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After-School Programs & Classes for Children in Rockland County
Looking for after school classes and programs in Rockland NY? We have a list of the best after schoo...
Music Lessons for Kids in Rockland County, NY
Looking to sign your child up for music lessons in Rockland? We have a list of some of the top music...
After-School Art Classes & Programs for Kids in Rockland County
After-school creative and visual arts classes in Rockland County offer children the freedom to expre...
Soccer Referee Opportunities Available for Teens
Soccer referee opportunities for teens are now available in New York City, Long Island, Westchester ...
The Six Best Afterschool Activities in Rockland & Bergen
Looking to sign your kids up for some afterschool enrichment and fun? Check out the 6 Best Afterscho...
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...
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...
Batting Cages in and Around NYC
Here are the batting cages in the New York metro area where you and your kids can practice your swin...
How to Choose Swimming Lessons for Kids and Babies
This is what to keep in mind when choosing swimming classes for kids or evaluating a swim program at...
Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area
Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...
Horse Girls: Why do Girls Love Horses?
What is a horse girl? And why do little girls love horses so much? ...
Little League Teams in NYC and Surrounding Area for Boys and Girls
Here are the NYC little league teams for boys and girls that you can register your kid for in the Ne...
Youth Sports & Coronavirus: When and What Can Kids Play?
UPDATED March 2021: Youth sports are slowly returning to the lives of New York families—but which on...
How to Choose After-School Activities in a Pandemic
This is what you should consider when selecting an after-school program for your child during the CO...
The 7 Best Coding Languages for Kids
From Scratch to C#, here are some coding languages that will get your kids excited about software en...
Kids Modeling Agencies in the New York Metro Area
A one stop guide to the best kids modeling agencies in NYC, Long Island, West Chester and NJ. Look n...
Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast
The best ski mountains with kids ski lessons in New York and the slopes of Connecticut, New Jersey, ...
These Are the Best Online Cooking Classes for Kids
These are the best online cooking classes for kids and will teach transferable kitchen skills in fun...
How to Choose the Right Extracurriculars for Your Child
How can parents make the right after-school choices during a pandemic? We asked local experts to sha...
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
These Are the Best Places to Find Kids Exercise Videos
Here are some virtual gyms offering virtual fitness classes and kids exercise videos for at-home gym...
Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area
These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...
7 Creative Ways to Play Limbo
Here's how to play Limbo the classic way along with seven ideas to make the game a little more creat...
Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York
Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...
7 Leadership Skills Kids Need to Be Successful in the Future
These are the leadership skills that are the most sought after by employers. Learning these leadersh...
Two NYC Students Discover a New Species of Sea Anenomes
Cherie Qu of Bayside and Sadie Burke of Staten Island were featured as co-authors on a study publish...
Sports Classes & Fitness for Kids in Rockland & Bergen County, NJ
UPDATED January 2020: Keep your child active with sports and fitnesses classes in Rockland and Berge...
Ask @DadandBuried: Should I Let My Child Quit Drum Lessons?
When it comes to raising kids, there are so many questions of what should I do? When wondering what ...
Working Parents Raising Gifted Children: Unique Methods for Enriching Their Lives
The first emotion that often comes to mind as a working parent with a gifted child is guilt. You mig...
Further Music School in Forest Hills Introduces Early Education Program
This summer, Further Music School in Forest Hills location introduced the Further Fruits program, a ...
My Gym Opens in Cobble Hill
On Aug. 9, My Gym opened on the corner of Smith Street and Baltic Street in Cobble Hill. The 56 hund...
A-Game Sports Introduces Individualized Sports Lessons for Kids Ages 3-6
A-Game Sports in New Rochelle will now be offering special Little Athlete Academy programming for ki...
FIT4MOM Rockland Franchise Opened July 9 in Several Locations
Fit4Moms is a national franchise that offers new moms the opportunity to exercise, bond with their c...
Barefoot in Yoga, and Better for It
I like my Nikes. I like my kettlebell. I like my sweatband, child of the ’80s that I am. I especiall...
Ashley Hess Earns 2019 Angel Award at Academy of the Holy Angels
Just days after graduating Second in Merit from the Academy of the Holy Angels, scholar athlete Ashl...
Pearl River Student Earns Metro Acting Award
Rianna LeHane’s magnificent stage presence recently earned her a Metropolitan High School Theater (“...
How to Reduce Children’s Risk of Drowning
As a parent, keeping your child safe in any environment is a number-one priority—especially when in ...
How to Help Your Teen Get Rid of Bad Habits
What’s the most annoying thing your teenager does? Is it that he’s constantly sleeping in and on the...
Teens Can Work Out at Planet Fitness for Free All Summer
Between May 15–September 1, teens aged 15-18 can work out at any of Planet Fitness’s 1,700 locations...
The Catskills’ Newest Indoor Park Will Open on April 19 for Summer Fun All Year Round
The Catskills’ biggest water park will splash into action on Friday, April 19, in Monticello. Kartri...
Students of Academy of Holy Angels Inducted into Musical Honor Society
Several of the finest vocalists and instrumental musicians from the Academy of the Holy Angels are n...
Academy of Holy Angels Student is Ranked First Among NJ Ski Racers
For the third consecutive year, Mahwah resident Sydney Loverich has been ranked as New Jersey’s No. ...
The Jewish Education Project Partners with Music Together of Nyack for New Sing Shalom Classes
The Jewish Education Project is partnering with Music Together LLC to create a Jewish version of its...
Why Drama and Theater are Important to Your Child's Development
Participating in theater as a child can have a positive impact on your child’s development. This is ...
Vicki's Dance Studio Adds Two Specialty Classes to Summer Schedule
Vicki’s Dance Studio in New City is adding two new specialty classes to its roster this summer: Tech...
Romp n' Roll in Orangeburg Introduces New Classes in February
This February, Romp n Roll in Orangeburg will be offering two new classes: Silly Science and Crayons...
Why Art Was Added to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Education
For many years, STEM education was the hot topic, but these days it's STEAM (science, technology, en...
Hour of Code Offers One-Hour Coding Tutorials
The Hour of Code is offering one-hour coding tutorials beginning today through Dec. 11 in honor of C...
Glittery Crafts for the Holiday Season
Add a little sparkle to your holiday season with these crafty gift ideas, perfect for Christmas, Han...
The Health Benefits of Playing Outside
We've all heard that some germs are essential for health, but do we actually know why? And though mi...
The Benefits of Kids Learning to Play Ice Hockey at Any Age
Whether your child is a hockey fan and wants to learn how to play ice hockey, or you’re just looking...
Easy Science Craft for Kids
With the kids home from school for a few days this Thanksgiving break, why not take the time to do s...
5 Ways to Help Your Teen Have an Active and Healthy Lifestyle
Good exercise and eating habits are vital and are best established at a young age. By teaching your ...
Nickelodeon to Celebrate 15th Annual Worldwide Day of Play
Go to any park, restaurant, or public space, and you’re all but guaranteed to see a child with their...
How Children Learn Golf Through Play
Golf is a neat sport, whether you're into mini golf, or the full-sized version. And we all know that...
How to Encourage Early Literacy Skills in Your Child
With commercial reading programs that aim to teach infants how to read, it's important to remember t...
How to Help Your Child Build Better Homework Skills
Now that your kids are all settled into their back-to-school routine, it's time to assess what is (o...
The Perfect DIY Craft to Teach Your Little One About Trajectory
Now that summer is coming to an end, it’s time for the kids to put their thinking caps back on. And ...
Keeping Kids Safe and Healthy During Sports Practices and Games
In recent years, more children are participating in competitive team sports. However, this increased...
How to Help Your Teen Daughter Thrive in Her Sport
We all know that getting exercise is important for teens and children alike, but playing sports offe...
New Craft and Chocolate Summer Sessions for Kids Now Offered at Chocolatier Matisse Orangeburg
Starting in July, Chocolatier Matisse Orangeburg will offer a series of summer sessions in which kid...
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...
12 NYC Classes for Working Out with Your Baby
Working out is a wonderful way to unwind and release some much-needed endorphins post-partum. What b...
Wholeness Center of Rockland Adds Art Classes for Kids
Starting in April the Wholeness Center of Rockland will be launching its Artist Discovery classes fo...
Register for Free Swim Classes From the New York City Parks Department
There's just a few more days left to register for free swim classes via the New York City Parks Depa...
New York Area Kids Can Learn Golf with PGA Jr. League
The PGA Jr. League team golf registration is now open for the 2018 season throughout the New York ar...
Coupé Theatre Studio Offers Dance Program for Children with Special Needs
Coupé Theatre Studio, located in Nanuet, introduced an integrative dance program called Rhythm Works...
How to Help Your Teen Get More Exercise
Most adolescents are a lot less active than they should be. Get yours moving with these expert-appro...
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...
Diplomat Health & Swim Club Expands Offerings for Kids
At Diplomat Health & Swim Club in Piermont, children can enjoy fitness sessions, swim lessons, and a...
Benefits of Music Education for Children
Music education isn't just a nice extra—it helps children with academics, character development, emp...
Olympian Jenny Simpson to Serve as Ambassador for New NYRR Youth Fitness Program
New York Road Runners announced that three-time Olympian Jenny Simpson will serve as ambassador and ...
Grand County: An Adventure-Filled Family Destination
Plan a family vacation to Grand County, Colorado, with activities such as horseback riding, whitewat...
After-School Activities vs. Downtime for Kids
Kids love to take after-school classes, participate in sports teams, and do other extracurricular ac...
How to Recognize When a Child is Gifted
How to tell if your child is gifted, a prodigy, or just plain smart—and what to do about it...
Why Is the Sky Blue: Experiment for Kids
We know your kids have asked—now they can learn the why the sky is blue by doing this science experi...
How to Turn Your Child’s Extracurricular Activity Into Extra Cash for College
Whether your kid is committed to sports, the arts, or even community service, here’s how to turn tha...
Dry & Secondary Drowning: This Is What Parents Need to Know
It's possible to drown hours or even days after leaving the pool. Here's what to watch out forl...
The Wholeness Center in Valley Cottage Expands Offerings
The Wholeness Center now offers kids' birthday parties and MommaArts, which provides maternity care ...
Bach to Rock Opens in Nanuet
Bach to Rock, a music education center for all ages, opened in Nanuet in April....
Why Do So Many Gifted and Talented Children Hate To Write?
Disliking to write is a widespread phenomenon, affecting as many as 50 percent of gifted kids—here’s...
Help Crayola Name Its Newest Crayon and Win a Trip to Orlando
Crayola needs your help in naming its newest blue crayon. In return it's giving away one of six gran...
Young Chefs Academy of New City Offers Summer Mini-Camps
Young Chefs Academy of New City, a cooking school for kids, launches Camp Can-I-Cook, a series of th...
Cooking Classes for Kids with Special Needs in Rockland and Bergen
A roundup of cooking classes for kids with special needs in Rockland and Bergen counties...
Mania Training Facility Adds Part Owners
Gina and Michael Tedesco have joined John J. Gould, Jr. to become part owners in Mania Training Faci...
The Importance of STEAM Classes for Young Kids
STEAM curriculum is growing in popularity amongst younger children and for a good reason. Centers li...
The Nyack Library Adds English Language Learning Collection
There's something new on The Nyack Library's third floor! In response to the community's changing ne...
Learning to Ski in the Catskills
A peek at Hunter Mountain and Windham Mountain Resorts ski lessons...
FIGMENT's Artist-Designed Mini Golf Course on Governors Island Needs Your Help
FIGMENT's artist-designed mini golf course will not be able to return for its 10th season if its Kic...
Are Kids Getting Enough Time for Recess?
SHAPE America created guidelines for schools to follow to support recess for all K-12 students....
RoboMindTech Represented the U.S. in the World Robot Olympiad
Three students from RoboMindTech represented the United States in the World Robot Olympiad in India....
Amazing Facts About Babies and Music
All children are musical at birth and can respond to music around them....
How Music Lessons Helped My Child With Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
The story of how one child with special needs went from fearing music to celebrating it....
Equestrian Center in Rockland Available for Birthday Parties Year-Round
Camp Venture Equestrian Center now offers birthday parties for the public year-round, utilizing the ...
Why Etiquette Schools are Thriving Today
Though it may seem quaint, etiquette schools are thriving today—here's why....
Should Your Kid Play Contact Sports?
As our understanding of concussions grows, new policies are being put into place to keep young athle...
Where to Train Like an Olympian in the New York Area
The Olympic Games may inspire your little one to go for gold and compete in the games someday, and e...
Academy for Martial Arts Offers New Kickboxing Program
The Academy for Martial Arts in Rockland County now offers kickboxing classes for kids and adults....
What Life Skills Will My Child Learn in Dance Class
Six life skills children will learn by taking dance classes....
