New Jersey Family News (United States)

It is critical in the training and retention of foster families to have resources that empower and educate them to be successful with the children who are placed into their care.

Mybergen.com is the place to go to find information on northern New Jersey area kids' events.

Balance Bikes are a fun and effective way for kids to learn how to ride a bicycle. A Kid Place is now offering eco-friendly Smart Gear Balance Bikes for children in time for summer.

Online kids’ merchant unveils fine collection of American-made wagons. These safe, durable wagons which are made by the Amish are sure to please children, parents and anyone in need of a strong, heavy-duty wagon for play, work, or both.

There will be parades, Memorial Day ceremonies, road races, town fairs and other events happening throughout northern New Jersey on Memorial Day. Where is the best place to go for information on Memorial events in our area?

Mother's Day is almost here! If you or your Mom live in the Somerset County, Central New Jersey area, you may want to check out yoursomerset.com for great ideas to help make this Mother's Day a special event! Here area a few examples:

Bidding For A 3 Day/2 Night Stay In The Florida Keys Starts At $60

Don't let Mother's Day pass by without planning something special for Mom. Point Media's NJ websites are currently featuring many of the most unique and memorable Mother's Day ideas for 2012. Here are 10 of those ideas...

2012 Mother’s Day Music Festival Headline Performances by Patti Labelle, Charlie Wilson, Johnnie Gill, Keith Sweat and Guest Appearance with The Real Housewives of Atlanta Star, Nene Leakes

Mother's Day 2012 is nearly here! If you live in northern or central New Jersey, and you're looking for something really special for Mom this year, then read on...

Is there life after divorce? How can we maximize our future and that of our loved ones after a divorce? These issues and more will be covered in a lunch seminar sponsored by Sarah Beane Ricca at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Paramus on April 27.

May 19 & 20 is set as the official welcoming of summer 2012 for Long Beach Island with the Soar into Summer Beach Opening and the Pour into Summer Wine Festival providing something for everyone to soak it all in.

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey to host 2nd Annual 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk Sunday, June 10, 2012, Colonial Park, Somerset, NJ Activities include live entertainment, pony corral provided by Rocking Horse Ranch, exhibitor fair, DJ and much more!

On Thursday, April 19th 2012, Woodrow Wilson Middle School, 50 Woodrow Wilson Drive, Edison, NJ will host the 9th Annual Lainie’s Angels Student-Teacher Basketball Game. The game will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

The older brother of a boy with autism has released AutisMate, a revolutionary new iPad app that promotes communications, functional skill, and social skills in individuals with autism.

From 930am until 4 on Sunday April 22, brides to be from near and far will take part in the Jersey Shore’s largest wedding planning event;; this complimentary day features showcases, samples and prizes; who says the best things in life arent free?

Macaroni Kid is excited to announce that it has come to Parsippany! Macaroni Kid is a free weekly e-newsletter and website that highlights all of the great things for kids and their families to do in our community.

As Easter approaches, families living in northern and central New Jersey can count on the Point Media County Connection network of family websites to find the best Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny and other NJ Easter events for kids!

Bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline discusses and signs her newest novel, Come Home, a riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past, on Thursday, April 12 at 1pm at Princeton Barnes & Noble

Bestselling and beloved adult and children's author Carl Hiaasen discusses and signs his latest middle grade novel at Princeton Barnes & Noble March 31 at 6pm. Line pass distribution begins 4pm and purchase of CHOMP required for line.

It’s not always feasible to keep your baby out of the sun, so knowing how to keep your baby safe when he/she is outdoors is critical.

Parents of children with Autism are invited to attend the free seminar “Will Your Child Soon be Declassified?” to be held Wednesday, June 6 7:00 PM at the Bridgewater Marriott in Bridgewater, NJ.

Memorial Day Weekend is a fun time for families in northern New Jersey. But pool safety is something that must be at top of mind always for parents and pool owners.

It is critical in the training and retention of foster families to have resources that empower and educate them to be successful with the children who are placed into their care.

To kick-off Wagner Farm Arboretum's Greenhouse fundraising campaign, the community is invited to the Arboretum for a fun day of two butterfly releases, entertainment, arts & crafts, etc.

Mybergen.com is the place to go to find information on northern New Jersey area kids' events.

Protect your children from the dangers of carbon monoxide exposure in the home.

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey – Space still available at Girl Scout Summer Camp for all girls entering grades 1 – 12. A variety of programs are available for Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts.

Brandywine Senior Living at Middlebrook Crossing, a premier assisted living residence in Bridgewater, NJ, recognizes twenty team members who successfully completed a new memory care training program exclusive to Brandywine.

The Silly on Sixth Series musical adaptation of Rumpelstiltskin and its all-adult cast will delight children ages 3 to 10 while entertaining their families in the 12th season of the Hudson Theatre Ensemble Children’s Series Silly on Sixth!

Solo show of work by Jersey City based artist working in glass, resin and found objects

Balance Bikes are a fun and effective way for kids to learn how to ride a bicycle. A Kid Place is now offering eco-friendly Smart Gear Balance Bikes for children in time for summer.

If you live in the Somerset County and Central Jersey area, you can find "something to do with the kids on a rainy day", or on nearly every day of the week, on yoursomerset.com.

Here are several baby-proofing and toddler-proofing tips to help parents avoid possible in-home dangers.

A site listing of railroad museums offering Easter Bunny train rides in the Northeast USA.

Sussan & Greenwald will present a free seminar, “The Right to a Free & Appropriate Public Education: Ensuring Accurate Assessments for the Child with Special Needs,” on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 7:00 PM at the Courtyard Marriott in Cranbury, NJ.

PEI Kids recently raised more than $55,000, honored The College of New Jersey's Bonner Center, and recognized four outstanding community leaders as PEI Kids’ PALS (People Appreciated for Long Service) at its 21st Annual Dinner and Auction.

SAVEYOURTEENDRIVER.COM was just launched by Certified Defensive Driving Instructor Bob Ragazzo of N.J. to help fight the #1 killer of teenagers in the U.S., car crashes. It's the world’s first online program to score skills & eliminate bad habits.

Online kids’ merchant unveils fine collection of American-made wagons. These safe, durable wagons which are made by the Amish are sure to please children, parents and anyone in need of a strong, heavy-duty wagon for play, work, or both.

There will be parades, Memorial Day ceremonies, road races, town fairs and other events happening throughout northern New Jersey on Memorial Day. Where is the best place to go for information on Memorial events in our area?

If you live in the Bergen County and North Jersey area, you can find "something to do with the kids on a rainy day", or on nearly every day of the week, on mybergen.com.

Mother's Day is almost here! If you or your Mom live in the Somerset County, Central New Jersey area, you may want to check out yoursomerset.com for great ideas to help make this Mother's Day a special event! Here area a few examples:

Different Power Wheels vehicles require different tires. It is important to get the right size for your vehicle.

Bidding For A 3 Day/2 Night Stay In The Florida Keys Starts At $60

With Mother's Day 2012 right around the corner, many North Jersey residents are trying to come up with the perfect gift idea for Mom. Here's a great idea from mybergen.com:

The Morris County Art Workshop (MCAW), the non-profit organization in northwestern Morris County, is proud to announce its Summer Camp is back with five fun filled weeks of half and full day fun running June 25 through July 27, 2012.

There are a lot of great Mother's Day events happening in the North Jersey area in 2012! Mybergen.com is the website that provides details on all sorts of great ways to recognize Mom on her special day!

With warm weather here, more people will be using outdoor barbecues to cook their meals. Flanders firefighters remind grillers that they're playing with fire -- literally.

Connor, my oldest son, asks me to take him to work with him for “Take Your Child to Work Day”. ”Sure”, I tell him, “What day is it?” ”Thursday”, is his reply. THURSDAY? How am I going to possibly make Thursday work?

Mother's Day is the busiest day of the year for Hudson County, NJ area restaurants. If you hope to take mom someplace special for a memorable Mother's Day brunch or dinner, then you should plan early and make reservations soon!

Don't let Mother's Day pass by without planning something special for Mom. Point Media's NJ websites are currently featuring many of the most unique and memorable Mother's Day ideas for 2012. Here are 10 of those ideas...

Join us this summer for one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history - repeatedly praised by critics and consistently winning the hearts of people all around the world.

Following just a few helpful rules and guidelines will enable your child to use his/her cell phone in a safe, age-appropriate, and prudent manner.

2012 Mother’s Day Music Festival Headline Performances by Patti Labelle, Charlie Wilson, Johnnie Gill, Keith Sweat and Guest Appearance with The Real Housewives of Atlanta Star, Nene Leakes

Mother's Day is the single busiest day of the year for Somerset County, NJ area restaurants. If you hope to take mom someplace special for a memorable Mother's Day brunch or dining experience, then you should plan early and make reservations soon!

Who's going to the 33rd Annual Sports Emmys Awards show? Fatboy's Cookie Dough, that's who!

Mother's Day 2012 is nearly here! If you live in northern or central New Jersey, and you're looking for something really special for Mom this year, then read on...

Is there life after divorce? How can we maximize our future and that of our loved ones after a divorce? These issues and more will be covered in a lunch seminar sponsored by Sarah Beane Ricca at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Paramus on April 27.

With another home just sold, Cherryville Manor, a collection of finely crafted estate-style homes in the rolling countryside of Hunterdon County, NJ, is approaching a sell out with only three home sites remaining.

Dr. Arnold Perman of 201 Dental Care uses the latest technology to treat his patients and now interact with them! Continue reading to find out how Bergen County's Premier Dentist has implemented social media to better his practice and the world!

Families can explore Clinton, gather pieces for a project, and then make an Earth Day related art work at the Hunterdon Art Museum

Growing with the Seasons celebrates Earth Day on Sunday, April 22nd, starting at 2:00pm. There will be a "Fire of Commitment", invocation, a nature walk to the Boonton waterfalls and A "Circle of Gratitude" followed by music and dance. Free to all.

May 19 & 20 is set as the official welcoming of summer 2012 for Long Beach Island with the Soar into Summer Beach Opening and the Pour into Summer Wine Festival providing something for everyone to soak it all in.

Spring is upon us, and many parents and caregivers are heading to the playgrounds with their small children. Follow a few safety rules to avoid injuries while on the playground.

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey to host 2nd Annual 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk Sunday, June 10, 2012, Colonial Park, Somerset, NJ Activities include live entertainment, pony corral provided by Rocking Horse Ranch, exhibitor fair, DJ and much more!

Recommended precautions for backyard pools safety include active adult supervision as well as alarms, fences, self-latching gates, and life-saving equipment that is close at hand.

An Irish international turnaround specialist who made it abroad in the height of the recession says Irish people in business are displaying the type of devastating paralysed after effects of stroke victims.

From the 261 plays submitted by young writers throughout the state, a panel of theatre professionals has selected four High School plays, three Junior High School plays and three Elementary Schools plays.

Practically every parent realizes the dangers of their child providing personal information while on the internet. But let’s not forget about similar dangers faced by giving away too much information while on the phone.

On Thursday, April 19th 2012, Woodrow Wilson Middle School, 50 Woodrow Wilson Drive, Edison, NJ will host the 9th Annual Lainie’s Angels Student-Teacher Basketball Game. The game will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.