Hacklebarney State Park is quickly becoming my family’s favorite place to hike in New Jersey. It has bridges, rocks to scramble over, stairs, plenty of picnic tables, big trees soaring overhead, and wild rivers and creeks running through it. There’s even a modest playground tucked into a little clearing toward the very end of the hike, a nice reward for kids and all their hard work.

Recently named the top K-12 private school in Nassau County by Niche.com, Friends Academy is a Quaker independent college prep school for kids ages three years through twelfth grade.

With a driving mission based on the principles of "simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equity, and service," Friends is deeply committed to developing and supporting a diverse community where every student is recognized as an individual with their own unique gifts, talents, needs, and purpose.

Read on to learn more about Friends' beautiful campus, state-of-the-art facilities, top-notch faculty, and personalized curriculum. You can also sign up for an upcoming virtual open house here.

With Broadway dark and bans on public gatherings still in effect, it's easy to tire of the same old streaming content. If you're craving a trip to the theater, you're in luck: The show has gone on for kids at these four theater groups who are putting on exciting, interactive online theater performances.

You'll find something for every age group, and the best part is, kids are part of the on-screen action. Some of these creative online shows are also available for private events and birthday parties.

So, next time kids beg for a little screen time, skip the family movie night, show your support for live theater, and stream one of these engaging and spirited interactive online theater shows for kids.

If you don’t want to deal with making a multi-course feast for Thanksgiving, consider this: Lots of restaurants in Westchester are offering Thanksgiving dinner takeout with all your favorite fixings. Plus, there are plenty of area bakeries offering delicious pies, cakes, and other treats for pick up or delivery as well.

Here, we’ve rounded up eight restaurants offering everything from turkey to stuffing and even options for non-turkey lovers. We’ve noted order-by dates when available, but be sure to call ahead to make sure you get yours in on time.

Find more ways to celebrate all month long in our roundup of the best family-friendly happenings in Westchester and nearby this November, and bookmark our continually updated Event Calendar for more fun options.

Thanksgiving may be a day to bond with your family and maybe watch some football, but let's face it: It's also a heck of a lot of cooking, cleaning, and organizing. In a season where family gatherings may be smaller and simpler than usual, a festive, pre-made Thanksgiving dinner takeout meal is an easy way to feed the family.

Restaurant curbside pick up has become part of our new normal, and it's the perfect way to take the stress out of Thanksgiving dinner. So, ditch the fuss of cooking, and try ordering a homemade Thanksgiving meal to-go from one of these restaurants or grocery stores. Doing so leaves you with more time to tune into the big Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade or plot a family-friendly hike to work off some of those holiday calories.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and while many things look different in 2020, one thing is certain: The holiday is best spent with loved ones gathered around a table for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. If you'd rather spend the bulk of the day with your family instead of in the kitchen, ordering Thanksgiving dinner takeout could be your meal ticket to a more relaxing holiday.

So, kick back and cue up the re-imagined the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on the TV and let one of these 13 New York City restaurants handle the Thanksgiving dinner duties. You'll be thankful for a day off, and they'll be grateful for your support.

Thanksgiving celebrations may be a bit different in 2020, but one thing that will undoubtedly stay the same is the food on our tables: a traditional turkey, sensational side dishes, and yummy desserts. Why not leave the cooking to the pros and order Thanksgiving dinner takeout from one of these Long Island restaurants?

Between overseeing homeschooling, managing hybrid schedules, and working from home, we’ve all got a lot on our plates these days, so it's the perfect opportunity to opt for turkey day takeout. We’ve rounded up 15 Long Island restaurants willing to cook Thanksgiving dinner for you. All you have to do is set the table.

So, instead of planning your menu, you can scheme how you'll spend the day with your family. Consider a brisk nature walk or trip to explore one of Long Island’s 15 beautiful state parks to burn off all your favorite holiday treats. For more family-friendly activities before and after the big meal, check out our Long Island Fall Fun Guide.

Christmas can still be a bright spot in this frequently dark year; several drive-through Christmas lights displays are coming to the Chicago area for the 2020 holiday season.

The new Let It Shine holiday lights show debuts in north suburban Northbrook on November 15 with LED lights synchronized to classic holiday music that families can listen to in their cars. But that's just the beginning.