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Basil, Lavender, Tarragon and More Herbs to Spice Up Your Summer Menu

Summer cooking should be simple and easy–the less the oven has to be on, the better, as far as we’re concerned. Fresh local produce and bright, clean flavors are all hallmarks of our favorite summer recipes. Herbs, which are the easiest things to grow, even for those with less-than-green thumbs, are an excellent way to expand your culinary

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Apple Seeds

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 10 West 25th Street, New York, US Website: appleseedsplay.com Phone: 212.792.7590 “If I am really going to show my kids a good time and it’s a yucky day outside, I take them to a fantastic indoor play space in Chelsea called Apple Seeds,” says mom Zandy Hartig. “It is clean, cheerful, aesthetically pleasing, and

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The First Family Celebrates Their Daughter’s Birthday And July 4th With Military Families

Along with honoring Independence Day this week, the Obamas also celebrated the 15th birthday of their daughter Malia. “Happy birthday America (and Malia)! Feeling so blessed to share it with family, friends, and inspiring military families,” posted Michelle Obama on her Instagram. The first family celebrated the nation’s and Malia’s birthday on the South Lawn of the White House with military

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East River State Park

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 90 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, US Website: http://nysparks.com Phone: 718 782 2731 This seven-acre park in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood is known by locals as the Waterfront and is made up simply of concrete, grass, a dock, and a stage. But altogether, this spot is more than the sum of its parts. On summer Saturdays, the

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Alicia Silverstone Launches Breast Milk Sharing Program for Vegan Moms

Last week, actress Alicia Silverstone announced a new breast milk sharing initiative titled “Kind Mama Milk Share” on her blog The Kind Life. Silverstone, who is well-known for her animal rights activism and organic, vegan lifestyle, launched the program to aid vegan mothers who have difficulty nursing. Inspired by a conversation she had with a friend who could not produce enough

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Alicia Silverstone Launches Breast Milk Sharing Program for Vegan Moms

Last week, actress Alicia Silverstone announced a new breast milk sharing initiative titled “Kind Mama Milk Share” on her blog The Kind Life. Silverstone, who is well-known for her animal rights activism and organic, vegan lifestyle, launched the program to aid vegan mothers who have difficulty nursing. Inspired by a conversation she had with a friend who could not produce enough

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