Visit These Presidential Landmarks in the New York Area
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester Adds $750,000 Interactive Play Area
LEGO Ninjago City Adventure, a 2,300-square-foot interactive play area, opened in April at LEGOLAND
ProSwing of Port Chester Adds HitTrax Hitting and Pitching Simulator
ProSwing of Port Chester, an indoor baseball and softball training center, added HitTrax, a hitting
Multi-Specialty Dental Practice Opens in Purchase
OneDent of Westchester, a multi-specialty dental practice, opened in Purchase in September.
Rainbow Child Development Center Adds Summer Camps
Rainbow Child Development Center, an educational child care center with locations across Queens, has
Rockland County Bricks 4 Kidz Launches Summer Camp
The STEM-enriched Lego building program has partnered with Bounce! Trampoline Sports to provide a we
Pregnancy Could Cost 425% More Under GOP Health Plan
Insurance premiums for pregnant women could go up considerably per the new GOP health bill, intended
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Family Outing
There are activities for both kids and families at the Minnewaska State Park Preserve. The park has
Private Preschool Launches Program for Young Learners
Evolution Enrichment Center on the Lower East Side announces the Evolution Signature™ Program for 4-
Indoor Bounce House in Farmingdale Adds New Equipment
BounceU of Farmingdale has added new slide inflatables and an obstacle course.
NYSCI Unveils New Exhibition and Events
New York Hall of Science in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park announces a new science-fiction exhibit and
Rye Nature Center: Family Outing
Explore and learn about the wilderness year-round at New York’s environmental conservation organizat
Breast Milk Depot Opens in South Nyack
Rockland County’s first breast milk depot opened at Kenneth H. Zatz, M.D., Pediatrics.
New Program for Students at Local Lutheran Day School
Long Island Lutheran Day School announces Curious Kids program for infants and toddlers.
Family-Friendly Painting Studio Opens in Rockville Centre
Wine & Design has opened an upbeat and creative space for all ages in Nassau County.
City Initiative to Make Absent Dads Better Parents
Nearly $3 million will be spent to expand the Fatherhood Initiative program.
Nike's New Study Shows Muscle Fitness Leads to Strong Minds
Physical and mental health are two things all parents want for their kids, but a new study funded by
Exciting Redesign Revealed for Chelsea Waterside Playground
A $2 million redesign with new equipment, structures, water features, and more will transform the be
Vanderbilt Museum: Family Outing
Vanderbilt Museum—a mansion, marine and natural history museum, and planetarium—is a great family-fr
What Age Should Kids Experience Important 'Firsts'?
A new poll reveals at what age children should have certain experiences, from wearing makeup to atte
Skin Patch May Help Kids with Peanut Allergies
The wearable patch trains the immune system to tolerate peanut protein in small doses over time and
Morris-Jumel Mansion: Family Outing
See an example of domestic life in New York City as the immigration of people from Europe to Washing
New SIDS Guidelines Released
A new study released by the American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that for the first six mon
Allaire Village: Family Outing
The Historic Village at Allaire is a living history museum offering historic re-enactments, craft de
Eggo Waffles Recalled for Listeria Contamination
There has been a 25-state recall of the tasty Kellogg Company brand breakfast staple – Eggo Waffles
The Viking Ship to Arrive in NYC September 17th
Families and fans of the Vikings, take note. The incredible Viking ship is coming in to New York Cit
HappyFest Obstacle Course and Festival Coming to Long Island
HappyFest is the very first all-ages, all-abilities obstacle course and festival of its kind and wil
Fall Food Events and Festivals in the New York Area
Check out these fantastic food festivals and edible events in the New York area.
Where to Experience Italian Culture and History in NYC
UPDATED September 2017: If you’re looking to add more Italian culture into your family life, check o
Where to Celebrate the Release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the NYC Area
A bunch of local NYC area bookstores will be holding book release parties to celebrate J.K. Rowling’
New Study Says Nail Biting and Thumb Sucking May Be a Good Thing
New information from Pediatrics says nail biting and thumb sucking in children may prevent allergies
Recall Alert! Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Pose Fire Hazard
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled a number of hoverboards because th
Hostess Recall Alert – Snack Cakes May Contain Dangerous Residue
710,000 cases of Hostess treats have been recalled due to possible contamination from a peanut resid
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
New York Locations Made famous by Superheroes
Check out these New York landmarks featured in Super Hero movies or comic strips.
Plans Proposed for New Park on Top of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
A new park is planned for South Williamsburg.
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.
Playground-Related Concussions on the Rise
According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for data collected between 2001-
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.
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
Library on Wheels Coming Through Queens
The Queens Library will be making stops through Queens this week to celebrate National Library Week.
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
Best Pizza in Brooklyn for Kids and Families
Check out these great pizza joints for kids in Brooklyn.
New Adventure Playground Opening in May on Governor’s Island
A local non-profit organization, play:ground, is gearing up to open a vast 5,000-square-foot playgro
Legoland May Be Coming to Ramapo
Folks in the Ramapo area in Suffern County, take notice. A new Legoland theme park opening on the ea
New Children’s Museum Coming to the Bronx
Construction is close to starting on the site of the future Bronx Children’s Museum, located at Mill
Riverside Park South is Getting Parkour Equipment
Parkour equipment geared toward older kids and teens will be part of an upcoming remodeling project
Shopping Cart for Special Needs Families Coming to Target
Caroline’s Carts are coming to Target and they will help families with children with special needs s
5 Reasons We Love Harlem
Here are five reasons why we love Harlem.
1.1 Million NYC Students to Get Free Microsoft Office
Thanks to a new partnership between New York City Public Schools and Microsoft, all of NYC’s 1.1 mil
New York International Children’s Film Festival Lineup Announced
New York International Children’s Film Festival 2016 lineup announced.
Family-Friendly Restaurants on the Upper West Side
Check out these 10 great family-friendly restaurants on Manhattan's Upper West Side.
Billy Joel to Give $1 Million to Save Long Island Arts School
Billy Joel to give $1 million to save Long Island High School for the Arts.
Outrageous Milkshakes are Taking New York City By Storm
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer's milkshakes are sure to be the most delicious and creative shakes yo
NYC Students’ Weight Loss Affected by School Water Dispensers
Research shows that schools that have water jets in schools have lower obesity rates in children.
Connecticut Mom Shares Heart-Wrenching Response to Son’s Bullies
MaryAnn Paris took to Facebook to defend son, Michael, against bullies.
Indoor Go-Karting Coming to Palisades Center Mall
Autobahn Indoor Speedway, indoor go-karting attraction, to open late Jan. or early Feb. at Palisades
American Girl’s 2016 Girl of the Year™ Announced
2016's American Girl doll, Lea Clark, is here and ready for adventure!
Prospect Park Zoo Welcomes New Hamadryas Baboon Baby
A Hamadryas baboon was born to mother, Kaia and father, Bole on October 22.
New Study: Differences in Family Income Affect How Parents Raise Their Children
According to a recent report in The New York Times covering a new Pew Research Center survey, family
New York Toy Stores Share Their Top Toy Picks for the Holidays
Local toy stores in New York City share their hottest toy picks for the holiday season.
5 Reasons We Love the Upper West Side
Hippo Playground, the 79th Street Boat Basin, and Magnolia Cupcakes are just some of the reason we l
The Rockettes Kick Off The Holidays In Ridge Hill
Ridge Hill is offering two new holiday attractions for kids and families.
City Education Department Launches NYC Reads 365 Initiative
The NYC Reads 365 initiative will bring books to classrooms in the hopes of inspiring children to re
Children’s Museum of Manhattan: Mets Celebration in NYC + Me: A Little Bite of the Big Apple Exhibit
Children’s Museum of Manhattan opens NYC + Me: A Little Bite of the Big Apple exhibit featuring the
Should You Still Be Eating Processed Meat? Experts Weigh In.
Several experts weigh in on the World Health Organization's announcement that processed meat causes
