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Laurie Rein is thrilled to have made a career of digging up activities (especially free ones!) for her twin daughters. Prior to working with Mommy Poppins NJ, Laurie wore many hats in the television industry including gigs as an NBC page, NBC copywriter, affiliate liaison for The Rosie O'Donnell Show and research manager for CBS. She is currently the Events Editor for Mommy Poppins NJ and can be reached at njevents@mommypoppins.com

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Top Things To Do on Mother's Day 2023 in New Jersey

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 9:42am

Enjoy a thrilling Mother's Day with your kids at Casino Pier. Photo courtesy of the venue

This Mother's Day, you'll find no shortage of options for a special outing in New Jersey to celebrate all the moms and mother figures in your life. Because we believe moms deserve more than one day to celebrate, we're including picks for family-friendly fun all weekend long.

Before you head out, why not treat mom to a great brunch? We've got picks for family-friendly restaurants in northern New Jersey serving up an extra special holiday menu. When you're done digesting, spend an action-packed day at iPlay America, have a day at the races with Mother's Day at the Track, or indulge in some shopping at this Spring Bazaar in Asbury Park.

Looking for even more things to do? Check out our Spring Fun Guide for other things to do on Mother's Day 2023—Sunday, May 14—and beyond.

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Best Things To Do in New Jersey May 2023 with Kids

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Sun, 04/30/2023 - 9:23am

See the stunning show when the Wildwoods International Kite Festival takes to the skies Memorial Day weekend.

From Mother's Day to Memorial Day, we've rounded up fun things to do in New Jersey all month long!

The Garden State is in full bloom this May, and our calendar is loaded with springtime fun. As warmer weather arrives, it's time to get outdoors and soak in the sun at food truck festivals, kite festivals, and the debut of outdoor movie season. Local town festivals take it to the streets in Ocean Grove, Kenilworth, and Lake Hopatcong.

The month also brings with it longer days and time to linger at a favorite destination playground, spread a blanket out for a leisurely picnic, and, come Memorial Day weekend, hit the sand and the surf at our favorite Jersey Shore beaches.

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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Top Summer Day Camps in New Jersey

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Tue, 04/25/2023 - 6:14am

Jeff Lake Day Camp in Sussex County is set on a 50-acre lake.

While summer may feel like a lifetime away, it's not too early to start exploring New Jersey's summer day camp options. The Garden State is home to awesome summer day camps that offer a wide variety of activities within one campground. Traditional offerings at these camps include sports, swimming, and arts, while some even include zip lines, laser tag, cooking, gymnastics, and rope courses.

Read on for the top summer day camps in New Jersey, many of which have had entire generations of families pass through. Find more New Jersey summer camps in our Camp Guide and Full Directory of Listings. 

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Best Summer Camps in Hoboken and Jersey City

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Tue, 04/18/2023 - 7:00am

Kids can make a splash at COMPASS Summer Camp. Photo courtesy of the camp

Hudson County kiddos have plenty to look forward to once school's out, with a variety of summer camp options available in both Jersey City and Hoboken. Choose from options like a gymnastics camp, an indoor play camp, and a traditional camp with a variety of activities. We've rounded up 10 summer camps located in Hoboken or Jersey City that will help your kids have a spectacular summer. Summer camp options include full or half days. 

For more summer camps in New Jersey, check out our lists of affordable summer camps, the Bergen County Camps, and art camps, plus bookmark our Guide to Summer Camp in New Jersey and our New Jersey Summer Camp Directory, where you can search for summer camps by age, interest, and town. 

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Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New Jersey

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Tue, 04/11/2023 - 6:56am

Check out our picks for family-friendly bowling alleys in New Jersey. Photo by Lisa Warden

Here in New Jersey, there are plenty of bowling alleys that offer year-round fun. There are small-town spots that offer traditional games with modern touches, such as automatic scoring and gutter bumpers. And there are newer, flashier bowling alleys that feature high-tech bells and whistles like interactive games, video walls, and glow ball.

In addition, venues throughout the state often feature bowling alongside laser tag and arcades.

And bowling alleys are an ideal spot for low-maintenance birthday parties, play dates, and weekend day trips.

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Easter Weekend 2023: 14 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Wed, 04/05/2023 - 7:03am

Love finding Easter eggs like Darwin, the ring-tailed lemur? Head to the egg hunt at Cape May County Zoo and Park. Photo courtesy of the park

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for Easter weekend.

Get ready to load up your Easter baskets and your calendars! Easter weekend is here, and the bunny is hopping through New Jersey, stopping by egg hunts at Cape May County Zoo and Park, Liberty Hall, Fanwood, and Cranbury. You can also meet real bunnies at Terhune Orchards' Bunny Trail or spend Easter Sunday at an Easter parade in Historic Smithville or at Jenkinson's. 

Grab your baskets and peep our roundup of even more Easter Egg Hunts in New Jersey, or climb aboard Easter Bunny Train Rides in New Jersey. Find other springtime ideas in our Guide to Spring Fun in New Jersey. If that's not enough, bookmark our Family Activity Calendar for even more great things to do in New Jersey with kids.

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Free in April: 40 Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Sun, 04/02/2023 - 11:46am

Kites of all shapes and sizes soar over the beach in Long Branch at Kites at the Pier Festival. Photo courtesy of Pier Village

Looking for FREE things to do this April in New Jersey? Check out dozens of great options below. 

Get out your calendars because April hosts 40 fun free things to do in New Jersey. Bring on the great outdoors with complimentary seasonal favorites, like Annual Kites at the Pier Festival and Essex Cherry Blossom Festival.

S​treet fairs make their debut in April with FREE events in Red Bank, Stirling, and Millburn. And Earth Day rounds out the month with no-cost events like Cape May Earth Day Celebration and Earth Day 2023.

Mark your calendars with these 40 FREE April events that take place nearly every day of the month. For more FREE fun, check out our Guide to Free Fun Things to Do with NJ Kids, and find more spring happenings in our Family Activity Calendar and Spring Activities Guide. 

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15 Best Things To Do in New Jersey April 2023 with Kids

Submitted by Laurie Rein on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 7:24am

Celebrate the springtime arrival of the glorious cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

Spring into April with a jam-packed schedule of things to do, including festivals, shows, and outdoor fun. Easter, Passover, and Earth Day mean there's lots of fun for kids in New Jersey this April!

Signs of spring are popping up everywhere this April, and you can celebrate the season at festivals like the Allentown Daffodil Days Festival, Kites at the Pier in Long Branch, and the annual Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival.  

More fun awaits in April with Easter Egg Hunts statewide and our picks for dozens of gorgeous spring day trips.

Find tons more April fun in our Spring Guide. 

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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