Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner

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Free Printable Halloween Coloring Pages for Kids

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 8:09am

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

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 6:01am

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.

Quirky New Jersey Museums and Attractions for Kids

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Fri, 10/11/2024 - 10:47am

Step into the world of Grimm's fairy tales at Fairy Tale Forest in Oak Ridge, NJ. Photo courtesy of Fairy Tale Forest

New Jersey has some weird, wonderful, and unique attractions for when you feel like exploring someplace new and different with the kids. The attractions we've curated below give kids a fascinating look into a world of fairy tales, insects, surfing, trains, and more.

If you're ready to wander off the beaten path, here are 15 unique museums and quirky spots that have all the makings of a memorable family outing. Find more ideas for a great day out in our Guide to Museums and Art for New Jersey Kids.

Best Family Fun Centers & Indoor Amusement Parks in New Jersey

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Fri, 08/23/2024 - 9:12am

The Funplex has two New Jersey locations for families to explore and enjoy.

We rounded up New Jersey's best indoor family fun centers where toddlers, kids, and teens can burn off some energy. These spots are perfect places to bring the kids when it's too hot, cold, or rainy to be outside.

Whether you're into trampolines, laser tag, or play mazes, we've got something for everyone on this list.

Check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids for more great indoor play spots.

Family Dinner Table Games for Restaurants and At Home

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Thu, 08/15/2024 - 12:00pm

Playing dinner table games can really help the family bond at mealtime.

Dinner table games can mean the difference between a pleasant meal with kids or a chaotic one, especially if you're aiming for a screen-free dinner. These 25 dinner table games for kids and families will help keep the peace (and your sanity), jump-start conversations and family bonding, and make dinner time fun again. They are perfect to slip into a restaurant or play at home.

If you want to continue the fun after dinner, here's a list of the 100 best board games for kids and family game night. You can find it—plus lists of more fun games, toys, crafts, and more—in our Boredom Busters for Kids Guide.

12 Affordable Family Vacation Ideas for End-of-Summer Escapes on the East Coast

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Sun, 07/21/2024 - 7:05am

The boardwalk, the beach and the rides-Wildwood makes for a memorable summer vacation. Photo courtesy of WIldwood

Summer's in full swing, and if you haven't planned a great getaway, there's still time to pull off a memorable and budget-friendly family vacation on the East Coast.

From Washington, D.C. to New England, there are lots of great places for East Coast families to unwind and enjoy some family time not too far from home. Here are 12 family vacation ideas that won't break the bank.

Find more great vacation ideas in our Family Travel Guide.

Inflatable Water Parks in New Jersey

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Fri, 07/05/2024 - 12:03pm

The Totally Tubular Aqua Park offers 8,500 square feet of wet-and-wild fun in Ocean City. Photo courtesy of Totally Tubular

Inflatable water parks with floating obstacle courses are the latest summertime craze, popping up in lakes and bays in New Jersey. These installations are a mix of obstacle courses and bouncy houses on the water—and they're incredibly fun, especially for older kids.

Find more ways to beat the heat in our Garden State Guide to Beaches and Lakes. And check out our Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide for tons of other dog-day activities.

Best Blueberry Picking Farms and Festivals in New Jersey for Pick-Your-Own Berries

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Wed, 07/03/2024 - 12:14pm

Pick blueberries to your heart's content at Happy Day Farm in Manalapan.

The best blueberry-picking farms in New Jersey offer the perfect summer activity for the whole family: The bushes are low, the berries easily pop off the plants, and your family can literally pick hundreds without breaking the bank. Luckily for us, blueberries are the official state fruit of New Jersey, and they are plentiful throughout the Garden State.

We’ve assembled this Guide to the Best Pick-Your-Own Farms in New Jersey, so read on for our recommendations on where to go blueberry picking in New Jersey with kids. Find tons of other great things to do in the Garden State this season in our Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide.