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MEET A MOM: Rebecca Comizio
Meet school psychologist Rebecca Comizio, a Greenwich-based mother of four who is known as “the feelings teacher” at New Canaan Country School. She also works as a therapist at The Waverly Group, counseling children, adolescents and parents. Additionally, she runs...
10 Things Your “Best Friend” Might Want To Know About Divorce
TEN THINGS YOUR “BEST FRIEND” MIGHT WANT TO KNOW ABOUT DIVORCE! When can I DATE? Does the CAUSE OF THE BREAKDOWN matter? How much does “the affair” matter? Alcohol? Drugs? Physical/emotional abuse? Are E-mails discoverable? Who will get CUSTODY of our children and...
Meet the Custom Builder Behind Fletcher
Fletcher Development specializes in custom home construction and opportunistic commercial assets. Recognized for many HOBI Awards, Fletcher delivers impeccable, unparalleled products. Ryan Fletcher, a Sergeant in the Infantry Division of United States Marine Corps,...
Healthy Halloween Veggie & Fruit Board!
Halloween is almost here and we are sharing an amazing last-minute, festive board from The BakerMama, which incorporates much needed vegetables into an adorable design. If you haven’t been, make The BakerMama’s Instagram and site a regular stop for inspiration...
What exactly is a Montessori School?
What exactly is a Montessori school and how does a Montessori kindergarten classroom differ from a traditional kindergarten classroom? Let's consider some of the differences below: The role of the teacher. In a traditional classroom, the teacher is typically viewed as...
12 Easy Halloween Recipes!
Get your crew into the spooky spirit with these fun, simple recipes. We’re rounded up our favorite snack, dessert and even cocktail recipes from around the web. We hope they make your holiday just a little more festive—and delicious. SnacksSmoky Pumpkin Deviled Eggs...
Fall Pests: 5 To Watch Out For!
You may think since the weather is cooling off, pests like bugs and other critters will start disappearing—but sadly, it isn’t so. According to the experts at Fox Pest Control, some pests actually start appearing in Fall—often looking for shelter or food before...
Meet a Mom: Shoe Designer & Entrepreneur Rebecca Allen!
We’re thrilled to share our latest fashion find—and partner—Rebecca Allen. This chic line of nude shoes has already gained buzz everywhere from Elle to Refinery29, and it’s easy to see why. First of all, the shoes are gorgeous; the line is a curated collection that...
10 Ways to Celebrate Halloween Safely
Halloween is an annual rite of passage for kids. From the first time a new walker toddles up to trick or treat with his parents, to older kids finally being allowed to go door-to-door on their own—Halloween is as much a part of childhood as any holiday. Which makes it...
Meet George Knapp of PBandJ Babyproofing
Meet George Knapp, the owner of PBandJ Babyproofing. A carpenter by trade, George started a building and remodeling company in 1993 and was often asked to install baby gates and other safety features. After solving problems that babyproofers couldn’t fix, he decided...
Ring’s End: Your Inspiration. Our Expertise
If you have lived in Fairfield County for some time, chances are you have made a stop at Ring’s End. If you’re new to town, you may still be on the hunt for the local home improvement store in your area. To the homeowner, Ring’s End is a local resource you can trust...
New Canaan Country School is now accepting applications for Fall 2021-22
New Canaan Country School is now accepting applications for Fall 2021-22. A co-ed, independent, day school, the school welcomes students in Pre-K (ages 3 & 4) through Grade 9 from all over the region to its 75-acre campus. Join them on a Campus Tour online or in...
Meet a Mom: Chrissy Mactaggart of Who We Play For!
Chrissy Mactaggart is this week’s Meet a Mom! This Greenwich Mom has lived in Greenwich for 22 years with her husband Ian and three kids; Emma, 20, is a junior at Dartmouth, Kelli, 19, is a sophomore at Boston College and Annabelle, 17, is a senior at Greenwich...
Fall Veggie Chili!
It’s officially chili season! Chili is one of our favorite Fall weeknight meals for so many reasons. First, it’s as easy as chopping up ingredients. Second, you can customize it in endless ways (vegan/meat, spicy/mild, gluten-free, etc.). Finally, you can put it on...
Meet a Dad: Arthur Lih III of LifeVac!
Arthur Lih, III is the Inventor and CEO of LifeVac, an upper airway clearance device that can save someone from choking to death. The device has saved 78 lives around the world to date—including the lives of 27 children. We spoke to Arthur, dad to Jackie (15), about...
Middle School Matters: Academic Approach
It’s only October, but this has already been a challenging school year for students, parents, and teachers. At Academic Approach, we’re happy to be back in the rhythm of a new school year. Even as students and teachers work remotely, we continue to offer one-on-one...
Join St. Luke’s School Middle School Virtual Open House
It’s a challenging time for families—particularly when it comes to school. If you would like to find out what your child’s school day would be like at St. Luke’s, please join them Sunday, October 18 at noon for the Middle School Virtual Open House. During this Zoom...
Your Home Office: 5 Tips for Making It Work for Your Whole Family!
These days, it’s more common than ever to have a child learning from home or a parent working from home. So home offices—once used only at homework time or on weekends—or front and center. That’s why we asked the experts at Horderly to share their simple 5-step...
Who We Play For: Preventing Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Did you know that Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death amongst student athletes and on school campuses? And that 1 in 300 kids have an undetected heart condition that puts them at risk? That’s why the parents behind Who We Play For (WWPF) formed a...
KC Kids Convention Is October 17th Thru 18th
KC 2020 is a two-day virtual convention for and about children who want to make a positive social impact in their community. On October 17 and 18, join Stepping Stones Museum for Children and its partners, the Connecticut State Department of Education, Literacy How...