Around Town
Spotlight: The Local Gourmet, Kitchen & Market — Fresh, Homemade Meals for Busy Local Families
A fresh, local alternative to meal kits—made daily, never delivered, and always customizable. Pick up in Southbury, Newtown, or Watertown and make dinner easy all week.
Thanksgiving Day Crafts to Keep Kids Busy (and Happy!) at Dinner
8 craft ideas rounded up from around the web.
Strong as a Mother: Expert Prenatal Education & Lactation Support in Newtown
If you’re expecting a baby or navigating the early days (and nights!) of feeding, having the right support can make all the difference. That’s exactly why Strong as a Mother was created—a Newtown-based practice focused on evidence-based, compassionate care for growing...
Your 2025 Local Holiday Tree Guide
Kick off the holidays with a local tradition! Find the best farms near Newtown/Danbury to cut or buy your perfect Christmas tree.
Community Support
As we head into the holiday season, it’s more important than ever to make sure every family in our community has what they need. Discover local food pantries and ways to give back right here in Newtown and beyond.
Think Tick Season is Over? Here’s Why It’s Not
Fall is actually the most important time to address rodent control, before mice and rats establish themselves indoors for the winter.
Back to School Lunchbox Inspiration from the Lunch Box Dad
Anyone else dreading packing a lunch again as we head back to school? (Or if you’re homeschooling, making and serving yet another meal at home?) For inspiration, we turned Beau Coffron, the dad of three behind the @lunchboxdad Instagram account and lunchboxdad.com....
3 Strategies for Gifting Money to Your Children
Now that you’ve achieved financial security for your family, you might be asking yourself, What’s the smartest way to share this success with my children?
Local Connecticut Spots Where You Can Pick Your Own Apples
Fall is is here and pick your own apples is one of those must-do activities. Here’s a list of Connecticut Pick Your Own Apple Orchards.
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the New School Year
Reset for the new school year with these tips from Dr. Jennifer Okwerekwu.
8 Must-Have Backpacks & Lunch Boxes for Kids!
Scoop up one of these must-have backpacks and lunchboxes during your back-to-school stock-up.
My/Mochi: A Mom Treat Kids Love Too!
My/Mochi is the ultimate summer sweet treat for not only moms, but kids too!
The Nantucket Club’s Family Membership: The Most Fun Your Family Will Have On Island
The Nantucket Club’s Family Membership including an exceptional kids club is the ultimate ACK mom hack.
Candlewood Lake: The Perfect Summer Day Trip!
Nestled in Northern Fairfield County, Candlewood Lake is an easy and adventurous summer day trip! This summer we’ve partnered with Lakeside Watersports to share the best the lake has to offer.
Beach Reads for Summer!
Author and podcast host Zibby Owens shares her summer reading list.
5 Danish Parenting Secrets for Raising Happier Kids
Denmark consistently ranks among the world's happiest nations—but what if the secret isn't just about hygge and work-life balance? What if it starts in the nursery? Jessica Joelle Alexander, co-author of The Danish Way of Parenting, believes Denmark's happiness stems...
List of Local Splash Pads in Newtown, Danbury & Beyond
Cool off on a hot day in at one of these Local Splash Pads. Click here for a full list for Newtown, Danbury, and beyond.
Where to Pick Your Own Fruit this Summer!
Here’s a full list of where you can pick your own fruit locally, this summer.
Why I Travel With My Little Kids
When you travel with young children, things are never guaranteed to go smoothly. Click here to read one mom’s perspective on why it is valuable.
2025 Ultimate Baby Guide
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing the Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms. Whether you're a first-time parent or a seasoned pro,...
