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Macy's Announced Lineup and What's New for the 93rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Macy’s recently announced the official lineup of the 93rd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, including musical guests, performance groups, the participating marching bands, the character balloons, floats, clowns, and more. The parade will be held on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 28) from 9am-12pm, and will be aired on NBC with hosts Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker.
Nov 12, 2019
Where to Volunteer with Your Kids in the New York Metro Area
Lend a little hand in your community, and make it a family affair! We've put together a guide to some places around the New York Metro Area that need your help, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester County, Rockland County, Fairfield County, CT, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island. Volunteer opportunities are available for kids and adults alike - and remember, big or small, everyone has the power to make a difference!
Nov 12, 2019
The Bloomingdale's Flagship Holiday Exhibit is ‘Out of This World’
This year’s Bloomingdales “Out of This World” holiday campaign is inspired by the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and will feature holiday windows, themed gift shops, in-store experiences, and a performance from John Legend, who will gift shoppers with songs from an expanded version of his first Christmas album, A Legendary Christmas: The Deluxe Edition. “Out of This World” focus on conveying the excitement, romance, and imagination of space travel through iridescent holographic shopping bags, gift boxes, and a special catalog featuring the department store’s favorite items of the season.
Nov 12, 2019
Walt Whitman Shops Unveils New “Santa Set” for Families This Holiday Season
Walt Whitman Shops has revealed that a brand-new Santa Set display will be part of this year’s holiday festivities that will allow families to have all kinds of fun while visiting with Santa throughout the season. The ‘Illuminated Holidays’ Santa Set will feature more than 20,000 LED lightbulbs and a 16-foot-tall Christmas tree, and Santa at the center of all the action of course, to create a 360-degree experience. Santa will be at the mall ready for kids to share all their Christmas wishes from now till Dec. 24 in the Center Court during regular mall hours.
Nov 11, 2019
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The Benefits of Playing Ice Hockey
Whether your child is a hockey fan and wants to learn how to play ice hockey, or you’re just looking for a way to get your child moving and having fun, hockey is a sport that can be played and enjoyed for life. No matter what age your child is, it’s always a good time to learn to play ice hockey, and there are numerous benefits of learning and playing the team sport. We’re a little biased here at Northwell Health Ice Center, the official practice facility of the New York Islanders, but we think hockey is one of the greatest sports. It’s certainly the greatest game on ice!
Where to Volunteer with Your Kids in Manhattan
Lend a little hand in your community, and make it a family affair! We've put together a guide to some places around Manhattan that need your help, including nonprofit organizations, nursing homes, animal shelters, food pantries, and more.
Nov 12, 2019
Do You Need a Special Education Attorney?
You know when your child with special needs isn’t receiving the education that is right for him. Maybe he’s struggling in a class that’s not a good fit. Perhaps he’s not receiving the supports and services he’s entitled to outside of class. He might even be in the wrong school altogether. But going up against a school district and the New York State Department of Education to fight for your child can be a daunting task for any parent. That’s where special education attorneys come in. They can help you understand your child’s rights, fight for his free and appropriate education, reach an agreement with your school, or get him into a new one. In fact, a special education attorney can make all the difference.
Oct 29, 2019
Indoor and Outdoor Ice-Skating Rinks in the New York Area
Find indoor and outdoor ice-skating rinks in the New York area, including New York City, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, Bergen County, NJ, and Fairfield County, CT.
Oct 30, 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.
Nov 11, 2019
8 Ways to Make Sure Your Kids’ Teeth Are Healthy
There are so many aspects of your kids’ health to keep track of, from making sure they eat well to encouraging exercise–but dental hygiene is just as important to instill from a young age, because your child’s dental health can influence his overall health. You probably have a plan every time you introduce your kid to something new, and brushing her teeth and teaching a good oral care routine is no different. James Ratcliff, the chairman and CEO of Rowpar Pharmaceuticals, makers of CloSYS dental products, is here with eight tips for starting kids off right when it comes to oral care.
Nov 05, 2019
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How Orthodontics Contributes to Kids' Overall Health
Orthodontics is more than just braces and crooked teeth. It also covers myriad conditions dealing with the jaw, facial muscles, and airways. Proper treatment can alleviate ailments such as snoring, recessed jawlines, and even sleep apnea. Here’s why it’s important to see an orthodontist even before all the baby teeth are gone, what sort of treatments are available, and some valuable information on often-overlooked areas of orthodontia.
Jun 07, 2019
The Bloomingdale's Flagship Holiday Exhibit is ‘Out of This World’
This year’s Bloomingdales “Out of This World” holiday campaign is inspired by the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and will feature holiday windows, themed gift shops, in-store experiences, and a performance from John Legend, who will gift shoppers with songs from an expanded version of his first Christmas album, A Legendary Christmas: The Deluxe Edition. “Out of This World” focus on conveying the excitement, romance, and imagination of space travel through iridescent holographic shopping bags, gift boxes, and a special catalog featuring the department store’s favorite items of the season.
Nov 12, 2019
Walt Whitman Shops Unveils New “Santa Set” for Families This Holiday Season
Walt Whitman Shops has revealed that a brand-new Santa Set display will be part of this year’s holiday festivities that will allow families to have all kinds of fun while visiting with Santa throughout the season. The ‘Illuminated Holidays’ Santa Set will feature more than 20,000 LED lightbulbs and a 16-foot-tall Christmas tree, and Santa at the center of all the action of course, to create a 360-degree experience. Santa will be at the mall ready for kids to share all their Christmas wishes from now till Dec. 24 in the Center Court during regular mall hours.
Nov 11, 2019
Bowlero Bowling Alley Comes to Mineola
The AMF Sheridan Lanes bowling alley in Mineola has been transformed into Bowlero Mineola, Long Island's third Bowlero location, and will offer the ultimate entertainment experience for the whole family with unique bowling, an interactive arcade, and upscale food an beverages. Bowlero Mineola is ready to roll with signature blacklight lanes, laneside lounge seating, and huge hi-definition video walls that bring bowling to an new level. Boasting a retro-inspired design with unique details like vintage Edison light fixtures, a lounge area with a fireplace, and dramatic wall graphics throughout, Bowlero provides a striking departure from the traditional alley setting.
Nov 08, 2019
Head to Empire Outlets for Family Programming Throughout the Holiday Season
Empire Outlets in Staten Island, when fully complete, will contain 340,000 square feet of shopping paradise that includes designer outlet stores, restaurants and cafes, and relaxation spaces–and it will be the city’s first outlet destination. Empire is welcoming families in its inaugural holiday shopping season with a variety of programming that includes meet-and-greets with Santa, a pop-up holiday market, a lantern festival, a tree lighting ceremony, and Black Friday deals. Instead of traipsing out to Long Island or up to Westchester for your holiday gift deals, you can simply take the ferry and shop against a background of Manhattan views.
Nov 07, 2019
New STEAM-Focused Preschool Center Will Open in Corona in Fall 2021
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, Deputy Mayor Phil Thompson, and Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza recently announced that a new STEAM-focused, state-of-the-art, 306-seat Pre-K Center will open in Corona in the fall of 2021 in partnership with the New York Hall of Science. This partnership will allow students and parents access to resources at NYSCI, including specialized proessional learning and coaching for teachers, and opportunities for family and community engagement. This Pre-K Center will be the first of its kind in the city to focus on early childhood STEAM education while partnering with a cultural institution.
Nov 06, 2019
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The Best Foods for Brain Development
As parents, we all want our children to succeed in school and excel in academics, but did you know what they eat throughout the day can impact their performance? In fact, students who eat meals that are aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion) are better learners, receive higher test scores, earn higher academic grades, and have reduced instances of being absent from school, says Kim Doyle, senior director of nutrition and compliance at Revolution Foods, citing a 2018 study from the University of California, Berkeley.
Mar 21, 2019
Ice-Skating Rinks Near You!
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Influencers We Love: Danielle Guenther Photography
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