 New Website Helps Families Fill Out Less Forms
by Ellen Pocost - May 16, 2012
FamilyID lets families find, sign up for, and pay for programs all in one place. It's a secure site where families can keep and use their registration information for several different activities.
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this June
by Ellen Pocost - May 14, 2012
If you're looking for fun and free or low-cost things to do this June in Westchester County, NY, we've got you covered. We present the top kids' events of the month, including a popular pirate festival, outdoor arts festival, and Father's Day activities.
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 College Week Live to Host New York Day
by Ellen Pocost - April 19, 2012
College Week Live, the largest online college fair, will host a New York Day featuring dozens of colleges across the state.
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this May
by Ellen Pocost - April 19, 2012
Looking for fun and free/low-cost things to do with your family in Westchester County, NY? Get the scoop on the top May events for kids, including a fun farm festival, Mother's Day events, and the annual Animals & Acrobats fair on Memorial Day weekend.
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 Toys R Us Shines a Light for Autism
by Ellen Pocost - April 02, 2012
Toys R Us has joined Autism Speaks to increase awareness about autism and raise funds for the cause during Autism Awareness Month. Find out how you can help.
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 New Life for a Historic Site
by Ellen Pocost - April 02, 2012
The John Jay Homestead, a New York State Historic Site, plans to build a new Education and Visitor Center that will include interactive exhibits, a children's area, and more, making it more family friendly than ever.
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 Kids' Earth Day Events in Westchester
by Ellen Pocost - March 22, 2012
Fun Earth Day events for kids and families are popping up like April flowers in Westchester County. Here's our roundup of fun ways to celebrate Earth Day with your children throughout the month, including plenty of nature programs, outdoor festivals, and spring-themed activities. Pledge to go green or just enjoy the great outdoors at these family-friendly events.
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this April
by Ellen Pocost - March 22, 2012
Looking for fun and low-cost family events this April in Westchester County, NY? Here are our editor's top picks for the month, including live shows with colorful characters, outdoor events especially for kids, and one particularly wooly festival where you can welcome springtime.
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 An App Is Born
by Ellen Pocost - February 27, 2012
WebMD Baby is a new app that provides instant access to expert medical info and health answers for parents of babies and toddlers.
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 Get Cooking, Kids!
by Ellen Pocost - February 27, 2012
Got a kid who loves to cook? Have her enter Kids Who Love to Cook's Recipe of the Month Contest for the chance to win an iPad and be featured on Kids Who Love to Cook, a website dedicated to encouraging kids to appreciate good food while teaching life lessons through cooking.
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 Third Annual Fill A Backpack Drive Kicks Off
by Ellen Pocost - February 24, 2012
A Scarsdale native founded the Fill A Backpack Drive to benefit underprivileged kids on the Oglala Lakota Pine Ridge Reservation. Now in its third year, the backpack drive is accepting donations from Westchester residents through March 3.
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Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this March
by Ellen Pocost - February 17, 2012
Looking for fun (and affordable) family events happening in Westchester County this March? We've rounded up our top seven picks from our calendar, including a few kid-friendly shows, a St. Patrick's Day tradition, a whole slew of maple sugaring events ('tis the season!), and two noteworthy events in nearby Norwalk, CT and the Bronx.
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 Maple Sugaring Events in Westchester this March
by Ellen Pocost - February 17, 2012
March is maple sugaring time in the Northeast! We've rounded up the top 12 maple sugaring events happening in Westchester County this month, each affordable and full of family fun. Tap a tree, boil down your maple sugar into maple syrup, and enjoy this sweet creation over a short stack of steaming pancakes--what better way to welcome spring?
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester this February
by Ellen Pocost - January 23, 2012
Looking for fun and affordable family events in Westchester County NY? We've rounded up the best things to do with your kids from our February 2012 calendar of events. You'll find details on family shows, the Hudson River EagleFest, the biggest camp fair in the area, the return of the Royal Hanneford Circus, and what parks are open for sledding and skating.
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 National Park Service Will Waive Admission Fees on 17 Days in 2012
by Ellen Pocost - January 05, 2012
The National Park Service announced 17 "fee free" dates for 2012, when admission fees to many U.S. national parks and historical sites will be waived, encouraging families to visit a park near them and enjoy the remarkable landscapes and historical and cultural sites that are unique to our great country.
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 The 'Just Right' News Site for Kids
by Ellen Pocost - January 05, 2012
KidzTimez is an engaging and educational news site for kids and tweens that offers a well-rounded approach to connecting kids with the world beyond their doorstep.
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester County NY this January
by Ellen Pocost - January 05, 2012
Want fun and affordable things to do in Westchester this January? We've got you covered! Get all the details on the best local kids' events happening this month, from fun family shows to our top picks for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Plus, find out why a trip over the border either CT or the Bronx (or both!) is totally worth your while.
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A Girly Girl Gives in to Guy Gifts
by Ellen Pocost - December 02, 2011
One local mom, a self-proclaimed "girly girl," struggles to fathom her son's boyish Christmas gift requests, but eventually learns to embrace his Star Wars-loving, Call of Duty-coveting attitude.
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 Top Things to Do with Kids in Westchester County NY - December 2011
by Ellen Pocost - November 21, 2011
Looking for some fun and low-cost things to do with kids in Westchester County NY this December? We've hand-picked the best kids events from our calendar section, including some great holiday events and shows for families, a Christmas tree sale that benefits a good cause, a free Harry Potter Marathon in honor of winter vacation, a Free Arts Day, and two fun new exhibits.
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 Best Things to Do with Kids in Westchester County NY - November 2011
by Ellen Pocost - October 19, 2011
Looking for fun and low-cost kids events in Westchester? We've hand-picked the best things to do with your family from our November calendar of events, including the Westchester County Light the Night Walk; a few family-friendly shows, including the first "The Nutcracker" performance of the season; and a handful of family hikes, walks, and runs in honor of Thanksgiving.
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