New Jersey Summer Camp Guide for 2013

Yes, it's still officially winter, but wise parents like yourselves are thinking ahead to those lonnnggg summer months with your school-less darlings, so we hope our NJ Summer Camp Guide will save you some time and planning-anxiety. We've covered everything from your standard swim-and-craft day camps to we-love-air-conditioning indoor camps. We're constantly updating the Guide and adjusting all pricing for 2013, so check back frequently for new information. Happy camping, NJ!

Stars on Ice: Then and Now Tour with Dorothy Hamill (Review)

Stars on Ice has returned from its pandemic hiatus for a glorious 2022 tour, following up the exciting winter Olympic season with a skate-and-run visit by the entire US Olympic team. Stars on Ice is the ultimate skating show, and an Olympic year is probably the most exciting time to see it, with all of our young star athletes fresh from international success. If you've only seen an ice show hosted by a giant mouse and a Disney princess, it's high time you checked out the inspiring athletic power house that is Stars on Ice—a grand scale stadium show that features fabulous costumes, uplifting music, and seemingly impossible physical feats on blades. What's not to love?

Great Kids' Shopping in Fairfield County: Toys, Clothing and Baby Gear

I hate to admit it, but I have become a snob.  A children’s clothing and toy store snob.  With three kids, I have absolutely had it with toys comprised of no fewer than five hundred tiny plastic pieces that invariably find their way under my feet. No more!  I’m putting my foot down and investing in far fewer, but higher quality, toys and clothes for my kids.  To that end, I’ve been scouting out stores in Fairfield County where you can find some inventive, sturdy, and long-lasting toys and clothes for your brood.

Staten Island Family-Friendly Restaurants: 10 Places to Eat with Kids on SI

Before I had children, I was always eating out. And now that I have kids, nothing has changed—except perhaps the time that we eat. (No more 9pm dinners!) As a Staten Islander, I'm constantly on the lookout for restaurants in our borough that serve good food and have a nice atmosphere, but are also welcoming to my two boys, ages eight and one.

While it's true that Staten Island has a lot of fast-food joints and mall food court chains, we've got other options, too. Over the years, my family and I have dined all over the borough, and there are certain restaurants that stand out from the rest. Some spots offer entertainment along with the eats, others feature an old New York ambiance and a few offer great deals specifically for families, including one where kids eat free. Here are my top ten favorite places to eat with kids on Staten Island.

Fun Cooking Classes for NJ Kids at Bambino Chef

After being stuck indoors for months now with your kids, this time of year can seem like a never ending saga, leaving even the most innovative parents desperate for new and interesting things to do. Plus, it can be challenging to find something suitable for the younger crowd. If you've got a kid that perks up every time Mom pulls out a mixing bowl, or even if you just want to shake things up a bit for your non-foodies, head over to Bambino Chef and take a cooking class!

This Week: March Go List, Easter Portrait Deal, St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, New Giveaways

Am I the only one who can't believe it's March? But it must be true: Temperatures are rising, days are getting longer, daffodil shoots are peeking through and our March Go NYC List is up! For those of you who love to plan ahead, our brand-new Go List highlights the absolute best things to do all month, and a bunch of our picks take place this weekend including the kickoff of the New York International Children's Film Festival and the debut of Topsy-Turvy, Madison Square Park's new interactive public art display.

March also brings St. Patrick's Day, summer camp registration, Easter and spring break. Our Travel site has a bunch of spring break getaway deals and we're furiously at work updating our annual Easter egg hunt post. In the meantime, how about posing for an adorable portrait with live baby chicks in honor of the season? Mommy Poppins has partnered with Big Apple Portraits for a fun, one-day-only event, where families can sit for a photo shoot with the chicks, make cool crafts and enjoy other perks.

Read on for details about how to book your session, as well as info on our new Giveaway page and links to all of the other things we covered on the NYC site this week.

New Event: Pose for a Portrait with Live Baby Chicks at Big Apple Portraits

Two years ago, we discovered Portraitbug and its adorable photo sessions, which inspired us to offer a great deal on Easter portraits. It was hugely popular—I even went with my family. The photos we got from that shoot are some of the best I have of my kids, both the ones with the chicks and without.

While Portraitbug has closed, most of the staff has moved to Big Apple Portraits, which offers the same great quality and value just a few blocks away. So I'm thrilled to partner with Big Apple Portraits this year to offer Live Baby Chicks Portrait Sessions at our upcoming Mommy Poppins special event.

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