As winter sets in on Long Island, most families experience a decrease in the amount of outings they go on simply because of the cold weather and a lack of activities to do indoors. Seeing a live play, concert, or show at a local theater is a fun and enriching way to spend time with family. Children and adults […]
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New Year’s 2017: Creating Resolutions with Families
It is hard to believe 2016 is already coming to an end! The New Year provides an opportunity for every member of your family to start fresh with a new beginning. Resolutions are a great way to help kids develop positive and healthy habits as they grow up, however creating age-appropriate and attainable goals with […]
Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids
Holiday shopping can be stressful for anyone. This is especially true when you have kids! Between getting your hands on the sold-out “it” toy of the year (anyone have a spare Hatchimal!?) or tirelessly trying to make everyone on your list happy, it’s far too easy to find yourself too close to the holiday with […]
Holiday Gift Ordering 2016
Best December 2016 Events on Long Island
The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! All month long, families will be getting into the holiday spirit and frequenting many of the holiday-themed events across Long Island. Santa will be making appearances and visiting with children, Christmas trees are being ceremoniously lit in almost every town, and holiday shows are popping up all […]
Long Island’s Holiday Lights 2016
The Holidays are upon us, which means Long Island will soon be lit up by lights and decorations from Mineola to Montauk! What better way to begin celebrating the season than strapping the kids into the car and touring the Island’s the most elaborate and festive light displays? Children and adults alike will be filled […]
Thanksgiving for Families: Crafting, Decorating, Cooking & Fall Fun
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get together as a family and immerse yourselves in the holiday season. There is a myriad of things you can do with children of all ages to get them into the spirit. It also serves as a perfect opportunity to teach youngsters about gratitude and what Thanksgiving means to […]
Best November 2016 Events on Long Island
With Fall in full swing and the holidays rapidly approaching, November is a great month to get out there and share a wide array of new experiences and find new things to do with your kids. This month is fantastic in terms of variation – you can begin the month with the residual Halloween themed events, […]
Long Island Parks and Nature Preserves
With the change of season comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and the perfect opportunity to spend time with family out in nature. Autumn is a wonderful time of the year to get outdoors and experience all that Long Island has to offer. Our island is home to over 100 Parks and Natural Preserves, all of […]
How to Keep up with Everything: Managing a Family Schedule
It may be the hardest part about being a parent–making sure the entire family is on the same page. Managing family schedules involves keeping track of several moving parts. Even if you think you have a set plan, there’s always going to be last minute additions and changes. It’s a challenge to keep up with […]
