92nd Street Y is where inspiration lives and exploration begins—with a diverse range of classes and programs that let everyone pursue what they love. With innovative, top-notch programs, events and concerts, plus over 4,000 classes taught by today’s most talented professionals, 92Y has it all—for all ages and interests.
Events range from literary readings, concerts, lectures, single mixers, events, films, and many more.
From people who inspire a world of ideas to entertainers known the world over, find the best minds, brightest stars and most compelling issues at 92Y!
Where the written word comes to life, giving New Yorkers a literary forum unlike any other. Learn more about the Unterberg Poetry Center
Bringing together the country’s foremost thought leaders, educators and experts to exchange ideas and inspire action in the global community. 92Y is a hub for innovative discussion that informs, influences and drives our culture forward.
Music that puts you on the edge of your seat.
Celebrate dance through electrifying performances featuring today’s masters as well as emerging new talent.
Take your passion for the performing arts even further.
Where you’ll find the right Art class, program or event for every age, every level and every creative medium imaginable. Learn about the Art Center
A vibrant resource for both musicians and music lovers, with expert instruction and innovative performances by today’s masters. Learn about the School of Music
Where dancers of all ages can pursue their dreams, build their skills and nurture their passion. Learn about the Harkness Dance Center
Where writers can build skills, find their voice and revel in self-expression, from fiction to poetry to non-fiction to playwriting. Learn about the Unterberg Poetry Center
Our state-of-the-art complex is where New Yorkers find healthy inspiration. With our 25-yard lap pool, 100 weekly classes, plus expert training and services, we make fitness fun, flexible and fresh. Learn More About the May Center for Health Fitness & Sport
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One of the most widely acclaimed Jewish programs in the nation. You’ll find a wealth of programs designed to inform and inspire a meaningful connection to Jewish beliefs, teachings, traditions and celebrations. Learn more about the Bronfman Center for Jewish Life
A welcoming and well-rounded resource, providing Jewish education and shared family experiences that engage children of all ages.
92Y is a special place to celebrate Jewish holidays and days of remembrance.
Offering a broad range of services and outreach programs to facilitate personal development, and to help Jewish adults build community connections.
Where parents and children come to learn, explore, discover and celebrate through programs and shared experiences that embrace every age, and every life stage.
Expert: Dr. JoAnne Deak, widely-recognized educator and psychologist who works with children, adults, teachers and parents. Dr. Deak is also the author of Your Fantastic Elastic Brain and Raising Confident and Courageous Daughters (among others); and she is well known for demystifying complex issues of child development, learning, identity formation and brain research. To learn more about Dr. Deak, please visit here.
How do you instill confidence in your child? Sometimes, you need to step back and let your kids figure it out for themselves. Why getting away from you (for a little while) might be just thing your kids need. Expert: Dr. Michael Thompson is the author of the New York Times bestseller Raising Cain which was made into a PBS documentary, It's A Boy! Understanding Your Son's Development from Birth to Age 18 and Homesick And Happy (among others). Dr. Thompson has appeared on the Today Show, the Oprah Winfrey Show, ABC’s 20/20 and CBS’ 60 Minutes. Shortly after the Sandy Hook, CT tragedy, Dr. Thompson visited 92Y to talk about the need for better mental health services for adolescent boys. You can listen to his remarks here. To learn more about Dr. Thompson, please visit here.
Touch screens, iPads, apps, streaming video, Google, and unlimited amounts of information at our fingertips. How much is too much? Why is the screen so irresistible? Is childhood just one big commercial? Find out how are your children affected by all that screen time and the barrage of commercial messages aimed at them – and what you can do about it. Expert: Dr. Susan Linn is an instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and author of Consuming Kids: The Hostile Takeover of Childhood. Dr. Linn has written extensively about the effects of media and commercial marketing on children. Her articles have appeared in the Boston Globe, the Christian Science Monitor, the Los Angeles Times, and The Washington Post. Her commentaries can be heard on NPR's Marketplace. To learn more about Dr. Linn, please visit here.
12:35 - 1:10 pm How strong is the link between language skills and social development? How are words and language development critical to understanding the world around you? What are the red flags and warning signs that might signal language challenges? Expert: Lydia H. Soifer, Ph.D. is a language pathologist, assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and Director of the Soifer Center for Learning and Child Development. Shortly after the Sandy Hook, CT incident, Dr. Soifer visited 92Y to talk about language that parents can use with their children in times of unspeakable tragedy. You can listen to her remarks here.
Following the individual presentations, all five experts join editor-in-chief of Parents and American Baby magazines, Dana Points, for a roundtable discussion and Q&A. 1:10 - 1:35 pm
*Light and healthy snacks will be provided throughout the day
Be a part of an in-depth discussion and Q & A on Monday’s topics and connect with other parents at our intimate Breakfasts with the Experts. Seating limited.
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