Around Town

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Heading back-to-school often includes a fresh haircut or trim.

Right around now, between soaking up the end of summer and racing through your family’s back-to-school checklist, you’re probably trying to schedule your child’s yearly well visit with their pediatrician – including that old standby, the annual flu shot. But this year, there’s a twist: A COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 12 could be ready soon, too. Should you try to space out your child’s vaccinations? Plan them together? What’s safe, and what’s even possible? For answers, we turned to Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP, physician-in-chief at Connecticut Children’s.

Here’s the full run-down on what you can save on.

As summer wraps up our eyes are set on getting organized and ready for the first day of school. From shoes to clothing to snack & haircuts, I’ve compiled a list of local businesses & brands that will help you check off all your kids’ back-to-school needs....

5 ideas for end of summer fun!

Summer is officially in full swing, and our newest partner, Ledge Lounger, wants to make sure your family has tons of fun this year!

From your master bedroom closet to your pantry or your home office, The Closet Factory takes care of all your home organizational needs with space saving solutions.

The teachers & staff at Fraser Woods Montessori want to the thank the school community for an unprecedented 2020/2021 school year. Click here for video highlights.

Pack a picnic and head out to one of these family-friendly events/spots.

Here’s what we did at the Aquarium & Dinosaur Place.

Pack a picnic (and maybe some snacks) & enjoy a local outdoor movie night!

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All of our favorites in one place!

A list of fireworks displays happening locally.

A visit to a local splash pad is the perfect summer activity for kids!

Just in time for Father’s Day, Dan Riccio owner of Ricci’s Salon & Hero Barbershop shares the story of his family business and we’re they’re headed!

We asked Virginia Brown, educator and owner of The Global Child for the tops things to ask during a tour.