Labor Day Weekend Getaways | IEPs | Coolest New Classes | New Queens Playground

8/30/12 - By Anna Fader

Another summer bites the dust. And based on all the Facebook pictures and status updates people have been sharing, it seems a good time was had by all. It's been great seeing everyone's family vacations, but now it's Labor Day weekend and time to get serious. Well, after one last weekend of fun things to do, one of these car-free getaway ideas or maybe some last-minute Labor Day weekend getaway deals.

Now it's time for apple picking and back to school. If you're in the market for enrichment, you'll find the coolest new kids' classes in our newly updated Classes Guide and our brand-new Directory where you can search for programs by age, location or type. And we're adding more listings every day. Or, if you're too cool for school, you might need to check out this list of support groups and resources for NYC homeschool parents.

Besides lots of great apple picking spots, our regional sister sites have shared some great day trip ideas for Labor Day weekend in New Jersey, a powwow and great camping spots on Long Island, and a day trip to Old Saybrook in Connecticut.

Here's what else happened this week:

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Individualized Education Plans - One mom gives advice for navigating the IEP process.

Musical Theater Classes - Our top picks for these popular programs.

Rocakaway Park in Queens - Newly renovated playgrounds and a water park right off the beach make for a great day trip.

Back to School Guide - We're still updating it with new tips, like books to help with the school transition, DIY supplies and fashion ideas, lunch suggestions and more.

And if you're up for apple picking, you'll find possibly the most complete guide to tri-state area pick-your-own apple spots anywhere in our Fun on the Farm Guide.

We also have some great giveaways in our free newsletters. But even if you aren't a subscriber, you can still enter our giveaway for four tickets to the Connecticut Renaissance Faire going on through Saturday morning.

Have a great Labor Day weekend! We're looking forward to starting another school year with you.