Jaime Sumersille

Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.

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Fitness Classes for Long Island Kids That Are Pure Fun

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 10:00am

Exercise is an important part of staying healthy, both physically and mentally. But between video games and iPads, it can be hard to motivate kids to be active. Get the kids off the couch and out of the house with these child-geared fitness and exercise classes across Long Island. Your child will have fun while keeping fit and learn lifelong health lessons.

For more fun ideas to keep the kids occupied, check out our Classes Guide.

Long Island Kids' Activities March 28-29: Egg Hunts, The Wizard of Oz, Elephant & Piggie, The Adventures of Perseus

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/25/2015 - 10:00pm

Get ready to hunt... for eggs that is! Various eggstravaganzas, spring spectaculars and egg hunts are scheduled for this weekend across Long Island. Live theater, crafts and nature-filled activities are also available. Spring is desperately trying to show its face, so welcome it with some outdoor family fun.

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Long Island Kids' Activities March 21-22: Egg-stravaganzas, St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Live Plays, Family Sundays & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/18/2015 - 10:00pm

Spring officially arrives this weekend, and while we're still waiting for the warmer weather to make an appearance, there is plenty to do across the Island. Catch a play in Smithtown or Bellmore, head out on the high seas on a seal cruise out of Freeport or enjoy some hands on science learning in Port Jefferson. Long Island has it all for families.

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Long Island Kids' Activities March 14-15: St. Patrick's Day Events, Irish Festival, Center for Science Teaching & Learning Open House & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 8:23pm

Now that we've had a taste of (hopefully) warmer temps to come, perhaps the whole gang can enjoy some outdoor St. Patrick's Day fun. Build a Leprechaun Trap at the Maritime Explorium or learn about Irish pirates and create your own Jolly Roger at the Whaling Museum. Craft lucky finger puppets at the Long Island Children's Museum or party it up at As You Wish in Bellmore or Darlings & Divas in Amityville.

Learn-to-Paint Studios for Long Island Families

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 10:00am

While painting parties are all the rage for ladies' night out, kids can also get in the act (minus the wine, of course). Channel your entire family's inner artists to create a masterpiece worthy of your living room wall. All you need to do it is pick up a paint brush and learn how to paint "happy little trees" and more at these Long Island studios/businesses that offer art lessons for families.

And take a look at our guide for other classes, programs and enrichment activities on Long Island.

Long Island Kids' Activities March 7-8: Where I Live, Breakfast With Elsa & Olaf, Mommy & Me Painting, Chinese New Year, Puppet Show & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/04/2015 - 9:00pm

More snow and time spent indoors this week is all the more reason to get up and out. Learn about maple sugaring at Hoyt Farm in Commack or see the classic tale, The Wizard of Oz, come to life on stage in Bellmore. Families can also celebrate Chinese New Year in Roslyn or a puppet show in Sag Harbor.

Long Island Kids' Activities February 28-March 1: Breakfast With Elsa, Irish Step Dancing, Amazing Airplanes, Princess Tea Party & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 10:00pm

Welcome March this weekend by enjoying a bit of the great outdoors or stay inside with some princesses for breakfast or a tea party. There's also several crafting projects on tap this weekend, as well as maple sugaring demonstrations at a Suffolk farm.

6 More Super Cool Party Places for Long Island Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 10:00am

When did planning a kid's birthday party become so stress inducing? Every year, parents feel a certain amount of pressure to find the perfect birthday party place for their child's celebration. After all, you probably don't want to have it at the same venue as last year--or at the same place his friends have already had their parties.

Luckily, there are party places popping up all over Long Island. If you're looking for someplace fresh to host your child's birthday this year, check out these six locations. Whether it's new in town or just new to you, these places offer a variety of birthday fun. From fashion and princesses to painting pottery and sports, we've got you covered.

And for more birthday party ideas, view our Long Island Party Guide.

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