As spring approaches, many parents are also planning their kids’ extra curricular activities. Swimming is a popular activity in the summer, but Goldfish Swim School offers year-round “perpetual” lessons so that children ages 4 months to 12 years old can learn to be safer in and around water throughout the year. What are perpetual lessons? […]
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Family Friendly Museums
There are a lot of museums on Long Island that understand the importance of enriching the lives of our children by exposing them to art, history and different cultures. Your Local Kids has compiled a comprehensive list of family-friendly museums. Please note that some museums are seasonal or have non-traditional hours, so it is suggested […]
Valentine’s Day Classes, Crafts, Decorations, Desserts
Valentine’s Day means many different things. For some, it’s a day to find true love or simply go out on a fancy date. But if you have kids, it can be a day of fun classes and learning. If your child loves crafts, there are opportunities to make their own valentine decorations and other items. […]
Outdoor and Indoor Ice Skating Rinks on LI
It’s winter on Long Island, which means cold and snowy afternoons, and coming up with children’s activities outside of the house. One of our favorites and we hope it is one of yours; is ice skating. Long Island offers a number of rinks island wide, so depending on your location and your skating preference, choosing […]
Best Sledding Spots on Long Island
It may very well be the best way for a kid to celebrate a snow day. There’s nothing more fun and memorable than sledding down a snowy hill on a perfect winter day. And as everyone knows, it’s very important to find that perfect sledding hill. Your Local Kids has got you covered. We want […]
Winter with Families: How to Keep Your Children Busy & Active
Winter can be a hard time to keep kids active. Unlike the other three seasons, it’s harder for kids to take part in outdoor activities. In warmer weather, Long Island is home to many different beaches, parks and nature preserves, theme parks, public swimming pools – the possibilities are endless! During winter, the cold and […]
Best January Events on Long Island
Menorah Lighting Location: Triangle at Lake Avenue/Moriches Road/Route 25A, St. James, NY 11780 Date: 1/1 | 5:30 PM Celebrate the last night of Chanukah as the St. James Menorah is lit! Goodies will be provided for all! Holiday Spectacular on Ice Location: The Gateway Playhouse – Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 […]
Theaters & Performing Arts on Long Island
As winter sets in on Long Island, most families experience a decrease in the amount of outings they go on simply because of the cold weather and a lack of activities to do indoors. Seeing a live play, concert, or show at a local theater is a fun and enriching way to spend time with family. Children and adults […]
New Year’s 2017: Creating Resolutions with Families
It is hard to believe 2016 is already coming to an end! The New Year provides an opportunity for every member of your family to start fresh with a new beginning. Resolutions are a great way to help kids develop positive and healthy habits as they grow up, however creating age-appropriate and attainable goals with […]
Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids
Holiday shopping can be stressful for anyone. This is especially true when you have kids! Between getting your hands on the sold-out “it” toy of the year (anyone have a spare Hatchimal!?) or tirelessly trying to make everyone on your list happy, it’s far too easy to find yourself too close to the holiday with […]
