November 2011
NYC Family Portrait: The So-Kinneys
Family Life
The Tudor City family chats about their favorite NYC outings, Thanksgiving plans and living by the United Nations.

Interview: Emily Mortimer
Arts + Entertainment
British actress and mom of two Emily Mortimer chats about her new movie Hugo, working with Martin Scorsese and becoming a bona fide Brooklynite.

The DiMenna Children’s History Museum opens at the New-York Historical Society
Museums & Sights
Kids can learn all about New York's history at the new DiMenna Children’s History Museum.

Musical brunch spots for NYC families
Eating + Shopping
Enjoy eggs, pancakes and musical numbers at these city brunch spots.

Best of New York for families
Things to Do
NYC is full of cultural options—some would argue too full—which is exactly why we've filtered out the city's best museums, bookstores, playgrounds, theaters, music and more so your family can stop choosing, and start enjoying!

Honey & Hazel Kids
Eating + Shopping
Find an array of locally-designed gifts for tots at this new Williamsburg store.

TaROO Too!
Eating + Shopping
Find an impressive array of duds for boys and girls at the children's counterpart to TaROO.
Kid confidential: Trajan, 3, West Village
Family Life
This little Manhattanite is a big fan of playing with trucks and going to the zoo.

Kid-friendly restaurants for families on an field trip
Eating + Shopping
Conveniently located restaurants near some of the city’s most popular kid destinations. By Alia Akkam

Four things for families to do at the New York Chocolate Show
Things to Do
Cocoa comes in all shapes, sizes and flavors at the New York Chocolate Show.


Five ways to teach your kids about history in NYC
Things to Do
From viewing antique toys at the Museum of the City of New York to reading personal stories by immigrants at Ellis Island, there are tons of ways to get your kids interested in their city's history.

90-Second Newbery Film Festival
Arts + Entertainment
Award-winning children’s books get the film treatment at the NYPL.

Interview: Antonio Banderas
Arts + Entertainment
The dad and actor talks about about his role in Puss in Boots, his humorous side and dating rules for his teenage daughter.

Interview: Salma Hayek
Arts + Entertainment
Time Out Kids spoke to the mom and leading lady about her new movie Puss in Boots, her daughter’s brutal honesty and her family’s favorite city haunts.

Interview: Jason Segel
Arts + Entertainment
We chatted with Muppets star Jason Segel about continuing Jim Henson's legacy and why parents will enjoy watching The Muppets every bit as much as their kids.

Five NYC museum family days in November
Museums & Sights
Exhibits aren't the only thing to enjoy with your brood at these NYC museums.

Eight things to do at CMOM's “EatSleepPlay" Exhibit
Museums & Sights
Kids can learn new ways to kick-start a healthy lifestyle at the Children's Museum of Manhattan's newest exhibit.

“Beyond Planet Earth: The Future of Space Exploration” opens at AMNH
Museums & Sights
Little astronauts can explore the future of space travel in the American Museum of Natural History's new exhibit.
- Critics' pick

Video Game: Nickelodeon Dance
Staying In
Dance along with Dora, Diego and more of your child's favorite Nick Jr. characters in this fun-loving video game.

Cars 2 DVD Collector Set
Staying In
Explore the world of Cars 2 with special features like a behind-the-scenes look at the film and a brand-new animated short
Clue
Staying In
The classic mystery game comes to TV in a five-episode series with all the locations and characters as the original adventure.

Storybook App Series: JibJab Jr. Books
Staying In
The creators of JibJab debut a customizable storybook app series for kids

Pixie Hollow Games
Staying In
Brenda Song, Jason Dolley and Tiffany Thornton voice fairies and sporrow men in a new Disney Channel animated series

Five things to do at Alley Pond
Things to Do
Go on a nature hike or take an artsy weekend class at the Alley Pond Environmental Center.

Day trips: Five children’s museums near NYC
Things to Do
Escape the city at a nearby children’s museum.

Fifth Annual Quidditch World Cup
Things to Do
Hop a broomstick and play the famed Harry Potter wizarding sport on November 12.

Six ways to volunteer with NYC kids
Things to Do
Whether it's fulfilling a child's wish or visiting a senior citizen, help your kid give to back to their community by participating in one of these volunteer programs.
Thanksgiving Day Parade family guide
Things to Do
Brave the Turkey Day parade using our helpful guide of do's and don'ts.
