A Fun Eco-Friendly Straw Options: Pasta Straws

We’re all trying to cut back on our plastic straws (and plastic bags) to save the environment, but sometimes, a drink is just better with a straw! The paper straws don’t last long and usually disenegrate before you’ve finished your beverage. And reusable metal straws have hit the market but honestly, I can barely remmeber to […]

GET FIT: At the RHS Fitness Fundraiser

Our Favorite Musical Theater Workshop for Kids Drive, Bump & Spin on Ice! Why Turmeric is Good for You 20+ Festive Fun Cocktails 25+ of Our Favorite Family Games

Keep your Papers Organized in 2020

Papers in backpacks and the mail arrive daily. If you’re like us, we place them in neat little piles in the kitchen with the intention of getting them where they need to go later. Then, after a few days, the piles grow into a mountain of bills, statements, brochures, catalogs and flyers. The bigger it gets, the […]

Three Kings & Camels Celebration

Friday, January 3rd • 7pm All are invited to gather at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Friday, January 3rd at 7pm to await the arrival of the Kings and their camels. For more information, call 201.444.2000 or visit Three Kings Walk. Ridgewood Friends of Music Concert Don’t Miss…Whimsical Lights & Lanterns Festival 25+ Fun Family Games to Play […]

Come Experience the Fabulous Festival Lights!

Through January 12th, 2020 Step into a world of light at The NYC Winter Lantern Festival where over 1,000 lanterns are on display! Every year, Staten Island’s Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden is tranformed into a whimsical world of light. The exhibit is on 8 acres and not only features of magnificent figures of luminescent art, you can also see live […]

6 Lucky Foods to Eat on New Year’s

Here are 6 foods thought to bring good fortune to your 2020… 1. Pork Pigs are a lucky symbol because they root forward. No looking back for this kid. Try our Pennsylvania Dutch Pork and Sauerkraut, Pork and Sage Meatballs (above) or a Super-Easy Rib Recipe. 2. Noodles. In Asian culture, noodles are believed to bring you a long life. Our Cold Sesame Noodles should do the […]

A New Years Party…for the Kids!

Make a Kid Hangout Room Set up a kids campout in a tucked away place. Stock it with pillows, sleeping bags, stuffed animals, a few good DVDs and each other’s company will make the night a winner. Stock the room with fun family games like Headbanz and Guestures. Set up video games like Guitar Hero and Just Dance. Ask guest to bring their favorite party […]

Gifts for Kids…That Give Back

Also Read: 35+ Gifts for Everyone on Your List…That Give Back! While you’re out shopping this holiday season, consider choosing one of these 15 gifts that actually give back!  The companies below are dedicated to giving back to several valuable social causes! It makes giving feel even better! 1. Fitbit for kids The Kids Fitness Watch is a one-size-fits-most fitness band […]