Parties


Every parent wants their child's next birthday to be something they remember. Find the very latest in Hudson Valley birthday opportunities for your kids...including places to go and fun resources.


Parties
Shop local businesses this holiday season
HV Parent has put together a list of local businesses with their top gift recommendations for kids.
 Backyard fun
Fun for the whole family with camping in the backyard, activities for kids, even how to capture those special moments in pictures
 Conquer Extreme Obstacles at Bounce!
Pent up energy in the kids can have you crawling out of your skin this summer. Rainy days? Need a break from the heat? Take them to Bounce! where kids (big ones too, mom & dad!) can run, jump and play hard.
Family fun Your kids will have a blast on their birthday at the farm and picking apples Family fun
There's no better way to spend a day picking fresh Hudson Valley fruits with your family. It is always fun watching kid's big smile as they taste the new varieties of fruit. Enjoy!There's no better way to spend a day picking fresh Hudson Valley fruits with your family. It is always fun watching kid's big smile as they taste the new varieties of fruit. Enjoy!
fall fun, corn, mazes, family, kids
Education
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum announces new direction and name
The Museum's Board of Trustees, key supporters, Poughkeepsie City School District Superintendent Dr. Eric Rosser and Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison will celebrate the official name change on September 22 during a private event at the Museum.
 U.S. Department of Education releases back-to-school checklist for parents
Department provides resource for parents and families to engage school leaders about how they are supporting students with American Rescue Plan funds
State of Youth Today: Boys & Girls Clubs of America's "Youth Right Now" Survey
"Youth Right Now" shares insights from more than 100,000 kids and teens around how they are feeling today, in key areas like mental health, readiness for life after high school, and safety and success in an increasingly digital world – streamlining guidance on how American families, government, schools and partners can better meet the challenges kids and teens are facing.
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Local Resources
events, fairs, festivals, family fun