Earth Day, Arbor Day, Barbie, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

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Enjoy the open streets at Car-Free Earth Day at locations around NYC. Photo courtesy of the New York City Department of Transportation

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

April bows out with a bang, with Earth Day adventures at the American Museum of Natural History and the Queens Botanical Garden, and Arbor Day activities on Staten Island's Green Belt, Elmhurst Park in Queens, and Wave Hill in the Bronx. Barbie is painting the town pink with an outdoor screening of the megahit film on Friday and Barbie Family Day at the Paley, the 12th Annual Black Comic Book Fest returns to Harlem, and Books of Wonder hosts a panoply of more than 35 kid lit superstars for Indie Bookstore Day.

School Calendars 2024-2025: Start and End Dates for Orlando School Districts

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Be prepared this school year by accessing the 2024-25 academic calendars for Orlando school districts.

Orlando schools are almost out for summer, but the calendar is already set for the new school year. Below are the current school start and end dates for counties across Central Florida. Most Orlando school districts start back Monday, August 12. Click on each link to access the full calendar for each school district, including winter break and spring break dates, in case you’d like to start planning for family vacations.

Passover, Fountain Show, Gap-Con!, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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Families are invited to an all-new, first-of-its-kind, kid-centric event at CoComelon Party Time. Photo courtesy of Cocomelon

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

Spring in Philadelphia is filled with family-friendly events that promise excitement and laughter for kids of all ages. From the Spring Food Truck Frenzy to the magical world of Sesame Place's Passover Event, there's something for everyone. Get ready for Drag Storytime with Mister John's Music or dive into the rich culture of Pennsylvania at the Maple Festival. Don't miss out on Flavors on the Avenue for delicious bites and free family activities, or PAFA's Spring Family Festival, where creativity knows no bounds. Join us as we explore the wonders of springtime in Philly, making memories that will last a lifetime.

Expansive Dinosaur Museum and Fossil Park to Open in NJ this Summer

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Edelman Fossil Park and Museum of Rowan University will let visitors dig for real fossils when it opens this summer.

A new dinosaur museum is coming to New Jersey that's perfect for dino lovers of all ages. The Edelman Fossil Park and Museum of Rowan University, in Mantua Township, N.J., is slated to open in summer 2024, and early signs point to it being a blast from the prehistoric past. 

Read on for all the details about this dinosaur museum, which will include life-size recreations and virtual reality experiences. And, check out our Guide to Museums and Art for New Jersey Kids for more on museums throughout the state. 

Best Family-Friendly Restaurants at American Dream Mall

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It’s hard to say no to doughnut-topped milkshakes at Around the Clock Diner at American Dream Mall.

A trip to the mall food court brings with it a bit of nostalgia, but these family-friendly restaurants at American Dream Mall are sure to cure your cravings for throwback snacks.

Like its over-the-top attractions, American Dream Mall's top family-friendly restaurants go far beyond the basic. Read on for our top picks for eating out while you're exploring all the top family-friendly attractions at American Dream Mall.

20 First Birthday Party Themes and Ideas to Celebrate Baby’s First Year

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Sure, it looks like baby's party, but it's mostly for the parents at this point, so have fun!

Looking for first birthday party themes and ideas for your baby's first birthday? We rounded up 20 of our favorites!

First birthday parties are a time to really celebrate the successes of a full year of life. Parents, you did it! Since a baby's first birthday is as much for the adults as for the baby, parents want to throw a memorable celebration that the birthday child can enjoy while marking the occasion with friends and family.

But how can you find the perfect first birthday party theme? What should you serve for a treat that will please both babies, older siblings, and adults? We've got you covered with first birthday party ideas that include themes, decorations, and sweet dessert ideas.

Find tons of other birthday bash ideas, including 100 Top Birthday Party Themes, awesome goody bag ideas, and gift guides for all ages, in our Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties and Birthday Party Ideas.

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