Memorial Day Treats

It has been a long month of May, but thankfully, Memorial Day is just around the corner. No school, beginning of summer, pools opening. There is a lot to look forward to. Here are some fun ways to celebrate Memorial Day!

Star-Spangled Banner Pillow by Front Gate:

Every porch needs some sprucing up for Memorial Day and what better way to do it than with this vintage- looking decor pillow from Front Gate. Featuring the American Flag, this is a perfect addition to any patio furniture. Mix and match it with other red, white and blue pillows to give an awesome look to your yard. $119, frontgate.com

Memorial Day Cupcakes from Eleni’s bakery:

Do you have a sweet tooth? Then, you will love these Memorial Day-themed cupcakes from Eleni’s, a famous local bakery set up right here in Manhattan. The chocolate and vanilla cupcakes are topped with butter-cream frosting and American sprinkles. What a perfect desert for Memorial Day. $47.40 per dozen, elenis.com

American Flag Canvas Belt from Vineyard Vines:

Memorial Day is all about American pride and dressing head-to-toe in red, white and blue. To add a bit of patriotism to any outfit, check out this belt from Vineyard Vines featuring the American flag. It comes in three colors: Raspberry, Royal Blue, and Navy. This is the perfect accessory for your fireworks-watching picnic. $49.50, vineyardvines.com

Baby Sprinkles Splish Splash Pool:

Memorial Day means one thing: summer is almost here! And what better way to enjoy the warm weather with your baby than this cute backyard water game? The Splish Splash Pool is an inflatable sprinkler toy that lets your kids enjoy having fun in the water. From riding a dolphin to sliding down the back of the whale, this is perfect for babies and toddlers to play with while you are having your Memorial Day barbecue in the backyard. $34.99, target.com

American Boardwalk Wallflower Scent from Bath and Body:

Love the fresh smell of the boardwalk? This wallflower plug-in from Bath and Body lets you have the sweet smells right in your own home. With the scent of caramel popcorn and taffy-apples, this is the perfect summer scent for Memorial Day – even if you end up spending it at home! $3, bathandbody.com

Red Striped Beach Bag by Old Navy:

Pool and beach weather is just around the corner. Why not use this cute patriotic beach bag for all your Memorial Day activities and summer needs? It is perfect for holding all your sunscreen and swimsuit cover-ups. The nautical red-stripes will look great all summer long. $19.94, oldnavy.com

Inkahoots Stain Two Tone Twist Headband

Need some adorable accessories this Memorial Day? Then grab yourself one of these multi-colored headband from Inkahoots. The red and blue add a patriotic flare but the satin twist makes this the best accessory for any outfit. Whether your wearing a t-shirt and jeans or a flowy summer dress, this headband is an easy way to spice up your summer. $6.80, ulta.com

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center offers year-round, community-based dance and music programming in a fully inclusive and nurturing environment, located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District. The School&rsquo;s diverse and professional faculty provides progressive and non-competitive instruction with all of our classes accompanied by live music. Though we are a non-recital school, there are opportunities for students to perform and for parents to see their dancers in action.

Dance Workshop - Long Island

Nestled in the heart of Lynbrook Village, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with the Dance Workshop! MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;