Next to the holidays, it’s the second craziest time of year: back-to-school and fall. That means football is in the air – on television, in tailgating and in our kids sports. If you don’t happen to follow my blog (you’re missing out!), it’s pretty obvious by the title that football plays a huge part in our lives. And having a son, I know it’s only a matter of time before he… Keep Reading
Swimming. Is it something we take for granted? We consider lake and beach trips vacations, love to spend time and money on luxury items like boating, fishing and even our own backyard pools. Being surrounded by water is something we just play into our daily lives (I mean, we DO live on an island!). But the trends are speaking. Did you know that currently, almost 10 people drown every day in… Keep Reading
I learned to swim when I was about 4 or 5 years old. The memory is burned into my memory like a branding stick to a steer. It was at Thiel College’s indoor pool and I was there with my aunt. They told me to jump into the water and she would catch me. She didn’t. I went under. Obviously I came up. I think I still hold a wee… Keep Reading
If you happen to be walking on 19th Street and 10th Avenue right under the High Line and see a random, suburban-looking house that doesn’t seem to belong in New York City, you might want to walk over and investigate. Yayoi Kusama’s “Give Me Love” installation is hiding behind those inconspicuous walls at the David Zwirner Gallery in Chelsea. It’s super kid-friendly and we guarantee you’re going to want to… Keep Reading
We all have our up and downs, and this year hasn’t been any exception. It seems the older we get in life, the more serious we have to take things, and yet, the sadder we become because we’re missing out on the simple things in life that make us happy. The one thing that makes me happy, you ask? Well, this is it. It took me about 32 years to… Keep Reading
Last year I went all out to plan and create a huge Disney party for all of our friends and family at Raising Astoria. Read all about that amazing party with Pinterest tutorials and everything here. This year, I wanted it to be more intimate. There were a number of reasons, one mostly being the weather (we had to cancel once already and last year we had people get stuck… Keep Reading
Ok I am about to blow your minds with this one. You can call me Susie Homemaker, but really, when did it become more convenient to NOT make your own things at home? It really takes 5 minutes to make homemade playdough and it’s safe, non-toxic, and fun to get the kids involved in the process. Plus, the colors don’t stain! Let’s keep it simple, shall we? Simple Playdough Recipe… Keep Reading
One of the best Broadway shows for kids just opened this past weekend (and is running on Saturdays and Sundays through March 8)! Can Do Duck: The Musical—a new show for kids that has one of the most uplifting and positive messages we’ve seen in awhile! (Don’t say we didn’t warn you to bring some tissues.) Here’s why you’ll want to grab a ticket to this musical playing at the… Keep Reading
The Big Apple Circus is back in town with their newest show, Metamorphosis—and Maximo can’t stop raving about it. He was mesmerized the entire show so much we’re planning a second trip to watch it coming up in December! The production, which runs through January 11, 2015 under the tents at Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park, has everything from flying trapeze tricks to magic to a live-animal carousel. Here’s why you’ll want to grab… Keep Reading
It’s pretty cold out today, so that means we’re getting closer to those long days cooped up inside – Halloween may be over – but that’s still a pretty scary thought. So, here are two of my favorite indoor activities here in Astoria that you might want to keep on your radar for those colder days ahead! Bounce ‘N Play Astoria We’re always looking for fun new indoor spots in… Keep Reading
