Solutions For Parenting In Staten Island
The spotlight is on female empowerment this month, so let story time inspire accordingly! Celebrate the accomplishments of the most memorable women in history with these powerful and fascinating reads from Macmillan Publishers. A IS FOR AWESOME by Eva Chen (Ages 1-3) Instagram superstar and New York Times bestselling author Eva Chen has created an […]
Each spring, many schools in Staten Island hold Basket Auctions 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, right? Please note that dates, times, locations, and seating availability are subject to change without notice. In […]
A massive measles outbreak in Rockland County has led officials to declare a state of emergency, banning all unvaccinated minors from public spaces (defined as “a place where more than 10 persons are intended to congregate). Anyone under 18 years old who has not had the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccination will not be allowed in public […]
SPONSORED CONTENT “But what if WE ALL owned it?” Two years ago, a group of professional nannies on Staten Island came together to ask themselves this question of a childcare business they were thinking of starting. Their goal was to provide quality childcare to their community while also empowering their employees. The women believed uniting […]
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OTHER SUMMER PROGRAM UPDATES & MORE! The NYPD Summer Youth Police Academy is one of several innovative, effective programs that the Department provides for young people in New York City. The program gives young individuals between the ages of 10 and 15 the opportunity to train with police officers […]
In the aftermath of Staten Islander Jeanine Cammarata’s tragic death, New Yorkers are being urged to wear purple on Thursday, April 11. The color represents domestic violence awareness. The 37-year-old teacher and mother of three went missing last week and was later found dead in a storage locker in Arden Heights. Her estranged husband, Michael […]
Kick off your summer reading adventures with exciting parties at every local library in Staten Island. Here’s this year’s lineup. Click here for hours, locations and phone numbers for individual branches. Dongan Hills Library • Thursday, June 6 • 1pm & 3:30pm 1pm: Explore the science involved in rocket construction as you build your own […]
When a child has felt the devastating loss of a parent or loved one, spending time with others who understand their pain is a good way for everyone to heal together. That’s why Camp Good Grief is the perfect fit for young people who have experienced such a heartbreaking loss. Camp Good Grief is an […]
Parents know that children’s imaginations know no limits when it comes to playtime. However, the right prop can take make-believe to the next level. Once they put on these ultra-cool dinosaur feet, your kids won’t ever want to take them off. Here’s how to make them: Gather your materials. You’ll need tissue paper cut into […]
Outdoor Fun Ideas for Snow Days Shovel a shallow path in the snow around the yard to create a snow maze. Bring toy dump trucks outside and play “snow removal.” Ask the kids to help you shovel (the little ones may like this more than the big ones). Go on a nature walk. Gather winter […]
