Back to school this month! Where did the summer go? I hope everyone had the most wonderful summer. I cannot believe it’s already Labor Day. We have a few more days left before school starts, and we want to make sure we keep the kids cool. Without further ado, here are some ideas to keep your kids busy before school starts:
The Whitney Museum. This modern art museum, located on the High Line, is absolutely FabuLyss with its beautiful art and beautiful views. It is the perfect spot to take your kids for the day. Not to mention all the great shopping and restaurants in the area. I recommend eating at Bubby’s High Line — it is right down the street from The Whitney, and it is absolutely DeLysscious! And, the best part is, you get to take a stroll on the High Line. Maybe you’ll even catch the sunset and get an Instagram-worthy picture!
New York Aquarium in Coney Island. Fact: kids love animals and amusement parks. So, kill two birds with one stone. The aquarium and Luna Park are right next to each other. First, go see the sea lions and penguins, and then, grab a hot dog and hit the rides! It’s bound to be an incredible day!
Smorgasburg. Food festivals are great because, well, who doesn’t love food? I know that a lot of kids are picky eaters, but there is bound to be something at the FabuLyss festival for even the pickiest of noshers. It takes place in Brooklyn on Saturdays and Sundays. What’s better than a day filled with sun, laughs, and food?
A small trip. We will be taking the boys out East for several days. I want to get them paddle boarding and playing some miniature golf.
The new SeaGlass Carousel (pictured). It just opened in Battery Park. It’s a new, marine-themed merry go round. Rumors have it that there is nothing in the world like this.
Supply shopping. Of course, with a few more days left before school begins, make sure to do your shopping for supplies. We love Target! For clothes, we love Lesters and Bloomingdales.
A new ’do. A back-to-school haircut is a must. We love Cozy Cuts For Kids, Louis Licari Salon (Yes, this beautiful Fifth Avenue salon cuts kids’ hair), and of course, lots of kids love their local barber shop.
Whether it’s a new backpack, pair of sneakers, or haircut, it’s always great to go back to school feeling good and refreshed after an amazing summer.
Lyss Stern is the founder of DivaLysscious Moms (www.divam
