A Girl's Gotta Spa: Mompreneurs Karen Falco-Pedra and Lisa Falco-Gadzinski

Long Island moms and sisters Karen Falco-Pedra and Lisa Falco-Gadzinski opened A Girl's Gotta Spa in 2008. We caught up with the pair to discuss who inspires them, how they balance work and family life, and what's next for their business.

Summer Activities at Bayville Adventure Park

If you're looking for a family outing on Long Island this summer, see what attractions and pirate-filled fun awaits you at Bayville Adventure Park in Bayville, NY.

New Exhibits at the Atlantis Marine World Aquarium

Meet the underwater animals making their debut at the Atlantis Marine World Aquarium in Riverhead, NY, this summer, including alligators, penguins, and sea lions.

We sat down with Holly Xerri, Long Island mom of two and creator of the Camiband, to find out where she found her inspiration, how she juggles work and family life, and what's next for her business.

Check out what Fire Island has to offer this summer for kids and families.

The 2010 Nassau Coliseum Fair, the largest event of its kind in the New York metro area, will take place weekend through July 11 this year and will feature family entertainment such as the Lance Gifford Magic Illusion Show, Great American Frontier Show, a petting zoo, Wolves of the World show, Old West Theatre's vaudeville show, carnival rides, games, and tons of other attractions.

Long Island mom Dr. Ellenmorris Tiegerman is the founder of three schools for language development in the Long Island and Queens area. A new high school will open up in Richmond Hill in September. This year also marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of Tiegerman's first school in Glen Cove. We caught up with the mom of six to discuss what she's learned along the way and what her plans are for the future.

On June 6, families won't want to miss the 20th Annual Harborfest Dock Day and Crafts Festival along the waterfront in the Nassau County North Shore village of Port Washington, NY.

Since June is Strawberry Month, there's no better time for families to visit Long Island's North Fork - for a day trip or long weekend - than during the Mattituck Lions Club's 56th Annual Strawberry Festival, June 17-20.

Smithtown mom Donna Walther is the owner and founder of Puppy Personal, Inc., a company that produces personalized dog treats. We sat down with Walther to find out how she got the business off the ground, how she juggles work and family life, and what advice she has for other mom entrepreneurs.

The Hallockville Museum Farm is hosting the inaugural Long Island Fleece and Fiber Fair this May - a family and kid-friendly event that's all about bringing visitors back to their agricultural roots.

Anila Nitekman, a Greenlawn resident and mother of two, talks to us about how she invented the Tiny Bites Food Shears, which make cutting up children's food a breeze.

Historic Old Westbury Gardens, now open for its 51st season, provides many opportunities for family-friendly outdoor fun that's also educational.

Rebecca Lesser, the East Patchogue, NY, mom who founded The MatSack, Inc., was inspired to reinvent the lunchbox from real-life experiences with her daughter. Find out how she made her idea into a reality and how she now juggles business and family life.

Laura Lynn Iacono, a mother of two from Nassau County, Long Island, discusses nutrition and health for kids and families, which is the focus of her education center "One Potato, Two Tomato" in Albertson, NY.

Port Washington mom Shelley Goodman talks to us about what it's like running her own business, Fernella's Jools, while raising 7-year-old twins. Plus, Shelley's tips for entrepreneur moms!

Check out these family- and kid-friendly events scheduled for the month of January in Queens.

Check out our list of the hottest toys this season to help find the perfect gift for that special child on your holiday shopping list. Also, read on for advice from managers of Suffolk County toy stores for their recommendations this year.

Check out our list of the hottest toys this season to help find the perfect gift for that special child on your holiday shopping list. Also, read on for advice from managers of Nassau County toy stores for their recommendations this year.

Read about Jennifer Paretta of Wantagh, Long Island, a stay-at-home mom who started her own eco-friendly business.

Want to do some good this Thanksgiving? The following places around Nassau County are accepting donations or need volunteers.

Want to do some good this Thanksgiving? The following places around Suffolk County are accepting donations or need volunteers.

Want to do some good this holiday season? The following places around Queens need your help.

Read about Long Island mom Kathy Cruthers and how she began a revolution in gift giving - the FlipFlopOgram.