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Save Money Fast on Prescriptions with Hippo!
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...
MEET A MOM: Ria Rueda
Meet Ria Rueda, a New Canaan mom who helps raise awareness and funds for Food for the Front Lines (FFTFL). Created in response to COVID-19, FFTFL supports community restaurants while feeding frontline workers. Rueda, who is a PR professional and the founder of Bread...
Your CBD Store Is Now Open on Elm Street!
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...
Transitional Tutoring: Helping Your New College or High School Student Stay on Track
This story was provided and sponsored by Alliance Tutoring. According to a report put out by the ACT, a college testing agency, the national average in the United States for college freshman retention rate is 65.7%. That means that more than one third of college...
Fourth of July Recipe Round-Up!
Credit: Freut Cake[/caption] Need some ideas for your 4th of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides. Hope everyone has a happy—and healthy—holiday this year. DrinksWatermelon Mojito from Barefoot ContessaBoozy...
Meet Two Dads: Douglas Graneto & Wear Culvahouse
This week we’re happy to be featuring two dads for our “Meet a Dad” story! Douglas Graneto, principal of Douglas Graneto Design and his husband Wear Culvahouse, a retired OB/GYN who is now COO of the company, live in Greenwich, CT with their 11-year-old daughter...
Governor Lamont Announces Plans for the 2020-21 School Year Amid the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Release (Hartford, CT) Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona today announced details of the framework to allow all students – in all school districts statewide – the opportunity to have access to in-school, full-time instruction at the...
Every Kid Wins – Pinstripes Art Challenge!
Pinstripes is inviting children up to the age of 12 to create a personal work of art that describes their favorite thing about coming to Pinstripes with their family or friends. It can be about the games they enjoy, their favorite food, the fun decor, a party they’ve...
MEET A COACH: Nate Jean-Baptiste
To celebrate Father's Day this weekend, we are featuring local dads who are making a difference in the community! Our first “Meet a Dad” is Nate Jean-Baptiste, Program Director/Head of Player Development at High Rise Basketball. Besides spending time with his three...
Meet the Founder Behind OYUN Luxury Loungewear
Interested in upgrading your “mom uniform” with super comfortable but incredibly stylish go-to pieces? We’re always looking for clothing that fits this bill, and that’s why we were thrilled to learn (and share) all about OYUN. Founded a year ago by fashion industry...
MEET A DAD: Steve Bloom
This week’s Meet a Dad is Steve Bloom, a New Canaan native and father of a young son named Albie. Not only is he Owner and Director of Camp Playland, he grew up on the camp property. For more about Steve and his family, check out the interview. How old are your kids,...
New Summer Read: Happy & You Know It!
Author Laura Hankin’s book, Happy and You Know It, shines a spotlight on a rich and hilarious topic—kids music classes. Laura is, in real life, a playdate musician in addition to being an author, and hilariously and adeptly covers the outlandish world of Upper East...
Cocktails for Summer!
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer! Photos: Sarah Anne Ward Spa...
Where To Go Strawberry Picking This Year!
Strawberry picking in Connecticut is a fun annual activity! Some farms have already begun pick your own, while others expect to start within the next few days. Below you’ll find a list of great farms nearby that offer strawberry picking! Keep in mind, there are new...
MEET A DAD: Nick Martschenko
Our latest "Meet a Dad" is Nick Martschenko, chef and owner of South End and Uncorked in New Canaan. Besides spending time with his three children, he loves food (of course), sports and anything outdoors. Read more to find out how he went from playing rugby to working...
Best Baby & Kids Sunscreens for Summer 2020!
Looking to keep your kids safe from the sun this summer? The first thing to look for in a sunscreen is a physical (as opposed to chemical) formula. Safer ingredients include zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, while ones to avoid include avobenzone, oxybenzone,...
Hoffman Landscapes Acquires Kent Greenhouse & Gardens
Business will continue under the Kent Greenhouse & Gardens name, in the same location, with all employees retained Wilton, CT – Hoffman Landscapes, Fairfield...
MEET A DAD: Tim Nee
To celebrate Father’s Day, we are profiling local dads during the month of June. Our first “Meet a Dad” is Tim Nee, a father of two and Darien native who grew up playing Little League baseball here. In 2018, he started a local business called Darien Garage Door and...
What You Need To Know About COVID-19 Related Child Inflammatory Disease
We’ve heard a lot in the news lately about pediatric multi-system inflammatory disease being linked to COVID-19 cases in kids. The new development is frightening for families, especially as we weigh the possibility of camp, and school next year. So what exactly do we...
Love Your Home this Summer with Dibico!
This story was provided and sponsored by Dibico. Most of us have found ourselves spending more time in our homes than we ever have in the past - and without the usual distractions of everyday life, noticing anything that’s in need of repair, updating or just...