PARENTGUIDENEWS

MLK Day of Service
2026-01-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NY
(school age children and parents)
On this important day of service, families are invited to stop by the Stackhouse Education Center to create Valentine cards that will be delivered to clients of SAGE Eldercare to brighten their day. This in-person drop-in event allows us to gather as a community in service of others.
We’ll provide all the supplies—paper, ribbon, yarn, and other recycled and repurposed materials—for you to create thoughtful, upcycled Valentine cards. You are welcome to stay and make your cards onsite, or take supplies home and return your finished cards to the Arboretum anytime before February 3 by placing them in the container outside the Stackhouse Education Center.
Reeves-Reed Arboretum honors and remembers the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by coming together to reach out and warm the hearts of our neighbors.
This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.

The schedule of all MLK activities in Summit and link. TBD.
Member Price | Non-Member Price: Free
Notice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.

Martin Luther King Jr. Volunteer Day of Service, FREE Volunteer Event, 12+
2026-01-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Environmental Education and Resiliency Center, 880 Lake Dr, West Hempstead, NY, 11552, United States
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service. Join us for a volunteer event!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service. In honor of the day, join us for a litter cleanup along the lakeshore and possible maple sap collection dependent on the weather. This program is designed for ages 12 and up.
Please dress accordingly for the weather. Bring a jacket, closed toe hiking shoes, and a water bottle. Litter picking materials (pick sticks, gloves, trash bags, etc.) will be provided.
We will meet at the Environmental Education and Resiliency Center in Field 1 of Hempstead Lake State Park.
No admission fees for this program. Each person in your party needs a ticket.Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive at least 15 minutes early.
For more details about Hempstead Lake State Park, click here!
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Story Time/ Music and Movement
2026-01-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 10:00 - 17:00 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Story time- Spark children’s imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm
Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
-Every day at 11am and 3 pm

Music & Movement
2026-01-19 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-01-20 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-01-21 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-01-22 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-01-23 11:00 - 11:15 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Postural Therapy: Living Comfortably
2026-01-20 09:00 - 10:00 | NY
Experience postural therapy in this virtual class with Joey Zimet.

Start your day with movement!
Get energized in this virtual session with postural therapist, Joey Zimet, and learn exercises to improve posture and function.
The class will incorporate unique standing, sitting, and floor exercises that are gentle and easily adapted to fit your needs.
These methods are well-studied and based upon neuroscience, biomechanics, the myofascial system, and other variables.
Treat yourself to some maintenance and self-care!
Cost: FREE. Registration required.Registered participants will receive a link to join.

Storytime at Barnes & Noble
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Barnes & Noble, 112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ, 07039, United States
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

Kids Art Classes at the Museum
2026-01-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway!
Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some art with you!

Soil Stories
2026-01-20 10:00 - 13:00 | The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, 10031, United States
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

Tasty Tuesday: Books for Foodies! (Ages 2-6) @ Library Meeting Room
2026-01-20 11:00 - 11:30 | Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States
Ms. Megan will share food-themed books, dancing, and a craft!

Tasty Tuesday: Books for Foodies! (Ages 2-6) 🍕🥦🥨🧁🍌🥩🧀

Each week, Ms. Megan will share different books about food for a mixed-age preschool audience
Listen to stories perfect for foodies, sing songs, engage in skills-building activities, and — of course! — dance
Each storytime will end with a food-themed craft to take home as well!
Siblings are always welcome
Please sign up for one “ticket” as a family and list kids’ names on the order form

Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 | The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, 10031, United States
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Museum Minis
2026-01-20 11:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 11:30 - 17:00 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Yoga in the Gallery
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Rockefeller State Park Preserve, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, 10570, United States

Storytime and Craft for Ages 3+ @ Library Meeting Room
2026-01-21 09:45 - 10:15 | Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States
This is a sit-down storytime and craft with Ms. Ashley for our older preschoolers as well as kids who can sit and listen to longer stories.

Storytime and Craft for Kids Ages 3+! 📚

This is a sit-down storytime with Ms. Ashley for our older preschoolers as well as kids who can sit and listen to at least two longer stories
This session will always feature music, dancing, and a craft!
Siblings are always welcome
Please sign up for one “ticket” as a family and list kids’ names on the order form

Museum Minis
2026-01-21 11:35 - 12:05 | Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York, 10580
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach.
Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months – 30 months
Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

Winter Baby Group (Ages 6-18 Months) @ Library Meeting Room
2026-01-22 09:30 - 10:00 | Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States
Baby Group is a traditional lapsit during which we share stories and songs with our littlest patrons and their caregivers.

Winter Baby Group! 📚

Baby Group is a traditional lapsit during which Ms. Chris will share stories and songs with our littlest patrons and their caregivers
Designed for our friends ages 6 months and up
Introduce your little one to a library class!
Siblings are always welcome
Please sign up for one “ticket” as a family and list kids’ names on the order form

Winter Painting Party! (All Preschool Ages) @ Library Meeting Room
2026-01-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States
Join Ms. Chris and Ms. Ashley for a painting-filled morning full of artistic winter magic!

Winter Painting Party! 🎨🖌️❄️
We’ll be unleashing our inner preschool Picassos!

This event will be held in the library meeting room
Please join Ms. Chris and Ms. Ashley for a winter painting party!
We are planning to do stamp painting with washable paint, mural painting / coloring, and watercolor painting! Be sure to wear clothes that can get messy!
For all preschool aged kids
Sign up for one “ticket” as a family and list kids’ names on the order form

Weekly Ground Force Session
2026-01-22 13:30 - 15:30 | NY
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult)
Join Our Horticulture Team!
Help maintain and enhance the beauty of our gardens and grounds all year long—spring, summer, fall, and even winter! Volunteer indoors or outdoors alongside our horticulturists to support the care and upkeep of our landscape. Tasks vary by session and may include weeding, mulching, watering, and more.
Ground Force Sessions:
Thursdays & Saturdays, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
What to Bring & Wear:

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes

Insect repellent, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle

Rain gear if light rain is expected—we work in drizzle!

Registration is required to receive updates in case of cancellations or schedule changes. Please register at least 24 hours before each session.
We will supply gloves as well as all other tools and materials. For your safety, all tools and gloves are washed and sanitized. Please meet at the barn in our parking lot. If the session is cancelled due to inclement weather or any other reason, we will contact you. First-time volunteers must bring a completed Volunteer Waiver form to their first volunteer session.

Register here.

Friday Storytime at the Museum
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated.
Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Due to weather or staffing shortages, the program may be canceled without advance notice. To confirm on the day of the event, please call 201/656-2240, or contact us at info@hobokenmuseum.org.
Tips and Guidelines for making Storytime successful:

If your child is crying or having a difficult time, please take him or her outside so as not to disturb the others and try to come back another time.
If your child is not being gentle with another child, please separate the children and make sure it doesn’t happen again.
Cell phones are fine for taking pictures of your child, but not for talking on or texting.
All the adults are role models for the children. If they see you sitting and listening to the story, they will too. If they see you talking or texting, they won’t.
Please enjoy your food AFTER Storytime, not during, and take any cups or wrappers with you.

Thank you for your cooperation!

TEEN NIGHT: Capture the Flag! (Gr. 6+) @ Library After Closing
2026-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States
Team Blue vs Team Green! Join us for Capture the Flag (glow in the dark edition!) and a pizza dinner! Grades 6+ only.

Teen Night: Capture the Flag! 🚩
This event is for our friends in grades 6-10
Held in the library AFTER closing, so we have the whole building to ourselves!

Join us for a fun night with a competitive game of glow-in-the-dark Capture the Flag after a pizza party!
We will have plenty of pizza, soft drinks, and maybe even dessert!
All the food, games, and glow-in-the-dark fun will be provided!
Allergy-friendly options will be available for our friends who may need it.
Please note that this is a drop-off event.
