How NYC Families Can Compost Together

The 14th Street Y’s new composting program has diverted 1 ton of food from landfills!

A guest post by Camille Diamond “New York is the greenest community in the United States. The most devastating damage that humans have done to the environment has arisen from the burning of fossil fuels, a category in which New Yorkers are practically prehistoric by comparison with other Americans.” –David Owen, Green Metropolis: Why Living Smaller, Living Closer, and Driving Less… [more]

April 16, 2013

7 Safe & Organic Products For Families

By Pearl Shin

With Earth Day on the horizon, here’s a look at some organic products we love for spring.

A healthy family is a happy family, so why not invest in some organic products that will keep your clan free from toxins and chemicals? Check out our quick list of some great organic clothing, snacks, and toiletries for little ones--plus some products for parents too! Sweet Peanut Elephant Onesie This organic onesie is not only adorable but also more breathable than… [more]

April 1, 2013

Five Great Green Adventures For Kids In NYC

By Tiffany Casanova

Children can learn how to take care of the planet and its creatures with these ideas from Tristin & Tyler!

Earth Day only comes along once a year, but 9-year-old twin reporters Tristin and Tyler are always on the lookout for kid-friendly ways to help the planet which they then share on their webseries “Tristin and Tyler's Tales from the City.” As the producer of the series, and Tristin and Tyler’s mom, I’ve learned that going green is not just about… [more]

April 1, 2013

Families Can Learn About The Environmentally Friendly Side Of NYC From Twin Brothers Eager To Explore Our City

By New York Family

“Tristin & Tyler’s Tales from the City” is an eco-friendly web series that teaches kids about green living, crafting, and more.

Meet Tristin and Tyler, two ordinary kids with an extraordinary mission: saving the earth! The 9-year-old twins from Riverdale have gotten a jumpstart on living green with their eco-friendly web series, “Tristin & Tyler’s Tales from the City.” These pint-sized brothers may be small in stature, but they’re using their screen time to do good in a big way. Each… [more]

April 1, 2013

Spring Greening: 5 Manageable Ways To Help The Environment As A Family

By Chrissy Makris

Some fun, educational, and family-friendly ways you can take your greenness to the next level—while saving money to boot!

Union Square market, photo by Brandon King

Raising a healthy, happy family in New York City can be a daunting task on its own without even attempting to worry about your carbon footprint. But if you’re like most of us, you’ve probably felt compelled to go green in at least one area of your life. Maybe you… [more]

February 11, 2013

Handmade Valentine’s For Kids

By Chrissy Makris

Go beyond store-bought Valentine’s Day stuff and give your kids the gift of handmade goodness from Etsy.

Yup, it's that time of year again. Valentine's Day is almost here, and for many, that means the same old routine of boring store-bought gifts and candy for the kids. This year, why not think outside the chocolate box? We've selected five adorable handmade children's gifts from Etsy to make your February 14 a little sweeter. For Girls: Talk about bling! This… [more]