011 is a … [Read more...]

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Family-Friendly Travel and Cultural Options for Winter Break & Beyond

December 16, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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Thinking of going away this winter break but not sure where to go?  I've been sent a few items that are worth sharing in case you are looking for last-minute family getaways. Are you a skiing family like my own?  For families considering ski vacations over the holiday break, the RockResorts in Colorado are offering a variety of unique programs. Guests staying at The Lodge at Vail or The Arrabelle at Vail Square, both RockResorts in Vail, Colorado, have a variety of festive activities for all ages. Throughout the season, guests at two of … [Read more...]

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Little Creature Films Inspire Imaginative Play

December 15, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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Little Creatures Films provides a window onto young children's open-ended imaginative adventures, told in their own voice.  The films redirect children’s gaze away from the screen and back outside, inspiring child viewers to create their own play experiences from the ground up. To distribute their first film Spirit Ship to festivals and families around the world, and produce more films, Little Creatures Films is raising $5,000 by January 2!  The link below tells much more, but for now know this: Kids all over the world will learn and be … [Read more...]

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Happy Concerts for Young People Ages 6-12 at Avery Fisher Hall

December 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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The Little Orchestra Society presents it's latest Happy Concerts for Young People Ages 6 to 12 "AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS" on Saturday, December 18, 2010  11:00am and 1:00pm at Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center (1941 Broadway at 65th Street, New York City).  Tickets range from $12-$50. One of New York’s most anticipated holiday events, this glittering presentation will enchant audiences of all ages. An entirely new production of Gian Carlo Menotti’s musical masterpiece about universal love and generosity is directed by John Sheehan … [Read more...]

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Helping a Child Have a Better Life- The Rosemary Pencil Foundation

December 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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As the end of the year approaches, I am reaching out to ask you to remember The Rosemary Pencil Foundation.  The money you give goes directly towards helping a child have a better life. The Foundation is now supporting 30 children in school in Malawi and will start a new “girls only” initiative in Zimbabwe in January, covering the costs of secondary school education for two students initially.  Most of the schools they use are boarding schools and the children we select are among the brightest but the poorest.  Primary school education in … [Read more...]

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My Thoughts on Turning 40, as Well as What Others Think of Me

December 11, 2010 by 5 Comments

I turned 40 this year.  It wasn't an age I was particularly excited about, but I accepted it, embraced it and welcomed my new decade with open arms. With every decade I've hit, I always heard the familiar words, "It only gets better."  In my eyes, 40 is still young.  I still have 25 years left in the work force, a good ten years until menopause and my kids will be living under my roof for another twelve years or so (although if it's up to my son, he'll never leave this house). But no one warned me.  No one warned me about the surprising remarks … [Read more...]

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A Weekend with the Mets – 12/18-12/19

December 10, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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Like free family-friendly events as much as I do?  In celebration of the launch of its new flagship branch in Union Square, Citi will host a free, fun-filled family weekend at the branch with the Mets on December 18 and 19.  Mets Player Ike Davis will meet with families and sign autographs on Saturday, December 18, while Mets Legends Ron Darling and John Franco will do the same on Sunday, December 19. The family weekend also will feature: ·        “Living” holiday windows that will recreate iconic NYC holiday … [Read more...]

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Inspiring Your Kids to Give Back

December 10, 2010 by Leave a Comment
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This holiday season is an opportunity to inspire kids to get involved in bringing positive change to their communities.  In addition to receiving the gifts of knowledge, self-esteem and empowerment that come with youth service, kids can give back just by joining generationOn at www.generationOn.org. For every service pledge, Hasbro will give a toy to a child in need through the Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Campaign (up to 100,000 total toys).  That is very cool!!!   Such an easy way to make a difference in a child's life. … [Read more...]

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