iPhones, Video Games & Live Pirates Fight Summer Slide in Sleepy Hollow
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Historic Hudson Valley is pairing two things we know kids will love this summer: pirates and video games.
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Day Trip Guide: Top 10 Things to Do at Bear Mountain State Park
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Now that school's almost out and schedules are a little looser, it's a great time to explore with the kids. There’s no shortage of day trips to take in the Hudson Valley, and we know it's hard narrowing down a spot that keeps every family member happy. Nestled against the Hudson River and featuring something for kids of all ages, Bear Mountain State Park in Rockland County is one place our family has returned to each year.
With hiking, paddleboat rentals, a large playground, ample room for picnicking and even a zoo, the park has plenty of options to fill an entire day. Our summer readers will be especially happy to learn the swimming pool opens for the 2017 season on Saturday, June 17. We recently visited the park and have what you need to know about this year-round destination, including our top 10 favorite things to do.
Looking for more things to do in and around the Hudson Valley? Consult our Event Calendar and follow us on Facebook.
Retro Summer Fun: Back in Time at Hudson Valley's Drive-In Movie Theaters
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Despite some chains’ efforts to spruce up their movie theaters, there is still nothing quite like a drive-in movie experience—a summer tradition for our family. Perhaps it’s nostalgia—or the fact that my 4-year-old can chatter throughout the movie without bothering anyone (except his older brother). Before the show, kids play Frisbee and tag in front of the monstrous theater screen, and since the movies start on the later side (it must be dark, after all), half of them are clad in pajamas.
The Lower Hudson Valley is home to several drive-in theaters—a real treat, as these theaters are rapidly diminishing across the U.S. We've got details on theaters in our area, as well as useful tips for enjoying the drive-in with kids.
Looking for more ways to spend your summer? Take a look at our Event Calendar and follow us on Facebook!
2017 Westchester Bestie Guide: Enrichment Programs Winners
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We know Westchester is one of the best places to raise a family, and our Mommy Poppins readers are the ones who help make it that way. We asked you to weigh in on the best enrichment programs, family fun and parenting resources in Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley for our Bestie Awards. We presented an extremely competitive crop of choices, and the people have spoken!
A special thank you to our Bestie Sponsors, Great Wolf Lodge and Quassy Amusement Park and Water Park.
Without further ado, here is your guide to the best of family-friendly Westchester, the 2017 Westchester Besties!
2017 Westchester Bestie Guide: Parenting Resources Winners
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We know Westchester is one of the best places to raise a family, and our Mommy Poppins readers are the ones who help make it that way. We asked you to weigh in on the best enrichment programs, family fun and parenting resources in Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley for our Bestie Awards. We presented an extremely competitive crop of choices, and the people have spoken!
A special thank you to our Bestie Sponsors, Great Wolf Lodge and Quassy Amusement Park and Water Park.
Without further ado, here is your guide to the best of family-friendly Westchester, the 2017 Westchester Besties!
2017 Westchester Bestie Guide: Family Fun Winners
Submitted by Lisa Johnston on
We know Westchester is one of the best places to raise a family, and our Mommy Poppins readers are the ones who help make it that way. We asked you to weigh in on the best enrichment programs, family fun and parenting resources in Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley for our Bestie Awards. We presented an extremely competitive crop of choices, and the people have spoken!
A special thank you to our Bestie Sponsors, Great Wolf Lodge and Quassy Amusement Park and Water Park.
Without further ado, here is your guide to the best of family-friendly Westchester, the 2017 Westchester Besties!
Best Enrichment Programs Winners | Best Parenting Resources Winners
25 Things to Do with Westchester Preschoolers this Summer
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Summer is here! There’s nothing quite like celebrating the season with preschoolers—they approach each day with the curiosity that brings you back to your own childhood.
That said, preschoolers are busy, busy little people, and it gets hard trying to keep them occupied all summer long. Fear not, for we’ve come up with a list of more than two dozen things to do with them this summer in Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley.
Looking for even more activities? Consult our Event Calendar and follow us on Facebook!
Now Open! Westchester's Newest Spot Has Something Better than Ice Cream
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We’ve been on the prowl for the best and most delicious places to eat with kids in Westchester, and we have a new one for our list. Joining Westchester’s ranks of must-try summer stops for frozen delicious treats is Seven Scoops in Yorktown.
Looking for more kid-friendly places to eat? Check out our Restaurant Guide and sign up for our newsletters.