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The Greenburgh Nature Center offers a variety of fun and engaging family programs. Photo courtesy of the Center

What’s Open Now in Westchester For Kids

Here are all the places open and welcoming families in Westchester right now.

Westchester Winter Fun Guide

Discover all the best things to do with Westchester kids this winter, with Mommy Poppins' guide to...

Get ready to jump and play and The Play Place.

Top Indoor Play Spaces Open Now for Westchester Kids

The best places for tots to teens to play indoors this winter.

Legoland New York Resort is poised for a springtime opening thanks to Governor Andrew Cuomo's recent announcement. Photo courtesy of Legoland

Amusement Parks, Summer Camps Get Green Light to Reopen in New York

We've got some good news when it comes to summer plans.

Teatown Lake Reservation offers miles of scenic, easy trails that are as fun to explore in the winter as they are in the summer. Photo by author

9 Winter Hikes to Take With Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These winter hikes are a sure cure for cabin fever.

Hit the lanes at these local bowling alleys in Westchester that are open with safety measures in place.

Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Hit one of these local venues next time you find yourself with some "spare" time.

MADE offers several different party options in-studio or online via Zoom, materials included.

Where to Host Birthday Parties For Westchester Kids in 2021

These local venues and vendors are taking pandemic parties to the next level.

This epic igloo will entertain the whole block (photo taken pre-pandemic).

Snow Games for Kids Beyond Sledding

Embrace the snow day with these snow games.

Catch a thrill on the snow tubing hills at Mt. Peter.

Best Snow Tubing Spots Near New York City

These slopes in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania offer family-friendly snow tubing.

Maple Lanes Tours at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum are perfect for little legs! Photo courtesy of the Museum

Where To Go Maple Sugaring in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Get outside and explore the art of maple sugaring at these family-friendly spots.

Snow day activities keep kids' hands busy all day!

45 Snow Day Boredom Busters for Kids

Keep them happily entertained on a snow day before sledding begins.

A day on the slopes is the perfect way to enjoy the season. Photo by Ally Noel

Winter Fun List: 30 Fun Things To Do With Westchester Kids This Winter

Beat the winter blues with these picks for seasonal fun.

Mexican Instant Pot Quinoa warms on a chilly night.

10 Easy Instant Pot Recipes for Weeknight Dinners

Easy recipes that get dinner on the table in an instant.

Westchester has sledding hills for everyone from tots to teens. Photo by Marisa Iallonardo

The Best Sledding Hills in Westchester for Kids

Here's where to head when the flakes start to fly this winter.

Lego plus sand means a fun sensory bin!

30 Days of Indoor Activities for Kids

Games, baking projects, and crafts galore will entertain all ages.

The Emerson Resort and Spa is a picturesque home away from home nestled in the Catskills. Photo courtesy of the resort

10 Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways for NYC-Area Families

These family-friendly getaways are all drive-able for a quick escape.

Families masked up and headed outdoors in 2020.

10 Things Families Resolve To Do More of in 2021

Even a dumpster fire of a year can yield happy revelations.

Kids classes like judo help kids learn new skills

Classes Guide for Westchester Kids

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Westchester, from fully virtual enrichment...

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

Beacon, New York, offers a picturesque Main Street to explore and plenty more family-friendly destinations.

35 Things to Do with Kids in Beacon on a Hudson Valley Day Trip

There's fun to be had in all seasons at this cute Hudson Valley town.

Rockefeller State Park Preserve offers a rainbow of fall foliage to take in during the autumn.

7 Stunning Spots to View Fall Foliage in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

These are our favorite spots to see the season's colors.

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.

Lake Minnewaska draws you into the stunning preserve that bears its name.

7 Things to Do at Minnewaska State Park Preserve With Kids

Minnewaska State Park is a family-friendly all-season destination.

Bretton Woods Stables offers sleigh rides across the grounds of the Omni Mount Washington resort. Photo courtesy of the resort

25 Must-Do Christmas Events and Activities in New England with Kids in 2020

Experience storybook-worthy Christmastime towns and activities, from sleigh rides to igloo dining.

Test your comfort zone at the Bronx Zoo's Treetop Adventure..

Adventure Parks, Zip Lines, and Ropes Courses Near NYC

Release your inner daredevil at these treetop-skimming parks.

Kids can run, swing, slide, and even make music at Sally’s Dream Playground. Photo by the author

Top Playgrounds in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

With playgrounds newly reopened, here are our destination worthy picks.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

Roasting lunch over the fire - covid style with masks at the Rewilding School. Photo courtesy of the school

Fun Outdoor Classes for Kids in Westchester

These outdoor classes offer built-in social distancing.

Westchester Winter Fun Guide

Discover all the best things to do with Westchester kids this winter, with Mommy Poppins' guide to...

On Bicycle Sundays, the Bronx River Parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers, and joggers. Photo courtesy of the Westchester County Police Dept.

Best Bike Rides in and Near Westchester for Family Cycling

Cycle your way through the county on these scenic bike paths.

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

New York's Hudson Valley has tons of kid-friendly hiking trials to choose from. Photo courtesy of Hike It Baby

Easy New York State Park Hikes for Families

These kid-friendly trails are perfect for exploring nature with the whole family.

The Colors of Us can help kids talk about race and see differences as strengths.

21 Kids' Books About Racism, By Age

Books can help parents and kids wade through a difficult time and complex issue.

Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!! Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Photo by Ally Noel

Working From Home with Kids: A Big List of Activities To Keep Kids Busy

Juggling homeschooling while maintaining a work schedule is not easy. These ideas help.

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Best Math Apps for Kids

These mostly free apps to reinforce math concepts learned during the school year.

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

Pull out a block, place it on top but don't let the tower fall in the fun and challenging Jenga.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting.

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun

Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.

Photo courtesy of Kodable

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

These kids movies are classic hits!

50 Best Kids' Movies for Family Movie Night

These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.

Indoor Balloon Tennis Activity

Create this fun tennis game with a couple of paper plates and popsicle sticks.

Hand them a pail and a spoon, er, shovel, and let kids dig in the dirt.

Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard

Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

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These winter hikes are a sure cure for cabin fever.

Play hockey or twirl on the ice at Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park in North Salem.

Outdoor Ice Skating Ponds and Rinks For Westchester Families

Embrace the cold and check out these outdoor ice skating ponds and rinks nearby.

Access to Olana’s 250-acre landscape is free, and a visit is a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors. Photo courtesy of the State Historic Site

Day Trip to Olana State Historic Site to See Frederic Church's Living Masterpiece

This grand estate gives visitors a glimpse of all the Hudson Valley offers.

DIA Beacon offers more than 240,000-square-feet of light-drenched gallery space for its larger-than-life masterpieces.

Exploring DIA Beacon the Hudson Valley's Large-Scale Art Destination

See unique art in a warehouse-like space perfect for social distancing.

Cross-country skiing is easily accessible from NYC.

Cross-Country Skiing Near NYC: Where to Hit the Trails With Kids

Fresh powder means its time to slap on some skis.