Former Tilton Fitness site to become indoor play center
A long-vacant commercial property is getting new life after years of inactivity. The former Tilton Fitness is being redeveloped into an indoor play facility for children and families. The building has remained empty since 2020, when Tilton Fitness closed its...
Where to host kids’ outdoor birthday parties in Atlantic and Cape May counties
Family Tides With spring in bloom and summer around the corner, the possibilities for kids’ outdoor birthday parties are endless. If you’re looking for something memorable, crowd-pleasing and big enough for the whole class, these local venues in Atlantic and Cape May...
New workshop, The Nature & Nurture Lab, helps children and caregivers navigate big feelings, build skills
Family Tides On a sunny afternoon inside Coastal Creations Studio in Ocean City, laughter spills across the room as children dance, gather for story time and crowd around a table to pour glitter into jars. From the outside, it might look like an ordinary play session....
From juggling sports to meltdowns: Local parents, experts talk about navigating the toughest hours after school
Family Tides By Madison Russ It can be jarring when parents pick up their child from school or daycare, expecting hugs and a happy reunion, only to be met with tears. But this behavior, often called “after-school restraint collapse,” is pretty common. “Your child has...
Ways to celebrate the Winter Olympics with your family
Family Tides The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway in Italy, and living rooms across South Jersey have transformed into front-row seats to the world’s greatest winter sports stage. This year’s Games feel especially personal for local families, thanks to hometown...
