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Meet a Mom! Dr. Justyna Balicka of Huntington Ortho
Happy New year! We are getting started this year by introducing Dr. Justyna Balicka of Huntington Ortho! Get to know her below. Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I was born in Pisz, Poland. My family moved to the US in 1992 and I grew...

Meet a Dad! Dr. Thompson of Clarity Surgical!
Dr. Thompson is the Founder and Chief Surgeon of Clarity Surgical and Weight Loss Solutions! When he is not performing surgery or tending to his patients, he is spending time with his wife and three children! Get to know him below! Where are you from and how long...

Learn about INBRACE with Dr. Mita A. Parikh, DMD
Recently, we have had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Pita A. Parikh, DMD about the world of braces! We all have those stories from our days of braces; picking out the color of rubber bands, worrying if you had food stuck in them, or even some funny stories, well...

2020 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide
'Tis the season for holiday shopping! We have put together for you a great guide of small shops and businesses for to help you with all your holiday shopping needs! Don't forget about Small Shop Saturday, November 28th!For Stuffing Stockings...L.I. Candle Co. Toni...

Meet a Mom: Jaclyn of Hometown Flower Co.
Meet Hometown Flower Co., owner Jaclyn of Huntington!

2020 Local Holiday Catering Guide
Looking to have a stress-free holiday season and support local restaurants all at the same time? We have curated a list of some of our favorite restaurants and their catering menus! 266 New York Ave. Huntington, NY 11743 631-673-1888 Holiday Catering Menu La Piazza...

Apple Picking 2020! Where to go, and what to know!
We made it through the summer! Now that the weather is cooling down a bit, we are filling our calendar with fall activities! at the top of the list of course, is Apple picking! A favorite Long Island fall family activity! We are lucky to have so many options for...

Lunch Inspiration with Lunchbox Dad
Anyone else dreading packing a lunch again as we head back to school? (Or if you’re homeschooling, making and serving yet another meal at home?) For inspiration, we turned Beau Coffron, the dad of three behind the @lunchboxdad Instagram account and lunchboxdad.com....

What Teachers want Parents to know
There are so many emotions heading into this school year—from anxiety and fear to hope and joy. As parents, many of us have faced hard choices about whether to enroll kids in-person or remotely. We may be trying to figure out last-minute childcare plans. Buying masks...

Rosé Cocktails for Summer
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer!Photos: Sarah Anne Ward Spa...

Easy 4th of July Recipes!!
Need some ideas for your 4th of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides. Hope everyone has a happy—and healthy—holiday this year. DrinksWatermelon Mojito from Barefoot ContessaBoozy Cherry Bombs from Delish...

Meet A Dad: Father’s Day Edition with Dr. Aidan Glackin, DDS
In honor of Father's Day, meet Huntington's very own - Dr. Aidan Glackin, D.D.S., winner of the 2020 Long Island's "Best Dentist & Best Cosmetic Dentist". We have had the pleasure of getting to know Dr. Glackin and his staff, and was able to chat with him about...

What you need to know about Phase 2 Restaurant Re-openings!
With restaurants re-opening on Long Island today, here’s what you need to know!

Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
Hey everyone! With strawberry season arriving, this spin on a classic strawberry shortcake is a favorite in our house -- and isn't too much of a mess!! Ingredients: Fresh strawberries 1 or 2 pint(s) of heavy whipping cream or cool whip 1/4 cup of sugar 1 tablespoon...

Mother’s Day Guide 2020
Mother's Day is around the corner, and although this year things will be very different, there are still many things that Mom can enjoy from the comfort of her own home! We have put together a local guide of some of our favorites products and services that you...

10 Homeschooling Resources to get you through Coronavirus
As our Nation continues to fight the most recent Coronavirus Pandemic, parents have found themselves at a loss with the closures of schools, daycares and many educational businesses. Many schools have shifted to online teaching, providing free lesson plans and online...

Get on some College Campuses this Spring
Verde Jones gives us her expert advice on setting up College campus visits, narrowing down your decisions, and the must ask questions you should ask when you visit a college for the first time.

Home, Landscaping & Pool Guide 2020
One of the biggest priorities we have when sharing info with you on Huntington Moms is giving you the gift of time! As the warm weather approaches, many of you are looking for landscaping, tree, and pool services -- so we have curated a list of our favorite businesses...

Meet A Mom – Joanna Parker Founder of Yumble Kids
#MomBoss & Founder of Yumble Kids! We had the pleasure of connecting with Joanna to chat about Yumble Kids and life as a mom of 3!Tell us I little bit about yourself & your family! How many kids do you have? Ages? What are some of your favorite things to do?...

Valentine’s Day Crafts!
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network contributor, Maria Provenzano, Lifestyle + DIY Expert of Hallmark’s Home and Family and founder of From Scratch. Searching for some creative and fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s with your little ones this year? Well,...