Feed Your Kids - Westchester and Lower Hudson Valley

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Feed Your Kids - Westchester and Lower Hudson Valley

I love good food. I have two kids. Although it’s not always easy, I take those two kids out to restaurants A LOT. And, believe it or not, after years of dining out, they actually LOVE going to restaurants; and they are slowly getting better at sitting in their chairs for an entire meal.

There are so many food blogs out there. But none really focus on tasty but family friendly dining - I’m talking the kind of family friendly dining that doesn’t in any way resemble Chuck E. Cheese.

So here now is a running list of my suggestions in WESTCHESTER and LOWER HUDSON VALLEY on where to Feed Your Kids. No, these spots are not like the cafe inside your local day care - these are legit restaurants that cater to adults. But I have done each of these with our kids, and I know you can and SHOULD, too!

I will continually update these lists - so check back often! AND ENJOY!

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Feed Your Kids In Lower Connecticut

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Feed Your Kids In Lower Connecticut

I love good food. I have two kids. Although it’s not always easy, I take those two kids out to restaurants A LOT. And, believe it or not, after years of dining out, they actually LOVE going to restaurants; and they are slowly getting better at sitting in their chairs for an entire meal.

There are so many food blogs out there. But none really focus on tasty but family friendly dining - I’m talking the kind of family friendly dining that doesn’t in any way resemble Chuck E. Cheese.

So here now is a running list of my suggestions in LOWER FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT on where to Feed Your Kids. No, these spots are not like the cafe inside your local day care - these are legit restaurants that cater to adults. But I have done each of these with our kids, and I know you can and SHOULD, too!

I will continually update these lists - so check back often! AND ENJOY!

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At Least We Can Still Eat Summery Foods

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At Least We Can Still Eat Summery Foods

Yup. Memorial Day weekend 2020 seems to be mostly cancelled. No jetting off to crowded beaches. No outdoor concerts. No town pools and pool clubs. This Memorial Day weekend, it’s all about day drinking at home with your kids splashing nearby in an inflatable pool that you were overcharged for on Amazon.

But at least there’s one awesome warm weather activity that’s still mostly intact for this Memorial Day weekend: Eating Summery Foods.

Here are five places, all presently open for curbside pick up, that will at least make your mouth feel like it’s celebrating the start of summer.

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Treat Yourself in Quarantine

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Treat Yourself in Quarantine

Quarantine is a slog. Distance learning is a slog. Remote working is a slog. The constant mess that results from being home 24/7 is a slog. 2020 IS A SLOG.

It’s time for a treat. Here are a few easy ways you can treat yourself while still staying safe in quarantine. You deserve it.

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5 Ways To Bring Experiences Into Your House

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5 Ways To Bring Experiences Into Your House

I don’t need to tell you that we’re in the midst of a global crisis where everyone is struggling, mentally, physically, financially or some combination thereof. And I probably also don’t need to tell you that as a person who runs an activities blog for “folks who like to get out and do stuff,” sticking around the house day after day has been quite challenging.

So for whatever it’s worth, I spent part of this past rainy Sunday writing about 5 Ways To Bring Experiences Into Your House. These 5 activity options have helped my family tremendously so far, and I hope they’ll help yours. PS -This post focuses exclusively on small, local businesses and artists, each of which need our support right now - more than ever.

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Liberty (Science Center) and Justice For All!

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Liberty (Science Center) and Justice For All!

Just on the other side of the Holland Tunnel lies a children’s museum that every kid in the tri-state needs to visit - whether by car, PATH train or Uber. That museum is Jersey City’s Liberty Science Center.

According to its website, Liberty Science Center aims “to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers and excite learners of all ages about the power, promise, and pure fun of science and technology.” Focus on that last “technology” bit because Liberty Science really does offer impressively high tech, modern and interactive exhibits.

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Visit the Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art and Storytelling

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Visit the Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art and Storytelling

After being underwhelmed by another pop-up this past weekend (I REALLY need to stick with my no-pop-ups-with-fees pledge), our day was wholly improved by a long overdue first visit to the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art and Storytelling in Upper Manhattan.

The museum is STUNNING and the activities on offer are amazing. I highly, 100% recommend a visit and then I recommend visiting again and again.

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Monkeying Around at the Andaz Costa Rica

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Monkeying Around at the Andaz Costa Rica

Costa Rica is such a beautiful, safe and easy to access country. Visitors flock there to experience its lush greenery, volcanoes and wildlife, and to partake in adventures like zip lines, natural hot springs and ATV tours.

Years ago, my husband and I visited Arenal and Manuel Antonio and took part in the typical Costa Rican adventures. On this recent family trip back to CR, we had one objective in mind: to relax in a jungle.

The living is easy and beautiful at the Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo in Costa Rica. It’s a perfect warm weather escape for a family.

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There Is So Much To Love About The Revamped Bedford Playhouse

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There Is So Much To Love About The Revamped Bedford Playhouse

I was very slow to learn about the major revitalization of a 1947 movie theater happening just 20 minutes from my house in Bedford, NY. Back in Spring 2017, a revamp to the tune of over $8 million began to transform the former movie theater into what is today a beautiful cultural hub called the Bedford Playhouse.

Now that I’ve finally visited, I am hooked on the Bedford Playhouse. There is a lot to love about this place.

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A Long Weekend in Ulster County (Visit Woodstock and Kingston)

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A Long Weekend in Ulster County (Visit Woodstock and Kingston)

The day after Christmas this year, we left for a two night trip to the Catskills, NY. Woodstock was our home base, but during our stay, we bopped around a few of the neighboring towns, including a great second visit to Kingston - which is fast becoming one of my favorite Hudson Valley towns. Read on for some trip highlights. The whole thing is less than 2 hours from home - an easy weekend trip. 

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Nickelodeon Universe Is Here!

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Nickelodeon Universe Is Here!

I love a lot about living in the Tri-State Area, but it’s pretty undeniable our weather sucks. So much of the year is gloomy and cold, and then much of the warm weather season is too humid to be comfortable. So when I say that American Dream is a game changer for this area, I mean that, it’s an entirely indoor play land of fun for all ages; and it’ll be fun whether it’s humid or frigid outside. It’s a game changer.

The first of many activities to open at American Dream is Nickelodeon Universe - an indoor theme park similar to the one that exists at the Mall of America.

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How To Do Christmastime in NYC Like a Pro (2019 Edition)

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How To Do Christmastime in NYC Like a Pro (2019 Edition)

Christmastime in New York City!! It really IS “the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!” I absolutely love the holiday season and NYC really does the season well. Read on for my favorite ways to get festive in the city this winter!

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