Marisa Iallonardo

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Top Swim Lessons and Classes for Westchester Kids

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 11:00am

Take Me to the Water Swim School offers classes for kids starting at 6 months.

Hoping to get your child more comfortable in the swimming pool? You’re in luck: there are lots of swim class options for Westchester kids, from babies through teenagers. With classes focusing on everything from basic swimming skills and safety to mastering specific strokes, there’s something for every level of swimmer. Choose from group lessons, private lessons, or even lessons in your home pool.

Ready to dive in? We've rounded up a list of swim schools to get you started.

For more ideas, check out our Classes Guide for a full rundown of classes available in the area. Or sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know!

25 Fun Things to Do with Westchester Kids Over Winter Break

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Sun, 12/16/2018 - 9:00am

Check out the Westchester Children’s Museum's Young Discoverer's program on Wednesday, December 26.

Just when the hectic-ness of the holidays are behind you, you'll be staring down a week without school. What to do? So much!

Whether you want to head to a museum, take the kids to tea, or kick off the New Year with a kid-friendly celebration, we’ve got 25 fun things for Westchester families to do over winter break 2018.

Looking for even more activities? Check out our Event Calendar and sign up for our newsletters!

30 Awesome Things To Do with Westchester Preschoolers this Fall

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Tue, 09/11/2018 - 10:00am

Pick and decorate a pumpkin at Fishkill Farms. Photo courtesy of the farm

We usher in autumn with the start of school and the uncorking of champagne (just us?), but it's also a time to take part in such annual traditions as apple picking, pumpkin picking, and Halloween celebrations. It also gives Westchester families one last opportunity to visit certain outdoor spots before they close up shop for the winter.

We’ve gathered up our favorite things to do with preschoolers this fall in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. For more options, check out our Event Calendar—and don’t forget to sign up for our newsletters and follow us on Facebook.

A Dozen Drop-In Play Spaces for Kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Sun, 08/19/2018 - 1:55pm

The Play Place has a large indoor play area, including space for tennis and soccer. Photo courtesy of the venue

Kids complaining they're bored—or you just have your eye out for something new for them to do? Whether you’re looking for something on the weekend, tween-appropriate activities, or spaces for the toddler set, we’ve rounded up a dozen drop-in play spaces and fun zones, from trampoline parks to play cafes.

Looking for even more activities? Check out our newly updated classes guide.

Revamped Saxon Woods Park Playground in White Plains Is Worth a Visit

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Thu, 06/21/2018 - 11:00am

The newly renovated playground in Saxon Woods Park has tons of cool new features.

Westchester and the Hudson Valley have no shortage of great playgrounds—whether you’re looking to entertain your toddler, host a party, or even make an entire day trip out of your visit. And now there’s one more to add to the list: the playground at Saxon Woods Park in White Plains, which was recently renovated.

Looking for even more outdoor fun? Check out our summer guide for ideas!

Learn, Play & Grow: 10 Westchester Spots with Enrichment Classes for Babies

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Sun, 04/15/2018 - 4:25pm

Westchester has tons of classes for kids of all ages—and babies are no exception. Whether you’re interested in introducing your little one to yoga and gymnastics, or even have her start learning a foreign language, you’ll find something in our area. Here we’ve rounded up a few classes to try, for babies anywhere from 6 weeks to 12 months old.

Looking for even more first-year fun? Read our round-up of Mommy & Me music classes—and be sure to check out our Event Calendar for daily events.

30 Things to Do with Westchester Preschoolers this Spring

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Sun, 03/25/2018 - 3:20pm

Spring kicks off this week and with it (fingers crossed!) the warmer weather won’t be far behind. And after an entire winter spent cooped up indoors—or at least, spent layering up your preschooler to actually leave the house—it’s time to shake things up a bit. To help, we’ve rounded up a whole slew of activities that are great for the 5-and-under set.

Looking for even more family fun? Check out our Event Calendar.

Book Worms Unite! Book Clubs for Westchester Kids and Tweens

Submitted by Marisa Iallonardo on Sun, 02/18/2018 - 4:05pm

While there are all sorts of clubs and classes for kids to try in Westchester (Chess! Music! Photography!), if your child is the one who’s reading books by flashlight way past her bedtime, it might be a great time to try a book club. We’ve rounded up 20 book clubs in Westchester County—whether your child is into graphic novels or YA fiction.

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