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St. Patrick’s Day Events In & Around Newtown CT
Click here for a list of local St. Patrick’s Day parades, activities & events, plus ideas for at home celebrations like recipes & crafts.
What Parents Need to Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
February is Heart Health Month and we’re sharing information about sudden cardiac arrest & children.
How To Talk to Kids About Black History Month
Click here for suggestions from our mental health contributor Reon Baird, Phd on how to talk to kids about Black History Month this month & all year.
Introducing the 2025 PILLAR Summit: Tickets on Sale Now!
Join us for a day of professional development and growth during Connecticut’s first PILLAR Summit on Friday 3/28 at the Greenwich Hyatt.
Host A Valentine’s Day Party for Your Family!
A holiday dedicated to love seems like a no-brainer for moms, but even the best of us are prone to pressure to make it perfect. This year let’s keep it simple! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite ways to host a simple Valentine’s Day Party by way of recipes, decor,...
Start Off Your Valentine’s Day with this Breakfast Idea!
If your family likes to celebrate holidays from morning till night, you’ll love starting your Valentine's Day with this filling (and pink!) strawberry smoothie bowl from Tabitha Blue, a Tampa, Florida-based mom of four who pens the popular Fresh Mommy Blog....
Valentine’s Day Events In & Around Newtown, CT
Looking for a way to mark the holiday with your family? Check out this list of Valentine’s Day Events & Activities in & around Newtown, CT.
14 Reasons Why I Love You
Start this tradition with your kids on February 1st!
Norovirus 101: Symptoms, Prevention, and More!
The Norovirus seems to be every where this winter. Click here to learn about the symptoms and prevention.
Dry January: A Chance to Rethink Mommy Wine Culture
Could this month help reframe how we look at motherhood and drinking?
Kindergarten Registration is Open for Newtown Public Schools!
Kindergarten Registration is available for Newtown Public Schools. Click here for links and details on how to register.
Winter Fun: Where to Go Skiing, Snow Tubing Sledding, & Ice Skating
With snow in this weekend’s forecast, here’s a list of activities and ideas to keep you going all winter.
Perimenopause: Understanding the Transition
What you need to know about perimenopause, from an expert OB-Gyn at Nuvance Health.
Kids Gift Guide
If you haven’t started shopping for the holidays, or you're just looking for a few more special items, we’re rounding up some amazing gifts for kids of all ages. From teethers to Tamagotchi pets, these are the presents that will still be played with well into the new...
2024 Local Moms Holiday Gift Guide: Men, Women, & Hosts
Holiday shopping is one of those items of the mental load that generally falls on moms, and this 2024 Local Moms Gift Guide is meant to lighten that load. We’ve polled our moms nationwide, asking what they’re giving the men, women, and hosts (and hostesses) in their...
Upcoming Holiday Shows
Celebrate the season by purchasing tickets to one of these upcoming holiday shows. From The Nutcracker to Disney on Ice to local show, there is something for everyone.
Local Christmas Tree Lightings & Holiday Light Shows
Checking out holiday light displays and attending tree lightings are some of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit.
Where to Find Santa In and Around Newtown, CT
It’s early November and have your kids asked to visit with Santa yet? Here’s a comprehensive list of where to find him – from breakfasts to holiday festivals to the mall and more.
5 Reasons Moms Are Loving This $50 Cashmere Sweater from Quince
Looking for the perfect cashmere sweater for yourself or for a loved one? Check out this $50 cashmere sweater from Quince.
Local Spots to Get Christmas Trees & Holiday Decor
Here’s a list of local spots to grab all of the holiday decor for your home.