Memory Making Mama NJ

Memory Making Mama NJ Make memories! Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show.

Lots of friends have asked me where I find out about fun activities for families so I made this page to share my finds.

06/03/2026

🦖🚗 Motherhood is a walk in the park… a Jurassic Park! 🦕✨

If you have dinosaur-loving kids, this New Jersey gem needs to be on your family bucket list! 📍 in Linden, NJ

My kids thought they had arrived at a theme park! 🎢 They posed with giant dinosaurs, stuck their hands in animatronic dino mouths 🦖😂, gave plenty of dino hugs, and kept asking for more pictures. 📸

But the best part? They actually wanted to help clean my car! 🚗🧽 They learned how to use the vacuums, sprays, and towels while turning a regular chore into a hands-on adventure. Watching them work together, learn new skills, and take pride in helping was such a special memory. ❤️

Plus, there’s a free little library 📚, tons of dinosaur photo ops 🦕, and plenty to keep kids entertained while you get your car sparkling clean. ✨

Who knew cleaning the car could become a roaring good family adventure? 🦖🚗💨

Have you visited Dinosaur Car Wash yet?

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06/03/2026

✨💖 Girl mamas, this one is SO worth the quick drive over the bridge into Pennsylvania! 💖✨

If you’re looking for a magical experience your little one will never forget, add to your bucket list! 🌸👑🎀

From the moment we walked into this gorgeous pink floral wonderland, my girls were absolutely enchanted. We enjoyed mini manicures 💅, pedicures 🩷, relaxing facials ✨, princess dress-up 👗, karaoke 🎤, a fashion runway show 🌟, fresh cotton candy 🍭, and even customized our own plush bear 🧸. Every moment was filled with smiles, laughter, and pure joy.

What makes this place even more special? Their spa experiences are designed specifically for children, using non-toxic products and services provided by licensed estheticians and cosmetologists. 💕

Beyond spa days, they offer birthday celebrations 🎂, mommy & me events 👩‍👧, bestie spa dates 💖, princess parties 👑, fairy-themed experiences 🧚, K-Pop parties 🎶, professional photoshoots 📸, 360 photo booth fun 🎥, princess mocktails 🍹, perfume making 🌸, lip gloss activities 💄, charm bracelet making ✨, tote decorating 🎨, canvas painting 🖌️, magical potion making 🪄, dance parties 💃, and so much more!

And can we talk about the photo opportunities?! 📸✨ The beautiful princess backdrop after dress-up made for some of my favorite photos ever. The entire space is thoughtfully designed to create magical memories for little ones while still feeling relaxing and beautiful for parents.

🎉 Planning a birthday party, bestie celebration, mommy & me day, or just looking for a special treat? This is your sign to book it!

💕 Be sure to follow to check out their upcoming events, seasonal specials, princess experiences, and party packages.

👇 Tag a girl mama who needs to plan a visit and tell me which activity your little one would love most!

06/02/2026

🐕 🏆 CORGI CUP 2026 = CORE MEMORY UNLOCKED!

We had the BEST time at the 2nd Annual Corgi Cup at the ! ❤️ From cheering on the adorable fluffy competitors to meeting so many friendly corgis, this was one of those local family events we’ll be talking about all year long.

✨ Face painting & Glitter tattoos
✨ Ice cream
✨ Yummy food
✨ Music from the DJ
✨ Fun with
✨ Treats and dog merch from

Whether you’re a dog lover, looking for a fun family outing, or just want to make some memories close to home, this event was absolutely PAW-fect! 🐾

The Corgi Cup is officially going on our family’s calendar every year. We already can’t wait for next year’s races! 🥹❤️

🐾 BUT the fun isn’t over!

Next Saturday, June 6, head back to the Meadowlands Racetrack for the Wiener Dog Derby! 🌭🐶 Bring the whole family to watch these adorable dachshunds race, enjoy great food, music, and an unforgettable night out. Admission and parking are FREE, making it an easy and affordable family adventure right here in New Jersey.

The Meadowlands hosts family-friendly events throughout the summer, including dog races, special entertainment, fireworks, and more. Check out the full schedule at playmeadowlands.com and start planning your next family outing! 🎡🎆🎶

Have you ever been to the Corgi Cup or Wiener Dog Derby? Tell me your favorite dog breed below! ⬇️🐕🐾

06/02/2026

🫖🌸✨ BESTIES DAY OUT IN NYC 🌆 🗽

Sometimes you just need a little adventure with your favorite people! 💕 This time, instead of bringing the kids along, I grabbed my besties and hopped aboard for the prettiest afternoon in New York City! 🚌🌷💖

Picture this… a beautifully decorated double-decker bus overflowing with gorgeous pink flowers 🌸🌷🌺, delicious sweet and savory bites 🍰🥐🍓, hot and iced teas ☕🧋, live entertainment 🎶🎤, and breathtaking views of some of NYC’s most iconic landmarks 🏙️✨.

Not only do you get to relax and feel fabulous 💅💖, but you also learn fascinating facts about the city from your onboard guide while taking in incredible views of New York City along the way! 🌆✨

Whether you’re planning a besties day out 👯‍♀️, celebrating a special occasion 🎉, looking for a unique date idea 💕, or creating unforgettable family memories 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, Tea Around Town is truly one of New York City’s hidden treasures! 💎🫖

📍Local to NYC?
📍Visiting NYC?
📍Looking for something unique and memorable?

This experience belongs on your bucket list! ✔️✨

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Tag your bestie who would absolutely LOVE this experience! 👇💖🌸

✨☕️ Defying expectations one delicious bite at a time at .gravitea ✨🫖 Wicked fans, this is a must go!If you’re looking f...
05/29/2026

✨☕️ Defying expectations one delicious bite at a time at .gravitea ✨🫖 Wicked fans, this is a must go!

If you’re looking for a cozy, family-friendly cafe you NEED to check out .gravitea in 📍 Pequannok, NJ 💫💓💚From the inspirational atmosphere to the absolutely delicious food and drinks, this place truly leaves you feeling motivated, refreshed, and ready to accomplish great things 🌿✨

What makes it even better? EVERYTHING is gluten-free and dairy-free 🙌🏼🌱 Perfect for anyone with allergies or dietary restrictions without sacrificing flavor 👏🏼

We tried:
🥞 Short stack pancakes
🧇 Waffle with almond butter, chocolate chips & banana 🍌🍫
🥐 Breakfast crepe
🍪 Chocolate chip cookie
🫖 Glinda tea
🫖 Elphaba tea
🫐🍋 Lemon blueberry iced latte

The huge family-style table makes this such a welcoming spot for gathering with family or friends 💕 Whether you’re stopping in for a quick drink 🥤 a cozy meal 🍽️ or a peaceful place to reset your mindset for the day, .gravitea delivers all the good vibes ✨

🥳 They’re also celebrating their 3-year anniversary 🎉 Be sure to follow them for a chance to win a $10 gift card — their 10,000th follower will be the lucky winner 🎊

This stunning NJ gem is absolutely worth the visit 🤍☕️

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05/28/2026

🔥🥢 We had the absolute BEST time celebrating my husband’s 40th birthday with 🎉🎂🥳 They brought the party right to our backyard and came fully equipped with EVERYTHING needed for an unforgettable day 🍱🔥✨

From the hilarious cooking tricks, tossing eggs into hats 🥚🎩, catching food in our mouths 😆🍤, singing along 🎶, and the iconic onion volcano 🌋🔥, every second had us laughing nonstop 😂👏

And the sake super soaker?! 🍶💦 ICONIC 🤣 The adults had their fun while the kids got to join in too with adorable baby bottles filled with water 👶🍼😂 Everyone was included and everyone had an absolute blast 🫶🏼

The sweetest surprise was the sparklers at the end ✨🎇 while we all sang Happy Birthday 🎂🥹 Such a special memory we’ll be talking about for years to come ❤️

If you’re looking for a FUN, unique, unforgettable way to celebrate ANY occasion, this is it 🥳🔥 Backyard birthdays, family parties, celebrations with friends… mobile hibachi is SUCH a vibe 🍱🍹🎉

They bring the party to New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and even Texas 🚗🔥 Be sure to check them out!

05/28/2026

🏊‍♀️💦 You NEED to watch the end of this video to see how much progress my little one has made on her back float 🥹👏 I’m so proud of her confidence and growth in the water thanks to 🐠💛

With summer almost here ☀️🌊 and the countdown to the end of the school year officially ON 🎉, now is the perfect time to have those important water safety conversations with your kiddos. Whether you’re headed to the pool 🏖️, beach 🌊, lake 🚤, or spending time on a boat ⛵️

🏊 THE SAFER SWIMMER PLEDGE 🖐️

1️⃣ Whether I’m at home, the beach or pool, I will play it cool and follow the rules.

2️⃣ When it comes to swimming, water safety is key, that’s why I will always have an adult with me.

3️⃣ When I’m around water or on a boat, I can wear a life jacket to help me float.

4️⃣ No matter how deep the water may be, I’ll jump in with my feet.

5️⃣ If I see a swimmer in need, I’ll throw them something to float, and then I’ll go and get an adult.

💦 Water Safety Tips 💦

1️⃣ Always have a designated Water Guardian 🛟

2️⃣ NEVER let your child swim alone 🏊

3️⃣ Always wear Coast Guard-approved life jackets — floaties and pool noodles are NOT life-saving devices 🦺

4️⃣ Give 100% of your attention to the kiddos around water 👀

5️⃣ Be aware of water EVERYWHERE, even if your child isn’t planning to swim 🌊

6️⃣ Learn CPR ❤️

7️⃣ Start swim lessons as early as 4 months old 👶

🐠 Sign up for a JUMP START CLINIC 📝

🙋‍♀️ It’s a month’s worth of swim lessons packed into FOUR consecutive days 🙌💦 It’s designed to supercharge swim progress, confidence, and water safety skills just in time for summer ☀️🏖️

💛 We love being part of the Goldfish family and helping our girls build confidence, independence, and important life saving skills in the water 💧 sh

05/27/2026

POV: You finally experience a true classic New Jersey market 🇮🇹🧀🍓🛒✨ and now you totally get the hype!!!

Our first trip to felt like stepping into a foodie adventure around the world 🌎❤️ From South American favorites to European specialties and Middle Eastern finds, every aisle was packed with something exciting to discover 🤩✈️🍞🫒🥟

The girls were AMAZED by the fresh produce section 🍓🍇🍉 and moms… you already know we stocked UP on berries for summer break 😂🙌 The prices were so good too 💸👏

We grabbed fresh coffee beans ☕️, pierogies for dinner 🥟, incredible cheeses 🧀 (yes, we sampled the mozzarella and HAD to take some home 😍), and basically everything we needed for a Memorial Day picnic + grill weekend 🌭🍔🌽☀️

And can we talk about the bakery?! 🎂🍰🤤 The cakes looked absolutely unreal and now I already want to plan our next party just so I have an excuse to come back 😂

The real MVP though? The hot foods counter 🍝🍗✨ Fresh pasta, rice balls, chicken, easy dinner DONE for this busy mom 🙌 Budget-friendly, delicious, and one less thing to cook after a long day 💕

This wasn’t just grocery shopping… it was an EXPERIENCE 🛒❤️🇺🇸

05/27/2026

Rainy day? 🌧️ Too hot? ☀️ Too cold? ❄️ New Jersey weather is officially ALL over the place 😂 but thankfully we always have something fun to do at 💕🤸‍♀️✨

Our monthly membership at The Little Gym of Englewood has become so much more than just a play space for our girls 🥹❤️ It’s a place where they’re building confidence, learning new skills, making friends, and growing socially + emotionally every single week 🌈🙌

I’ve loved watching my 3-year-old become more comfortable following routines, listening to directions, and participating in a group setting 🥰 And my 8-year-old is constantly challenging herself, learning new skills, and feeling SO proud of what she can do 💪🤸‍♀️✨

The coaches are beyond enthusiastic and encouraging 👏❤️ You can truly feel how much they care about every child who walks through those doors.

And as a mom, one of my FAVORITE parts? The monthly community events included with membership 🎉🎨 They give us even more opportunities to make memories together, from crafts to special activities, and I absolutely love when the girls excitedly pull me into the gym to show me all the skills they’ve been working on 🥹💕

It’s become one of our favorite family routines 🫶✨

05/22/2026

🥔🇺🇸⭐️ Meet Uncle Yam, the cutest red, white & blue twist on the classic Mr. Potato Head ❤️🤍💙

Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a toy that’s truly timeless ✨ My little one had SO much fun mixing, matching, and creating hilarious looks 😂🖐️👀👃 Surprisingly, it turned out to be the PERFECT travel toy too because all the pieces store right inside the potato 🧳🥔🙌

We even brought him on our beach trip 🌊☀️ Such a fun toy to play with at the beach, poolside, or even at a restaurant while waiting for food 🍟🏖️🍔 It’s clean, easy to play with, creative, compact, and SO much fun for kids 💛✨

Bonus laughs: eating potatoes while playing with Mr. Potato Head was apparently comedy gold in our house 🤣🍟🥔 Grab Uncle Yam at Walmart before July 4th 🇺🇸⭐️

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