Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this Weekend

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Westchester. Start planning your weekend now.

Things to Do with Kids in Brooklyn this Weekend

Enjoy these fun weekend things to do with your kids in Brooklyn. Start planning your weekend now wit

Things to Do with Kids in Queens this Weekend

Enjoy these fun things to do this weekend with your kids in Queens. Start planning your weekend now

Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids on Long Island. Start planning your weekend now.

Things to Do with Kids in Rockland County this Weekend

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Rockland County. Start planning your weekend no

Things to Do with Kids in NYC this Weekend

Enjoy these fun things to do with your kids in New York City this weekend. Start planning your weeke

Here's Where to See Tree Lightings in the NYC Area

Here’s a list of where you can see tree lightings in and around NYC.

Best Hot Chocolates and Teas in the New York Metro Area

We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor

Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast

Updated Nov. 2020: Our skiing and snowboarding guide includes ski mountains in New York and the slop

Creative Holiday Dinner Ideas the Whole Family Will Love

Try out these unique twists on traditional holiday recipes to make your holiday a little brighter th

Indoor and Outdoor Ice-Skating Rinks in New York

UPDATED NOV. 23, 2020: Take your family ice-skating in NYC or the surrounding tristate area. Use our

Where to Mini Golf with the Family in the New York Area

Use this guide to find mini golf courses in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland, and plan th

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

Updated November 2020: Find local Christmas tree farms to cut your own Christmas tree in the New Yor

Professional Lice Removal Services in Westchester & Rockland County

Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a lice re

Professional Lice Removal Services on Long Island

Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a head li

Professional Lice Removal Services in Brooklyn, Manhattan, & Queens

Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a lice re

Where to Volunteer with Kids in the New York Area

Give back to your community with your entire family in the New York area by volunteering with your k

Everything You Need to Know About New York During COVID-19

Updated Nov. 2: With things changing every day due to the coronavirus, we'll be your source for what

How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy

Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer.

Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area

Our family-friendly museum guide features science exhibits, nature, transportation and technology in

Halloween Fun for Families in and Near NYC

Here's a roundup of all the spooky, scary, and even friendly Halloween fun in-person and online in N

These are the Best Halloween Books for Kids and Tweens

Make getting in the spooky spirit easy this year with these Halloween books for kids that we (and Co

No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas for Kids

A list of no-carve pumpkin decor ideas that kids can do or help with to make your own Halloween deco

Read Long Island Parent's After-School Guide Today!

Wondering how COVID-19 is affecting after-school programs for kids? Find advice on selecting class f

Halloween Recipes and Food for Kids

A list of Halloween-themed lunchtime options, desserts, and party treats that will make this Hallowe

Events for Active Kids in Brooklyn in October

These events are perfect for active kids who love to move and shake. Keep active in Manhattan this O

Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family

It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with

This is How to Carve Pumpkins with Kids

Follow these pumpkin carving tips from the pros to safely carve jack-o'-lanterns with your kids this

Read Westchester Parent's After-School Guide Today!

Wondering how COVID-19 is affecting after-school programs for kids? Find advice on selecting class f

Pumpkin Patches in New York Metro Area

Visit one of these pumpkin patches in the New York area for a day of pumpkin picking and other fun f

Read Brooklyn Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Brooklyn Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with rem

Read Queens Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Queens Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with remot

Read Rockland Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Rockland Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with rem

Read Big Apple Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Big Apple Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with re

Read Westchester Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Westchester Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with

Where to Commemorate 9/11 in the NYC Area

Here are the 9/11 memorial services you can attend throughout the New York area to commemorate the l

Read Long Island Parent’s Back-to-School Magazine Today!

The back-to-school issue of Long Island Parent features advice to help your kids be successful with

Where to Go Apple Picking in New York

Here are the apple orchards in the New York area offering pick-your-own apples, their modified hours

Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area

Updated Aug. 20: Bowling alleys across the country have upgraded to appeal to kids and youth players

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze Returns for 2020

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is returning for 2020 on Sept. 18 with new COVID-19 safety precaution

Where to Rent Boats and Kayaks in the New York Area

Here's where you can rent boats, kayaks, and canoes in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, t

Horseback Riding Lessons for Kids in the New York Area

Here are the horseback riding stables open for lessons now in the New York area.

Explore the Night Sky Inside at Planetariums

UPDATED JUNE 2019: On warm summer evenings, it's fun to go outside, direct your gaze up, and count a

9 Ways to Enjoy the Night Sky

Here's how and where to watch tonight's Perseid meteor shower in New York as well as 8 other ways to

These are the Best Farmers' Markets in NYC and Beyond

From locally grown fruits and veggies to handmade soaps, candles, and jewelry, these amazing NYC far

Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area

Make fishing a family affair this summer: Check out the best spots to fish throughout the New York C

7 Creative Ways to Play Limbo

Here's how to play Limbo the classic way along with seven ideas to make the game a little more creat

Zoos, Nature Centers, and Botanical Gardens in the NYC Area

Here are the updated COVID-19 hours and safety restrictions for the zoos, nature centers, and botani

Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York

UPDATED July 2020: Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places

8 Kids Birthday Cake Recipes You Can Make at Home

These kids birthday cake recipes are easy to make at home and will wow the guest of honor every time

Here’s What You Need to Know About Sun Exposure and Sunscreen for Kids

We interviewed experts about sun exposure and sunscreen for kids. Here are the takeaways.

Family-Friendly Amusement Parks in the New York Area

Find out which amusement parks are open in the New York area, and which are currently closed during

Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area

A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br

This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon

This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta

Read Brooklyn Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Brooklyn Parent's summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fun a

Read Big Apple Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Big Apple Parent's Summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fun

Read Long Island Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Long Island Parent's Summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fu

Read Queens Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Queens Parent's Summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fun as

Read Westchester Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Westchester Parent's Summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fu

Read Rockland Parent's Summer Fun Issue Today!

Rockland Parent's Summer 2020 issue features everything you need to know to stay safe and have fun a

Everything You Need To Know About Going To New York Beaches This Summer

Updated June 24: Coronavirus hours, guidelines, and restrictions for beaches throughout New York Ci

Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut

It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon

12 Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active While Social Distancing

These outdoor fun ideas will get your kids out of the house, keep them having fun, and help them get

9 NYC Restaurants Share Their Most Popular Family Friendly Recipes

Van Leeuwen ice cream, Chipotle guacamole, and Shake Shack burgers are just some of the NYC restaura

50 Easy, Fun Things to Do with Kids at Home

Find 50 easy, fun things to do with kids at home, including arts and crafts for kids, indoor activit

The Ultimate, Must-Read Camp Guide for Every Family

UPDATED March 2020: In an effort to help you plan your child’s best summer ever, we’re proud to pres

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the New York Area

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in your area. Discover Irish music, create a green craft, take part in a

Where to Celebrate Valentine's Day in the New York Area

UPDATED January 2020: Valentine's Day is right around the corner. Here's where you and your little o

What to Do with Your Kids this Winter in New York

Don't let the cold keep you and the kids cooped up at home in the winter. When cabin fever starts to

Spring Activities for Kids in the New York Area

From crafts to trolley rides view our top spring activities in the New York area to enjoy with the e

Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area

February-March marks the peak of the maple sugaring season. Throughout the region, there are opportu

What’s Open in NYC on Christmas Day

Christmas day is a wonderful time to explore the attractions of the New York City area. While some p

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids on Long Island

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will

Back-to-School Tips for Special Needs Families

It’s never too late to make sure your child is succeeding in school—especially if your child has spe

Working Parents Raising Gifted Children: Unique Methods for Enriching Their Lives

The first emotion that often comes to mind as a working parent with a gifted child is guilt. You mig

What is Parental Alienation? 10 Things to Watch For

In a divorce or separation, Parental Alienation—turning your children against your ex—though maybe u

The Benefits of a Bilingual, Immersion Education

There are myriad options for parents who want their children to learn a second (or third or fourth)

Why You Need a Will Regardless of Age and Wealth

You may think estate planning is just for the very rich or the very old. It’s not. Whether you have

Halloween Fun for Kids in Westchester and Rockland Counties

There's Halloween activities for families in Westchester all month! Kids are sure to have ghoulishly

Halloween Fun in Nassau County

A roundup of the best Halloween 2019 activities for kids and families in Nassau County, Long Island.

Halloween Fun in Suffolk County

A roundup of the best Halloween 2019 activities for kids in Suffolk County, on Long Island.

In the Magazine: September 2019

Our September issue is here to gear you and your kids up for the beginning of a new school year alon

Announcing the 2019 Cover Kids Grand-Prize Winners!

It’s official: You, dear readers, have cute kids! We knew picking finalists wasn’t going to be easy.

In the Magazine: August 2019

Our August issue is here to make sure the end of your summer is filled with fun, relaxation, and eve

10 Checklists to Simplify the Lives of Manhattan Parents

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

10 Checklists to Simplify the Lives of Rockland Parents

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

10 Checklists to Simplify the Lives of Westchester Parents

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

10 Checklists to Simplify the Lives of Queens Parents

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

10 Checklists to Simplify the Lives of Brooklyn Parents

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

10 Checklists to Make Long Island Parents' Lives Easier

The responsibilities of a parent are endless, between planning for summer camp, preparing for school

The Impact of Early Orthodontics Treatment on Overall Health

Orthodontics is more than just braces and crooked teeth. It also covers myriad conditions dealing wi

How to Reduce Children’s Risk of Drowning

As a parent, keeping your child safe in any environment is a number-one priority—especially when in

What You Need to Know About Sedation-Based Pediatric Dentistry

Fostering a positive dental outlook for your child is important. After all, early experiences at the

DIY for Kids: Make Your Own Moon Sand

With warmer weather on the horizon, you and your little ones may be craving a beach day. Honestly, w

Special Parent Magazine Offers Advice for Parents of Children with Special Needs

Read the fall issue of Special Parent today! This issue is full of advice on when you might need a l

The Benefits of Kids Attending a STEAM-Focused Summer Camp

If your school-age child is excited to learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math t

How Healthy, Well-Balanced Meals Boost Brain Development in Children

As parents, we all want our children to succeed in school and excel in academics, but did you know w

Why Drama and Theater are Important to Your Child's Development

Participating in theater as a child can have a positive impact on your child’s development in many w

NYMetroParents and Staten Island Parent Receive 9 Awards at Annual Parenting Media Association Conference

On March 1, Parenting Media Association presented NYMetroParents and Staten Island Parent, a divisio

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