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The Best Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Ideas Picked out the perfect pumpkin? Time to decorate! Whether they are big or small, tall or round, curvy or bumpy, bright orange or starch white, your pumpkin is ready to be transformed into a masterpiece fit for the spook-tacular season! If you are looking for some new…
Best Tutoring & Test Prep Resources in New York Providing our children with the best possible support is paramount in the ever-evolving education landscape. Whether mastering academic subjects, preparing for standardized tests, or cultivating critical learning skills, the right resources can make all the difference. Finding the perfect blend of guidance and resources is…
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18 Last Minute Halloween Costumes Halloween’s two weeks away. Have your kids picked their costumes yet? If they haven’t, it might be a little late to order something from the costume catalogs or even Amazon at this point. But don’t panic: that doesn’t mean your kids will go costumeless this year. We’ve pulled together…
Halloween Books for Kids of All Ages Halloween may be a holiday most associated with costumes and candy, but you should never doubt the power of a good scary story to evoke that imaginative spooky spirit. Halloween provides the perfect opportunity to dive into a world of ghouls, ghosts, witches, and werewolves through the…
Talking to Kids about Israeli–Palestinian Conflict: Helpful Resources for Parents The conflict between Israel and Palestine intensified this past week when Hamas attacked and murdered innocent civilians. Now at war both sides have innocents being killed, and the world is watching while many families, the elderly, and children lose their lives. Here in New York, where…
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Call it leaf peeping, call it fall foliage, call it looking up at the trees; you’ll never be able to describe the beauty of autumn’s changing leaves. Here in New York, we are fortunate to see the multicolored trees in a number of places. In the greenest borough known as Staten Island, we have plenty […]
2024-2025 Fall- Winter Fun Guide for New York Families What is it about fall that is just … the best? Maybe it’s the crisp, cool weather, maybe it’s the pumpkin spice, maybe it’s the nonstop Halloween fun. Whatever it is, we’re here to help you enjoy every minute of it in our 2024 Digital…
Staten Island Parent Day is a fun and educational day that brings together families of all backgrounds to learn, play, and grow together. With a variety of vendors, exhibitions, and activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. From parenting tips and educational resources to entertainment and music, Staten Island Parent Day offers a unique […]
Festivals and Parades in New York City: October 2023 Is there a more exciting month than October? Between the gorgeous fall weather and the endless activities for families, it’s the perfect time to get out of the house (before it gets too cold!) and celebrate Halloween and the autumn season at a fair or festival…
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The Best Spots to Check out Hudson Valley’s Fall Foliage Fall is here, which means time to soak in all the charms that Autumn brings with it, including gorgeous fall foliage. The first spot to hit for New Yorkers is the Hudson Valley area, just starting to show autumnal hues. So start planning your…
