‘Performances/Events/Charities’ Articles

I love scavenger hunts. I especially love scavenger hunts in New York City. The city is so rich of information and history that finding clues can be both fun AND educational. If this is something you enjoy as well, or would like to try out with your family, than you can help celebrate The Scholastic [Continue]

Starting the week of May 14 2011, the skin care company Kiehl’s Since 1851 will embark on a partnership with Share Our Strength, a national nonprofit that is ending childhood hunger in America by connecting children with nutritious food they need to lead healthy, active lives. NYCityMama readers can participate at the Kiehl’s Flagship store [Continue]

When I first walked out of the Broadhurst Theater after watching a performance of “Baby It’s You“, the Broadway musical featuring what is said to be the first American girl group, The Shirelles, I felt happy and energized by so many great oldies this show covers. Just minutes before, the theater was standing in ovation [Continue]

In honor of Earth Day, Kiehl’s Since 1851, the venerable New York-based purveyor of fine quality skin and hair care is pleased to announce a Limited Edition Label Art series, where 100% of net proceeds will benefit the Waterkeeper Alliance a charity long supported by Kiehl’s for the past 30 years. This grassroots advocacy organization, [Continue]

In 2009 my husband and I were introduced to Loving Day, an annual event that celebrates interracial marriage and helps to remind us of the very important criminal case that stood for love, fought against racism in this country, and changed history forever. The Loving Day celebrations were especially moving to my Irish/Scottish husband and [Continue]

After a sold-out run,the highly acclaimed You’ve Got Hate Mail returns to the Triad Theatre (158 West 72 St.) with performances every Friday night at 7 p.m. (starting March 18). In You’ve Got Hate Mail, love “bytes” all when an extra-marital affair goes horribly wrong, thanks to a juicy e-mail left sitting on a desktop. [Continue]

So often I hear parents tell me how they can’t do certain things they love or go to plays they enjoy as much anymore because they have kids. Not only are the logistic of arranging to have care for your children -so that you can go out- annoying and time consuming, it can also be [Continue]

The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) and Hilary A. Williams LLC, present the Off-Broadway premiere of the new musical, Tomorrow Morning, with book, lyrics and music by Laurence Mark Wythe. Tom Mullen will direct. There’s never a bad time to catch a show in NYC, and this is definitely a nice way [Continue]

Don’t miss Step Afirka! A dance group who will perform at Flushing Town Hall on Sunday, February 13, 2:00PM. The show is perfect for children 6 and up. Part athletes, part instruments, these critically acclaimed step dancers will jump, tap, and stomp out captivating rhythms and powerful percussive sounds. A high energy and heart-pounding [Continue]

New York Family, in partnership with American Camp Association-NY (ACA-NY), will be hosting its 7th Annual Camp Fair Series starting this weekend (1/22 & 1/23) and next (1/29 & 1/30). Over 60 camps will be present at the largest camp fairs in the city. Learn about camp options such as day camps and sleepaway camps and [Continue]