Printables
How to Prepare Your Child for Sleepaway Camp
Are your kids going to sleepaway camp this summer? As you pack those bags, both parents and kids may be feeling a little nervous—and that's totally normal. We asked Renee Flax, Director of Camper Placement for the American Camp Association, NY and NJ, for her best...
Books to Share on Father’s Day and All Year Round!
This story was contributed by literary specialist and mom Rosemary D’Urso, aka the “Library Mom”. Go to librarymom.com for more of her expert picks, and follow her on Instagram @librarymombooks. Finding that perfect gift for Father’s Day can be tricky,...
Child Custody in Connecticut
In all divorce cases in which there are children under the age of 18, the court will need to make orders concerning the custody of the children. A custody order will have two parts: legal and physical custody. Learn from Ferro & Battey LLC some of the things you should know or contact them for more information!
Add Tile to Your Next Outdoor Project!
Creating a beautiful outdoor space is comprised of many factors including landscape, furniture and fire pits! But the first step when designing or re-designing an outdoor space is thinking about the patio and flooring for the area. Because there are so many options,...
Easy Summer Cocktail – Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler
Thank you to The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano of From Scratch with Maria for sharing this delicious recipe! It's really the perfect summer sip—refreshing, special, and able to be prepped ahead of time. Make a batch of the mint simple syrup on Sunday...
Find the Perfect Furniture for Your Outdoor Space!
If there is one thing this past year has taught us, it is the importance of family. Many of us have come to realize and appreciate the luxury of connecting with loved ones in our own backyard. At United Home & Patio, owners Andy and Adrienne Cunningham would love...
MEET A DAD: Mike Burkhart
Meet Darien native Mike Burkhart, a father of three who, with the exception of college, has lived here his whole life. As Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Ring’s End, a family-owned building materials supplier, he loves working with customers and...
Places to “Pick Your Own” Berries and More!
We turned to our friends at Stamford Moms for some helpful resources on strawberry picking! Some farms have already begun "pick your own" outings, while others expect to start soon. Below you’ll find a list of great farms nearby that offer strawberry picking. The...
New Canaan YMCA’s Rainbow Station Introduces New 5’s Pre-K Program
Introducing the New Canaan YMCA’s Rainbow Station 5’s Pre-K program beginning this fall! The program is designed specifically for children who would benefit from a year of support, growth, and preparation before entering kindergarten. The Rainbow Station 5’s Pre-K...
Meet Tim Masters, the Dad Behind My Green Mattress!
When Tim Masters’ daughter Emily developed allergies and eczema as a baby, he and his wife Cindy set out to solve her issues through any means necessary. Tim had been in the mattress business since he was a teenager, eventually purchasing the business from his mentor...
Easy Dinner: One-Pan Skillet Spaghetti!
There’s a time and place for cooking an elaborate meal, and it’s not during the week. Especially in the fun but frenetic weeks between school finishing up and camp beginning. This one-pan skillet spaghetti recipe from Kathleen, the mom behind CatwithaK Cooks, is more...
Meet the Female Executives Behind Flow Alkaline Spring Water!
Anyone else feel like staying hydrated is a constant battle? Especially as we head into summer, increasing your water intake is so crucial to your health. But if you’re not great about drinking water (hello, coffee and wine!) you should definitely try our newest...