Once Upon A Time Child Enrichment Center

If you’re in the Schenectady area and need a solid spot for a toddler birthday party, this place comes up for good reason. The enclosed play area stays genuinely clean — like, noticeably clean — which parents around here really appreciate. Kids from infants up to around 10 have plenty to do, including musical equipment that younger ones especially go nuts for. The staff actually seem to enjoy being there, which makes a difference when you’re wrangling a group of sugared-up five-year-olds. Character events pop up throughout the year, so it’s worth checking their schedule even when you’re not planning a party.