Top Summer Day Camps in New Jersey

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Jeff Lake Day Camp in Sussex County is set on a 50-acre lake where activities include water trampolines, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding.

It's definitely not too early to start exploring New Jersey's summer day camp options, even if summer still feels like a lifetime away. The Garden State is home to many awesome summer day camps that offer a wide variety of activities within one campground. Traditional offerings at these camps include sports, swimming, and arts, while some even include zip lines, laser tag, cooking, gymnastics, and rope courses.

Read on for the top summer day camps in New Jersey, many of which see entire generations of families pass through, and find more New Jersey summer camps in our Camp Guide. 

Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2024-2025

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The 2024-2025 NYC public school calendar is out, and students return to school on Thursday, September 5.

If you've got a child in public school, you live by the public school calendar. Many local NYC preschools follow the public school schedule, too. The New York City Department of Education's calendar for the 2024-2025 school year is below, and you'll want to bookmark it now for reference—and to help with planning family vacations and school break camp coverage.

Once again, there will be no snow days. Plan on logging your kiddos on for a day of remote learning whenever buildings are closed for snow or other emergencies.

These are all of the dates you can count on your kiddos being out of school during the 2024-2025 school year. If you're looking for the 2023-2024 school year calendar, you can find it here.

Best Things to Do on Mother's Day 2024 in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia

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Enjoy fine art from a unique perspective at Monet: The Immersive Experience. Photo courtesy of Fever Experiences

It's just about time to celebrate Mom for Mother's Day 2024! This year, Mother's Day falls on Sunday, May 12, 2024. While there are many delicious restaurants serving Mother's Day brunch near DC, there are also plenty of other fun things to do on Mother's Day 2024 near DC with kids.

Here are 15 fun Mother's Day activities in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. We've also included some fun Mother's Day 2024 events happening on Friday and Saturday so you can celebrate all weekend long.

Need more inspiration? Check out our great ideas for Mother's Day gifts she'll love, DIY Mother's Day card tips, and make-at-home Mother's Day brunch recipes kids can prepare without too much supervision. Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Mommy Poppins!

20 Things To Do on Mother's Day 2024 in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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Spend a day or weekend at Mohonk Mountain House for Mother's Day. Photo courtesy of the resort

Mother's Day is easy to celebrate in Westchester and the Hudson Valley given the region's natural beauty and great cultural offerings. Whether you're looking to take in a show or want to get outside and enjoy the beautiful spring weather, we've rounded up 20 things to do on mom's special day.

If you're looking for meal ideas, check out our roundup of the best Mother's Day brunch spots in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. 

No matter where the holiday takes you, happy Mother's Day from the team at Mommy Poppins!

27 Things To Do Mother's Day 2024 on Long Island

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Plan on everything going swimmingly this Mother's Day with a visit to the aquarium. Photo courtesy of the Long Island Aquarium

If you're celebrating Mother's Day 2024 on Long Island, there are tons of ways to make the day special. We've rounded up dozens of only-in-LI experiences, from outdoor activities to foodie delights. 

For other family-friendly ideas for enjoying Mother's Day weekend, check out our top picks for where to enjoy Mother's Day brunch on Long Island. You can also find loads of other activities in our Family Activity Calendar.

Top Things To Do on Mother's Day 2024 in New Jersey

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Enjoy a thrilling Mother's Day with your kids at Casino Pier. Photo courtesy of the venue

This Mother's Day, you'll find no shortage of options for a special outing in New Jersey to celebrate all the moms and mother figures in your life. Because we believe moms deserve more than one day to celebrate, we're including picks for family-friendly fun all weekend long. Spend an action-packed day Casino Pier where Moms ride free, or indulge in some shopping at the Spring Bazaar in Asbury Park.

Looking for even more things to do? Check out our rundown on Mother's Day Brunch in Northern NJ and our Spring Fun Guide for other things to do on Mother's Day—Sunday, May 12, 2024—and beyond.