Around Town
MEET A MOM—Jen Cippoletti
Meet Jen Cippoletti, a mother of three with two high-school kids and one middle schooler. A Wilton native, she and her husband are now raising their children in Darien. Jen is a consultant for Tips on Trips and Camps, and she connects families to overnight summer...
How to Choose the Right Tile for Your Bathroom!
The experts at Lima Ceramic Tile are giving their tips for choosing the perfect tile for your next bathroom project. Take a look here and get inspired!
Join St. Luke’s for an Open House!
OPEN HOUSES Middle School ExperienceWednesday, October 20, at 9:15am(Parents Only) Upper School Open HouseSunday, October 24 at 12:00pm Middle School Open HouseSunday, November 7 at 12:00pm Everyone looks forward to meeting you and sharing the St. Luke's difference....
Spooky Snack Mix!
Halloween is almost here and we’re adding this Spooky Snack Mix from The BakerMama to our shortlist of fun treats to make. It has all the things we love in a holiday snack—sweet, salty, festive and a healthy dose of nostalgia. Maegan, the talented mom behind The...
Halloween Books for Kids!
Make story time spooky this Halloween season.
You’re Invited: How Children Learn to Read!
If you are wondering what steps to take in order to help your child learn to read (and have fun while they’re doing it), our friends at Vivvi have a virtual program for you. Learn more about “How Children Learn to Read” and register today!
MEET A MOM—Courtney Olsen
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we interviewed Courtney Olsen, a 10-year breast cancer survivor and Darien mom of two. Courtney, who is on the Board of Directors of the Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA), will serve as the organization’s President in April...
College Applications: How to Help Your Child Stand Out!
Applying to college has never been easy, but over the past 20 years, it has become more competitive than ever. That means if you’re helping your kids apply to college, you’re playing a whole different ball game than when you were up at bat. That’s why we were thrilled...
5 Tips For Changing Your Skincare Routine This Season!
As we say goodbye to summer, we also say goodbye to the hydrating moisture levels in the air. That may not be such a bad thing, as many of us are happy not to deal with frizzy hair 😊 – but the impact on your skin from seasonal changes should not be ignored. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Here are 5 tips from Westport MediSpa’s Dana Brownell!
October Book Club Pick: Chandler Baker’s The Husbands
This sophomore novel turns gender roles around.
The 2021 Private School Guide
When making a decision about the best school for your child, we want to make the process easier by giving you all the information you’re looking for in one place. Find school descriptions, grade levels, where to go to learn more and Open House dates in the Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan and Stamford Moms 2021 Private School Guide!
Winter Clothes For Kids We Love!
Rockets of Awesome offers a convenience way to update your kids’ wardrobe with quality, adorable pieces.
5 Reasons to Hire a Doula!
Recently, we connected with Carrie Copeland, a Connecticut mom and owner of Birth Partners, a full service post-partum care business. Carrie has been a Doula since 2007, and is Mom to three (a high school junior, and a sophomore and senior in college). Not...
YWCA Annual Town-wide Luminary Night Set for Oct. 24
The YWCA Darien/Norwalk will hold its annual luminary lighting on Sunday October 24th to raise awareness about Domestic Violence against women and girls. Luminary kits are $30 each and can be purchased beginning on October 1st at Barrett Bookstore, Palmers Market...
MEET A MOM—Laurie Ferris
Laurie Ferris is a mother of two and blogger who "posts on curated, inspiring and affordable gift ideas" that she finds "uplifting and worth sharing to support small businesses" on her Instagram account @morning_laurie. She and her family moved to New Canaan four...
New Canaan and Darien Moms Family Fun Day at Chelsea Piers!
Chelsea Piers in Stamford is opening its doors to all New Canaan & Darien Moms followers on Sunday, October 10, 9 a.m. - noon. And the best part is… admission is FREE for everyone (you do not have to be a member of Chelsea Piers to attend)! Kids of all ages...
It’s time for winter tryouts with High Rise Basketball!
High Rise assembles high level local and national travel teams to compete in AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) tournaments both in the Tri-State area as well as on a national level, based on team. Teams are generally for student-athletes that are highly focused on...
Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini and Basil
This Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini and Basil is the perfect end of summer recipe, packing in all that seasonal produce into a pasta dish that is both kid-friendly and vegetarian. If your family loves it so much you want to make it all winter long, just sub in...
Essential Questions to Ask a Family Law Attorney in the Initial Interview
It can be overwhelming to speak to an attorney for the first time, particularly when you are experiencing a challenging situation like divorce. The lawyers at Ferro & Battey LLC, a renowned Fairfield County law firm, put together a list (click link in bio) of helpful questions you might consider asking in your initial consultation.
Why Tennis is Great for Families!
The new Chelsea Piers Tennis Director Jonathan Engeltbretch is a dad of two who knows the lifelong benefits of tennis and its impact on families better than most. We interviewed him to learn more about his experiences teaching his daughters the sport of a lifetime.