Shari Simpson

Shari Simpson

Shari Simpson has Anna Fader and Mommy Poppins to thank for learning to appreciate her own state. Before she started editing Mommy Poppins NJ, Shari dragged her spawn into NYC for any type of "culture"; now she knows all the good stuff to be had in New Jersey and is not so fast to hop on that PATH train. In her other life, Shari is a comedic playwright ("Maybe Baby, It's You", Dramatic Publishing, Inc.), a humor blogger ("Earth Mother just means I'm dusty"), and a freelance writer. She is mother to four (two human, two pug) and resides in Hoboken, where she can be found jogging along the waterfront or dragging her Brownie troop of 30 crazy little girls around town.
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“The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi” at Mile Square Theater

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Wed, 03/30/2011 - 9:00am

The first thing you need to know about Mile Square Theater in Hoboken is that it is NOT a community theater. Not that we have anything against community theaters, per se, but when you are a professional Equity house with conservatory-trained actors and beautifully-conceived sets and costumes by Broadway and off-Broadway designers, you’d like your potential public to know that you’re not a church group butchering “Hello Dolly!”

Weekend Events in NJ March 19-20: Storytelling, Springfest, Greenfest, and a whole lotta Frogs

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 12:33pm

Just a few days ‘til Spring officially starts, and there are Springfests, Greenfests and frogs to prove it. Many frogs. All over Jersey. So if your idea of celebrating the end of a long winter is hunting for slimy green animals, this is your weekend to par-tay. If not, you can take in a cool Storytelling festival or watch a defining moment in history with Living Voices theater troupe or a myriad of other non-frog events. Enjoy!

Welcome to New Jersey Mommy Poppins!

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Fri, 03/04/2011 - 8:33am

Look at us! Our own site now, instead of just a page! Fancy, huh? As editor of the “Jersey” version of the popular NYC Mommy P, I wanted to show you around the site a bit. Virtually, of course. Not that I wouldn’t like to come over for cawfee and a donut, but then who would be trying all the activities that the Garden State has to offer and giving you the scoop?

Clothing the Kiddos for under $100

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Wed, 03/02/2011 - 10:00am

I am notoriously cheap, I’m sorry, frugal when it comes to children’s clothing. And why shouldn’t I be? Children are messy, destructive and have growth spurts that rival The Hulk’s. They ball up their shorts and T’s and stick them under the bed and you don’t find them until Christmas. Their favorite foods are chocolate, grape juice, and spaghetti sauce. They even have the audacity to bleed on their garments. Why would I spend my hard-earned money on this sort of behavior?

Weekend Events in New Jersey, February 5-6: Groundhog Day Party, FREE museums, a Winter’s Day on the Farm and more!

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Thu, 02/03/2011 - 10:51am

Let’s face it: no groundhog with a shred of common sense is going to be poking his head out in this weather. But we can dream, can’t we? (and celebrate the no-show). Of course, if you’re still loving the romance of snow and ice, you can spend a winter’s day on the farm at Fosterfield’s, or be like the rest of us winter-weary souls and duck inside to a variety of cool museums with FREE admission this weekend. Have a great weekend and never fear, spring is coming (in about six weeks)!

Giveaway: Enter to win a family four-pack of tickets to SOPAC’s “If You Give a Cat a Cupcake”!

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Fri, 01/28/2011 - 11:20am

Who doesn’t love the Laura Numeroff series of “If You Give…”? Whether it’s mice at movies, pigs ingesting pancakes, or Numeroff’s latest romp with cats snarfing cupcakes and slipping on sprinkles, the books are a favorite of kids and parents alike.

Weekend events in NJ January 22-23: FREE Wassail Party at Terhune Orchards, An Owl Prowl, Balloon Story Theater and More!

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Thu, 01/20/2011 - 10:07am

Feel like burning up some old Christmas trees? Or dancing and howling around some apple trees? There’s a lot of outdoor fun in NJ this weekend, so pull on your long underwear and head out. Of course, if you’d rather not freeze your patootie off, you can go indoors for a fairy princess tea party, some Cabin Fever movie shorts or a balloon animal extravaganza. Have a great time!

Ice Skating Rinks in New Jersey

Submitted by Shari Simpson on Mon, 01/17/2011 - 10:00am

Ever feel like the only exercise your kids get in the winter is lifting the Goldfish to their mouths while watching the tube? Enter the snowy classic: ice skating. Whether indoor, outdoor, or semi-covered, get your Michelle Kwan on and take your pick of New Jersey’s best kid-friendly ice skating rinks!

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