Thrifty Family Escapades

Towns
Lollygagging in Lambertville
Lollygagging in Lambertville

Lambertville is a beautiful New Jersey river town. It features things like shops, restaurants, live theater, a farm and art galleries. Be sure to pay it a visit!

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Discover the Irish Riviera in New Jersey
Discover the Irish Riviera in New Jersey

Discover the Irish Riviera in New Jersey! This picturesque town has a beach as well as a serene lake. There are also bridges, unique shops, a cozy pub and more.

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New Jersey Parks

Parks
Park with a Cherry on Top: America’s Largest Cherry Blossom Display
Park with a Cherry on Top: America’s Largest Cherry Blossom Display

Want to see the spot in the United States with the most cherry blossom trees? This New Jersey destination has 5,300 trees, ranging through 18 different species. People can even drive through the display!

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Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area
Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area

One of the best ways to unwind is to go for a walk. Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area is one of my favorite places to do this. It has panoramic views of the Rancocas Creek, abundant bird watching and well-maintained trails.

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The Four Entrances to Veterans Park
The Four Entrances to Veterans Park

Read about all the amenities at the four entrances of Veterans Park such as playgrounds, trails, monuments, a dog park, skate park, hockey rink and more!

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Unique Places in NJ

Unique Places
Best Places to see Springtime Flowers Bloom in New Jersey
Best Places to see Springtime Flowers Bloom in New Jersey

These are the best places to see flowers blooming in New Jersey from March until June. Check out the map to find a new spot to visit!

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Hadrosaurus foulkii: Unearthing the Fossil Site & Sculpture
Hadrosaurus foulkii: Unearthing the Fossil Site & Sculpture

Learn about the New Jersey state dinosaur and follow my Hadrosaurus trail.

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Troll Hunting: A Guide for the Burlington County Troll Trek
Troll Hunting: A Guide for the Burlington County Troll Trek

Nineteen trolls have invaded Burlington County! Read this to find the best parking spots near the trolls, information about them and fun activities in each location!

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New Jersey Educational Classes

Classes
Soccer Shots: Get a Kick out of Learning Soccer
Soccer Shots: Get a Kick out of Learning Soccer

Does your child want to learn how to play soccer? Join Soccer Shots! Soccer Shots is an engaging program that teaches soccer to kids between the ages of 2 to 8 years old. There are locations in 43 different states in the US and in 2 provinces.

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Tiny Riders Storytime
Tiny Riders Storytime

Is your child between the ages of two and four? Take them to a Tiny Riders Storytime! If they are older there are also other programs offered throughout the year.

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Fernbrook Farms Homeschool Classes
Fernbrook Farms Homeschool Classes

Fernbrook Farms offers classes for ages 3 to 14. They teach kids about agriculture and nature. Be sure to register! My son loved them.

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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania
The Only Public Earthship on the East Coast
The Only Public Earthship on the East Coast

Visit an environmentally friendly Earthship! Learn about its unique construction and how you can pay it a visit.

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Fun with Kids in Easton: Crayons, Farm Animals and a Candle
Fun with Kids in Easton: Crayons, Farm Animals and a Candle

Find out all the fun things you can do in Easton! Learn about our favorite ice cream, places to go as a family and more!

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Making the Ultimate Goody Bag at the Crayola Experience
Making the Ultimate Goody Bag at the Crayola Experience

Find out how you can take home the best goody bag ever at the Crayola Experience in Easton!

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Best Free Indoor Play Area in Bucks County
Best Free Indoor Play Area in Bucks County

Visit this awesome free indoor play area in Bucks County!

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Peddler’s Village: A Year-Round Destination
Peddler’s Village: A Year-Round Destination

Currently the Fire & Frost Festival is at Peddler’s Village. Check out the icy fun!

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American Swedish Historical Museum
American Swedish Historical Museum

Read about Midsommarfest at the American Swedish Historical Museum and how you can visit the museum yourself.

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Lorelei Lawson is a travel writer and preschool homeschool teacher in Burlington County, NJ.