Earlier today, Newtown Parks & Recreation announced Dickinson Park and Treadwell Park will reopen on Wednesday. The town recognizes the importance of the ability to be outside in open space, especially during this time. The Parks & Rec department is working...
One of the many new experiences we’ve had during quarantine (aside from cutting our spouse’s hair and homeschooling our kids…) is telemedicine visits. In many ways, telemedicine is incredibly convenient, particularly with kids—you don’t have to wrangle littles...
So why a book list from me? And why was I asking for book suggestions? Well, I’ve been an avid reader for pretty much my whole life and I have to read before bed each night. It’s definitely how I disconnect from my day and send the signal to my body that...
As we navigate self-quarantining and social distancing with kids, we can’t help but think of the moms on the front lines of this COVID-19 crisis. Many of us find ourselves at the end of our ropes by about 3 o’clock for reasons ranging from toddler tantrums to tween...
If you’re stuck at home and feeling like you kids are outgrowing all their clothes (must be all the snacks you’re preparing) or maybe you need new activities to keep them entertained, Once Upon a Child is here for you. Last week, I had the opportunity to speak...
Back in March, Farmers’ Markets received the same classification as grocery stores, deeming them essential. I was happy to hear that news and even happier to see many of our local markets are getting ready to open in the coming weeks. There’s...
