Out and about… – Page 8 – Rockland NY Mom

Condors Swimming- New Season- New Updates!!

Posted on August 30, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Classes, Classes for Kids, Out and about..., Reviews, RNYM's Picks .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own.

While most people are thinking that they are done with swim lessons since the “season” is over, I am feverishly rubbing my hands together in anticipation. This is the start to my favorite swim season. This is when little (A) gets to hone his skills with the Condors Swimming Learn to Swim Program– whats even better? This year (E) can finally join him- yep I am on my way to puddle-jumper-less summers!

This summer I told you all about their new Learn to Swim (LTS) program with Levels (READ HERE). Now they have made even more improvements!!

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(Click above for larger PDF)

They have a NEW (mobile friendly) WEBSITE (click here) that is SUPER CLEAR and easy to navigate- including ONLINE CHAT with ASHLEY the LTS Coordinator will walk you through choosing which group to register for and any other questions you may have.

The mobile page with chat at the BOTTOM.

The desktop version with chat on the BOTTOM RIGHT.

The newest schedule (bi-monthly for the fall) is out and ready for swimmers. I CANNOT wait to record the kids’ progress for you this year.

For more information you can use the online chat http://joincondors.com/ or email Ashley: contact@condors.org or call- 845-638-4381. As always- Hope to see you there!!!

Congregation Sons of Isreal- Review!

Posted on August 25, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Classes, Out and about..., Reviews, Things to Do! .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are our own.

If you are looking for a community to belong to- or some super family friendly Religious education and events CSI is a great option. They offer great programs all the time. Make sure to check out our events page – and come back to see their upcoming programs!!!

Rabbi: Ariel L. Russo
Hazzan: Michael Kasper
Hebrew School Director: Suzanne Strichartz
Office Manager: Helaine Ripps
President: Jacob Wasserman

Congregation Sons of Israel (CSI) is about community. We’re a diverse egalitarian Conservative congregation in the heart of Nyack. As a “Big Tent” community we embrace the diversity of American Jewry including households that are LGBTQ, intermarried, and ethnically diverse.

If you are looking for a community, we will lovingly welcome you into our congregational family. To learn more, reach out to our Rabbi, Ariel Russo at csirabbi@optonline.net or 845-358-3767.

We invite families to learn about our innovative student-centered boutique Hebrew school. We are the only synagogue in Rockland County offering Hebrew school on Saturday morning as our core day of school. We believe that the Shabbat experience is enhanced by learning. We are proud of our inclusion program in the Hebrew School which honors each child according to his or her individual needs.

Our family programs are geared to many different ages from Friday Night Musical Family services, to Tot Shabbat and holiday programming. We have something for everyone.

We offer award-winning adult education programs including visiting scholars and on-going classes. From beginning Hebrew to advanced Kabalah, we welcome all learners and all background levels.

Our 20s/30s/40s group “Jews on the Hudson” combines socializing and social action in downtown Nyack and beyond. Our Habonim group caters to congregants in their 50s and older. We see plays together, go on hikes, and seek out cultural and social opportunities in Nyack and beyond. Additionally we have an active Sisterhood and Men’s Club.

We hope you will visit and become part of our synagogue family.

Congregation Sons of Israel
300 North Broadway
Upper Nyack, NY 10960
Phone: (845) 358-3767
Email: csioffice@optonline.net
www.csinyack.org

Costume Swap for a Cause 2016!

Posted on August 20, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in March of Dimes, Out and about..., RNYM's Picks, Things to Do! .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post- all opinions expressed are our own.

Last year we brainstormed a way to use old costumes again (since we paid so much money for them) and came up with the Costume Swap for a Cause. We raised $250 for charity (Make a Wish) and were so happy with it. Since it was such a success we decided to build upon that success for this year.

As a Media Sponsor for the March of Dimes we are committed to raising money for their cause. Therefore this years donations will be to benefit the March of Dimes.

How it works: (also you can check our FB Event for updates – https://www.facebook.com/events/1778824429027980/ )

If you have old (gently used) costumes that you would like to donate bring it to one of our drop off locations (see the list below).

Come to Pearl River High School Pirates Cove on 10/8

See what we have an purchase a costume at a suggested donation of $5 per costume.

Make a Halloween Craft
Enjoy a Halloween Treat
Take photos in our Photo Booth

Make a day of it! Go into town and have a ball at Pearl River Day!

Drop Off Locations:

North Rockland

NYSC

New City-

Busy Bee
Vicky’s Dance Studio
Duluc Auto Center – 279 S Little Tor Rd, New City

Nanuet –

Smash Burger
Dragons Den Martial Arts
Babies R Us – Parents will receive a $5 off $25 when they drop a costume
Duluc Auto Center 35 N Middletown Rd, Nanuet_

Pearl River

Perri Allstate Agency
Pearl River High School (when school starts)
Luigi O’Grady’s

Blauvelt

Duluc Auto Center 596 New York 303, Blauvelt

Valley Cottage

Bounce Trampoline

If you don’t see a location that is convenient for you, please contact us at RocklandNYMom@yahoo.com and we will arrange pickup. Please also contact us there if you are interested in becoming a drop off site in your area.

As always we thank all of our readers for their support!!

Local Fresh Food

Posted on August 10, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Out and about..., Things to Do! .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post- just great information :o)

By: Sofija Duic

Summertime is one of my favorite times of the year – between the beach, pool, going for walks, hikes and bike rides. It is a time for being outdoors and enjoying life. Let’s not forget about all the BBQs with amazing meats, fish and grilled vegetables. Well what better way to combine two great summertime things in one. Yep, you guessed it – spending time with your family outdoors and food. Shopping at the local farmers market teaches our kids about supporting local small business, as well as the benefits of eating fresh local produce and cooking with them.

Here is a list of the local farmer markets in and around our area.

HAVERSTRAW HARVEST FARMERS MARKET

Date/Time: Sunday’s 9a-1p

Where: 40^th New Main Street & Maple Avenue – Haverstraw NY

Website: http://www.voh-ny.com/farmers.htm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaverstrawMarket/?fref=nf

Nyack Farmers Market

Date/Time: Thursday’s 8a-2p

Outdoor: Main Street Parking Lot

Indoor: The Nyack Center @ 58 Depew, Nyack

Website: http://nyackchamber.org/2016-nyack-outdoor-farmers-market/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NyackFarmersMarket/?fref=ts

Piermont Farmers Market

Date/Time: Sunday’s 9:30a-3p

Where: M&T Bank Parking Lot @ Piermont Avenue & Ash Street

Website: http://downtoearthmarkets.com/markets?region=Rockland&market=Piermont+Farmers+Market

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Piermont-Farmers-Market/123281291097425

Ramapo Farmers Market

Date/Time: Sunday’s 9a-4p

Where: Eugene Levy Park, Pomona NY

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ramapo-Farmers-Market-1376915135877040/?fref=nf

Stony Point Farmers Market

Date/Time: Saturday’s 9a-2p

Where: Stony Point Town Hall @ 74 East Main Street, Stony Point NY

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StonyPointFarmersMarket/

Suffern Farmers Market

Date/Time: Saturday’s 8:30a-1p

Where: Downtown Suffern Parking Lot. Bottom of Lafayette Avenue. Corner of Orange & Wayne Avenues

Website: suffernfarmersmarket.wordpress.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/suffernfarmersmarket/

Village of Spring Valley Farmers Market

Date/Time: Wednesday’s 8a-3p

Where: Corner of Main & Church Streets, Spring Valley, NY

Website: www.communitymarkets.biz

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Spring-Valley-Farmers-Market/177781868941609

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BERGEN COUNTY NJ

Allendale Farmers Market

Date/Time: Saturday 930a-230p

Where: 500 W. Crescent Ave., Allendale

Website: http://www.allendalechamber.com/html/home.htm

Englewood Farmers Market

Date/Time: Friday 11a-6p

Where: Corner of Demarest Ave. & North Van Brunt St., Englewood, NJ 07631

Website: http://www.americantowns.com/nj/englewood/organization/englewood-farmers-market

Fort Lee Farmers Market

Date/Time: Sunday 8a-2p

Where: 1355 Inwood Terrace, Fort Lee Community Center, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Website: http://www.fortleenj.org/

Hasbrouck Heights Farmers Market

Date/Time: Tuesday 12n-6p

Where: Central Avenue & The Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hasbrouck-Heights-Farmers-Market/496995033648713

Paramus Farmers Market

Date/Time: Wednesday 2p-630p

Where: 475 Farview Ave., Paramus

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Paramus-Farmers-Market-165713057147164/?fref=ts

Ramsey Farmers Market

Date/Time: Sunday 9a-2p

Where: Main St. Train Station (outdoors), Ramsey, NJ 07446

Website: http://www.ramseyfarmersmarket.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ramseyfarmersmarket/

Ridgewood Farmers Market

Date/Time: Sunday 9a-3p

Where: West Side of NJ Transit Train Station

Website: http://www.experienceridgewood.com/

River Vale Farmers Market

Date/Time: Thursday 12n-6p

Where: 406 Rivervale, River Vale

Website: http://www.rivervalenj.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/245834772097042/local_search?surface=tyah

Rutherford Farmers Market

Date/Time: Wednesday 1a-6p & Saturday 8a-2p

Where: Park Ave. at the Williams Center Plaza, Rutherford, NJ 07070

Website: http://www.downtownrutherfordnj.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RutherfordFarmersMarket/?fref=ts

Teaneck Farmers Market

Date/Time: Thursday 12n-5p

Where: Beverly Rd. & Garrison Ave., Teaneck, NJ 07666

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeaneckFarmersMarket/?fref=ts

Looking for some markets in Orange County? CLICK HERE!!!

Introducing- Kiddie Academy Northvale- Review

Posted on July 30, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Childcare/Pre-School, Out and about..., Reviews, Things to Do! .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own. Permission was granted for the use of these photos.

As you may have seen last week Kiddie Academy Northvale joined our Daycare/Preschool directory. We wanted to know more about this new school so little (E) and I headed right over to check it out. Little (E) and I were given a tour and (E) got to spend the morning with the current campers.

Right off the bat I was impressed with their security measures. You can’t get in without being welcomed by an adult. Something that is so very necessary in this day and age. Kiddie Academy is a top notch facility with large VERY CLEAN rooms that include child appropriate bathrooms, an indoor play area for inclimate weather (too hot OR too cold) and an impressive outdoor play area (that I had no idea even existed).

Indoor Play Area

Part of the outdoor play area.

Kiddie Academy takes children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. It is considered an “educational daycare” as it follows curriculum for their students that covers all of the main educational areas (literacy, math, science, art, etc). As a teacher myself I am aware of all of the high risk testing these children are approaching and it is becoming more and more important that children are in an educational environment from a young age. DESPITE the educational function, the children are still playing, they still get to be children. There are lots of play centers, and much of the teaching that occurs is embedded in play, so the kids aren’t even aware that they are learning.

A snapshot of the curriculum books.

Kiddie Academy is well aware of the different abilities and levels of children in their age groups that they have a curriculum that they follow for EACH student individually- its completely differentiated to each learners needs. In fact, if a child does not enjoy a particular subject or is not interested, they will often bring that skill or learning to an area where the child IS comfortable to help them through it.

On the day that we attended, the campers were learning how to make their own Pizza Dough. This is a fabulous hands on activity that the kids really enjoyed. The importance of following directions was discussed as well as proper cooking hygiene within the group. Each ingredient was names as well as the measurements needed. Then a student was able to help measure and poor each of the ingredients. Once all the parts were added they had to mix them and each child had a turn to knead the dough with their clean hand. As they touched it they described it. The kids were then cleaned up and got ready to go outside after learning that the dough needed time to rise. So many learning standards were hit with this one activity- I was impressed.

Handwashing 101

Measuring and adding to the mix!

Tactile- Sensory activity with the dough.

It was a very hot day so the kids were having some wet play outside in their beautiful play area. As the class waited for everyone to be ready to go, a teacher led them in some music and movement songs on the rug.

(E) did not get to participate in wet play as she is asthmatic and had just had an episode. As per doctors orders she was not supposed to run around too much outdoors. The staff of Kiddie academy took it in stride, assigning someone to play with her first outside for a few minutes in the shaded area with no running and then taking her inside to use play dough.

A student having fun in the “wet play”.

(E) hangs out in the play area- lots to do and see even if you aren’t allowed to run that day.

When we were heading out the class was coming back in and changing to complete their pizzas and have their lunch. (E) had a great time and was asking for when we would come back. Everyone we met that day was told about Kiddie Academy.

Kiddie Academy has many opportunities for parents to take advantage of. It runs school programs throughout the year and “camps” all summer long. These camps change their theme weekly and special demonstrations or activities are planned within that theme.

In addition to their school, and camps Kiddie Academy also has programs on weekends that are free to community members. This coming Sunday the are having a special “Storytime Live” event with Curious George!

Kiddie Academy is a great new option for parents when choosing childcare. This place really has it all. Children are happy, learning, having fun and safe in a state of the art facility. For more information on their programs you can visit their website : http://educationaldaycare.kiddieacademy.com/academies/northvale Email: northvale@kiddieacademy.net or call: (201) 767-1120.

RNYM FREE EVENT- Baby Shower

Posted on July 28, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in March of Dimes, Out and about..., RNYM Events, Things to Do!, Uncategorized .

RocklandNYMom was created (almost 3 years ago) to help parents and grandparents find the tools that will help them as they begin and continue their journeys with children and grandchildren. We research list, and aim to provide useful information to all caregivers in our area.

We are always looking for new ways to service the caregivers of Rockland County and its surrounding areas, and when our own Ashley announced that she was pregnant the idea of our very first BABY SHOWER was born ;o)

This SUNDAY 7/31/16 we will be hosting a FREE EVENT for new or expecting parents and grandparents at Casa Mia Manor House in Blauvelt from 12- 4pm.

This event is full of great information for new parents and grandparents. We have professionals with a wide range of specialties all pertaining to the care and rearing of our children.

The first 100 guests to arrive will receive RNYM bags full of coupons, useful information and some “SWAG” (freestuff).

During the event you are welcome to walk around and speak to the professionals, and listen to their presentations (see schedule below).

Stop by one of our “Photo-Ops” and snap a selfie, then #RNYMShower2016 best photos will win one of our awesome prizes!!!

As RocklandNYMom is an official Media Sponsor for the March of Dimes this year we have also encorporated a way to support them as well. Available for raffle will be a myriad of tricky tray prizes. Tickets cost $5 for 4, $10 for 9 or $20 for 20. A percentage of the money collected for these prizes will be donated to the March of Dimes.

Prizes include (but are not limited to):

3 nights of dinner from various restaurants
Massages
Hair Cuts
Manicures
Gift Baskets and more!

There will be a cash bar (with non alcoholic drinks as well) open during the event should you want to have a beverage.

July 4th Celebrations-2016!

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Ashley's Lists, Out and about..., Things to Do!, Uncategorized .

June 30th

Nanuet High School
6pm – 9pm Come with a picnic, blankets and chairs and enjoy activites and Inflatables
7:15pm – Rockland Radio Control Club Flying Demonstration
8pm – “Mighty Spectrum Band” in Concert
Fireworks after the concert.
Refreshments available for purchase
FREE – Rain date: July 1^st

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July 1st

Boulders Stadium
7pm – Come for a game, live music, give a ways and fireworks
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

Rye Playland Amusement Park
Fireworks display choreographed to music every Friday night, July through Sept. 2.
9:15 pm – Fireworks
Parking fees apply

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July 2nd

Trophy Point Amphitheater, West Point
7:30 – United States Military Academy Band in Concert
Fireworks following the concert
FREE – Rain date: Sunday July 3^rd

Bowline Point Park, Haverstraw
8pm – Concert
9pm – Fireworks!
FREE

Lady Warren Hose Company #5 Firehouse, Haverstraw
6pm – Unlimited wings, fries, beer and soda
$15: for adults and kids over 5 years.
Great spot to catch the fireworks!

Boulders Stadium
6:30pm
Come for a game, part and 3D fireworks
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

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July 3rd

Rye Playland Amusement Park
9:30 pm – Special holiday fireworks with a patriotic musical score.
No rain date planned.
Parking fees apply

Boulders Stadium
6:30pm – Come for a game, party and 3D fireworks
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

Kensico Dam Plaza
6pm – Entertainment begins – bring a blanket, chairs and a picnic.
8pm – Patriotic Concert
9:15 – Fireworks extravaganza
This event attracts large crowds, consider carpooling or taking the train to the Valhalla station.
1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY 10595

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July 4th

Memorial Park, Nyack
9pm – Fireworks will begin
They can be seen from any place in the Village where there is a clear view of the southeast sky
FREE

East Central Avenue Ball Field, Pearl River
7pm – Concert begins
9pm – Fireworks!
FREE

Veterans Memorial Field – Ridgewood, NJ
6pm Gates will open
131 North Maple Avenue
Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Rye Playland Amusement Park
9:30 pm – Special holiday fireworks with a patriotic musical score.
No rain date planned.
Parking fees apply

Boulders Stadium
5:30pm – The festivities begin! Come for the game, hot dog eating contest, giveaways, a post-game performance from the Ramsey Wind Symphony and a fireworks extravaganza.
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

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Playgrounds, Playscapes, and More!

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Out and about..., RNYM's Picks, Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is an unsponsored post. All opinions expressed are our own.

-Deirdre Costello

When you have little kids and you can finally get out from hibernation, where do you go? Do you run errands and then stop at a local playscapes for your little one to run off some energy? Do you meet up with a friend for lunch and hit up the local zoo? Where can your playgroup or Moms group go to switch up their weekly routine?

Please keep in mind that some parks have strict residency requirements that must be adhered to. Please check the parks and recreations departments if you are unsure. As always, be courteous of the space and clean up after yourselves so that we can keep these areas nice.

Parks and Playgrounds

Kings Park
Kings Hwy. Congers, NY 10920
(845) 639-6200
Ball fields, playground with infant swings, ice skating, basketball courts.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk

Tennyson Park
Tennyson Dr. Nanuet, NY 10954
(845) 639-6200
Ball field, playground, basketball courts.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk.

Eugene Levy Memorial Park
920 Rte-45 Pomona, NY 10970
(845) 357-6100
Children’s playground, nature area, jogging/walking paths, exercise trail, handball courts, and bathrooms.

Tigers Den Park
Rose Ave. Spring Valley, NY 10977
(718) 367-1010
A playground, with basketball and volleyball courts.

Emeline Park
Main St. Haverstraw, NY 10927
(845) 429-0300
Playground, gazebo, walking path, picnicking, fishing, and a gorgeous view of the haverstraw bay.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk.

Haverstraw Bay Park
21 Gagan Rd. Haverstraw, NY 10927
(845) 364-2670
Right on the water in Haverstraw, several playgrounds for all ages, a gazebo, picnic areas, walking trail, fishing, the September 11th memorial and bathrooms.

Nyack Memorial Park
53 Piermont Ave. Nyack, NY 10960
On the shores of the Hudson and within walking distance from the downtown Nyack area, with children’s playground, gazebo, tennis courts, butterfly garden, small watercraft launch. Hosts several special events throughout the summer.

Germonds Park
Germonds Rd.West Nyack, NY 10994 (All the way up the hill above the pool club)
Playground for ages 2-5

Zukor Park
31 Zukor Road, New City, NY 10956
Fenced in area, with padded floor ( not mulch), infant swings, basketball courts, baseball fields, soccer fields.

Veteran’s Memorial Park
81 Hunt Rd Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-6503
Active park with athletic fields and courts, playgrounds, batting cages, jogging paths, two ponds, concession stand.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk.

Independence Park
Independence Ave Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-6503
Independence Park has lighted tennis and basketball courts, playground and paths.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk.

Greenbush Center
Greenbush Rd. Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 398-1000
Greenbush Center has a playground and open playfield.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk.

Tappan Park
Oak Tree Rd. Tappan, NY 10983
(845) 359-6503
Ball field, children’s playground area.

Pilgrim Court Park
Pilgrim Ct. Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 359-6503
Children’s play area, open play space, neighborhood park.
Hours: Open dawn to dusk

Highview Community Playground
24 Highview Ave,Nanuet, NY 10954
Known as the popular “Castle Park”. Newly updated with “trex-like” material. Fenced area with Infant swings, toddler area, handicapped swings, blacktop for riding bikes.
Hours: This park is also used by Highview Elementary, hours are after school and weekends.

Nature Parks (trails, hiking, picnic areas)

County Parks

Buttermilk Falls
S Greenbush Rd, Orangeburg, NY 10962
A path leads up to the falls, with several more paths leading to the top to lookout points. Great spot for young first time hikers. Leashed dogs allowed.

Demarest Kill Recreation Area
57 New Hempstead Road, New City
Hiking trails, fishing, nature path, picnic areas, no restrooms.

Dutch Gardens
37 South Main Street, New City
Walking paths, picnic areas, gardens, gazebo and a brick teahouse.

Mountainview Nature Park
Strawberry Hill Lane, West Nyack
Hiking trails. Leashed dogs allowed.

State Parks

Rockland Lake State Park
299 Rockland Lake Rd.Valley Cottage
3.2 mile paved path – non motorized bikes allowed. Fishing, golfing, hiking, tennis, boat launches, swimming pool, picnic areas, and nature trails.

Nyack Beach State Park
698 N. Broadway Upper Nyack
Hiking, fishing, biking, picnic areas. Launching kayaks and windsurfers from the beach is allow. Dogs allowed- must be on a 6 foot leash.

Hook Mountain State Park
663 N Broadway, Nyack
Hiking. Leashed pets allowed.

If you are up for an adventure and making it a day trip,
Here are some in New Jersey!

Playgrounds for the kiddos!

Overpeck Park
199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ.

A newly renovated park, with climbing nets, leveled runways and spinners. It is also great because of its rubbery ground surface which is easier on the knees for those excitable missteps! landing. Bathrooms are close by near the soccer fields.

Finch Park Creative Playground
Ramsey, NJ
Also a newer playground with a variety of structures for different ages levels to enjoy. It has a toddler area that looks like a pirate ship and a older age playground that looks like castle. A cool sandbox as well.Wyckoff Community Playground
Wyckoff, NJ
A very large playground with two structures for each age group. The playground is two-tiered for both the little ones and older kids. Really neat slides and enough shade for a rest from all the activities!

Haworth Memorial Park (aka Castle Park)
Haworth, NJ.
Very cool wooden castle playground. It has been around for a long time and built with real wood. Areas for older and younger kids. This park has lots of shade cover. The ground is pebbles so be sure to have the kids in sneakers!

Van Saun Park
Paramus NJ
Van Saun Park is one of the largest playgrounds in the area. There are 4 different structures. It now includes an inclusive playground with handicap accessibility. There is also a fun large carousel and small pony rides available at this popular park. Across the parking lot is the Van Saun County Zoo where there are tons of animals to see and a train to ride! This park and zoo makes for a great day out!

Clark Field
Washington Twp, NJ

This is a newer playground that has lots of shady spots. The play structures are for all ages. There is a pirate ship in the toddler area and the older area has some very tall slides. This park has four full size swings, four toddler swings, and one tire swing.

Oradell Kids Foundation Playground
Oradell, NJ
There is a huge play structure with rock walls, climbing structures and tube slides. There is also a toddler area. The toddler section has a tube slide, all just on a smaller scale.

Saddle River County Park
Otto C Pehle Area, Saddle Brook, NJ

A large playground in Saddle Brook. The play area near a lovely pond with a center water fountain. The playground has lots of tunnels and bridges. It also has many climbing structures such as rock walls, poles, monkey bars, and rings. It has four full size swings, four toddler swings, and one handicap swing.

Ross Dock Park
Fort Lee (Englewood), NJ
Large playground overlooking the Hudson River. The playground is full of climbing activities such as rings, rock walls, and chains. It is a great park for taking in the view and snaping some photos! It features picnic tables, restrooms and a refreshment stand, with drinks, snacks, ice cream, and picnic and barbecue supplies, (Open on weekends in the summer.) Great views of the George Washington Bridge!

Votee Park
Teaneck, NJ.
Huge and brand new inclusive playground with lots of ramps, musical keyboards, sign language interactive boards and even fire saftey tips for the kids to read and learn. The ground is made from a rubber square surface. Six full size swings, two toddler swings, and six handicap swings.

Nature Parks and Trails (some have playgrounds)

Ridgewood Duck Pond
Ridgewood, NJ
The park amenities include picnic areas, a playground and a dog park.
Great handicap playground and good for all ages.There are two structures that are suitable for all ages. Tons of climbing structures for both older and little tikes!

Saddle River County Park
Bicycle-Pedestrian Path: This bike and pedestrian path travels from Ridgewood to Rochelle Park (aprox. 6 miles long) The path is quite scenic. Ride or walk past a waterfall at Dunkerhook Park, or stop for a break at one of the three ponds. There are also tree shaded picnic areas, playgrounds and pavilions along the path.

Darlington Park
Mahwah, NJ
Playground for all ages and tennis and basketball courts. A walking, running or biking patch and picnic areas but you will have to bring your own grill. There is also a Wildlife Observation.

Dahnerts Lake County Park
Garfield, NJ
Lake with a center fountain. The play area is large with a two large structures for each age group. Lots of steep slides, bridges and mushroom caps!

ONE FUNNY MOTHER- RNYM Discount!!

Posted on June 1, 2016 by RocklandNYMom Posted in Day Trips, Opportunities, Out and about..., RNYM Savings!, RNYM's Picks, Things to Do! .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own.

We at RNYM love the theater… One issue with getting there is that it is often SOOOO expensive- well we have got the remedy for that!!! Check out the EXCLUSIVE deal we have on AWESOME tickets to a HYSTERICAL spoof on motherhood. When can you get to the theater for $35 a ticket?!!!!

We have plans to attend and review for you coming right up, but in the meantime- don’t miss this!!!!

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A Hilarious Night of Laundry, Laughs and Liquor!

TICKETS AS LOW AS $35!

DENA BLIZZARD HAS AUDIENCES ROLLING IN THEIR SEATS!.. She is warm, truthful, relatable – and an excellent laundry folder.” -Stage Buddy

“You know that funny (friend) that can really make you ‘ugly laugh’ and make the wine come out your nose kinda funny: That’s Dena.” -NY Theater Guide

“IT’S IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE THIS PERFORMANCE AND NOT LEAVE LIGHTER AND HAPPIER!” -The Reviews Hub

Have you ever gone un-showered for days, fought with your husband over who works harder, had a kid pee on you?

Dena Blizzard’s hilarious new show will make you realize you’re not crazy…motherhood is!

The perfect Girls Night Out or Date Night for anyone who IS a mom, HAS a mom or is MARRIED to a mom!

3 WAYS TO BUY YOUR TICKETS:
1. ONLINE: Click Here or Visit TelechargeOffers.com & enter code: FMLSP35
2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 & mention code: FMLSP35
3. IN PERSON: Print this offer & bring to New World Stages Box Office

Check Out Dena’s Funny Videos
Performance Schedule: Thur 7pm & Sat 8pm
Performing at New World Stages – 340 West 50th St (btw 8th & 9th ave)

Visit Onefunnymother.com

Restrictions: Offer Expires 7/2/16. $35 Discounted Tickets (reg. $65). Normal service charges apply. May not be combined with any other offer. Not valid for previously purchased tickets. No Refunds or Exchanges. Subject to availability. Offer may be revoked or altered at any time. Limit of 8 tickets per order.

LIGHTSCAPES

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Day Trips, Day Trips, Events, Out and about..., Reviews, Uncategorized .

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post, as we were invited back to visit LIGHTSCAPES. All opinions expressed are my own.

-Ashley

The rain and the crazy weather have been killer lately! All my boys want to do is be out of the house, and lets face it – so do I! So I was thrilled at the opportunity to visit LIGHTSCAPES at Van Cortlandt Manor.

I’m sure many of you are familiar with the Great Jack-o-lantern Blaze that happens every fall, well this magical event is created by the same people. I have yet to bring my boys (4 and 3) to the Blaze, but after our experience at LIGHTSCAPES we will definitely be there this year!

I’ll start off with some main points: There are snacks available for purchase with cash or card: popcorn, baked goods, coffee, tea etc. However, the delicious ice cream from Blue Pig is cash only. There are no bathrooms, but port-a-potties available. I would also advise not to bring a stroller as it can get crowded, and parts are narrow and bumpy. A baby carrier is best.

The entrance is beneath a color changing rainbow that leads you to walk through a bubble storm, where I realized you are never really too old to enjoy popping bubbles!

A large number of the sculptures are made from recycled objects, so I had the boys guessing at each one what they were made of (a fun and interactive game). Yelling in excitement “Look, bowling pins! Water jugs! They are so silly, they used milk jugs!”

What a great way to have a conversation about waste, and art?!

(S) standing in the Castle made of milk jugs, large plastic bottles and water jugs.

Butterfly with a bowling pin as a body!

The boy’s favorite, the praying mantis.

As we walked through, I felt like Tinkerbell among the huge lit flowers, mushrooms, and insects. We were whisked away to someplace magical.

My favorite part, the flower garden.

Gorgeous HUGE vase of flowers, incorporating all different types of flowers.
This picture does it no justice.

We took our time and strolled the path, being sure not to miss anything and we were finished in about an hour. Driving home (W) asked if we could save some of our recycling to make a project. So we are saving up milk jugs and egg cartons to come up with a fun project for this weekend (I will show you all when we are done)!

Hurry and grab your tickets, this event is only through May!
May 12th-15th
May 19th-22nd
May 26th-30th
Buy Tickets HERE!

http://www.hudsonvalley.org/events/lightscapes

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