Holiday Markets in New York City 2013
New York City is a flurry of holiday shopping at this time of year. There are wonderful seasonal markets all over town selling crafts, unique boutique goods, food and more. These cool local spots...
View ArticleTeaching Kids to Give Back: 5 Easy Ways to Volunteer from Home with Toddlers...
So it begins: the season of giving. Whether giving thanks or giving presents, many of us are lucky to be able to do both. Sure, video games and gadgets are on the top of their lists, but why not give...
View ArticleNYC Christmas Tree and Menorah Lightings Better Than Rockefeller Center 2013
You don't have to brave Rockefeller Center to witness a fabulous Christmas tree lighting. We've rounded up tree lightings (and menorah, snowflake and building illuminations) that are much less crowded,...
View ArticleBest Places to Take Pictures with Santa in NYC
When it comes to Santa, my children have been around the block once or twice. They've sat on the laps of just about every Kris Kringle in town, making googly-eyes and whispering sweet nothings into...
View ArticleBreakfast with Santa in NYC: 8 Holiday Brunches for Kids and Families
We've already told you about the best places to take photos with Santa in New York City. But what if your kid wants a heartier visit with the big red guy? In that case, a tasty breakfast with Santa (or...
View ArticleThe Most Spectacular Holiday Light Displays in and Around NYC
Going to visit over-the-top holiday and Christmas light displays in New York City is a popular seasonal activity. It seems like every year the installations get more and more elaborate. There are even...
View ArticleHoliday Shopping in Queens: 8 Great Stores for Unique Gifts for Kids
When looking for truly unique presents for my family, I skip the big chains and shop locally at some of my favorite independent stores. Lucky for me, many of my go-to gift spots are located right in my...
View ArticleNYC Holiday Windows Walk 2013: Seeing Department Store Christmas Displays...
Taking a leisurely stroll from Macy's to Barneys to look at all of the magical holiday windows is a long-standing tradition for my family. In our pre-parenting days, my husband and I took this walk...
View ArticleMacy's Santaland with NYC Kids: Best Times to Go and Tips for this Special...
While there are plenty of places to see Santa in New York City, none really compares to Macy's Santaland. I realize a lot of natives dismiss it as just for tourists but my family and I think it's a...
View ArticleSpectacular Holiday Lights in Westchester: Three Must-See Holiday Displays...
The holidays are a truly magical time of year in New York City, Westchester and beyond. Everywhere you look there are FREE seasonal sights like illuminated Christmas trees, amazing department store...
View Article10 Holiday Theater Shows for NYC Kids: 5 Under $15, 5 Worth the Splurge
'Tis the season to get the gang all dressed up to see some holiday shows. While there are certainly lots of spectacles to splurge on beyond the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, if you've got young...
View ArticleMidnight Mass with NYC Kids: Family-Friendly Christmas Eve Services
Yesterday we shared festive ways to celebrate Christmas Eve with kids in New York City. But we know many families may be looking for a more formal way to celebrate the season while praying for peace on...
View ArticleChristmas Eve with NYC Kids 2013: 12 Festive Ways for Families to Celebrate
Christmas Eve falls on a Tuesday this year. While we realize some of you may need to pick up a few last-minute gifts, we hope you and your family are able to find time to get into the spirit of the...
View ArticleWhat's Open on Christmas Day in NYC 2013: 10 Things to Do with Kids After...
The gifts have been ripped open, the insane plastic packaging dismantled and the batteries installed. Dinner won't be ready for hours and the kids are totally stir crazy. What else can you do on...
View ArticlePhotos of the Best Holiday Light Displays in NYC: 8 Must-See Christmas Houses
Manhattan may boast the best department store holiday windows in NYC, but when it comes to homes decked out for the season, the outer boroughs have got it beat. I'm not talking about a few strings of...
View Article25 Things to Do With NYC Kids Over Holiday Break
Ever since my son started school, there just isn't enough free time for us to enjoy all of the great things New York City has to offer during the holiday season. That's why we love holiday break. We...
View Article5 More Must-See Holiday Displays in Midtown NYC: Light Shows, Gingerbread...
Strolling through Midtown Manhattan during the holidays is a magical experience (save for the inevitable hordes). Everywhere you look there are amazing seasonal sights like holiday department store...
View ArticleChristmas Lights around Mommy Poppins Cities: Holiday Eye Candy!
One of my favorite holiday activities when I was a kid was going for an evening ride to look at the Christmas lights - and it remains one of my Christmastime pleasures to this day. If a drive in search...
View ArticleWhere to Donate Kids' Clothes, Toys and More in NYC During the Holidays and...
With two adults and three kids in my family's typically small NYC apartment, the holiday season stresses me out. Not because of all the things I need to do, but because of all the gifts I know are...
View ArticleRecycle Your Christmas Tree: MulchFest NYC 2014
The holiday season is coming to a close, so whether you went and cut down your own Christmas tree or bought it at the corner deli, it's time to start thinking about how you are going to get rid of it....
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