The holidays are just around the corner, and after your pick out your tree, attend a lighting, and meet Santa, there's still so much left to do! From attending a holiday concert, to making wintery crafts, to meeting Santa (again) and his reindeer, we've rounded up the best Christmas activities for the whole family in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk counties, and Westchester and Rockland counties. So sit back, grab some hot chocolate, and find the best holiday celebration for you here.

Dec 06, 2019

Professional Lice Removal Services in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens

Whether your child is starting camp, coming home from camp, or getting ready to start school, you'll want to get her checked for head lice—even if you don’t think your child is showing symptoms of having head lice. The biggest sign that your child might have head lice is if he’s itching his head a lot (that itching is an allergic reaction to the lice’s saliva). When you’re ready to get your child checked for head lice, visit a head lice removal specialist in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens. Professionals are able to diagnose head lice and use specific techniques to rid your child of the bugs. (Trying to remove head lice at home is a very tedious process and may not be 100-percent effective at removing bugs, nits, and eggs.) These NYC head lice specialists can advise you on what cleaning measures to take at home, but the most important thing to remember is to reassure your child that she’s not dirty. In fact, head lice love clean hair! So if you’re worried about lice, visit a lice removal specialist in Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Queens.

Dec 05, 2019

Professional Lice Removal Services on Long Island

Whether your child is starting camp, coming home from camp, or getting ready to start school, you'll want to get her checked for head lice—even if you don’t think your child is showing symptoms of having head lice. The biggest sign that your child might have head lice is if he’s itching his head a lot (that itching is an allergic reaction to the lice’s saliva). When you’re ready to get your child checked for head lice, visit a head lice removal specialist on Long Island. Professionals are able to diagnose head lice and use specific techniques to rid your child of the bugs. (Trying to remove head lice at home is a very tedious process and may not be 100-percent effective at removing bugs, nits, and eggs.) These head lice specialists can advise you on what cleaning measures to take at home, but the most important thing to remember is to reassure your child that she’s not dirty. In fact, head lice love clean hair! So if you’re worried about lice, visit a lice removal specialist in Nassau or Suffolk counties.

Dec 05, 2019

Professional Lice Removal Services in Westchester County, Rockland County, and Bergen County

Whether your child is starting camp, coming home from camp, or getting ready to start school, you'll want to get her checked for head lice—even if you don’t think your child is showing symptoms of having head lice. The biggest sign that your child might have head lice is if he’s itching his head a lot (that itching is an allergic reaction to the lice’s saliva). When you’re ready to get your child checked for head lice, visit a head lice removal specialist in Westchester, Rockland, or Bergen counties. Professionals are able to diagnose head lice and use specific techniques to rid your child of the bugs. (Trying to remove head lice at home is a very tedious process and may not be 100-percent effective at removing bugs, nits, and eggs.) These head lice specialists can advise you on what cleaning measures to take at home, but the most important thing to remember is to reassure your child that she’s not dirty. In fact, head lice love clean hair! So if you’re worried about lice, visit a lice removal specialist in Rockland County, Westchester County, or Bergen County, NJ.

Dec 05, 2019

How a Traditional Summer Camp Can Benefit Kids All Year Long

When kids have the experience of spending time in a traditional camp setting they are exposed to a number of different activities and challenges that can equip them with skills that will be useful far beyond the summer. Camp is a great place for kids to gain some independence and discover their sense of self. Time spent at camp in the company of counselors and other kids gives children the opportunity to recharge and get ready for the school year and even empower them to take more healthy risks when they are back at school.

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

Where to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in the New York Area

Find local Christmas tree farms to cut your own Christmas tree in the New York area for the holiday season.

Nov 18, 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.

Dec 04, 2019

6 NYC Staycations Your Family Will Love

‘Tis the season to stay in town! That’s because New York City has some of the best staycation options—and we don’t mean a visit to the Met or a chilly walk through Central Park. In fact, once we started thinking outside the box, we discovered some extraordinary and innovative ways to spend your holiday. Here are six places you can use to devise your perfect family staycation, no matter if your little ones are into Broadway, Bloomingdales, or regular old glamping.

Nov 27, 2019

Education and Tutoring: Why Kids Need the Freedom to Fail

I recently received a phone call from a parent; she was confused and concerned regarding a shift in her ten-year-old son’s approach to his schoolwork. “Jason has always loved school,” she began, “but last year he just kind of… gave up. He’s so bright and he really wants to do well – I don’t know what happened.” This, unfortunately, is a common occurrence in the world of tutoring. Many children begin their academic careers with passion and promise, only to show signs of hesitancy, and even apathy, as they near the end of elementary school. Parents are left wondering, “What happened?”

Sep 06, 2018

Golden Harvest Pantry Holding a Holiday Market Fundraiser on December 14

Golden Harvest Food Pantry and the Northeast Brooklyn Housing Development Corporation (NEBHDCo) will hold their first Holiday Market Fundraiser on Dec. 14, complete with 20 local vendors offering their crafts, baked goods, cosmetics and other handmade products for the upcoming holidays. Community Programs at NEBHDCo will sell food and hot drinks to eat and drink on site or take out and will sell raffle tickets where everyone can win amazing prizes. All proceeds from food, drinks, and raffle tickets will support initiatives that Community Programs at NEBHDCo offers year-round to the community.

Dec 03, 2019

TradeZero America Launches Coding Program for Brooklyn Students

TradeZero America, a Brooklyn-based online broker dealer headquartered in Industry City, has launched a new program to teach Brooklyn students the fundamentals of coding. The pilot coding training program for sixth graders will be held at Charles O. Dewey M.S. 136 in Sunset Park.

Dec 03, 2019

This Year's Most Beautiful Holiday Windows in New York City

Every holiday season, the largest department stores in Manhattan unveil lavish holiday window displays. Viewing these department stores’ holiday windows has become essential to the New York City holiday experience, whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or Christmas. Here are some of the most extravagant and festive holiday windows the city has to offer, including holiday window displays at stores such as Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Tiffany's, Saks, and more.

Nov 27, 2019

Academy of Holy Angels Names 2020 HOBY Representative Students

Katherine Day, Brooke Hess, and Ria Jani were chosen to represent the Academy of the Holy Angels at the 2020 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference. Natasha Dhanrajani is the alternate. Katherine Day, of Oradell, is a versatile athlete who is pursuing her Girl Scout Gold Award. She is a member of the National Beta Honor Society. Day is co-captain of the AHA JV Soccer Team, and plays for two local teams. She is a member of the AHA Varsity Golf Team, and has played lacrosse and softball. Her hobbies include skiing, archery, and snowboarding. She also volunteers at her church.

Nov 22, 2019

NYC Will Host First-Ever National Student Entrepreneurs Summit This April

The first-ever National Student Entrepreneurs Summit will be held on April 18, 2020 at the Colden Center at Queens College of the City University of New York. The event space holds over 2,000 people, making it the largest indoor space in the borough of Queens. The summit will provide student entrepreneurs with information on how to start, grow, and scale their businesses. The summit's alliances with Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs NYC and Queens College, City University of New York will ensure that students have access to networking and mentorship opportunities. Andrew Kozlovski, USC’s Class of 2018 Self-Made Millionaire and a former student entrepreneur, will be keynote speaker.

Nov 22, 2019

Here's What to Do if Your Child Was Denied EI Services

Young children who have developmental delays may be eligible for early intervention services, including speech, physical, and occupational therapies; family education, counseling, and support groups; as well as nursing, nutrition, social work, and assistive technology devices and services. But what happens if your child, who you suspect has developmental delays, is evaluated and denied early intervention services? Michelle Dell’Aquila explains what you can do.

Oct 19, 2018

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