Monthly Archives: January 2023

So, you’re visiting Los Angeles with kids, and you’ve only got three days. No problem—I have the perfect itinerary for you! Now, most would say that’s not enough time to explore this bustling, bursting metropolis. But I’ve been all over this city, and tried pretty much single thing to do in LA with kids, and

Looking for some rainbow party ideas for kids? We have so many great ideas for a rainbow party theme. All of these ideas are so much fun and yes, filled with rainbow colors. From the dessert table with a rainbow cake, to a party table full of crafts, all the party guests are sure to…

Few places offer as many things to do as Long Island. In what other region of the country, for example, can you treat your kids to a morning museum visit in Nassau County, then whisk them off later to one of the most talked-about beaches in the Hamptons? For the record, yours truly is a

Bryant Park’s popular ice rink bumper cars are returning to Midtown on Friday, January 13. The bumper cars are smashing, crashing, and spinning through Sunday, February 26, 2023. Can’t wait to take one for a spin? Read on for all the details, plus how to reserve your spot. Read more. Read More

January is free month here at Mommy Poppins, which means we are all thinking about how to get free stuff and save money. But a new year also means new resolutions, and one of them is to be good to the planet. Luckily, saving money and being Earth-friendly go hand-in-hand. Sure, we may have to

Caught cabin fever when it’s too cold to play outside? We’ve compiled all the best spots for kids to have fun inside, including all the best indoor play spaces and indoor playgrounds near Philly. Cozy up and channel creativity, get tuckered out at a trampoline park, meander through a museum, and so much more. Need more ideas for great times indoors? Be sure and check

After the holiday spending sprees and New Years Resolutions of saving money, finding free events in January 2023 will help get that budgeting back in check. Thankfully, Houston has plenty of free, kid-friendly fun activities, and we have curated a list of the top free things to do with kids in January in Houston so

Baby stores in Los Angeles are full of anything you need or want for an infant, from hip to adorable and practical to eye-popping. If you’re expecting a baby or on the hunt for that unique LA item for a gift, shopping for the arrival of a new cherub is overwhelming and exciting. There’s an

Looking for the best things to do in Philly this MLK Jr. weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule. There are a lot of exciting activities for families to enjoy during this long weekend and many ways to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. The African American Museum in Philadelphia partners with

In this post, learn how to make a simple and fun Paper Plate Spider-Man Mask for your child’s imaginative play. It’s perfect for young web slingers…especially preschool-aged web slingers! This Spider-Man mask is budget-friendly and great whether you’re making it at home or in the classroom. Paper Plate Spider-Man Mask Are you ready for the…

Fun, free indoor places to play in NYC are always a welcome diversion in our book, particularly when we’re staring down another long Northeast winter, and entertaining the kids during this extended, chilly season isn’t easy or cheap. We went hunting for free indoor places to play fueled by our desire to escape our cramped

Kids love making handprint art. What is more fun than dipping your hands in paint? It’s incredible just how many ways you can turn a simple handprint into a work of art. All you need is a little creativity and a few fun ideas. Hand Art for Kids of All Ages Today we have much…

Kids Activities Blog is super excited to roll out our letter coloring pages as the first in a series of free printable alphabet coloring pages and today it is all about letter a coloring pages! Alphabet Letter A Coloring Page Our letters of the alphabet coloring page series is a great way for younger children…

Looking for kid-friendly hikes in Chicago? Here are our favorite winter hikes near Chicago to do with kids. Chicago’s 2023 winter season has been mild enough to get kids outside to burn off energy. Our favorite winter hikes in Chicago are fun even in freezing temperatures, plus they’re free entertainment. And the great thing about

Visiting Mystic Aquarium with kids is fun and entertaining for the whole family. New England is home to world-class aquariums, but Connecticut families don’t have to look further than Mystic Aquarium for an engaging and educational activity that’s perfect for kids. From the tiniest snails to the beluga whales (and everything in between), the aquarium has something for