Looking for an activity with your little ones to mark Screen-Free Week (May 4-10)? We've got you covered! From story times to parks and museums, check out our roundup of family-friendly activities to get out of the house, and away from screens!
Hoboken Historical Museum (1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken, NJ)
Head to the Hoboken Historical Museum for its current exhibits "What They Saw: Hoboken’s Amateur Photography Clubs 1889-1934" and "Blooming Hoboken: New Paintings by Bill Curran." Looking for a more hands-on activity? Hoboken Historical Museum hosts Weekly Arts & Crafts Class at the Museum every Thursday, 10 AM - 12 PM, ideal for little ones ages 1-3.
Kids Empire (3131 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Space 10, North Bergen, NJ)
Want to hit the playground but avoid iffy weather? Check out Kids Empire North Bergen for a massive indoor playground. Full of screen-free fun, Kids Empire features slides, mazes, climbing structures, a dedicated toddler area, and more.
Creative Construction Corner - North Bergen Recreation Center & Library (1231 John F. Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ)
Got a little one who wants to create? North Bergen Public Library hosts Creative Construction Corner every Wednesday's and Friday's at 10:30 AM. Kids are welcome to come as a team or build on their own - all materials provided by the library!
Walk the Waterfront (Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ)
Looking to get outside for fresh air, Manhattan views, and some (hopefully) warm weather? Take a stroll along the waterfront, where your little ones will have plenty of opportunities to play at the parks and playgrounds along the way.
Play! Hoboken (1012 Grand Street, FL3 FL2, Hoboken, NJ)
With almost unlimited options of ways to play, Play! Hoboken offers billiards, bowling, golf simulators, board games, ping pong, esports, air hockey, pinball, card games, darts and foosball. You name it, you can almost guarantee that the family-friendly spot has something for you or your kids to do.
Take a Ferry Ride (4800 Ave at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ)
Want to get outside, and outside of Weehawken? Try taking the ferry to Manhattan for a day trip, or even just a ride on the water and back. NY Waterway Ferries provide an easy travel experience to Midtown Manhattan, whether you go for the day or a briefer outing!

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