October 2015 Table of Contents

Check out our October 2015 issue, which includes birthday party hacks, solutions to your biggest Halloween problems, and the joys of the local toy store. Plus, monster marshmallow treat recipes, a crown DIY, what's new on DVD in October, and our guides to pumpkin picking and Halloween activities.

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FEATURE ARTICLES

Best Party Ever

PhotoOp NYC

Six hacks to make party plannine easier on you

Party Ideas from Local Bloggers

Five area parents share theme and decoration ideas from their kids' parties

Birthday Party Resources

Browse our guide to local birthday party stores, resources, and entertainment

Your Halloween Problems, Solved!

Easy solutions to eight scary Halloween situations

Monstrous 'Mallows

Three marshmallow recipes for easy-to-make Halloween sweet treats

The Joys of the Local Toy Store

Why you should shop in the neighborhood mom-and-pop toy shop

FUN & ACTIVITIES

Media Matters: New on DVD & Streaming

Common Sense Media shares its three picks for new-to-DVD movies in October, plus a preview of Pan

DIY Corner: Reversible Felt Crown

An easy DIY to complete a Halloween costume and for imaginary play

Holiday House

The historic Burr Homestead in downtown Fairfield, CT, is home to beloved Halloween and Christmas event, as well as a 'secret' backyard

Family Activities Calendar

Find tons of fun things to do in your area in October by searching our comprehensive calendar of kid and family events.

Where to Pick Pumpkins

Local farms that offer pumpkin picking, plus seasonal produce, baked goods, and more!

Haunted Houses, Corn Mazes, and Pumpkin Activities

Local haunts for all of your spooky and not-so-scary Halloween fun

CONNECTIONS

Voices: 'Where's Mommy?'

A single father on answering his son's tough questions

Quotables

The best of the web this month, including inspiring, thoughtful, and funny Instagrams, tweets, and other posts from area parents.

NYMP Q&A: The Substitute 'Edu-tainer'

A former arts teacher and current substitute teacher shares her experiences and what it's like to be a sub teaching in New York City public schools

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