Bringing NYC dads together
We’re a welcoming diverse community of engaged fathers from around the NYC Metro area (including Jersey City, Westchester and Long Island). We share parenting perspectives, knowledge and experiences through playgroups, social activities and workshops.
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NYC Blog
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane: Sweet Holiday Treat for Families
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane offers spectacular holiday light shows and sweet treats along with its signature thrill rides.
LuminoCity Festival: Pure Family Magic in Holiday Lights
The magical landscape of dazzling lanterns and holiday lights at the LuminoCity Festival in East Meadow, L.I., will enchant the family.
Hersheypark Halloween Dark Nights: Family Fun Guide, Tips
Dark Nights, the Hersheypark Halloween experience, is all new for 2022. We have the scoop on scares, thrills and how to have a sweet time.
‘Screens, Teens, Rattled Parents’ Focus of Sept. 13 Discussion
Harvard researchers at a ‘Screens, Teens & Rattled Parents’ lecture will explore the digital generation gap and a “reset” for adults.
National Blog
College Application Process Tips that Will Help Your Child Succeed
The college application process is increasingly complex. Some experts guide you through it and finding the perfect school for your kid.
Black History Month Children’s Books You, Your Kids Should Read
Black History Month, the perfect time to add to your kids’ knowledge about Black Americans through some great children’s books.
AI-Generated Art Biased Against Fathers of Color?
When he typed “fatherhood” into a bot to create AI-generated art, it spit out 40 images. Only one was of a Black father.
No Restrictions on Screen Time? Works for This Family
Do screen time restrictions on kids lead to obsession and addiction? That’s one reason this family doesn’t have them for their kids.
New Dad Boot Camp
Impending fatherhood freaking you out? Take one of our New Dad Boot Camp classes!
A certified coach teaches new dads and dads-to-be “child care basics,” including hands-on training in essential parenting duties (feeding, changing diapers, soothing, etc.), and facilitates discussion on how to be a supportive parenting partner from pregnancy through the first year.
| Date | Location | Sign Up |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 22, 2022 | Online | Register (via 92Y) |
Co-Organizers
Co-Organizer
Lance Somerfeld lives with his wife and two children in New York City. He is frequently asked to talk about modern fatherhood, work-life balance, shifting gender roles, and marketing to dads, appearing in or on many major local, national and international media outlets.
Co-Organizer
Matt Schneider lives with his wife and two sons in New York City. Matt works with companies, brands, and writers to break down the barriers standing in the way of men being the best dads they can be. He co-hosts The Modern Dads Podcast, a show featuring authors, journalists, and top parenting experts.
Co-Organizer
James Lopez is a technology entrepreneur and stay-at-home father of three boys. He helps organize our events in Staten Island. James blogs and hosts a podcast at Cool4Dads. His work has been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise, Tech Crunch, Fast Company, Blavity and more.