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April is 30 Days of Family Month in New Canaan

April is 30 Days of Family Month in New Canaan

The Town of New Canaan’s Youth and Family Services has teamed up with other Asset Building Organizations to announce the fourth consecutive April is 30 Days of Family Month in New Canaan.

It's Back! Healthyville® at Stepping Stones Museum

It's Back! Healthyville® at Stepping Stones Museum

Now – Labor Day 2017 The museum’s beloved Healthyville exhibit is back and better than ever! New additions to the popular experience allow us to learn even more about fitness and nutrition: "Shop" for healthy foods in the market Brush a giant set of teeth Study...

50+ Favorite Children's Books

50+ Favorite Children's Books

Read Across America is a “year-round program focused on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships, and reading resources”. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the National Education Alliance’s Read Across America initiative, we are sharing Jana McQueen’s 50+ favorite children’s books.

Meet Anne!

Meet Anne!

Welcome to your Meet a Mom Interview!   Where are you from originally? I’m originally from Naperville, IL. After college, I lived in Cambridge, MA for 6 years and then moved back to the Chicago area to go to business school.   How long have you lived in New Canaan?...

YWL Funds New Facility for Children’s Connection

YWL Funds New Facility for Children’s Connection

Leaders from the Young Women’s League of New Canaan and the Children’s Connection met recently to discuss the future of their new Trauma Care Clinic. Children’s Connection, a part of the Human Services Council, works with children and families of children (newborn-18Y) that have made disclosures regarding sexual or severe physical abuse who live, work or were victimized in the towns of New Canaan, Norwalk, Wilton and Westport.

Spring Clothing Switcheroo for your Kiddos!

Spring Clothing Switcheroo for your Kiddos!

Move your kids’ boots to the back of the closet and pull out their bathing suits! It’s time to begin thinking about switching their clothing, as warmer weather approaches.   Here’s how:   Look at your child’s spring clothes and don’t forget the boxes of...

NC Libraray – Jeepers Creepers

NC Libraray – Jeepers Creepers

Encounter some creepy-looking creatures. You will see and touch a variety of reptiles (including a 10+ foot python), amphibians, arachnids, giant insects and more! Don’t worry, we won’t bite!

Introducing L'objet within L’Armoire

Introducing L'objet within L’Armoire

L’Armoire boutique in New Canaan has been selling incredible apparel for 32-years and owner Diane Roth is showing no signs of slowing down as she reveals her brand-new space: L’objet.

Meet Beth & Marley!

Meet Beth & Marley!

Welcome to your Meet a Mom Interview!  Where are you from originally? B: I'm a little bit of a mutt! I grew up in Manhattan on the Upper East Side (hence my never ending love of Chinese food) but during high school we moved down to New Orleans where my mom is from...

Jaq Belcher bring "An Inverception" to Heather Gaudio Fine Art

Jaq Belcher bring "An Inverception" to Heather Gaudio Fine Art

Heather Gaudio Fine Art is pleased to announce “An Inverception,” a site-specific installation created by roster artist Jaq Belcher. This is the first time the gallery will dedicate its entire space to one artist who will create a work designed specifically for its location.

Irish Soda Bread with a Twist compliments of Anna Gass

Irish Soda Bread with a Twist compliments of Anna Gass

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Saint Patty’s Day is right around the corner but I can promise you, I’m not making corned beef and cabbage.  As much as I love traditions, my kids don’t like it so after a few years of way too many leftovers, I stopped making the effort.  I...

Hang 10 on a surfboard, sip a fruity frozen drink and carve some Spam® as The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk helps you imagine a tropical getaway March 18 & 19 during its annual “Long Island Sound Luau.”

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