Time Out New York Kids Blog

The Jonas Bros quit music!*

Christy Purington — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:04:57 +0000

*Just for a day, of course. If you (and your teeny-bopper- obsessed kiddos) haven’t already seen our sister pub’s uber-hyped cover story on the Jonas Brothers, it’s about time you got filled in. Besides the fun photos from the shoot, check out the trio’s music picks, their NYC event selections and more—all 100% Jonas approved [...]

Looking to hire a nanny?

Christy Purington — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:14:54 +0000

Then we’ve got you covered! Miss Rebecca Layton has got over 10 years of experience watching kids, as well as other credentials (she even worked in an art gallery). Among her merits: She’s well-educated, a seasoned dancer and has plenty of references who will back up her super-sitter claims. What she’s looking for: A fun [...]

Yellow fever: SpongeBob figure to debut at Madame Tussauds

Raven Snook — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 21:41:01 +0000

There’s a new star in wax town: On Wednesday, July 15, the Times Square Madame Tussauds will reveal its newest famous face: SpongeBob SquarePants. In honor of the tenth anniversary of the “absorbent and yellow and porous” one (and if that makes you feel old, just read this), the museum is unavailing a lifelike statue [...]

Kevin Jonas’s engagement ring pics!

Christy Purington — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:25:27 +0000

Okay, the dirt on the eldest J-Bro being engaged is old news at this point (after all, the story broke a whole 20 hours ago), but we can’t help but follow all the details. Photos of the bling that Kevin, 21 (!!!!) gave to his “longtime girlfriend” Danielle Deleasa, 22, have just been released. According [...]

Eat-Off! Elephants vs. Humans

Vanessa Friedman — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:46:06 +0000

Every year, Nathan’s Famous hosts its annual Fourth of July International Hot Dog-Eating Contest. But this year, New Yorkers are invited to embrace a new tradition: a cross-species eating competition! On Friday three large elephants, currently starring in Ringling Bros.’s Coney Island Boom-A-Ring, will go up against three brave humans in a six-minute hot-dog bun eating [...]

The Board of Ed is back

Raven Snook — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:18:49 +0000

By now I’m sure every NYC parent with a kid in public school is aware that, due to the snafu in Albany, the Board of Ed has been resurrected with Joel I. Klein as chancellor. But it sounds like it may not last for long: According to the NY Times, the board voted, 6-0, to [...]

July deals and discounts

Time Out Kids staff — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:12:20 +0000

We’re all trying to spend less these days, but that doesn’t mean we want to stop living well. The sweet deals below help you continue to amuse and clothe your family without breaking the bank. Kids eat free on weeknights at The Moxie Spot Brooklyn Heights haven The Moxie Spot is already a popular local destination [...]

RIP: Broadway’s Little Mermaid to close

Raven Snook — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:44:51 +0000

Attention parents with Ariel-obsessed daughters (or sons! No judgments here). The big-budget (and badly reviewed) Broadway musical The Little Mermaid will sail off into the sunset come August 30. I have to admit, while most critics lambasted the show, I saw it twice, and although it was no Lion King, both in terms of theatrical [...]

BOGO Jamba Juice!

Christy Purington — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:15:51 +0000

Yes more free summer eats! From now through Sunday July 12, buy one Jamba Juice and get the second one gratis. Our recommendations to beat the heat: Pomegranate Pick-Me-Up and Strawberry Surfrider. Bonus: Select Jamba locations are now offering meals, like the chipotle-lime chicken wrap or the Israeli couscous. Grab your coupon here; print a bunch [...]

Take it to the streets: The Police Athletic League sponsored Summer Streets

Patrisha Holly Zabrycki — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:12:17 +0000

The kids are already griping that they’re bored with the same old playground and sprinkler outings, and summer’s only just begun! Change up your routine and head to the streets for some retro fun in the sun. Beginning Monday, July 6, the Police Athletic League will open 110 safe-play sites throughout the five boroughs. The [...]