Queens's Stars of the Spoken Word
Students of Hillcrest High School competed in LeAp's August Wilson Monologue Competition and three students will advance to compete in LeAp's NYC-wide competition at Manhattan's MMAC Theater on March 6.
Make Your Home Glow for the Holidays
Make your home glow for the holidays. Use these tips and ideas from The American Lighting Association to create holiday lighting that warms up winter and makes decorating for the holidays easier.
Down Syndrome Prenatal Testing Pamphlet Now Available
The Global Down Syndrome Foundation has partnered with the National Down Syndrome Congress to publish an informational pamphlet about prenatal testing for Down syndrome.
5 Family-Approved Halloween Movies for Teens
Watching horror flicks with friends and family may be a staple activity for the Halloween season, but for those who are easily spooked, the holiday can still be enjoyed without giving into frightening films. Here are classic Halloween movies that are appropriate to watch with your teens.
10 Rockland Students Win Scholarship for Artistic Curiosity
The Edward Hopper House Art Center in Nyack, NY awarded 10 Rockland County juniors with a scholarship honoring their artistic curiosity.
Queens Professor Brings Music 'Bach' to Schools
A professor at Queens College created a program called Bach to School that brings free classical musical concerts to elementary and middle schools in Queens.
Rockland County, NY Special Needs Resource Guide
Are you looking for the most comprehensive guide to special needs resources in the Rockland County, NY area? Our guide has listings for therapists, camps, medical experts, advocates and support groups focusing on special needs in New City, Orangeburg, Suffern, and all of Rockland County, NY.
Local Student-Athletes Awarded with Scholarships
Four high school student-athletes in the New York City area won scholarships in recognition of their leadership and ability to make the game better.
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Love That Max, Terrible Teachers, and Bully Action
From our October "Special Parent" issue: check out our latest roundup of thought-provoking, observant, and sometimes laugh-out-loud quotes from a selection of our favorite parent (and kids!) writers and bloggers.
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Bullies, Being a Savvy Auntie, and Troublesome Trips to the Beach
From our August print issues: check out our latest roundup of thoughtful, observant, and laugh-out-loud quotes from a selection of our favorite mom (and dad!) bloggers and writers.