by Sheila | Aug 14, 2016 | Outdoor Attractions, Seasonal Fun, Summer Fun, Travel Beyond NJ, Uncategorized
We love our water parks, and wanted to share a few of the ones we have highlighted over the years.  Here is just a sampling. Lancaster PA Getaway- Dutch Wonderland/Doubletree Resorts – We went back in 2010 and had a wonderful time in Lancaster County PA. I...
by Sheila | Aug 14, 2016 | Outdoor Attractions, Seasonal Fun, Summer Fun
Tomahawk Lake is located on 155 Tomahawk Trail Sparta, NJ 07871 .  We got the chance to visit last minute last Friday on a hot August summer day, and Lynne from Tomahawk took the time to share with us all the cool highlights.  This place is a low key lake area...
by Sheila | Aug 13, 2016 | Outdoor Attractions, Pennsylvania, Seasonal Fun, Summer Fun
We visited Dutch Springs in Bethlehem PA because my son had such a great time with his camp. Address:Â 4733 Hanoverville Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18020-9479 Phone Number: 16107592270 It is basically a 50ft. quarry, and the water is perfect for a really hot summer day. Â Not...
by Sheila | Jul 18, 2016 | Pokemon Go
Here is why you should sign up for Ingress while you play Pokemon Go. Â The maps are incredible tools for finding Pokestops. Â My husband and I played Ingress last year, and while he was more into it than I was, I never kept up with it. Â The bonus was we had an...
by Sheila | Jul 13, 2016 | Outdoor Playgrounds, Pokemon Go
Are your little ones crazy about the playgrounds, but your older kids are kind of past that stage? Or you just have a kid(s) that is aging out of playgrounds? When Amy and I started visiting playgrounds in NJ we were both at similar stages in our lives, we had 3...
by Sheila | Jul 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
On Thursday July 7, 2016 we have learned there are 2 kid friendly movies playing… Alvin and the Chipmunks and Minions. Minions 5:30-8:30 pm at the Train Station Plaza in Downtown Rahway. Movies begin at Dusk. Alvin and the Chipmunks Movies in Knight Park...
by Sheila | Jul 6, 2016 | Outdoor Attractions, Summer Fun
Watching a movie in the park is a great family outing, and tonight we have the listing for Family friendly movies in NJ parks: StoneHarbor Elementary School at 8PM- Goosebumps will be playing 7/6/2016 Casablanca- Come to Van Vorst Park, 257 Montgomery St, Jersey City...
by Sheila | Jul 2, 2016 | Morris County Playgrounds, Mount Olive, Outdoor Playgrounds
30 Flanders Rd, Budd Lake, NJ 07828 Update: Pirate’s Cove at Mt. Playmore is open! The first Morris County Sprayground is bustling with activity, check out these photos from the Pirate’s Cove FB Page: Mayor of Mount Olive, Mayor Greenbaum shared this...
by Sheila | Jun 27, 2016 | Seasonal Fun, Summer Fun, Uncategorized
Hey NJ Playground Fans and Readers!  It’s that time of year again with tons of fun family events for the 4th of July. If you are looking for a park in NJ to check out the fireworks, here you go! Please check back for updates, we keep adding as we get new...
by Sheila | May 31, 2016 | Essex County Playgrounds, Newark, Outdoor Playgrounds
Taken in 2013, these photos are a bit outdated, but you can see the spray park. We can’t wait to visit to see the newest renovation to Weequahic. Please check out Essex County NJ article on the newest playground that replaces the old one pictured below! From...
by Sheila | May 28, 2016 | Featured Playgrounds, NJ Spraygrounds, Outdoor Attractions, Seasonal Fun, Summer Fun, Uncategorized
Since 2008 we’ve been on the hunt for the greatest places to play that are free in NJ, for this summer 2016, we have our NJ sprayground list for 2016 for Northern NJ. Searching for wading pools, fountains, splash pads, spraygrounds? Check out our latest list. We...
by Sheila | May 15, 2016 | Uncategorized
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by Sheila | May 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Free Comic Book Day is today, May 7, 2016! Nearly 60 comic book shops in New Jersey are participating in Free Comic Day this year. Check out map below
by Sheila | Apr 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
April events are free to post this month! So, here is how you post on our calendar. 1) Go to calendar page 2) Click on the green button (+post your event): 3) Fill out the info. (*Include an image that is under 2mb to show on the calendar.) (**You can also include the...
by Amy | Apr 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
5/7/2016 Update- Toms River and Maple Shade added!! Also we added the start dates for all centers in NJ below! It’s April 2016, and we’re getting geared up for yet another summer of Kids Bowl FREE! 2 games, per kid, every day, all summer long. Bowling in...
by Sheila | Apr 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
We have visited and enjoyed Field Station: Dinosaurs in their former Secaucus location. When Field Station Dinosaurs posted this: It doesn’t look like much right now but this is the future site of Field Station: Dinosaurs. Anyone want to take a guess…...
by Sheila | Mar 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
Attn Playground People! We need your recommendation on South Jersey Parks! Hey South Jersey, we know we haven’t populated many of your parks on our site, so here’s a little incentive! Where’s your favorite playground in South Jersey? We are giving...
by Sheila | Mar 23, 2016 | Hudson County Playgrounds, Kearney, Outdoor Playgrounds
The Donald Scott Memorial Playground located on the corner of Belgrove Drive and Park Ave. It is next door to 445 Belgrove Drive. Completely fenced in, it has tennis courts, and it is also accessible by a gate near the intersection of Park Ave. and William St. The...
by Sheila | Mar 23, 2016 | Central, Indoor Places to Play, North
Editor’s Note: Many thanks to Kim from BSC (Branchburg Sports Complex) for allowing us to visit and explore the BSC Play Maze. We had a great time. Check out all our pictures and video below. This place is a perfect spot to have a playdate, meetup or if...
by Sheila | Mar 16, 2016 | North, Outdoor Attractions
Editor’s Note: Spring has Sprung, and we have started visiting unique places around NJ again, if you have a new place you would like us to cover, comment on our Facebook Page here! Want to get in on our latest newsletter? Click here to subscribe!-Sheila Today we...
by Sheila | Mar 13, 2016 | Bloomfield, Essex County Playgrounds, Montclair, Outdoor Playgrounds
Brookdale Park is located on Watchung Avenue and Circuit Drive, Bloomfield, NJ. What a great renovation! This was a very nice playground and Brookdale Park itself is gorgeous. Thanks to http://www.brookdaleparkconservancy.org/ for their efforts. This park is...
by Sheila | Mar 2, 2016 | Travel Beyond NJ, Uncategorized, Z Blog
Editor’s Note: So we wanted to add a great deal below for The Great Escape at Lake George, we have not gone yet, but plan to, if you have gone, let us know and we’ll share your experience about it! Â We love sharing people’s reviews! Hi there...
by Sheila | Jan 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
Hi Everyone! We reviewed The Little Gym in Roxbury and had a great time. Danielle is a good friend of mine and I was happy to visit her place and make a quick review. Caitlin and her friend, Victoria had a fantastic time, and you can check out our full video review...
by Sheila | Jan 10, 2016 | Uncategorized, Z Blog
I’m a big fan of comedy. Â Love it, and would be a comedy groupie if I didn’t choose the whole parenthood life. Â (No regrets!) So I have seen many episodes of “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee”, one of my guilty pleasures, featuring comedians...
by Sheila | Dec 26, 2015 | Z Blog
Cage Liners for Guinea Pigs- Cage for 2 guinea pigs Cuddle Cup
by Sheila | Nov 24, 2015 | Indoor Places to Play, North
40 Watchung Avenue, Chatham, NJ Hours: Sunday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM –...
by Sheila | Nov 10, 2015 | Bayonne, Hudson County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds
Editor’s Note:  New Special Needs Playground opened on Halloween 2015! Thanks to Elisha D. for covering this awesome playground, and did you know she is the one who initiated this effort?  Amazing!!! Check out the full story here  from Ashley from Hudson...
by Sheila | Nov 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
Update: This place is permanently closed. For historical purposes only: We visited back in November and have our review!!! Editor’s Note: We are woefully late in posting about this indoor amusement park, and thankfully Fran from Funtime America shared some...
by Sheila | Nov 5, 2015 | Essex County Playgrounds, Livingston, Outdoor Playgrounds
Editor’s Note: Little Sports Court Playground was torn up and replaced by this fabulous playground! Thanks to Charlene Wetterstrand for sharing these great photos of this fantastic play area! Wow! Parents will love this park, as it is a completely enclosed...
by Sheila | Oct 31, 2015 | Uncategorized, Z Blog
Hey Guys, It’s Sheila from your friendly NJ Playgrounds website! So here comes another Halloween and I couldn’t resist sharing our latest experience… Making a homemade costume for the very first time ever! In this day and age, with youtube, google...
