The Toddler Years: What To Expect In The 2s, 3s and 4s

Spoiler alert: The "terrible twos" aren't always as terrible as you'd think.

Who's Irvington's Best Mom? Nominate A Mom Of The Year

Think your mom is the best mom in Dobbs Ferry and Hastings-on-Hudson? Tell us why.

Where To Splash Down Near The River Towns

Beaches, lakes and streams are plentiful in the Hudson Valley.

Fun Day Trips Near The River Towns

The website known as The Crazy Tourist recently listed the 15 most interesting towns to visit in New York State.

It's Time To Make Plans For Summer Camp

There are several highly rated summer camps in and near the river towns.

Family Fun Near The River Towns

There are plenty of museums and activity centers to keep kids entertained and learning during the winter months.

Westchester Native Mark Zuckerberg, Wife Announces Birth of Daughter

The Facebook founder also pledges to donate 99% of his company shares to help “advance human potential and promote equality.”

New York One of the Worst States to Have a Baby, Report Says

The Empire State is ranked in the bottom 10 on WalletHub's "Best and Worst States to Have a Baby" survey. Surprised?

What Are New York's Top Baby Names?

These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?

At Irvington Public Library: Important Legal Documents For Parents Of Young Children

Wills, Living Wills, Advance Directives, Power of Attorney, Guardianship, Health Care Proxy, Children, Minors, Legal Protection

Westchester 3rd Most Costly Place in U.S. to Raise a Family

new study's findings not a surprise but still depressing

Don't Miss: New York Air Show Aug. 29-30 in New Windsor

It's a quick trip to Stewart International Airport for demonstrations, exhibits, displays, simulators and more in the air and on the ground!

'Extremely Excited:' Zuckerburg, Chan Expecting Baby Girl

Facebook's CEO made a special announcement on his page.

GiGi's Playhouse Grand Opening Saturday in Ardsley

The Down syndrome education and therapy center will serve Westchester and Fairfield counties.

The Westchester Children's Museum Opens Today

The long-awaited hands-on learning space opens for the summer on the boardwalk in Rye.

41st Annual 'Bicycle Sundays' Kicks Off May 3

Each Sunday through the summer, part of the Bronx River Parkway is closed to cars to make way for bikers, joggers, skaters and walkers.

41st Annual 'Bicycle Sundays' Kicks Off May 3

Each Sunday through the summer, part of the Bronx River Parkway is closed to cars to make way for bikers, joggers, skaters and walkers.

Looking For A Different Approach to After-School?

Our artists and outdoor educators encourage children to explore the natural world, build skills and create art with natural materials! Cool!

Puppy Love: 'National Puppy Day' Photo Gallery

Patch readers from around the Hudson Valley shared photos of their favorite pups in honor of National Puppy Day yesterday.

It's National Puppy Day: Call for Photos

Share your photos for a Patch Pets gallery; if you're thinking of getting one, try the SPCA of Westchester or one of the area shelters.

Day Camps Say Goodbye to Counselors-in-Training & Hello to Leaders-in-Training

JCC on the Hudson Country Day Camp & Others Offer L.I.T. Option for 14-15 Year Old Campers

New Schedule for Hastings PTSA Used Book Fair

Due to Thursday's snow day.

MAPLE SUGARING PARTY

Nature. Outdoors. Family. Kids. Fun at the Greenburgh Nature Center.

Greenburgh Resident - and Civil Rights Advocate - Dr. Olivia Hooker Celebrates 100th Birthday

Among other impressive accomplishments, Hooker U.S. Coast Guard in WWII, became the first African-American female to serve in active duty.

Day Camps Say Goodbye to Counselors-in-Training & Hello to Leaders-in-Training

JCC on the Hudson Country Day Camp offers L.I.T. positions, a value-added summer "job" for 14-15 year old Westchester campers.

And The Winner Of The Patch Cute-Off Is...

Bears in the snow? The new Gerber baby? Otters at the park? There's only one winner.

PepsiCo Grant Buys Freightliner Truck for The Food Bank for Westchester

The new truck allows the food bank to double the amount of food it receives from retail locations while also improving efficiency.

UJA-Federation of New York Honors Westchester's Karen S.W. Friedman

Friedman received the Spirit of Peggy Award for embodying the values and contributions of Peggy Tishman, communal leader and philanthropist.

Food Bank for Westchester Receives $75,000 Grant from Walmart

Walmart has local locations in Mohegan Lake and White Plains.

Sign Up for Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run Dec. 13 at Purchase

The money raised will go to research treatment and cures for arthritis, this country's leading cause of disability.

Westchester Residents Pat Quinn and Anthony Senerchia Honored by ALS Association Greater New York Chapter

New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter was on hand for the charity benefit, which raised $1,000,000 to fight ALS.

SPCA Rescues 50 Dogs from High-Kill Shelters

The shelter will hold an Adoption Extravaganza Nov. 8 at its campus in Briarcliff Manor.

Westchester Attorney Completes New York City Marathon for Charity

Lydia S. Antoncic ran in the TCS New York City Marathon for the Marfan Foundation in memory of her ex-husband Rich Ciacci of New Rochelle.

Ardsley Literary Lions Win Second Place in County-Wide Battle of the Books Competition

Congratulations to Malik Aaron Bradford, Maxine Tjaden, Alex Lalli, and Liam Amouzou.

MHA Westchester Announces 2014 Honorees

Three outstanding individuals will be honored at MHA's annual benefit on Friday, October 24.

Reconstructionist Synagogue Names New Rabbi

First time ordained rabbi who lives nearby

This Westchester Native is Helping Reshape the World

Whitney Johnson, who founded a charity at age 21, is in Geneva, Switzerland this week at an initiative of the World Economic Forum.

Tweet Your Support of #HumanitarianHeroes on World Humanitarian Day

Today is World Humanitarian Day, a day to honor those who put their lives in danger to help people in need across the globe.

NY Scouts Invite Boys to Build an Adventure

Westchester, Rockland and Putnam County Boy Scouts are actively seeking new members for their Scouting programs.

ALS 'Ice Bucket Challenge' Co-Creator Pat Quinn of Westchester Appears on 'GMA'

Yonkers resident Pat Quinn, who has been diagnosed with ALS, helped create the challenge with friends Pete and Julie Frates.