Bryant Park’s Winter Village is a family classic, but Amazon is bringing a little winter wonderland to Union Square on July 25 with its Holiday in July event. The event will feature performances from several groups that kids will love, food and drink tastings, and most importantly, several Instagram-friendly spaces where you can showcase your Christmas in July spirit.

Jul 19, 2019

Two Bronx Students Awarded ESPN’s Inaugural Billie Jean King Award for Fighting Inequity in High School Sports

ESPN honored two Bronx high schoolers, Matt Diaz and Lisa Parks, with its inaugural Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award for their success in using sports to make a positive impact on their communities at the fifth annual Sports Humanitarian Awards (ESPYs) ceremony. Matt and Lisa garnered recognition for the way they drew attention to inequities in high school access to sports for Black and Latino youth through their work with Fair Play Coalition, which works so all kids can have access to all athletic courts and fields controlled by the Department of Education.

Jul 19, 2019

Target Adds Costumes that Accommodate Wheelchairs to Kids' Halloween Collection

While parents of children with disabilities often must think outside of the box to make functional Halloween costumes for their little ones, they will now have the option to buy them for their kids this fall. Target just made dressing up for Halloween an easier task for children with disabilities by unveiling a sneak peak of its Hyde and Eek! Boutique this week, a collection which will now offer Halloween costumes adapted for children in wheelchairs.

Jul 19, 2019

The Prenatal Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital Recognizes World Breastfeeding Week by Hosting Global “Big Latch On” Event

The Prenatal Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital is hosting a “Big Latch On” community event on Saturday, August 3, 2019 from 9:30-11:30am in support of World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7, 2019). The Prenatal Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital is located at 258 High Avenue in Nyack, N.Y.

Jul 18, 2019

Benefits of All-Inclusive Birthday Party Venues

It’s no big surprise that all-inclusive children’s birthday party venues are becoming popular with families. After all, kids’ birthday parties are very important occasions—not just for children, but for their parents too—and there’s only a once-a-year chance to make the celebration truly amazing. Here’s a look at some of the ways an all-inclusive birthday party venue can make a child feel special, and help parents relax and enjoy the big day.

Inclusive Activities and Events for Children with Special Needs in NYC

Children with special needs, disabilities, or sensory issues can face certain challenges when it comes to connecting with peers and making friends, especially when many are uncomfortable or unable to participate in all kid-friendly activities. Here, a list of kid-friendly venues in New York City and its boroughs, including museums and the public libraries, that dedicate time and space for children with special needs and all abilities to have fun, play, and most importantly, and interact and make friends with each other.

Apr 24, 2019

5 Ways to See Dinosaurs in New York City and Beyond

Indulge your kids' dinosaur obsession this summer with any of these fun outdoor activities taking place across the Tri-State area.

Apr 26, 2019

Awesome Family Events Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Looking to plan an awesome weekend packed with fun for the whole family? Whether you are planning a day trip in close to the New York metro area or are looking for kid-friendly fun that's close to home, we've got you covered! There’s a lot of kid-friendly family fun planned for this weekend right here in Nassau County. From concerts and performances to museum exhibits, shows, crafts activities, seasonal events, and parades, you'll find something to do that keeps the whole family having fun! Plan your weekend on Long Island with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly events happening in and around Nassau County, including family fun in and near Uniondale, Wantagh, East Meadow, Roslyn Harbor, Bellmore, Garden City, Mineola, Rockville Centre, Syosset, Westbury, Farmingdale, Hempstead, Plainview, Woodbury, and Jericho.

Jul 15, 2019

Advocates Say NYC's $8.8 Billion Plan to Address School Overcrowding Isn't Focused on the Right Fix

While the number of overcrowded schools in New York City has declined by 31 buildings since 2015, some 520,000 kids–roughly half of the city’s student population–attend schools that are oversaturated and ill-equipped to handle their student bodies. The worst overcrowding is happening in Brooklyn, Queens, and the central Bronx. Overall, there are 1.1 million students in 1,840 schools in 32 districts across the five boroughs. Some students are forced to learn in Transportable Classroom Units (TCUs), trailers placed outside main school buildings, in order to make sure there is enough space for everyone. The city has been trying to fix this problem for years.

Jul 18, 2019

The 2019-2020 NYC Public School Calendar Is Here

In any city, knowing when kids will have off from school is important. In New York, it’s crucial. The NYC Department of Education just released the 2019-2020 school calendar–which many local preschools follow, as well–so you can know when schools will be closed ahead of time and plan vacations, outings, appointments, and more ahead of time.

Apr 25, 2019

How to Hire a Great Nanny

This expert-approved advice makes it simple to find a great caregiver.

Oct 03, 2018

Amazon’s Holiday in July Is Coming Near Union Square Next Week

Jul 19, 2019

Two Bronx Students Awarded ESPN’s Inaugural Billie Jean King Award for Fighting Inequity in High School Sports

Jul 19, 2019

The Prenatal Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital Recognizes World Breastfeeding Week by Hosting Global “Big Latch On” Event

Jul 18, 2019

Teachers Get 15% Off at Target Nationwide Through July 20

It’s never too early to start back to school shopping, and if you happen to be a teacher, you’re in luck! Target is offering 15% off select items for teachers nationwide in an effort to get them stocked up for the upcoming school year as part of their annual Teacher Prep Event—and not just regular schoolteachers! The discount also applies to teachers who work in daycare centers, early childhood learning centers, and home schools. Target’s Senior Vice President and General Merchandise Manager of Apparel, Accessories, and Home Jill Sando said there was a “phenomenal response” during the sale last year and teachers ended up saving millions on classroom supplies.

Jul 18, 2019

Staten Island Teen With Asperger’s Gains Confidence from Competing in Miss New York USA Pageant

Kids with autism spectrum disorders who struggle with social anxiety have a new role model in the pageantry world: 19-year-old Alexandria Hodnik, who has Asperger’s syndrome and recently competed in the Miss New York USA pageant. In 2013, Asperger’s Sydrome was folded into the Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis, no longer being used as a standalone diagnosis. After years of struggling with communication skills, Hodnik started competing in beauty pageants to overcome her social anxiety, which helped her become more outgoing and serve as proof that a disability doesn’t have to hold anyone back.

Jul 17, 2019