March 17, 2008

Spring Forward

Spring Break Roundup

Maybe you were organized enough to have planned your spring getaway a year ago. And maybe pigs fly. We offer these suggestions so your reality doesn’t bite.

On the Road
Dante Beatrix’s colorful, comfy backpacks are perfect for storing snacks, games, and books during long car trips. Plus they come adorned with mod-looking animals like dinosaurs, bees, and pigs.

Just Beachy
Hit the sand in too-cute style with matching swimsuits for mom and daughter by Malia Mills (220 Columbus Ave.; 212-874-7200).

The Heat Is On
Cover up with rash guards by Shark Suit in vibrant tangerine, hot pink, and navy. Then strap baby into a pair of Havaianas Estampas sandals (Belly Dance Maternity, 548 Hudson; 212-645-3640).

And that’s how you keep it real.

HEAR
Snakes & Ladders: a Festival of New Irish Music
What: Celebrate St. Patrick with composer/multimedia artist Daniel Figgis and the work of contemporary Irish musicians.
Why: Get jiggy with it.
When: Mon., 12:30 p.m.
Where: The World Financial Center, in the Winter Garden, 220 Vesey St. (212-945-0505).

HUNT
Clifford’s Big Red Easter Egg Hunt
What: Gather eggs and listen to stories with Clifford the Big Red Dog.
Why: Hop to it.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., every hour, on the hour. (Last hunt at 6 p.m.)
Where: The Scholastic Store, 557 Broadway, b/t Prince & Spring Sts. (212-343-6187).

CELEBRATE
Annual Fifth Avenue Easter Parade
What: Break out the bonnets for a spectacular chapeau show.
Why: Cap it off.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Fifth Ave., b/t 49th & 57th Sts.