Rainy Day Activity: DIY Soap Molds!
This rainy day activity from our contributor Maria Provenzano is our favorite type of DIY—it’s easy enough to do with kids, but the result is cute enough to give as a gift. You can customize the shapes for any holiday or interest by simply using different silicone...
Meet a Mom, Emma Hemming Willis
Before her 12-year-and-counting marriage to actor Bruce Willis, Emma Heming Willis walked the runway as a model for some of the world’s top fashion houses, including Chanel, Valentino and Ralph Lauren. Needless to say, skincare was important to her work—and she has...
Carrot Spice Cake
Fall may have Pumpkin Spice, but this Spring, we're all about this Carrot Spice Snacking Cake. Thank you to our contributor, CatwithaK Cooks, for sharing this gluten, butter and oil-free healthy treat! Carrot Spice Snacking Cake Yield: 1 8x8 inch square cake...
Cinnamon Roll Easter Bunnies
These Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls from Maegan, the talented mom behind The BakerMama, will do double duty as a fun holiday activity and a delicious Easter breakfast. And while you can certainly make your rolls from scratch, Maegan says store bought are perfectly...
Author Susan Verde on Mindfulness, Yoga & Kids!
These days, kids have a lot on their plates—and were juggling plenty even before the pandemic. Susan Verde is a mom of three who has dedicated her career to teaching kids mindfulness, yoga and happiness—all coping skills for this modern age. She’s a New York Times...
Easter Events & Happenings!
IN PERSON Easter Egg Hunt Egg-Stravaganza Mar. 24, 2021 through Mar. 25, 2021, 3pm; 4pm; 5pm Stew Leonard's Danbury 99 Federal Road, Danbury Baby & toddler, Pre-school & younger, Young elementary Free Stew Leonard’s invites children aged 8 and younger to join...
Baked Potato Bar
We’re always looking for weeknight dinner ideas that appeal to everyone in our families, from husbands to big kids to toddlers and even babies. That’s why this super simple but completely customizable Baked Potato Bar from The Baker Mama—a Dallas, TX-based mom of...
Raising the Bar- Interview with Sandy Golinkin
Sandy Golinkin speaking at Richard's in Greenwich, CT We’ve all heard the saying – little kids, little problems. Big kids, big problems. One of the biggest challenges when parenting older...
Meet a Mom: Sara Alter of Moment Consulting!
This week’s Meet a Mom is Sara Alter, a Greenwich Mom and founder of Moment Consulting. We spoke to Sara about her quest to help woman reach their goals, her family life in Old Greenwich and more. Plus, she shares her local favorites (below). Can you please tell us a...
Hasselback Potato Skillet with Mustard Garlic Butter + Chives!
This easy potato dish is just a little bit of an upgrade on classic roast potatoes. Use it to introduce picky eaters to new flavors, or for your next dinner party. Thanks to our food contributor CatwithaK Cooks for sharing this go-to recipe! Hasselback Potato...
St. Patrick’s Day Drawing
Looking for ways to celebrate St. Patty’s Day at home this year? We asked Kathy Chattoraj, owner of Future Picassos, to share a fun project for kids of all ages—see below! Older kids can use these to draw their own and younger kids can simply color in the template. To...
Meet A Mom Jenn Sproule
Meet Jenn Sproule, a Ridgefield mom of four who moved to town in 2015. Jenn works at St. Luke’s School in New Canaan, where she serves as Upper School English Department Chair. She loves “talking with young people about literature” through her job, and on weekends,...
Creamy Vegetable Chowder!
This comforting, veggie-filled soup comes together quickly, in about a half hour. Plus, it uses long lasting root vegetables (sweet potatoes and carrots) and some frozen corn, making it a perfect end of week, pre-grocery shop meal. Thanks to our food...
Connecticut Announces Plans to Ease Some COVID-19 Restrictions
Governor Ned Lamont announced on Thursday that in the coming days he plans to revise some requirements that were implemented in Connecticut in the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly when it comes to those relating to capacity levels and travel restrictions....
Self Care
Does anyone else feel like in the past year they haven’t been alone—truly alone—for more than a handful of times? Ironically, staying isolated at home can mean not being very isolated (ever!) from your kids. Without any time to ourselves, many of us are catching up on...
2021 Summer Camp Guide
With all the snow in February, our eyes are set on warmer temperatures and of course Summer Camps! Local camps are ready to make sure our kids have the best summer ever in 2021. The Ridgefield and Newtown Moms Summer Camp Guide is here to help make the decision and registration process simple for you this year. We’ve teamed up with our sister site Newtown Moms to bring you a comprehensive guide to days camps in the Greater Danbury area. With information all in one place, you’ve got what you need to keep your kids occupied this summer.
The Local Moms Network Book Club: Your Fully Charged Life!
Photo credit: Lauren Anzevino Every time we interview Meaghan Murphy, her commitment to finding the “Yay” in the everyday is contagious. Her Instagram is also like a shot of sunshine, full of ideas and strategies to find joy, from workouts to mind shifts....
Meet-A-Mom Interview
Laura & Gabrielle of You Can't Craft With us 1. Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in Ridgefield? Gabrielle: I grew up in Ridgefield and moved back about 5 years ago. Laura: I am originally from Yonkers, NY and I currently live in...
The Ultimate 2021 Sleepaway Camp Guide!
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway options throughout the United States. All of them will help your child gain valuable confidence,...
Valentine’s Day Fairy Shake!
This story was contributed by SouthOC Moms Network. Who is ready to celebrate Valentine’s day with a super sweet treat? This Valentine’s Day Fairy Shake will bring smiles to all the kiddos faces this year. Ingredients: 1 Vanilla Ice Cream Cool Whip Icee or a Slurpee...
