Around Town
Helping Your Child Develop Resilience
The Children’s School welcomes renowned psychologist Dr. Robert Brooks to present their first parenting workshop of the year.
MEET A MOM — Arianne O’Donnell
Meet local mom Arianne O’Donnell, a halotherapist and the owner of Salt Cave of Darien.
Weird Wonders at The Maritime Aquarium
Join The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk for Weird Wonders, a day of wacky experiments and mind-blowing science shows on Saturday, November 5. They are partnering with Mad Science of Fairfield County to bring science to life through a variety of hands-on, fun STEM...
Everyday Apple Tart!
Whether you're baking for Thanksgiving, or just want to use up your apple-picking stash, this Everyday Apple Tart from TikTok star Kathleen Ashmore is an instant classic (that happens to be gluten-free!). INSTRUCTIONS 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2/3 cup...
Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes!
Need a last minute Halloween treat? Try these festive Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes from South OC Moms Network! Ingredients Vanilla Ice Cream (you can also use orange sherbet if you want to dye one less layer)Food coloring: yellow and orangeWhip...
Simple Updates to Get Your Kitchen Holiday Ready!
Refinishing your cabinets can be a perfect way to update your kitchen! Crystal Decor Painting explains how it keeps you from spending a huge amount of money, while giving the heart of your house a nice facelift!
The Play Space’s Tips for Successful Trick or Treating
Halloween is a fun time to dress up and go trick or treating, but for our little ones it can also be a long overwhelming night, with scary twists and turns, that younger ones may not be ready for. Don’t stress! Here are some fun-filled Halloween tips to ensure a...
MEET A MOM—Shelby K. Smith
Today’s Meet a Mom is Shelby K. Smith, a mother of two and an artist in Darien. A former beauty executive, Shelby is a self-taught artist who turned her talent—and passion for color—into a new hobby during the pandemic. Shelby’s modern, geometric works will be on...
MEET A MOM – Margaret Riley
Meet Margaret Riley, a New Canaan mom of three and Executive Director of the YMCA. She and her family are long-time residents who moved to town in 1998, and their most memorable town events include: summer concerts at Waveny, the Fourth of July fireworks and caroling...
Tips To Help Your Child Set Limits On Candy This Halloween!
Looking for ways to keep your kids from eating their entire bag of candy after trick or treating on Halloween? Dr. Madhu Mathur, MD, MPH, the Pediatrician and Obesity Medicine Physician with Lifestyle Medicine Center gives tips for preparing your child before heading out and helping them set healthy limits (without a meltdown)!
MEET A MOM— Maureen Sullivan
Meet Maureen Sullivan, or as her family & friends call her, Mo, a quintessential “people person” who loves to strike up a convo and make connections with anyone she meets. Mo works in real estate and lives in Rowayton with her husband, baby, and dog. You might see...
Transform Your Mudroom with Closet Factory!
Kathryn O’Brien, Senior Designer for Closet Factory shares her process for cre-ating a more usable and organized space for this important spot in the home.
Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from the BakerMama!
We love a good mom hack, and these Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from The BakerMama definitely will be our go-to this spooky season. We're *totally* on board with pre-made shortcuts like canned cinnamon rolls, so we can focus on making memories (not dough). Check...
Meet Kaile Zagger, Westport mom making groundbreaking change in the infant health space
Did you know that 9 out of 10 babies in the US are born without a critical strain of bac-teria (EVC001) that improves immunity, cognition and metabolomic health? Today we are speaking with Kaile Zagger, Westport mom and CEO of Infinant Health, a company working to replenish this bacteria in newborns, setting them on a trajectory for im-proved lifelong health! After years spent working on groundbreaking late-stage breast cancer research, she is now focused on revolutionizing the infant health space, and has been hailed by her peers as a “Warrior for women and children.”
5 Reasons to Join a Music Class with your Little One!
Thinking about joining a music class with your little one? Music Together gives us 5 reasons why you should!
MEET AN AUTHOR—Jacqueline Telgheder
We spoke with Jacqueline Telgheder, a Darien-based Parent Coach, who just launched her first book, Parenting with Ease. This helpful guide is filled with “impactful action steps” for parents that “present a way out of the trenches” while raising children and guiding...
How to Get Amazing Holiday Photos!
Holiday photos are one of the great end of year traditions. Sending out festive cards and updating framed photographs in your home is always lovely and nostalgic. The process itself, however, can get a little tricky (very tricky if you happen to have one or more...
The 2022 Private School Guide!
Choosing the right school for our children is a big decision and we know that it can feel overwhelming. As you consider the learning environment, teaching style and school philosophies that best suit your child, we hope this guide is helpful in your search. New...
Pumpkin Picking Season is Here!
October means Pumpkin Picking season! Grab the kids and pack up for a fun family outing. Scroll down for a list of pumpkin patches nearby!
Meet a Mom—Jennifer Foster
Meet Jennifer Foster, a mother of three from Darien. Besides hockey, running is a favorite family activity, and one of their top spots is Waveny Park. Jennifer serves as a Board member of the Mather Homestead Foundation as well as Board Chair of St. Luke’s School. Learn more about Jennifer, her family and why she loves living in Fairfield County.