Macaroni KID Hopewell-Wappingers-Fishkill NY

07/21/2025

📵 Been a little MIA this week… because I’ve been literally off the grid — unplugged, sun-soaked, and semi-sane while sailing to the Bahamas with the whole crew (yes, all 5 kids + grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins too 😅).

Highly recommend sailing out of NJ if you’re a big family — zero airport meltdowns, no lost luggage, and best of all: no paying a small fortune for 7 plane tickets. 🙌

Parenting on a boat is basically regular parenting, but with:
• Less Wi-Fi and more “Why is someone crying again?” Or "when will I have Internet again?"
• Snack stashes hidden like pirate treasure 🏴‍☠️
• Tantrums echoing beautifully across open water 🌬️
• Sibling disputes handled via rock-paper-scissors or whoever falls overboard first (just kidding… mostly)

We swam with dolphins, we napped (some of us), and we partied until midnight, and made memories that we’ll cherish forever! ❤️🛳️

Sharing a couple of photos before jumping back in filling up the August calendars and sharing all the family-fun and summer adventures in Dutchess County again with you all! I'm baaaack! ⛵🌴

07/20/2025

💙 Y’ALL. IT. DROPPED. 💙
Not to be dramatic, but this Slurpee and Mini Melts Ice Cream collab is basically the main character of the summer. Try it today with your Blue Raz Bae!

Go to our store locator and find a participating 7 Eleven or Speedway near you.
http://bit.ly/44NlS8h

07/11/2025

💙 Self-discovery, friendship, and a chart-topping soundtrack? The Smurfs just got a serious upgrade.

See the smurfy new movie only in theaters July 18. Get your tickets today https://www.smurfs.movie/

07/10/2025

The only thing better than a delish MiniMelts Blue Raz Slurpee? A FREE one.

MiniMelts and 7-Eleven just dropped their Blue Raz Slurpee collab and are celebrating with a sweet giveaway!

Enter today at on Instagram

07/06/2025

Summer fun doesn’t have to break the bank ☀️ Biggest tip this summer? Use ShopBack to earn up to 30% Cashback on Amazon, Best Buy, Uniqlo, Walmart & more!

It’s free to use, and new users get a $20 sign up bonus with code KIDS20 at https://bit.ly/sbkids20.

Got a go-to summer money-saving tip? Drop it in the comments so we can all spend smarter!

07/03/2025

One of the absolute joys of summer break is watching our kids dive into new experiences. Whether it’s at camp, in a summer class, or just trying something different, these are the moments that shape their memories—and ours.

They learn to swim, make new friends, play games we’ve long forgotten, take chances, be brave, and explore the world with wide-eyed wonder. As a parent, there’s nothing quite like seeing summer through their eyes. It brings back our own childhood memories—sunny days, scraped knees, and that magical feeling of endless possibilities.

This week, my little one laced up her ballet slippers and proudly stepped into her very first dance class. She absolutely loved it—thanks to the kind and talented team at 🩰 Watching her twirl with such joy reminded me why we say “yes” to new adventures.

If you’re looking for fun ways to fill your child’s summer with magical moments like this, Macaroni KID Dutchess County is your go-to. From camps and classes to local events and hidden gems, it’s packed with ideas to keep your kids engaged, active, and smiling all summer long. Let the adventures begin! 🌞💫

07/03/2025

These summer faves are tried, tested, and on sale 🤑 And the best part? You can earn up to $6 Cashback on Amazon orders when you shop through ShopBack for a limited time only!

👉 New to ShopBack? Get a $20 sign up bonus with code KIDS20 or https://bit.ly/sbkids20.

07/03/2025

Yay!! It's opened 🛝
Ribbon cutting on Tuesday!

07/02/2025

Remember your summer adventures? Now it’s their turn. The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 gives them room to explore—and lets you know where they are. It’s the same summer fun, with smarter tools. Buy now. https://vz.to/mckd625q2a

07/01/2025

I’ve been seeing so many questions in moms groups lately from parents looking for ways to keep their babies and toddlers active and entertained this summer, you’re not alone!

Just wanted to reshare this super helpful guide full of local Mommy & Me classes and activities in Dutchess County. From music and movement to gymnastics, dance, and more — there’s something for every Little one (and their grown-up sidekick)! 🎶🤸‍♀️💃

Check it out here ➡️ https://hopewelljunction.macaronikid.com/articles/682689d587b3381738f1c0c5/mommy-and-me-classes-and-activities-in-dutchess-county
Perfect way to burn energy and make memories. 💛

Let’s face it: parenting is a full-contact sport. And while chasing a toddler around does burn calories (someone give us the Fitbit data already), some…

07/01/2025

Today, we celebrated our crazy Maggie Mae's 2nd birthday! 🎂 🐶

In honor of our favorite fur-babies, tell me - where are your favorite dog-friendly places to go in Dutchess County in the summer? Now that this ball of energy is starting to finally chill out a bit, I'd love to start venturing out with her more!

06/30/2025

Full-time housekeeper? Private chef? Yeah, right.
But summer camp? That we can do.
They get fun with friends, you get a breather.
Find your perfect summer win >> https://hopewelljunction.macaronikid.com//directory/category/623a084d4aa4f27ce8606e46/2025-summer-camp-guide