The Blog Post Index
Recent Blog Posts
Molly Cioffi College Graduation
New Canaan Resident with Down syndrome focused Her Unique Abilities to Graduate from College—and Thanks Town. Local resident, 2018 New Canaan High School graduate and commencement speaker, Molly Cioffi, recently graduated from Lesley University in Cambridge,...
Learn to Row at Maritime Rowing Club (U14)
FALL 2022 – U14 LEARN TO ROW Maritime Rowing Club’s Fall Under 14 Learn-to-Row program is designed to help young rowers improve in all aspects of rowing including fitness, strength, flexibility, mental toughness, and discipline. Using facilities both on and off the...
MEET A DESIGNER—Sydney Ellis
Meet Sydney Ellis, a Darien native and the founder of Niall Knithouse. After working in the fashion industry for seven years, Ellis launched her sustainable, modular knitwear line in 2021. The collection "offers shoppers a way to reduce their yearly consumption, and...
Relax, Unwind & Enjoy Your Meal at The Farmhouse at the Crossroads
The Farmhouse at the Crossroads a brand new North Stamford restaurant! We have a review of the menu and details here!
4 Ways to Get Organized for Back to School!
School’s finally out for summer, but for parents, it’s just about time to start thinking ahead to Back to School! Making a game plan now for August and September, including ordering some key supplies, can really take the stress out of school prep. As experienced moms,...
Beach Reads: 10 Titles to Make Your Summer Sizzle!
There’s nothing like a fantastic beach read - or a poolside page turner - to prove it’s the simple things in life that make mom content. When the foolproof formula (warmth + book + breeze) comes together, the trifecta feels downright luxurious! Here are ten titles...
MEET A MOM—Merry Thornton
Meet Merry Thornton, the mom of two behind Element Medical Aesthetics in New Canaan. After living in New York City for many years, she and her husband moved to Katonah in 2009 for the “small-town ambience.”
How to Protect Your Kids From What You Can’t See in Your Home
How to Protect your Kids from What You Can't See in Your Home When it comes to the health of our kids, most parents these days are focusing on inoculations and infections. But when it comes to our homes, we often give little thought to potent environmental hazards...
8 Summer Air-Fryer Recipes to Try!
Air fryer recipes are so popular year round, but we love using the air fryer in Summer. If you need a break from grilling (or haave a rainy day!) it’s a fabulous way to whip up healthy eats, fast, without heating up the kitchen. Here’s a fun summer menu—made from top...
Ignite A Love of Reading in Middle School
Every parent wants their child to love reading. Developing strong reading skills builds the foundation for academic success and offers access to endless new worlds and experiences. But how do we encourage children to read when...
Patriotic Popcorn
To celebrate the Fourth of July, take your popcorn up a notch with some chocolate, festive sprinkles and M&M’s!
Strawberry Ripple Ice Cream Recipe!
A new book, Great Scoops: Recipes from a Neighborhood Ice Cream Shop, is a homemade ice cream-making bible, taking you through all the steps you need (including equipment purchases) and supplying endless recipes. In short, if you have making ice cream on your summer...
Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria
Cheers to Summer! We love a good Sangria in the warmer weather, and depending on the setting or food pairing, have served it in white, red or rose varieties. This Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria from The BakerMama is not only refreshing, but decorated with a patriotic,...
Summer Fun With Coastal Orthopedics
School is almost out for summer which means that your kids will have unlimited time for fun (within the boundaries you’ve set). The Coastal Orthopedics team always encourages your children to get outside, get active, and most importantly have fun! There are so many summer activities to choose from such as going on bike rides, playing on the playground, swimming, riding a skateboard and so much more. While it can seem like all fun and games, we advise that you take some precautions first!
Get Organized with the 5 Step Design Process from Closet Factory
Closet Factory offers custom storage solutions for all areas of your home.
Berry Caprese Salad
Summer is synonymous with salad, and now salad is synonymous with Kathleen Ashmore, Tik Tok Star and Local Moms Network Food Contributor. Her "Hungry Lady Salad" series is turning even salad skeptics into believers, and this Berry Caprese Salad is her latest...
Meet a Dad: Michael Acheson of Horseneck Wine!
Stop by Horseneck and let this experienced sommelier help you pick the perfect vino.
Meet the Founder of Gatsby Chocolate
If you’re a chocolate lover but not so sweet on extra calories, you’ll definitely want to know about our newest find, Gatsby Chocolate! Founded by Doug Bouton, the cofounder of Halo Top ice cream, Gatsby Chocolate is the lowest-calorie chocolate you can buy....
Meet a Dad: Chef Stephen Lewandowski of Townhouse!
This Greenwich restaurant has become a go-to destination quickly.
Is Summer Travel Safe?
By: John R. Schreiber, MD, MPH So your family is ready for a change of scenery, and the adults and older teens are fully vaccinated. But what if your younger child is still waiting on their COVID-19 vaccine?Before you make any spring or summer travel plans,...