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

How to Celebrate Graduation in 2021

Here's how to celebrate graduation in 2021 in a way that's safe and will make all guests feel comfor...

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 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 Westchester this Weekend

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

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...

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 on Long Island this Weekend

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

Fun Activities and Events to Celebrate Earth Day This Year

At-home activities and in-person events to celebrate Earth Day in the New York City area. ...

Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area

Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...

The Best Way to Visit the Liberty Science Center Right Now

The Liberty Science Center is open to the public with a variety of COVID-19 safety precautions....

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

These are the best mini golf courses in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland. Plan the perfec...

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 ...

New Jersey SEA LIFE Aquarium to Open at American Dream on May 4

SEA LIFE, the world’s largest network of aquariums, touched down in East Rutherford, NJ—at American ...

Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York

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Where to Celebrate Women’s History Month with Your Kids in the New York Area

March is Women’s History Month, and there are many ways to celebrate women's history month at one of...

Family-Friendly Things to Do in Brooklyn

Check out these fun family-friendly amusement parks, play spaces, and museums in Brooklyn. Check out...

Family-Friendly Things to Do in Manhattan

Check out these fun family-friendly amusement parks, play spaces, and museums in Manhattan. Check ou...

Family-Friendly Indoor & Outdoor Activities in Rockland County

Whether it's a trip to the zoo or an amusement park, check out our guide for family-friendly activit...

12 Outdoor Movies and Drive-ins in the NYC Area

Updated March. 29, 2021: These are the best places to catch a drive-in movie in NJ, NYC, Brooklyn, ...

Youth Sports & Coronavirus: When and What Can Kids Play?

UPDATED March 2021: Youth sports are slowly returning to the lives of New York families—but which on...

The Winter Village at Bryant Park Extends Season

The Winter Village at Bryant Park will remain open through March this year. ...

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

UPDATED February 2021: Here's where you and your little one can celebrate Valentine's Day in the New...

Where to Celebrate Black History Month in the New York Area

UPDATED JANUARY 2021: Celebrate and honor Black History Month this February by attending one of thes...

How to Celebrate the 2021 Lunar New Year in the New York Area

Here are some in-person and online 2021 Lunar New Year events to celebrate the Year of the Ox!...

Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area

These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...

African American Museums and Historical Landmarks in the New York Area

Here is a list of New York's important African American museums and historical landmarks to help tea...

Everything You Need to Know About Outdoor Dining in New York

Updated Jan. 25: Everything you need to know about outdoor dining on Long Island, in Westchester, in...

58 Easy, Fun Things to Do with Kids at Home

Find 58 easy, fun things to do with kids at home, including arts and crafts for kids, indoor activit...

Visit These Presidential Landmarks in the New York Area

UPDATED January 2020: Celebrate and honor our country this President’s Day by visiting some presiden...

Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids

Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...

Where to Go Sledding in the NYC Area

Be prepared for snow day fun by finding where to sled in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, W...

Indoor Play Spaces in the New York Area

Here's our guide to indoor play spaces, bounce houses, and sports centers in the New York area compl...

Menorah Lightings in the New York City Area

UPDATED DEC. 11, 2020: Attend one of these special menorah lighting ceremonies in the New York City ...

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....

Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast

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10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families

Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...

Online and In-Person Thanksgiving Activities and Events for Kids

Here are some Thanksgiving activities for kids provided by the amazing businesses in our area and so...

These Are Best Family Activities That Are Open in NYC Now

A list of the things to do with kids that are open in NYC now, including the High Line, Central Park...

Macy’s Santaland is Going Digital This Year

Macy's Santaland is bringing the excitement of meeting Santa into your home with its all-new digital...

Everything You Need to Know About What's Open in New York

Updated Oct. 5: Navigating the reopening of Westchester, Rockland, Long Island, and NYC and how to s...

Ghost Tours, UFO Sites, and Haunted Places in the Hudson Valley

Updated Oct. 2020: These hair-raising haunted places in the Hudson Valley area will spook your socks...

Where to Enjoy Fall Foliage in New York

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Children's Bookstores Around New York City

Updated Aug. 28: You'll love these children's bookstores in NYC, Westchester County, Rockland County...

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...

6 Things to Do on Roosevelt Island with Kids

Roosevelt Island's Manhattan Park Pool Club just reopened for the season, with a beautiful, colorful...

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

Who would have thought there would be so many places to take horseback riding lessons in and around...

Explore the Night Sky Inside at Planetariums

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9 Ways to Enjoy the Night Sky

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The Best-Kept Secrets of Brooklyn Bridge Park

Updated: Aug. 11: How to spend the day in Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn Heights/DUMBO with your f...

FAO Schwarz at Rockefeller Center Has Reopened

FAO Schwarz at Rockefeller Center reopened for customers with new hours, extra precautions, and soci...

Lakeside at Prospect Park Reopens to the Public

Lakeside at Prospect Park officially reopens to the public on Saturday, Aug. 1 with modified hours f...

Water Parks in the New York Area

Indoor water parks are a perfect family vacation option during the cold winter months. We've rounded...

Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area

These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...

10 Ways to Throw Birthday Celebrations for Kids While Social Distancing

Parents are becoming increasingly creative in planning an at-home birthday celebration for kids whil...

Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area

UPDATED JULY 2020: Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially...

Here are the Best NYC Boat Tours for the Family

These are the NYC boat tours you and your family can take in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westch...

Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York

Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...

Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area

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

Everything You Need to Know About Visiting the High Line with Kids

What you need to know to plan a day on the High Line, NYC's elevated park, with your kids during cor...

Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York

Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...

Celebrity Storytimes to Entertain and Enchant your Child

UPDATED June 30:  Favorites from Frozen, Moana, and Toy Story, authors of favorite kids’ books like ...

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

Coronavirus hours, guidelines, and restrictions for beaches throughout New York City, and Nassau, S...

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

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Bike and Pedestrian Path Opens Along the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge

The 3.6-mile bike and pedestrian path along the Governor Mario M. Cuomo (once Tappan Zee) Bridge ope...

MoMath is Offering Free Online Programming this Summer

The National Museum of Mathematics is providing math-lovers of all ages engaging math programming on...

Everything You Need to Know About Going to New York Playgrounds this Summer

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How Your Child Can Chat with Favorite Princesses and Superheroes

Here are eight companies that offer Zoom and FaceTime video calls with princesses, superheroes, vide...

Your Family Will Love Brickworld’s Virtual LEGO Expo

Brickworld is hosting LEGO Fireworks Virtual Con, a virtual LEGO expo, on Saturday, June 27 that LEG...

17 Conversation Starters for Chatting With Kids

Use this added family time to get to know what's really going on in your kids' heads! Here are 17 co...

This is How to Safely Get a Haircut During Coronavirus

Hair salons are set to reopen on Long Island and in Westchester when they enter Phase Two, which is ...

How Kids Can Have Safe Playdates During Coronavirus

How your kids can have safe playdates and socialize with friends virtually with social distancing....

Backyard Playground Equipment for at-Home Summer Fun

Backyard playground equipment that can turn your backyard into the summer fun wonderland your kids h...

Laurie Berkner is Performing a Livestream Concert on Father’s Day

Children’s musician Laurie Berkner has made families smile her entire career. Now, she is giving fam...

AMNH Launches Virtual Field Trips Amid Social Distancing

Updated May 29: The American Museum of Natural History launched Virtual Field Trips to maintain educ...

MarMar Land YouTube Channel Releases Life Skills in the Age of COVID-19 Series

The popular kids' YouTube Channel MarMar Land released a new series called Life Skills in the Age of...

The Metropolitan Museum of Art to Host its First Virtual Teens Take The Met!

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is taking its Teens Take The Met! event virtual on Friday, May 29. Yo...

25 Ways to Recreate Classic Summer Experiences at Home

How to recreate fun summer activities at home for the whole family—like amusement parks, pools, beac...

2020 Young Inventor Challenge Now Open to Kids Across the Country

The CHITAG Young Inventor Challenge is now open to kid inventors across the country. 2010-2011 winne...

How to Get Your Kids to Help with Chores at Home

This list of chores for kids by age and tips for making it easier will help kids get the and take s...

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...

How to Livestream Aquariums and Zoos From Home

Zoos and aquariums all over the country are providing animal exhibit livestreams, online events, Q&A...

Drive-in Movie and Concert Festival is Coming to Yankee Stadium This Summer

Drive-in movies are a safe alternative to traditional movie theaters this summer. A drive-in movie a...

Six Flags Great Adventure's Drive-Through Safari to Open May 30

UPDATED May 20: Six Flags Great Adventure is opening its safari for a drive-through experience that ...

10 Awesome Airbnb Online Experiences for Families

Learn new skills at home—like magic tricks or how to make cheese—from experts, hobbyists, athletes, ...

The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Will Make Bedtime Fun with Celebrity Guests

The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo will premiere on HBO Max on May 27 and will feature celebrity guests...

12 Online Art Classes and Free Drawing Lessons for Kids

These online art classes and drawing lessons will teach your kids how to draw their favorite animate...

15 Virtual Escape Rooms and Games Your Family Will Love

Here are 15 virtual escape rooms and games for kids. The whole family will love solving riddles and ...

How to Turn Your Home into Chuck E. Cheese

Kids play spaces are closed and likely not opening very soon. Here's how you can turn your home into...

Headspace for Kids and Barbie Partner for Guided Meditation Exercises

Headspace for Kids partnered with Barbie to raise awareness around emotional well-being through mind...

How to Thank the Nurses in Your Life

Here's how to thank the nurses who are frontline heroes for the work they're doing to fight the pand...

How to Celebrate Mother's Day While Social Distancing

UPDATED May 8: Here are some homemade gift ideas, activities, dinner ideas, and more for celebrating...

LeBron James to Host Virtual High School Graduation for the Class of 2020

Lebron James is hosting a virtual graduation ceremony for the class of 2020. You can watch Graduate ...

New York Botanical Garden Launches NYBG at Home Educational Hub

The New York Botanical Garden released NYBG at Home for Kids and Families, an online compilation of ...

Random House Children's Launches Magic Tree House Adventures Educational Activity Hub

The Magic Tree House series' new virtual program aims to educate kids on weekly themes through vide...

How to Take Virtual Roller Coaster Rides From Home

Take a virtual roller coaster ride on Six Flags' El Toro and Kingda Ka, the Coney Island Cyclone, Di...

The 10 Best Toys and Games for Children with Special Needs

These 10 special toys and needs games for children will help them learn and encourage sensory play i...

Create Your Own Hamilton Song, Rap, or Poem with EduHam at Home

EduHam at Home is a free digital program that allows families to create their own songs, poems, and ...

13 Educational TV Shows for Kids That They'll Love

These are Common Sense Media's recommendations for the best educational TV shows for kids ages 3+. ...

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