Halloween is weeks away and yet, already, there is lots of talk of costume swaps (cookie monster costume anyone?) and all the upcoming events for Halloween. And, there are a lot! “Boo at the Zoo”… Read More »NYC Halloween Favorite- Boo at the Zoo- is Back!
The problem for the novice pumpkin patch seeker is that this season can be a bit overwhelming; there are so many options! Since we don’t have a car – a local day trip was more… Read More »Day Trip to Queens County Farm Museum: Pumpkin, Apple Picking
No school on Monday! So, what to do instead? We have some fun ideas: Fort Greene Track and Field Day Organized by Young Rock Soccer Academy in conjunction with Council Member Letitia James, LIU Brooklyn… Read More »What to Do on Columbus Day with Kids?
Just over an hour from the city lies the ultimate apple picking experience. Outhouse Orchards is family-operated and happens to be open all year, but a visit to the orchard in the autumn is very… Read More »Apple and Pumpkin Picking at Outhouse Orchards in North Salem
There’s nothing more fun than picking your own apples, pumpkins and veggies in the fall. There’s something special about carving a pumpkin that you chose from the ground- not in a box at the supermarket. … Read More »Pick Your Own Apples, Pumpkins, Veggies…and Hop a Hayride!
As a transplant from the middle of the country, I still find the ocean new and exciting. Luckily, my children share this awe and affection and accompany me on trips to play in the sand… Read More »Visiting Jacob Riis Park in the Rockaways
It had been a long time since my husband and I had a night out. Sure, we’d had the occasional sitter and gone out to a local restaurant, but I wanted to do something different. … Read More »Who Needs Las Vegas When Brooklyn’s Got Brighton Beach?
Happy Fourth of July Brooklynites! This weekend is packed with Independence Day-themed events ranging from learning about bald eagles in Central Park to watching the hot dog eating contest in Coney Island. You can also… Read More »Celebrate the 4th of July All Week
While living in Brooklyn is nothing short of awesome due to the wonderful people and amazing things to do, there are just times when you need – desperately – to get away and Calgon is… Read More »From Brooklyn to the Catskills
This isn’t a photo of a lake or pond, but a pool. If you look closely, you can see the edging of the pool. This isn’t a pool in California or Vermont but somewhere close… Read More »Reader Review: A Day Trip To A Natural Pool- Highlands