Philly families, rejoice! In what might be some of the best news of the season, playgrounds, spraygrounds, and splash pads around Philadelphia have been given the green light to reopen. Philadelphia officials announced the upcoming reopening of the area's spraygrounds on Monday, June 8.

The city's public swimming pools won't reopen in 2020 due to precautions over the coronavirus health crisis, but spraygrounds can reopen July 6, offering a spot for kids to cool down during summer's heat. Philly playgrounds are already open under the city's Safer-at-Home phase yellow. Read on for details and check out what else is reopening in the Philly area.

Here in Los Angeles, art is everywhere—and you can enjoy it even when our fabulous museums are closed. LA has plenty of beautiful and inspiring street art, from giant wall murals to painted utility boxes.  Seemingly everywhere you look, there's a street display that's colorful and thought-provoking, not to mention Instagram-worthy. And in this time of so much uncertainty, the messages street art conveys can be uplifting. In fact, in the aftermath of some of the damage that occurred when looters hijacked recent protests and demonstrations, street art has helped communities heal.

Here are some of our favorite photo op street murals for LA families.

After months of staying cooped up in the house, it's time to hit the road and explore all New Jersey has to offer this summer. Due to the pandemic and statewide closings, road trip options are a bit more limited than prior seasons, but there are still plenty of fun day trips in New Jersey. NJ state parks are open for hiking and biking. Most of New Jersey's beaches are open with social distancing guidelines. Brand-new drive-through activities offer unique opportunities for family day trips in New Jersey, too. 

Need more inspiration? Check out our Summer Fun Guide for NJ Kids for even more NJ day trips.

Ready to get out and see a bit of the world again? Or maybe just take a drive? We've rounded up 17 summer day trips near NYC just right for area families ready to make a break for it. These destinations are all within easy driving distance from NYC, Long Island, and Westchester.

The tristate area is in various stages of reopening, so we've done our best to pick outdoor day trips from NYC where maintaining some social distance is possible. No matter where you travel, don't forget to bring your masks along (they're required in New York state and encouraged most places), plus plenty of hand sanitizer.

Visit our Days Trips Guide for more summer getaway inspiration, and our National Travel Guide if you're ready to wander further afield.

New York City is examining a range of ways to reopen public schools in the fall, including staggered schedules and potentially more remote learning, according to a letter Chancellor Richard Carranza sent to school staff earlier this week. The chancellor breaks down the reopening plans into an eight-point "Fall Framework" and points out that there are still many unknowns.

While the letter does not offer a firm NYC school reopening date other than September, the city's mayor hinted that September 10 is a possibility during a Thursday press conference. Mayor Bill de Blasio referenced the date several times in responding to questions about the school reopening plan, saying, it's "impossible to say, 'Here's exactly what's going to happen on September 10, 2020,'" and "there's going to be a certain number of parents that even if school was open to all in person, they're not going to be ready necessarily on September 10 to send their child back."

Read on for the full contents of the chancellor's letter to learn more about what the new normal might look like for NYC's 1.1 million students come fall, including a combination of in-person and online instruction, split schedules, social distancing protocols, enhanced health measures, and more.

Give Father’s Day 2022 an extra special homemade touch with these DIY gifts from the kids.

Homemade Father’s Day crafts, gifts, cards, and desserts are the perfect way to show dad just how much he means. Create the perfect Father's Day card from the kids using candy, footprints, or even potatoes. Love and a little bit of frosting are all you need to whip up these desserts. So go ahead and grab the kids for some easy Father's Day crafts.

When it comes to the swim season, summer 2020 has got everyone in PA asking “Will they or won’t they?” Will Philly area pools and lakes be open for swimming or will these facilities, due to health concerns, be forced to close the beaches and pools until next year? But thankfully, as the state of Pennsylvania moves from the red to yellow phase and yellow to green, news is starting to improve for families looking to cool off this summer with a dip in the pool or a day at the beach. That doesn’t mean it’s all good news, however. So where exactly can Philly area families go right now for a swim? We’ve got the scoop so grab your swimsuits and sunscreen and read on!

For ideas on stay-at-home fun, check out our Stay-at-Home Guide or nab a spot at summer camp with our Phildaelphia Summer Camps Guide.

Connecticut is getting ready to open a slew of family entertainment venues for Phase 2 of Reopen Connecticut. In addition to beaches, parks, campgrounds, and summer camps, there is big news about amusement parks, pools, movie theaters, and other indoor recreation preparing to welcome guests again. The Governor has announced that many of these venues can reopen in time for Father’s Day weekend. Connecticut businesses are still deciding when and how to open, but there are several safety measures you can expect across the board, including face coverings, limited capacity, and enforced social distance guidelines. Many venues are anticipating advance registration requirements or reservations as well as contactless payment.

Read on for the latest reopenings in Connecticut.