New Jersey's 10 Best Spray Parks/Splash Pads

Nothing cools down a steamy July or August afternoon like a spray park and trust us, some of these are worth driving to:

Unquarantined: June 25-27 Weekend Fun Near Middlesex County

From a Firefly Festival at Terhune Orchards in Princeton to live comedy in Edison, we've got all the fun happenings nearby:

Woodbridge Arbor Day/Earth Day Saturday: All The Events

Here's the schedule of the toy exchange, Blue Acres tour and raffle giveaways from 9-1 p.m. Saturday, Town Hall parking lot:

Pools Around Woodbridge: Where To Swim This Summer

With summer just around the corner, here are the best pools, private swim clubs, spray parks and even lakes and beaches near Woodbridge, NJ:

Woodbridge Summer Camp Guide 2021

Let's plan summer! The most comprehensive round-up of kids' summer camps in Woodbridge/the greater Woodbridge area:

Woodbridge Toy Exchange, Earth Day Festival May 1 At Town Hall

Come for the free tree seedlings, tours of Blue Acres sites in Woodbridge, a children's toy exchange, Mother's Day photos and more. 9-1 p.m.

Carteret's Own Hip-Hop Artist CONY Gives Mental Health Talk

Rapper CONY will give a talk and concert about mental health at 6 p.m. April 15 online. It is geared towards teens 16 and up.

More Indoor Visits Allowed At NJ Long-Term Care Facilities

Gov. Murphy announced Monday that more people can visit loved ones indoors at long-term care facilities, even without being vaccinated.

Woodbridge Reporting Dozens Of New COVID Cases In Children

"This proves that COVID is not just impacting elderly people like in the early months of March, April and May," said Mayor John McCormac.

Woodbridge Man With Cerebral Palsy Votes For First Time

Dylan Zacche, 21, was elated to see North Carolina Congressman Madison Cawthorn win. "Someone like me is up there," he said.

Woodbridge Opens Highland Grove Youth Center In Fords

The teen center at 70 Highland Terrace will be open 12:30 - 6 p.m. Monday-Friday. They have foosball, Wii gaming, PS4 and free WiFi.

Woodbridge Hosts Drive-In Movie June 26: 'Toy Story 2'

"Toy Story 2" will be screened from the Woodbridge Community Center parking lot. You must register your car in advance on Community Pass.

Woodbridge Reopens Playgrounds, Basketball Courts

Woodbridge Township is one of the first towns in New Jersey to reopen playgrounds and basketball courts.

Woodbridge Summer Camps Will Resume July 6

Officials say the Club at Woodbridge and local gyms should reopen around that same time. Also, will more outdoor dining come to Woodbridge?

Salute Your 2020 Woodbridge Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

Let us know as much about your graduate as you'd like and be sure to send them a special message!

Avenel Boy, Cancer Survivor, Honored During Rutgers Game

Ryan Terebetsky, 8, loves being outdoors, playing on his Little League baseball team and cheering on his 13-year-old sister, Abigail.

Games @ the Woodbridge Main Library: Unique Games

Our Tabletop Gaming Group will be meeting in the Woodbridge Main Library's 2nd Floor on Saturday, February 29, from 12 - 4 PM!

Games at the Library: Grab Bag

Join the Woodbridge Library's tabletop Gaming Group on Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 12 - 3 PM.

Woodbridge Dad Asks Cop To Pull Son Over In 'Teachable Moment'

A Woodbridge father of three teaches his son not to fear the police. "They are only doing their job and want to go home at night, like us."

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Summer Camp at The Gateway Family YMCA

Register Now

YMCA 7th Grade Leaders Club

Free program at The Gateway Family YMCA

After School Program Registration Begins May 1

At The Gateway Family YMCA, After School Kids Find Their Full Potential

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

YMCA Spring II Program Registration begins 4/8

Register at The Gateway Family YMCA

Membership Madness Open House

Visit the YMCA March 22 - 25

Woodbridge Police Officer Responds To 911 Call For Lost Bear

A rookie Woodbridge police officer is being recognized after he helped a teenage boy with autism find his missing teddy bear.

Woodbridge Public Library celebrates STEM Month & NJ Makers Day

Celebrate Makers Day with the Woodbridge Public Library!

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Middlesex County CASA Volunteers Needed

Join our next information session on Saturday, April 6 from 10-11 a.m. and learn what it takes to be an advocate for a child in foster care.

YMCA Summer Camp Open House

Visit The Gateway Family YMCA

YMCA Membership Special

Join with No Joiner Fee

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

YMCA Winter Program Session

Register now for Winter Programs

YMCA Winter Program Registration

Register now www.tgfymca.org/register

YMCA Membership Special

Join The Gateway Family YMCA

Games @ the Library: Family Games!

Have fun playing tabletop games @ the Woodbridge Main Library!

YMCA Family Fun Pass

Membership Special at The Gateway Family YMCA

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

YMCA Fall II Program Registration

Fall II Programs begin 10/29

JDRF OneWalk, Avon-by-the-Sea

Walk with us and turn Type 1 into Type None.

October Is Bullying Prevention Month

Woodbridge, we want to hear from you: Do you have a story to tell about bullying or cyberbullying, or an event to publicize? Email us.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Author Eric Velasquez!

Meet award-winning Author & Illustrator Eric Velasquez @ the Woodbridge Public Library!

Games @ the Main Library

Stop by the Woodbridge Main Library to enjoy some fun games & meet your neighbors!

Forum Shares How To Speak To Children About Medical Marijuana

N.J.-based parents and medical marijuana advocates will share their knowledge at this Sept. 24 event.