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Partners in Preservation: Help Get Funding for Local Queens Historic Sites

Partners in Preservation, American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, have announced over forty sites across all five boroughs that will possibly receive funding for preservation – and you get to determine the winner ... »

Things to Do This Weekend in Queens With Kids – April 28-29

It’s the last weekend in April and only a week before the Mamas Expo! If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained this weekend, check out our list of fun things to do ... »

Beyond What to Expect: Books for the Modern Mama Every Pregnant Woman Should Read

You’re pregnant, congratulations! Chances are you’ve been passed down an old beat up copy of What to Expect When You’re Expecting. Now before you sit down to read it, consider some other sources of information ... »

Mother’s Day Brunch at Home

Mamas, we know how hard you work. You know how hard you work. This Mother’s Day you deserve a morning to sleep in and have a beautiful brunch waiting for you. Don’t have a personal ... »

Mothers Day Gift Guide, Plus Special Events in Queens

Mother’s Day is May 12th and Queens offers plenty of awesome ways to celebrate the mother in your life. Check out our ultimate Mothers Day guide! Unique Gift Ideas Instead of the usual sweater, bag, or gift ... »

Babywearing: Local Classes and Resources for New Parents

Babywearing, or carrying your baby in a sling/carrier/wrap rather than pushing them in a stroller is pretty much the status quo in a lot of other cultures but is just recently gaining popularity as part ... »

20 Things To Do this Spring with Kids in Queens

The snow has finally stopped falling and it is time to get ourdoors. Here are Queens Mamas' top picks for things to do this spring with your kids. Enjoy! Beauty and the Beast at Queens Theatre in the Park Saturday April 10th at 11:00AM and 1PM Queens T... »

Top Ten Weekend Events for Queens Kids

Can you believe we’re nearing the end of April already? This weekend is packed full of fun activities for kids, especially for those celebrating Earth Day. Check them out! Free Earth Day Event at baby NOIR Head ... »

Perfect Grilled Cheese Recipe Inspired by Queens Kickshaw

The folks at The Queens Kickshaw have proven they are truly masters of outstanding coffee and grilled cheese. If you’ve been there, then you know they serve unique combinations of the most delicious grilled cheese ... »

Married with Dishes: The Sunday Night Supper Club on the Cooking Channel

You’ve probably heard some whispers about a fantastic supper club in Astoria called The Sunday Night Dinner, but now you’ll get to see it on your TV: Queens Chef Tamara Reynolds and her husband Karl ... »

Free Toddler Cooking Class in Queens

If you have a 2-3 year old who is fascinated by all things food, and especially cooking, you’re in for a real treat. This Sunday, April 22, Stacey Ornstein of Allergic to Salad will be teaching ... »

Top 10 Family Events in Queens April 14-15

It may be Friday the 13th but there’s nothing unlucky about the fun and fabulous events going on for kids this weekend in Queens. From a carnival to bubbles and even a circus, we have ... »

Mommy’s Yummies: Ready to Eat Meals for Kids

How many times have you come home from work and had to scramble to get dinner on the table? What if there was a way for you to order delivery for healthy, ready to eat ... »

Eating Healthy in Queens: Where to Go and What to Make

There’s no shortage of options when it comes to health food stores in Queens, and with the arrival of warmer spring weather it’s the perfect time to lighten up and start eating healthy. Whether you’re ... »

Top 10 Family Events in Queens for April 7-8

There are tons of fun things going on this holiday weekend for you and your kids, many of which are FREE – especially lots of Egg hunts! So gather up the baskets and head out ... »

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