Hello hello! We've been a bit quiet on our end, but completely ready and excited for the new year -- the Year of the DOG!!! This is going to be a great year, we can feel it already (all that red flash, love it), and really -- you can't go wrong with lobsters and coconuts (thank you Nonya).
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Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt at the Standard, High Line
When: Saturday (March 26, 2016) and Sunday (March 27, 2016)
Where: The Standard Plaza at the Standard, High Line (848 Washington Street, New York, NY 10014)
You guys, Easter is coming! Even if you’re not particularly religious (which we are not), as a parent Easter is still one of the loveliest part of the year. For one thing, it serves as the official marker of Spring!! You know… the time when you awake from the dreariness of Winter and embrace all of face painting, pastels, bunnies, and Fabergé eggs you can lay your eyes on.
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Year of the Monkey Lunar Parade and Street Fair
When: Monday (February 8, 2016) and Sunday (February 14, 2016)
Where: East Houston Street to Canal Street (between Forsyth and Chrystie Streets)
It's the Year of the Monkey! What better place to ring in the Lunar New Year than in Chinatown?
The 17th annual Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival, a celebration featuring thousands of firecrackers, food, and dancing, will be held on February 8, 2017.
There will also be a parade held on February 14, 2016 (Valentine's day!), with full-on dancing, costumes, confetti, and local vendors lined up on the streets of Little Italy and Chinatown.
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When: Saturday and Sunday (Starts on April 25, 2015 through October 31, 2015)
Where: Corner of Hester and Essex Street, Lower East Side
Happy Friday!
There are a ton of events kicking off this weekend, and we heard that the weather is going to be warm (for a change). More importantly, this Saturday marks the opening of the 6th annual Hester Street Fair, an amalgamation of local artisanal food, fun, and shopping for the entire family. We’re talking buttermilk biscuits, Taiwanese street food, Egyptian bread, and hand-made popsicles… mouth watering yet?
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Spring Fair at the New Amsterdam School
62 Avenue B (btw 4th and 5th street)
Time: 9:30am to 3pm
Age: All
If you happen to be in the East Village this Saturday with the littles (btw the hours of 9:30 am and 3pm), you should definitely swing by and check out the annual Spring Fair at the New Amsterdam School! Not only are they going to open up their fabulous little garden to the public (complete with Magical Sheep Meadow and Mystical Crystal Cave!), they’re also going to host a lovely little spread and BBQ in their Mother Nature’s Garden. Spreads will be provided by Murray’s Cheese and Chipotle, and all you have to do is turn up!
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Tribeca Family Festival and Food Feast (4/25)
Where: Greenwich Street between Hubert Street and Chambers Street
When: 10am to 6pm
We all know that this week marks the well know, and well-regarded Tribeca Film Festival (14th iteration!), but did you know that one of the highlights of the festival is actually a foodie-event involving the entire family? Yes yes, it’s true! Starting from 10am tomorrow morning, you can take the little monkeys to Tribeca for the ultimate street fair and celebration experience.
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209 East 16th Street, New York NY 10003
Ages: 1-12
Alright mammas and pappas – if you happen to be walking around in the Gramercy neighborhood, you may want to check out the Jack & Jill annual Spring Fair, organized by the Jack and Jill School at St. George’s Church. It’s located in a super cute neighborhood, encompassing both St. George’s Church on Stuyvesant Square and Calvary Church on Gramercy Park (think lots of greens and beautiful townhouses), and all proceeds benefit the young kiddos of the school. Win!
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