Professional Lice Removal Services in Westchester & Rockland County
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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...
Fundraisers and Volunteer Opportunities in Rockland County This Month
These are the fundraisers and volunteer opportunities in Rockland County where your family can give ...
11 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day with Your Family
From making patriotic-themed crafts to attending local Memorial Day parades, there are lots of ways ...
Special Olympics 2022 USA Games Torch Set to Pass Through Downtown Manhattan
The “Flame of Hope” will be escorted by 100 members of law enforcement and Special Olympics athletes...
The Best Ice Cream Shops in Rockland County and Bergen County
There are many options for getting some great ice cream in Rockland and Bergen Counties, including p...
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...
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...
Candytopia Is Returning to NYC: Here’s What Families Will Love
Candytopia is a real-life Candy Land in NYC! With 24,000 square feet and 17 different interactive ex...
Exciting Passover Activities and Events for Kids
Here are some fun activities and events for kids and families to celebrate Passover 2022....
Kids Will Love these Storytime Events in Rockland County and Nearby
Babies, toddlers and older kids will love this interactive and fun learning activity that includes s...
Easter Events in Rockland and Bergen for Families to Enjoy
Events are planned throughout the area, including egg hunts, brunches and photos with the Easter Bun...
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...
Celebrate Earth Day With These Fun Kid-Friendly Activities and Events
Show your children the importance of caring for the planet with these Earth Day activities and NYC e...
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...
A Day Trip to Woodstock Offers Fun for the Whole Family
Woodstock is a day trip that offers something for nature lovers, foodies and appreciators of art and...
Skateparks in Rockland and Bergen Counties for Kids to Enjoy
Kids who skateboard, bike or rollerblade will love these skateparks in Rockland and Bergen Counties....
Best Places to Go Hiking in Rockland and Bergen Counties
Browse our list of top places to hike with your family in Rockland County, NY, and Bergen County, NJ...
Family Fun at American Dream
There are many stores, activities and attractions at American Dream in NJ for families and kids to e...
The Best Spots for Birthday Parties in Rockland and Bergen
Here's where you can have a great party for your child in Rockland and Bergen....
SPONSORED CONTENT: The American Dream Daycation: Forgo the Flight and Spend A Fantasy Day at This Local Wonderland!
Forgo the flight and spend a fantasy day at this American Dream, just five miles from NYC in East Ru...
What To Do During Winter Break in Rockland County
From museums to ice skating to maple sugaring, there are tons of cool activities to explore in and a...
Best Indoor Spaces to Explore in Rockland County
Here are some popular Rockland County indoor spaces to have in your arsenal for school breaks, bad w...
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...
Friends Academy Lower School and New Forest Program
Friends Academy is a PreK-12 private school in Long Island that is based on the Quaker values of sim...
SPONSORED CONTENT: How to Choose a Progressive School
Vivvi's early learning model provides a new option for progressive education...
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...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nanuet, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do in Nanuet, NY with kids, from restaurants to outdoor recreation...
Pearl River: Things to Do with Kids for a Fun Family Day Out
Spend a day with your kids in Pearl River, where there are plenty of fun things to do for the whole ...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Stony Point, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do in Stony Point, NY with kids, from restaurants to outdoor recre...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in New City, NY for a Fun Day Out
Spend the day having fun with your family with all the family-friendly things to do in New City, Con...
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Nyack, NY for a Fun Day Out
There are plenty of fun things to do with kids in Nyack, West Nyack, South Nyack, Upper Nyack, Pierm...
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...
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-...
10 Fun Winter Break Activities for Kids in Rockland County
Here are the top ways to keep kids entertained and having fun during winter break in Rockland County...
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...
This is How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rockland County, NY with Kids
Looking for ideas to celebrate New Year's Eve in Rockland County, NY with your kids? These are the N...
How to Take Great Holiday Pictures at Home: 5 Tips from a Rockland Photographer
Joy Gillespie, a child and family photographer in Rockland County, shares 5 tips to take great holid...
These Are the 53 Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Parents
If you need some new ideas for your Scout Elf, we've got you covered. We asked for the best Elf on t...
New Virtual Reality Experience is Now Open at Garden State Plaza
Dreamscape, in partnership with AMC Theaters, has expanded to the East Coast, bringing its immersive...
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...
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...
Student Struggling in School: 8 Simple Things You Can Do at Home to Help
Experts share how parents can help if their student is struggling in school, whether it’s in a certa...
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 ...
Carolyn’s Elves Helps Local Residents in Need with Charitable Events Throughout the Year
Carolyn's Elves and Orangeburg Volunteer Fire Department host various events year-round to help thos...
Everything You Need to Know About Online Tutoring for Kids
This is what you need to know about online tutoring for kids, from trends in online tutoring—includi...
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...
Ask @DadandBuried: How Can I Involve My Child in Buying Gifts This Year?
Mike Julianelle, the Brooklyn dad behind the popular Dad and Buried blog and social accounts, shares...
These are the Best Christmas Events in Rockland County, NY for Families
These are the best Christmas events in Rockland County, NY for families with kids of all ages, inclu...
Ask @DadandBuried: I’m Excited to Host for the Holidays. Am I Crazy?
Mike Julianelle, the Brooklyn dad behind the popular Dad and Buried blog and social accounts, shares...
Here's Where to See 'The Nutcracker' in Rockland County
Take your family to see 'The Nutcracker' in Rockland County, NY, this holiday season....
Baking Memories 4 Kids Helps Create Life-Changing Experiences for Kids
Baking Memories 4 Kids, a nonprofit located in Rockland County, bakes and sells cookies to raise mon...
10 Best Places to See and Take Pictures with Santa in Rockland County, NY
These are the best places to meet and take photos with Santa in Rockland County, NY, and Bergen Coun...
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...
Enjoy the Magic of the Nutcracker with Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble This Year
Coupé Theatre Studios RYDE Nutcracker 2021 will be in person and livestreamed. Here's how to see Roc...
Here's Where to See the Best Tree Lightings in Rockland County and Nearby
Here’s where you can view Christmas tree lighting ceremonies in Rockland County, NY and Westchester,...
18 Holiday Markets in Rockland and Westchester Your Family Will Love Browsing
These are the holiday markets in Rockland County and Westchester County that are happening in 2021, ...
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...
This is How NY Project Hope of Rockland Helps Children, Teens, and Families
NY Project Hope, offered through the Mental Health Association of Westchester, provides COVID-relate...
29 Hanukkah Activities & Events for Kids in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, & Rockland
Here are the Hanukkah activities and events in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland, NY....
23 Menorah Candle Lightings in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island
Attend one of these special menorah candle lighting ceremonies in NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester...
19 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Kids in Rockland County
Celebrate turkey day with these 2021 Thanksgiving activities in Rockland County for kids and familie...
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...
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...
Read the 2022 Special Child Issue Today!
The 2022 issues of Special Parent are full of advice and resources for special needs parents....
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...
Everything You Need to Know About the Fall Art Crawl at GARNER Arts Center
The Fall Art Crawl at GARNER Arts Center is a weekend celebration of the season featuring art, music...
These Are the 26 Best Places to See the Hudson Valley's Fall Foliage
New York is full of some dazzling displays of color this time of year, and you don't have to go far ...
How to Have an Allergy-Safe Halloween So All Kids Can Enjoy the Holiday
Here's how you can ensure all kids—including kids with food allergies and without—have a fun and all...
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...
How Your Family Can Volunteer with Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland
Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland, a nonprofit social services organization in Rockl...
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...
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...
The Winners of the 2021 First Day of School Photo Contest Are...
Enter NYMetroParents' First Day of School 2021 Photo Contest for a chance to win a family 4-pack of ...
Wallauer Paint and Design Stores Honor Family Values & Support the Community
Wallauer Paint and Designs is a staple hardware store in Rockland County, but it offers more than ju...
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...
When Will the COVID Vaccine Be Available for Kids Under 12?
Pfizer has requested emergency use authorization for its COVID vaccine for kids ages 5-11. The FDA i...
The Nanuet Street Fair Has Fun Activities for the Whole Family on Oct. 17
The Nanuet NY Street Fair, which is Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, will have entertainment for the whole fam...
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 ...
In the Magazine: October 2021
Our October 2021 issues are full of advice, fun things to do with your family this fall, and expert ...
23 Spooktacular Halloween Events in Rockland County, NY Your Kids Will Love
October means one thing when you have kids: Halloween. So, here are the best Halloween events for ki...
Ask @DadandBuried: How Can I Put the Fun Back in Fall Family Fun for Myself?
Mike Julianelle, the Brooklyn dad behind the popular Dad and Buried blog and social accounts, shares...
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...
This is How Coupé Theatre Studio Sets Students Up for Success
Coupé Theatre Studio, a dance studio in Rockland County, aims to set students up for success, whethe...
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...
How One Local Family Teaches the Community About 9/11
The Foley Family, who was impacted by 9/11 and its aftermath, is hosting an event Oct. 2-3 in West N...
Families Will Learn How to Protect the Environment at this Walk in Congers
The Sustainability Walk and Showcase, hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County, te...
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...
Hudson Valley Food Waste Challenge: Learn to Waste Less Food & Save on Groceries
Families who participate in the Hudson Valley Food Waste Challenge will learn how to waste less food...
Halloween Crafts for Kids: Our 40 Favorite DIY Ideas for Spooky Season
Get into the Halloween spirit with these fun Halloween crafts for kids, many of which can be created...
6 Common Causes of Chest Pain in Kids and When to Worry
Although it's generally concerning in adults, chest pain in kids is typically benign. Here are the c...
School Advice: 7th Grader Shares 4 Tips for Peers to Start the Year Strong
With NYC children heading back to school, one student's school advice will help others return to in-...
Ask Dad and Buried: Why Do Kids Have So Much Laundry?
Mike Julianelle, the Brooklyn dad behind the popular @DadandBuried, shares his take on why kids have...
The Top 11 Places to Go Pumpkin Picking in Rockland County, NY & Nearby
Nothing says fall like going pumpkin picking in Rockland County, NY, Orange, Ulster, Dutchess, or Be...
9/11 20th Anniversary: Memorial Services and Tributes in Rockland County, NY
These are the 9/11 20th anniversary memorial services you can attend in Rockland County to commemora...
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...
