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Despite the amazing efforts to make outdoor dining accessible throughout Fairfield County, the local restaurant industry has been hit hard by the pandemic. That’s why we wanted to share a wonderful new cookbook featuring 100 recipes from CT chefs to benefit Food For...

There are many elements to design; with the ability to transform a space and evoke emotion, one could argue color is the most important and vital in creating a unique space. Enter Curator Paints.  Aptly named, this new designer paint collection contains 144 colours...

This year, the “back-to-school” transition feels a little different. Along with pencils and notebooks, some of us are adding masks to backpacks. Maybe we’re prepping to homeschool or do virtual school, with mom as teacher. Others are dividing into pods with friends....

With many schools requiring kids to wear masks, teaching kids to keep their mask on is going hand in hand with teaching ABCs and geometry. Help your child’s teacher by encouraging your kids with these easy tips! Practice During Screen TimeWe’ve hearing this tip giving...

As school districts across our area decide what the 2020-2021 school year will look like, many of us are also deciding what learning models we are most comfortable with for our children. For some of us this means either all or partial distance learning, homeschool or...

Anthony Porto, MD, medical director of ambulatory operations at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital, discusses the convenience of virtual visits and shares how parents can make the most out of a video visit with their child. For more information, visit:...

Dock & Dine Restaurants with Water Views For locals in Fairfield County, the Long Island Sound can make summer feel like a vacation. Boating is even more popular these days, lending itself to the perfect social distancing activity. Waterfront restaurants are a...

Pinstripes has reimagined their venues to comply with all safety standards and provide a safe and fun visit experience. Their new bowling and bocce concierge services ensure a fun gaming experience, and their large patios and indoor venues provide worry-free dining....

We love, love summer, but hate the bugs that come along with it. That’s why we’re thrilled to partner with Fox Pest Control, who has been helping busy families enjoy their homes pest-free since 2012.  (For a free inspection and estimate, and even same day service,...

Among the many changes to summer plans this summer are vacation plans! But with many of us feeling drained from juggling work with having our children at home, the need for a vacation has never been greater! While many of us may not feel comfortable with staying in a...

Of course, coronavirus is on all of our minds this summer, particularly as we look towards the Fall and various back to school plans. But as we spend more time at home and continue to stay safe through social distancing, experts urge parents not to forget about the...

  Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought varieties, making them allows you to control the...

      As moms, we’re always looking to save money and time. That’s where our new partner, Hippo, comes in. It’s a free digital savings card that helps people save up to 97% on their prescription medications—just by using their app or website to instantly compare...

We are very excited to welcome Your CBD Store to Elm Street, the newest merchant to open in New Canaan.  In this small business feature, we interview the founder and owner, Anthony Pisano.   How did you decide to launch Your CBD Store in New Canaan? I decided to...