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Read on for my experience with Laundryheap, plus answers to some frequently asked questions. And don’t miss the chance to get 25% off your first three orders with an exclusive code for Mommy Poppins readers.

Free Printable Halloween Coloring Pages for Kids

Just print and color!!

Printable Halloween coloring pages are the perfect way to do a little Halloween decorating with something homemade. Simply print out one of these Halloween coloring pages, let the kids go to town, and hang them up around the house! Here are 15 places to find free printable Halloween coloring pages for kids of all ages, from easy toddler coloring pages to intricate coloring pages for teens. 

If you're looking to download pages any time of the year, don't miss our post on free printable color pages. And if you're looking for more Halloween crafts for kids, you'll find an awesome recipe for monster slime or instructions for making a cardboard haunted house in our list of the best 75 fun Halloween activities for kids.

25 Best Things To Do in Madison, NJ, with Kids

Enjoy the summer concert series at the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts in Madison, New Jersey. Photo courtesy of the museum

Madison, New Jersey, should be on your radar if your family is into history, the arts, or nature. This picturesque Morris County gem has a quaint, small-town vibe with a tight-knit community and a thriving downtown.

Nicknamed Rose City, Madison is a perfect day trip destination that offers lots of things to do, including great restaurants, nearby museums, an awesome playground, and three private colleges in close proximity.

Read on for 25 ways to have a great day in Madison, and take a gander at all our New Jersey City Guides for more day-trip inspo. 

17 Best Things To Do in NYC with Teens

Supersized climbing walls are always a thrill for teens. ​Photo by Jody Mercier

It can be tough to find things to do in New York City for teens. They're too old to want parents to accompany them everywhere, but many teen activities require adult supervision. If your high schooler's social life has been reduced to online gaming or scrolling TikTok, help them mix it up by sharing this roundup of 17 things to do in NYC for teens. They're all engaging activities that teens can do on their own and a few were even created by NYC teens.

Many of these teen activities in NYC are FREE or inexpensive, so you won't have to raise their allowance. Find more things to do in NYC with teens in our Teen and Tweens Guide to NYC and our jam-packed Family Activity Calendar.

Dive Into the Whaling Museum's "Monsters & Mermaids" Exhibit in Cold Spring Harbor

At Monsters & Mermaids explore how human interest in mermaids is timeless.

A visit to the Whaling Museum & Education Center in Cold Spring Harbor is nautical fun for the whole family. This Suffolk County gem is home to historical Long Island maritime exhibits and whaling industry artifacts dating back to the 19th century.

The museum's new exhibition, “Monsters & Mermaids,” transports kids and adults into a mythical world of mermaids, sirens, and legendary deep-sea creatures. Mermaid-loving kids and aspiring ocean explorers, like my little ones, were dazzled by the exhibit's hands-on crafts, interactive oceanic folklore fun, scavenger hunt, and more. 

Read on for details that will help you plan your family’s Whaling Museum adventure, and check out our Guide to the Best Museums for Kids on Long Island for more tips on visiting LI's top cultural instituations. 

8 Things To Do to Celebrate Día de Los Muertos in Atlanta

Celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday with the Dia de Muertos Festival and Cantina Contest on the grounds of Roswell City Hall. Photo courtesy Roswell City Hall

Enjoy the colorful celebration of Dia de los Muertos in Atlanta on November 1 and 2, as well as the end of October. This beautiful holiday pays homage to the spirits of the dead, acknowledges the relationship between the living and the dead, and help people celebrate the memories of their deceased relatives. Dia de los Muertos decor showcases skulls and skeletons, made of various materials (even sugar and icing!) in a festive way, with spirited music, delicious food, and good fun. Take a look at Dia de los Muertos Atlanta events for the whole family!

In addition to Dia de los Muertos, we've got more tasty holiday treats in our Atlanta Halloween Guide

Salem with Kids: 25 Best Things To Do in Salem, MA

Costumed characters abound in Salem, MA in October. Photo by John Andrews, courtesy of Destination Salem

There are so many fun things to do in Salem, MA with kids throughout the year. Costumes are always on in Salem, but the city truly becomes Halloween Town through October. While Halloween has historically been packed with revelers, Witch City is always a great destination for an easy day trip or weekend getaway because there are always things to do in Salem.

It's easy to promise families year-round fun in this historic walkable town with our list of the top things to do in Salem, MA with kids.  For more fun things to do this October, we've rounded up the best kids Halloween events near Boston and loaded up our Halloween Guide with the best of spooky season. 

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