The Monroe County Library System offers a variety of storytime events for young children. Our Guide to Library Storytimes in Rochester can help you find a storytime at your local library and also let you know what's available not...
Rochester is full of playgrounds for young families to enjoy! Here are some of the newer playground structures in the area to check out. These playgrounds were built between 2020 - 2023. New Playgrounds In Rochester Goodwin Park | Greece This newer...
As a multiracial family, it's important to us that our children spend time with people who come from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. I want my kids to be able to see themselves (and us) in a global context....
Nobody warned me that the most expensive part of parenting a toddler would be the cost of berries! How can I say no to such a healthy snack that my son wants to consume by the handful? Thankfully berry...
Sometimes it's good to switch up the day-to-day status quo with events out in the community! Rochester is chock full of various performing arts groups with theatre performances and concerts for all ages to appreciate. Embracing the local performing...
Looking for fun places to get outside with your family this summer? New York is full of adventures featuring history, nature, and activities in its many State Parks. We have five State Parks within an hour drive from Rochester's...
Gardening in upstate New York poses a unique set of challenges. The shortened growing season, unpredictable weather, and variety of pests native to the area make it easy to get overwhelmed or discouraged when you are first starting out....
Did you know that the first Saturday in May is Free Comic Book Day? Comic Book stores across the US open to long lines of adults and kids to pick out a number of free comic books from a...
Mom Walks are a great way for moms to hang out, get some sunshine, fresh air and get moving. Rochester Mom Collective will be regularly hosting Mom Walks and you can find the information here for upcoming walks. Be...
Rochester sure has no shortage of historical figures to honor who have made a difference in our society. In that same vein, our city has a plethora of museums to explore. At these museums, kids and adults alike can...

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50 Things To Do During Winter Break

Winter break in Rochester offers families the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories together. Whether you're looking to embrace the snowy outdoors, explore local...

How to Start Cloth Diapering

When I discovered I was pregnant, I read every book I could researching what to expect and how to prepare. I wanted to know...

How To Enjoy Winter With Your Kids In Rochester

Upstate New York is a beautiful place to live and people come from all over to experience the fall foliage. Yet, many who love...

Experience Gifts In Rochester

As the holidays approach, I’m exploring clutter-free, experience gifts. We try to steer our children’s focus to things like enjoying special traditions or the...

Volunteer Opportunities For Families in Rochester

Volunteering as a family is a wonderful way to bond, teach valuable life lessons, and give back to the community together. For families with...

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50 Things To Do During Winter Break

Winter break in Rochester offers families the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories together. Whether you're looking to embrace the snowy outdoors, explore local...

How To Build A Leprechaun Trap

If you set up "Elf on the Shelf" every Christmas, you may find yourself in a similar role come March. With St. Patrick’s Day...

Maple Syrup Farms In Rochester

When the long winter begins to thaw, nature gifts us with a Northeastern staple: maple syrup! Every year, we look forward to the celebration...

How To Make Maple Syrup At Home

Growing up, I wasn’t much for nature, and I still am not to this day. A day at the beach would be my ideal...

7 Ways For Families To Stay Active This Winter

As the seasons progress to a wintry frozen wonderland, the question on many moms' minds is, how do I keep my kids active and...