Printables
Biographer Andrew Morton to Discuss His Book, THE QUEEN!
Darien Library and Ferguson Library invite all British royalty enthusiasts to a special event on this side of the Atlantic that is not to be missed. Biographer Andrew Morton, bestselling author of biographies of the Duke and Dutchess of Windsor, Prince Andrew,...
Everyday Celebrations from Scratch!
The holidays are just a few short weeks away, and that means holiday parties are about to be in full swing. Whether you’re hosting family for casual dinners or throwing a formal fete for a crowd, a new book from Maria Provenzano, “Everyday Celebrations from Scratch”,...
5 Ways to Make Matching Holiday PJs A Tradition that Works for Your Family!
Matching PJs have been a growing family tradition for years, creating priceless memories—as well as photos for social media! But getting kids (not to mention spouses!) to take part in any group activities can sometimes require some prodding. That’s why we’re sharing...
Helping Your Child Develop Resilience
The Children’s School welcomes renowned psychologist Dr. Robert Brooks to present their first parenting workshop of the year.
MEET A MOM — Arianne O’Donnell
Meet local mom Arianne O’Donnell, a halotherapist and the owner of Salt Cave of Darien.
Weird Wonders at The Maritime Aquarium
Join The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk for Weird Wonders, a day of wacky experiments and mind-blowing science shows on Saturday, November 5. They are partnering with Mad Science of Fairfield County to bring science to life through a variety of hands-on, fun STEM...
Everyday Apple Tart!
Whether you're baking for Thanksgiving, or just want to use up your apple-picking stash, this Everyday Apple Tart from TikTok star Kathleen Ashmore is an instant classic (that happens to be gluten-free!). INSTRUCTIONS 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2/3 cup...
Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes!
Need a last minute Halloween treat? Try these festive Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes from South OC Moms Network! Ingredients Vanilla Ice Cream (you can also use orange sherbet if you want to dye one less layer)Food coloring: yellow and orangeWhip...
Simple Updates to Get Your Kitchen Holiday Ready!
Refinishing your cabinets can be a perfect way to update your kitchen! Crystal Decor Painting explains how it keeps you from spending a huge amount of money, while giving the heart of your house a nice facelift!
The Play Space’s Tips for Successful Trick or Treating
Halloween is a fun time to dress up and go trick or treating, but for our little ones it can also be a long overwhelming night, with scary twists and turns, that younger ones may not be ready for. Don’t stress! Here are some fun-filled Halloween tips to ensure a...
MEET A MOM—Shelby K. Smith
Today’s Meet a Mom is Shelby K. Smith, a mother of two and an artist in Darien. A former beauty executive, Shelby is a self-taught artist who turned her talent—and passion for color—into a new hobby during the pandemic. Shelby’s modern, geometric works will be on...
MEET A MOM – Margaret Riley
Meet Margaret Riley, a New Canaan mom of three and Executive Director of the YMCA. She and her family are long-time residents who moved to town in 1998, and their most memorable town events include: summer concerts at Waveny, the Fourth of July fireworks and caroling...