Winter Activities

Register for Free Swimming Lessons for NYC Kids

Submitted by Jody Mercier on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 9:30am

The New York City Parks Department offers FREE aquatic programs for children under 18 all year round, as well as adults, but you have to apply through an online lottery for each session. Summer swimming lessons are on the horizon; the lottery for the first two-week session opened on Monday, June 12 and runs through Sunday, June 25.

Summer swimming takes place in NYC's many outdoor pools, which open Thursday June 29, and are held each day during a session, meaning it's a great summer vacation activity to fill up the day for kids out of school.

Read on for the details on where to swim for free, or check our directory of paid kid swim classes, mommy-and-me swim lessons for babies and toddlers, including those specifically in Brooklyn and in Queens.

Insider's Guide to Exploring River Oaks With Kids

Submitted by Frances Broussa... on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 2:18pm

When you think of River Oaks, you might instantly envision its streets lined with majestic trees and luxurious homes. The neighborhood, established in the 1920s and located in the loop, boasts more than just impressive foliage and houses. Within this little pocket of Houston, you'll find a diverse array of restaurants that appeal to both kids and parents, as well as unique shops for baby and kid clothing, toys, and books. While you're in the neighborhood, check out the carriage playspace at Pumpkin Park or stop in for storytime at the Rienzi Museum.

Houston's Best Parks & Trails for Family Bike Rides

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 9:25am

Encouraging healthy hobbies is at the top of my priority list when it comes to my kids, and I've tried to make being active a part of their lives since day one. Both kids have accompanied me on many runs in the jogging stroller since they were babies, and they know that if it's a nice day we're doing something outside. Now that my oldest is riding his bike, we frequently head out to different trails together where I'll chase after him with my daughter strapped into the jogging stroller as he flies down trails (his biking has been excellent for improving my running speed) or we'll bike together as a family if my husband is able to come along for the ride.

A Visit to the Institute for American Indian Studies Museum & Research Center

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 10:00am

Tucked on a woodsy cul-de-sac in Washington - one of the most pastoral areas of Connecticut – you will find an important assortment of stories and artifacts that preserve and celebrate the traditions and contributions of indigenous cultures. Though small in square footage, the Institute for American Indian Studies Museum & Research Center features an impressive collection and is an especially child-friendly Litchfield County attraction.