Playing on the Upper West Side
Visit the DiMenna Children's Museum, located within the New-York Historical Society.
34 Best Things To Do on the Upper West Side with Kids
The UWS is home to some of the city's best museums, culture, and playgrounds for kids.
Indoor Play Spaces on the Upper West Side: 23 Fun Inside Spots for NYC Kids
So far this month as part of our focus on the Upper West Side, we've rounded up cool things to do...
Apple Seeds Upper West Side: The Downtown Indoor Play Space Opens Its Second NYC Location
The Upper West Side is already jam-packed with wonderful indoor play spots, and now there's...
Chocolate Works: Where the Fun Is as Sweet as the Chocolate
There is no shortage of sweet shops in NYC like retro spot Economy Candy, Midtown megastore Dylan's...
Spread a picnic, throw a party, and just enjoy the view from Sheep Meadow during a visit to Central Park with kids. Photo via Flickr by ep jhu
Central Park with Kids: 33 Fun Things To Do and Secrets to Uncover in Manhattan's Backyard
Discover something new in Central Park, NYC's sprawling backyard.
Destination Playground: Hippo Playground in Riverside Park
Playgrounds don't need to be newfangled to be special. As any in-the-know Upper West Side parent...
Two Great Upper West Side Classes for Toddlers: Elliott's Gymnastics and Creative Play for Kids
[UPDATED: July 18, 2012] As September approaches, New York City families are signing up...
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