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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...
Everything You Need to Know About Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in New York
Updated March 31: Here's what you need to know about how to get the COVID-19 vaccine in New York Cit...
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...
COVID Vaccine for Kids Could be Authorized by September, Says Fauci
Dr. Fauci says children as young as first graders may be able to be vaccinated by September. ...
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...
What’s Open in NYC on Christmas Day
Christmas day is a wonderful time to explore the attractions of the New York City area. Here's what'...
Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes to Air on NBC Dec. 2
NBC will air a special holiday broadcast of Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes ...
The American Museum of Natural History's Origami Tree is Now on Display
The American Museum of Natural History's 49th annual Origami Holiday Tree goes on display starting W...
FAO Schwarz Launches New Online and In-Store Experiences
FAO Schwarz is transforming its in-store experiences to incorporate social distancing and to include...
Six Flags Great Adventure Adds Drive-Thru Holiday Light Experience
UPDATED NOV. 23, 2020: Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ will offer a drive-thru holiday ligh...
The Disney Holiday Singalong to Air on ABC Nov. 30
ABC announced the lineup for The Disney Holiday Singalong, which will air on Nov. 30 at 8pm....
NYC Schools to Close on Thursday due to Rising COVID-19 Cases
Schools chancellor Richard A. Carranza said that all NYC public schools will close for in-person lea...
How Much Do MTA Buses and the NYC Subway Cost?
Here's a guide to taking public transportation in NYC, including subway and bus prices and how to ke...
5 Staycation Ideas in NYC Your Kids Will Love
Since traveling is off the list for the holidays, plan a staycation in NYC instead! Here are five st...
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...
The Grinch Musical is Coming to NBC This December
NBC's musical production of The Grinch will air on Dec. 9 at 8pm EST on NBC....
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...
Academy of Holy Angels Announces National Merit Semifinalist
Bridgid Miller of Pearl River and the Academy of Holy Angel's (AHA) class of 2021 is AHA's National ...
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...
Keke Palmer to Host Nick News: Kids Pick the President Special
Nick News: Kids Pick the President will be cast across Nickelodeon, TeenNick, and Nicktoons and be a...
These are the 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 Winners of the First Day of School Photo Contest Are...
These are the winners of NYMetroParents' First Day of School Photo Contest for 2020....
Halloween Movies for Kids and Families
If your kids like a little spookiness along with their tricks and treats, this list of scary (but no...
BASIS Independent Schools Expand to Four Campuses in NYC
BASIS Independent Schools are expanding their campuses in both Brooklyn and Manhattan for the 2021-2...
Holiday Lights Festival Returns to the Bronx Zoo Starting Nov. 20
The Holiday Lights Festival at the Bronx Zoo will be on display from Nov. 20 through Jan. 1 with soc...
Macy's Announced a Plan for the 2020 Thanksgiving Day Parade
UPDATED Nov. 12: The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year will be television only and will imple...
The NYC Department Of Ed Is Offering Free Meals for Families in NYC
Three free meals for kids are available per day from the NYC Department of Education at over 400 loc...
America's Only Indoor Ski Resort Opens at American Dream
Big SNOW is the only indoor, year-round ski resort in North America and opened at American Dream Mal...
Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park Opens on October 1
A Nickelodeon Universe theme park is opening at the American Dream mall on October 1. Here are the s...
A Drive-in Concert is Coming to Six Flags in October
Six Flags Great Adventure is hosting a live, drive-in concert called Together: a Live Drive-in Tour ...
A Sesame Street Podcast is Coming to Audible in October
A Sesame Street podcast is coming to Audible in October with episodes releasing every Tuesday and Th...
Chelsea Market Reopens with Outdoor Dining and Shopping Experiences
Chelsea Market now offers outdoor dining on 15th and 16th Streets with socially distanced tables....
Saved by the Bell Socially Distanced Pop-Up Comes to NYC
Saved by the Max, the pop-up carry out experience inspired by Save by the Bell, is open Aug. 20-Aug....
Six Flags Great Adventure Announces HALLOWFEST Coming This Fall
Tickets go on sale for Six Flags Great Adventure's newest event HALLOWFEST on Sept. 4 at 12pm....
How New York State Schools will Plan for Reopening
Updated Aug. 7: Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that New York State schools can reopen for in-person...
NewYork-Presbyterian Opens New Hospital for Women and Newborns
NewYork-Presbyterian's new hospital for women and newborns–the NewYork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen ...
You Can Get Fresh, Hot Doughnuts at the Harlem Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme's newest NYC shop opened in Harlem on Aug. 4. The shop is the first city location to di...
A Sour Patch Kids Store is Opening in NYC
A Sour Patch Kids store is opening on Thursday, Aug. 6 in Greenwich Village. The menu will include a...
Yankee Stadium is Offering Free Virtual Tours
Yankee Stadium is now offering free virtual tours of some of Yankee Stadium's most iconic areas as w...
Governor Cuomo Announces $94 Million NYS School Technology Upgrade
The $94 Million investment, as part of The Smart Schools Bond Act, will aim to improve school securi...
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...
Summer Spaces Program to Provide Free Outdoor Kids Programming and Employment
The Fresh Air Fund’s Summer Space program is transforming city streets into outdoor play areas to gi...
This Travel Planner Helps Families Build Accessible Trips
The Americans with Disabilities Act turns 30 this year and to celebrate, I Love NY has created the A...
LEGO Launches Campaign to Help Parents Teach Kids About Internet Safety
The LEGO Group launched a new initiative to help parents talk to their kids about online safety and ...
This New Podcast is Looking for Teens to Share Personal Stories
U Got This! is a podcast that aims to inform and support kids ages 9-13 by featuring the stories of ...
Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, and More to Reopen July 24
The Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo and the New York Aquarium have announ...
Live Coronavirus Updates for Parents and Kids in the New York Metro Area
UPDATED DAILY: Live updates on coronavirus developments in the New York metro area, as well as tips ...
Mayor Bill de Blasio Says NYC Schools will Not Fully Reopen in September
De Blasio says New York City schools will use a mix of in-person and remote learning indefinitely. ...
American Girl Releases Team USA Olympics Collection
American Girl's summer release includes a variety of products meant to empower young girls—including...
Where to Watch Nick News Race and Unity Special
You can watch Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special on Nickelodeon's YouTube channel, Nick On De...
9 Universities Partner with Creatively to Showcase Creative 2020 Graduates
Creatively is partnering with 9 universities—including NYU, FIT, Parsons, and Pratt—to showcase the ...
This is How to Get Free Books for Kids
These 12 sites are offering free books, e-books, and magazines for kids to have fun reading at home ...
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...
Baby Shark is Getting an Animated TV Series on Nickelodeon
Baby Shark from the viral YouTube video and song is getting its own animated TV series on Nickelodeo...
Governor Cuomo Announces Travel Advisory for People Coming to New York from High Risk States
Governors Cuomo, Murphy, and Lamont issued a travel advisory requiring travelers from high risk stat...
New York Rules Visitation is Now Allowed at Certified Residential Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
New Yorkers can now visit their loved ones living in certified residential facilities for individual...
Two Local Students Win National History Bee
Maisa S. from Brooklyn and Adie B. from River Vale are two of the 10 champions of Penguin Young Read...
American Girl Scrubs Outfit Sales Benefit First Responders Children's Foundation
American Girl will donate one doll craft activity book to the First Responders Children's Foundation...
LGBTQ+ Support and Community Centers for Families in the New York Area
Finding support and community can seem difficult for young people trying to figure out their identit...
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...
How to Celebrate Father's Day While Social Distancing
Here are some gift ideas, activities, dinner ideas, and more for celebrating Father's Day in quarant...
Special Education Classes Can Be Held In-Person this Summer
Though remote learning in New York will continue with summer school, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced...
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...
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...
J.K. Rowling Publishes Her Unreleased Children's Book The Ickabog Online
J.K. Rowling is releasing one to three chapters of her unreleased children's book The Ickabog every ...
Celebrities are Livestreaming with Neuroscientists to Support Teen Mental Health
Adam Lambert, Rainn Wilson, Jameela Jamil, and more will join brain health and neuroscientists will ...
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