In the Know
Mosquito Squad: Helping Fight the Spotted Lanternflies in CT
Have you heard about the Spotted Lanternfly—the invasive species popping up in our area? It looks like a butterfly with shades of black and red, but it’s actually a flying insect that can severely damage local trees and plants. They were only discovered in 2014 but...
6 Ways to Raise Children with a Growth Mindset
By: Preeti Sandhu, PsyD Ever worry about your child’s desire to learn? Are you concerned that they do not feel as smart as other kids, but do not know how to change this outlook? A positive attitude can help them reshape their perspective on learning and what it means...
Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved: Snacks Kids and Moms Will Love!
If there’s one task that makes parents groan about back-to-school, it’s packing lunches. We need quick get-us-out-the-door options that both taste good and are good for our kids’ growing bodies and brains. With so many options on the shelves, how do we narrow...
Meet a Mom – LUX Poppin – Sonny Meza
Hi! My name is Sonny Meza and I am a wife and mom to two residing in the Brooklawn County club area of Fairfield! I own LUX POPPIN, an event rental and balloons company! We met Sonny last year when she blew us (literally) away with her balloons and decor at the Taste...
Night away at Katrite in nearby Monticello, NY
Have you ever been to an indoor water park? Never did I think you'd get me to one, but then you have kids and will do whatever they want and see on tv but then love it! We spent a night at Katrite in Monticello, NY last weekend to celebrate the end of summer and it...
CT State Senator Ryan Fazio on the Change to Kindergarten Start Date!
In June, Governor Ned Lamont signed a law requiring all incoming Kindergartners to be 5 before entering Kindergarten. Previously, students needed to turn 5 by January 1st; starting in 2024, they must have their birthday by September 1st (aka the first day of school)....
Lunch Box Roundup: 6 Styles Kids and Parents will Love!
If you remember taking lunch to school in a brown paper bag, today’s lunchboxes will make you wish you could go back to the cafeteria. The functionality behind keeping food leak-free and at-temperature, while still looking cute, is nothing short of science. The...
Meet a Mom – Corey Allen
A Mom of three who grew up in Trumbull. In her career she has maintained her Private Practice for over 10 years, where she provides psychoanalytic therapy. With the breakthrough research of Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, Corey has been trained by the OGs...
Anniversary Celebration for Naturino Kids
Naturino Kids Shoes & More Westport is thrilled to celebrate our One Year Anniversary! We’ve successfully completed our first year in business with tremendous love & support from our incredible community. Our journey has taught us that unwavering commitment,...
How to Find a Qualified Nanny!
Are you in search of childcare for your new baby, or school-age children? Let us help you find a trustworthy, responsible, and highly qualified nanny. Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and Rhode Island, stands by...
Free Summer Soccer at Fairfield University
Tickets for Fairfield University Men's and Women's Soccer home matches are on sale now at FairfieldStags.com/TIX. Purchasing tickets in advance is the preferred method of entry and the fastest way through the gate and into the stands at Lessing Field. FREE Summer...
Meet a Mom -Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal
I’m a writer and producer—storytelling is my great love and passion. I moved to New York City four days after graduating college to pursue a career in magazines and never looked back. The ride my career has taken me on has been a whirlwind—I have to pinch myself...
Meet a Mom: Bethenny Frankel
Bethenny Frankel; Credit: Celeste Sloan Bethenny Frankel instantly became a household name in 2008, as a breakout star on Season 1 of Real Housewives of NYC. A year later, she launched Skinnygirl, first with a wildly popular pre-packaged margarita, then later...
FREE Museums this Summer!
Connecticut Summer at the Museum 2023 - Free Admission for Kids It’s time to explore! From July 1 to September 4, Connecticut children age 18 and under plus one accompanying Connecticut resident adult can visit participating museums free of charge through the...
Mini Getaway to Portsmouth, NH
We took a few days last week to celebrate the end of school and the start of summer and wanted to check out Portsmouth, NH. A quick 3.5 hrs from Fairfield. We have heard such great things to do and it was such a great little trip! We booked at the Hampton Inn right...
Fairfield Fireworks 2023!
Join the Town of Fairfield on Saturday July 1st at 9:15pm for their Annual Fireworks Show!! We are thrilled that Fairfield will be putting on their annual Fireworks show this year! We might be bias, but we think it is one of the BEST shows in Connecticut! If...
Fireworks around CT!
It's the best time of year; Fourth of July, and hopefully it is a beautiful week, so let us help you out on where to see spectacular Fireworks! They all start around dusk so get there early to get a good spot! Stay Safe! Fairfield July 1st 9:15pm...
Visiting Lego Land?
On that random Tuesday kids had off after Memorial Day I decided to take my daughter and a friend with some friends and their kids to Lego Land in Goshen, NY which is 1.5 hrs with no traffic. I have been trying to plan this trip to stay the night but after talking to...
5 Ways to Keep Your Backyard Safer This Summer
Summer is officially in full swing, and there’s no fun better than Summer fun! While you’re creating memories in your backyard, you’ll want to keep your family safe. Take the 5 easy steps below now, and you’ll be able to focus on fun for the rest of the season! Take...
Local Farmer’s Markets
If you wanted to, you could go to a different Farmer's Market almost every day of the week locally! Fresh produce, fun music and sometimes food trucks! See our list below of local farmer's markets - all within a 20 minute drive! Fairfield Farmer's Market...