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Brooklyn Baby Expo - Sunday June 2nd 10am-4pm in Carroll Gardens

A Child Grows — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:09:13 +0000

Join us for the 2nd Annual <a href="http://www.achildgrows.com/expo">Brooklyn Baby Expo</a> – Sunday June 2, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the International School of Brooklyn (477 Court Street) in Carroll Gardens presented by A Child Grows in Brooklyn (www.achildgrows.com/expo) The event is for expectant and new parents (of children up to age 3) and will be a day of fun and education, where participants can interact with other parents, exhibitors and experts. Exhibitors will showcase products and services covering all phases of life as a new parent! Bring your partner, a friend or the whole family (older children are welcome!) and enjoy free lunch in our Fairway Café, play in our movement room and get comfortable in our nursing lounge! Attendees can learn about and shop for everything from gear, clothing and furniture, to child care services and organic baby food. Hands-on activities include testing baby carriers, strollers and car seats, participating in demos, and learning how to make baby food. Parents (and parents-to-be) can attend seminars about preparing for birth and post-natal care, navigating the new-parent world in Brooklyn, raising a good sleeper, best gear for baby and kids, and more. Everyone will be entered to win awesome raffle prizes throughout the day, individually valued between $50-$850. Giveaways include strollers, high chairs, car seats, carriers, kid classes, tickets, gift certificates and more. VIP ticket holders will receive a gift bag hand made by Hiho Batik, which will include a BabaSling Lite by Joovy (retail value $99), and many other full-sized samples and premium gifts from sponsors, valued at over $250. Premium ticket holders will receive a gift bag filled with fabulous samples from our sponsors, values at over $150. Find more info at <a href="http://www.achildgrows.com/expo">http://www.achildgrows.com/expo</a> Tickets on sale now at <a href="http://brooklynbabyexpo2013.eventbrite.com/">http://brooklynbabyexpo2013.eventbrite.com/</a>

Murals for Children's Rooms/Nurseries

landlord — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:34:31 +0000

Love your "james and the giant peach". Whats the size? how much is it? thanks

Murals for Children's Rooms/Nurseries

jcantelmi — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:46:12 +0000

I am a children's artist with a background in drawing, painting, and set design, and I love to create imagery that complements and encourages children's wonderful imaginations. I create murals for bedrooms, nurseries, and play rooms, customized especially for your home and child. I am relatively new to mural painting specifically, and as such I would offer a generous discount if we were to collaborate over the next couple of months. For more information and to view samples of my artwork, please visit <a href="http://jennifercantelmi.com/murals/" rel="nofollow">http://jennifercantelmi.com/murals/</a> Feel free to contact me directly at (646) 926-4762 or <a href="mailto:contact@jennifercantelmi.com">contact@jennifercantelmi.com</a>. Warm wishes, Jennifer

Music Lessons: Guitar, Drums, Bass, Tabla, Songwriting, and more

BrooklynStarMusic — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:56:22 +0000

Brooklyn Star Music Lessons offers personalized one-on-one and group lessons for guitar, bass guitar, drums, tabla, percussion, and songwriting. Our teaching partnership is comprised of trained, professional working musicians with extensive experience. For us, teaching music is not simply a business, but a calling. We take students of all ages and experience levels, from beginners to advanced players. Whatever your goals—whether you want to learn an instrument to express yourself, as a hobby, to impress a few friends, or even if you would like to play professionally—we are committed to helping you reach those goals . . . and to soar beyond them! Email us and ask about a free trial lesson Visit our website for more information! <a href="http://www.brooklynstarmusiclessons.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.brooklynstarmusiclessons.com</a>

FasTracKids Now Accepting Summer Enrichment Applications

FasTracKids Eye Level — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:49:13 +0000

Summer Brain Drain How to Avoid Your Child's Summer Brain Drain? Facts about Summer Learning Loss Dear Parents: Summer is here and if you think these lazy, hazy months should be all play and no work, take a gander at the following statistics provided by Ron Fairchild, executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Center for Summer Learning: • All students experience learning losses when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer. • On average, students lose approximately 2.6 months of grade level equivalency in mathematical computation skills during the summer months. Important facts: • Only approximately 10 percent of students nationwide participate in summer school or attend schools with nontraditional calendars. • A majority of students (56 percent) want to be involved in a summer program that “helps kids keep up with schoolwork or prepare for the next grade.” • Research shows that teachers typically spend between 4-6 weeks reteaching material that students have forgotten over the summer. At least 11 percent of children between the ages of 6 and 12 care for themselves over the summer months (unsupervised). What can you do to prevent learning loss? What can you do, personally, to help combat summer learning loss with your own kids? Partially based on FasTracKids and the Enopi learning and development programs, our Summer Camp Program provides lots of fun activities that will keep your kids entertained while preserving and developing their learning skills, which otherwise can be easily neglected during the short summer months. Last year's Summer Camp was a huge success. As the result, this year, our Summer Camp enrollments have just reached the 50% threshold - and it's not even June yet! This means, we only have 16 spaces left on average, per week, in our Fun and Educational Summer Camp Program for children 3-10 years old we call "Stop Summer Brain Drain" which starts on July 9th and runs until August 31st. - We offer affordable weekly/daily rates and flexible half-day, full-day schedule. - Extended hours available upon request. - 10% early bird and sibling discounts Call or email our FasTraKids/Enopi Center Directors for more information about our Summer Camp programs and to book your space before it’s too late. Warm wishes, FasTracKids/Enopi Management <a href="http://www.enopimathreading.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.enopimathreading.com</a> <a href="http://www.fastrackids.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.fastrackids.com</a> <img src="http://fastrackids.com">

Park Slopes Got Talent

FasTracKids Eye Level — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:43:20 +0000

Come join FasTracKids (www.fastrackids.com) as we celebrate your children and their unique gifts & talents and win the chance to go on a Summer Adventure at Camp! Attention kids, parent's and grandparents! FasTracKids is looking for the child with the best gifts and talents! Please submit a 3 minute video of your child (aged 2-10) portraying their talent for a chance to win! FasTracKids is giving away an opportunity to the most gifted and talented child in speech, drama, and performing arts the chance to win 1 week of camp (full day) or 2 weeks of camp (1/2 day). FasTracKids based in Park Slope Brooklyn, is an enrichment program for children aged 2-10. The programs philosophy is that every child is potentially gifted. It is up to the parent or guardian to ensure that each child is exposed to supplemental enrichment during the critical period of early brain development. Each child will be exposed to over 10 various themes from astronomy to public speaking. Combining proven research with fun and excitement as well as use of our one of a kind technology, your child's cognitive, creative, and critical thinking abilities will be stimulated. Contact Jamie @ <a href="mailto:slopeenrichment@gmail.com">slopeenrichment@gmail.com</a> to submit your children into our talent competition from February 26, 2013 through March 19th for your chance to win! The contest will be judged on March 21st [video]http://pix11.com/2013/03/08/free-friday-family-fun-day-kids-with-talent-skin-treatment-giveaway/#axzz2NDOxPI76[/video]

YOGA THERAPY for Children with Special Needs

caityoga — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:13:38 +0000

with Caitlin LaRussa, Occupational Therapist, Yoga Instructor Do you... -have a child with special needs? -want to help your child increase strength, flexibility, breathing efficiency, body awareness, self-regulation, and communication? -want to create a heathy routine for your child? I run a private practice in Brooklyn, offering in-home yoga therapy sessions for children with special needs. Visit <a href="http://www.caitlinlarussa.com">caitlinlarussa.com</a> to find out more, or email me to schedule a FREE consultation. Caitlin LaRussa <a href="mailto:caityoga@gmail.com">caityoga@gmail.com</a>

ART CLASSES

ArtistKaren — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 15:45:44 +0000

Classes are filling up! Hope you'll join us! EXPLORING CREATIVITY for Children & Adults ARTIST KAREN FRIEDLAND, is offering classes for adults and children in her home studio in Prospect Park South. They will be small groups--as few as 4 students, no more than 8--affording personalized instruction. The focus in the classes is for students to experience the JOY OF CREATING, while adding to their art skill toolbox. Classes will begin in February. FOR CHILDREN "Art Discovery" For four, five and six year old students, this class provides exposure to a variety of art media with an emphasis on the art process. Thursdays 4:00-5:00PM "The Art Experience" For second to fifth graders, a fun way for students to gain art skills while exploring their boundless creativity. Wednesdays 4:00-5:15PM FOR ADULTS "Expressive Drawing" A creative approach to drawing. Organically learn drawing skills while expressing your true creativity. Wednesdays 10:00-11:45AM "Painting Workshop" Exploring painting technique with a creative approach. Skills development while giving voice to your creative self. Thursdays 7:30-9:15PM FOR INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, EMAIL OR PHONE <a href="mailto:karenart99@yahoo.com">karenart99@yahoo.com</a> 718-826-1261 Karen Friedland is a widely known artist who has exhibited extensively throughout the United States. While best known for her paintings and pastels, Karen also works in sculpture, ceramics and print making. A very experienced teacher, she has taught all ages from pre-school to seniors, including special needs students. As a Teaching Artist, she has conducted residencies in schools and community settings for Brooklyn Arts Council and other arts organizations. She is the founder and two time leader of the Flatbush Artists Studio Tour. <a href="http://www.ArtistKaren.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.ArtistKaren.com</a>

ART CLASSES

ArtistKaren — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 00:28:06 +0000

EXPLORING CREATIVITY for Children & Adults ARTIST KAREN FRIEDLAND, is offering classes for adults and children in her home studio in Prospect Park South. They will be small groups--as few as 4 students, no more than 8-- affording personalized instruction. The focus in the classes is for students to experience the JOY OF CREATING, while adding to their art skill toolbox. Classes will begin in February. FOR CHILDREN "Art Discovery" For four, five and six year old students, this class provides exposure to a variety of art media with an emphasis on the art process. Thursdays 4:00-5:00PM "The Art Experience" For second to fifth graders, a fun way for students to gain art skills while exploring their boundless creativity. Wednesdays 4:00-5:15PM FOR ADULTS "Expressive Drawing" A creative approach to drawing. Organically learn drawing skills while expressing your true creativity. Wednesdays 10:00-11:45AM "Painting Workshop" Exploring painting technique with a creative approach. Skills development while giving voice to your creative self. Thursdays 7:30-9:15PM For information and to register, email or phone <a href="mailto:karenart99@yahoo.com">karenart99@yahoo.com</a> 718-826-1261 Karen Friedland is a widely known artist who has exhibited extensively throughout the United States. While best known for her paintings and pastels, Karen also works in sculpture, ceramics and print making. A very experienced teacher, she has taught all ages from pre-school to seniors, including special needs students. As a Teaching Artist, she has conducted residencies in schools and community settings for Brooklyn Arts Council and other arts organizations. She is the founder and two time leader of the Flatbush Artists Studio Tour. <a href="http://www.ArtistKaren.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.ArtistKaren.com</a>

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

mantic — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 23:54:08 +0000

You asked for opinions if you over reacted. I think you did. A large strange dog, off leash, with big teeth can be fearful. But the dog punked you. If he wanted your dog as a meal, there was nothing you were going to be able to do about it. The fact that your dog is still with you tells me that the dog in question is not a viscous animal towards humans. Instead of trying to knock you down, it would have just taken your legs out. I cannot say what it would have done to your dog, but probably wanted to sniff it out of curiosity. You kind of made it a prize for him with what you described holding him up in the air over your head jumping around shreaking. Might I suggest, learn how to speak aggressively towards other animals, and to not show them fear. As soon as you started screaming, the dog was in it for the fun. Carry a walking stick, so next time you can whop him on the nose if he gets too close. Unless a human is mauled and bleeding out, don't count on the cops coming. Making false reports, embelishing stories, and witch hunting won't do anything for you or your karma. happy new year and remember, all dogs go to heaven....

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

PragmaticGuy — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 10:49:48 +0000

And you're not wrong with what you say. There's a known drug building across from my office here in Crown Heights and there are a few pit bulls in that building. I'm sure they're used for "protection" if you get my meaning. And that may be the reason that these neighbors have one but nothing can or will be done until there's a real crime committed.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

DogLover33 — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:58:29 +0000

@<a href='http://brooklynian.com/forum/profile/pragmaticguy'>PragmaticGuy</a> It's true that I was simply very lucky that day and the cops certainly made it very clear that this was not high on their priority list. Now I understand that this is a complex issue involving police department priorities, budgets, cuts, etc. etc. But I also can't help noticing that it's just this type of a careless attitude that allows good neighborhoods to go down the drain: good neighborhoods where people live with their families, send their kids to school, and expect to be able to go for an after dinner walk in relative safety. After my contact with this dog's owners I am left wondering, "why do these people need to keep such a dog in a small apartment with no balcony or other outdoor space?" After my contact with this dog and the people who may or may not have been its owners I am also 100% certain that this dog was not simply an unruly pet. None of the people who I spoke to ever referred to the dog by name or attempted to comfort it by petting it. The dog made no effort to greet any of them as beloved pets do. This dog didn't even show any signs of being comforted by their presence or even recognizing them. The building in which witnesses claim they live has no balconys or other outdoor space. All this leaves me wondering, "why do these people need to keep such a dog?" Now if the police take a few moments to simply pay attention to the concerns of the neighbors, who made up most of my witnesses, and of course me, they may just uncover something which can not only save the next person who encounters this dog from being mauled but also something big happening within a radius of 4 blocks from 2 large elementary schools.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

PragmaticGuy — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:21:47 +0000

Unfortunately, yours was a low priority call and they're not going to take time out to interview dog owners. I don't think it's a bad idea to post flyers but until this happens to someone else and there's a pattern established not much will happen. Glad you didn't get bitten and that your dog is okay.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

DogLover33 — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 22:58:14 +0000

@<a href='http://brooklynian.com/forum/profile/pragmaticguy'>PragmaticGuy</a> I honestly don't know as I don't know how police protocol works. The dog was on a leash but the lady walking him was so small she was not able to hold the dog. The dog was obviously not trained to respond to her either. As for the police, to me it seems as if the least they could've done is at least take a statement, from both sides, check on the dog's ownership, living conditions, whether there are small children in the home as they may be in danger, etc...and if they are not going to do that to tell me so when I called 911 so that I don't wait 41/2 hrs for them.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

DogLover33 — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 22:47:40 +0000

@<a href='http://brooklynian.com/forum/profile/tsarina'>tsarina</a> I totally believe you! <img src="http://brooklynian.com/forum/my-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_sunny.gif" title=":sunny:" class="bb_smilies" /> I have encountered many large dogs, including pit bulls, in this neighborhood, at Sunset Park and at various dog parks that are so well trained they obey their owner's every word, even when they are off leash. Training and socializing your dog is part of responsible dog ownership, regardless of whether you have a small or large dog.

Winter Festival of Lights - A Solstice Celebration for Children - Park Slope

SlopeDuder — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 22:35:45 +0000

It reminds me of this clipart sun that is on 100s of websites <img src="http://i.imgur.com/uJkue.jpg"> But that's mainly because I suspect it IS that sun, upside down, with a touch of orange in it.

Winter Festival of Lights - A Solstice Celebration for Children - Park Slope

prodigalson — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 15:57:12 +0000

Your flag reminds of the flag used by Taíno tribe of Boriken (more commonly known as Puerto Rico) and the Caribbean: <img src="http://www.wikihook.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/800px-Flag_of_the_Jatibonicu_Taino_Tribal_Nation.svg_.png">

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

tsarina — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 14:34:32 +0000

I offer my condolences for your terrible ordeal. And I'm Glad your dog is okay. Posting warnings for other dog owners is good. My Pit Bull Skippy would gladly lick your knuckles and play with your Yorkie as a good will ambassador for his breed.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

PragmaticGuy — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:09:46 +0000

I feel badly for you but what should the police do? Even if they went to talk to the owners the best that could come of it would be to tell them to make sure their dog is on a leash. They didn't see the incident so a summons can't be issued and they're not going to call the ASPCA. And even if they did, apparently the dog is not mistreated so there's no course of action there.

Aggressive Pitbull Attack in Borough Park on the corner of 9th Ave and 44th ST

tateinbk — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 15:46:22 +0000

DogLover33 I agree you should call the ASPCA abuse line. Tell them you suspect dog fighting since this dog went after yours in such a determined manner. It indicates it may have been trained to do so. At the least it will be a report on the record. This was a horrible incident. I also think the flyers are a great way to go forward so you're not completely powerless. Psycho-ologist, Pitbulls, like most dogs, can be trained to be aggressive however they are inherently a gentle, tolerant breed. They used to be known as the Nanny Dog because they were so good with children before being co-opted by tough guys. By supporting BSL, would you also ban all dogs that have historically been involved in violent past times? This would mean also banning Boxers, Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Bull Terriers for example. Honestly I find people who don't want to train dogs, for the most part get little dogs. I am far less afraid of getting bit by the average pitbull held on a proper leash by someone who can control it than a small dog on an extended leash. I am fully against BSL but there are times I feel unsafe around other dogs and that almost always occurs when the dog is not harnessed properly. NYC law states a dog's leash must be no longer than 6 feet long on the city streets. (Can be longer in parks). I want this law and having a dog totally off leash to face harsher penalties. It would also be best if it were harder to get a dog. But that's an argument for another day.