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All you need to know about this annual event.

Weekend Activity: Check out a Local Corn Maze!

Moms from around the country share their back-to-school plans.

This creative father of three makes lunches that double as art.

One of the best activities for fall: PYO Apples!

As the new school year begins, it's time to get your family back into a routine and on that Fall schedule. Check out these local offerings (both virtual and in-person) for kids of all ages. Kratos Gymnastics, located in Bethel, has programs designed to offer students...

Plus how damaging to kids’ eyes is increased screen time?

No question – the 2020/2021 school year will be challenging. If you child needs extra support this year, check out our list of local Tutors & Specialists.

We’re celebrating this new chapter by keeping traditions like clothes shopping, even though this year may feel different.

Get your child acclimated to this new protocol in advance of their first day of school.

Connecticut holds its 20th Annual Sales Tax Free Week from 8/16 – 8/22.

We’re over it (especially after last week) and here’s how we’re coping.

Head into Fall with new items from these local stores.

A musician at the Five Sense Festival   This Summer may look a little different than any in the past, and that includes rethinking that traditional summer vacation.  If you’re looking for day trip or weekend events ideas, here are a few to consider:   Five...

A few truths we’ve learned over the past few months.

Links to local schools’ re-entry plans.

If you’re vacation’s been cancelled, consider planning a camping trip instead!

I talked to Danbury mom Dr. Fanta Waterman about how ways to assess risk as it relates to COVID-19.

National Ice Cream Day is Sunday July 21st. Where will you be grabbing ice cream this weekend?

Make sure you take these precautions and then keep the focus on fun this season.