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Long Island's Amusement Park Since 1962   Adventureland is centrally located in the heart of Long Island. specializing in birthday parties and catering to groups of all sizes and ages, from roller coasters and ferris wheels to kiddie rides and big kids rides to water rides and so many outdoor games, Adventureland has all the fun to keep everyone happy all day long!!! If relaxation is what you are looking for --- how about our brand new state of the art air conditioned arcade: Guitar Hero - Deal or No Deal - Big Bass Fishing - Skee Balls - tickets - tickets - and more tickets means prizes - prizes and more prizes. Adventureland also has what you are looking for when it comes to eating time --- your staples of pizza - hot dogs - hamburgers - wraps - salads and soups in our large air conditioned sit down fast food style restaurant. How about some fried chicken - mozzarella sticks and cheese fries and Pablo's Fry-licious food court. Don't forget to finish the day with one of our many choices of hard and soft ice creams along with hundreds of items in the Bavarian Village Gift / Sweet Shoppe. (less) ... (more)

Coed Summer Day Camp   Chelsea Piers, Manhattan's premier destination for youth sports, is home to 16 specialty sports camps for children and teens, ages 3 to 17 years. For the past 14 summers, campers have enjoyed world-class facilities, expert instructors, and the most exciting sports curriculum available, without leaving NYC! Campers also enjoy several special activities including Harbor Cruises aboard a U.S. Coast Guard-certified vessel and appearances by professional athletes, World and Olympic competitors. Programs include Golf, Performance Golf, Gymnastics, Sports Academy (multi-sport camp), Elite Soccer Academy, Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, Acceleration Hockey, Preschool Ice Skating, Preschool Gymnastics, Bowling, Urban Adventure for Teens (including Kayaking/Sailing, Rock Climbing, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Ice Skating), and sport-specific training camps at BlueStreak, including Basketball, Football, and Volleyball. Lunch is provided for all campers. Transportation and an After Care Program are available. (less) ... (more)

   Welcome to Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park in the heart of Coney Island! Our rides and attractions have for years thrilled children of all ages! Located right on the Boardwalk at Denos Vourderis Place (West 12th Street), the family owned and operated park features 22 rides, two arcades, games, live entertainment, music and historical exhibits by the Coney Island History Project The world-famous Wonder Wheel is the centerpiece of the park as well as an officially-designated New York City Landmark. This amazing attraction includes 16 swinging passenger cars and 8 stationary cars that give riders a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, the Jersey Shore & the NYC Skyline. Built in 1920 by the Eccentric Ferris Wheel Company using 100% Bethlehem Steel forged right on the premises. The 18 co-owners worked as construction men to insure quality throughout the building process, and as a result, the Wonder Wheel has maintained a perfect safety record for its entire history. (less) ... (more)

Custom Created Tours of New York City   Show your kids New York City the best possible way--with a privately-escorted, custom-created sightseeing tour! It will be an unforgettable family-friendly experience! We'll make your kids (and you!) really happy! Places your fun tour guide can take you: where "Enchanted" and "Elf" were filmed, the Staten Island Ferry (for an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty), a toy store with a 60-foot Ferris wheel INSIDE, a museum with a ginormous dinosaur skeleton, the Empire State Building, Dylans Candy Bar...and SO much more! Hotel pick-up/drop-off no extra charge. Tours conducted in SUVs or Mercedes Sprinter vans. And, dont forget: its all custom. We show you what YOU want to see! (less) ... (more)

Nassau Coliseum, May 19, 2012   BRING YOUR PET to the New York Pet Expo and meet Shorty Rossi, star of "Pit Boss" on Animal Planet! This event takes place Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 10AM to 6PM, INDOORS at Nassau Coliseum with FREE admission! You're welcome to BRING YOUR DOG or your bird or even your lizard -- just make sure that you have proof of current age-appropriate immunizations (if applicable) and that your canine companion is on a non-retractable lead. Check out a special appearance by SHORTY ROSSI (and his pit bull, Hercules), star of 'PIT BOSS' on Animal Planet, 125 + PET-FRIENDLY EXHIBITORS and RESCUE GROUPS, see live demonstrations in AGILITY, OBEDIENCE TRAINING, PET CARE & ACTIVISM, great giveaways and PRIZES, amazing DISCOUNTS on your favorite pet products, talent contest and COSTUME CONTEST, fabulous RETAILERS and much more FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! And if you're looking to add a new pet to your family, a MEGA-ADOPTION event sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospitals will have more than 300 pets available for adoption. Plus we will be offering LOW-COST IMMUNIZATIONS and MICROCHIPPING for the furry friends that need them! If you're a pet owner -- or want to be one -- you'll find everything you need under one roof, so that you can PLAY, SHOP, LEARN OR ADOPT in AIR-CONDITIONED COMFORT. For more information, visit us at NewYorkPetExpo.com or join us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/newyorkpetexpo), shoot us an email at expo@newyorkpetexpo.com or give us a call at 800-977-3609. View our website for directions, vaccination pricing, exhibitor list, entertainment schedules and more. Admission is FREE. See you there! (less) ... (more)

Indoor Play Area   The Children's Safari is an interactive indoor playground for children offering drop-off childcare, birthday party rentals,school closing & summer day camps and monthly events. Our 8000+ square foot facility contains three private party rooms, arcade games, two play areas, sand pit and a multi-level climbing unit comprised of slides, tunnels, and a miniature built-in rock climbing wall. If that's not enough visit our stuffing area where you can make a safari friend. (less) ... (more)

Family Art - murals, collage, woodworking and clay!   Discovery has something new up its sleeve! Actually several things for our young ones, for boys and girls, kids and tweens, athletes and artists, and for families.

Connecting People to Wild Nature   The Bronx Zoo's world-class exhibits such as Congo Gorilla Forest, the Wild Asia Monorail, Tiger Mountain, and our newest exhibit, Madagascar!, get you eye-to-eye with massive crocodiles, majestic tigers, and inquisitive gorillas. Be sure to check the daily schedule of feedings and enrichment demonstrations happening at exhibits throughout the park. Then, customize your trip with our interactive trip planner! Note: The park is open throughout the year, but some of our outdoor exhibits are closed in the cooler months. (less) ... (more)

   Just off the Coney Island boardwalk in Brooklyn, the New York Aquarium's 14 acres are packed to the gills with the incredible diversity of the world's oceans. Whether you want to socialize with sea stars at our Touch Pool, visit the strange universe of Alien Stingers, or cheer on our California sea lions during their Aquatheater training demonstrations, your aquatic adventure awaits. (less) ... (more)

   The Queens Zoo's 11 acres are situated inside Flushing Meadows Park and feature some of the more exotic native species of the Americas. Wander along its wooded trails to visit pumas, parrots, Andean bears, and bison. Visit the aviary for a bird's-eye-view of wildlife and wilderness, and enjoy daily sea lion feedings at the pool.

Family Art - murals, collage, woodworking and clay!   Discovery has something new up its sleeve! Actually several things for our young ones, for boys and girls, kids and tweens, athletes and artists, and for families.

Coed Summer Day Camp   Chelsea Piers, Manhattan's premier destination for youth sports, is home to 16 specialty sports camps for children and teens, ages 3 to 17 years. For the past 14 summers, campers have enjoyed world-class facilities, expert instructors, and the most exciting sports curriculum available, without leaving NYC! Campers also enjoy several special activities including Harbor Cruises aboard a U.S. Coast Guard-certified vessel and appearances by professional athletes, World and Olympic competitors. Programs include Golf, Performance Golf, Gymnastics, Sports Academy (multi-sport camp), Elite Soccer Academy, Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, Acceleration Hockey, Preschool Ice Skating, Preschool Gymnastics, Bowling, Urban Adventure for Teens (including Kayaking/Sailing, Rock Climbing, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Ice Skating), and sport-specific training camps at BlueStreak, including Basketball, Football, and Volleyball. Lunch is provided for all campers. Transportation and an After Care Program are available. (less) ... (more)

Family Art - murals, collage, woodworking and clay!   Discovery has something new up its sleeve! Actually several things for our young ones, for boys and girls, kids and tweens, athletes and artists, and for families.

   FasTracKids is a revolutionary concept in early childhood educational enrichment that encourages creativity and brain development for children ages 6 months to 6 years*. In addition, our program focuses on the application and transfer of knowledge, developing speaking and communication skills and promoting leadership and personality development.. Through our FasTracKids Enrichment Centers, we offer four programs designed to support and enhance your child's natural development: -FasTracKids - our signature program is a 96-week course designed to enrich the knowledge of children ages 3-6 years*. To learn more about our exciting FasTracKids curriculum click here. -FasTrack Tots - An age-appropriate version of FasTracKids designed for children ages 2-3 years*. -FasTrack Music - An award-winning program combining a carefully planned curriculum with group activities to foster self-esteem and develop social skills for children ages 2-4 years. -FasTrack Signing - takes advantage of a hearing child's natural movements, develops communication skills well before they can verbalize their needs for children ages 6 months - 2 years. (less) ... (more)

   At Gymboree Play & Music, you and your child will build creativity, confidence and lifelong friendships. Gymboree programs are specially designed to help young children learn and develop as they play.

If You Can Dream, You Can Draw...   KidzArt - Capital Region was voted #1 summer camp by Capital Region Families in an independent survey! Come see why we make the grade. Two week long themed art camps!!! Visit our website for more details.

Before and After School Program   The KinderCare Difference is our commitment to your child's future. With our experienced staff and innovative programs unlike any other, we provide your child with an unsurpassed learning experience. Your child will discover that learning is fun, while making new friends and building strong relationships with teachers who partner with you in your child's education. (less) ... (more)

escape. explore. experience.   Welcome to New York's award-winning state park system with 169 state parks, 35 historic sites, thousands of campsites, beaches, golf courses...

Family Friendly Boat Tours of Manhattan   Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call home. Our classic yachts - the Schooner Adirondack & Adirondack III and the Schooner America 2.0 (our sailboats), and the Luxury Yacht Manhattan (our motorized yacht) are reminiscent of the classic boats that cruised New York Harbor a hundred years ago. (less) ... (more)

Let's Get Creative!   Kelly Kits are all inclusive art curriculum kits designed for children 18 months to 10 yrs old. They are art-play experiences in painting, drawing, sculpting, print-making, and collage. Kelly Kits strengthen fine motor skills, develop pre-writing skills, focus on the experience - not the "result", develop language, color recognition, math concepts, provide a unique bonding experience for caregiver and child, build confidence and self-esteem, encourage creative "color-outside-of-the-lines" thinking, cause & effect logic, and educate parents about how children learn through explorative play with an emphasis that there is no "right way" to do something. "Make yours like mine" is highly discouraged. Most of all Kelly Kits are fun! Kelly Kits encourage art play using a wide variety of creative tools & materials beyond what coloring books can offer. The Original Kelly Kit comes complete with one set of five unique activities that cover the five art disciplines: painting, drawing, sculpting, printmaking, & collage. Each kit contains all of the tools & materials needed for the activities, the user just needs access to a kitchen! To increase functionality for homeschooling parents, each activity includes an instruction card with an enrichment idea to adapt the art activity to a school lesson. Kelly Kits are designed to encourage creativity & teach! (less) ... (more)

Full Service, Year-Round Guide Company   Vail Valley's only full service, year-round outdoor adventure company. Offering whitewater rafting, Jeep Tours, ATV tours and rentals, mountain bike tours, guided fishing trips, and hiking tours in the summer, Nova Guides has over 25 years of guiding experience. When the snow falls, be sure to check out a guided snowmobile tour, unguided rental, or a scenic snowcat tour on the largest commercial snowmobile trail system in the area. Providing complimentary transportation from your hotel in Vail or Beaver Creek, Nova Guides is sure to provide a memorable experience and a true taste of the Colorado backcountry. If you're looking for a weekend getaway, look into the Pando Cabins operated by Nova Guides. Only 15 miles from Vail or Beaver Creek, they're isolated enough to get away but have all of the luxuries so you're not exactly roughing it. (less) ... (more)