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Picking a Proper Place to Party

My artsy, bookworm, tom-boy, princess, diva (I kid you not, she’s all these things!) turns 9 this Spring and for the first time in years has decided she’d like to venture out with friends for her birthday.

Typically, she opts for a smaller at-home party which I’ve always supported

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Hey NJ Playground Readers,

January is over, here is our February 2014 deals!

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Our closed street is great for tricyclists and bike learners

Editor’s Note: Let me be honest, I have entered a new phase of my life where exploring new playgrounds hasn’t been in the cards lately. Â I miss it, but I’m having lots of fun with the kids in familiar surroundings. As the

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Hey there,

Play Your Way in Riverdale has a donation drop off. We are sure there are many other great play places doing the same, so feel free to add yours in the comments! (Doesn’t have to be a play place either) We will update this list.

1. Message from Play Your Way:

“HURRICANE SANDY

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Me and My Boys

So it’s that time of year again, where the kids surprise you with their creative and aesthetically-challenged but loving gifts. Amy and I were talking the other day about our site and the fact that our own kids are changing, and growing new interests, and they won’t be in

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