4th of July Fireworks: Where to Celebrate with Families in Westchester
Independence Day is right around the corner and that means summer fun, barbeques and, of course, stunning firework shows! Fireworks go hand in hand with the 4th of July so the big question is, where to...
View ArticleUp, Up and Away with the Hudson Valley Balloon Festival!
What kid doesn’t love a balloon? The regular type tied to a string brings smiles and squeals of delight. Now just imagine a sky filled with them…huge ones! Kids of all ages are thrilled each year at...
View ArticleWestchester Pool Party for Kids: Best Outdoor Swimming Pools for Children's...
Temperatures are on the rise in Westchester and if your kid is lucky enough to have a summer birthday, why not throw an awesome pool party to commemorate the occasion? Nothing beats a pool party for...
View ArticleJoin Us for the Summer of Play Challenge! Share Your Play to Win!
Even though summer should be a time to forget about schedules, to-do lists and responsibilities, it can be too easy to let these sweet, steamy days go by without truly slowing down for some good,...
View ArticleUltimate Summer Play List: 100 Fun Activities for Kids
Yesterday we kicked off our SUMMER OF PLAY, a season-long initiative to get families up and playing throughout the school break. To help get you started, we've come up with the ultimate summer play...
View ArticleMusic Under the Stars at West Point Academy: Kid Friendly Summer Concert...
Outdoor concerts are one of the surest signs that summer has arrived. For our family, West Point’s Music Under the Stars series at Trophy Point is a summer night non-negotiatble. Set on a small point...
View ArticleDIY Kid-Lit Camp: Summer Fun Inspired by Children’s Books
Summer is a great time to catch up on reading, and not just because the local library gives out prizes (though we are big fans of prizes). Whether your kids are nose-in-book types or the sort that...
View Article6 Destination Parks for Westchester Families: Picnic, Play and Fun for...
Westchester County and the lower Hudson Valley area are brimming with beautiful state, county and local parks that are wonderful places to pass a few hours in the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley....
View Article25 Water Activities for Kids: A Summer of Play Essential
Due to a recent shift in my career path, I'm staying home with my kids this summer—all 10 weeks of it! There will be no camp to tire them out or nanny to occupy their time. Just one big SUMMER OF PLAY....
View ArticleFamilies Can Explore All NYC Has to Offer This Summer
I am constantly telling my kids how lucky they are to live so close to New York City—especially in the summer. From beautiful parks and beaches to a variety of attractions and entertainment, all five...
View Article10 Outdoor Games from the 70s that It’s Time to Teach Your Kids
Ever notice how when folks talk about summers back in the day they say things like, “We just went outside and played and we survived.” Yes, surviving is a great achievement, but we can set our sights a...
View Article5 Great Campgrounds for Westchester Families
It happens to me every year. Friday afternoon rolls around and meteorologists are predicting the most beautiful weekend of the season. We have half a tank of gas in the car, our tent is lying in the...
View Article10 Cool Car Games for Road Trips & Other Boring Backseat Moments
Sometimes Mom and Dad's ideas for summertime play involve hopping in the car and getting out of Dodge. Many of us have fond childhood memories of family road trips taken with our own parents, but now...
View ArticleNew York Renaissance Faire with Kids: A Fun Trip Way Back in Time for the...
The New York Renaissance Faire has taken over Sterling Forest on August and September weekends since 1977. A 65-acre recreation of a period village with lots of activities and entertainment, the Renn...
View ArticleOur Summer of Play: The Ways We Played & Ideas for a Summer of Play Bash
Here at Mommy Poppins, we enjoyed spending quality time with our kids during our SUMMER OF PLAY CHALLENGE, and we're thrilled that it resonated with our readers, too. Hundred of parents from across the...
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