The Rocks at Harbor Way is a new urban oasis in Boston with a mix of new age, modern aesthetics, and a nod to the city's maritime history with its wooden boardwalk. This new park in Boston's seaport features Singing Trees and giant boulders for climbing, and is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. Read on to find out why this new park has us singing its praises.

For more great spots where kids can play, visit our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks in Boston.

Not to brag, but New York City is pretty darn photogenic. The glittering buildings, the amazing public art, the bright blue rivers, the buzzing neighborhood streets...It might just be the coolest family photo studio on Earth. No wonder you can hardly turn a corner in this town without running into a movie shoot.

Whether you're looking for the perfect backdrop for a family photo as the holidays approach or just looking up your Instagram game, we've rounded up a list of the best spots in the city to take pics of your kids. But of course, it's not just about getting that perfect shot—it's about having a perfect NYC memory, too. Each of these spots is also a great family destination in its own right, with playgrounds, parks, and museums to explore.

The holidays approach as visions of Christmas gifts, supply chain problems, Thanksgiving travel, early Hanukkah planning, and more all fight for real estate in the forefront of our minds this November. So the things we are loving this month are an interesting mix of new items we’re stocking up on for the holidays, new entertainment that will keep everyone from toddlers to Grandpa entranced at Thanksgiving gatherings, and a couple of products that just make life easier. Read on to find out what the Mommy Poppins editors are obsessed with this month.

A brand-new maker space has opened right in Morristown –– and it’s just for kids. The Smithsonian-founded Spark!Lab debuted in a back corner of the Morris Museum in September, and it’s fabulous.

The Spark!Lab is filled with interesting and colorful raw materials with which kids can tinker, build, and experiment. It’s one of 10 in the country, modeled after the original that opened in 2008 in the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C.

We enjoy spotlighting different communities around Long Island, giving folks a punch list for an engaging and entertaining day trip. Steeped in history, teeming with activity, and loaded with natural beauty, the hamlet of Oyster Bay is a true pearl of Long Island.

Whether you're a resident, or you're looking for something new to do on the Island, you'll find lots to do, see, and eat in Oyster Bay. Enjoy museums, restaurants, shopping, parks, gardens, nature preserves, and rich waterfront boasting jam-packed events and activities to keep families busy.  We have plenty of other day trip ideas and walkable downtown areas for you to visit as well.

Philly families are getting a brand new option to celebrate the holidays this year, and it's going to be merry and very bright. The Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular is coming to The Fairgrounds at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in November, showcasing over a million sparkling bulbs amid a family-friendly Christmas lights experience. In addition to the holiday lights, the venue is hosting a variety of Christmas activities and winter fun to keep kids in the spirit of the season.

Read on for details about tickets to the all new Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular and just what to expect when you arrive. And don't miss our Philadelphia Holiday Guide for all the best Christmas and Hanukkah events throughout the region. 

North Hollywood, better known as NoHo to the locals, is a wonderful place to live, and if you're not lucky enough to live here, it's a great place to bring your kids and explore for a day. I moved to NoHo from Hancock Park a couple of years ago and it didn't take long for me to discover all the wonders this eccentric, vibrant, and charming neighborhood has to offer. My five-year-old and I love exploring new places—below I'll share with you the favorites we've discovered, and why I haven't regretted moving to this side of the hill for a second.

Not only are there tons of things to do in North Hollywood with kids, but its location makes it a great base to also explore nearby towns like Burbank, Toluca Lake, Valley Village, and Studio City. So don't just spend one day exploring these neighborhoods, plan on spending several!

While we love an action-packed park or playground, there's something magical about an off-the-beaten-path enclave, too, and New York City streets are packed with them. These secret gardens, hidden on busy city streets, and overflowing with lush greenery and beautiful flowers make for a different kind of escape and cool way to commune with nature. We've scoured the city blocks to find some hidden gardens and botanical wonders for you and your family to enjoy. Here are 15 secret gardens for your next outdoor adventure.