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27 Beautiful Parks In Westchester
Westchester is full of places to enjoy the great outdoors! Whether you’re in the mood for a bit of hiking, birdwatching, a picnic, or a day with your four-legged best friend, these are the parks you should be heading to!
One of Connecticut’s Top Pizza Now Available in Port Chester
The pie is famous. So famous that countless media outlets — New York Magazine, First We Feast, The Daily Meal, and Serious Eats, among others — have sung the praises of the Stamford original.
Banana Ice Cream Courtesy of NSK
Just in time for the heat wave, The New School Kitchen shared with us a refreshing, tasty and guilt-free ice cream! Treat yourself to seconds and thirds with Ryanna's Banana ice cream ... Gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, vegan and delicious! Ingredients...
Farmers and Friends Family Picnic July 14th @ Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Join Stepping Stones Museum for Children for their first “Farmers and Friends Family Picnic”. The picnic will include a Farmer’s Market with free food samples from local farms, restaurants and stores.
7 Helpful Tips for a Stress Free July 4th Barbecue
Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind so that your guests are not the only ones having a great time at your BBQ this year.
Inspired Start
Inspired Start is the only baby food designed to introduce 8 common allergens. Allergenic foods can be introduced just like any other solid foods, around 4-6 months of age.
10 Must Try Summer Items
Summer’s almost here – beach days, pool parties and BBQs. Here are ten must-try items for this summer, scouted at your local stores. Go ahead and put them on your list!
Do you have a Westchester Park Pass ?
The pass is required to use county-owned parks, pools, beaches, the tennis courts at Tibbets Brook Park and the boat launch at Glen Island Park.
School’s Out With PlateJoy + a Reader Discount
PlateJoy is a meal subscription plan like no other and starts as low as $8 a month. They provide flexibility and go beyond the food by opting out of boxes packed with dry ice and plastic containers to do a little more for our environment.
Early Lingo Provides Tips for Teaching Your Child a New Language
While learning another language may seem daunting to many of our generation whose first exposure to language was in high school, for children it’s completely natural and easy!
American Roots Music Festival June 23rd Katonah
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Aimee Mann, named one of the top-10 living songwriters by NPR Music, headlines the American Roots Music Festival, now in its 8th year.
Frozen Yogurt Blueberries Courtesy of NSK
A tasty little snack in only two ingredients, you’ll love this simple no-cook recipe. Perfect for late Spring when blueberries are at their best, this frozen yogurt treat is naturally sweet and meant to be eaten right after removing from the freezer....
Should I enroll my child in an acting class ?
Acting is just communicating. Speaking. Having a conversation. And don’t we all want our kids to be able to carry on an intelligible conversation? Better yet, don’t we want them to be able to stand up in front of a crowd and voice their opinion with ease and confidence?
Summer Salad: Garbanzo’s with Creamy Dill Dressing
In a small sauce-pot with a tight fitting lid, add the water, wheat berries and pinch of salt. Stir once, bring to a boil. Cover the wheat berries with a lid, turn heat to med-low and simmer for about one hour
How to Raise Kids Who Get Along With (Almost) Everyone
Around age 3, kids will start asking about the differences they see in other people. “You want to respond in a way that doesn’t stifle their natural curiosity,” says Maryam Abdullah, PhD, parenting program director at the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley.
Summer Lawn Care Tips
Follow these summer lawn care tips to avoid potential problems that could damage your summer lawn and landscape.
Mango Green Smoothie Bowl: Courtesy of NSK
Shout out to Ryanna, from The New School Kitchen, for never ceasing to amaze me with delicious, easy to follow, recipes that also make my body feel good!
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.
fodada: a new kind of clothing company
The clothing line that support and celebrates dads! Whether it’s for you or a gift, every purchase funds free programming, here and abroad, that are important to dads and families.
Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Westchester (besides Harrison)
We’ve rounded up all the local celebrations for you to join in on leading up to, and including, the Fourth of July.