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NYC Lantern Festival Returns to Delight Families This Holiday Season
The NYC Winter Lantern Festival returns to the NYC metro area for the holiday season starting in Oct...
Fundraisers and Volunteer Opportunities in Rockland County This Month
These are the fundraisers and volunteer opportunities in Rockland County where your family can give ...
The Buzz on Why Honey Bees Are So Important
While they're not endangered, honey bees are important because of the huge role they play in the eco...
NYC Broadway Week Offers 2-for-1 Tickets in September
NYC Broadway Week offers discount tickets to Broadway performances that theater lovers of all ages t...
Six Flags Fright Fest Returns This Year With More Fall Fun
The annual Halloween event is back this year, along with new fall activities for kids and families t...
Apple Picking 2022 In and Near Rockland
These are our favorite orchards and farms that offer apple picking in Rockland, Westchester, Orange ...
Enjoy $3 Movies in NYC and Nearby this Saturday
Families can see a movie for only $3 per ticket at most movie theaters across the country, including...
Kids Embrace Art at the Whitney Museum's Family Programs
Kids create their own works inspired by modern masterpieces as part of the Whitney Museum's Family P...
These are the Best Roller Coasters in NYC and Nearby
Here’s a guide to some of the best roller coasters in NYC and nearby for families and kids to enjoy....
New Book About Princess Diana Aims to Inspire Young Girls
The book, titled A Real Life Fairy Tale: Princess Diana, is the first in a series of illustrated bio...
See the “Largest Ball Pit on the Planet” at Jersey Gardens
Bounce the Mall, a festival of inflatables, comes to the Mills at Jersey Gardens as part of its inau...
Governors Island Arts Launches First-Ever House Fest for Families to Enjoy
The three-day festival will offer free performances, entertainment and more from New York City's art...
Hear Your Song Has a Playlist of Special Music for All Ages to Enjoy
Hear Your Song works to bring songwriting, music and fun to children with disabilities and serious m...
Children's History Book Prize Recognizes a Story of Change—And a Supreme Court Ruling
The New-York Historical Society's Annual Children's History Book Prize Awarded to How to Find What Y...
FAO Schwarz and Schleich Launch 'Share Your Stories' Photo Contest
Kids are invited to pose with their schleich-brand toys for a chance to win fun prizes. ...
World Premiere of Sesame Street: The Musical to Debut in NYC
The world premiere of Sesame Street the Musical is set to bring sunny days, bright smiles and fun to...
Six Flags Great Adventure Announces Summer Event Lineup
Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ, has an exciting series of events lined up for families to ...
Governors Island Sheep Return to Delight Families and Do Some Landscaping
The fluffy flock will help control the island's invasive plant species—and look cute while doing it!...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Wonder Girls Aims to Empower High School Girls in Rockland County
Wonder Girls, a nonprofit in Rockland County, aims to inspire and help high school girls build stron...
GARNER Arts Center’s 2021 Outdoor Film Festival Lineup Announced
GARNER Arts Center announced the lineup of its 2021 outdoor film festival in Rockland County, featur...
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 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 Are Best Things to Do with Kids in NYC That Are Open Now
A list of the things to do with kids that are open in NYC now, including the High Line, Central Park...
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...
The Independence Café Sells Items Handcrafted by Individuals with Disabilities & Veterans
The Independence Café – A Unique Boutique, which sells items handcrafted by individuals with disabil...
Rockland County Native Killed in Austin Attack
Douglas John Kantor, 25, an Airmont native and Suffern high school alumni, was killed in a shooting ...
Academy of Holy Angels Celebrated Class of 2021 with Brigid Miller as Commencement Speaker
Congrats to the Academy of the Holy Angels Class of 2021, who graduated June 4, with Brigid Miller, ...
11 Ideas to Celebrate Dad on Father's Day This Year
Here are some gift ideas, activities, dinner ideas, and more for celebrating Father's Day this year,...
New Website Rates Accessibility of Rockland County Public Spaces
UAccessLife.org rates stores, malls, restaurants, doctor's offices, and more in Rockland County base...
Coupé Theatre Studio Students Accepted to Prestigious Summer Intensives
Coupé Theatre Studio dancers in Rockland County thrive despite unusual year and have been accepted t...
LEGOLAND New York Resort to Begin Preview Days May 29
LEGOLAND New York Resort, located in Goshen, announced preview days as part of its phased opening pl...
Graduation Gift Ideas for Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and High School Graduates
Check out these preschool, elementary school, middle school, and high school graduation gift ideas....
American Girl Brings Back Original Six Characters
You can order the six original American Girl dolls—Kirsten, Molly, Felicity, Samantha, Addy, and Jos...
Everything You Need to Know About Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in New York
Here's what you need to know about how to get the COVID-19 vaccine in New York City and throughout N...
Sesame Street Releases Resources for Celebrating Earth Day
Here are some fun Sesame Street resources to help you and your family celebrate Earth Day this year....
Luna Park at Coney Island is Reopening This Friday
Here's what you need to know about the reopening of Luna Park at Coney Island—including park hours a...
What's Happening in the NY Metro Area This Month?
We've rounded up what's new at the businesses that make your lives easier as parents, from karate cl...
Sesame Workshop Introduces the ABCs of Racial Literacy
The new resources released by ABCs of Racial Literacy are designed to help families have difficult c...
Duck Donuts is Opening in Paramus This Weekend
Create your own ideal donut-topping combination at Duck Donuts in Paramus—one of few locations in th...
These are the Safety Precautions Six Flags Parks are Taking Upon Reopening
These are the safety precautions Six Flags Great Adventure is taking to keep you and your family saf...
Six Flags 2021 Reservations Launch Next Week
Here's when each of the Six Flags parks opens and when you can begin making ticket reservations....
How to Save Money on Pets and Pet Supplies
Am I spending too much money on my pets? Here are 8 ways to save money on pets, pet food, and all pe...
Easy Ways You Can Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NYC This Year
Here are some fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the NYC area. ...
YouTube's Newest Feature Lets Parents Choose the Experience Kids Get
YouTube's newest setting MyFamily will launch in early beta and give parents more control over what ...
Everything You Need to Know About New York During COVID-19
Updated Feb. 23: With things changing every day due to the coronavirus, we'll be your source for wha...
Study Finds Understanding of Autism Can Boost Social Inclusion
A new study from researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas has discovered that an increased u...
American Girl Unveils Conversation Series to Amplify Diverse Voices
American Girl's Conversation for Change amplifies diverse voices....
Davler Media-Parents Supports Opening Summer Camps at Maximum Safe Capacity
Davler Media-Parents, the New York metro area’s largest parent media company, strongly supports the ...
Your Kid Can Name a Piece of LEGOLAND NY
Here's how you can enter LEGOLAND New York's LEGO Big Red Dino naming contest now. ...
Michelle Obama's New Children's Cooking Show is Coming to Netflix
You can watch Michelle Obama's new children's cooking show "Waffles + Mochi" on Netflix beginning Ma...
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...
NYC's Free Child Care Now Open to Full Time Remote Students
NYC families with students enrolled in full-time remote learning can now sign up for free child care...
Enter Your Kid's Art to be Featured on Juicy Juice Boxes
Here's how to enter Juicy Juice's Happy Artist Contest to see your child's art featured on juice box...
The Muppet Show Begins Streaming in February
Here's where you can stream The Muppet Show with Crystal Gayle, Steve Martin, Elton John, Liza Minne...
22 Role Models for Girls That Will Empower Your Kids
Here are 22 role models for girls that any kid can look to for inspiration and motivation. ...
11 At-Home Valentine’s Day Ideas for a Pandemic Date Night
Here are some at-home valentine's day ideas for the perfect date night in a pandemic. ...
College Board Will No Longer Offer SAT Subject Tests or SAT Essay
College Board announced a variety of changes to the SAT exams for the 2020-2021 school year. ...
This is How to Choose the Best Veterinarian for Your Pet
Wondering how to choose a vet for your family pet? Expert Carly Fox, D.V.M., a veterinarian in NYC, ...
What You Need to Know About this Year's Inauguration
Here's what the 46th Presidential Inauguration will look like and how you can celebrate with your fa...
Academy of the Holy Angels Middle School to Open in September
The Academy of the Holy Angels Middle school is opening on the first floor of Kelleher Hall this Sep...
American Girl Introduces 2021 Girl of the Year
American Girl's 2021 Girl of the Year is Kira Bailey—a 10-year-old from Michigan who cares deeply fo...
These are the Best Parental Control Apps for iPhones
Parental control apps for iPhones help keep kids safe while online and on their phones—Qustodio, Bar...
This is Where You Can Adopt Animals in the NYC Area
Looking to adopt a family pet? These animal shelters in the New York metro area offer adoptions for ...
Academy of Holy Angels Release a Christmas Music Video for Senior Citizen Residences
The Tri-M Music Honor Society and Joining Old & Young (JOY)—an AHA-based group that performs at resi...
Sesame Workshop Debuts First-Ever Rohingya Muppets
Sesame Workshop welcomes its first Rohingya Muppets to support children and families affected by th...
NYC's Largest Heated Outdoor Dining Experience Opens in Industry City
Industry City's new heated outdoor dining experience is the largest in NYC and offers takeout from 3...
Nyack's Winter Wanderland Welcomes Families Every Weekend Through February
Nyack's Winter Wanderland invites families to safely enjoy pleasures this holiday—like sidewalk shop...
Children's Museum of Manhattan Expands to Upper West Side
The Children's Museum of Manhattan is expanding to a former church at 361 Central Park West....
Sesame Street Releases Resources to Help Children Manage Holiday Anxiety This Year
As part of Sesame Workshop's Caring for Each Other initiative, Sesame Workshop released a new series...
