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MEET A MOM—Jacqueline Telgheder
Jacqueline Telgheder is a Certified Parent Coach who has four children ranging in age from 7 to 13. She and her husband moved to Darien 10 years ago, which is also her hometown. Jacqueline loves “transforming people’s lives” through her work at JBT Coaching, and she...
Talking Plants First with Dr. Katie!
Dr. Katie Takayasu is an Integrative Medicine doctor in Fairfield County and mom of two who has used her passion for plant-rich cooking and finding balance in lifestyle rhythms to write her first book! Plants First: A Physician’s Guide to Wellness Through a...
Why Are Moms So Angry All The Time
And How Can You Help Yourself Be A Calmer, Happier & Healthier Mom?
All About SecondSale.com
Buy and sell books with this smart new service.
Community Fund of Darien Launches Volunteer Matching Service
October 25, 2021 -- Thanks to its community investments in many local nonprofit organizations, The Community Fund of Darien (TCF) has strong ties to those who need volunteer help - and that list is growing. This month, TCF is launching The Volunteer Hub, a...
You’re invited: 11/10 Cardio Barre Class at New Canaan YMCA!
Join a FREE Class through our Community Sweat Series with the New Canaan YMCA. SIGN UP HERE!
Mom Hack: Make Frozen Cookie Dough from Your Halloween Candy!
Now that Halloween is about a week past its due date, you’re probably ready to get your kids’ candy out of the house. There are lots of good places to donate, from shelters to dentists’ offices to the military, but we stumbled upon this smart idea from The Baker...
MEET A MOM—Julie Vincent
Meet Julie Vincent, a Connecticut native and mother of two who lives in Rowayton. A Holistic Wellness Coach and yoga teacher, Julie started a company called Hearth Wellness to “empower moms to feel their best while raising a healthy family.” Learn about her transition...
Let’s Talk About Kindergarten
Join Head of Early Childhood Beth O’Brien and Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid Pam Safford for an intimate, informal conversation about New Canaan Country School's Kindergarten Program. Learn more about the...
Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
This is the Fall recipe you’ve been waiting for.
COVID-19 Halloween Safety Tips for Families
Social distancing may have put a damper on Halloween festivities last year but kids can safely get out their costumes this year. Magna Dias, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital and Regional Medical Director for Inpatient Pediatric Services at Yale New Haven...
Spiced Mulled Wine!
This warming cocktail is perfect for fall.
5 Things You’ll Love About Hopkins School
Here at the nation’s third oldest independent school, high-achieving, motivated students come to Hopkins to be inspired, challenged, and share in a love of learning. If your child is passionate about learning, here are five things you’ll love about a Hopkins...
MEET A MOM—Kate Kohut
Meet Kate Kohut, a photographer and mother of two who recently opened a studio called KKPhoto Stories in downtown New Canaan. Specializing in Fine Art photography, she schedules photo shoots for families and kids, in addition to doing portraits and fashion projects....
Spots to See Fall Foliage Across New England
Consider this your official guide to every leaf peeping hotspot in the Northeast. Pack the car and take advantage of some of the best places in the country for your best leaf-peeping road trip. Last Green Valley Scenic Byway Benedict Arnold walking trail Bafflin...
Spooky Non-Candy Halloween Treats!
Some candy alternatives to make your Halloween fun and special.
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....
Chicken Salad with Apple + Almonds!
Meal prep this lunch today to eat all week long.