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Meet Christa!

Meet Christa!

Welcome to your Meet a Mom Interview! Where are you from originally? Jersey Strong.   How long have you lived in New Canaan? How many kids and their age(s)? 6 years. Two little girls at West School.   Favorite things to do with your kids in general or in...

20+ Kid Friendly Restaurants in Fairfield County (thank you CT Bites!)

20+ Kid Friendly Restaurants in Fairfield County (thank you CT Bites!)

When The Port opened its doors in Westport recently, crafting a dining experience for all ages was part of the goal. “I’ve always wanted to open a restaurant, a neighborhood spot where locals can enjoy food that is approachable and comfortable,” said owner Sal...

DesignDot: Hour Style for busy moms!

DesignDot: Hour Style for busy moms!

We found the perfect design service for busy moms. Created by busy mom Megan Wunderlich, DesignDot is a local interior design firm that offers an easy and affordable way to decorate. With DesignDot’s Hour Style service, you pay by the hour for great design advice and...

All about the Sides!

All about the Sides!

Everybody loves a backyard BBQ - cold drinks, grilled meat and most importantly, some yummy side dishes.  Unlike when you eat inside and the main dish takes center stage, at a BBQ, everyone is always excited to see what you’re serving to compliment the grill. Don’t...

Mark Your Calendars! Your Local Sidewalk Sales 2017

Mark Your Calendars! Your Local Sidewalk Sales 2017

Thursday, July 6th – Saturday, July 8th
Save the dates of July 6,7, 8 for Darien’s Annual Sidewalk Sales and Family Fun Days! Bargains, Family Fun with Children’s Entertainment, Collectible Car Show, Bands, and great food! Sponsored by the Darien Chamber of Commerce

#itsallgood Tales and Tips from Roe Chlala at Festivities

#itsallgood Tales and Tips from Roe Chlala at Festivities

The end of June and beginning of July is a time that should feel really good… but the busyness of end of school seems to rob us of the sweet transition time to summer.
So let’s plan a “let’s go summer” closet filled with healthy, fun and yummy snacks and fun activities that are all set “to go” giving you time to enjoy the slower pace (hopefully).

Sunflowers for Wishes

Sunflowers for Wishes

Buttonwood Farm’s iconic annual event, Sunflowers for Wishes, is returning for its 14th year July 22nd through July 30th.

Meet Julie!

Meet Julie!

Welcome to your Meet a Mom Interview!   Where are you from originally? I am from New Canaan. I grew up going to East and West School, Saxe and NCHS. I moved away for several years, but nothing compares to this town. I moved back when my twins were 10 months old.   How...

FAMILY FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION 2017

FAMILY FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION 2017

The 37th Annual Family Fourth of July Celebration will be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at Waveny Park (raindate of Wednesday, July 5- Fireworks Only).

The Scoop on Summer Travel 2017!

The Scoop on Summer Travel 2017!

While many, if not most of you, have your summer vacation plans on the books – for any procrastinators out there (hoping it’s not just me) – here are a handful of tips and hacks from the team at KAYAK  to help you get a vacation plan on the books before back to school.

Walter Stewart's Summer Picnic Menu

Walter Stewart's Summer Picnic Menu

Celebrate Summer with Fresh-Made-to-Order Picnic Boxes from Walter Stewart’s. Whether you’re planning a family picnic this Summer or have tickets to a Summer Theatre of New Canaan show, you can order a delicious lunch or dinner picnic style to be picked up from Walter Stewarts!

New Kids On The Block with special guests Boyz II Men & Paula Abdul

New Kids On The Block with special guests Boyz II Men & Paula Abdul

“Our fans know we love to bring them a party, and this tour is no exception,” says NKOTB member Donnie Wahlberg. “It’s not just a show, it’s an experience. Paula Abdul is such a Pop icon and Boyz II Men is one of the best R&B acts of all time. It’s going to be a night of hit after hit, and we can’t wait to deliver the ‘Total Package’ to our fans!”

NC Library, Making Math Magical Over the Summer

NC Library, Making Math Magical Over the Summer

Come learn how you can use the summer so your child can catch up or get ahead with math without having it be a boring, stressful chore, but actually magical, meaningful, fun, and effective, so your child is competent and confident.

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