Growing up Jewish and living on Long Island, I never put any thought about what it would be like to raise children as part...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I love Christmas, I mean I LOVE Christmas. It’s always been my most favorite holiday and...
So! Mother's Day is coming up! (So get that card in the mail.) Here is my Mother's Day gift guide, for anyone looking for...
We are sharing a run down of our favorite local holiday events to take your families to!
Tree Lightings
Featured Event
Light the Village and Train Hop,...
I have loved Christmas since I was a child.
As an adult, though, I'm experiencing Christmas overload. I am overwhelmed with all things Christmas. I...
If there is one thing I can never get enough of, other than good pizza, sleeping in, and Love Island, it has to be...
Early one Halloween morning way back in the dark ages (okay, the late 70s), my mother’s water broke.
Because she was on the downhill side...
My seven-year-old son wants STEAM toys for Christmas this year.
What are STEAM toys? STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math. STEAM toys...
I learned to love Valentine's Day when I had children, ending my fitful relationship with the annual day for love.
Maybe Cupid’s arrow missed me...
Chocolate. I really think it's the perfect gift. I mean who doesn't love chocolate? Especially women! Why do we love this delicious and decadent...
Festivals and Events
Sam Mazza's Harvest Festival
This harvest festival located at Sam Mazza's has family fun for all! This year they have TWO dates to...
Are you looking for something fun to do with your kiddos on Saturdays? Maybe a way for them to explore and take part in...
I love the fourth of July. I love this holiday for what it represents and what it reminds us of; that we are truly...
Do you have an Elf on the Shelf?
We do. Her name is Jingle.
I was super excited to start this tradition when I heard stories...


















