Jeannine Cintron is the Deputy Editor for New York Family. She started her career at Staten Island Parent, where she still serves as Senior Editor. She is a graduate of St. John's University and has written hundreds of articles about parenting and family life. She is currently a single mom living in Staten Island with her two children, two cats and four guinea pigs. When she's not busy writing about the metaphorical zoo she runs, you can find her binging an inexcusable amount of television.
Free Sports Programs for Kids in Staten Island for Summer 2021 with CityParks
Get active this summer with free sports instruction for youth ages 8 – 17. Participants of all levels are welcome to enroll in summer tennis, golf, and track programs twice weekly from July 5 – August 23 with CityParks Foundation. Students will learn the fundamentals of play while staying healthy and energized! The programs are […]
NYC Schools to Reopen This Fall for In-Person Learning Only
Mayor de Blasio announced plans to reopen public schools in the fall for in-person learning only. There will be no option for remote learning in for the 2021-2022 school year. In a letter addressed to NYC families, the Dept. of Education cited a “rolling 7-day COVID positivity rate of 0.16% and a consistently low transmission […]
Amusement Parks Near Staten Island
Looking to plan some exciting day trips with the family this summer? Consider heading to one (or more!) of the many amusement parks located less than a two-hour drive from Staten Island. Take a look at our roundup below, and start working on your action-packed summer itinerary. Luna Park at Coney Island 1000 Surf Ave., […]
11 Things to do this Memorial Day Weekend with Your Family
Oh Memorial Day, the beautiful long weekend that kicks off the start of summer. As the nice weather rolls in and you get ready to have some fun family time this weekend, we’ve got a fun-filled list of how you can celebrate and honor the holiday. And to all the military members and families, thank […]
52 Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
It’s the mother of all Mother’s Day gift lists! This year, don’t get her something she needs; get her something she wants – even if she doesn’t yet know she wants it! Think of something she might not buy for herself, or try one of these unique ideas. Or…pick out your own gift, mama! A […]
2021–2022 School Year Calendar
The 2021–2022 School Year Calendar has been released by the NYC Dept. of Education. Whether your family is planning a vacation, holiday gathering or you’re just curious about when your kids are off of school, now you can see what’s in store for the upcoming school year. Below is the 2021–22 school year calendar for […]
The Best Zoos In Staten Island, New Jersey and New York City
Spend a day with your kids at a zoo in Staten Island, New Jersey, or New York City where the whole family can visit a variety of exotic and local animals. Some locations even have animal feedings, areas just for children, and touch tanks where kids can participate. This comprehensive list of zoos in NYC […]
The Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms Near Staten Island
It’s cherry blossom season! These vibrant, sweeping trees serve as the most STUNNING backdrop for your spring family photos (or engagement photos, graduation photos, communion photos, birthday photos, you get the point). Below you will find the top spots in and near Staten Island for viewing these beauties. Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden […]
Ask @DadandBuried: My Kids Get too Much Screen Time. Am I a Bad Parent?
Kids are getting a lot of screen time during the pandemic. Is it too much? Here’s what Mike Julianelle—aka @DadandBuried—thinks about it. Mike Julianelle, the 40-something father of two behind @dadandburied, is our go-to friend when it comes to parenting advice. He tells it like it is and gives us a good laugh along the way, […]
