Challenge Yourself to an Escape Room!

I’m sure by now you have all heard about these “escape rooms” that originally started in big cities, but all of a sudden have taken the suburbs by storm. At first I was nervous, worrying that there would be no windows, no ventilation and that I would have claustrophobia and eventually suffocate. But, then I […]

Black Tap is ALL That.

Black Tap. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it totally over the top? Yes. Will your kids go flipping bananas if you take them there? Yes. So go once and get it over with. We took the kids for shakes and we split a burger. The kids were so excited to try it that it made […]

A Sneak Peek Behind the Scenes at Turtle Back Zoo

February 26, 2017   •  2:00– 3:00pm Ever wish you could see what the giraffes do during their “time off?” Here’s your chance to get up closed and personal with these beautiful, graceful creatures! Tour begins at 2pm. $40/ zoo members; $50 general admission. Registration must be made in advance online. Each ticket includes: • 30 […]

10 Ways To Kill Time on a Snow Day

Make the most of a surprise day off.

Snow Day Fun

We woke up this morning to snow and a day off from school. The question now? How do we spend the day? It doesn’t have that survival feel I was emotionally prepping for, so I guess we need to get busy. I surveyed the family, and here’s what’s on our list: 1. Do a jigsaw puzzle. You […]

November’s Super Moon

Sunday, November 13 and Monday, November 14 be sure to catch a glimpse of one of the biggest and brightest moons you’ll ever see! The supermoon will appear bigger and brighter than any in 70 years. The full moon won’t come this close to Earth again until Nov. 25, 2034. On average, the moon orbits approximately […]

Beachtoberfest

Saturday, October 8: 12-10pm  •  Sunday, October 9  12-8pm Raise a glass at Beachtoberfest, a celebration of the Jersey Shore featuring the best of New Jersey brews, food and music. This year’s fest takes place right on the beach at The Anchor’s Bend and features live entertainment, beach BBQ, and a Saturday night bonfire. Featured […]

Camp Mommy

Ok, so I can’t take credit for coming up with this brilliant idea but I can take credit for recognizing that there was a NEED to share…. Last summer 4 friends of mine and our 4 children chose 4 days out of a week to rotate hosting a half a day of MOM CAMP.  Needless […]

The Sweetest Museum You’ll Ever Visit

Have you ever dreamed of swimming in a rainbow “sprinkle” pool or dining on edible balloons?  Or maybe you prefer to seesaw on an ice cream scooper or swing on an ice cream sandwich built for two.  Your wish has come true!! Here’s a way to beat the heat and eat ice cream!  This summer, NYC will present an […]

Let Your Kids Gamble. A Family Super Bowl Pool– with a twist

Make up your own rules, have some fun. Take advantage of this great opportunity to teach your kids how to gamble at a young age.