Weekend Getaways Near NYC: Lake Resorts in New York State

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. [LATEST]( | [CALENDAR]( Sponsored Puppets and projections bring Mo Willems’ tale to life in [Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster.]( Opens 6/4 at New Victory. For ages 4–7 RECENT ARTICLES [Weekend Getaways Near NYC: Lake Resorts in New York State]( [It's hard to resist the allure of a dip in Mirror Lake during your weekend getaway to the Golden Arrowhead Lakeside Resort.] When it comes to summer weekend getaways near NYC, there's nothing more inviting than jumping into the refreshing waters of one of the state’s beautiful [swimming lakes](. If you want to escape the stifling heat for a weekend getaway from NYC, these lake resorts in New York give families the chance to cool off and enjoy both swimming and a whole host of water-based activities. From the Hudson Valley to Lake George, Lake Placid, and the Catskills, read on for 11 family-friendly lakefront resorts and find more overnight destinations in our [Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways Near NYC](. [Read more.]( [What is Juneteenth? Celebrating Juneteenth 2022 with Kids]( [Juneteenth's signature drink is red soda water, a strawberry soda served with meals at many Juneteenth get-togethers. Photo courtesy of the author] Juneteenth, the holiday that observes and commemorated the end of slavery in America, was designated a federal holiday in 2021, and celebrations are becoming more widespread as people come to understand the historical significance and importance of this day for all Americans. Juneteenth has long been marked by large family and community gatherings in the south, particularly in Texas. Now that it’s receiving more of the recognition it deserves, we’ve gathered a few ways for families to have discussions about the holiday and celebrate Juneteenth 2022 together. For more ways to celebrate Black culture, browse our favorite [30+ Children’s Books to Celebrate Black History Month]( and read on to discover and support a Black-owned business near you. [Read more.]( [Top 10 Things to Do on a Day Trip to Bear Mountain State Park With Kids]( [The view from Perkins Memorial Tower. Photo by Katherine Dhurandar.] Heading to [Bear Mountain State Park]( with kids makes for a great day trip now that school's almost out and schedules are a little looser. The Rockland County park, which is nestled against the Hudson River and offers something for kids of all ages, is one place our family has returned to each year. With hiking, paddleboat rentals, a large playground, ample room for picnicking, and even a zoo, the park has plenty of options to fill an entire day. Our summer readers will be especially happy to learn the swimming pool opens for the 2022 season on Saturday, June 18. We recently visited the park and can fill you in on what you need to know about this year-round destination, including our top 10 favorite things to do. If you're looking for other great activities in nearby parks, check out our rundown of [easy New York State Park hikes]( or our look at [Westchester's top destination parks](. For even more on local parks, check out our [Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Westchester]( [Read more.]( [Find the best things to do in NYC this June.]( [Summer trips, beaches, and more seasonal fun!]( [25 Top Sprinkler Parks in NYC]( [Top June Festivals & Fairs]( [10 Swimming Lakes near NYC]( [Last Minute Summer Camps]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( Copyright © 2022 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.