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KIDS CAN PLAY VETERINARIAN WITH PLUSH ANIMALS IN THE “STUFFED ANIMAL CARE-IUM”
Young guests can tend to plush animals, just as marine biologists and veterinarians care for real animals, in the “Stuffed Animal CARE-ium,” a special exhibit open from July 1 through Labor Day at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk.
Try Your Hand at These 4 Westchester Escape Rooms
How do you respond when the heat is on? Try your hand at these great escape facilities to find out.
fodada: a new kind of clothing company
It’s not often that you hear of a dad-inspired clothing line, especially one with a powerful message behind it. So we are more than happy to shine a light on the incredible, sometimes under-appreciated, male figures in our children’s lives. The Local Moms Network...
22 Must-Do Activities to Make This Your Best Westchester Summer Yet
Our guide to getting the most fun out of the county over the next few months.
Summer Salad: Garbanzo’s with Creamy Dill Dressing
{Ingredients} For the Salad: 1/2 C Wheat Berries *For GF try Quinoa or Brown Rice 2 C Water Big Pinch of Fine Sea Salt 1 1/2 C Cooked Garbanzo (Chickpea) Beans (or 1, 15 oz can, rinsed) 1 1/2 C Red Bell Pepper about 1 large pepper, diced 1 1/2 C Green Bell...
Frozen Watermelon Mules
Tis The Season For Frozen Watermelon Mules! Frozen watermelon makes these mules extra slushy. Don’t worry if you don’t have time to freeze the fruit — just add ice!
Why Women Need Their Girlfriends
With a quick glance, I knew they were on a girls’ weekend. All the signs were there — coolers and cocktails, beach bags with romance novels, straw hats, umbrellas in the sand — but most telling of all was their laughter. Lots and lots of laughter, the kind that draws attention and curiosity from anyone in earshot.
Want happier, calmer kids? Simplify their world.
If the schedules and screens are making you feel like you’re losing track of or losing touch with your child, it’s time to simplify. The benefits of simplifying your child’s world are many.
Letter to My Teenage Son: My Job is to be a Good Parent
“My Job Is Being A Parent”
Sesame Place is world's first theme park designated as a Certified Autism Center
Sesame Place is world’s first theme park designated as a Certified Autism Center
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST FRUIT AND CHEESE BOARD
The beauty of making a Fruit and Cheese Platter is that you get to customize it with all of your favorite fruits and cheeses. I will share some of the most popular fruit and cheese combinations but the sky is the limit as to what you put on your cheese plate. I will...
Should I enroll my child in an acting class?
Acting is just communicating. Speaking. Having a conversation.
6 Things You’re Recycling Wrong
Can you recycle coffee cups or greasy pizza boxes? If you’re tossing things in the recycling bin out of sheer hope, you might be an “aspirational recycler.”
Fathers Day Gift Guide
Father’s Day is around the corner and we’ve rounded up some great gifts for that special man in your life! Add some hugs and kisses from you and the kiddos and he’s guaranteed a smile on his face! Happy Father’s Day!
Rye Brook's 36th Birthday!
Saturday, June 16th 12pm-4pm at Crawford Park
Wiggle Worm Gardening and Composting Workshop For the Entire Family!
Come spend an informative, fun and educational morning under the pavilion at Rye Town Park with Monique Bosch (aka “The Worm Lady”). This will be a hands-on gardening and composting workshop suitable for all ages.
5 Cute Crafts for Father’s Day
We’ve scoured Pinterest so you don’t have to and we’re loving these easy and fun DIY crafts to do with the kids this Father’s Day. Dad is sure to love them, too and the kids will enjoy making him something special. Happy crafting! You Nailed It Footprint Card Father’s...
Westchester Children's Museum 2nd Birthday!
Our goal is to raise $30,000 in 30 days.
Will you help us get there?
Color and How it Creates Interiors – By Chris Roughan of Roughan Interiors
As an interior designer, I get asked a number of times of what color choice should I use for my dining room, living room, bedroom etc.? My answer is simple, the color that invites the feeling you want to convey. Color is very important and creates the initial feeling...
13 Ways to Boost Your Daughter’s Self-Esteem
How to help girls build confidence based on what they can do, not what they look like