Stories – New York Family

elf on the shelf ideas

49 Easy and Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas

By New York Family

Ladurée’s Beautiful New Rockefeller Center Location Opens Just in Time for the Festive Season

Manhattan

Ladurée’s Beautiful New Rockefeller Center Location Opens Just in Time for the Holiday Season

By Jana Beauchamp

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Things to Do with Kids

Winter Classes and Activities

By Stacey Ebert

Brooklyn

Save the Date for the Brooklyn Charter School Fair at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center

By New York Family

Mom and me sitting on her front porch with my son on my lap

Parenting Through the Holidays After Losing Your Mom

By Danielle Ramos

a woman during teh holiday feeling stressed

The Secret to a Less Stressful Holiday: Dr. Claudia Fernandes on Mental Health and Connection

By Danielle Ramos

A happy teen with a gift from a tween and teen gift guide

New York Family Holiday Gift Guide for Tweens and Teens 2025

By Shara Levine

santa with cutlery for a holiday meal

Food

18 Awesome Spots for Dining with Santa in New York City 2025

By Shara Levine

Struggling to Sleep? 10 Sneaky Habits That Could Be Holding You Back

Health & Wellness

Struggling to Sleep? 10 Sneaky Habits That Could Be Holding You Back

By Danielle Ramos

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Where to Visit Santa in Westchester, Rockland County, and Bergen County 2025

By Shara Levine

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8 Hanukkah-Themed Gift Ideas 2025

By Shara Levine

Stranger Things

4 Ways to Celebrate the New Season of Stranger Things

By Jeannine Cintron

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Where to Take Fun Photos with Santa on Long Island 2025

By Shara Levine

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High-Demand Jobs for Parents in NYC

By Donna Duarte-Ladd

Family-Friendly Holiday Train Shows in and Around Westchester

Family-Friendly Holiday Train Shows in and Around Westchester

By Danielle Ramos

Lace Up! Where to Go Ice Skating in Westchester

Lace Up! Where to Go Ice Skating in Westchester

By Danielle Ramos

Santaland Returns to Macy's in NYC

Manhattan

Santaland Returns to Macy’s in NYC

By Náosha Gregg

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Culture & Attractions

Magical Winter Pop-Ups to Visit in NYC This Season

By Náosha Gregg

Christmas Carousel

Visit the NYC (First-Ever) Christmas Carousel at Herald Square

By Danielle Ramos

holidays on a budget

Free & Cheap Activities

How to Enjoy the Holidays on a Budget

By Jeannine Cintron