Stores
Playspaces and memberships
- House of Wonder - Scandinavian-inspired playcafe + events and classes for caregivers and babies; Clinton Hill
- Parkish - adorable playspace made with parents in mind, lots of lounge areas to unwind while the kids roam free; Williamsburg
- Space Club - the coolest playspace for kids and adults, so fun; Dumbo, Fort Greene, Greenpoint
- Play in NYC - this Google Maps guide maps out every playspace and kid-friendly activity across the city, an easy way to find something new near you wherever you are
- NYPL - not sure if anybody needs to hear this but you don’t need a library card to use the facilities or attend baby and kids classes (like story time or playtime) at any public library in the city. We live right across the library here in Queens and it has been a lifesaver
- Cocoon - a members-only family clubhouse blending play, classes, and community (inspired by Montessori and Reggio Emilia); Tribeca, Upper West Side
- Casa Primary - a private membership for families with kids from infancy through the early years (pick-up care available ages 3-10), pairing childcare with wellness services for parents; Tribeca
- Workplayce - coworking with on-site childcare (for ages 5 months-6 years); UWS
Movies
Nitehawk Cinema - their Adults with Infants series runs every Tuesday afternoon (Prospect Park location, babies 1 year & under) with full food and drink service, plus kid-friendly and all-ages screenings at both Prospect Park and Williamsburg locations for slightly older kids. Yes, it means that you can go watch a movie with your infant - how cool is that?
Alamo Drafthouse - Every Tuesday before 2pm is Baby Day: real grown-up movies in a baby-friendly environment, and lap children age 2 and under see the movie free.