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Englewood Night Market Brings the Ultimate Block Party to North Jersey

For the past five years, Englewood has shut down East Palisade Avenue for the ultimate summer block party. This year, New Jersey Family is a...
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Pick Your Own Sunflowers at These New Jersey Farms

Is there any flower that screams summer more than a sunflower? All across New Jersey, farms are bursting with these tall, cheerful blooms. You...
Mom Bosses

Adriana Carrig’s Little Words Project: How an NJ Mom Turned Kindness Into a Multi-Million Dollar Brand

Adriana Carrig knows firsthand how game-changing a kind word or gesture can be for someone going through a rough time. Throughout most of her...
Home & Safety

When Lightning Strikes: How to Keep Safe During a Storm

Here are the important safety tips to learn and follow yourself, as well as to teach your kids:
Things to Do in NJ

Best Things to Do in New Jersey This Weekend (July 18-20, 2025)

Spend the weekend taking the kids to a soccer tournament on the beach, a wildlife show where they can touch the animals, or out...
Local News

Tick Bites in New Jersey Are on The Rise

Summer means lots of time spent outdoors, but with adventures like camping, hiking and playing in the grass comes the risk of getting bit...
Things to Do in NJ

A Traveling Water Circus is Coming to NJ!

Clown around with the kids at Cirque Italia, which is coming to Elizabeth and Rockaway.
Things to Do in NJ

Adventure Aquarium Gets Into Shark Week With Its ‘Jaw-some Adventure’

New Jerseyans are fascinated by sharks, mostly because more than 100 years ago, two people were attacked by sharks off the coast of Matawan,...
Health

Two New Measles Cases in NJ Prompt a Reinforced Warning from State Health Officials

Earlier this year, there were 3 confirmed cases of measles in New Jersey, prompting health officials to urge parents to check the vaccination status...
Dessert

New Jersey’s Best Ice Cream Shops: Where to Go on National Ice Cream Day (Sunday)

From must-try flavors to old-fashioned shakes and sodas, these ice cream parlors are the best of the best.
NJ Baby

Here’s What to Know Before Your Baby’s First Pediatrician Visits

The early days with your newborn are a mix of joy, wonder, worry, and little sleep. Amidst the blur of feedings and diaper changes...
Family Travel

Why St. Pete Beach Is a Fun + Easy Family Getaway

St. Pete Beach is beloved for its powdery white sand, warm Gulf waters, and chill vibe. From downtown shops and restaurants to art galleries,...
Amusement Parks

How to Plan the Sweetest Family Getaway to Hershey

Hershey is one of the most fun family destinations in close proximity to New Jersey. You may be surprised to learn that there’s so...
Local News

7 Counties in New Jersey Are Still Under Flood Watch Due to Yesterday’s Storms

Intense storms slammed New Jersey on Monday, and two women died when their car was swept away by floodwaters in Plainfield. The storms caused...
Family Travel

Inside Huddy House: A Stunning New B&B with Deep Roots in South Jersey

From the outside, Huddy House Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful classic Victorian home  along Main Street in Toms River. But step through the...
Home Improvement

Design Pros Offer Cost-Saving Tips For Renovating Your Home

We all want to upgrade our home—but how do we do it on a budget? To help you get the most bang for your...
Healthy Families

Are Your Kid’s Orthopedic Issues Growing Pains or Something More?

If your child wakes up in the middle of the night with muscle aches, it could be something as simple as growing pains. “Growing...
Things to Do in NJ

Catch New Characters From Moana 2 and Inside Out 2 When Disney on Ice Returns to New Jersey

Disney on Ice is a perennial favorite for families, and the newest show is adding performances by some never-seen-before movie characters. When the ice skating...

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