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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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Comic Book Heroes: Dad, Son with Autism, Create Series

The Adventures of Jake Jetpulse feature a superhero with autism, inspired by the illustrator’s son and his nightmares.

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Hersheypark 2022: New Jolly Rancher Rides Rise to Stardom

Two tasty new rides, including a rollercoaster, with Jolly Rancher themes debut at Hersheypark amusement park in 2022.

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Family-Friendly Baseball Options Aplenty In, Around NYC

If your looking for a family-friendly way to enjoy a ball game with the kids, we have got your guide to NYC-area baseball right here.

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Led and Jake Bradshaw Jake Jetpulse comic creators

Comic Book Heroes: Dad, Son with Autism, Create Series

June 16, 2022 by Guest Contributor

The Adventures of Jake Jetpulse feature a superhero with autism, inspired by the illustrator’s son and his nightmares.

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Mix'd Flavored by Jolly Rancher new ride at Hersheypark in 2022

Hersheypark 2022: New Jolly Rancher Rides Rise to Stardom

June 6, 2022 by Lance Somerfeld

Two tasty new rides, including a rollercoaster, with Jolly Rancher themes debut at Hersheypark amusement park in 2022.

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mets kid applauds Family-friendly NYC baseball

Family-Friendly Baseball Options Aplenty In, Around NYC

May 10, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

If your looking for a family-friendly way to enjoy a ball game with the kids, we have got your guide to NYC-area baseball right here.

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See ‘The Little Prince’ on Broadway with NYC Dads Discount

April 11, 2022 by Lance Somerfeld

NYC Dads Group reviews The Little Prince on Broadway and give you a chance to score discounted tickets to performances.

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February School Break Activities NYC Kids (and Parents) Will Love

February 14, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

“Midwinter recess” arrives soon in NYC. Here’s some of the best February school break activities to keep the kids entertained.

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‘Shimmering Solstice’ Will Make Your Families’ Holiday Spirit Shine

December 20, 2021 by Lance Somerfeld

Light up the night! Families seeking unique, safe, outdoor adventures this holiday season should venture over to Shimmering Solstice at […]

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Swimsuit Evolution – Less Material for Her, More Worry for Dad

June 22, 2022 by Tobin Walsh

As girls age, their swimsuit choices seem to shrink — at least the amount of fabric in them does. How is a modern dad supposed to react?

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Fourth of July Dad Jokes to Make Your Inde-Pun-Dence Day

June 21, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

Is there a better way to honor the Founding Fathers than by telling Fourth of July dad jokes? Probably. But just humor us.

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Love Language of Fathers Facebook Live event June 21, 2022 Ken Ginsburg, Matt Schneider, Jacques Louis Center for Parent and Teen Communication

‘Love Language of Fathers’ to be Focus of Talk on Teens 

June 15, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

Love Language of Fathers, a June 21 streaming event, will explore how modern dads express love and their roles of protector and provider.

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‘Men Flexing Work’ to Explore COVID Shifting Job, Family Priorities

June 13, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

“Men Flexing Work” is a June 16 “virtual town hall” about how fathers’ work-family priorities have changed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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First Thought about Child’s Misbehavior Should Assume the Best

June 8, 2022 by Vincent O'Keefe

Don’t instinctively chastise a child without the facts. A new book says your first thought should consider the child’s best intentions

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Fathers Eve 2022 Wants to Improve Communities, Include Families

June 6, 2022 by Kevin McKeever

Fathers Eve, the annual event for dads to celebrate each other with each other, is back in 2022 with new twist.

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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.

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Co-Organizers

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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.

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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.

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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.

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