Dore Duhaime

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Holiday and Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunities for Families in New Jersey

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Thu, 11/03/2022 - 7:11am

Holiday and Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities abound in New Jersey.

Holiday and Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities throughout New Jersey offer great ways to connect as a family this holiday season. Volunteering together can spark the joy of giving in children of all ages. Create new family traditions by contributing to a favorite charity or reaching out to those in need.

Read on for our rundown of volunteer opportunities for kids of all ages in New Jersey, from activities suited to younger kids, like coloring greeting cards, to ways for teenagers to serve Thanksgiving dinners.

Check out other feel-good holiday ideas, like the Mommy Poppins Operation Santa Project, in our Guide to Christmas and Hanukkah in New Jersey.

Indoor Activities for Kids: 40 Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in NJ

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Tue, 09/06/2022 - 3:25pm

Allow yourself to get drawn into the mesmerizing art at the Morris Museum next time you're looking for indoor activities for kids in New Jersey. Photo by Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner

Rainy days may be perfect for curling up with a book or stomping in puddles, but sometimes busy kids need more than at-home boredom-busters on stormy days. That's where these indoor activities for kids come in. No matter the season, New Jersey has an array of great indoor activities for the whole family, from museums and indoor play spaces to bowling alleys, roller rinks, and more.

If staying in sounds better, we've got plenty of ideas for at-home rainy day fun, too. Find more picks for things to do with kids on the next bad weather day in our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces in New Jersey for Kids.

40 Things To Do in New Jersey with Tweens

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Thu, 09/01/2022 - 9:48am

Careen down the supercharged white water raft ride, Colorado River, at Mountain Creek. Photo courtesy of Mountain Creek

Looking for things to do in New Jersey with tweens? Read on for our top picks.

Your tweens may be too big for bouncy houses and tea parties, yet too young for solo outings with friends. But they still love family fun–even if they won't always admit it. When a trip to your local playground is met with eye-rolling instead of cheering, it's time to check out these amazing things to do in New Jersey with tweens. The good news? You may genuinely enjoy competing with your tween in bowling or tackling the fast slides at a water park.

Read on for 40 ideas that are cool enough for big kids and find more fun things to do in New Jersey with tweens in our Tweens and Teens Guide to NJ, which includes our rundown on birthday party ideas for teens in New Jersey.

25 Fun-Filled Fall Day Trips from New Jersey for Families

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Fri, 08/26/2022 - 6:36am

Johnson's Locust Hill Farm is a picture perfect backdrop for a stroll through the sunflowers. Photo courtesy of the farm

Autumn in New Jersey is a perfect time for a family day trip. We've got the lowdown on the best foliage tours, apple picking, and pick-your-own farms in the state—so grab a sweater and a mug of hot cider, and head out with the family on one of these fall day trips from New Jersey

Find all our picks for seasonal fun in our Fall Fun Guide and bookmark our Day Trips Guide for all-seasons destinations.

Outdoor Restaurants in NJ with Kid-Friendly Backyards to Sample This Summer

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Tue, 06/21/2022 - 7:39am

Feast on BBQ on the patio at Pineapple Express Barbecue.

Outdoor restaurants in NJ give you a chance to relax and linger over a summer meal with children. Restless kids are free to stretch their legs, explore, and watch the world go by. These outdoor restaurants in New Jersey have options ranging from waterfront decks and sandy patios to tree-shaded courtyards and grassy gardens.

Read on for our top picks for kid-friendly outdoor dining, and don't miss our round-up of NJ themed restaurants with interactive dining with interactive dining or our rundown of places where kids eat free. You can find tons of other great things to do in the Garden State this season in our Summer Fun Guide.

Indoor Obstacle Courses, Ninja Warrior Training, and Aerial Arts Facilities in NJ

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Sun, 02/13/2022 - 3:13pm

Kids can test their strength and skill at Urban Air Adventure Park.

Got kids who are obsessed with American Ninja Warrior and want the thrill of climbing warped walls? Or junior acrobats hoping to twirl in the air like circus performers in The Greatest Showman? Well, they're in luck because New Jersey is home to many indoor ninja-style obstacle courses and aerial arts gyms where little acrobats and ninjas can hone the skills they've seen on TV.

These indoor adventures get your kids climbing, vaulting, swinging, and balancing. These New Jersey facilities keep adventure-seekers moving right through the winter from ropes courses and rock walls to trapeze swings and plate-spinning.

Find more active spots in New Jersey for kids in our Guide to Indoor Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones. If you'd rather stay in, we've also got fun at-home ideas to get kids moving like these 25 exercise games and creative recess breaks.

Family-Friendly Spots to Snowboard and Ski in New Jersey

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Fri, 01/07/2022 - 5:55pm

Ski at Mountain Creek for big-resort amenities without the crowds.

Inspire your kids with a lifelong love of skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports with a family day on the slopes. We've rounded up six ski resorts in and near New Jersey where your family can maximize its time on the mountain and minimize time in the car. We've also included safety tips for skiing and snowboarding from respected professionals.

If you're looking for winter fun that's a bit less strenuous, snow tubing might be just the thing, and for even more outdoor options, check out our Ski & Snow Guide.

40+ Family-Friendly Things To Do in Hoboken

Submitted by Dore Duhaime on Tue, 10/05/2021 - 5:37pm

Hoboken is a colorful, charming small-town with plenty of metropolitan appeal.

Home sweet Hoboken. The small-town city where strollers, school kids, dogs, and 20-somethings come together is more vibrant than ever. With family-friendly parks, cafes, markets, and play spaces packed into this walkable city, it's no wonder so many young families love it. From kid-friendly entertainment and restaurants to festivals and museums, what's not to love about the Mile Square City? For small towns in New Jersey, Hoboken is tops. Read on for 43 of our favorite things to do in Hoboken.