For those in the nabe with conventional children (not small, furry animals), Harlem mom Sarah has a great list of local goings-on. And at least one of those events encourages kids to dress up as small, furry animals. Amazing. Thanks Sarah!

Harlem 4 Kids is a Parent Run Co-op that is working to provide programs to young children in the neighborhood.

Their main program right now is "Storytime Saturdays" - which is hosted at Tribal Spears (117th & Frederick Douglass). There are two sessions every Saturday - one at 9:30am and one at 10:30am. The earlier session is a geared a bit more towards the under 2 crowd (and way less crowded). There is a $5 suggested donation.

They also have a pretty good listserv going- through it parents are putting together playgroups, babysitting co-ops, providing Doc recommendations and sharing and giving general advice.

There is also Grandma's Place Toy Store at 84 West 120th - which has provided much solace for me during rainy winter days. They entertained Sadie and let her roam around and play with all the toys. They are also working to start a Sunday Story Time hour - and are looking for parent volunteers.

Lastly - we spent Earth Day at the newly developed Glade (104th and CPW) - it's really nice and should have a lot of kids programs over the summer.