Katherine Dhurandhar
Katherine Dhurandhar is a Community Publisher for Mommy Poppins, representing the Westchester and Hudson Valley region of New York, and a freelance copyeditor for Westchester Publishing Company. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling with her husband and son.
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Cooking classes are a fun way for kids to explore and develop their culinary talents while also learning about where food comes from and developing healthy eating habits. The abundance of local farms in Westchester and the Hudson Valley makes it a great place for young chefs to learn and cultivate their skills. Whether your child has an interest in cooking as a profession or just likes to have fun in the kitchen and make their own snacks, there is something for everyone.
We have rounded up several businesses in the area that offer kids cooking classes, many of which focus on using farm-to-table, locally sourced ingredients. Some have their own teaching gardens where kids can learn to grow, harvest, and cook with fresh ingredients, and one is held on a working organic farm.
You can find more cooking classes for kids–and even book a class online–in our directory of classes and listings. And be sure to check our Westchester Classes for Kids Guide for more kids’ activities and classes for kids of all ages and interests.
Looking for the best soccer, basketball, and baseball classes and camps in Westchester? Check out our top picks for sports classes throughout the county.
Whether you are looking for classes to help your kids develop skills for the big leagues or just a place to take part in fun and healthy recreation, Westchester County offers a bounty of sports programs for boys and girls of all ages.
Read on for a roundup of our favorite soccer, baseball, and basketball classes and camps in Westchester. You can find more posts about kids' sports classes in our Classes Guide and class directory. And don't forget to also see our list of great virtual camps and classes for kids.
Located in the heart of Orange County, Goshen is now well-known as the home of Legoland New York. However, the town of Goshen is a family-friendly destination in its own right. In 2021, Smithsonian Magazine named it one of the 15 best small towns to visit in America. Goshen boasts a vibrant downtown and arts community, and it is surrounded by the natural wonders of the Hudson Valley.
Goshen is also home to the oldest active harness racing track in the world. It is surrounded by picturesque horse farms, and horses are a recurring theme in the town's activities and artwork. Visitors can take a stroll through the quaint downtown, which is festively lit in the evenings, and check out one of the many restaurants and gastropubs. Or take the kids for some thrill rides at the nearby Castle Fun Center or Urban Air Adventure Park. For outdoorsy adventures, get out and explore the local nature on the Heritage Trail or at the Stewart State Preserve.
Read on for our favorite things to do with kids in this historic Hudson Valley town, conveniently located off Route 17 and just south of I-84. And for more family fun ideas in the Hudson Valley and Westchester, check out our Family Day Trips Guide.
Looking for the best baby swimming lessons in Westchester? Here are eight great mommy-and-me swimming classes to add to your list.
There is nothing cuter than a baby's first reaction as they dip their toes in the water. However, those initial experiences with water should be enjoyable and take place in a comfortable and safe environment. Parent-and-me swimming lessons are a great way to introduce babies to the water and teach basic swimming skills in a fun setting that establishes a lifelong love of swimming. These baby swimming classes also provide a great bonding experience for parents and their little ones.
We have gathered the details on the top swim schools in Westchester that offer baby swimming classes. Classes are offered for babies as young as 4 months, and many offer toddler transition classes to prepare toddlers to attend more advanced swimming lessons on their own. Many classes include water games, toys, and songs to make learning fun. For more swimming lessons in Westchester aimed at all ages, see our roundup of the top swim lessons for Westchester kids and find more classes in our Guide to the Best Kids Classes and Activities in Westchester.
Cobblestone streets, live jazz music, oak trees dripping with Spanish moss, the smells of Southern cuisine floating on the breeze... while this quintessential picture of Savannah, Georgia is accurate, the city is also full of fun activities for kids and families. From museums and historic sites to island excursions and dolphin watching, Savannah, Georgia offers lots to do while maintaining a small-town, laid-back vibe steeped with Southern hospitality. And with several barrier islands nearby, families can mix some beach time into their Savannah, Georgia vacation.
Here are 36 fun things to do in Savannah, GA with kids, including family-friendly hotels and delicious restaurants in Savannah, GA. For more family fun in Georgia, check out our review of Sea Island Resort, Georgia and our list of 50 fun things to do in Atlanta with kids.
Does your child love to dance? Let them dance the summer away at one of the many dance-focused summer camps in Westchester. Whether your child is a beginner or seasoned performer, these camps are sure to have an option kids love.
We’ve rounded up a number of dance camps offering summer day programs in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. With instruction in a variety of styles, from ballet and jazz to hip-hop, Bollywood, and musical theater, the programs range from instructionally intensive dance programs to fun, traditional-style camps with dance as an elective. Many of the camps have virtual options as well so students can participate from the comfort of home. Plus, a number of the studios, including Steffi Nossen, offer adaptive classes for kids with special needs.
For more summer camps in Westchester, including picks for Preschool Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, be sure to bookmark our Westchester Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town.
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