School’s Out for Summer so what are your plans?
I read this hysterically funny rant from another mom today in which she said, “I’m officially over summer if my kids mention one more time how bored they are,I’m going to go postal on them (or something to that effect).”
Well I am here to make sure your kids only utter that “I’m bored” expression once a day- as opposed to every hour on the hour.
So what have I been doing this JULY?. Egger’s ice cream shop is one of my favorite COOL places; delicious old-fashioned ice cream- tons of cheap candy! And of course the PUBLIC LIBRARY!! I’ve also been screaming a lot (I’ve decided I’m just going to let my kids fight and let the chips fall where they may–hopefully no one loses an eye), giving my son yodels at 8 am just to keep him nice and happy-that usually lasts about 2 minutes.
But seriously are some tips for getting through tomorrow…
-Make sure they eat breakfast (there’s nothing like a cranky, hungry kid!)
– Start setting up play dates
-Have a fashion show–tell your kids you want them to model their old summer clothes, this way you’ll see what clothes still fit and what you need to replenish (girls enjoy this more then boys!)
There are also tons of FREE and low-cost activities right here on Staten Island! While you might have to schlep your kids to them once you get there- at the very least you’ll be giving your kids a change of scenery and who knows, they might actually have some fun.
The Staten Island Zoo features an internationally acclaimed reptile collection with one of the most extensive collections of North American rattlesnakes housed in a brand-new, state-of-the-art, interactive reptile wing, featuring the “Fear Zone,” all about venomous critters. The Zoo’s African Savannah Exhibit features a number of exotic animals that are native to the vast grasslands of central and southern Africa, such as leopards, mandrills, lizards, and meerkats.
The Zoo also features a tropical forest, an aquarium, and a New England farm themed Children’s Center complete with farm animals. Children will enjoy the Kids Korral, a barn and petting area, as well as pony rides. There is also an exhibit for the Zoo’s otters where you can view our festive friends either below the water or out in the open in their spacious quarters. The Zoo also recently added a beautiful bobcat exhibit to the left of the Broadway entrance. A viewing glass allows the Bobcats to safely get close to visitors while also housing climbing rocks, a waterfall and a scenic backdrop depicting an abundance of foliage.
Address: 614 Broadway Phone number: 718-442-3100
The NYC Parks are full of great stuff for kids!
Here are some of their programs that are worth checking out!
Drop by one of Parks 15 Nature Centers, where Urban Park Rangers have thought up all sorts of exciting programs to teach you about nature in New York!
Kids Sports Programs
Come play baseball, basketball, bikes, football, golf, soccer, and more sports programs all year. More About Sports Programs
Summer Camps
Have fun this summer and meet new friends at one of their recreation center camps! You’ll play sports, take field trips, make art, and more. More About Summer Camps
MillionTreesNYC Games
Learn about the trees you see every day when you play these games from MillionTreesNYC! You can play online or get ideas for games to play with your friends.
Recreation Centers
Their centers offer tons of ways to have fun, like indoor pools, basketball courts, dance studios, art studios, and game rooms, and they’re free for all kids! Find a Recreation Center
BeFitNYC
Sometimes having fun is the healthiest thing you can do! Whether you want to shoot hoops or learn ballet, you can find out how on BeFitNYC. Get Started with BeFitNYC
Of course the New York Public Library has free events all summer long– here are some fun things happening in July!
Children’s Summer Reading Program – July through August 30th
For ages birth through 11 years.At www.summerreading.org Exercise your brain all summer. Be extra smart when school starts!
Check out the Regal Summer Movie Express! Each location will host the Summer Movie Express on Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10am for nine weeks. Admission is $1 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute. Here is a list of all the movies and participating locations
Let me know how it goes !
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