Family travel is more than a break from the daily grind — it’s a chance to make memories, learn together, and share laughs in places you’ve never been before. The beauty of these trips is the mix of excitement and discovery, where every moment becomes a story worth retelling. Whether it’s thrilling rides, exploring history, or connecting with nature, the possibilities are endless.
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Shark Attack 3D Puzzle Model!
Though Sharks are normally fearsome, this Shark has been cute-ified for maximum adorableness. Its teeth are made of cardboard, so you don’t need to worry about getting chomped! A cool 3D puzzle that’s a perfect activity to pass some time and teach a child the art of following instructions, this puzzle by Eugy also contains fun Shark facts to help kids learn while they build! Shark Attack Fun Activity!
Photographed at NY Now in Manhattan
Exploring the Types of TV Shows That a Small Child Will Love

Looking for the best TV show for one small child? It can be like searching through a huge sea of shows, trying to find the right mix of fun and learning. Parents often think hard about what will keep their children happy and also help them learn.
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Sip, Savor, Repeat: The Perks of a Wine by-the-Glass Program

Hey there, wine enthusiasts! If you’re a regular at your local watering hole, you’ve probably noticed that an increasing number of bars are jumping on the wine by-the-glass bandwagon. But what’s the big deal? Why should you care if your favorite spot introduces a wine by the glass program? Well, my friend, we’re about to uncork the benefits and pour out the details on why this trend is a game-changer for both wine lovers and casual drinkers alike.
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The Ant Palace
“This invention relates to educational devices, and has particular reference to an apparatus for facilitating the observation, study and photography of subterranean life, especially the life and habits of insects and smaller animals who live underground.” So began Frank Austin ((1873 – 1964)’s application to the U.S. Patent Office, filed on June 21, 1929, for his storied Ant House (also known as the Ant Farm).
A simple design based on glass panes and soil or sand allowed a curious viewer to observe as ants or other insects furrowed their way through the ground. Word has it that Austin paid local boys $4.00 a quart for ants brought in alive, and that carpenter ants were his preference as they were the largest and most interesting. His patent application consciously stated that that “other objects of the invention reside in the simplicity of construction and mode of use of the device, the economy with which is may be produced and the general efficiency derived therefrom.”
Photographed in Chamber Boutique on 23rd Street, West of 10th Avenue.


