Weekday Picks for Westchester Kids: Spring Break & Easter Fun March 30-April 3

Most schools are closed for spring break this week, but there’s no need to panic: Mommy Poppins has a jam-packed lineup of fun and enriching activities for Westchester families! We’ve assembled our top picks for every weekday, most of which are FREE.

Celebrate Easter at the Easter Egg Hunt Bunny Bounce or get your geek on at Sciencetellers. There’s also a Fancy Nancy Party in honor of the fictional kid-lit character, who’s turning 10!

Read on for more details, and then check out our roundup of egg hunts and our Event Calendar for more options. If you haven't already, subscribe to our FREE newsletters to get posts like this delivered right to your inbox.

Weekday Event Picks for NYC Kids: Auto Show, Egg Hunt, Meet the Rockettes March 30-April 3

This week, you can celebrate Easter with an outdoor egg hunt, check out the latest rides at the annual New York Auto Show or snap a photo with The Rockettes in honor of their new Radio City Music Hall show.

Although we only highlight one event per day in this post, you can find plenty of other options in our Event Calendar and Spring Fun Guide.

Weekday Event Picks for LA Kids: Eggs, LEGOS, & Bubblefest March 30-April 3

While this LEGO lover is still reeling from The Academy’s decision not to include The LEGO Movie in its list of nominees for best picture, no harm no foul; a sequel is in the works, and this week you can see the original again (or for the first time if somehow your family missed it) at the Santa Monica Public Library.

Passover starts this week, and Easter hits its stride. Plus right in the middle we have April Fools' Day—care to play a prank or two on your kids? For those on spring break, it's a great time to head to the Discovery Cube in Orange County for Bubblefest, or check out the new Discovery Cube in the Valley while its introductory discount price is still in effect.

Full-Day Summer Camps for Kids in Fairfield County

Summer camp options abound in Fairfield County. Science camps, soccer camps, horseback riding camps and many others can be found in our Camp Guide. However, despite all this variety, it can be challenging to find programs with the extended hours many working parents need. Here is a roundup of some of our favorites full-day summer camps in Fairfield County that offer coverage both early and late.

Mother's Day Brunch in NYC 2015: Mama's Choice

Figuring out where to eat on Mother's Day always gives me heartburn. Trying to find a place that will please me, my husband, my 9-year-old and my own mother (since she lives in NYC, too) is quite a challenge.

So this year, instead of stressing out about where I'll end up on Sunday, May 10, I decided to turn to the experts: my fellow NYC moms. In addition to updating our list of fancy Mother's Day brunch spots in New York City, we asked our always knowledgeable Mommy Poppins readers to recommend their favorite restaurants for the holiday—or any day.

For even more family-friendly brunch suggestions, check out our NYC Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide.

Fitness Classes for Long Island Kids That Are Pure Fun

Exercise is an important part of staying healthy, both physically and mentally. But between video games and iPads, it can be hard to motivate kids to be active. Get the kids off the couch and out of the house with these child-geared fitness and exercise classes across Long Island. Your child will have fun while keeping fit and learn lifelong health lessons.

For more fun ideas to keep the kids occupied, check out our Classes Guide.

This Week: Spring Break Day Trips, Easter Crafts, Free Swimming Lessons Lottery

While the official start of spring came with yet another snowstorm, temperatures are on the rise and hopefully here to stay as we gear up for spring break!

If you're looking for ideas on how to spend the time, check out these fun excursions in nearby Jersey or our roundup of spring break camps, with something for all ages and interests.

The upcoming break isn't the only thing on New Yorkers' minds. Hundreds of parents, teachers and education advocates are preparing to protest against Governor Cuomo's controversial education reform proposal in support of NYC public schools this Saturday.

Also, it's that time of year—the lottery for the NYC Parks Department's free spring swimming lessons is now open through March 31.

Here's what else we covered on the NYC site this week:

Best Things To Do with LA Kids This Weekend: Bubbles, Getty, & Bookfest, Mar 28 - 29

Okay, I finally figured it out. All these "bunny" events, cryptic references to "eggs" —what can all that be about? It's way too early in the year for any seasonal relevance; we're still a week away from April.

But then it hit me: we're a week away from April.

So, ha ha, very funny, April Fools' pranksters. You almost had me believing it's Easter next week. Getting all the malls, parks, and railways in on it, too, was very clever. Then you threw me off the scent with just enough rabbit-free events to make me think twice; oh, I bet you're feeling smart. Books aren't bunnies (true). Bubbles aren't bunnies (for sure). Jelly beans aren't bunnies... but they are the bunnies' favorite treat! You wascally wabbit!

Well, trick or not, let's get out there and enjoy this weekend; let's play and dance, and look at the stars. You can't fool me with a good time!

Keep reading for our favorite  picks for this weekend... no foolin'!

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