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A person's hand opening a can. Prime energy drink is available in a similar can

Prime Energy Drink Faces Bans in Some Schools

Juneteenth Events for Families In and Near NYC

Three young children reading books on a beach. Books for your kids' summer reading list include stories about animals, school and more.

14 New Books for Your Kids’ Summer Reading List

Parental Burnout: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Carnivals, Festivals, and Parades in NYC and Nearby: June 2024

an array of healthy foods, which are part of NYC's plan for improving food education in NYC schools, spread out on a table

Mayor Unveils Plan for Improving Food Education in NYC Schools

Summer fun guide

Read the Ultimate Family Guide to Summer Fun

A child petting a cute cat between the ears. There are many ways for helping your child through the loss of a pet.

Helping Your Child Through the Loss of a Pet

NYC School Calendar 2023-2024: NYC DOE Calendar for the school year

Six reasons why camp is important for your child’s development

Ready for camp? How to tell if your child is ready

Top Ways to Find A Camp

What to Pack for Summer Day Camp

Pride Month Events in NYC and Nearby for Kids and Families 2024

Mental Health Issues That Affect Young Children

Surfs Up at Malibu Barbie Cafe in Downtown Manhattan

Memorial Day 2024: Events and Parades In Staten Island and Around NYC

Horses marching in the Little-Neck Douglaston Memorial Day Parade.

One of the Largest Memorial Day Parades Steps Off in NYC

A set of Team Supercrew SEL books for kids.

Check Out Team Supercrew: SEL Books for Kids

menstruation teen

Will Discussing Menstruation in Public Schools be Banned?

Mother putting life jacket on child. Wearing a life jacket is one of the most important boat safety tips for families and individuals.

10 Boat Safety Tips for Families

A mom who is nominated in a Super Mom contest sitting in a restaurant with her two daughters.

Staten Island Mom is a Finalist in Super Mom Contest

Photo of summer at Governors Island showing people riding bikes during the day.

Summer at Governors Island: A Delightful Day Trip for Staten Islanders

PUMP Act: Understanding this New Law (and what it means for breast pumping mothers while working)

Father and daughter putting coins in a piggie bank, which can be a way of teaching kids financial literacy.

Teaching Kids Financial Literacy at Any Age

The Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History: A Parents Guide to exploring this Now Open Center

boxes of Girl Scout cookies

Last Call For Girl Scout Cookies in Staten Island this Year!

Summer Programs and Camps that Focus on the Arts (dance, art, theatre and more)

Planet Fitness High School FREE Summer Pass for Kids Ages 14 to 19

May Cover Inspector General Lucy Lang on Serving NY Families While Raising a Family of Her Own