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8 Unique Hanukkah Recipes
Try one of these recipes for your Hanukkah celebrations.

Holiday Shows You Don’t Want To Miss!
Check out this list of amazing shows coming to this month, from the Nutcracker to Elf the Musical, and many more.

2023 Holiday Decorating Trends
Local mom of 3 and founder of @luluquadri, Mariane shares holiday design inspiration and trends for 2023.

Christmas Trees & Holiday Decor
Check out these local spots for all of your Holiday decorating needs.

Best Ice Skating Spots Around!
Check out these ice skating spots!

Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Lights!
Tree lightings and Holiday Light Displays are some of the best family traditions for December. Below is a list of dates for local tree lightings, as well as information on outdoor light displays, including Newtown's Holiday Home Light Tour. Tree Lighting Events 11/24:...

Where to Visit With Santa!
It’s early November and do you know where to find Santa this Holiday season?

Local Turkey Trots Happening This Month
Before you sit down to your big Thanksgiving meal, sign up to run or walk a Turkey Trot.

Meet an Author: Amy Palanjian of Yummy Toddler Food: Dinnertime SOS!
Our favorite picky-eating expert talks about her new book and making mealtimes easier for moms.

Cozy Coconut, Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Spiced Soup
Put this superfood-filled soup on your fall menu rotation.

Talking to Kids About the Israel-Hamas War in the Era of Social Media
As parents, one of our fundamental instincts is to protect our children. The extreme violence happening in the Middle East, including the terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel, the horrifying deaths of Israeli and Palestinian civilians, including children,...

No-vember: 9 Things to Say No to This Month
Learn this new phrase and use it to launch a holiday season that everyone (even you) enjoys.

Molly Sims’ 5-Minute Skincare Routine
Refresh your face for fall with Molly’s go-to products.

Caramel Apple Recipe from Food Network’s Melissa D’Arabian
Use up your apple haul with this versatile fall recipe.

Best Spots to Enjoy the Fall Colors
Last week I started to notice the leafs on the edges of the road when I was on a walk. According to the Danbury News Times DEEP is predicting a fall full of vibrant colors. They're predicting peak will begin around 10/3 in the northeastern and northwestern corners of...

Halloween Events Round-Up
Get your spooky on this season at one of these activities or events.

4-Ingredient Sour Cream Chive Dip
This dip takes 5 minutes to come together and will be a Game Day staple.

List of Local Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches
Our favorite fall activies are in full gear. Here's a list of local Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches that will fill your weekends with fun through the end of October. Did I miss one? Please email [email protected] to add your favorites.Castle Hill Farm,...

The Fall Registration Guide is Here!
Now that the Back-to-School rush is winding down a bit, Fall activities are set to begin. If you’re looking for something new for your child to try this fall, here’s a list of local programs to check out. Click here for the full guide.

Help Fight the Spotted Lantern Fly in CT!
Have you heard about the Spotted Lanternfly—the invasive species popping up in our area? It looks like a butterfly with shades of black and red, but it’s actually a flying insect that can severely damage local trees and plants. They were only discovered in 2014 but...