Ugly is the new cute. Popular with all ages from infant on up to the elderly, these fleecey pillow “Uglydoll” critters are just wonderful. The three newest characters: Puglee, Poe and Plunko bring three new styles and three new stories to the Ugly-line. Poe, an Ugly Dragon that prefers not to fly. Puglee, female piglet that is a brilliant student in spite of herself, and Plunko a business man.

The Diaper Genie II Elite offers step-and-drop operation, an interior that has antimicrobal technology built into the plastic, and the refills block oxygen and moisture to inhibit bacterial growth. A handy cutter is built into the diaper pail to allow you to quickly cut off the refill to change bags without releasing odor.

If you want to go on a tour with young children, this is the tour to choose. Short, sweet, and on a big yellow boat, it’s pretty much guaranteed to keep their interest no matter how young they are. They (and you) will get to see the beautiful park that stretches along the southern tip of Manhattan, Liberty State Park, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, Governor’s Island, and the Brooklyn shoreline, as well as four man-made waterfalls. But you’ll have to hurry, the waterfalls are only here until October 13. The tour itself is fun, informative, and delivered in a very “New York” style that even New Yorkers themselves will enjoy.

Winslow farm is an ethereal Animal Sanctuary located in Southeastern Massachusetts. Founded by Debra White and run by a team of volunteers, this farm is an amazing place to take your children to. You will be floored by its beauty and by the care and respect that the animals are treated with. This is a great day trip for any family with young children.