One location we visit no matter the season is the Liberty Science Center. Consisting of four floors of massive exhibits, this space embodies learning through play. Children can run, jump, touch, feel, smell and see immersive experiences that promote academic enrichment. If it’s raining or sunny, Liberty Science Center is the perfect place to bring … [Read more…]
Since I was a little girl, my family has enjoyed summer days and nights at the State Fair Meadowlands. My father loved taking my sister and I to play games, see the shows, enjoy the rides and so much more. He especially loved sitting in the audience during the hypnotist show that was nothing short … [Read more…]
No Talkie Before Coffee When I was stranded home in my house with my infant child and we couldn’t leave the house for some illness or another, I desperately called a friend asking begging her to go to Starbucks and get me a Venti Caramel Machiatto. Admittedly, I drove with my second child several towns … [Read more…]
Although it was probably my least favorite book in the series, Harry Potter and the Order of the Pheonix was one of my favorite movies! That’s why when I found out that it was the next show in the Harry Potter Concert Series at NJPAC I knew we had to go! This was our second … [Read more…]
Did you know that peppers are male or female? Male peppers have 3 bumps on the bottom while female peppers have 4 bumps. Plus, female peppers are sweeter. This is just one of the many interesting facts I learned during my cooking class at The Kitchen at Bed Bath and Beyond in East Hanover, NJ. … [Read more…]
When you are a parent of with special needs, even just everyday tasks can feel daunting and overwhelming. Whether it’s food shopping, a trip to the playground or a going to the mall, these experiences can be overstimulating and uncomfortable for an individual with unique needs especially for those with sensory needs. That means visiting … [Read more…]
My boys started taking ski lessons at age 3. They are not experts but have some of the basics down. This year, however, they decided they both wanted to try snowboarding. I was a little apprehensive at first but gave in pretty quickly because I know it’s better for them to learn while they are … [Read more…]
As we were preparing to leave for our trip to see Monster Jam, I quickly scanned YouTube videos and read reviews to have a better idea what to expect. While each of them provided some insight, none of them fully communicated the absolute fun that entails highly trained drivers manipulating 12,000 tons of monster truck … [Read more…]
Whether it is to learn to play hockey, perfect your spins or to just leisurely skate around the rink, a trip to a skating rink in NJ is a must do experience! All over NJ, individuals of all ages to can learn to skate, join a team or go for the gold at some amazing … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! Recently, a friend of mine asked for suggestions for places to take her tween. It made me realize that most of our suggestions are for younger kids so I decided to put together a list of amazing indoor places to take tweens and teens. As I find more incredible locations, I will … [Read more…]