Mamas Expo

Saturday, May 5, 2012; 10 am – 5 pm

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NYSCI and the Mamas Network present the 2nd annual Mamas Expo. Ideal for all parents (and expecting parents) for kids ages 0 to 6. Featuring hands-on activities, product demonstrations, prenatal resources, workshops, product giveaways and more. Free with NYSCI admission. Save up to 19% when you purchase admission tickets by May 4.

 

Expo Schedule

 

11 am: Marionette Performances of Bessie’s Big Shot, 1st Floor

City Parks Foundation’s original PuppetMobile production, Bessie’s Big Shot, follows Bessie the cow’s dream of joining the circus. This variety show cheers Bessie on as she attempts the impossible and searches for her special talents.
 
11:45 am: Sing and Celebrate Class, Discovery Lab 4

Join Sing & Celebrate and explore the fundamentals of music through a wide range of lively activities. This program is sure to keep your little ones tapping and clapping. Come see just how much fun music can be!
 
12 pm: How to Get the Child you Want Without Becoming the Parent You Hate; Ask Dr. G

“If you could wave a magic wand at home, which behaviors would you change?” Parents each have a list, and Dr. G will ensure that each participant leaves with strategies to fix the most pressing issue facing each parent, as well as skills to handle whatever their kids will think of next! Babysitting provided.
 
12:45 pm: YMCA Class for Kids, Discovery Lab 4
 
1 pm: Marionette Performances of Bessie’s Big Shot, 1st Floor

1:30 pm: Preschool and Kindergarten Alternatives in NYC; an open discussion and forum

Join us in sitting down with experts, teachers, parents, and doctors to discuss what alternatives there are for children entering the school system and what may be right for their family. Babysitting provided.
 
1:45 pm: Sing and Celebrate Class, Discovery Lab 4

Join Sing and Celebrate and explore the fundamentals of music through a wide range of lively activities. This program is sure to keep your little ones tapping and clapping. Come see just how much fun music can be!
 
2:45 pm: Real Brave Audio, Discovery Lab 4

For beginners ages 5 and up. Participants and parents can get insight on how private lessons work, tips and invaluable information that you can only get from Real Brave! Limited seating available.
 
3 pm: Affordable Childcare in the Big City; The How and How Much of Childcare in NYC
When parents return to work, they may be faced with the demanding task of finding long-term childcare for their children. Chini Perera-Lunemann will discuss how to thoroughly find, screen and interview prospective nannies and caretakers. Babysitting provided.
 
3:45 pm: YMCA Class for Kids, Discovery Lab 4
 
4:45 pm: Real Brave Audio, Discovery Lab 4