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...
Apple Cider Margarita!
Warm spices meet crisp fall flavor in this Apple Cider Margarita – the perfect seasonal twist on a classic.
Bourbon Brown Butter Roasted Cauliflower
Thanksgiving Dinner Favorite!
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.
Meet a Mom: Krystie & Lauren from Grow Your Own Way
Krystie and Lauren, the couple behind Grow Your Own Way, are helping families navigate the NICU journey with compassion, confidence, and care.
Candy Dough
Once Halloween is past its due date, you’ll probably be ready to get your kids’ candy out of the house!
Caramel Apple Recipe
Enjoy our new Caramel Apple Recipe!
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.
Shirley Temple Black: A Grown Up Version of the Kids’ Classic Drink
Looking for a tasty fall drink? Check out the recipe here!
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.
16 Summer Style Must-Haves for Busy Moms (According to Hollywood Stylists)
Do you wonder what some of the top summer style must-haves are? Click here from a list curated by stylists.
My/Mochi: A Mom Treat Kids Love Too!
My/Mochi is the ultimate summer sweet treat for not only moms, but kids too!
5 Reasons Your Backyard Needs Mosquito Squad This Summer
Already using Mosquito Squad for tick and mosquito protection? Try their new pest control services and consolidate your home care!
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.