It’s the most wonderful time of the year! While we get cozy in our fuzzy socks and our marshmallows melt in our ceramic mugs of hot coco, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your year and find ways youContinue Reading…
While this holiday looks different from previous years, there are still wonderful family-friendly activities to enjoy around New York City while continuing to remain careful when it comes to your family’s health. Read on below for our guide to safeContinue Reading…
December 1st to December 7th: NYC Winter Lantern Festival: The New York City Winter Lantern Festival takes place from November 28th, 2018 to January 6th, 2019 at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, located at 1000 Richmond Terrace,Continue Reading…
April showers bring May flowers! Our childcare professionals’ extensive list of family-friendly entertainment covers a multitude of outdoor events and activities for May. See below! May 1st to May 6th: Governor’s Island Re-Opening: Governor’s Island is re-opening for the seasonContinue Reading…
Hosting a holiday party can be difficult enough without trying to plan for fussy little eaters. Below are some of our childcare professionals’ recommended appetizers for kids that will have even your pickiest eater licking their fingers. Mini Grilled CheeseContinue Reading…
The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to teach your children how to be thankful for the many blessings in their lives, and how they can share that gratitude with those less fortunate. “It is better to give than toContinue Reading…
With the weather outside so frightful during the holiday season, many families choose to spend their time indoors, where it’s warm and cozy. In addition to our fun holiday themed winter activities and crafts for kids, many families engage inContinue Reading…
The holiday season is in full swing! Seasonal decorations are popping up all across storefronts, helping set the festive mood for parents and children. There are a multitude of family-friendly activities and events to enjoy in New York during thisContinue Reading…
Establishing a family ritual or tradition can offer numerous benefits for the participants. They can help strengthen bonds, contribute to your children’s well-being, and provide cherished, long-lasting memories. Family rituals can be as simple or as elaborate as you chooseContinue Reading…
Thanksgiving is a time for the whole family to get together and give thanks for what they have. Even the youngest participants can feel left out if they don’t have anything to do to assist. Involving your children in planningContinue Reading…
With a little over a week to go, why not help your little ones get into the Thanksgiving spirit with these fun arts and crafts activities? The below activities are suitable for toddlers to school-age children, but the assistance ofContinue Reading…
There are a number of festive, fun-filled activities and programs that families can enjoy in November. This month’s guide features a variety of events in the New York City area, including popular celebrations such as Gingerbread Lane’s Opening Weekend, theContinue Reading…
Now that Halloween has come and gone, many parents are left wondering what to do with the plethora of candy that their children brought home. With a little bit of creativity, you can make sure all those sweets getContinue Reading…
This year, Mother’s Day takes place on Sunday, May 14th. Hand-crafted presents to mom are considered to be a staple of the holiday, and nannies and dads can’t go wrong with choosing one of our options below. Not only areContinue Reading…
The religious holidays of Easter and Passover often bring substantial sized meals, sweet treats, and less physical activity, leaving many parents to wonder how they and their children can enjoy all the delicious foods served during these holiday spring mealsContinue Reading…
The month of April is filled with park openings and anniversaries; a multitude of educational programs celebrating Passover, Easter, and Earth Day; and activities specific to New York City. Our comprehensive list of entertainment for the month is featured below,Continue Reading…
This weekend’s events feature a multitude of activities and programs celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Parents that are looking to go outside of the city, take a trip to Philadelphia to visit Longwood Gardens or the Franklin Institute. NYC St. Patrick’sContinue Reading…
Take advantage of the upcoming long weekend to enjoy these educational and interactive programs taking place in and out of the city. Sesame Street Live: Sesame Street Live is held at the Theater at Madison Square Garden from Friday, FebruaryContinue Reading…
This weekend’s festivities taking place around New York include Valentine’s Day cooking workshops and the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, a chance for your little ones to meet breeds from all around the world. Ice Festival: The 6th annual IceContinue Reading…
Getting fit, healthy, and losing weight tops nearly everyone’s New Year’s resolutions. However, while many of us start out strong during the first week of January, our resolve frequently falls apart around the second week of January or if we’reContinue Reading…
The days leading up to the New Year can often be hectic and stressful as parents organize travel plans, finalize childcare arrangements, and think about goals to accomplish in the upcoming year. During this period, parents reflect on the mistakesContinue Reading…
This weekend is your last chance to stop by and see Santa at his various locations! For families that are celebrating the festival of lights, visit the Museum of the City of New York and the Jewish Museum for ChanukahContinue Reading…