Hop Aboard These Easter Bunny Trains in New Jersey and Pennsylvania this Spring

The Easter Bunny rides the rails with you on the Black River & Western Railroad's Easter Bunny Express. Photo courtesy of the railroad

Easter bunny trains are an exciting way railroads in New Jersey and Pennsylvania mark the Easter holiday. These Easter train rides are a perfect springtime diversion for train-loving kids, and many offer an opportunity to snap Easter Bunny pictures as well. Easter 2024 falls on Sunday, March 31, but the rides start sooner.

Be sure to get your tickets early; these Easter Bunny trains sell out quickly. Find more picks for the Easter holiday and beyond in our Guide to Spring Activities.  

Easy Easter Crafts For Kids and Preschoolers

These bunny slime jars are adorable and icky. In other words, kids adore them. Photo by the author

There are loads of Easter crafts for kids that get kids of all ages excited for a visit from the Easter Bunny. These easy Easter crafts run the gamut from upcycled toilet roll bunnies to Easter bath bombs to deliciously icky Easter slime.

And, of course there's the best Easter activity of all: dyeing Easter eggs! There's more than one way to dye an egg, and we've got loads of cool suggestions. We've also got tons more ideas for Easter fun at home, from Easter Scavenger Hunts to Easter movies for the whole family, all in our Easter Activity Guide for Families.

Fun Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids in the Hudson Valley

Throw a birthday party with glow-in-the-dark trampoline time at Bounce! in  Valley Cottage. Photo courtesy of the venue

There are tons of great indoor birthday party places in the Hudson Valley where kids and their friends can celebrate, whether they want to play on trampolines, dance the day away, or make beautiful crafts. These fun-packed indoor venues mean you don't have to stress about whether it will rain, snow, or be too hot on your child's big day. 

Here, we’ve rounded up some great spots—from indoor play spaces to museums and craft studios—for toddlers, kids, and tweens. Want even more options? Check out our full Party Planning Guide, or head straight to our directory.

Hit a Home Run at These NYC Batting Cages

Five Star has verything you need for a successful hitting session on your own. Photo courtesy of Five Star

If your family is anything like mine, these batting cages in NYC will come in handy, because no season is as sacred as baseball season in our house. My son, who is serious about baseball, is always itching to get some real reps in, but there's only so much that can be tackled within the four walls of a cramped New York City apartment.

Luckily, the city has a slew of batting cages that welcome kids. Some even include private instruction and facilities where players can work on their fielding skills. You'll find more resources for sporty city kids in our NYC Kids' Guide to Sports Centers and Gyms, plus we've rounded up six Little League baseball drills easy enough to do at home.

School Break Camps: Holiday and Spring Break Camps for Philly Kids

Get them outdoors and into nature with the Schuylkill Center's School Break Camps. Photo courtesy of the center

School breaks are an opportunity for Philly families to recharge their batteries and find time for reprieve. However, some parents may still need to work a day or two while the kids are off from school. Find fun for your school age children with some of the amazing camps available throughout the Delaware Valley. We have rounded up many excellent camp opportunities to keep children engaged in nature, art, science, and drama. With such variety, Philly kids are sure to have a great break.

For those luck enough to have off a day or two during break, be sure to browse through our events calendar and schedule time for family fun.

Secrets to Ichetucknee Springs State Park with Kids

Spend a relaxing day tubing the pristine waters of Ichetucknee Springs State Park. Photo by Jackie Jones

Just over two hours north of Orlando lies one of Florida's greatest gems: Ichetucknee Springs State Park. My family visited this gorgeous Florida park to explore the park's natural lazy river (dubbed as "Florida's best location for river tubing" by the Travel Channel). During our adventure, the water was cool and clear (it stays a constant 72 degrees all year) and surrounded by a lush canopy of trees. With warm weather just around the corner, Ichetucknee Springs is an excellent day trip for families looking to get outdoors.

Prom Dress Shopping Guide for Atlanta Teens

Prom season is here and that means major shopping for prom dresses in Atlanta. Check out these great options to find the perfect Atlanta prom dress!

Shopping with Atlanta teens for prom dresses can be a fun and challenging experience. A teen may have her own vision of the "perfect" prom look but making the dream a reality requires lots of style options and knowledgeable staff. We've rounded up our favorite Atlanta shops for prom dresses that offer gorgeous options at all price points, especially those Atlanta stores that focus on the specific needs of teens, with classic and trendy colors, lengths, fabrics, and cuts.

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