Best Arcades in NYC for Video Game Loving Kids

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. Sponsored Last week to see [Hip Hop Cinderella]( the must-see new musical for kids ages 7+! At the New Victory through Feb. 26, with added matinees for winter break week. Tickets start at $22. [Best Arcades in NYC for Video Game Loving Kids]( [Funtopia has a great lineup of arcade games—both new and vintage—in its NYC arcade. Photo courtesy of Funtopia] It's hard to beat one of these arcades in NYC when you're in need of some all-ages, multi-generation entertainment. After all, if your kids don't know the names of all four of the ghosts in Pac-Man (say it with me: Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde) or what Asteroids is, there's no better way to teach them than diving into an afternoon of video game fun at one of these local arcades in NYC. Our list is a combination of old-fashioned, family-friendly arcades and some newer-age spots that specialize in [virtual reality games]( while others straddle the line between the two. If these NYC arcades aren't enough to fuel your gaming addiction, consider visiting one of these [arcades on Long Island]( or [arcades in New Jersey]( for more fun. You can also find small arcades at many of the [city's bowling alleys](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [25 Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Kids]( [Random acts of kindness can begin at home with siblings, parents, and other loved ones. ] "Random acts of kindness"... this phrase has been used a lot since the mid 90s, when the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation was formed. Random acts of kindness are all about doing nice things for friends, family, and strangers—from simple acts like sharing a smile to larger endeavors such as volunteering at a charity—just for the sake of doing them. The idea is that spreading kindness brightens the day of both the giver and the receiver and encourages the receiver to perform their own random acts of kindness, creating a contagious wave of good deeds. Of course, adults aren't the only ones who can benefit from random acts of kindness. Teaching kids kindness from a young age helps them learn good manners and respect, increases their own happiness and self-esteem, and helps them grow up to be kind adults. Need some inspiration? Here are 25 random acts of kindness ideas to share with your children. The list includes random acts of kindness that kids of all ages can do at home, in the community, and at school. For more ways kids can show kindness to their loved ones and to the Earth, check out our list of [101 questions to ask grandparents about their lives]( and our ideas for [how kids can help fight climate change](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( Sponsored GoodBuy Gear makes it easy to consign secondhand baby and kid items. Schedule a shopping appointment to start selling used gear. [Learn more here](. ❤️ BEST OF FEBRUARY ❤️ [19 Top Indoor Play Spaces]( A day indoors is a lot of fun at these local romper rooms. [Read More >]( ❄️ SEASONAL GUIDE ❄️ [Winter Fun Guide]( Skiing, snow tubing, & more winter fun...all in one convenient guide! [Read More >]( ❤️ BEST OF FEBRUARY ❤️ [11 Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops]( These local shops pack a caffeinated punch, plus eats and treats for kids to boot. [Read More >]( ❤️ BEST OF FEBRUARY ❤️ [Indoor Swimming Pools in NYC]( We found a handful of indoor pools in New York City where families can swim for the day. [Read More >]( ❤️ BEST OF FEBRUARY ❤️ [Museum Memberships in NYC]( Enjoy the fun, and the savings, with memberships to these NYC children's spaces. [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](