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A hay maze, trick-or-treating, hayrides, and more are on the Halloween schedule at Storybook Land. Photo courtesy of Storybook Land
The Best Halloween Celebrations for New Jersey Families in 2020
Halloween is on in New Jersey, and we've found the best ways to celebrate.
Black River and Western Railroad has again teamed up with Everitt Farms to offer train rides to Pumpkin Junction. Photo courtesy of the railroad
Halloween and Fall Train Rides in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
Hop aboard a pumpkin train this fall for scenic and spooky fun!
Help your kids develop their creative side with art classes
Guide to Classes for New Jersey Kids
Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in New Jersey, from fully virtual enrichment...
GUIDE
Get your apples at Alstede Farms. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
40 Things We Can't Wait to Do with NJ Kids This Fall
Fall colors, apple harvests, pumpkin patches, and more await this fall in NJ!
Make friends with the bunnies at Abma's Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
See Baby Animals at Petting Zoos and Family Farms in NJ
Get your fill of cuteness with the furry residents of these NJ farms.
Most trails at Hacklebarney State Park follow along the river.
A Dozen Easy Fall Hikes in NJ for Families with Small Children
Get back to nature with 12 NJ hikes that are perfect for little legs.
Angry Birds Not So Mini Golf offers plenty of fun photo ops, too.
Angry Birds-Themed Mini Golf Set to Debut at American Dream
The Angry Birds mini-golf course is ready for take off at American Dream.
Pick the largest pumpkin you can carry at Alstede Farms. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
20 Family-Friendly Pumpkin Patches in New Jersey
Find the perfect pumpkin and more fall fun these 20 NJ farms.
Visit this safe, fun, brand new play space in Livingston, New Jersey.
Exceptional Explorers Play Space Debuts in Livingston
From story times to remote learning support, this play space caters to all ages.
Explore the undersea world of Federico Uribe: Animalia at the Montclair Art Museum.
Best Kid-Friendly Museums in Northern New Jersey
Learn about art, science, music, and history at these kid-friendly museums.
LBI Fly brings the brilliant and colorful art kites, fun flying giant inflatable kites, and the amazing show of sport kiting to beautiful Long Beach Island. Photo courtesy of the festival
Things To Do in New Jersey This Weekend & Beyond: Kite Festival, Halloween Drive-Thru, Fall Fest
From dinos to jack-o'-lanterns, here are our event picks for the first week in October.
I Dissent tells the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life in a stunning picture book.
20+ Ruth Bader Ginsburg Children's Books (+ More Women Leaders)
Let loose that inner rebel with these inspirational children's books.
Explore the easy trails at Eagle Rock Reservation and you might just find something new. Photo by Judith San Pedro Belmonte
10 Favorite NJ Parks and Reservations with Fun for Kids
Have a nature adventure with hiking, fishing, picnicking, and more!
Get ready for the long-awaited re-opening of American Dream! Photo courtesy of American Dream
Indoor Attractions Reopen for Family-Friendly Fun in New Jersey
Take the fun indoors as these New Jersey attractions are reopening now.
Explore the undersea world of Federico Uribe: Animalia at the Montclair Art Museum.
Best Kid-Friendly Museums in Northern New Jersey
Learn about art, science, music, and history at these kid-friendly museums.
Remote learning support pods are popping up all over New Jersey to help kids during school hours.
NJ Centers Open for Remote Learning Support During School Hours
These spots are opening their doors to kids during school hours.
Heaven Hill Farm's corn maze opens Saturday, September 12 for fall fun. Photo courtesy of the farm
Amazing Corn Mazes at Family-Friendly New Jersey Farms
From mini paths to 10-acre monsters, NJ boasts tons of corn maze fun this fall.
Come to Terhune Orchards to pick your own apples! Photo courtesy of the orchard
Where To Go Apple Picking with Kids at NJ Farms and Orchards
Apple picking season is here! Check out our favorite spots in NJ.
Jeffrey Gibson; 'Because Once You Enter My House It Becomes Our House;' 2020; Courtesy the Artist; Socrates Sculpture Park; Sikkema Jenkins & Co., NY; Kavi Gupta, Chicago; Roberts Projects, LA; Image by Scott Lynch
Outdoor Art Day Trips Near NYC
Spend a day enjoying spectacular sculptures at these outdoor art spots.
The sun hasn't set on beach season. Several beaches on Long Island and along the Jersey Shore are staying open through September. Photo courtesy of Discover Long Island
Jersey Shore Beaches, Long Island Beaches Extend Summer Seasons
No need to say bye-bye to beach season just yet.
Enjoy outdoor art-making at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey.
Fun Outdoor Classes for Kids in New Jersey
Find a gym class, a storytime, or art classes for kids outdoors!
Enjoy seasonal entertainment that’s more silly than scary. Photo courtesy of Kiddle Karoo
Free Things To Do Online in October: Halloween Events, World Space Week, Dia de los Muertos, and Coffee Fest
Replace big holiday gatherings with Halloween concerts, parties, and activities from all over the...
Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun
Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.
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Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families
We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.
GUIDE
A number of NJ theme parks and water parks, such as Land of Make Believe, have reopened for summer fun. Photo courtesy the theme park
What's Open in NJ Now for Families: Theme Parks, Museums, Zoos, and More
Here's where kids and families can play this summer.
As families prepare for the uncertainty of the school year, many are looking to learning pods.
How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider
Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.
22 Online Tutoring Services for Homework Help and Remote Learning
Find an online tutor in any subject with these services–some are available 24/7!
Hop on a motorcycle at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
These 13 theme parks offer plenty of kiddie rides in 2020.
Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause
Indoor activities, games, and online classes to keep kids busy during the coronavirus pandemic.
GUIDE
Make your world more colorful with printable coloring pages from Crayola. Photo courtesy of Crayola
Free Coloring Pages for Kids to Download
Here's a list of the best resources for downloading free pages for kids to color at home.
Guide to Family Day Trips in New Jersey
New Jersey has tons to offer, from museums to beaches, state parks to cute main streets. We help...
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Enjoy some throwback summer fun at the drive-in. Photo courtesy of Delsea Drive-In/Facebook
Drive-in Movie Theaters in New Jersey and Outdoor Movies in 2020
See what's playing near you this summer.
Kidz Bop does a daily Dance Break
Free Online Classes For Kids: Science, Art, Fitness, and More Free Enrichment
In a year when summer slide feels like it started in March, free online classes save the day!
Learn how to make homemade ice cream for a tasty activity with the kids!
How to Make Ice Cream At Home in 5 Easy Steps
Whip up homemade ice cream in a bag or a mason jar!
Crystal Springs Family Water Resort is a perfect summer day trip. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids
You don't have to be a member or a resident to cool off at these NJ swimming pools!
Summer Fun Guide for New Jersey Kids
We've got the best water parks, splash pads, beaches, day trips, and even FREE summer activities.
GUIDE
Have a blast on the Stirling Hotel's back patio when the weather's nice.
Outdoor Restaurants in NJ with Kid-Friendly Backyards and Outdoor Seating
Dining out with the kids can be—dare we say—enjoyable at these eateries with outdoor spaces.
Jersey Shore Family Guide
Find your favorite beach, boardwalk, and kid-friendly fun down the Shore.
Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!!  Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation
Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home
Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.
The Key Largo Campground in Florida is located on 40 acres of tropical foliage. Photo courtesy of the campground
10 East Coast Beach Camping Sites from Florida to Maine
Is there anything better than waking up to the sound of the ocean?
Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best.
Golf with friends at The Funplex! Photo courtesy the company
Best Mini Golf in New Jersey for Kids and Families
NJ is home to more than 50 mini-golf courses! Here are 25 of our faves.
High Point State Park provides a family-friendly atmosphere, with hiking, fishing, boating, and lake swimming during the summer. Photo courtesy of the  High Point State Park, Division of Parks and Forestry
Best Family Campgrounds in New Jersey
Experience the great outdoors as a family at one of these 12 great campgrounds.
New Jersey schools are expected to reopen in September 2020. Photo courtesy of Pexels
NJ Schools Expect to Reopen This Fall: 7 Things to Know
The state just released its guidelines for reopening schools this fall.
Visit the happy, free-range happy animals at Historic Longstreet Farm.
NJ's Living History Farms: Old-Fashioned Farm Fun for Families
Feed animals, churn butter, milk cows, and more at NJ's historical farms.
Meet the giraffes at Six Flags Safari Off-Road Adventure. Photo courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure
The Best NJ Zoos and Aquariums for Animal Encounters with Kids
Treat the kids to an animal adventure at NJ's amazing zoos, aquariums, and preserves.
NJ water parks were cleared to reopen on July 2. Photo courtesy Raging Waters Water Park in Wildwood
NJ Amusement Parks, Water Parks, and Playgrounds Allowed to Reopen
Reopenings are scheduled for just ahead of the July 4th holiday.
Historic Cold Spring Village hosts family-friendly events throughout the year, including the Seafarers Weekend in August. Photo courtesy of the village
Historic Villages in NJ That Are Fun for Kids and Families
Unplug and take a day trip back in time to learn about life in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Learn how to make DIY shrinky-dinks with SpongeBob and Friends. Photo courtesy of Nickelodeon
50 Totally Free Printable Activities for Kids
These fun printable activities build creativity and get kids offline.
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.
Boonton's "Little Niagara" is an easily accessible waterfall in Grace Lord Park. Photo courtesy of  Boonton, NJ
Easy Waterfall Hikes for Families in Northern NJ
Find the best spots to go chasing waterfalls in northern NJ with kids!
 Guests will be able to experience the safari at Six Flags Great Adventure from the privacy and safety of their own vehicles.
The Six Flags Great Adventure Safari Drive-Thru Returns in All Its 1970s Glory
Get ready to take the family car on a safari, through lions and tigers and baboons!
Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.
50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
Pick Your Own Guide to Farms in New Jersey
Apple picking spots, hayrides, baby animals, pumpkin patches, and more fun at NJ farms.
GUIDE
Photo by Katrina Holden Buckley
Birthday Parties in Quarantine: Ways To Celebrate with Kids while Social Distancing
Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?
Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their "magic."
Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities
Easy at-home experiments and STEM activities to have fun and learn something new.
GUIDE
These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..
30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids
Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.
Code.org is a great jumping off point for kids new to programming.
Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming
These online programs teach your kid how to code, build websites, apps, and more.
Boredom Busters for Kids
Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!
GUIDE
25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers
DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.
Hand them a pail and a spoon, er, shovel, and let kids dig in the dirt.
Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard
Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!
Baby Guide for New and Expecting New Jersey Parents
Find classes, support groups, and even birth centers with this NJ baby guide.
GUIDE
Teach 'em to tie during downtime.
65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age
It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.
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Harvest Festival and Fall Fair Fun in New Jersey
Laurie Rein , Oct 6 - Celebrate autumn with these harvest fests and fall fairs throughout NJ. READ MORE 
Top Holiday Toys for Kids' Christmas Wish Lists
Katie Nave , Oct 6 - Ready your wish lists for babies through teens.READ MORE 
'Halloween Is On,' New Jersey Governor Declares
Rose Gordon Sala, Oct 5 - Start planning your costumes; Halloween is happening in the Garden State. READ MORE 
The Best Halloween Celebrations for New Jersey Families in 2020
Laurie Rein, Oct 4 - Halloween is on in New Jersey, and we've found the best ways to celebrate. READ MORE 
Free Things To Do Online in October: Halloween Events, World Space Week, Dia de los Muertos, and Coffee Fest
Toby B, Oct 2 - Replace big holiday gatherings with Halloween concerts, parties, and activities from all over the...READ MORE 
A Dozen Easy Fall Hikes in NJ for Families with Small Children
Dore Duhaime, Oct 1 - Get back to nature with 12 NJ hikes that are perfect for little legs.READ MORE 
Pick the largest pumpkin you can carry at Alstede Farms. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
20 Family-Friendly Pumpkin Patches in New Jersey
Find the perfect pumpkin and more fall fun these 20 NJ farms.
Get your apples at Alstede Farms. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
40 Things We Can't Wait to Do with NJ Kids This Fall
Fall colors, apple harvests, pumpkin patches, and more await this fall in NJ!
Explore the easy trails at Eagle Rock Reservation and you might just find something new. Photo by Judith San Pedro Belmonte
10 Favorite NJ Parks and Reservations with Fun for Kids
Have a nature adventure with hiking, fishing, picnicking, and more!
Heaven Hill Farm's corn maze opens Saturday, September 12 for fall fun. Photo courtesy of the farm
Amazing Corn Mazes at Family-Friendly New Jersey Farms
From mini paths to 10-acre monsters, NJ boasts tons of corn maze fun this fall.
Get ready for the long-awaited re-opening of American Dream! Photo courtesy of American Dream
Indoor Attractions Reopen for Family-Friendly Fun in New Jersey
Take the fun indoors as these New Jersey attractions are reopening now.
Jeffrey Gibson; 'Because Once You Enter My House It Becomes Our House;' 2020; Courtesy the Artist; Socrates Sculpture Park; Sikkema Jenkins & Co., NY; Kavi Gupta, Chicago; Roberts Projects, LA; Image by Scott Lynch
Outdoor Art Day Trips Near NYC
Spend a day enjoying spectacular sculptures at these outdoor art spots.
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