Danielle Ramos

6 days ago | newyorkfamily.com | Danielle Ramos |Alexa Lutter

Beat the Heat! How to Stay Cool in and Around NYC During a Summer Heat WaveSummer has officially arrived—and so has the heat. Today begins the first heat wave of summer 2025, with temperatures soaring into the high 90s and expected to reach triple digits this week. The feels-like temperatures will be even more scorching. Close Discover Family FunGet ideas for outings and events delivered to your inbox.

3 weeks ago | newyorkfamily.com | Danielle Ramos

Don’t Forget These Camp Must-Haves: Smart Packing Tips from The Fresh Air Fund’s Lisa GitelsonWhen preparing to send your child off to sleepaway camp, it’s natural to focus on the essentials like bug spray, sneakers, and extra socks. But sometimes, it’s the less obvious, more personal items that can make the biggest difference in a young camper’s experience. Of course, there are also practical items you won’t want to forget.

3 weeks ago | newyorkfamily.com | Danielle Ramos

NYC Public Schools Extend Winter Break: No School Jan. 2Though the current school year is still in session, there is great news for next year’s winter break, especially if you’re already eyeing the school calendar to plan your winter vacation. The New York City Department of Education has announced that Friday, January 2, 2026, is now officially a day off for NYC public school students. Close Discover Family FunGet ideas for outings and events delivered to your inbox.

3 weeks ago | siparent.com | Danielle Ramos

NYC Public Schools Extend Winter Break: No School Jan. 2Though the current school year is still in session, there is great news for next year’s winter break, especially if you’re already eyeing the school calendar to plan your winter vacation. The New York City Department of Education has announced that Friday, January 2, 2026, is now officially a day off for NYC public school students. The draft calendar originally had students returning to school on January 2, right after the New Year.

4 weeks ago | newyorkfamily.com | Danielle Ramos

5G Cell Service Coming to NYC Subways: What Parents Need to Know About G, 4, and 5 Train UpgradesIf you’re a parent in the city, the subway is probably part of your daily routine, including getting kids to school, commuting to work, or letting your teen get around on their own. If your kid’s on the G train, you’ve probably heard complaints about the dreaded underground dead zones where texts freeze, and calls and music vanish.