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Budget-Friendly Spring Break Spots in NYC for Kids and Families
Budget-Friendly Spring Break Spots in NYC for Kids and Families Spring break is almost here, and while the kids are looking forward to this time off, for parents, running around New York City can get costly. While our city parents are pretty savvy, we wanted to remind the seasonal parents about what they can do... Read More The post Budget-Friendly Spring Break Spots in NYC for Kids and Families appeared first on SI Parent.
How Qualifying New Yorkers Can Get Taxes Done for Free
How Qualifying New Yorkers Can Get Taxes Done for Free April 15th (aka tax day) is right around the corner and filing can be so confusing and also expensive. And you are not alone if you have yet to file your taxes -the IRS expects with about 128.7 million tax returns expectant to be filed... Read More The post How Qualifying New Yorkers Can Get Taxes Done for Free appeared first on SI Parent.
Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn on Black Maternal Health, entering Politics and Raising her Toddler
Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn on Black Maternal Health, entering Politics and Raising her Toddler On a cozy cover shoot day at The Soft Space by Mama Glow in Brooklyn, the New York Family team and our cover mom relished in the light that danced into this gorgeous space while enjoying music, chatter, and staying out of the way of an active 17-month-old toddler running about while nibbling on his lunch. Our focus this day was on his incredible mother, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn. Rodneyse serves as the Assemblywoman for New York State’s 42nd Assembly District, which encompasses Flatbush, East Flatbush,... Read More The post Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn on Black Maternal Health, entering Politics and Raising her Toddler appeared first on SI Parent.
ADHD in Children (symptoms, causes and non-medication treatment)
ADHD in Children (symptoms, causes and non-medicated treatment) I think my 12-year-old daughter has ADHD, but she’s not (yet) been diagnosed. Why? Because when I finally decided to have her evaluated, after years of being on the fence about it, I was advised against “opening that can of worms” as long as none of her... Read More The post ADHD in Children (symptoms, causes and non-medication treatment) appeared first on SI Parent.
Where to Get *FREE* Solar Eclipse Glasses in NYC
Where to Get *FREE* Solar Eclipse Glasses in NYC The solar eclipse is in the air, it is all the kids (and us!) are talking about! Of course you can’t blame us for being excited as Governor Hochul recently reminded New Yorkers “a total eclipse will encompass 29 counties in the western and northern parts of New York State. For other areas of the state that are outside the path of totality, there will still be 88 percent to over 99 percent coverage.” We hope our recent guide has helped you to plan your viewing location for the upcoming solar... Read More The post Where to Get *FREE* Solar Eclipse Glasses in NYC appeared first on SI Parent.
Where to See the Solar Eclipse in NYC, Long Island, Westchester and Upstate
Where to See the Solar Eclipse in NYC, Long Island , Westchester and Upstate Soon (on Monday, April 8th), New Yorkers will have a rare opportunity to view an unprecedented event with a total solar eclipse. In New York State, the solar eclipse will start in Chautauqua County with some upstate locations able to experience full totality (total darkness) for up to four minutes – (check out the complete totality and viewing map of New York here as well as NASA’s interactive map). In addition to the United States, the eclipse will cross North America as it passes over Mexico... Read More The post Where to See the Solar Eclipse in NYC, Long Island, Westchester and Upstate appeared first on SI Parent.
Spring Basket Auctions and Fundraisers 2024
Spring Basket Auctions and Fundraisers 2024 Many schools in Staten Island hold Basket Auctions each spring to raise money. Attending an auction can mean big money for the school, but you can win some pretty sweet prizes for yourself too. Sounds like a win/win to me. Please note that dates, times, locations, and seating availability […] The post Spring Basket Auctions and Fundraisers 2024 appeared first on SI Parent.
Parents Taking Action: How You Can Make Social Media Safer for Kids and Teens
Parents Taking Action: How You Can Make Social Media Safer for Kids and Teens We are in a whole new pandemic, the digital kind, and its victims are the most vulnerable of all: children. How many times have you said: “Thank goodness these phones weren’t around when we were younger”? Mostly we just didn’t want... Read More The post Parents Taking Action: How You Can Make Social Media Safer for Kids and Teens appeared first on SI Parent.
Mom’s Guide to Successful Remote Work: Ideas and Resources
Mom’s Guide to Successful Remote Work: Ideas and Resources The career landscape is ever-changing for women. Moms, in particular, now have more options than ever to both work and take care of a family without having to leave the home. While remote work, a term made increasingly popular during COVID has been around for years,... Read More The post Mom’s Guide to Successful Remote Work: Ideas and Resources appeared first on SI Parent.
St. Patrick’s Day Events for Families in NYC 2024
St. Patrick’s Day Events for Families 2023 Are you looking for kids-friendly ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? There are many activities and events happening around NYC that are great to bring your kids to. Whether you are looking to get creative and make some shamrocks or are looking to dance along to some Irish... Read More The post St. Patrick’s Day Events for Families in NYC 2024 appeared first on SI Parent.
10 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in Staten Island
10 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in Staten Island Women’s History Month is here! Every March, we celebrate women: the brave women whose contributions to society paved the way for future generations, as well as the wonderful women who continue to be shining examples for young girls today. There are plenty of kid-friendly events […] The post 10 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in Staten Island appeared first on SI Parent.
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