Nick Itkin, 2-time Olympian medalist, is hosting free fencing classes for kids with the newly launched Nick Itkin Foundation at the Los Angeles International Fencing Center. These classes are open to kids ages 6 & up, with equipment being provided by the club. Classes are held every Sunday and are entirely funded by non-profit donations from the community. I have been fencing for 10 years, and I can attest that there is no better sport for kids' minds and bodies.

And the chance to get (free!) instruction from Olympic fencer (and awesome guy) Nick Itkin? Amazing. He gives kids an introduction to the sport and all the basic forms and rules.

I got to speak with Nick Itkin about why he's offering these classes. He walked me through why this is the best sport on earth (I agree!) and how you can get your kids signed up for these lessons. Read on, and if you're looking for more great free activities for kids, check out the Mommy Poppins Los Angeles Guide to Free Activities for Kids. 

Nestled comfortably on the South Shore between Nassau and the East End, Sayville makes a great day trip any time of the year. 

About five miles west of Patchogue, Sayville might be overlooked for the more popular central Suffolk destination. However, Sayville also has a booming downtown area full of restaurants and shops, as well as ferry service to central Fire Island. With delicious eateries, seasonal festivals, and play areas for kids, you can find something for every member of the family. 

We've rounded up all our favorite Sayville destinations for kids and families below. You'll find more fun local communities to explore in our Guide to Suffolk County, plus more fun expeditions in our Guide to Day Trips on Long Island.

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Scoring Broadway tickets to a top show is a thrill for locals and visitors alike, but with soaring ticket prices, it can be hard to make seeing these family-friendly Broadway shows a regular occurrence. Luckily, there are discount Broadway tickets to be found if you know where to look—and we do. We've got the scoop on five ways to score cheap tickets to Broadway shows.

Not sure what to see? You'll find all our top picks for the best kid-friendly entertainment in our NYC Guide to Children's Theater and Shows.

The Camp is a vibrant greenspace where kids can run and play while parents relax on Atlanta's Upper Westside. Located at The Works, the 80-acre mixed-use development with a large food hall to satisfy everyone's tastes, The Camp provides a great spot for families to unplug and enjoy the outdoors under a mature tree canopy. Bonus? The Camp (and parking) is FREE! All families need to do is show up, ready for a good time outdoors, and enjoy quality time together. Read on to learn more The Camp at The Works, a lush, urban oasis in the heart of Atlanta!

Crayola Experience Orlando is a theme park made for kids who love art! Inside this 70,000-square-foot space, you'll find enough creative play opportunities and colorful hands-on activities to keep your family busy all day (including a giant, crayon-themed playground). We were at Crayola Orlando for four hours and still didn't get to all of the 27 exhibits! Tickets cost about $30 dollars per person, making the Crayola Experience a bargain compared to other Orlando theme parks and attractions. The age range of visitors at Crayola Experience Orlando runs the gamut, from infants to teenagers, so tap into your inner child and get those creative juices flowing...here's your guide to the Crayola Experience Orlando!

Sometimes you just want to shake things up when it comes to family entertainment. Luckily, there are plenty of trending and out-of-the-box activities throughout the DC area that allow you to do just that. Whether you want to try tufting, make candles or slime, or pretend you're on a game show, DC has some unique and super cool places to check out.

Here are 19 trending and out-of-the-box activities for kids and families in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. This list includes crafty experiences, fitness and sports activities, and other fun things to do when your family needs to break out of a rut. Many of them are perfect for older kids, so even tweens and teens will find them cool.

For more activities that get older kids out of the house and away from their screens, check out our lists of teen birthday party ideas in DC and 21 fun things to do with teens and tweens in DC.