Your Complete Presidents Day Week Guide (Feb 14-22) 🎉
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# Presidents Day Weekend Newsletter
**Subject:** Your Complete Presidents Day Week Guide (Feb 14-22) 🎉
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Hey there!
Presidents Day is almost here, and if you're like most parents, you're thinking: **"Wait... the kids have HOW many days off school?"**
Good news: We've done the planning for you.
This guide covers **every single day** from Feb 14-22, organized by age so you can jump straight to what works for YOUR kids.
👉 **[Read the Full Guide →](https://busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026/)**
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## 🏕️ Mini Camps Still Have Spots
If you need childcare Feb 16-20, these local camps still have openings:
**For Ages 4-5:**
- **Exceptional Explorers** (Livingston) - Half/full day, playground fun, crafts
**For Ages 5-10:**
- **Turtle Back Zoo** (West Orange) - $100/day, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours ⭐
- **Genius Gems** (Millburn) - $115/day, STEM focus, hands-on learning
- **The Sports U** - $50/day, multi-sport, all ages welcome
**For Ages 7-14:**
- **Code Ninjas** (Livingston) - Coding & game design, half or full day
⚠️ **Book ASAP** - These fill fast! Links in the full guide.
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## 📅 This Weekend (Feb 14-15)
**Saturday:**
- 🎉 **Lunar New Year @ Newark Museum** (12-5pm, FREE) - Lion dancers, calligraphy
- 🔥 **Campfire at Essex County Env Center** (2:30-4pm, Roseland) - S'mores + hot cocoa
**Sunday:**
- 🦁 **Turtle Back Zoo** (10am-3pm) - Go Sunday = smaller crowds
- 🎨 **Newark Museum Family Sunday** (12-4pm) - Drop-in art activities
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## 🏛️ Presidents Day (Monday, Feb 16)
The big question: What's OPEN?
✅ **Open:**
- Liberty Science Center (10am-5pm) - T. rex exhibit!
- South Mountain Fairy Trail - Free outdoor magic
- All mini camps (see above)
❌ **Closed:**
- Most libraries
- Schools (obviously)
💡 **Pro tip:** Monday will be PACKED everywhere. If you can, save museums for Tue-Fri when crowds thin out.
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## 🏠 Stuck at Home? We've Got You.
### Toddlers (1-3)
- **Sensory bin:** Rice + scoops + small toys = 30 min of focus
- **Water play:** Bathtub + cups = easiest afternoon ever
- **Dance party:** Cocomelon + freeze dance
### Preschool/Kinder (4-6)
- **Fort building:** Blankets + cushions + flashlight
- **No-bake treats:** Rice Krispies, energy balls (they can help!)
- **Presidents craft:** Paper plate Lincoln hat
### Elementary (7-9)
- **Science experiments:** Volcano, slime, ice melting race
- **LEGO challenge:** "Build the tallest tower"
- **Board game tournament:** Keep score, award silly prizes
### Tweens (10-12)
- **Coding time:** Scratch.mit.edu (free!)
- **Photography challenge:** "Take 10 photos showing winter"
- **Movie marathon:** Hamilton, National Treasure
**[Full at-home activity list →](https://busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026/#at-home-activities)**
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## 💰 Budget Your Week
- **$0 week?** Parks, libraries (after Mon), at-home activities
- **$50-100 week?** One museum day + free stuff
- **$200-300 week?** 2 camp days + museum
- **Full week coverage?** $250-500 depending on camp choice
No shame in any approach - do what works for YOUR family and budget.
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## 📍 Quick Links
- **[Full Presidents Day Guide](https://busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026/)** - Everything in one place
- **[This Weekend Events](https://busylittleweekends.com/this-weekend/)** - Updated every Thursday
- **[Activity Directory](https://busylittleweekends.com/directory/)** - 153 local businesses
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Have the best week,
**Busy Little Weekends Team**
P.S. Camps fill up FAST. If you're on the fence, book now and cancel later if plans change. Most have flexible policies through Thursday before the week starts.
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🗓️ Presidents Day Weekend + Full Week Survival Guide (Feb 14-22)
Hey Livingston moms! 👋 Anyone else scrambling to figure out what to do with the kids during this LONG break?
I put together a complete guide with everything happening locally:
🏕️ MINI CAMPS (Feb 16-20):
• Exceptional Explorers - Half/full day (ages 4+) right here in town
• Code Ninjas - Coding camp for ages 7-14
• Genius Gems in Millburn - STEM day camp
• Turtle Back Zoo - 2-day camp (my kids LOVED this last year!)
• The Sports U - Multi-sport, $50/day
📅 DAILY EVENT GUIDE:
Everything happening Feb 14-22 - museums, libraries, indoor play, outdoor adventures
🏠 AT-HOME IDEAS:
Sorted by age (1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12) for when you just need to survive at home
💰 BUDGET BREAKDOWN:
Free options all the way up to full-week camp coverage
🔗 Full guide here: https://busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026/
Hope this helps! Feel free to share with other parents who need it 💙
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ALTERNATE VERSION (SHORTER):
🗓️ Need ideas for Presidents Week? (Feb 14-22)
Put together a guide with:
✅ 5 mini camps (including Exceptional Explorers & Code Ninjas in Livingston!)
✅ Day-by-day event schedule
✅ At-home activities by age
✅ Budget breakdown ($0-$500 options)
👉 https://busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026/
Spots at Exceptional Explorers are filling up fast - book soon if you need childcare! 🏕️
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🌟 THIS WEEKEND in Essex County! Mar 28-Mar 29 🌟
6 amazing activities for families — 2 are FREE! 🎉
📚 Winter Storytime & Craft Hour
📍 Millburn Public Library, Millburn
📅 Saturday, 10:00 AM
👶 2-5 years • 💰 Free
✈️ Open Play Session
📍 Exceptional Explorers, Livingston
📅 Saturday, 2:00 PM
👶 0-6 years • 💰 $12 per child
🧚 Fairy Trail Nature Walk
📍 South Mountain Fairy Trail, Millburn
📅 Sunday, 11:00 AM
👶 All ages • 💰 Free
🦁 Weekend at the Zoo
📍 Turtle Back Zoo, West Orange
📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
👶 All ages • 💰 $$
See all 6 events + full details:
🔗 busylittleweekends.com/this-weekend/
#EssexCountyNJ #ThingsToDoNJ #FamilyFun #Livingston #Maplewood #SouthOrange #Millburn #ShortHills
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🎉 PRESIDENTS DAY WEEK SURVIVAL GUIDE 🎉
Kids off school Feb 16-20? We mapped out EVERYTHING:
✅ 5 mini camps still taking registration (ages 4-14)
✅ Daily event guide (Feb 14-22)
✅ At-home activities for every age
✅ Budget breakdowns ($0 to $500 week options)
📍 Essex County, NJ families - this one's for you.
👉 Full guide: busylittleweekends.com/guides/presidents-day-weekend-2026
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QUICK HIGHLIGHTS:
🏕️ Mini Camps (Feb 16-20):
• Turtle Back Zoo - $100/day (ages 5-10) ⭐
• Genius Gems - $115/day STEM (ages K+)
• The Sports U - $50/day multi-sport (all ages)
• Exceptional Explorers - half/full day (ages 4+)
• Code Ninjas - coding camp (ages 7-14)
🎨 FREE Events:
• Lunar New Year @ Newark Museum (Sat 12-5pm)
• Campfire & S'mores (Sat 2:30pm, Roseland)
• Family Sundays (museums all weekend)
🏠 At-Home Ideas:
• Toddlers: Sensory bins, dance parties
• Elementary: Science experiments, LEGO challenges
• Tweens: Coding, photography projects
💡 PRO TIP: Mini camps fill FAST. Book today before spots are gone!
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📌 Bookmark this guide. Share with your parent friends. Survive the week. 😅
#PresidentsDay #EssexCountyNJ #NJKids #MiniCamps #ThingsToDoNJ #FamilyFun #Montclair #Livingston #WestOrange #Millburn #Maplewood #SouthOrange #ShortHills