Tablesetting 101: Host to Perfection!
This story was shared by our contributors Host to Perfection. The holidays are upon us and this year, more than ever, appreciate being together with your family and friends. So, whether you are hosting a casual or a formal dinner party, take the time to set a special...
3 Ways to Transform Your New Year’s Resolution Into Healthy Habits
This year, I want to exercise more, lose weight and eat better – sound familiar? That’s because some of our most common New Year’s resolutions revolve around adopting healthier lifestyles. While it’s easy to come up with a resolution, many of us struggle to stick to...
The Hangout Spot’s Recommendations for Taking the Stress out of the Holidays
Holidays are an exciting time to spend quality time with family and friends, enjoy great food, and embrace the season of giving. Holidays can also be extremely stressful: from the never ending to do list, the decorations, preparations, gift shopping, and endless...
Meet a Mom: Elizabeth Ballantyne
Meet Elizabeth Ballantyne, the New Canaan mom of two behind Stories, Songs, and Senses. Her parent-child classes are for toddlers up to age four, and they involve "digging into various sensory bins—rice, slime, gooey mud, finger paint, water play." The groups...
Holiday Gift Guide 2023
‘Tis the Season! Get some holiday inspiration with our 2023 Gift Guide and find the perfect present for everyone.