Where Families in New York Can Get Free Meals for Kids During the Coronavirus Outbreak
As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, there are restaurant closings, store closings, and, of cour
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Girl Scouts at Home Offers Free Activities in STEM, Creative Arts, and More
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) launched Girl Scouts at Home, a national online platform where famili
New Harry Potter at Home Portal Brings Hogwarts to You
J.K. Rowling launched the Harry Potter at Home portal, giving kids access to a free collection of "c
How to Access Free Meals from the NYC Department of Education
In NYC, many children rely on the free food they get at school for each of their three nutritious me
How to Make 100 Projects with Just 10 Household Items
Needless to say, parents are getting quite creative with craft projects to keep kids busy during qua
Kids Are Spreading Positivity Amid Coronavirus with Rainbow Scavenger Hunt
As we all know, kids are resilient. New Yorkers are now seeing this in kids' ability to maintain pos
How to Live Stream Aquariums and Zoos From Home
Everyday is a struggle to find something new and exciting to keep kids occupied during this COVID-19
Virtual Fitness Classes and Apps to Keep Kids Active Indoors
The coronavirus crisis is keeping us inside, closing gyms across the country, and keeping us from ou
Laurie Berkner is Performing Live Concerts on Facebook
During this time of social distancing, it can be difficult to think of ways to keep kids active whil
How to Plan an at-Home Date Night During Social Distancing
The COVID-19 outbreak has affected the day-to-day of all New Yorkers and parents are using most (if
20 Restaurant Chains That Are Offering Free Delivery
Going out to eat at a restaurant is not exactly an option for New York families at the moment. Howev
How to Access Free Nickelodeon Resources About Social Distancing, Wellness, and More
Nickelodeon's new #KidsTogether initiative shares short-form videos, interstitials, downloadable act
10 Fun and Educational Apps to Keep Kids Learning at Home
As parents face school closures due to the coronavirus, many are anxious about how their kids will c
Free Educational Resources and Subscriptions for Remote Learning
In an effort to help NYC families maintain some sense of normal throughout the work from home transi
Spectrum is Offering Free Broadband and WiFi for 60 Days
Now more than ever, with so many American families transitioning to online schooling and remote work
9 Subscriptions Offering Free or Discounted Boxes for Family Fun
For most of us, it's only the first week of social distancing due to the Coronavirus national emerge
The Most Colorful Exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History Opens on Monday
The American Museum of Natural History's newest exhibit The Nature of Color, opens on Monday, March
What's Happening in the NY Metro Area This Month?
The businesses you and your family care about are always doing something new, whether it is a new cl
Everything You Need to Know About Cancel Culture
Over the last few years, “canceling” has come up within the world of celebrities—from the #TaylorSwi
Jurassic World Live Tour Comes to Brooklyn in February
Jurassic World Live Tour, a thrilling, live experience that will excite all generations of dinosaur
Mo Willems and More to Celebrity Guest Star in Big Apple Circus
Mo Willems, New York Times best-selling children's book author and illustrator, will kick off a mont
TikTok: What You Should Know About It
Tiktok is one of the fastest-growing and most popular apps in the world right now with more than 1 b
Holiday Family Fun in Manhattan
With so much to do during the holiday season–but so much that your family has already done–finding n
Family Fun in Manhattan This November
With Halloween over and the holidays imminent, it can feel tricky to know what to do with your famil
Why Are Parents Still Refusing to Vaccinate?
New York City's biggest measles outbreak in almost 30 years ended in September, according to Health
The Winter Village at Bryant Park Opens Oct. 31
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park, home to holiday shops, an ice rink, a bar and food ha
Wegmans Opens In New York City On Oct. 27
Wegmans, the grocery store with a fan club, is slated to open on Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn on Oct.
Bronx Zoo Debuts Endangered Dholes in New Exhibit
The Bronx Zoo just announced its newest furry friends, a pack of three male dhole, a species of Asia
The Rink at Rockefeller Center Opens Oct. 12
It's hard to believe that time of year is around the corner again! The world's most famous ice skati
Saturday Program to Offer STEM and Public Speaking Courses
Hofstra Continuing Education is back for the 2019 school year with a plethora of exciting programs a
4 Can't-Miss Kids Halloween Outings in NYC
Whether we're at the pumpkin patch to find the perfect pumpkin to make a jack-o'-lantern, strutting
Miss American Pie Shop Opens in Park Slope
On August 17, Lindsey Hill, former fashion designer, turned her online pie business into a brick-and
Music Conservatory of Westchester Now Auditioning for MCW Prep Program
Music Conservatory of Westchester is now offering a precollegiate training program for serious, adva
Family Fun in Manhattan this August
Summer is coming to a close but is still too much fun to be had in NYC this August. Before you get s
3 Big Reasons to Review Your Home Insurance
When a disaster strikes your home—flood, burglary, fire, or worse—the last thing you want to worry a
Sylvan Learning Center Now Offering Swim, Robotics, and Coding Programs
Sylvan Learning Center will be offering two new programs this summer in partnership with Goldfish Sw
Family Fun in Manhattan This June
There's no shortage of fun things to do this summer in Manhattan! Here are our top picks for what to
5 Things to Know About Sun Protection
Did you know it only takes about 7 minutes for the receptors in your skin cells to become fully satu
The Empire State Fair Opens May 3 at NYCB LIVE Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale
Look no further for family-friendly, unforgettable fun on Long Island this weekend than NYCB LIVE Na
Family Fun in Manhattan This May
There's always something going on in Manhattan, from exciting festivals to eccentric exhibits. Howev
5 Tips For Educating Others About Your Child's Allergies and Asthma
Having a child with a life-threatening allergy is constantly scary. As much as you can prepare yours
Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play Recalled Due to Reports of Infant Deaths
Fisher-Price has issued a voluntary recall of all units of the Rock n' Play Sleeper due to reports o
Family Fun in Manhattan This April
Manhattan is filled with fun things to do with kids all year round, but we're especially excited abo
Helping Teens with Anxiety, Depression, and Other Mental Health Struggles
Teenage mental health disorder statistics can be surprising and unsettling. For example, 20 percent
The Jewish Education Project Partners with Music Together of Nyack for New Sing Shalom Classes
The Jewish Education Project is partnering with Music Together LLC to create a Jewish version of its
Sedation-Based Pediatric Dental Practice Opens in Huntington
The Tooth Pillow Dentistry, a team of pediatric dentists and dental anesthesiologists, opened in Hun
Kids 'N Comedy Classes Give Kids the Opportunity to Perform at Gotham Comedy Club
Evan Breckman has a connection to comedy and is given the opportunity to channel this passion by per
City Harvest Challenges New Yorkers to Raise $1.1 Million to Feed 50,000 Children in Need
City Harvest, NYC's largest food rescue organization, is challenging New Yorkers to raise $1.1 milli
Hillcrest Jewish Center Day Camp in Flushing Adds Online Registration, Drone Program
Hillcrest Jewish Center Day Camp in Flushing added an online registration portal to its website in F
Your Weekend Itinerary for a Family Vacation in Orange County, CA
It’s often difficult to find a vacation that will not only please but entertain the whole family in
The American Museum of Natural History's New T. Rex Exhibit Opens Monday
T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator is The American Museum of Natural History’s newest exhibit and it open
The Long Island Aquarium Receives Accreditation by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums
The Long Island Aquarium is proud to announce they have been accredited by the Alliance of Marine Ma
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Crisis Facility Opens in Hauppauge
A 24-hour Crisis Stabilization Center opened in Hauppauge today, according to the New York State Off
Youth Basketball Coach from South Ozone Park Named Junior Knicks Coach of the Year
A Queens basketball coach was awarded Junior Knicks Coach of the Year this past Thursday. New York K
Family Fun in Manhattan This March
With the winter months finally coming to a close, your family can hang up those ice skates and put a
5 Things You Can Do in the Early Years to Help Your Child’s Development
As a parent of a young child, it can be overwhelming and difficult to find tangible actions from par
NYU College of Dentistry Opens Oral Health Center for Individuals with Disabilities
The NYU College of Dentistry opened a dedicated treatment center in New York City for individuals wi
Holocaust Survivor Visits Baldwin Middle School to Give Important Lesson
Werner Reich, a 91-year-old Holocaust survivor, visited Baldwin Middle School to give the students a
Nature's Path Envirokidz Cereal Recalled Due to Undeclared Gluten
Nature's Path Envirokidz Choco Chimps, Gorilla Munch, and Jungle Munch cereals with a best before da
New York Aquarium Receives 5 Endangered Atlantic Sturgeon to Educate Public About Its Extinction Prevention
The New York Aquarium has receives five Endangered Atlantic sturgeon to educate its visitors about t
Legoland Discovery Center Westchester Celebrates the Lego Movie 2 with Movie-Themed Experience
The Lego Movie 2 fun doesn't have to stop when you leave the theater! Legoland Discovery Center West
Fisher-Price Power Wheels Barbie Campers Recalled Due to Injury Hazard
On Feb. 5, Fisher-Price recalled the children's Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers with model number
New Study Says Children Are Using an Unhealthy Amount of Toothpaste
Many children are not using the right amount of toothpaste when they brush their teeth, according to
SUNY Optometry and SightGlass Vision are Seeking Nearsighted Children for a Clinic Trial
SUNY Optometry and SightGlass Vision, Inc. is seeking children ages 6 to 9 years old for a clinical
Legoland Discovery Center Westchester Partnering with a Special Needs Pre-School to Launch Merlin's Magic Spaces Installation
Legoland Discovery Center Westchester is partnering with ACDS Westchester, a special needs pre-schoo
Cognitive Behavioral Consultants in White Plains and Manhattan Now Offering Autism Diagnostic Evaluations
Cognitive Behavioral Consultants (CBC), with locations in White Plains and various locations in Manh
Pip's Island Interactive Kids Show to Return to NYC in April
Pip's Island, a theatrical adventure for kids and families in NYC, is officially reopening on April
Life Time Athletic Announces Feb. 8 Member Opening at Chappaqua Crossing, to Create 200 Jobs
UPDATED FEB. 1: Life Time Chappaqua has officially announced its Feb. 8 for-members-only, opening a
FrostFest Kicks off at Bryant Park with Bumper Cars on Ice and More
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park kicked off FrostFest 2019 last Friday with a variety o
Fresh Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums Recalled from Aldi and Walmart Over Possible Listeria Contamination
Peaches, nectarines, and plums sold at various Aldi and Walmarts in New York are being recalled due
How to Thoroughly Check Out a Neighborhood Before Buying a Home
At the beginning of the home-buying process, there are surely 100 different factors swirling around
5 Tips for Comfortable Travel with Your Young Child or Infant
Every parent is familiar with the death stares, groans, and scoffs thrown in their direction when bo
Chappaqua Ossining and Byram Hills Students Named Finalists in Regeneron Contest
Four students from Chappaqua, Ossining and Byram Hills were named finalists in the Regeneron Science
National School Choice Week Informs Families About Schools Available in New York
National School Choice Week, which began Sunday and continues through Jan. 26, raises awareness abou
Registration Now Open for WCS Run for the Wild at Bronx Zoo
This Spring, The Bronx Zoo will be hosting the 11th annual WCS Run for the Wild. Registration is now
Tanger Outlets Deer Park Now Accepting Entries for Grant Program
TangerKIDS Grant Program, an initiative that gives award money to schools within the communities of
Iona Preparatory 'Plungers' Named New York's Top Polar Plunge Team
The Iona Preparatory "Plungers" were named New York State's top team for the third year in a row due
Perdue Recalls Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets Due to Contamination With Wood Particles
Perdue is recalling more than 68,000 pounds of gluten-free chicken nuggets due to a possible wood pa
Wegmans to Open in Brooklyn in the Fall, Provide Estimated 500 Jobs
The beloved, upstate-based supermarket chain is expected to open its first New York City location in
Titi Fund of New York and Operation Warm Partner to Provide Coats to 5,000 Kids in Need
The Titi Fund of New York provided 5,000 brand new coats to students in need, in partnership with Op
Warby Parker Expands Partnership with NYC Department of Education to Give Kindergarten-First Graders Free Eyeglasses
To help more kids see in school, Warby Parker is continuing its partnership with the New York City D
FDA Approves New Vaccine That Protects Against Six Diseases
The FDA approved a new vaccine that protects against six diseases, called Vaxilis. The new vaccine p
The National Museum of Mathematics Extends Math Outreach Program to Encourage Early Math Fluency
The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) in Nomad is continuing its innovative math outreach prog
The American Museum of Natural History Announces New Interactive T. Rex Exhibit
The American Museum of Natural History is slated to open a new exhibit T. rex: The Ultimate Predator
Roberto Clemente State Park South Playground to Undergo Renovation and Reopen
The playground in Roberto Clemente State Park in Morris Heights, Bronx, is slated to undergo a $1.35
5 Reasons It's Okay to Indulge in 'Lazy Parenting'
Sometimes parenting can feel overwhelming, so one parent is here to say it’s okay to be a “lazy pare
Corded Window Blinds Banned for Child Safety
There are many aspects of our homes that we have to consider baby-proofing for child safety: outlets
Gersh ABA Services to Open Five Applied Behavior Analysis Centers Throughout Long Island
In response to the growing population of children with autism spectrum disorder on Long Island, Gers
The Bridges Academy Welcomes Seasoned Teacher as New Head of School
The Bridges Academy in West Islip is pleased to welcome Stephen Edward Rubenacker as the new Head of
IKEA is Coming to the Upper East Side
The rumors are true, IKEA U.S. announced on Monday that it will be opening its first city store on t
Infant Ibuprofen from CVS, Walmart, and Family Dollar Has Been Recalled
A recall has been issued for over-the-counter infant ibuprofen sold by the retailers CVS, Family Dol
2018 Holiday Markets and Fairs in Suffolk and Nassau Counties
The holidays are a time for relaxing, spending time with family, and, of course, shopping. Take a br
Hour of Code Offers One-Hour Coding Tutorials
The Hour of Code is offering one-hour coding tutorials beginning today through Dec. 11 in honor of C
5 Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
Cold and flu season. Every parent dreads it. It can feel crippling knowing there is likely a sneeze
The Churchill School Partners with Cos Bar in Support of Students with Learning Disabilities
This December 5-7, customers shopping at Cos Bar, the luxury, multi-brand downtown Manhattan beauty
The Westchester Mall to Offer 30-Minute Free Parking Through the Holiday Season
This holiday season, The Westchester aims to make your holiday shopping experience easier by offerin
The Nurtury Montessori School Opens Day Care Center in Larchmont, Offers After-School Programs in New Rochelle
The Nurtury Montessori School opened a day care center in Larchmont this October and began offering
The 2018 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is Set for Wednesday, Nov. 28
This year's tree made its grand arrival to Manhattan this Saturday via flatbed truck, according to N
5 Ways to Instill Gratitude in Children
November is a time when we all tend to think about gratitude; your family is likely familiar with th
Saving for Retirement: 401K vs IRA vs Nothing
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