Around Town
Meet Leah, The Picnic Lady
What is your favorite thing to do on Long Island? I’m a nature lover at heart, so taking nature walks or nature hikes is something I absolutely love to do. Being around nature, the woods, and beautiful flowers makes me happiest. One of my favorite places to visit is...
2023 Winter Family Fun
If you're looking to get out of the house and head into to some fun with your kids this winter, this is the guide for you! Scroll through below for some options, including free activities! We have provided links to all for convenience.Farmers MarketsFantastic Gardens...
2023 Sleepaway Camp Guide!
Spending part of summer living independently from Mom and Dad is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use our Camp & Program Guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway camp options throughout the United States as well as...
2023 Beauty & Wellness Guide
2023 Beauty & Wellness GuideMake this year about your health, fitness, well-being and happiness. As we like to remember, your happiness and joy will be that much more powerful to those around you if you take time out for yourself."Hair is our passion, and our...
Meet Tashana from Tashana’s Kitchen
How many kids do you have? I have two children. My daughter is 33, she is my unique baby. She suffers from a rare disorder called Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It’s a severe form of epilepsy that can cause mental, emotional, and physical challenges. And then there is my...
Meet Gina of Sayville Bridal
Where is your favorite place on Long Island? My favorite place on Long Island is Montauk. Nothing is better than sitting with a drink on the beach. I love walking around town to shop at all the local boutiques and then going out to dinner. It’s so peaceful and a time...
2022 Spooky Attraction Guide
2022Spooky Attraction GuideLet's get into the Halloween Spirit! Scroll below to see our curated list of the Top Haunted Attractions on Long Island. We included a few details but for additional information including tickets, click the images to be directed to the...
Apple Cider Margarita!
Leigh Hansen & Alston Calabrese of Habitual Hostess It’s almost Fall, y’all! If you’re mourning the end of summer marg season, you’ll love this tasty transitional cocktail from Alston and Leigh, the talented duo behind Habitual Hostess. Start with a high quality...
Meet Thalia of Brugger & Company
How many kids do you have and what are their ages/anything else you would like to share? I have one little boy, KB, who is two going on teen. He is funny, he literally says “I funny,” and makes me laugh constantly. He’s so inquisitive and free spirited. He’s focused...
Top 5 Lunchbox Tips from Weelicious!
It’s a common pain point of the back-to-school routine: packing lunches. Though we might typically dread this step on a busy morning, we’re sharing some mouth-watering inspiration – and easy hacks – to help you reimagine the process. (Think: sous chefs and make-ahead...
Meet Nicole of Honestly Nic
What is your favorite place on Long Island? My favorite place on Long Island is Robert Moses Field 5. I have very special memories there from childhood. Field 5 was also my mom’s favorite place in the world. She’s been gone for six years now and so I feel especially...
Meet Allie from Treats by Allie
How many kids do you have and what are their ages? I have 4 year old twins, Quinn and Cora. Quinn is shy, but so funny, he is a sweet boy, so loving and nurturing. Cora is a true girly girl, she loves to dress up, pick accessories for her hair, and dance! What do you...
2022 Virtual Activities Guide!
When it comes to educational opportunities for our children, flexibility is key! Virtual Learning can be highly adaptable and often a more efficient way to meet students where they are academically, emotionally, and socially. Kids can learn on their own schedule, and...
Meet Ekta Patel, MD of Stony Brook Pediatric of Sayville
What do you love most about living on a long island? Living on Long Island, I enjoy the beautiful scenery in all four seasons. I love the blooming wildflowers of spring, the crashing waves of summer, and fall's vivid colors. No matter the season, living on the island...
Get Outside & Enjoy your Summer – Fun by Mosquito Squad!
Here's a fun idea from our partner Mosquito Squad to get outside and enjoy your backyard this summer! We give you Backyard Bingo! Download their free bingo card, and get 25 ideas for summer activities that the whole family can enjoy. Raise the stakes by giving...
Berry Caprese Salad!
Summer is synonymous with salad, and now salad is synonymous with Kathleen Ashmore, Tik Tok Star and Local Moms Network Food Contributor. Her “Hungry Lady Salad” series is turning even salad skeptics into believers, and this Berry Caprese Salad is her latest...
Festive Popsicles!
What you’ll need: Greek yogurt, divided into thirds Fresh blueberries Fresh strawberries Blue food coloring Red food coloring 3 mixing bowls Popsicle molds *Amounts will vary based on the popsicle molds you use and how many popsicles you want to make How to make your...
Meet Lauren & Jolene of Inspired Child’s Play
What do you love most about living on Long Island? We have a lot of family here on Long Island and love being so close to them. We also love having access to local beaches and being near the water. How many kids do you have and what are their ages/anything else you...
Meet Veronica of Bea + Birdie!
What do you love most about living on Long Island? What I love about Long Island the most is of course the summers, more specifically the sun and the sand. I have been a Long Islander all my life and have shared so many memories on this beautiful island. I feel so...
Air Fried Artichoke Salad with Lemon Parmesan Dressing!
This special salad is perfect for Mother’s Day or any Spring gathering. “It’s a new way to use canned artichokes, a convenient and affordable ingredient, and it’s packed with flavor and fiber to keep you satisfied,” says Kathleen Ashmore, Tik Tok Star and Food...