Long Island City Waterfront with Kids: 20 Fun Things To Do

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. Enjoy the snow this season with our [Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snow Sports Guide](. [Long Island City Waterfront with Kids: 20 Fun Things To Do]( [Gantry Plaza State Park has plenty of eye candy for parents to enjoy while kids climb and play. Photo by Sydney Ng] When I first moved to [Long Island City, Queens]( back in 2008, it was the perfect place for a bachelor living it up in the city in his mid-20s. It was up-and-coming with indie comedy clubs, late-night hangs, and 2am eggs at the Court Square Diner. Back then, I couldn't fathom that 15 years and 2 kids later, I would return to Long Island City and find it an equally ideal place to raise my kids. The neighborhood's family-friendly vibes are not unique to those of us who live here. Long Island City has become the ideal hot spot full of things to do morning, noon, and night, thanks in large part to its beautiful waterfront. Hunters Point South Park, known as The Gantry to locals—and instantly recognizable by its iconic Pepsi sign—has grown into New York City kid heaven. Read on for 20 fun things to do on the Long Island City waterfront with kids, and find more fun local neighborhoods and haunts to explore in our [NYC Kids Neighborhood Guide](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [How to Get Free Baby Stuff: Free Diapers, Formula, Baby Gear, and More]( [Have sweet dreams of all the free baby stuff you'll get. Photo by Garrett Jackson courtesy of Unsplash] Having a baby is a joyful experience, but it certainly isn't cheap. Factor in all of the diapers, wipes, baby food, and other [baby gear]( and the numbers quickly add up. But there are plenty of places to get free baby stuff to help offset the costs of newborn and infant care. From baby registry welcome boxes to diaper rewards programs to free baby product samples, there are many free items that new and expectant parents can get from companies. Plus, don't underestimate the generosity of friends, family, and neighbors. Here are 30 places to get free diapers, formula, toys, and more free baby stuff. And, as your baby starts growing, check out your city's [Guide to Free Things To Do with Kids]( for ways to have fun with your little one without blowing your budget. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [Score Big Discounts on Broadway Show Tickets When Broadway Week Deal Returns]( [Broadway Week, the semi-annual program offering discounted tickets to big-name Broadway shows, like The Lion King, returns January 10, 2023. Photo courtesy of Disney on Broadway] Broadway Week, the theater industry's big BOGO promo returns. So, set a calendar alert to grab these discounted tickets to Broadway shows because Broadway Week ticket sales launch Tuesday, January 10. Past Broadway Week discounted ticket promos have included plenty of [our favorite family-friendly Broadway shows](. Read on for all the details. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( ❄️ BEST OF JANUARY ❄️ [Snow Tubing near NYC]( These slopes in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania offer family-friendly snow tubing. [Read More >]( 💙 SEASONAL GUIDE 💙 [Winter Fun Guide]( Skiing, snow tubing, & more winter fun...all in one convenient guide! [Read More >]( ❄️ BEST OF JANUARY ❄️ [Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in NYC]( There's still time to take a spin on one of NYC's beautiful outdoor ice skating rinks. [Read More >]( ❄️ BEST OF JANUARY ❄️ [14 Inexpensive Winter Getaways]( These family-friendly getaways all offer a quick weekend escape. [Read More >]( ❄️ BEST OF JANUARY ❄️ [35 Indoor Things To Do in NYC]( These indoor NYC activities guarantee a good time when the weather's not good. [Read More >]( Copyright © 2023 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 all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](