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Are you a new mom or dad? Or new to the area? Here are some additional resources you may find helpful.

 

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Baristakids
The place to go for event info, news, resources and parenting discussion in Essex County– what we call “Baristaville.”
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Kids Guide NJ
Comprehensive online guide and free print guidebook to activities, events and services for kids, teens and families in and around NJ

NJ Kids Online

Another publication and online directory with events, products and services for families in Northern NJ (Bergen, Essex, Union and Morris Counties)
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MiraBest
Whether it’s the best weekend family events, the best preschools, or the best indoor playspaces, MiraBest has an opinion and it’ll hopefully save you time and/or money.

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New Jersey Family
Your go-to resource for family-friendly events happening in NJ (north central region)

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NJ Moms Guide
Official go to guide for moms and moms to be living in New Jersey. – variety of monthly workshops, events, giveaways, tips, discounts and information on local area businesses

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ParenthoodNJ
A resource put together by a mom for all things NJ. Good agreggator in a simple format

The Bergen Buzz
Local events and reviews for Bergen County, formerly Paramus Buzz

Mommy Poppins- NJ Edition
A friendly NYC Site that has a NJ events section, shows weekend events every week..

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Your Guide to Family-Friendly Day Trips in New Jersey, New York…and Beyond.

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Macaroni Kid- Marlboro/Manalapan-
if you live in the Marlboro/Manalapan area sign up for this weekly e-letter to get the scoop on activities near you!

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Macaroni Kid- Hunterdon

If you live in the Hunterdon area sign up for this weekly e-letter to get the scoop on activities near you!

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Macaroni Kid- West Morris
If you live in the western part of Morris County sign up for this weekly e-letter to get the scoop on activities near you

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Macaroni Kid-Northern/Pascack Valley
For parents in the Northeast Bergen County region

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Calendar for events around Tenafly area

Causes we are Passionate about:
Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) affects 600,000 Americans and 12.5 million children and adults, worldwide. There is no treatment or cure, but there is hope.
TeamTeddyBear Blog- Read PKD Story for a personal journey through PKD

Great Businesses that we use:
My Mommy Made It, Wyckoff, NJ- Personalized Party Favors, Call Susan, she’ll guide you (very honest) and does personalized favors that I’ve been using for my son’s past birthday party, she doesn’t skimp on the ribbon, cute store, in business since 1990.
Essentially Chocolate- Chef Dina has already done a party for me, very high-end. She has the finest taste, and selects the best stuff in her store and is focusing her efforts on making the best chocolates.
Initially Yours, Livingston, NJ – Invitations- Steve and Alison Barbag will not steer you wrong, they have patience, great deals, and are extremely reliable.

Playground Information:

benshaffer Ben Shaffer & Associates is a family run business in Lake Hopatcong. Since 1921, they offer commercial park and playground equipment for schools, day care centers, and all commercial applications. They can help with building a playground, safety surfacing, site amenties, bleachers, sports, goals & nets and shelters & shade. Contact them at 973-663-2021 or sales@benshaffer.com. Check out their report “The Dirty Dozen” that talks about some of the most common playground hazards.

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