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Why Tennis is Great for Families!
The new Chelsea Piers Tennis Director Jonathan Engeltbretch is a dad of two who knows the lifelong benefits of tennis and its impact on families better than most. We interviewed him to learn more about his experiences teaching his daughters the sport of a lifetime.
You’ve Been Booed! Rye and Rye Brook Moms Edition
Let’s make the most of October and Halloween in the neighborhood! This is a simple way to let your neighbors know you are thinking about them and to get everyone excited for Halloween – the kids will be so thrilled about it! Here’s how it Works: Download two copies of...
Fall 2021 Skincare & Beauty Picks!
New York Times, Vogue and Forbes beauty writer Kari Molvar shares her go-to products this season.
2021 Private School Guide
The Right Pond EducationFinding the right school for your child can feel overwhelming because it is so important, and it can be a game changer for your child and for your family as a whole. Luckily, the private school application process is a positive one, and the...
Winter Clothes For Kids We Love!
Recently, we shared our favorite Back-to-School shopping secret weapon—Rockets of Awesome. This mom-founded kids brand is not only fun and fashionable (seriously, we wish these clothes came in our size!) but their subscription and online shopping options make it super...
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins!
Bake up some fall this weekend!
Pumpkin Patches for the 2021 Fall Season!
October is here and pumpkin picking is an activity that we all look forward to year after year! Whether you’re looking to make a quick stop or a day trip, there is a pumpkin patch for you. Scroll down for a list of pumpkin patches nearby! Bishops Orchard 1355 Boston...
Filet Sandwich with Horseradish Recipe!
Layla shares her favorite football game day meal!
Book a Family Photoshoot with Shoott!
Now that Back to School season is underway, the holidays will be here before we know it. As crazy as that sounds, Christmas is just about four months away—so it’s the perfect time to take holiday photos for cards. That’s why we are thrilled to partner with Shoott, a...
Can School Really be Magical?
The Klein family at Tyler’s graduation. It’s every mom’s wish for her child to be excited to learn. At St. Luke’s School, teachers and staff go Above and Beyond to connect with students, craft a strong academic curriculum, and create experiences that spark a lifelong…
Where to go Apple Picking!
It's that time fo year again... time for apple picking! Pick your own has already begun at some farms in Connecticut and New York and will continue through October. It's one of the fall activities we all look forward to every year and luckily it's an activity that can...
Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini and Basil Recipe!
Another family-friendly winner from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore.
Meet a Mom: Professional Organizer Teresa Dinneen!
The Lifestyled organizer and stylist shares her top trade secrets for busy parents.
The Pandemic & ADHD: Why More Moms Are Being Diagnosed
More time at home and less help has pushed moms already on the edge to get help.
Roast Chicken with Thyme & Honey
This Roast Chicken with Thyme and Honey, from Leah Koenig's The Jewish Cookbook, is one of those go-to meals that works as well for holiday dinners as it does for family meals all Fall long. Says Leah: "Flavored with sweet honey and an herbaceous hit of thyme,...
Back to School: Get Kids Active
Dr. Samantha Smith, pediatric orthopedist, at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital provides tips on how kids should approach becoming active again for fall sports through stretching and slowly increasing their exercise levels.
Mario Cuomo Bridge Lighting in Honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
“914”…not just an area code, but a date to remember forever! On the evening of September 14th, in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, The Mario Cuomo Bridge will light up the night in GOLD. Pediatric Cancer Foundation wants the world to recognize...
Our Pups deserve some Back to School Training too!
Back to school time for kids is the perfect time to start homeschooling your pup! Active Dog offers several levels of training packages; ranging from a basic recap to those more difficult problems, and our trainer Sarah is here to help! Head to our website to set your pup up for success!
Help Our Neighbors Amazon Wish List
Thanks to the amazing detective work of @dohlife, we have created an Amazon wish list of items that our neighboring residents in Rye, Rye Brook and Port Chester are in desperate need to help them as they navigate their way in the aftermath of Ida. Many of you have...
Generation 9/11: An Interview with the Filmmaker
Liz Mermin featured seven of the children who lost dads in the terrorist attacks 20 years ago.