New York City Public Libraries with Great Play Spaces and Children's Rooms

Clifford the Big Red Dog greets visitors to the Children's Center at the Stavros Niarochos Library on Fifth Avenue. Photo by Jody Mercier

When it comes to bad weather days, the best option to entertain kids just might be a trip to your local New York City public library. Your kid can never finish reading all the books available, and many public libraries in New York City also have action-packed children’s rooms and activities. Even better: A trip to these NYC public libraries is completely FREE, plus you can flex your library card to get FREE admission to more than 40 other institutions around NYC.

So, next time you need a rainy day diversion, venture beyond your own local NYC public library to visit one of these local library branches that house the best FREE children’s play spaces in New York City.

SkyView Atlanta: A Panoramic Downtown Adventure

SkyView Atlanta offers an amazing experience for Atlanta visitors and tourists alike! Photo courtesy SkyView Atlanta

Ride SkyView Atlanta to see the city in a whole new way! The city's own luxe Ferris wheel offers a fabulous perspective of Atlanta for the whole family. With climate-controlled, private gondolas, SkyView Atlanta offers a one-of-a-kind experience for Atlanta families and tourists alike. Go above the clouds by reading below!

30 Things To Do with Your Baby in Chicago

Take your little one for a splash in the Crown Fountain. Photo by Sandor Weisz

If you think finding things to do with a baby in Chicago is too much to handle, think again. While the first year can be a wild ride filled with sleepless nights and seemingly endless diaper changes, it's also a time filled with family fun and exploration. If you live in Chicagoland, there’s no shortage of great things to do with babies. These outings help keep wee ones entertained—and parents sane.

If you haven't been able to explore the city as much as you would have hoped, now's the time to get out there. This list of activities is all outdoors and every item on this list is perfect for babies under one. From our favorite zoos to the best Chicago beaches, here’s our round-up of 30 things every Chicago baby should try before you plan their first birthday party

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