When Keybo Carrillo was asked by his eighth-grade teacher a decade ago in Pennsylvania whether he was smart or not, he had lost faith in the educational system. This was before he took a chance on Pathways to Graduation, a city program that prepares adults for the high school equivalency exam, known as the Test Assessing Secondary Completion or TASCTM. Last week, Carrillo and 2,000 other students from the five boroughs graduated from the program at United Palace in Washington Heights.

Jun 26, 2019

Rare “Corpse Flower” Is Ready to Bloom at The New York Botanical Garden Any Day Now

The New York Botanical Garden is home to a rare flower with a surprisingly pungent odor–the “corpse flower,” otherwise known as one of the largest and most putrid-smelling flowers in the world. The plant is also finicky–its bloom cycle occurs over a brief 24-to-36-hour peak bloom, which should happen within the next few weeks. The flower is said to smell like rotting meat. Looking for something a little different to do with the kids as June turns into July? This might be it.

Jun 26, 2019

Park Shore Country Day Camp Will Host Dance Extravaganza for Rachel's Dance for a Cure Foundation

Rachel's Dance for a Cure Foundation will host its first annual Dance Extravaganza on July 27 at Park Shore Country Day Camp. The event will honor the memory of Rachel Antorino, who passed away in August 2018 after battling AML Leukemia for 20 months. Her mom, family, and friends started Rachel's Dance for a Cure Foundation to celebrate Rachel's love of dance, and Park Shore Day Camp, where Rachel had spent summers since she was a little girl, offered to host the first annual Dance Extravaganza.

Jun 26, 2019

3 New Rides Are Coming to Jenkinson’s Boardwalk This Summer

Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach is full of attractions, rides, food, and fun for the whole family–with rollercoasters and thrill rides as some of the biggest draws of the experience. The Flitzer Roller Coaster was one of the most popular coasters in the amusement park area of the boardwalk, but escalating labor, maintenance, and upkeep costs moved Jenkinson’s to shut that coaster down and replace it with three new rides that offer something for everyone in the family.

Jun 25, 2019

The 411 On Treating Kids' Fevers

Who applies a damp cloth to the forehead during a fever? You? Your mom? Whenever I was sick with a fever growing up I always felt like I was undertreated by my parents because they never put a cool, damp washcloth on my forehead. This was unbelievable to me at the time. And they wouldn’t let me bundle up in a really warm blanket when I had the chills. They just gave me fever-reducing medicine and had me take a lukewarm bath without much fuss. I was occasionally offered a 7UP.

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.

Jun 24, 2019

NYMetroParents 2019 Cover Kids Contest Finalists Announced

NYMetroParents is proud to announce the 10 finalists for the 2019 Cover Kids Contest, who will be photographed (decked out in clothing from Macy’s Backstage) at Sarah Merians Photography & Video Company in Midtown Manhattan later this month. More than 1,000 entries were submitted for the Cover Kids Contest by parents from all over the New York metro area for the chance to be featured on our magazine covers.

Jun 21, 2019

The Ultimate, Must-Read Camp Guide for Every Family

In an effort to help you plan your child’s best summer ever, we’re proud to present The Camp Planner—the best resource for parents who are figuring out their kids’ summer camp plans in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, and Bergen County, NJ! And if your child is already registered for camp, there's plenty of advice for all families, regardless of how many summers your child has already spent at camp. After all, summer camp—whether day camp, sleepaway camp, or a specialty camp—is a quintessential childhood experience, and we're here to help ensure it's the best experience ever!

Apr 15, 2019

Household Items That Commonly Cause Burns

Though you may not realize it, there are a handful of everyday items in the home that can cause burns, from superficial burns to severe burns. PM Pediatrics breaks down what you can do in your home to prevent those burns, how to treat them initially, and when you need to see the doctor to receive further care for burns.

Oct 04, 2018

Pathways to Graduation Helps Students Find Alternative Ways of Graduating in NYC

Jun 26, 2019

Rare “Corpse Flower” Is Ready to Bloom at The New York Botanical Garden Any Day Now

Jun 26, 2019

Park Shore Country Day Camp Will Host Dance Extravaganza for Rachel's Dance for a Cure Foundation

Jun 26, 2019

Montefiore Nyack Hospital Hosts Community Forum on the Hospital’s Care Transformation Project

Representatives from Montefiore Nyack Hospital will be hosting a public informational meeting about the Hospital’s Care Transformation Project on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Nyack Village Hall at 9 North Broadway in Nyack. The meeting begins at 6:00 pm and will include an update on the project as well as a question and answer session. The Hospital’s Care Transformation Project includes the construction of a two-story addition which will double the size of the existing Emergency Department and add additional program space on a second floor. The construction will also incorporate the renovation and reconfiguration of existing space which includes the current Emergency Department, hospital lobby and adjacent corridors. Construction is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2020.

Jun 25, 2019

MakerState Offers New Robotics Software For STEM Summer Camp

MakerState, a STEM-focused enrichment center for children ages 6-14, is incorporating new software for learning the basics of robotics, graphic design, game design, and engineering. Younger campers will use the robotics kits WeDo and older campers will use Mindstorms, both of which allow campers to build robots with Legos. Age groups are 6-10 and 10-14.

Jun 24, 2019

The Benefits of STEAM Summer Camps

If your school-age child is excited to learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math topics, you may want to consider enrolling him in a STEAM-focused summer camp to boost his 21st-century skill learning year-round. After all, our kids’ future education and jobs are going to be very different from anything we experienced as kids and young adults, says Bob Budah, owner of Park Shore Country Day Camp in Dix Hills, which offers Extreme STEAM Science Kids, a STEAM-based summer program for campers that’s led by a science teacher with a master’s degree in educational technology.

Mar 25, 2019

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