Family Fun — So Much to See at New Jersey’s Museums

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Walk through the doors of New Jersey’s world-class museums, and find yourself transported into an arts and cultural mecca of learning and discovery. Explore our acclaimed special exhibitions and enriching programs for children and adults. Newark The Newark Museum is New Jersey’s largest museum, offering outstanding collections, programs and educational resources in its multi-building campus located in … Continued

New Jersey Baseball: A Lesson in Our History

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From Alexander Cartwright to Derek Jeter, some of baseball’s most important figures have ties to the Garden State. Alexander Cartwright is the father of baseball. In 1845, he developed the basic rules of the game as we now know it. On September 23, he organized the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club of New York. The members of the … Continued

Happy Birthday, New Jersey! 350 Years and Counting

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By Susan Heckler We may complain and point out all of her faults, but New Jersey is looking pretty good for 350 years old. 1664 is the year today’s state began to be called New Jersey, although in an earlier form. King Charles II of England awarded the Isle of Jersey to his brother James, … Continued

First-time Parent? There Are Apps for That.

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We’ve gathered our 4 favorite apps for new parents to help them with their little bundle of joy 1. My Baby Today (iPhone and Android, free) includes helpful checklists, suggested activities for baby each week, care and feeding advice, answers to “Is this normal?” questions and a photo album, too. 2.  Baby Milestones 1st Year (iPhone/iPad, $1.99) provides physical, intellectual, … Continued

QUESTION: How do I know if I have flat feet?

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If you have flat feet, you are among 20-30% of the population. The foot is an intricate structure containing 26 bones with thirty-three joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles and multiple tendons that hold the structure together. Having flat feet can also be called fallen arches. The tendons attach at the heel and foot bones to … Continued