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...
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 ...
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...
Palisades Climb Adventure Adds New Zipline
A new Skyrail Zipline is being added to the Palisades Climb Adventure ropes course....
New Report Proves the Importance of Visual Mathematics
A new paper just released by youcubed, a Stanford University center dedicated to giving research bas...
Planning a Kid’s Birthday Party in New York City
Let NY Kids Club help you plan your child's next birthday party....
5 Easy Things Moms can do to Feel Healthier
Five easy things moms can do every day to feel healthier and improve well-being....
Pollo Campero Celebrates National Empanada Day with Free Empanadas
Friday, April 8th is National Empanada Day and Pollo Campero, the world’s largest Latin chicken rest...
In the Magazine: April 2016
Check out our April 2016 issue, which discusses how to prepare your child to be a good host at his o...
Bear Mountain State Park: Family Outing
Visit Bear Mountain State Park where there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy the warmer weat...
New York to Require Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
New York State's new budget includes a paid family and medical leave requirement....
Women Who Smoke During Pregnancy Alter Baby’s DNA
Smoking during pregnancy may cause alterations to the baby’s DNA, according to a new study....
Tips to Broaden Your Child’s Vocabulary
Studies have shown that children with larger vocabularies by age 2 are better prepared for kindergar...
The ALF Appliance: A More Effective Way to Fix Orthodontic Problems
The ALF appliance is a more natural approach to correct underlying issues in your mouth and promotes...
Are Party Favors Necessary?
You’ve planned and paid for a birthday party that reflects your child’s passions and interests, chos...
Raising a Gracious Host
At their own birthday parties, kids may find it difficult to focus on whether their friends are havi...
Twin with Autism Seeks Someone to Love
I strived for years to help my daughter form meaningful relationships—from her own twin brother to f...
Introducing Kids to Classical Music
Music teacher, Carolyn Sloan, wrote an interactive book called, Welcome to the Symphony, which uses ...
Thomas Land Set to Reopen with New Attraction
Thomas the Train fans will surely be excited to know that Thomas Land, the largest permanent Thomas ...
How Children with Autism May Show Feelings
Though it may sometimes not seem like it, children with autism have and show feelings in their own w...
What Pet Should Your Family Get
Nine great animals for families and tips on which one might be best for your family pet....
Movies on DVD and Streaming in March and April
Common Sense Media shares its ratings for family-friendly movies that are new to DVD and streaming i...
Make Your Own Marshmallows
Learn the science behind making everyone's favorite hot chocolate topper....
DIY Microwave Popcorn
Whether you love microwaveable popcorn or are a stovetop aficionado, you'll want to learn why popcor...
Make Your Own English Muffins
Learn how English muffins get all those butter-soaking nooks and crannies with this English muffin r...
Make Your Own Ice Cream
Ever wonder how ice cream is made? We've got a five-minute ice cream recipe for you that explains th...
Edible Kitchen Science Experiments
Four recipes that explain the science behind cooking. Learn what makes ice cream so creamy, how popc...
DIY: Watercolor Craft for Rainy Day Fun
Learn to utilize the rain for a unique watercolor craft for kids....
Gerber Issues Recall of Organic Food Pouches
Gerber issued a voluntary recall for certain organic pouches due to product spoilage during transpor...
New York's Zika Plan - What You Need to Know
New York developed a Zika Plan should the virus make its way to the region....
Disney's Frozen Coming to Broadway in 2018
Disney announced a live production of its hit musical film Frozen will hit Broadway in spring 2018....
Laser Tag Play Places in the New York Area
If your kids enjoy laser tag, visit one of these fun laser tag play places for kids in NYC and the N...
Rocking Horse Ranch: Dude Ranch Lite
Rocking Horse Ranch is situated on 600 acres in the Hudson Valley, featuring skiing, a water park, s...
Could CMV Be the Cause of My Baby's Failed Hearing Test?
CMV, or cytomegalovirus, is an under-the-radar virus that effects babies' hearing and development. H...
The New-York Historical Society Opens an Exhibit Dedicated to Children’s Author Mo Willems
Beloved children’s author and illustrator Mo Willems now has an exhibit all about his work at the Ne...
Survey Ranks New York’s Healthiest Counties
An annual health report released this week gives a detailed picture of the health of New York City a...
