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Subscription Boxes

January 26, 2022 by Amy Sullivan

Need some inspiration? We have tried every subscription box out there and have narrowed it down to a few of our favs. See below for a comprehensive list of some of the best boredom busters out there? 

Young Wild and Friedman

This is a great option for kids of all ages. ZERO mommy effort. No instructions or steps, just open and let them play. Each month is a new theme that pushes creativity and imagination. This is true Mom bliss in a box. Play dough for days. 

The 411: $35 a month (SO well spent!); have boxes curated for both girls and boys. Check the website as well as you can find a la carte items such as sensory bins, fun foams, and sands all with a cute theme. The cute boxes help keep you organized. 

subscription box@youngwildandfriedman

 

Universal Yums

Eating with a light read! Junk food options from all over the world–each month a different country! This is perfect for those who want to travel and have all the experiences, but aren’t quite there yet. The box comes with an informational packet on the country–complete with a fun quiz. Eat and rate the food. So easy! Some recent travels include South Korea, and Greece. 

The 411: Boxes range from $15-$38 dollars. The Super Yum box is a great deal.

@universalyums

 

KiwiCo

They make it on every list and there is a reason for that. These boxes are great. They require more parent involvement but it’s pretty stress free! It’s a mixture of STEM and arts/craft projects. Great for one on one time with your child without having to read a novel. 

The 411:$17.50 a month plus shipping (but search for discount codes!)

KiwiCo@kiwico_inc

 

Yoto club

This will become your new obsession! Yoto reads stories to kids, plays podcasts and music all centered around the idea of no screens or extra technology. How it works: a card that has a book loaded onto it gets inserted into a player and then someone reads a book out loud.The club sends you two new book cards a month–let the kids pick from a selection and then they come. 

The 411: $9.99 a month or $99 for the year

@yotoplay

 

Pipsticks Kids Club

Monthly envelopes that are filled with colorful and unique stickers! Sign us up! Do you remember the days of sticker books? While our kids don’t quite do that these days, this is the closest thing to mimicking that joy! Great for art projects, decorating and making awesome postcards. Your kids will run off and start creating things right away. ZERO mommy effort at all. 

The 411: $17.95 a month or petite pack $11.95 a month

Pipsticks@lovepipsticks

 

Honorable mentions

MEL Science kits

Super cool BUT lots of directions for parents so that’s why they make honorable mention. Great boxes for your chemist at heart, not ideal to have around young kids. It’s 8+ and they mean it.

The 411: $25.90 a month

@melscience

 

Happi Crafts Brain Changer Letter Box

These themed boxes come with a hefty price tag, but are so worth it if you have kids learning to read or do letter recognition. These seasonal kits are beautiful and fun. The maker is a resin play artist who makes fun tools for kids to learn letters. 

The 411: Boxes range from $40-$70 per box.

@happi_crafts

 

TokyoTreat Box

Another great light reading and junk food box but this one is exclusive to Tokyo. Super fun items each month and always includes a fun toy that the kids love. Lots of US brands like Oreo’s and Kitkats but the flavors featured in Tokyo, like strawberry milk flavored Kit Kat. They always include a fun soda as well, definitely not a healthy box, but a fun one!

The 411: $31.50 a month 

@tokyotreat

 

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It is time to ring in the New Year and welcome 202 It is time to ring in the New Year and welcome 2023! Read on for some activities in the neighborhood. Some are family friendly and some are adults only! We have you covered for whatever type of celebration you plan. 

Check out the rest of our Lower Manhattan options on our blog: https://fidifamilies.com/nye-in-nyc/

🥂 @watermarkny has created a winter wonderland and families can take part in the Santa Clause Experience which is being offered on New Year’s Eve. Tickets include hot cocoa, a visit with the man himself, hand warmers, and a souvenir Santa hat. Tickets start at $30. Or you could book your own igloo if going with a group or tack on brunch which is also being offered 🥂 @tribecagrill is hosting a NYE party in their iconic space. Great music and dining will be found here. Dine and dance the night away. Reservations after 9 pm grants a table for the whole evening. If you like you can bring the kids (under 12 is ½ price). $175 per guest for what sounds like a fun evening.
🥂 @ledistrict is hosting a party! You can book open bar tickets here. Tickets for open bar only at $105 and dinner plus open bar is $195. 

And if you have night owls and are up at midnight why not head to Battery Park esplanade to watch the fireworks over the Statue of Liberty. Truly a bucket list activity for sure! 💥
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Get into the Holiday Spirit with two beloved classic tales! A Sherlock Carol is a heart-warming holiday “who done it,” complete with suspense and sprinkled with a ton of holiday cheer! 

When a grownup Tiny Tim asks Sherlock Holmes to investigate the peculiar death of Ebenezer Scrooge, the Great Detective must use his tools of deduction to solve the crime. All while taking place on Christmas Eve and being visited by spirits from the past, present and future! 
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A holiday must-see that’s perfect for all ages! 
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Limited engagement playing now through January 1, 2023. 
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A Sherlock Carol 
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