Horizon of Khufu Takes Visitors on a Ancient Egypt Adventure at New Midtown VR Space

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. [Horizon of Khufu Takes Visitors on a Ancient Egypt Adventure at New Midtown VR Space]( [Travel back in time at the Horizon of Khufu experience. ] Step into the wonders of ancient Egypt without leaving New York City through the ultimate VR experience at [Horizon of Khufu]( This newly opened, free-roaming, VR experience is the first-of-its-kind in NYC. The experience transports families 4,500 years back in time to explore the enchanting world of pyramids, mummification, and the legendary King Khufu himself. I absolutely loved experiencing this VR adventure with my family—read on to discover what it’s like to traverse time and space in the heart of NYC. For more virtual reality experiences in NYC check out our roundup of [the best virtual reality experiences in NYC](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [39 Free and Fun Things To Do in NYC this November with Kids]( [Canstruction is free and open to the public at Brookfield Place through Monday, November 11. Photo by Heidi Lee ] We've found 39 free things to do in NYC this November with kids, so there's no reason to fall into the spend-and-splurge trap of the holiday season. Our list of free things to do in November includes annual favorites, like the [Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade]( and the [Canstruction display]( at Brookfield Place. The [Veterans Day Parade]( marches up Fifth Avenue, and holiday trees start sparkling in [Park Slope]( and elsewhere, too. Read on for all our top free event picks in November, and don't forget to hop over to our just-released [Best of November list]( which includes our top picks all month long. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [Sweet Ways to Donate Halloween Candy: Ronald McDonald House, Operation Shoebox, and More]( [Sweeten someone else's day and donate Halloween candy to troops, the elderly, or children in need. Photo courtesy of Canva] If you've got too much candy after Halloween, rid your house of excess sugar and donate Halloween candy you don't want your kids eating! We've found five charitable organizations where you can donate Halloween candy. From our troops to kids in the hospital to local soup kitchens, we found places that will put your excess candy to better use than cavities and tummy aches. If you want to hang on to a few pieces after you donate Halloween candy, we have more creative uses for sweet stuff! Check out these candy [science experiments]( plus plenty more activities and inspiration for Halloween weekend in our [Halloween Guide](. Or maybe you're done with Halloween and ready for the next holiday? Thankfully, our [Thanksgiving Guide]( is packed with crafts, activities, games, and more Thanksgiving fun. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( LAST CHANCE THRU NOV 3 [Best Musical Of The Decade! - Broadway World]( That Parenting Musical explores the joys, challenges & absurdities of parenthood & more. Call the babysitter, grab a drink & treat yourself! [Learn More >]( 📅 NOVEMBER EVENTS 📅 [What's Happening This Week in NYC?]( Discover the latest fall events in your area today! [Read More >]( 🍂 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🍂 [21 Best Things To Do This Month]( November brings plenty of things to do in NYC as we gear up for holidays from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving and full steam ahead to Christmas. [Read More >]( 🍂 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🍂 [Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunities for Families]( If your family is searching for Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities in New York City, look no further. [Read More >]( ❄️ POLAR EXPRESS ❄️ [Christmas Trains near NYC]( We've found festive Polar Express train rides, Christmas trains, and holiday trolleys all within a whistle's blow of the New York City metro area. [Read More >]( 🚗 2024 FALL GUIDE 🚗 [NYC Fall Day Trips Guide]( The best fall activities often involve day trips to enjoy seasonal adventures outside the city. [Read More >]( 🍂 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🍂 [Holidays & Activities for November 2024]( In addition to Thanksgiving, you can also celebrate Pumpkin Destruction Day, Love Your Freckles Day, Evolution Day, Pickles Day, and more – all this month. [Read More >]( ⛑️ HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE ⛑️ [Protecting Kids' Hearing]( This holiday season, learn how to keep kids' ears safe at loud events and help prevent lasting hearing damage. [Read More >]( Copyright © 2024 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](