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CT’s LEGO KidsFest in Hartford Dec 2-4   Everyone one of the 4 Apple Moms are knee deep in LEGOS and at night may have stepped on one or one hundred.  We do love LEGO, the times they keep the kids attention.  I am willing to spend $90+ on a set that gives me 4-6…

We really want to thank our amazing and incredible sponsors for helping us get all off the ground.  We also have LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Ridge Hill that donated 4 tickets to one lucky reader who attends with the best trunk! SPONSORSHIPS:   Positively Productive provides tips and advice daily on all manner of organizing, productivity, and…

Artie Lange will be performing on Saturday November 5th at 8pm at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater in Peekskill. We are giving one set of lucky parents a chance to have a Parent’s Night Out and see him. We love the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater for its great seating and the step back into time…

Mother’s Connection saved my life.  You might think that sounds ridiculous, or I’m just exaggerating.  It’s just a playgroup for kids after all.  But for me, it became so much more.   I’ve struggled with depression most of my adult life.  Medication helps keep me grounded.  I knew the risks I would be taking when…

Field Station Dinosaurs moved to a new location in New Jersey last year.  Since then they added new activities and events.  The kids and I had a chance to check out, the last time we visited the dinosaurs they were in their last NJ home. We did Dinosaurs After Dark which is open until October 29th…

  Functional toys were always on my radar and lists when I was buying toys for the kids.  As an early intervention and preschool services teacher, I am always looking for the best preschool learning toys to have in my bag. These are ones I have tested and used the past few months with my…

Jacob Burns Film Center Launches New Initiative JBFC Kids The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) announced the launch of JBFC Kids, an exciting new initiative to welcome a new generation of lm lovers into the JBFC community. JBFC Kids is designed to help foster a love for cinema and media-making in children ages three to…

So some people will tell you High school was the best years of their life. For me college was when I came out of my shell and made some of the best friends I have.  There are many nights I will never forget, a few I would like to forget and some I can’t remember……..Luckily…

All girls have dreams of being a mermaid when they are in the water.  Since Charlotte and Chloe were toddlers, I know they were laying in the tub pretending to have a fin. FinFun has many choices for the young girl in your life wanting to become a mermaid and have mermaid tails. With styles…

Did you know 75 years ago the famous monkey Curious George and the Man in the Yellow Hat made their debut. Crazy right?  You can come see the books to come to life at the Liberty Science Center currently through January 8th, 2017. We had the fabulous opportunity to explore Liberty Science Center’s newest exhibit, Curious…

Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival Brings 90 Authors and Illustrators to Westchester County for the 4th Year in a Row  September 24, 2016 from 10am – 4pm “It’s like a big farmers’ market, but instead of vegetables you have books.” – Peter Sís, Author and Illustrator,  as told to the NY Times Authors Covering Multiple Genres…

The Best of Hudson Valley Party is coming! Taking place on October 13th at The Grand Hotel in Poughkeepsie, NY from 5:30-8pm and it features 70+ Best of Hudson Valley winners, TONS of food, beer, dessert, and live music.  A Hudson Valley Party you will not want to miss.   Grab your best friend, spouse or family and…

55th Annual Armonk Outdoor Art Show To benefit the North Castle Public Library Saturday & Sunday, September 24& September 25,2016 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Rain or Shine. Ranked one of “The Top 50” Fine Art and Fine Craft Fairs in the US by Art Fair Sourcebook and named among the top “Fine Art and…

Today, September 2nd, a new kid show is out on Netflix called Kazoops.  This show highlights key ideas from child development experts about the importance of creative play and learning critical thinking skills.  The Australia-based children’s TV producer Cheeky Little Media’s new pre-school TV Program will focus on that. Kazoops features Monty and his best friend…

THE KIDZ BOP KIDS’ “LIFE OF THE PARTY” TOUR HITS ALLENTOWN AUGUST 30 The #1 Kids’ Music Series Celebrates Its 15th Birthday in 2016 With an All-New Live Show Presented by Crazy 8 What: Happy birthday, KIDZ BOP! The #1 kids’ music brand is taking its 15th birthday celebration on the road with the ALL-NEW…

Photo Storage for Phones and Devices with Picture Keeper Connect Summer vacations and back to school are just two big reasons your phone needs photo storage. Storing on your computer is an option too but what if you are on vacation, at an event need more memory right then?  Picture Keeper Connect is what you…

School is around the corner; the moms are excited while the kids are dreading the days of early bedtimes. I am excited, for school to start and because I get to shop!  I have always loved back to school shopping, especially for deals. Also check out our Amazon List of Books for the First Day…

THAT PHYSICS SHOW Great for kids of all ages!  Bring the whole family!   A cross between STOMP and BLUE MAN GROUP with a little BUBBLE SHOW thrown in!   We are excited to check it out this month.  We loved the Gazillion Bubble Show and Blue Man Group so we have high hopes and cannot…

As a self-declared Thomas Mom, I am super excited to share that now you can sleep over with Thomas & Friends are at the New York Hilton Midtown!.  Move over Day Out With Thomas and Thomas Land, from now through September 4th the New York Hilton Midtown is where fans want to be!  Book this room for their little…

Hey moms on the go! As much as we would like to, it’s nearly impossible to be with your kids every second of every day. Whether you’re working, traveling, or simply out and about getting things done for the rest of the family, while you’re out and about you still want the peace of mind…

Educational toys serve multiple purposes of entertainment and teaching skills, as a teacher I am always twisting toys into teaching. My kids have owned a ton of LeapFrog toys since they were born. Each having their own Scout and Violet, and adding to their collection from there. Daily I use LeapFrog workbooks and flashcards for my students ages…

With the kids home this summer, we are visiting our friends more and having playdates at our house too.  I am all about entertaining and bringing things to playdates, Oriental Trading makes that so easy for me.  I can brings crafts, toys and special things for the kids for the kids to play and not…

The wonderful Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, which is our new favorite place for movies, had a screening of Disney’s new movie The BFG.  This movie is adapted from Roald Dahl’s book which came our in the early 1980s.  Personally he is one of my favorite children’s authors that I have always shared with…

Westchester Wine and Food Festival took place this year with events ranging from pasta crafts for kids to wine tasting and fashion shows.  Apple Moms attended the Beer and Burger Blast at the Kensico Dam Plaza. If you haven’t been save this week in 2017. You don’t want to miss, your appetite does not want…

Father’s Day is around the corner.  What to get them is always a top question.  Practical, Kid Friendly or Family Fun, what do you do? We have some picks that we love for our dads this year. Our Top Picks: New Nintendo 3DS XL- Play on the go, play vs the kids at home, bring…

I learned something new, May is National EGG month, and June 3rd is National Egg Day. Did you know? My kids love eggs, as do I, and we can never have enough.  Right now my kids are patiently waiting for our chickens to lay eggs.  I can only imagine what we will make that day.  For now,…

The Apple Moms LOVE Thomas & Friends and love checking out Thomas events.  Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular series Thomas & Friends returns to Strasburg Rail Road in as the Day Out with Thomas: The Celebration Tour continues.  This years marks Thomas’s 70th year since the very first book of the series, “The Three Railway Engines” was published…

For over 17 years, On Location Tours has been taking people to multiple locations from their favorite TV shows and movies filmed in New York City. These unique sightseeing bus tours and walking tours offer a variety of options including the NYC TV & Movie Tour, Sex & the City Hotspots Tour, The Real Housewives…

My 6 year old and I went to his first Broadway Show this month, we attended Tuck Everlasting at the Broadhurst Theatre.  New to the NYC Stage, opening April 26th.  WE (he) LOVED it. “A movie in real life”, he called it.  We attended with The Moms and a meet and greet after the show…

Welcome to EDAVILLE USA home of three adventures, Thomas Land, Dino Land (Seasonal), Christmas Festival of Lights (Seasonal), including over 90 rides & attractions. A Top 3 winner for Best New Amusement Park Attractions as chosen by readers of USA Today & 10 Best! Edaville USA offers special events throughout the year, including Hello Kitty,…

  Annually the amazing women behind Momtrends, Nicole and Sherri host an event all about travel for women and their families including the tools we need when traveling.  This year the event took place at the Ivivva store in Union Square. What better way to be dressed when traveling than being classic and comfy?  The…

Grand Prix New York Hosts “Relay After Dark” Fundraiser Event will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Katonah-Lewisboro Lewisboro/Mount Kisco, NY – (May 9, 2016) Grand Prix New York will be hosting a “Relay After Dark” fundraising event at their Mount Kisco facility on Thursday, May 12th from 7-10 P.M. The event…

Is you little girl always playing house? Mine is a mini mom when she starts playing with her dolls.  She tells me she is it’s mommy, pretending to feed, burp and change their diapers.  As a preschooler taking her dolls to school with her takes place regularly too so they can play mommy and baby…

Live action nontraditional sports is where you will find my family.  We attended the Monster Energy Supercross Championship at Metlife on April, 30th, the 16th of 17 races for the season. While my husband and son attended last year, this was the first time we went as a family.  The weather was great and there…

Last weekend, we were able to check out Historic Hudson Valley’s LIGHTSCAPES at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson. A SELL OUT event Thursdays-Sundays in month of MAY, its great fun for the whole family, and a great night time outing.  The entire exhibit is outdoors and walk through, so you can go at your own pace,…

Monster Jam was at MetLife in NJ for their NY/NJ stop of the tour on April 23rd. Our third time seeing them, (second at METLIFE), and each time there is something new. Where else can kids see their toys come to life in front of them as my kids say.  Seriously, real trucks doing the stunts…

Apple Moms has partnered with Jen over at Cuddles and Chaos for a contest to bring all mother’s together with their SUPER POWERS!! Check out what she has put together! So much of what’s on the internet and social media about motherhood focuses on what’s hard. We talk about sleepless nights and tantrum-filled days and…

For Immediate Release RACE 4 A CURE EVENT HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR MORE RESEARCH FOR AMERICA’S DEADLIEST CANCER Event Raises More Than $150,000 for Urgently Needed Pancreatic Cancer Research April 22, 2016 – The 2nd annual Lustgarten Foundation Race 4 A Cure took place on Friday, February 26th at Grand Prix New York, a fun-filled family…

Need a new book to read, one that will make you feel good and not alone? Sh*tty Mom FOR ALL SEASONS is out, the followup to Sh*tty Mom.  A perfect choice for new mom gifts, your mom friend’s birthday, the overwhelmed mom and yourself.  Perfect conversation starter while sitting on the park bench while your…

The Ready, Set, Go Tour is racing into a train station near you.  Wet traveled to Essex Steam Train in Connecticut this April. Percy was there too, for photos, carnival rides and THOMAS! All Day Out With Thomas events include a HUGE Gift Shop with all types of Thomas toys and DOWT Exclusives.  We buy…

Enjoy the Apple Moms’ Hudson Valley Farmers’ Markets 2016 list! Check out the variety of seasonal produce, organic farm fresh produce along with baked goods and so much more! If you know of other ones or changes please email us at applemomshv@gmail.com **remember to check, things change time to time** DUTCHESS COUNTY Amenia Friday 3-7pm…

This May, Apple Moms and Jack’s Clubhouse are putting together a Mother’s Day Event for Moms and their Children.  Our Friday event is SOLD OUT.  We just added Saturday and have limited seats left.  Food and drinks will be provided.    Advanced registration is required and event will sell out. Mommy & Me Date

My house is obsessed with these mini trains.  We have over 100 and now that you can find them at Target and Toys R Us, Walmart stills sells them too, we are always looking.  We are on the major look out for Spongebob minis. FISHER-PRICE REIMAGINES THOMAS & FRIENDS™ MINIS TRAINS IN ALL-NEW SETS  INSPIRED BY…

This past weekend Disney’s Choo Choo Soul was at the Paramount Theater performing hits from their show, and Disney.  Kids love this show and if it comes to a city near you get tickets fast! I think my kids lasted in their seats about 10 minutes, if that, then ran to the front with the…

We are back with Small Business Saturdays. We love our moms and their work.  Check out our latest duo in Orange County will their adorable clothing shop. You will want to be following them on instagram by the end. Amal Ishak & Venera Nenna, two moms from Chester, run a trendy children’s boutique, Karapouz Kidz…

The READY, SET, GO Tour is here!  Essex Steam Train and River Boat has 3 different weekends coming up where you can see the lovable Blue Engine- THOMAS! We have gone every year since 2012 and my kids are obsessed.  Percy will be here again this year to ride, along with Sir Topham Hat. WHO:…

Here at Apple Moms HV, we made our 2016 List of Hudson Valley Egg Hunts.  Spring time starts with Egg Hunts for many, at least the little ones.  Here is our list of local Egg Hunts by County.  Easter is March 27th.  Happy hunting! DUTCHESS: 3/19 LaGrangeville  10am Union Vale Parks and Rec 8 Tymor Park Road…

Last Sunday, Jenn (Putnam/Dutchess) and I went to our first Paint Nite.  Can I just say we did not stop laughing. We attended Snowy Bird at the i84 Diner in Fishkill, a terrific location with huge room, separate entrance, bathrooms and wait service.  Marie Goodwin was our instructor, a true sweetheart. I’ll admit sitting down with…

On Sunday, March 6th at 11:30, The Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville a preview screening of The Little Prince is happening. I am excited to bring my daughter, Charlotte, for this special feature for the day. This classic story is coming to the big screen, a film your family will not want to miss. …

We have partnered up with the Paramount Hudson Valley in Peekskill, NY once again,  for their upcoming show: Disney’s Choo Choo Soul with Genevieve on Saturday 4/9.  Are these catchy songs caught in your head?  I know I can sing them with the kids. The Disney Channel’s Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve! TV program comes to life! Imagine parents being able…

Are you attending our Apple Moms Egg Hunt? Wednesday March 23 at 10am. at Jack’s Clubhouse in Brewster. Kids 0-8. Prizes for all, and indoor fun included for the rest of the day. Early bird tickets are on sale through March 4th, space is limited. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apple-moms-egg-hunt-tickets-21363939117

Dawn Upshaw Headlines 2nd Annual Friends & Family Concert Maestro Ted Sperling Leads and Explains Mozart, Golijov and Mendelssohn Young people 17 and under admitted free with paid adult ticket. Press Release: (Purchase, New York) — On Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 3 pm at the Purchase College Performing Arts Center, the Philharmonic warmly invites…

Disclosure:  We received this product for review purposes. As always all opinions are our own and honest.  Affiliate links may be included.  Is your house overrun with toys, do you want to get organized this year? Or do you just need a new toy box, Delta Children has a great one in blue or pink colors.  Jack…

Celebrating 90 years of providing smiles, sportsmanship and service to millions of people worldwide, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters will bring their unrivaled family show to an arena near you during their 90th Anniversary World Tour. On the court, the Globetrotters’ 90-year celebration will feature some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet.…

It’s my favorite (and most delicious) time of the year!   Preparing holiday meals is an extremely important tradition in my family — it has been since I was a little girl. During the holiday season, we’d always make tons of veggie casseroles and cornbread for our extended family. I used to love the smell…

We all want that perfect family portrait, you know the one everyone looks their best even though seconds before you were biting your lip and giving the eyes towards the kids (that isn’t just me right?).  The Hudson Valley has great photographers and locations to be used, just ask the question on any Facebook group…

Holidays are around the corner, gift buying is on everyone’s radar.  We are here to make it even easier for you with our Apple Moms Holiday Gift Guide, starting with our toy picks for 6-8 year olds. Tiggly Math- Tiggly: Learning tools for tablets.  Apps included and makes learning fun. Engages kids in math terms, addition and counting,…

Are you looking for a Christmas Tree this year? There are so many Hudson Valley Tree Farms around.  Never gone? Start a new family tradition and go pick out and cut your own. Dutchess County Tree Farms Abel’s Trees  435 N Clove Rd, Verbank NY 12585 845 677-6395 Bilmar Nurseries 26 Bilmar BLVD Pleasant Valley, NY  12569…

Holidays are around the corner, gift buying is on everyone’s radar.  We are here to make it even easier for you with our Apple Moms Holiday Gift Guide, starting with our toy picks for 3-5 year olds. My Little Pony Friendship Rainbow Kingdom Playset- HASBRO: A castle for My Little Ponies with Special Princess Twilight Sparkle Pony, accessories…

Holidays are around the corner, gift buying is on everyone’s radar.  We are here to make it even easier for you with our Apple Moms Holiday Gift Guide, starting with our toy picks for 0-2 year olds. GO! GO! Smart Wheels Ultimate RC Speedway- VTECH: These tracks, cars, and sounds are on the move. plus…

I have two pups, Copper turned 5 this week and Tod is 1, both super active and sporting dogs.  While family pets they are also trained hunters and support my husband’s hobbies during hunting season.  So staying active and healthy is very important to us. Their food, treats are important to us and we love…

We were asked to share this with our readers.  A cause that is amazing for families in the Hudson Valley. Paraco-Kosco Announce Fundraiser to Benefit Make-A-Wish® Hudson Valley A portion of the proceeds from propane and oil deliveries made by specially branded trucks will be donated  Rhinebeck/Saugerties, NY (September 28, 2015) – Paraco-Kosco, a leading marketer of…

Westchester Families– This Friday, October 2nd from 8:30am to 2:30pm The TruFood Wagon will be at the Down to Earth Farmer’s Market. A perfect way to recognize National Dog Week, the wagon features an agility course, samples of the new gourmet Wellness TruFood, a chance to win a year’s supply of pet food, prizes from a…

Hotel Transylvania 2 is your must see for this weekend! My kids and I were so grateful we got to see Transylvania 2 before the release which hits theaters this Friday September 25. After seeing the first one we were excited to see part 2. Adam Sandler is one of our favorite actors and he’s…

NATIONAL DOG WEEK 2015 Did you know that this week is National Dog Week (September 20th – 26th), Rover.com dug into their database to uncover which dog breeds are trending from coast to coast. While you may think you know what dogs take the top spot, you may actually be surprised by the results! Some cool findings include:…

Hello Moms!  Are you ready for the best night this fall?  We are!  Take your chance at our raffle table.  Prizes include gift cards for Stew Leonard’s, The Container Store, Miracle Swim, WOOSH, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Teleflora, and many more! Click HERE to RSVP.

The Apple Moms’ daughters all got a chance to play together and with the new Travel Friends: International Collection Dolls from the Madame Alexander Doll Company.  These new dolls are first in a new series of dolls for the 3+ crowd.   Madame Alexander is known for high-quality and craftsmanship, these play dolls have all…

We have 20 FREE memberships for our Apple Mom readers.  Want one?  Simply go to Jet.com and at register page, fill in your information and then use APPLEMOMS code.  This code is for the first 20 people (code expires on 8/18/2015). No matter when you redeem it, it is good for a free 1-year membership…

We jumped in the car and headed north to the beautiful Lake George area, where we checked into the awesome Six Flags Great Escape Lodge. Super close to the Hudson Valley!! My son was excited as soon as he saw the slides outside the building he knew it meant Water Park! We checked in at…

Historic Hudson Valley has 7 sites that offer a blast into the past for families to visit.  Washington Irving’s Sunnyside House is located on the Tarrytown/Irvington border along the Hudson River on 10 acres, which was expanded by Irving beginning in 1835 and now restored with many of the furnishings which remained in the Irving…

If you remember our Easter Basket Picks post, you know we love Lottie Dolls, they are mini, perfect to carry everywhere, fit in our kids purses and pride themselves on looking like real girls and they invoke exploration and questioning.  They are all about being unplugged, active and many are themed in STEM occupations.  Girl…

THE RIDE uses New York City and its renowned landmarks as the backdrop for a theatrical event that blurs the boundary between tour and performance. The city becomes a stage, and soon you can’t tell where the street ends and the show begins! THE RIDE gives you a front-row seat to the streets of New…

Recently I (Karen) was contacted to test a cleaning set for my car.  Anyone who knows me well knows I am always driving and its the biggest thing I skip doing.  I have cleaning crew for my house weekly, my car is washed on the outside when it rains.  If my father or husband are…

Wondering where you can go see the fireworks this year?  Here is a current Hudson Valley Fireworks 2015 List and we will update it as we get more information. Putnam Town of Southeast- Brewster- Highlands Shopping Complex (Kohl’s/HomeDepot) 7/3 Cold Spring Dockside Park 7/4 Town Of Kent 7/3  Lake Carmel Fireworks  on Route 53/311 Westchester Port Chester HS,…

This Small Business Saturday Mom Amy is from Woodstock in Ulster County.  Sarah is behind SO Handmade and a mom of two kids- 5 year old boy and her daughter is almost two.   She started her business in 2012, how does this mom do it? How did the idea come about? I have always…

If you have been to one of our Mom’s Night Out you have probably heard about Tiggly Shapes and Tiggly Math.  The Apple Moms LOVE these educational toys for our kids.  Not only do my kids use them, but I use them at work with the toddlers and preschoolers I work with.  They think they…

Below is a list of the Hudson Valley Memorial Day Parades 2015, these local parades for Putnam, Rockland and Westchester Counties.  Enjoy and have a safe and happy weekend! Memorial Day Parades Westchester County All parades on Monday 5/25 unless otherwise noted. Bedford Hills 9:00AM Briarcliff Manor approx 9:30AM Bronxville 8:30AM Dobbs Ferry/ Hastings-on-Hudson/ Irvington ?? Eastchester/Tuckahoe 10am Elmsford 10:30am Harrison 10:00AM…

Family Friendly Boat Tours of Manhattan Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call home. Our classic yachts – the Schooner Adirondack & Adirondack…

Meet our Small Business Saturday Mom Kwana Del Villar, mom of two from Nanuet.   Kwan is an event and wedding planner along with friends.  We are happy to feature her as our latest Apple Mom, check out how she manages work and motherhood. When did you start your business?  KEA Event Planners, LLC was…

Today, May 10th, is Mother’s Day and we are celebrating our moms and YOU!  Being a mom is not easy, but we know it is so rewarding! The moms behind Apple Moms wanted to share with you our moms and us as moms with our kids. Alicia:  Jenn: Katie:  Karen: Nicole: Happy Mother’s Day!!

Meet our newest Small Business Saturday Mom Jillian O’Neil from Middletown. She is the mom of 1 beauty Sadie Grace and started Simply Sadie’s in 2012.  Read on to find out more about Jillian and Simply Sadie’s.     How did the idea come about? The business was created out of the philosophies of my…

Meet our new Small Business Saturday Mom Heather Queiroz of Westchester.  She is a mom to two boys, 9 and 13, from Mt. Kisco and owns a NextBarre which she started in January 2015 here in Westchester.   How did the idea come about? I was a passionate and dedicated NextBarre client in California. Having tried…

Apple Moms is excited to share this news release for Historic Hudson Valley’s LIGHTSCAPES coming next week!   We will be reviewing and sharing our thoughts next week, in the mean time we have a Historic Hudson Valley LIGHTSCAPES GIVEAWAY of 4 tickets for 1 lucky family to win.  This event is only running the month…

Meet our latest mom, Kara Schwartz of Westchester.  She is behind Flop Girl and mom to two boys.  Kara is locating in Mount Kisco/Yorktown NY with her business. When did you start your business?  I started designing and molding the Patent Pending Heels about 2 ½ years ago on my kitchen counter. My kids fondly referred…

  This week’s Apple Mom is Samantha Marino of Westchester County.  Samantha is a mom of a 3.5 year boy in Hartsdale.  She has a full plate between motherhood, working and bringing awareness to Nut Allergies in Westchester County as her son says she’s “Wonder Woman”. What does a typical day look like for you? A typical…

Meet our newest Small Business Saturday Mom Debbie Rosen- Alfonso of Rockland County.  She is behind The Camp Experts & Teen Summers in Rockland and Bergen County, NJ.   Debbie is a mom of 3 boys and is apart Summer Camp and Program Advisory Service since 2004. When did you start your business?- I joined the Camp…

Meet our Yoga Mom, Doreen Foxwell of Sullivan County with sites all over the Hudson Valley and beyond (Orange, Dutchess, Rockland, Ulster, Putnam, Northern NJ, Bergen, Fairfield CT, Pike and the Bronx).   She owns The Children’s School of Yoga and is also a mom of 2. When did you start your business? The Children’s…

  Disclosure:  This post contains affiliate links, all opinions are 100% my own and honest.  Gymboree has partnered with KaBOOM and will donate 1% of every purchase of their new Hop ‘n’ Roll line to the national non-profit that inspires communities to support play and creates great places places to play for kids in underserved…

Meet, Jaimie Tamburello, mom of four from Bloomingburg just outside Orange County and found online with her business Ever After Embroidery which she started in May 2014. How did the idea come about? I love personalized gifts and have always admired embroidery.  My husband and I attended a trade show to learn about the business aspect of…

Meet our latest Small Business Saturday Mom, Jessica Walsh, from Rockland County.  She owns Paws on Main of Nyack which offers professional pet grooming, food & supplies.  Jessica is a mom of a first grader, Ivy. When did you start your business?  I started my business a year ago in March of 2014. It was…

  This weeks Apple Mom is Ashley Chippa of Rockland County.  Ashley is a mom of a two year old son and from New City. What does a typical day look like for you? In the morning I wake up and search the internet for potential homes for sale that fit our buying criteria. I answer…

We would like you to meet, Minna Aaltosalmi-Harmon, this weeks Small Business Saturday Mom, who owns The Gifts Co/Op Showroom & Gallery in Greenwood Lake, Orange County.  She is also very devoted to her 3 young daughters. When did you start your business? I have run this artisan co/op for one year with assistance of other crafters…

This week’s Apple Mom is on a mission, a great mission.  Lauren is a mom of 2 beautiful boys: Brian 4 years old and Andrew 7 months old.   What does a typical day look like for you?  I have a pretty basic working mom day.  Andrew is still waking up for night feedings (I…

This Small Business Saturday Mom is perfect for the upcoming holiday, St. Patrick’s Day.  LuAnn O’Rourke-Boyd, a mother of 3 is behind the O’Rourke Irish Dancers in White Plains and Yorktown.  Have you thought of having your kids do Irish Step Dancing?  Well read on to find out why she started her business, manages her day…

  This week we have Jenny from Buchanan as our Apple Mom of the Week.  Check out what she is sharing about herself and her family. I am the mom of an 8-year-old boy named Johnathan. He is a typical 3rd grader, and a true boy! He sure does keep me busy and on my…

Today we want to introduce you to Tracy Zeccola of Yorktown with her business Buskin Leggings.  She is a Mom of twin school age kids, and started her business just this year! When did you join your sales company? January 2015 How did the idea come about? My 12 year old daughter loves leggings she would live…

Meet Alicia Shannon from Rockland County, mom of two: daughter 3 yrs and son 15 months.  Thanks Shannon for sharing just a glimpse of your life with your kiddos! What does a typical day look like for you (walk us through morning/noon/night)?  Typically my day starts by 6am when I wake to those familiar sounds of…

Our lastest Small Business Mom, Nikki Amari, covers Rockland, Bergen, Passaic & Orange Counties with her photography business.  Nikki Amari Photography (New York / New Jersey based) specializes in child, family, maternity and newborn portraits of use of natural light to create a lifetime of memories. She is the mom of two cuties: Brooke,4 and a son named Jason…

I mentioned briefly in our newsletter last week about my technology obsessed kids and how we went without for 5 days (even with them off from school for winter break).  It truly was nice to see the kids playing and not with an iPad or something in their face.  I do monitor the games they…

This Monday we would like to introduce Maria Covillion to you, an Orange County mom.  A mom of 2 from Cornwall, and a common core crusader.  Maria was ever so kind to introduce us to her life, and she is a busy mother. What does a typical day look like for you?  I work part…