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
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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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
This Year's Most Beautiful Christmas Windows in New York City
These are the 2021 Christmas window displays in NYC department stores.
Top Rockland County Toy Drives and Charities to Support this Year
There are many opportunities to give to charities and donate to toy drives in Rockland County, Berge
New, Thrilling Flight Simulator Ride to Open in NYC this Month
RiseNY will open on Dec. 15 featuring a theme park-style flight simulation ride that will thrill New
Top Metro Area Toy Drives and Charities to Support this Year
There are many opportunities to give to charities and donate to toy drives in New York City, Long Is
NYPL Announces Best Books of 2021 for Kids and Teens
The New York Public Library recently put out its list of the best books for kids and teens published
Zoned High School Options For NYC Students Will Remain In Place
NYC changes course on eliminating zoned schooling for high-school students.
Top 9 Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms on Long Island
Head to one of the Christmas tree farms on Long Island with your family to choose and cut your own C
Top 16 Westchester Christmas Tree Farms to Cut Your Own
Head to one of the Westchester Christmas tree farms or a farm nearby to choose and cut your own Chri
21 Best Farms to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in the Lower Hudson Valley
These are the best farms to cut your own Christmas tree in the Hudson Valley near Rockland County, i
22 Best Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms Near NYC
Head to a Christmas tree farm near NYC to cut your own Christmas tree. This list includes tree farms
PAW Patrol Experience Opens at Hudson Yards for Kids to Enjoy
PAW Patrol Experience: Only at CAMP will offer a fun and immersive experience for kids and families
Greater NY Salvation Army Aims to Set Record for Largest Number of Meals Served this Thanksgiving
The Salvation Army Greater NY Division will help those in need this Thanksgiving week by preparing m
7 Top Holiday and Polar Express Trains in New York City and Nearby
There are many Christmas- and Polar Express-inspired train and trolley rides planned this winter, mo
Families Can Enjoy Re-Opened Wollman Rink NYC with Discounted Tickets
Wollman Rink NYC is offering discounted tickets as part of its Wollman Rink Access Program. It will
New Sharks Exhibit at AMNH Opening Soon to Fascinate Kids of All Ages
The American Museum of Natural History will open a new exhibit, Sharks, on Dec. 15, for families an
Ice-Skating in NYC: The Top 23 Rinks in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Nearby
The best places to go ice skating in NYC, indoors and outdoor. Find the best rinks in Brooklyn, Quee
These Are the Top 20 Rinks for Ice-Skating on Long Island
The whole family can enjoy ice-skating in Long Island at these ice skating rinks in Nassau County an
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree 2021: What You'll Want to Know
Learn about the 2021 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony date, fun facts, how to see
Crown Heights Celebrates Opening of New Community Rec Center
The new Major R. Owens Health and Wellness Community Center recently opened in Crown Heights for kid
Top 16 Rinks to Go Ice-Skating in Westchester County
The whole family will enjoy ice-skating in Westchester County and ice-skating in Fairfield County, C
Top 13 Rinks for Ice-Skating in Rockland County and Nearby
Kids can enjoy ice skating in Rockland County, Bergen County, and Westchester at these indoor and ou
22 Charity Walks in the NYC Area That Raise Money for Good Causes
Teach your kids compassion and the value of volunteerism. There are many annual fundraising walks in
Westchester Mom's Book About Raising a Child with Special Needs Inspires Families
Leah Witman Moore, a Westchester mom, wrote a book telling her story of what it's like to raise a ch
11-Year-Old Bronx Boy Brings Love and Hope to Shelter Dogs
Evan Bisnauth, an 11-year-old from the Bronx, was awarded the ASPCA Kid of the Year 2021 for his vol
Macy's Santaland Returns for 2021 to Spread Holiday Joy to Families
The popular Macy’s Santaland experience in NYC is returning in person for 2021 to spread holiday joy
New Yorkers Can Rejoice: No More Late Fees at the NYC Libraries
New York City's public libraries end late fees for overdue books to make library resources more acce
The Top 10 Halloween Costume Stores in Rockland County, NY and Nearby
Looking for a store to buy your child's Halloween costume this year? These are the best Halloween st
The Top 23 Halloween Stores in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester County
Here are some local Halloween stores in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester County, NY, where you can
Sesame Workshop Creates New Resources Help Children with Autism
Sesame Workshop's new resources help children with autism and special needs create new routines, bui
WCA's New Digital Dashboard Helps Youth Experiencing Homelessness in Westchester
Westchester County Children's Association has a new online dashboard that provides data to better he
Brilliant NYC to Replace Current NYC Gifted and Talented Programs
NYC public schools will no longer offer gifted and talented programs that city officials say create
Bryant Park Ice-Skating Returns to Delight Families this Holiday Season
Bryant Park ice skating and winter village returns in 2021 and offers lots of shopping and dining op
Halloween for Older Kids: Haunted Houses and Halloween Mazes in New York Area
These haunted houses and Halloween corn mazes will provide the thrill you're looking for this Hallow
Family-Friendly Corn Mazes in the NYC Area
Here’s our list of corn mazes across New York City, Westchester, Upstate New York, New Jersey, Long
Bronx Zoo’s Holiday Lights Festival Returns Nov. 19, Tickets on Sale Now
The Holiday Lights Festival will return to the Bronx Zoo Nov. 19 for kids and families to enjoy this
Scenes from the Ultra Violent “Squid Game” Series Appearing on Kids' TikTok
Graphic scenes from Netflix’s “Squid Game” are appearing on kids' TikTok feeds, and this is what you
These are the 21 Most Popular Halloween Costumes for Kids This Year
The most popular halloween costumes for kids change each year. Find out which ones are trendy for 20
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2021 Lineup Is Here!
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will return to NYC for 2021, with safety protocols aligned with t
Big Apple Circus Returns to NYC to Amaze All-Age Audiences
Big Apple Circus is returning to New York City’s Lincoln Center this November with new and classic c
Great Neck Teen's Love of Sports Helps Kids in Need
Great Neck teenager organizes sports-themed fundraiser for Operation Smile to help provide reconstru
Liberty Science Center's New PAW Patrol Exhibit Delights Younger Kids
Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, NJ recently opened an interactive PAW Patrol exhibit for kids
11 Awesome Spots to Go Pumpkin Picking in Westchester County and Nearby
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time to go pumpkin picking in Westchester County, plus a few n
The NYC Lantern Festival Will Amaze Your Whole Family This Holiday Season
The NYC Winter Lantern Festival returns to Staten Island's Snug Harbor in October and opens at 2 new
Top 23 Shopping and Outlet Malls in NYC, Westchester County, and Long Island
Whether you're going back-to-school shopping or holiday shopping, these shopping malls and outlet ma
Top 7 Outlet and Shopping Malls in Rockland County and Nearby
For back-to-school shopping or holiday shopping, these are the top outlet malls and shopping malls i
Six Flags Fright Fest Returns to Six Flags Great Adventure This Year
After hosting a modified Halloween celebration last year, Fright Fest Six Flags is returning to Six
NYC Public Schools Reopening in September 2021: What You Need to Know
NYC DOE schools open Sept. 13 for the 2021-2022 school year, but what will it look like? Here are NY
See Bizarre Yet Breathtaking Animals In Spineless, NY Aquarium's New Exhibit
New York Aquarium's newest exhibit, Spineless, features jelly fish, a giant octopus, a massive crab,
New York Botanical Garden’s Train Show and Christmas Lights Return this Year
The New York Botanical Garden train show and GLOW, the botanical garden's Christmas lights, are retu
Regal Theaters in NYC, Westchester, and Long Island Offering $1 Movies for Families This Summer
This summer, Regal theaters are offering $1 movie screenings of popular kids' movies, perfect for an
Regal Nanuet & RPX Offers $1 Movies for Families This Summer
Your family can see popular kids' movies for just $1 this summer at Regal Nanuet & RPX, as part of t
These NY Museums Will Offer Free Admission On Smithsonian Magazine’s Annual Museum Day
Smithsonian magazine has announced that Saturday, Sept. 18 will be the annual Museum Day, and you ca
Teaching Children How to Interact with Animals
How to teach your kids to safely interact with pets that don't belong to your family.
The Best Petting Zoos for Kids in NYC and Long Island
There is no better way to foster your child’s love of animals than by visiting a petting zoo. These
Horse Girls: Why do Girls Love Horses?
What is a horse girl? And why do little girls love horses so much?
Clearing Clutter: Where to Donate Old and Used Items in New York
Here's where to donate old and used items—like makeup, sheets and towels, books, and clothes—in the
Tween & Teenage Mood Swings: How to Handle During COVID
Here are ways to handle teenage and tween mood swings during COVID-19.
How to Help Kids Overcome the Disappointment of No Vacations This Year
Here's how to talk to your kids about canceling this year's family vacation.
This is How to Safely Transition Your Child to a Booster Seat
Here is the proper progression parents should follow when transitioning their child from a car seat
This is How to Manage Kids’ Gift Expectations This Year
With many New Yorkers unemployed due to the coronavirus pandemic, this holiday’s gifting will likely
This is How to Create a Festive Video Holiday Greeting
6 easy tips to create a video holiday card to send holiday greetings and cheer to your friends and f
Kids’ Hair Salons in the New York Metro Area
Here are the kids hair salons where you can take your kids for haircuts in NYC and the surrounding a
How to Celebrate Hanukkah in New York in 2020
Here are ideas for celebrating a safe and fun Hanukkah in New York during the pandemic.
How to Request a Lyft or Uber with a Car Seat and Why You Should
Here's what you need to know about using a car seat in an Uber, Lyft, or other ride share service or
