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Who is G and what is Middle Meets??
Being a tween/teen isn’t easy these days, and parenting a tween/teen can be even harder. So come join our new #203 born, oft- overlooked community to support you in empowering your tween/ teen while keeping yourself sane. Introducing MiddleMeets (MM) by G. Midlife is...
3 Popular Cold Remedies That Can Do More Harm Than Good
A steamy bowl of chicken soup may not be the cure for the common cold, but it won’t make things worse. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for some over-the-counter or at-home cold remedies, which may do more harm than good. “This is especially true for older people,”...
Working with life and business coach from Kelsey Banfield Coaching
Mid-January can be a bummer. The omnipresent clouds and ugly wintery mix storms do little to inspire anyone to do anything. Even if you set the most exciting of resolutions at the beginning of the month, it’s likely your dedication to them is starting to wane just a...
Meet a Mom – Sarah Thurston
This week's Meet a Mom is the definition of Mom Boss, owning and running two businesses in different industries while parenting 3 active kids. If you need a home reno or designed or even an outfit, Sarah is the one to go to in Southport. Owning Tusk for years and just...
Best Time to Install a New Roof…
“When is the best time to install a new roof?" This is a question commonly asked among homeowners. Many think their roof is “fine” or in “good condition” and replacement can be pushed off until another week, month, or year, but this is not always the case. Due to...
January MLK Day Camps!
MLK day is coming up on Monday, January 15th, and we wanted to share some local businesses that are offering a day camp for your kids to enjoy! AR Workshop 869 Post Road Fairfield, CT 9am-12pm | NO School Canvas Workshop During this experience, each participant...
3 Ways to Transform Your New Year’s Resolution Into Healthy Habits
This year, I want to exercise more, lose weight and eat better – sound familiar? That’s because some of our most common New Year’s resolutions revolve around adopting healthier lifestyles. While it’s easy to come up with a...
Children’s Art Classes is coming to Black Rock Turnpike this January!
If your child loves to draw, they will love Children’s Art Classes! At CAC, our goal is to help children tap into their natural creativity and discover a passion for art through a structured curriculum. The CAC program is specifically designed by age groups, starting...
A Signature Facial at Nichols MD
Last week I had the pleasure and most amazing hour of this holiday season by slowing down, and visiting Nichols MD and getting a Signature Massage. At this time of the year with all the running around, holiday events, seeing all the Santa's, getting and wrapping the...
A Winter Wake-Up Call: Why Dryer Vent Cleaning is Essential
As winter blankets our surroundings in frosty hues and chilly winds, it's easy to overlook the maintenance tasks that keep our homes running smoothly. One such crucial yet often neglected chore is dryer vent cleaning and maintenance. While it might not be at the top...
Meet a Mom – Kelsey Banfield – Life and Business Coach
Meet a Mom Monday, to end the year with a life and business coach, because who doesn't need one! Meet Kelsey Banfield, a Fairfield mom of 2 and the owner of Kelsey Banfield Coaching. I moved here with my family in 2010 when my husband started working in the area....
Don’t Wait, your generator needs to be serviced!
Moms, meet your home's unsung hero – the generator! In times of blackout chaos or unexpected disasters, these powerhouses stand ready to keep your family safe and comfortable. But, for them to really shine when the lights go out, they need regular maintenance. ...
Meet a Mom – Recycled Linens – Christina and Michelle
Christina Boehk and Michelle DeMartino, owners of Recycled Lines, always dreamed of owning a small business together. Friends since high school in Lincoln, RI, with boys the same age, they saw a unique opportunity to use their knowledge and skills to buy Recycled...
Holiday Bonus for you Babysitter or Nanny?
Holiday bonuses are common in many industries, and household employees should be included. It shows your appreciation for the love and care they provide your children. The big question is, “What should you give for a holiday bonus?” Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny’s...
2024 Local Carnivals
Carnivals 2024 McKinley Elementary School Carnival Jennings Beach Fairfield | April 18 & 19 from 6 pm-10pm, April 20 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and April 21 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Family Fun Fair by Thomas Bepko @ 1 Post Road Fairfield | April 26th 4-8pm...
Meet a Mom – Shoshana Snyder
Shoshana Snyder is local Realtor, team leader of a small team at William Raveis Real Estate, and of course, a mom of a 10-year-old year little boy. After graduating Syracuse University, she lived her corporate dream of an Advertising and Market Account Executive, only...
What Do Children Need to Thrive?
You are invited to St. Luke’s Upcoming Admissions Events Where will a St. Luke’s education take you? Above and beyond what you ever thought possible. Our inclusive community will inspire you to reach higher, explore new paths, and make a difference in the...
Meet a Mom – Owner of Fairfield Skating Club and local Photographer – Kristina Staal
I'm Kristina Staal, owner and photographer at Kristina Staal Photography and I'm also the owner of the new Fairfield Skating Club! I'm a wife to a really supportive husband and am a stay-at-home mom to our two beautiful little girls. I absolutely love dogs (we have...
Recipe: Carmel Apples!
Wondering what to do with all of this apples after apple picking… even after you’ve sent them for lunch every day and made an apple pie? Make Caramel Apples! When cookbook author and Food Network star Melissa D’Arabian goes apple-picking, it’s her go-to move with the...
Meet a Mom – Meg Lahey
Meg joined Steinbrecher Educational Advisors in 2008 and became a senior partner in 2012. Prior to that she spent nine years working as a school counselor at Mamaroneck High School. While at Mamaroneck, she designed a multi-session college prep program and...