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Things to Do with Kids in NYC this Weekend
Enjoy these fun things to do with your kids in New York City this weekend. Start planning your weeke...
Things to Do with Kids in Rockland County this Weekend
Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Rockland County. Start planning your weekend no...
Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend
Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids on Long Island. Start planning your weekend now. ...
Things to Do with Kids in Queens this Weekend
Enjoy these fun things to do this weekend with your kids in Queens. Start planning your weekend now ...
Things to Do with Kids in Brooklyn this Weekend
Enjoy these fun weekend things to do with your kids in Brooklyn. Start planning your weekend now wit...
Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this Weekend
Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Westchester. Start planning your weekend now. ...
Fundraisers and Volunteer Opportunities in Rockland County This Month
These are the fundraisers and volunteer opportunities in Rockland County where your family can give ...
Hudson River Park Debuts Pop-Up Mirage Shows
Hudson River Park announced its series of surprise pop-up music and dance performances for park go-e...
Professional Lice Removal Services in Brooklyn, Manhattan, & Queens
Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a lice re...
Professional Lice Removal Services on Long Island
Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a head li...
Professional Lice Removal Services in Westchester & Rockland County
Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a lice re...
Eric Adams Announces Blueprint for Child Care in NYC
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced on Tuesday a blueprint to provide more child-care opportunities for t...
Riverside Park Goats Return to Delight Kids and Families
The Riverside Park goats will return to resume their seasonal landscaping positions to help the park...
See a Family Movie at Regal Theaters for $2 This Summer
Go to the movies this summer with your family for just $2 with the Regal Summer Movie Express....
World Premiere of Sesame Street: The Musical to Debut in NYC
The world premiere of Sesame Street the Musical is set to bring sunny days, bright smiles and fun to...
Is Mother's Day a Bigger Deal Than Father's Day?
Our favorite dad blogger @DadandBuried has something to say about Father's Day that moms will surely...
Six Flags Great Adventure Announces Summer Event Lineup
Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ, has an exciting series of events lined up for families to ...
NYPL Celebrates Summer With Free Offerings For Families
The NYPL is giving away 500,000 books for free to kids, teens and families at all of its branch loca...
Governors Island Sheep Return to Delight Families and Do Some Landscaping
The fluffy flock will help control the island's invasive plant species—and look cute while doing it!...
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Holds Free Shows to Delight NYC Families
It's all happening under the big top as the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to New York City this su...
June Carnivals and Festivals in NYC, Long Island, Westchester & Rockland
Kick off your summer early with the kids at an exciting festival or carnival in or near NYC this mon...
Free Outdoor Film Series at Governors Island this Summer
Governors Island Arts and Film at Lincoln Center bring back their free outdoor film series that will...
11 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day with Your Family
From making patriotic-themed crafts to attending local Memorial Day parades, there are lots of ways ...
Special Olympics 2022 USA Games Torch Set to Pass Through Downtown Manhattan
The “Flame of Hope” will be escorted by 100 members of law enforcement and Special Olympics athletes...
OLMC Feast Returns in July to Carry the Giglio Tradition in Brooklyn
The annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast of the Giglio returns to Brooklyn, July 6-17, to delight f...
The Best Ice Cream Shops in Rockland County and Bergen County
There are many options for getting some great ice cream in Rockland and Bergen Counties, including p...
Entertainment Series Backyard at Hudson Yards Launches May 5
Families will enjoy weekly concerts, food, movie nights, kids programming and much more. ...
Cradle of Aviation to Unveil Sally Ride Sculpture
The Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City, will unveil a new sculpture that honors the late America...
NYC Libraries Take A Stand Against Book Banning
The New York Public Library will offer four commonly banned books to readers across the country. ...
Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day at Home with Your Kids
Browse this list of fun things kids can do at home for Earth Day, including puzzles, creating eco-co...
New 80,000-Square-Foot Rooftop Park Opens at Pier 57 for Families to Enjoy
The spacious rooftop park will be an outdoor screening spot for the Tribeca Film Festival this year....
Game on! Special Olympics New York Returns to Farmingdale this May
The Long Island region of Special Olympics New York returns after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID...
A Public Orchard Opens in NYC Featuring Rare Heritage Fruits
The orchard is an exhibit on Governors Island that involves art, science and history to save near-ex...
The Mitzvah Tank Parade Returns to NYC to Raise Awareness About Passover
The largest pre-Passover Mitzvah Tank Parade will return to New York City on Tuesday, April 12, 2022...
Awesome Activities in NYC to Enjoy with Your Kids During Spring Break
From new museum exhibits to boat rides, here's how you can enjoy a fun and action-packed spring brea...
Candytopia Is Returning to NYC: Here’s What Families Will Love
Candytopia is a real-life Candy Land in NYC! With 24,000 square feet and 17 different interactive ex...
Exciting Passover Activities and Events for Kids
Here are some fun activities and events for kids and families to celebrate Passover 2022....
Kids Will Love these Storytime Events in Rockland County and Nearby
Babies, toddlers and older kids will love this interactive and fun learning activity that includes s...
Easter Events in Rockland and Bergen for Families to Enjoy
Events are planned throughout the area, including egg hunts, brunches and photos with the Easter Bun...
Easter Events and Activities for Families to Enjoy in NYC and Nearby
Browse this list of Easter events and activities in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland County a...
Celebrate Earth Day With These Fun Kid-Friendly Activities and Events
Show your children the importance of caring for the planet with these Earth Day activities and NYC e...
NYC Mothers Unite to Help Ukraine
NYC Moms for A Cause will host An Evening for Ukraine at the Ukrainian Institute of America to benef...
A Day Trip to Woodstock Offers Fun for the Whole Family
Woodstock is a day trip that offers something for nature lovers, foodies and appreciators of art and...
Skateparks in Rockland and Bergen Counties for Kids to Enjoy
Kids who skateboard, bike or rollerblade will love these skateparks in Rockland and Bergen Counties....
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s First-Ever St. Patrick’s (Five) Day Festivities!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, the new observatory and immersive art installa...
NYC Summer Camps Are Better Than Ever – And Kids Are Ready
Attend the free New York Family Summer Camp Fairs to learn about the many camp programs offered in N...
Best Places to Go Hiking in Rockland and Bergen Counties
Browse our list of top places to hike with your family in Rockland County, NY, and Bergen County, NJ...
Family Fun at American Dream
There are many stores, activities and attractions at American Dream in NJ for families and kids to e...
The Best Spots for Birthday Parties in Rockland and Bergen
Here's where you can have a great party for your child in Rockland and Bergen....
CAMP + California Immersive and Fun Experience
Until the end of April, in partnership with Visit California, CAMP brings the West Coast to the East...
6 Ways to Celebrate and Learn Irish Culture
Browse our list of activities families can do in New York City to celebrate Irish Heritage Month in ...
Parents Call on MTA to Remove Open-Stroller Ban on NYC Buses
New York City parents are advocating to change the open-stroller ban on NYC buses....
SPONSORED CONTENT: The American Dream Daycation: Forgo the Flight and Spend A Fantasy Day at This Local Wonderland!
Forgo the flight and spend a fantasy day at this American Dream, just five miles from NYC in East Ru...
New York Hall of Science Reopens and Welcomes Back Kids and Families
Families can once again visit the New York Hall of Science, Flushing, when it officially reopens to ...
Governors Island Offers Free Arts Programming for Families to Enjoy this Spring
The annual Organizations in Residence program at Governors Island Returns starting May 1 for familie...
What To Do During Winter Break in Rockland County
From museums to ice skating to maple sugaring, there are tons of cool activities to explore in and a...
Best Indoor Spaces to Explore in Rockland County
Here are some popular Rockland County indoor spaces to have in your arsenal for school breaks, bad w...
Symphony Space Hosts Virtual Shows to Delight Kids and Families
Families are invited to two family-friendly shows that will be streamed live from the legendary Symp...
Friends Academy Lower School and New Forest Program
Friends Academy is a PreK-12 private school in Long Island that is based on the Quaker values of sim...
SPONSORED CONTENT: How to Choose a Progressive School
Vivvi's early learning model provides a new option for progressive education...
Top Midwinter Recess Activities in NYC For Kids and Families
Browse our list of exciting activities planned in NYC and nearby during this year's public school m...
This Is How Day Camps Are Keeping Kids Safe This Summer
Here’s what you need to know about how day camps can keep kids safe from COVID this summer....
Long Island Mom Leads a Team to Help Kids in Need
A Long Island mother will run the Miami Marathon to raise money for kids with life-long and life-thr...
NYC Lifeguard: A Summer Job for Teens
Being a NYC Parks lifeguard is a great summer job that builds important life-long skills for teens w...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nanuet, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do in Nanuet, NY with kids, from restaurants to outdoor recreation...
Pearl River: Things to Do with Kids for a Fun Family Day Out
Spend a day with your kids in Pearl River, where there are plenty of fun things to do for the whole ...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Stony Point, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do in Stony Point, NY with kids, from restaurants to outdoor recre...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in New City, NY for a Fun Day Out
Spend the day having fun with your family with all the family-friendly things to do in New City, Con...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nyack, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do with kids in Nyack, West Nyack, South Nyack, Upper Nyack, Pierm...
Bumper Cars on Ice at Bryant Park Thrills Kids and Families
Bryant Park Winter Village in Manhattan has bumper cars on ice for kids and families to enjoy. ...
Liberty Science Center's New Minecraft Exhibit will Delight Kids and Families
Minecraft: The Exhibition at Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, fosters creativity and fun in an i...
4 Reasons Why Parents Should Choose Buckley Country Day School
Buckley Country Day School is a private, coeducational day school, serving ages toddler through eigh...
NYMetroParents is Now Part of New York Family
NYMetroParents was acquired by Schneps Media and is now part of New York Family....
Top 9 Trampoline Parks in Rockland County and Nearby
Let your kids burn off some energy and get some great exercise at one of these trampoline parks in R...
The 21 Best Trampoline Parks in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester
Trampoline parks provide fun and exercise for kids and adults. Browse this list of the best trampoli...
When Are Free Museum Days in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island?
Visit these NYC museums, zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens with free admission or pay-what-you-...
New Eco-Playground Opens in Downtown Manhattan for Kids to Enjoy
The Battery Conservancy and NYC Parks recently opened the Battery Playscape, an eco-friendly playgro...
JWoww Opens Sensory Room at Barclays Center to Help Those with Sensory Needs
The Barclays Center in Brooklyn opened a sensory room to help people with sensory needs who attend i...
10 Fun Winter Break Activities for Kids in Rockland County
Here are the top ways to keep kids entertained and having fun during winter break in Rockland County...
10 Fun Winter Break Activities for Kids in NYC, Westchester, and Long Island
Here are the best winter break activities to do with kids in NYC, Westchester, and Long Island when ...
Meet David Banks, the New NYC Public Schools Chancellor
NYC mayor-elect has selected Eagle Academy president and CEO David Banks to be the next NYC public s...
The 17 Best Places to Go Snow Tubing Near NYC for Families
These snow tubing parks near NYC offer downhill thrills that are a little more exciting than the nei...
See Dazzling Floral Displays When the NYBG Orchid Show Returns in 2022
The NYBG Orchid Show will return in 2022, with an instillation by expert floral designer Jeff Leatha...
This is How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rockland County, NY with Kids
Looking for ideas to celebrate New Year's Eve in Rockland County, NY with your kids? These are the N...
Top New Year’s Eve Activities for Families in NYC, Long Island, & Westchester
Family-friendly New Year's Eve events in the NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Suffolk, Nassau counties...
How to Take Great Holiday Pictures at Home: 5 Tips from a Rockland Photographer
Joy Gillespie, a child and family photographer in Rockland County, shares 5 tips to take great holid...
These Are the 53 Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Parents
If you need some new ideas for your Scout Elf, we've got you covered. We asked for the best Elf on t...
What Is Open in NYC on Christmas Day?
Christmas day is a wonderful time to explore the attractions of the New York City area. Here's what ...
New Virtual Reality Experience is Now Open at Garden State Plaza
Dreamscape, in partnership with AMC Theaters, has expanded to the East Coast, bringing its immersive...
Iconic Toys R Us to Open Megastore in American Dream this Month
Iconic toy store, Toys R Us, makes a comeback this holiday season at the American Dream mall in East...
New NYPL Teen Center: A Safe, Inclusive Space for Young Adults
The NYPL teen center recently opened in Midtown Manhattan. It offers fun and educational activities ...
The Top 26 Places to See Dazzling Christmas Lights in NYC, Westchester, & Long Island
New York Christmas lights are on full display in our area. Here's where to see the best Christmas li...
Lower Hudson Valley Christmas Lights: 17 Places to See Dazzling Holiday Light Displays
Take your kids to see the best Hudson Valley Christmas lights, including Christmas lights in Rocklan...
Governors Island's New Winter Village Brings Holiday Fun to Families
he first-ever Governors Island Winter Village is set to open on Dec. 17 with an ice rink, festive li...
Student Struggling in School: 8 Simple Things You Can Do at Home to Help
Experts share how parents can help if their student is struggling in school, whether it’s in a certa...
Times Square Ball Drop 2022 Welcomes In-Person Spectators This New Year’s Eve
The traditional New Year's Eve Times Square Ball Drop 2022 is welcoming spectators to view the ball ...
Carolyn’s Elves Helps Local Residents in Need with Charitable Events Throughout the Year
Carolyn's Elves and Orangeburg Volunteer Fire Department host various events year-round to help thos...
The École Expands its Scholarship Program to Reach More Students in NYC
The École school in the Flatiron District is expanding its scholarship program to offer its French-A...
Everything You Need to Know About Online Tutoring for Kids
This is what you need to know about online tutoring for kids, from trends in online tutoring—includi...
