87 Things To Do This Summer
This summer will be different, but it doesn’t mean we have to skimp on fun. We gathered a ton of ideas for getting the most out of Summer 2020, even if you have to stay distant from your friends. ☀️
We Love Slow Streets!
Cities everywhere are closing streets to through car traffic to make room for pedestrians and bikes as we continue to practice physical distancing. It’s a great opportunity for urban families!
Read This Before You Decide To Leave The City For Good
The pandemic is pushing some people out of cities. Sometimes it’s unavoidable but sometimes we can wait it out. Here’s some encouragement to stay.
A Bookseller’s Reading Habits During A Global Pandemic
Brittany is a bookseller and mother who lives in Chinatown, NYC. She wrote this piece for us about reading habits during quarantine—turns out it’s not quite as straightforward as reading during healthier times, but still offers a chance for escape and new perspectives. And isn’t that what we’re all looking for?
Screen Slavers?
How much is too much? How little is too little? Are their brain cells withering with each minute of Sesame Street? Is their social aptitude declining with each thumbed move of a pixelated character? We suspect there’s a balanced response to the idea of screen time for our kids.
Introducing City In A Box!
Our new activity boxes are packed with toys, crafts, snacks, games, and a picture book your kids will love. Each box celebrates the culture of a different city and is like a mini adventure right in your living room. Preorder today! Perfect for quarantine life.
Our Cities Will Shine Again
Coronavirus has stolen so much of what makes us feel human. But not forever.
Jenna and Gus in Vancouver
Jenna and Gus live in a Vancouver high-rise with their two kids. They love city life something fierce! Jenna gave us a glimpse into everyday rhythms and shared her family’s intentions for urban living.
Quarantine Rainbows
Spread rainbows, not coronavirus! 🌈 Paint a rainbow on your window as a sign of solidarity and hope to your neighbors—and yourself—while you’re stuck inside. Then go on a rainbow hunt with the kids!
Happy Transit Driver Appreciation Day!
Bus drivers and subway operators are among the many municipal workers who keep the city running (literally) day in and day out. Tell them thank you! 🚎🚇
