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
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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
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
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
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
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-
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Six Flags Fright Fest Returns to Six Flags Great Adventure This Year
After hosting a modified Halloween celebration last year, Fright Fest Six Flags is returning to Six
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 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
Teaching Children How to Interact with Animals
How to teach your kids to safely interact with pets that don't belong to your family.
The Best Petting Zoos for Kids in NYC and Long Island
There is no better way to foster your child’s love of animals than by visiting a petting zoo. These
Clearing Clutter: Where to Donate Old and Used Items in New York
Here's where to donate old and used items—like makeup, sheets and towels, books, and clothes—in the
Tween & Teenage Mood Swings: How to Handle During COVID
Here are ways to handle teenage and tween mood swings during COVID-19.
This is How to Manage Kids’ Gift Expectations This Year
With many New Yorkers unemployed due to the coronavirus pandemic, this holiday’s gifting will likely
This is How to Create a Festive Video Holiday Greeting
6 easy tips to create a video holiday card to send holiday greetings and cheer to your friends and f
How to Celebrate Hanukkah in New York in 2020
Here are ideas for celebrating a safe and fun Hanukkah in New York during the pandemic.
Flu vs COVID-19: Prepping for Flu Season in a Pandemic
Learn to tell the difference between a common cold, the flu, and COVID-19—and stay as safe as possib
Bear Brook Dental Care Opens in Montvale, NJ
Bear Brook Dental Care, owned by brothers Tommy Lee, D.M.D., and Kiwon Lee, D.D.S., officially opene
Launch Trampoline Park Opens West Nyack Location
Launch Trampoline Park, the 25,000 square-foot indoor entertainment facility, opened on June 9. It h
Rockland Fencers Club Started a New Summer Program This July
Rockland Fencers Club, a fencing school in Nyack, N.Y., is starting a new summer program for childre
Dominican College in Orangeburg Opens Fitness Center to Students, Summer Campers, and the Community
The Dominican College fitness facility will now be open to students, summer campers, and the communi
The Academy For Martial Arts Opens Suffern Location
The Academy For Martial Arts acquired a location in Suffern in mid-December. The academy’s second lo
