Solutions For Parenting In Staten Island
Barbara Russo is a freelance writer who holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the City University of New York. She enjoys playing guitar, following current events, and hanging out with her pet rabbits.
Valentine’s Day is coming up, but it’s so hard to plan a date night when you have a little one—or several little ones. But don’t look for a babysitter just yet! Check out these local places that are offering fun drop-off programs for kids so you can have a Valentine’s date night in Staten Island […]
All aboard for fun! Gather up the family and head to Liberty Science Center in Jersey City for its newest exhibit, Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails, featuring Thomas the Tank and his friends from the popular TV series. The interactive exhibit, which opened Jan. 28, gives kids and their caregivers an opportunity to learn […]
Vroom, vroom vroom! Staten Island, get ready to ride! Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party, an adrenaline-charged event starring everyone’s favorite toy cars in giant glowing form, is coming to our area next month! The action-packed motorsports experience will be at the CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ, Feb. 10-12. Fans of all ages will […]
Sunday, Jan. 22 starts the Lunar New Year, and it’s the Year of the Rabbit! This adorable animal is one of 12 species that make up the Chinese zodiac. But what does the bunny symbolize in the Lunar New Year, an event celebrated by so many people around the world? The Year of the Rabbit […]
Nicole Foto is a New Dorp High School student working to make a difference in her community by raising awareness about skin cancer on Staten Island. The 16-year-old is part of a student-led group called Project Sun Safe Staten Island. At the core of the group is an Instagram campaign that teaches kids and adults […]
There’s a place on Staten Island where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and get lost in nature. It’s a place where you can see marine mammals, exotic birds and cute ground-dwelling creatures—all for free. This charming place is Mount Loretto Unique Area. The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) manages […]
There’s a new doll in the house! She’s My First Barbie, the first-ever Barbie doll specifically designed for preschool-aged children. Now how cool is that? So, what makes My First Barbie different from the other Mattel-made gals? A lot! She’s bigger, softer and has more moveable arms and legs. She’s got a design that’s easier […]
Strike up some indoor family fun! Bowling is a great family activity to enjoy during the cold months—or any time of year. There are many bowling alleys in Staten Island and nearby in Brooklyn, Manhattan and NJ. Many of these bowling alleys offer other activities, too, such as arcades, snack bars and more that your […]
Looking for some fun, free things to do with your little one? Well look no more! We put together some awesome activities you can do with your toddler on Staten Island that are fun, educational, engaging—and free! There are so many free activities for toddlers on Staten Island that can be done almost any time […]
Maple Sugaring on Staten Island and Nearby It’s time to sweeten up your winter-time fun during maple sugaring season, which typically runs late January through February and March. Maple sugaring is a great family activity where you immerse yourself in nature and actually collect sap directly from trees! And the best part is, you can […]
