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Easy Weeknight Dinner: Pesto Mac & Cheese
If your kids are like ours, you have some serious mac ‘n cheese connoisseurs in your house. And as parents, we’re always looking to boost the nutrition in this dinnertime staple. We’ve been known to stir in some peas, (very fined) chopped spinach, and even pureed...
Meet the CT Moms Behind Quad Jobs
Andra Winokur Newman and Betsy O’Reilly are two of the cofounders behind QuadJobs, a dynamic business that is changing the way busy people (including, yes, moms!) get the help they need. Launched just a few years ago, it is the #1 job creator for college students in...
Jack Knife Sharpening at Weed & Duryea
Head to Weed & Duryea (21 Grove Street, New Canaan) to get your knives sharpened with Jack Knife Sharpening. They will be sharpening knives and handing out store coupons on 11/4, 11/11 and 11/18. Get your knives ready for holiday cooking and get...
NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL LOWER SCHOOL CLOSE-UP
Parents are invited to get a closer look at New Canaan Country School’s academic curriculum, athletic and music programs deliberately designed to meet the needs of students in grades 1 through 4. Registration is encouraged; drop-ins welcome. For more...
New Canaan Turkey Trot
Be sure to sign your family up for a local Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving! New Canaan Turkey Trot - 11/17 at Waveney Park Castle Rowayton Turkey Trot - 11/28 at the Community Center, 33 Highland Avenue, Rowayton
Special Class for New Canaan & Darien Moms
November 7th - Grab a friend and enjoy a special Class for New Canaan & Darien Moms at 9:30 am followed by brunch from Rosie’s Cafe. Plus, enjoy a complimentary week from 11/4 to 11/11 of classes, luxe amenities & childcare. Location...
A COMPLETELY NEW SHOPPING EXPERIENCE IS HERE!
The SoNo Collection, a modern boutique shopping center with an emphasis on art and community gathering, recently opened in Norwalk, CT! We're here to help you get acquainted with the 700,000 sq. ft anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdales. It features 87,000 sq. ft of...
Meet a Mom: Meet Lauren Wingent of 80/20 Wellness
Read all about Lauren Wingent, our latest Meet a Mom! Now based in New Canaan, Lauren decided to leave behind a corporate career to pursue her passion in nutrition. As founder of 80/20 Wellness, she helps clients “live mostly healthy, most of the time.” ...
Cloud Storage vs. Local Storage
We’ve all gotten that message that say’s we’re running out of storage, but it can be frustrating to figure out how and why this is happening. See the break down below on how to check and manage your storage:Cloud storage is a server farm likely based in...
Hoot & Howl at Darien Nature Center
Come to the 17th annual Hoot & Howl on Sunday, October 27 from 4-6pm. The event will have some not-too-spooky family fun such as crafts, a magic show, s’mores around a bonfire, face painting, animal encounters and more! Children under 1 are FREE....
St. Luke’s School Open House
Come see all St. Luke’s has to offer for 9 th – 12 th grade students at the Upper School Open House. Sign up here for the event on Sunday, October 27 from 12pm – 3pm. Take a tour of the campus, meet students and faculty and learn more about the school’s...
New Canaan Halloween Block Party
One of New Canaan’s most popular events is the Annual Halloween Block Party. Ghosts, goblins, fairy princesses, superheroes, children of all ages and their dogs are invited to head in to town and show off their costume. Elm Street will be closed to cars...
BMW of Darien Is So Excited to Present the All New BMW X7!
There’s plenty of room for the whole family in this spacious SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle). Enjoy seating for seven with second-row bench seats, or opt for the six-seater configuration with all-electric Captain’s Chairs. The X7 is the biggest BMW ever...
Meet the Neurosurgeon Mom Behind Cerebelly!
This week’s meet-a-mom is Teresa Purzner, the accomplished mom of three who recently launched Cerebelly, an amazing new baby food brand. When she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for, she developed her own, which...
NEINH: How Pre-Concussion Screening Can Help With Concussion Treatment
Concussions in children can be scary and as parents we'd love a way to prevent them. While that isn't always possible, there is something you can do beforehand to help doctors better treat your child in the event of a traumatic brain injury. The New England Institute...
Pumpkin Turkey Chili
This story was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife. PUMPKIN TURKEY CHILI INGREDIENTS Olive Oil 1 Large Yellow Onion, Diced 2 Cloves Of Garlic, Minced 1 Lb. Of Ground Turkey 1 Packet Of Chili Seasoning 2 Tsp. Of Paprika 2...
New Canaan Country School Open House
Essentials for a Fall Tablescape
Fall is upon us; it's probably the most desired season! The temperature starts to drop, the air becomes crisp, and people are slowly drawn into hibernation mode. Hosting at home can be cozy this time of year; we are sharing 5 essentials for a fall...
Animals That Can Ruin your Roof (and What to Do About Them)
The weather seems to have a mind of its own these days, with temperatures swinging 30 degrees in 24 hours but we all know winter is coming. That is the time of year animals tend to seek shelter in YOUR HOME! Unfortunately, those same cute...
Meet a Mom: Katie Cullinane
Introducing Katie Cullinane…our latest Meet a Mom. This mother of three calls Darien home,and she loves having 23 extended family member in town! When not taking care of Johnny (7),Nora (5) and Alice (2), she is busy working in Greenwich as Director of...