Tag Archives: New York City

Au Pairs go Cruising!

statue More than 50 Au Pair in America au pairs from New Jersey recently enjoyed a sunset cruise on the Circle Line. The views from the boat towards the Manhattan skyline were fantastic and everyone got great photos of the “Big Apple” and Statue of Liberty. The cruise was a great way to appreciate the awesome architecture of New York while meeting other participants of the Au Pair in America program.

Au Pairs Visit Broadway!

resizeDespite the cold weather, more than 45 au pairs made the trip to New York yesterday to see the current production of Cinderella. The visit to see the show was one of the monthly cluster meeting activities organized by Community Counselors Anne Alix and her counterpart from Montclair Lois Whipple. The show was a magical rendition of the famous Rogers and Hammerstein production. All of the au pairs enjoyed themselves, and for many, it was there first time seeing live theater in the USA. Bravo Broadway!

Au Pairs Visit 9-11 Memorial in West Orange

Participants of the Au Pair in America Program in Essex County met recently at the 9-11 Memorial in West Orange. More than 60 women from around the world learned the history of the Eagle Rock Reservation and the 9-11 Memorial site. Additionally, the au pairs were place into teams and challenged to a NYC trivia quiz; the winning team had over 80% of the answers correct! It was fun and informative eveining set against the stunning backdrop of the New York City skyline!9-11 memorial