The Top 11 Water Parks for Families in the New York Area
These are the best indoor and outdoor water parks in NY, NJ, CT, and PA—all within a short drive fro...
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29 Hanukkah Activities & Events for Kids in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, & Rockland
Here are the Hanukkah activities and events in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland, NY....
23 Menorah Candle Lightings in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island
Attend one of these special menorah candle lighting ceremonies in NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester...
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...
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...
Halloween Crafts for Kids: Our 40 Favorite DIY Ideas for Spooky Season
Get into the Halloween spirit with these fun Halloween crafts for kids, many of which can be created...
Cultural Events & Festivals in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland
NYC is the great melting pot of cultures and ethnicities. Teach your kids to celebrate diversity; br...
The Top 10 Spots to Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon...
How to Spend the Day at New York Botanical Garden with Your Kids
The New York Botanical Garden is a fun destination for families, with a children's adventure garden ...
Why the Bronx Zoo is an Awesome Family Destination
The Bronx Zoo is New York City's largest zoo, and there's no shortage of animals to see or things to...
The Best Train Museums in NY and the Surrounding Area
Take a trip with your family to a train museum in NY (or railroad exhibit), where young and old trai...
Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area
Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially distant! Always ca...
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...
Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York
Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places to visit in New Yo...
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. ...
What Are the Best Ways to Manage Sibling Rivalry?
Amazingly useful tips to help reduce sibling rivalry conflict between your kids—avoid comparisons, p...
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. ...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area
These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...
Visit These Presidential Landmarks in the New York Area
UPDATED January 2020: Celebrate and honor our country this President’s Day by visiting some presiden...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Shop Local at These Independent Toy Stores Around NYC
Here's a list of toy stores in and near NYC where you can do your last-minute holiday shopping....
Where to Go Sledding in the NYC Area
Be prepared for snow day fun by finding where to sled in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, W...
Indoor Play Spaces in the New York Area
Here's our guide to indoor play spaces, bounce houses, and sports centers in the New York area compl...
Best Hot Chocolate and Teas in the New York Metro Area
We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor...
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, ...
10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families
Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...
At What Age Can Children Legally Sit in the Front Seat?
Before you let your child sit in the front seat of your car after calling "Shotgun," make sure you k...
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...
How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy
Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer....
How to Celebrate Halloween with a Child with Special Needs
Helpful tips for how to celebrate Halloween for parents of children on the autism spectrum or with o...
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...
Ghost Tours, UFO Sites, and Haunted Places in the Hudson Valley
Updated Oct. 2020: These hair-raising haunted places in the Hudson Valley area will spook your socks...
No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas for Kids
A list of no-carve pumpkin decor ideas that kids can do or help with to make your own Halloween deco...
Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with...
Children's Bookstores Around New York City
Updated Aug. 28: You'll love these children's bookstores in NYC, Westchester County, Rockland County...
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
Where to Rent Boats and Kayaks in the New York Area
Here's a list of boat rentals, as well as canoes and kayak rentals NYC, Rockland County, Westchester...
Explore the Night Sky Inside at Planetariums
UPDATED JUNE 2019: On warm summer evenings, it's fun to go outside, direct your gaze up, and count a...
9 Ways to Enjoy the Night Sky
Here's how and where to watch tonight's Perseid meteor shower in New York as well as 8 other ways to...
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...
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...
Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York
Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...
Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area
A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br...
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...
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
12 Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active While Social Distancing
These outdoor fun ideas will get your kids out of the house, keep them having fun, and help them get...
9 NYC Restaurants Share Their Most Popular Family Friendly Recipes
Van Leeuwen ice cream, Chipotle guacamole, and Shake Shack burgers are just some of the NYC restaura...
Food Delivery Services in the New York Area
As a result of the Coronavirus emergency we are all facing, grocery stores are not fully stocked wit...
10 Important Questions to Ask a Camp Director
Are your kids ready for overnight camp? More importantly, are you? The moms behind Mabel's Labels of...
How to Easily Plan for Your Child's Summer Camp
It can be overwhelming to decide how to pick a summer camp for your child, and it often seems like t...
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will...
Holiday Markets, Fairs, and Festivals in Rockland and Westchester
Check out this roundup of holiday markets, fairs, and festivals in Rockland and Westchester to find ...
Top Nearby Family Vacation Spots
Eight great family destinations for weekends away or short vacations, all within a few hours’ drive....
Teens Can Caddy Their Way to 4-Year College Scholarship
Caddying is not only a way to learn valuable skills, it can also earn teens a 4-year college scholar...
Fine-Dining Club in NYC Makes Eating at Restaurants with Kids a Breeze
A new fine-dining club in NYC, for young families, takes the stress out of eating out with kids....
Military History Landmarks in NY and the Surrounding Area
Spend the day visiting and learning about historical landmarks in NYC and the surrounding area that ...
Touring a School for a Child with Special Needs
What parents need to know about touring a preschool for their child with special needs, from safety ...
NYC Kids Can Step into an Animated World with Pip’s Island
It’s probably every kid’s dream to be about to step into the world of his favorite animated story, a...
Tips for Photographing Your Kids at Play
Kids are at their most joyful when they are immersed in play--but can be hard to photograph when the...
Little Boy to Become Honorary FDNY Member
As 3-year-old Trucker Dukes fights cancer, he’s found support from some local heroes—the FDNY, who w...
New York Locations Made famous by Superheroes
Check out these New York landmarks featured in Super Hero movies or comic strips....
Tallman Pool Set to Open After Seven Year Dry Spell
After seven years closed, Tallman Mountain State Park pool in Sparkill is set to open on Memorial Da...
Day Camp For Young Children Welcomes New Director
Laura Hubschman joins Palisades Country Day Camp as Director this summer....
Huffington Post's New Series Opens Parent-Child Communication
Arianna Huffington talks with us about The Huffington Post's new web series 'Talk to Me.'...
Come Out & Play Festival Announces 2016 Dates
Come Out & Play Festival returns to New York City this year with After Dark and Family and Field day...
Children Trust Knowledgeable Characters on Educational Shows
A new study finds children trust knowledgeable characters on educational TV shows....
Expanded Summer Programming Offered at Family Resort
Lake Morey Resort in Vermont is offering new family programming for summer 2016....
Theater Company and Summer Camp Join Forces To Give Kids a Unique Summer Experience
Clarkstown Theatre Company will be joining forces with 'Day Camp in the Park' to offer a true Summer...
Where Does New York Rank Among the Best and Worst States for Working Moms?
New study ranks 50 states and District of Columbia from best to worst for working mothers....
Understanding the Needs of Gifted Children: Tips for Raising, Motivating, and Teaching
If you have a bright child who seems to be losing interest in school, it may not be because they do ...
Celebrate Star Wars Day at Discovery Times Square
In honor of Star Wars Day on May 4, Discovery Times Square is hosting a special celebration with the...
New Poll Shows NYC Teens' Online Behavior
A new survey shows a discrepancy between what New York City parents think and what teens experience ...
Playground-Related Concussions on the Rise
According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for data collected between 2001-...
In the Magazine: May 2016
Check out our May 2016 issue, which discusses how to help your kids develop a taste for eating healt...
Being the Sibling of a Child with Special Needs
Their brothers and sisters have special needs, but these children face their own unique challenges—a...
Talking to Your Kids About Body Image
With the barrage of media telling kids their value is in their looks, we often wonder when to talk t...
Take a Car-Free Family Day Trip to Hyde Park
Visit Historic Hyde Park via Metro North and the free Roosevelt Ride shuttle bus from May 1 through ...
How to Get Kids to Eat Healthier Foods
Though we want our kids to have a balanced diet, getting them to eat less junk food can be a battle....
Katie Workman Talks Picky Eaters and Easy Recipes
Katie Workman is the author of the cookbooks The Mom 100 and Dinner Solved!, which help parents navi...
Report Finds that Most HS Seniors Aren’t Ready for College or Career
The results of the Nation’s Report Card are in, and it looks like the majority of high school senior...
The 2016 Kids' Cover Contest Is Now Open!
Enter your child in the 2016 NYMetroParents Kids' Cover Contest for the chance to see your cutie on ...
New Indoor Go-Kart Opens in West Nyack
The Autobahn Indoor Speedway opens at the Palisades Center Mall in West Nyack, offering kids and adu...
Architecture Firm Creates Prototype for a Vertical Park in Times Square
Shanghai-based architecture firm 100architects has created an idea for a six-floor park in Times Squ...
Music May Help Babies Develop Better Speech Skills
In a study published by the journal PNAS, researchers found that 9-month-old babies that listened to...
Gougères au Fromage (Cheese Puffs) Recipe
Maison Hugo, a French brasserie on the Upper East Side, shares its recipe for Gougères au Fromage (C...
Butera's Chicken Meatballs Recipe
Butera's, which has four locations on Long Island, shares its recipe for chicken meatballs....
Mac and Cheese with Bacon Recipe
Patsy's Pizzeria, located in New Rochelle since 1933, shares it's recipe for Mac and Cheese with Bac...
DIY: Clothespin Art Display
This easy craft project for kids give them a new way to display photos or artwork using clothespins....
Student Artwork Exhibit Is Now on Display at the Guggenheim Museum
A Year with Children is an annual exhibit, now in its 45th year, that showcases the artwork of New Y...
The New NYC’s Official Family Ambassadors Are… The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been recently declared the latest New York City official famil...
New Observation Tower to Open at Kreider Farms in Pennsylvania
Kreider Farms, in Manheim, PA will unveil a brand new observation tower on May 3....
How Can Parents Help Their Child Develop Reading Proficiency?
Developing strong reading skills early sets an important foundation for school success....
A Family Vacation with Balance: Yours at Smugglers’ Notch Vermont
Smugglers’ Notch Vermont helps families achieve balance while on vacation, mixing opportunities for ...
NYMetroParents Wins 10 Awards for Magazine and Web Excellence!
NYMetroParents.com and our print magazines won 10 of the Parenting Media Association’s 2015 Design &...
How Can My Family Remedy Allergy Symptoms Without Avoiding the Outdoors?
Dr. Tim Mainardi offers advice on how families can remedy allergy symptoms without avoiding the outd...
Where to See Baby Animals in the New York City Area
Where to see the newest amimal additions to surrounding zoos and sweet baby animals in the New York ...
New Yorkers Invited to Join Chirlane McCray’s Book Club
New York’s First Lady Chirlane McCray is launching a book club and welcoming New Yorkers to not only...
Exercise During Pregnancy: Can It Instill a Lifelong Love of Exercise in Baby?
A study suggests that moms who run during pregnancy produce kids who are more apt to be like them a...
Dance Studio Expands Competitive Program to Include Younger Kids
The competitive dance program at Vicki's Dance Studio in New City, is now open to children 5 and old...
