THE LEGO® MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART Mini-Room Experience is Coming to New Jersey!

Everything is awesome! If you follow The Jersey Momma, then you know I LOVE anything LEGO. So you can imagine how excited I was to hear about THE LEGO® MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART Mini-Room, a traveling experience like no other! Read on for more details and to hear about the new movie!

Simple Vanilla Muffins

Here's a delicious, simple muffin recipe that's great for breakfast, brunch or even dessert! Simple Vanilla Muffins are one of my favorite treats to bake!

A Dog's Way Home: Movie Review and Giveaway!

Have you heard about A Dog's Way Home? It opens in theaters nationwide on January 11th, and I know all of my dog-loving friends are going to want to see it! It's based on the book A Dog's Way Home by W. Bruce Cameron. Read on to learn more about the movie and for a fun little giveaway!

Want to Be a LEGOLAND New York Kid Reporter? Find Out How!

LEGOLAND New York has some big news! They're looking for a few awesome KID REPORTERS to help spread the word about their amazing new theme park, coming to New York in 2020. Do you think you're up for the task? Read on!

Branchburg Sports Complex: Laser Tag, Arcade, Parties, and So Much More! Let's Visit!

Have you ever played laser tag at Branchburg Sports Complex? How about soccer or flag football? If you have, then you know what a fun place it is. It's no secret that Branchburg Sports Complex is one of my favorite local businesses. If you're looking for a review or wondering what's inside, I'm here to tell you all about why I love Branchburg Sports Complex and what you can do there. It's so much more than just 'sports!'

**After you read all about it, scroll below and enter to win a Branchburg Sports Complex Prize Pack, too!**

The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark is Opening in the Catskills!

Have you heard about The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Water Park? Omg, I have to tell you all about it!! This BRAND NEW resort and water park is opening soon in New York State! A short ride from most areas of New Jersey, this new resort will begin taking reservations as of January 10th. Read on to learn more!

PonyCycle Ride-On Pony Review: Is it Worth It?

I am always on the lookout for the latest and greatest toys, especially ones that make good gifts (we're always looking for gift ideas, right?). Well, I found one of the best ride-on toys out there, and it's called PonyCycle!

The Jersey Momma Year in Review 2018

2018 has come to a close, and I must admit, I'm a little sad to see it go! What a great year it's been! Once again, I'm so proud of how far this blog has come, and I am humbled by every person who reads it. It has always been my greatest wish to help others with this blog, to provide honest opinions and a safe resource for families to come to when looking for advice, reviews, recipes and more.

Check out my 2018 highlights below, especially if you're new to the blog. There might be some posts you haven't read or some recipes or reviews you want to revisit. Happy New Year, everyone! I can't wait to share 2019 with you. I already have BIG plans in store (*claps hands enthusiastically*)!

Hersheypark Announces Expansion: Hershey's Chocolatetown Opening 2020!

Hersheypark is expanding! The plans for Hershey's Chocolatetown were unveiled today in a fun social media reveal by Hersheypark. What can you expect from this expansion, happening in 2020? Read on for more details!

Winter Boredom Busters for Kids

Winter can be so much fun for kids, but it can also get boring pretty quickly, especially on sub-zero days when you literally can't go outside. So I've compiled some ideas for indoor winter fun (that don't take too much planning or effort).  Think Spring!

Easy Overnight Stuffed French Toast

If you're looking for an easy stuffed french toast recipe, look no further! This is a recipe that I make every Christmas Eve to enjoy Christmas morning, but it's good any time of year and tastes amazing. Plus it's easy, easy, easy! You know I'm all about the ease.

A Review of The Crayola Experience in Easton, PA - Enter to Win Tickets!

If you're looking for a fun day trip not far outside of New Jersey, Crayola Experience (formerly known as The Crayola Factory) in Easton, Pennsylvania, might be for you!  They're open year round, so this is a great stop in any season. There are multiple Crayola Experiences around the country, but the Easton location is closest to us. This article is designed for easy viewing, so check subject headings and scroll to find the info you need (time is precious and there are a lot of words here, I know!). So read on for my Crayola Experience review!

**This month, enter to win a family 4 pack of tickets to Crayola Experience in Easton, PA! Scroll below for the contest!!

Minecraft Books for Kids: Inspiring Reluctant Readers

Minecraft has truly taken the world by storm, and there's no better way to inspire young readers than with subjects they love. But if you search any book site for Minecraft fiction, your choices are a bit overwhelming! So I've narrowed down some of the best Minecraft series we've read so far (and believe me, we've read many over here). I've also included Amazon affiliate links throughout, in case you'd like to purchase some of them yourself (you can read about my affiliate connection on my disclosure page). If you like this post, you can also read my other reviews,  More Minecraft Books for Kids: Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and Minecraft Comics for Kids.

Winter Day Trip Ideas in New Jersey and Beyond: Indoor Winter Fun in NJ

Winter day trip ideas are a big topic of a discussion on message boards and in Facebook groups. It's hard to figure out where to take the kids when the weather is bad. Finding fun indoor play ideas is hard enough, but entertaining kids on the weekend or during a vacation when it's too cold to do anything else, well, that ain't easy! So here's a list of over 25 fun things to do in and around The Garden State during the winter months. From play mazes to museums, I've got ya covered!