I'm a little biased having been a member for almost 25 years, but I love this YMCA. They are…read morerenovating the fitness center currently, but have made the temporary fitness space in the main gym work. The staff here are amazing and the Y does so much for the community. Between early childhood and suction , to summer camp, to an amazing swim team, to great fitness classes, and excellent facilities the Y is an amazing value. Membership rates for a family are affordable and the place is really welcoming. We've been members here for almost 25 years for a reason!

The Monday night self defense class is empowering and fun! This class will help a young person as…read morewell as an older person to protect themselves in an unexpected situation. The workout is great!

I love when my daughter's soccer team has practice here . The indoor fields inter the bubble are…read morelarge, well lit, and there are lots of comfortable seating available for parents, With the option of sitting on bleachers, or at a chair under a table. There are several vending machines with snacks and drinks at good prices, including (thank God!) Bottled Starbucks Frappuccinos. There is a window with menus next to it and a "Moe's" sign above it .(as in, the quick service Mex-American restaurant .) But I have not ever seen the window open. Let it be known, It would make my day to eat moes during practice. Even without Tex-Mex fast food, this is a wonderful facility. I almost don't mind that I have to drive 35 minutes twice a week to get here.

From the owner: Our Summer Soccer Camps are designed to create a fun, friendly, and engaging atmosphere to help…read moredevelop each individual players skills and enjoyment for soccer through a series of skill drills and re-enforcement fun games.

We've taken our toddler here a couple of times and he has a great deal of fun. Besides the farm…read morezoo, where you can buy cups of carrots to feed the many varieties of animals - I wouldn't say petting zoo as you are advised to feed the animals only with the plastic shovel and not stick your fingers into the pens - there are several little play houses with play activities (train set, corn cabin, kitchen, grocery store, etc), a playground with a sandpit, and tractor and train rides. The sandpit even has toys like dump trucks - my kid would be perfectly happy to just stay there and call it a day! The condition of everything in the main areas is a little grubby, however. I appreciate that they put out plenty of chairs and benches all around for parents to sit on (cos waiting for your child while they play is an unavoidable part of the game), as well as some picnic tables. Prices are fair and reasonable, and entry for kids under 2 is free.

This little farm is super cute and is perfect for families and small children. We have been here…read more a few times, most recently for a birthday party. They have a large variety of animals that the kids can feed (they get a bucket of carrots) and there are lots of small areas to play. But the big hit with our family is the playground and sand pit with diggers and toys. My kids could stay there all day. It's a good way to spend a local day.

I noticed another negative review as well and had a similar experience. Staff was extremely…read moreunpleasant, judgmental, and rude. Caused months of hell for me and I now have PTSD from something done by one of their staff members. Stay away, please just stay away! So many great daycares in area.

I went back and forth about whether or not to write this review, but if I could save a family or a…read morechild from going through what mine went through at this school, it is worth it. My son attended this school for only 2 days. The teacher was unpleasant, as asking her a question seemed to bother her. Before we enrolled everyone seemed very pleasant. I watched my son crying on the floor for 15 minutes until she catered to him. That night a injury to his knee that the school said nothing about. After telling the director my toddler would not be attending the school his response was short and didn't seem to have any care. I would never recommend this facility to anyone. Just by observance it seems to be understaffed and the staff perhaps unhappy due to being overworked . But if are looking for a daycare, please avoid this one.

So after 2 years since my last review, Me We Art has grown and produced a lot of talented artists…read more My daughter always look forward to art class and her artistic skills have improved. There are many art contests throughout the year that can be featured in books or games, and even international recognition. Have a try! ------------ Leeann is the main teacher that teaches art (drawing and painting) to kids about 4 and above. The space is quite new and has lots of room for expansion. Currently, she has 1.5 hr sessions throughout the day during weekdays and weekends. Most of her students are Chinese, but she is also fluent in English. The art class lasts 13 days for about $400. You need to provide your own media (color pencils, paint, pastels and paper), which she can recommend. The class is a mix of different skill levels. Your child will create works with different media, for example, she teaches basic outlining with pencil followed by marker, then the child colors with markers and pastels to create a unique piece. The classes are flexible with ample time for make-ups. If you have a toddler, there's a Gymboree next door. I take my 18 month next door during the art class.

From the owner: Art Education and Enjoyment for All Art School, Art Gallery…read moreArt Class, BYOB Painting Night

I have a neurodivergent 5 year old who thrives on structure and gets nervous around new things and…read moreloud noises. Needless to say, we weren't sure if he was going to be able to handle camp, let alone Steve & Kate's. Turns out he had a fantastic summer. It's easy to pinpoint the reason too: Janelle, the camp director, and her incredible staff. We really weren't expecting any accommodations, but/and Jenelle and all the counselors quickly realized what my son needed, put some changes in place for him, and connected with him in an amazing way. My son was so happy and he learned that he can fun with less structure, be safe with new people, and make new friends. I'm gushing, I know, but this summer was super-special and I couldn't let it go unnoted.

In 3 weeks at the camp, a child called my child "brown", another child threw pizza at her after she…read moredefended herself from his verbal attacks, another child grabbed her by the wrist. Thank God my child has a strong sense of self and knows how to verbally and physically defend herself. With that being said, this is not how I want her to spend her summer. Summer camp should be a place where a child relaxes, and not where she develops defensive techniques from verbal and physical attacks. Stay AWAY!!! To the parents of these bullies, DO BETTER. These types of behavior are learned and fostered at home. Update: I met with the Director and Associate Director of the program and they informed me that 2/3 kids that were involved in the incidences were expelled. The last child was 4 year olds and not fully aware of what he was doing. I was happy that the administration did not dismiss what was going on and acted swiftly.

my girls have been with LGA since they were babies and we love it! they will be attending until…read morethey are too old to

My 3 girls go to this daycare/school. I was very nervous putting my twins anywhere as I was a stay…read moreat home mom their first 2 years. I needn't have worried. The girls are all treated like they are family there. All the teachers/aides/staff know their names. The girls run in and give them hugs. The teachers are amazing. My kids are learning both English, Spanish & sign language. They include math in almost every lesson but make it fun. The girls love going everyday and I don't worry (as much) about them while I'm at work. I'm so glad I chose this place to help me watch/teach/raise my kids.

"Farm Fresh Eggs, Home Raised & Hand Gathered" I've been wanting to try these farm fresh eggs for a…read morewhile. I think they opened in Fall or Summer 2019. If you've ever eaten super fresh eggs, then you know there's a considerable difference from supermarket eggs -- even the organic and free range eggs that you can buy in a supermarket. Cedar Gate Farm eggs are excellent (or woohoo as good as it gets). I bought 2 dozen for $12.00 ($6.00 each). Definitely worth it, IMHO. Excellent flavor! An egg farmer once explained to me that a fresh egg has a firm jelly-like white when cracked opened, and an egg with a watery white is not fresh. The store is small, adorable and clean located on a real farm in Denville, NJ. You can see the goats, chickens and other animals roaming around. I love what they did with their property. They put a ton of work into it and it's meticulously maintained. They have a few other items, but I was really only interested in the eggs and they didn't disappoint. They have a few vegetables, homemade pickles, goat cheese, honey, jam, country-style gifts, a small selection of candy, etc. I think I saw a sign for pie, but don't recall seeing any -- maybe sold out.

From the owner: Visit Cedar Gate Farm, a charming small-scale farm offering farm-fresh eggs, homemade sourdough…read morebread, and natural honey. Experience our educational farm tours and get up close with our farm animals. Ideal for families and those who love a genuine farm experience with a touch of rustic charm.

We recently celebrated our daughters' 1st and 5th birthdays here, and we couldn't have had a better…read moreexperience! The guests had an amazing time. The staff was absolutely wonderful. They were so friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the entire event. The facility was incredibly clean, organized, and well-maintained, and all of the kids loved the play space. From the initial planning stages to the day of the party, the entire process was seamless. Communication was excellent, and everything was handled so professionally and efficiently. What really stood out was how helpful the staff was, they even assisted us with loading everything into our cars at the end of the party! The decorations were beautiful and exceeded our expectations, making the party feel so special. The food was also delicious. We are so grateful for such a memorable celebration. Highly recommend for anyone planning a children's birthday party or just to visit!

Took my toddler here and had the best time! My toddler is a bit cautious trying new things so I…read moreloved that I could go everywhere she wanted to go for play while she got more comfortable. She absolutely loved the slides! We went on a really busy day so when things got overwhelming for her, we were thankful for the toddler section where she could play calm. The staff was so friendly and the facility was very clean for how many children were there. I loved that they had other activities for kids who might not like the playground area or to just decompress for a few minutes in a calmer environment. We didn't get food but everyone's smoothies looked so delicious I will definitely be getting one next time. This was the perfect spot for my little one to get her energy out and I will definitely come back!

A welcoming, family friendly, affordable and safe space for children in Essex County for over 50…read moreyears. Field trips, swimming, lunch included. Ages 5-10.