Around Town

Take a trip up to Litchfield County this weekend and check out the Five Senses Art Festival.

6 Tips on Getting Kids Emotionally Ready for the School Year

How to make their first days back happy & healthy – by preparing now.

ISDIN SI-Nails: Our New Secret Weapon Against Dry, Brittle Nails

Improve your nail health in 14 days with this innovative product from Spanish beauty company ISDIN

Meet a Mom: Pamela Pekerman

This week, we’re highlight a mompreneur that #hustleslikeamom.

Build the Perfect “She Shed”

Thinking of creating a room of your own? Here’s how.

Host to Perfection’s Naked Lime Cake

Around Town, Recipes

Planning a summer party? Try this easy (and semi-homemade) recipe from Greenwich based Host to Perfection.

Summer Snacks from Scouted

Shilpa Rosenberry shares her latest finds for you and your family.

Celebrate Newtown This Weekend With Newtown Day

Celebrate Newtown Day on Saturday July 27th. Here’s what you need to know.

The Local Moms Network College Admissions Scandal: Part One

Hear from college admissions experts on the scandal, as well as how competitive admissions is right now.

Meet-a-Mom: Marcelle Tiffany, owner of Whip Salon

Marcelle Tiffany is a Bethel mom of two who just opened Whip Salon Newtown located in Sandy Hook. I got a sneak peak of the new salon space (spoiler – it’s gorgeous) last week and chatted with Marcelle about being a mom in our area, the Whip Salon experience, and the salon’s grand opening & “Hair-Raiser” on 7/20 & 7/21.

Front Door Refresh: How to Invest a Little Bit of Time & Money for a Lasting First Impression

Check out these tips & tricks for refreshing a front door space from local realtors (and moms) Jen Kelley & Lauren Auresto.

Behind Sakara: Meet the Moms Who Started It, & Get Their Sexy Cinnamon Roll Recipe & Discount Code!

Ever hear of Sakara? Click here to read The Local Moms Network interview with the two women who started it all.

Fun & Festive Dessert Idea for Your Summer BBQ’s

Around Town, Recipes

These patriotic marshmellows can be enjoyed far beyond the 4th of July. Click here for this easy (and kid friendly) recipe.

The Power of a Smile – and a Mother

Lisa Lori has raised $2.75M for Operation Smile through her Three Bears Initiative. Read her inspiring story today.

Pick Your Own Guide!

Strawberry season may have ended this weekend, but there’s still tons of chances left to pick blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries, peaches & pears this summer!

Meet a Mom: Micaela Birmingham of Scary Mommy

So you know the site, but do you know the mom who runs the studio? The Local Moms Network recently had the opportunity to sit down with Micaela Birmingham of Scary Mommy.

4th of July Fireworks: Where & When to Catch Them

Check out this list of local fireworks displays to celebrate 4th of July.

Catch an Outdoor Concert or Show this Summer!

Nothing says summer quite like an outdoor event. Check out some options in our area!

Evangeline Lilly: The Avengers & Lost Star on Her New Children’s Book Series, Motherhood and More!

You may already know Evageline Lilly as the beautiful star of the TV series Lost. But did you know she recently wrote a children’s book series? Check out our latest interview!

Make Evolve Shoes Your Summer Go-Tos for a Boost of Extra Energy & Style