8 Holiday Shows That Suit Every Taste: The Nutcracker, Frosty, Sound of Music...
So you’re already sick of crowded stores and shopping-resistant children? Forget the mall! Bring your kids to a wonderful performance this holiday season. There really is something to satisfy every...
View ArticleCut Your Own Christmas Tree Farms on Long Island
Grab your gloves, your ropes, your coat and go find the perfect Christmas Tree! An expedition to a Christmas Tree Farm is fun for the whole family. Never done it before? Don't worry, most of the farms...
View ArticleThe Nutcracker on Long Island
One of the most beloved stories ever told would have to be The Nutcracker, which is typically your child's first introduction to classical ballet. It is a fairy-tale about the beauty and magic of...
View ArticleThe Best Indoor Ice Skating Rinks on Long Island for Families
Winter has definitely arrived! Long Islanders don't let the snow and cold temperatures stop them from having their winter fun. That's why we love indoor ice-skating. There are lots of rinks that allow...
View ArticleThe Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks on Long Island
Button up your overcoat--or just wear a furry animal hat--because it’s time for outdoor ice skating! Enjoy the crisp winter air and a delicious cup of hot chocolate when you're done.We've compiled a...
View ArticleLong Island Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve & Day
Hosting a holiday takes much preparation and energy. From shopping to cooking to staging, being a hostess is a daunting task. If you're looking for a break from slaving over the stove and cleaning...
View ArticleChristmas Lights Around Mommy Poppins Cities: Holiday Eye Candy!
One of my favorite holiday activities when I was a kid was going for an evening ride to look at the Christmas lights - and it remains one of my Christmastime pleasures to this day. If a drive in search...
View ArticleBest Bowling Alleys for Kids in Suffolk County
Sometimes even 100 things to do aren't enough to keep kids happy. If you're looking for a family friendly activity, but keep striking out, why not try your hand at bowling? Plenty of alleys across...
View ArticleWinter Walks with Kids on Long Island
With the cold weather upon us, any outdoor activities might seem like an impossible feat. But when the mercury hasn't dipped too low, you and the kids can work off some stir-craziness and winter blues...
View ArticleAnnouncing WeeWork Kids Crafts Series: Free Daily At-Home Projects
Last week marked the beginning of Mommy Poppins' eighth year, which is hard for me to believe. We have worked hard over the years to try to provide the best activity and event ideas for local families...
View ArticleBest Places to Go Sledding on Long Island
Snow is in the forecast for Long Island this winter. And while you're first instinct might be to hibernate indoors, instead bundle up the kids and take a ride down one of the many hills around the...
View ArticleWeeWork Kids Craft: Make Ice Lanterns
Today's project is a perfect way to make something fun out of the freezing temperatures. Kids find freezing things fun and mysterious. This project is an especially cool way to turn ordinary ice into...
View ArticleHow to Throw a Kids' Winter Olympics Party Worthy of a Gold Medal
In addition to being incredibly cool and thrilling (I’m not the only one sitting on the edge of her seat through most of the events, am I?), the Winter Olympics are a time to come together with family...
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