Hot Topics: Scarsdale and surrounding area students are getting ready to test their math skills while raising funds for local schools at Mathnasium's 5th Annual TriMathlon contest. This fun-filled math competition will be taking place locally at Mathnasium of Scarsdale, 747 White Plains Road, Scarsdale, New York on Saturday, October 17, 2015. Read more…

Movies: The Intern stars Robert De Niro as 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker who discovers that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway) KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Harmony M (age 16) comments, “Add The Intern to your list of "must-watch" movies because this delightful comedy beats all expectations.” Mia A. (age 11) adds, “I love the relationship between Jules and Ben because it is realistic and heartwarming.  Ben is funny without trying to be, is friendly and kind and would make a very good grandpa or Dad. “  See their full reviews below. Read more…

Movies: In this gripping true story set during the height of the Cold War, American chess prodigy Bobby Fischer (Tobey Maguire) finds himself caught between two superpowers when he challenges the Soviet Empire. […] Read more…

Parties: Celebrate Halloween with a recipe that is a cross between a dessert and a craft – it’s an edible decoration! Try a variety of Halloween cookie cutter designs and use different candy colors. This is a recipe your kids are going to enjoy making! Spellbound Treats make great decorations or a fun treat to send home with your Halloween party guests. Read more…

Holidays: Any trip up (or down) the Taconic, Saw Mill or Bronx River Parkway is sure to offer great leaf-peeping opportunities. Or head towards the Bear Mountain Bridge on Rte. 202 for a panoramic view of trees surrounding the river. Other prime foliage spots are. Read more…

Hot Topics: There is an old theatre joke about the unlikely prospects of making a hit musical out of the stories of Shalom Aleichem. Of course, that became Fiddler on the Roof, which incidentally is having a major revival this fall. The update would be “what are the chances that there would ever be a historical musical about Alexander Hamilton with most of the songs in rap style?” Truth be told … pretty darn good. Read more…

Work & Family: Given its contemporary image featuring boastful Instagram and Facebook posts by celebrities showcasing their flexibility via challenging poses like the handstand scorpion, plus pricey high-end boutiques and intense “power” classes geared toward competitive types, yoga has come far from its Eastern origins, which date back several thousand years. Read more…

Entertainment: At Insectropolis in Toms River, N.J, insects large and small are the main attraction, proudly on display (safely behind glass) for kids and their parents to discover, most likely with equal parts of delight and distaste. Read more…

Child Development: A diagnosis, whether medically or mental health-based, can be overwhelming, worrisome and surprising, particularly if it is for your child. The stigma surrounding mental health is significant but the range of diagnoses is vast, and there are many conditions that are quite common in children. Read more…

Child Development: Tutors offer a wealth of educational resources for students who need remedial work, as well as for those who want academic enrichment and maintenance. To choose the right tutor for your child, consider these 10 tips. Read more…

Holidays: Throughout October, many farms let you scour the fields for your ideal pumpkin, and pick it right off the vine. Some offer more than just a pumpkin patch, with fall festivals featuring live music, natural and delicious food, hayrides, spooky haunted houses and more. Picking your own pumpkin is the perfect fall activity that the whole family will enjoy! Read more…

Hot Topics: Every weekend this month there’s a Fall Festival at this family-owned and operated apple orchard from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pick pumpkins in the pumpkin patch then try the bouncy house, pony rides, face painting and hayrides. The farm store offers fresh eggs, milk, produce and of course their homemade apple cider donuts. Every weekend grown-ups can sample the Hardscrabble Cider! Read more…

Hot Topics: Halloween is the season when children dress up as scary ghosts or pretty princesses and enjoy collecting candy. While many children are lucky to have the luxury for such things, some children are not so blessed. Read more…

Nutrition: Coming up with lunch ideas for kids every day can be a difficult task. Before tackling the job, grab a cup of coffee and peruse these helpful hints. They might just ease the process! Read more…