Exciting New Ice Skating Rink Set to Open at Domino Square this Winter

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Domino Square is set to be a community hub and brings a new ice skating rink to Williamsburg this winter. Rendering courtesy of Two Trees Management

The leaves may have just started turning, but the excitement for winter sports is already knocking on New Yorkers' doors. Some of our favorite outdoor ice skating rinks are already opening for the season, and there's a brand new on one the horizon, too!

Two Trees Management, the developer and manager of Domino Park, has announced the opening of a brand-new ice skating rink at Domino Square—the one-acre public plaza set to function as a year-round community space. The new square is an extension of Domino Park, which was built on the site of the historic Domino Sugar Refinery.

Area 53 Is the Solution To Fun on Bad Weather Days in NYC

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Hone your battle skills at Area 53 NYC's Adventure Park. Photo by Diana Kim

If your tween or teen has the energy to burn, we have found the place for them: Area 53 NYC is home to a ton of action-packed adventures spread over a trio of locations in Brooklyn. Area 53 NYC offers laser tag, paintball, mini-bowling, and an indoor adventure park with a dozen games and activities.

Read on for our review of these thrilling attractions—as well as our parent-tested, know-before-you-go intel, pulled together after visiting with three kids ages 8-16.

Best Baby & Kids Ear Protection for Concerts and Crowds

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Headphones like these from 3M Kids help protect kids' hearing so you can enjoy loud activities together.

As parents, keeping our kids' ears safe in noisy environments is so important. Whether you're at a fun concert, a big sporting event, or a crowded festival, loud noises can be overwhelming for young children and can even cause lasting hearing damage. That’s why finding the right ear protection for babies, toddlers, and even teenagers is a must.

Here is some of the best ear protection for concerts and other events for babies, toddlers, kids, and teens. Options range from soft ear muffs for infants to high-quality ear protection for older kids and teens.

Check out our Guide to the Best Baby and Kid Gear for more must-have items for your children, from road trip essentials to the best bunk beds.

Not-So-Scary Halloween Events in New Jersey for Preschoolers

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Enjoy specialty food, hay rides, and plenty of fun and games at Diggerland's Diggerfest. Photo courtesy of Diggerland

New Jersey offers plenty of not-too-scary Halloween celebrations perfect for the preschool set. From trunk-or-treats to over-the-top events at amusement parks and zoo celebrations, these safe activities let toddlers experience the magic of Halloween. Good news for parents: Many of them are FREE!

Read on for dozens of fun and preschool-friendly Halloween events in New Jersey, plus a couple of extra-special events just over the border in Pennsylvania. You can find even more seasonal events in our Guide to New Jersey Fall Fun and Guide to Halloween Events in New Jersey.

Peek Inside the New CMOM as it Unveils Plans for a Sprawling UWS Space Opening in 2028

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CMOM has revealed plans for its new, permanent space on 96th Street and Central Park West. Rendering courtesy CMOM/by darcstudio

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan unveiled new details of its $300 million transformation this week. Overlooking Central Park at Central Park West and West 96th Street, the historical church-turned-to-museum will transform into an 8,000-square-foot bustling hub for children and families throughout the city, giving CMOM more than twice the visitor capacity of its current location. The new CMOM is expected to open its door in 2028.

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