Hello, and thanks for taking the time to check out our Meetup group. We like to think there is something in here for every mom or dad in Astoria! None of your friends have kids of their own yet?  Attend some of our numerous meetups and make new friends for yourself in the neighborhood, and of course, new playmates for your little ones! Need a recommendation for a pediatrician or babysitter?  Check out our message boards. Work full time and can only meet on the weekend?  Many of us do too, so no …

After three very fun-filled and jam-packed years of running this group, the organizers have decided to close the group to new members. Thank you for your interest!

This group is for moms, dads and kiddos who want to meet other parents, babies and toddlers in the Midtown West neighborhood, including Hell's Kitchen, Clinton, the Garment District and beyond. Anyone with a baby or toddler that lives in the area is welcome to join us and get involved! We meet up in building playrooms, neighborhood parks, coffee spots and other venues, and also venture to other areas of the city for worthwhile child-friendly activities. All ages are welcome, as are parents who s …

Looking for breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother support? La Leche League (LLL) has over 50 years of experience helping mothers to breastfeed their babies. All breastfeeding mothers, mothers-to-be, and women interested in breastfeeding are welcome to attend our free drop-in meetings or to contact our Leaders for free breastfeeding information and support. Founded in 1956, LLL is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization. The mission of La Leche League International (LL …

Finally an Italian meet-up for kids and their parents! The Westchester Italian Playgroup is a community group that organizes itself by getting together to create a playful environment in Italian for its children. It aims to give young children the opportunity to learn and practice Italian while playing and having fun. Our meeting place is La Piazza di Carolina, an Italian preschool and play space in Crestwood, Yonkers. www.lapiazzadicarolina.com

Singing, dancing, puppets & eco-percussion for your tot & yoga for you in beautiful park meadows... Live accordion accompaniment. Original compositions & some old favourites from around the world. For tots aged 0 - 5 years “The Music Garden is a cornucopia of music, dance and delights for the senses. ” Loren, New York Dads group “Great location  The mothers & kids were fantastic. Madelina was fantastic. She made connections with each child and incorporated all ages & personalities. ” Jeanne, Ne …

We have been looking for Desi parents so we can create a like minded, supportive and fun community where we can meet other Desi parent in the area. The primary purpose of this group is to provide an opportunity for the kids to grow up with other desi kids. Desi parents looking to connect with other Desi parents in the area should definitely join. Please read our policies under the pages tab. http://www.meetup.com/South-Asian-Parents-Of-Westchester/about/

Almost 3 years has passed since my cutie pie was born and I started this wonderful new moms and dads group, to make friends who have babies too. I like to continue the group now that she is in preschool and invite all members to actively post events and outings for around town or bergen county. Babies, toddlers and kids are welcome at each outing. Events in the area will be posted by any and all the members. However, the main purpose of this group is that the members can casually plan a quick br …

No more dull Playdates! The Musical Playdate is a HAPPY and FUN music class that welcomes all children, from 3 months up to 5 years old, to the magnificent world of music. The Musical playdates weaves together an eclectic variety of traditional, folk, world and popular music with storytelling, dance, games and exposure to real musical instruments to create a unique fun musical experience for each child plus parent/caregiver. This class is led by one of our fantastic Guitar playing music teacher.

MOPS aims to encourage, equip and develop every Mom of a preschooler to realize her potential as a women, mother and leader in the name of Jesus Christ. Our vision is that every mother of preschooler is so impacted by her MOPS experience that she carries it with her for life, making her a better mom who creates a better world. Our MOPS group is a community that strives to meet the needs of every mom with children from birth through kindergarten. MOPS recognizes that urban, suburban, and rural …

This group is a chance for new parents (and new-again parents) and their little ones to get to know other parents and children in the neighborhood, share their experiences, and get out of the house!

We are a small group of open-minded parents who are choosing to raise our kids following attachment parenting principles like babywearing, co-sleeping, gentle discipline, etc. (You don't have to do all these things to be an attachment parent though!) Let's create a warm, wonderful support group here in Westchester where we can create a community of likeminded mamas and papas.

Come laugh, play, bond and burn some calories! Developed by a stay at home Mommy and her Toddler alongside a Personal Trainer and his toddlers, this class is the best of bonding and calorie burning! Get ready to work out, be silly and have fun with baby! Local Moms and their tots are invited to join a fun calorie burning exercise bootcamp intro class to be held outdoors at local area parks the week of May 1st. Each class is only $10 this week!! Please RSVP as space is limited!

If you've ever dreamed of making it through the finish line but don't know how to get started, this program is for you! This class is designed for the beginner to accomplish a 5K run (3.1 miles). You'll learn about running form, injury prevention, increasing speed and distance, and choosing the right shoe. Classes will meet for 8 weeks and will finish with a 5K Race (optional). We will meet one day per week and you will run 2 days per week on your own. Training starts Saturday March 16th in Gree …

This is a weekly gathering for new parents who live near the park.  Bring the little ones and let's enjoy the outdoors together!

I tell a collection of fun stories that teach chess to 3-10 year olds. Before now, chess education traditionally began at 8 or as early as 7. These simple stories teach kids how to play chess without them knowing they're learning. And they have fun! The Rules of chess are usually too abstract for 3 year olds to grasp, there are too many of them, and some of the rules are too complicated. These stories give reasons why these rules in chess exist, Kings don't move one square at a time, they move s …