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Meet a Mom: Rosemary D’Urso of Library Mom!
Rosemary D’Urso, also known as the “Library Mom,” has been The Local Mom Network’s go-to resource for fantastic book recommendations (for both kids as well as moms) for the past few years. From books to read to toddlers to summer reading picks, she never misses. We’re...
Filet Sandwich with Horseradish Recipe!
This filet sandwich is a Fall crowd-pleaser, ready for football Sunday or any time you’re making food for a group. “It’s a perfect, easy meal for when you’re entertaining and don’t want to spend the entire time in the kitchen,” says Greenwich Moms‘ Layla Lisiewski....
Meet a Mom: Professional Organizer Teresa Dinneen!
Teresa Dinneen is a mom of two who lives with her husband and kids in Redondo Beach, CA. She’s also a professional organizer and stylist who works with a team of five to simplify her clients’ homes, and lives, and along the way shares her secrets on her Lifestyled...
5 Reasons Why Moms Should Play Sports!
As we head into Fall, many of us are signing our kids up for Fall sports—and reminiscing about our own childhood sports careers. What we should be doing? Signing ourselves up, too. Experts say sports aren’t just for kids, and moms especially should stay in the game to...
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies!
Cookies for breakfast? Why not, when they’re filled with fiber and protein-rich almond flour and free of added sugars like these. This recipe from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore is a perfect “Back to School” choice—make them on a Sunday for a grab-and-go...
Summer Cocktail: Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash!
Cheers to the last few weeks of summer with this Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash cocktail from Camp Cocktails : Easy, Fun, and Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors. Mixologist, author, and mom of two Emily Vikre says she created this to go with her family’s...
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This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Andrea Lavinthal, a mom of two who is the Style & Beauty Director at PEOPLE. Like many families, Andrea and her husband, Justin Gregory and their kids Saxon, 4.5 and Vaughn, 2.5, moved to the suburbs (in her case,...
St Luke’s School
The Klein family at Tyler’s graduation. It’s every mom’s wish for her child to be excited to learn. At St. Luke's School, teachers and staff go Above and Beyond to connect with students, craft a strong academic curriculum, and create experiences that spark a lifelong...
Summer Citrus Salad
This recipe from sisters Barbara and Carolina of Host to Perfection is, well, close to perfection. On hot summer nights, we're always looking for recipes that don't require us to turn on an oven—and this Summer Citrus Salad hits the spot. A nice alternative to a green...
Why It’s Time to Retire the Term “Super Mom”
Photo credit: Mendham Moms We’d like to suggest we collectively stop using the term “Super Mom”. Every time we hear it we cringe a little, and we’re pretty certain whoever coined it hadn’t experienced the miraculous storm of motherhood. Here are three reasons...
Meet a Mom: Journalist & Social Media Expert Amy Shoenthal!
This week, our Meet a Mom interview is with NYC-based mom Amy Shoenthal. She’s a social media marketing pro who also writes a column for Forbes—including the recent spotlight on The Local Moms Network! We spoke to Amy, whose daughter is 2.5, about her career...
Sheet Pan S’mores!
If you love making s’mores but want to skip the mess of roasting marshmallows, keep things toddler safe and make a lot at once, try these Sheet Pan S’mores from Maria Provanzano of From Scratch with Maria. The best part? You can enjoy them this way well after summer...
4th of July Popsicles!
4th of July Popsicles! Celebrate the 4th of July with these festive red, white and blue popsicles! Not only are they adorable, but they’re made with protein-packed green yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries. Thank you to Sound Shore Moms for sharing!...
Easy Summer Cocktail: Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler!
Thank you to The Local Moms Networkcontributor Maria Provenzano of From Scratch with Maria for sharing this delicious recipe! It’s really the perfect summer sip—refreshing, special, and able to be prepped ahead of time. Make a batch of the mint simple syrup on Sunday...
60 second coleslaw!
This take on coleslaw from Cat with a K Cooks uses pre-shredded coleslaw so it comes together in just under a minute. Plus, it can be made ahead so it's the perfect summer party (or busy weeknight) side. Serves 6-8 *For best flavor, allow to sit at least 4 hours in...
The New Frose: Frozen Spiked Desserts
Just in time for summer, we rounded up some of the best spiked frozen drinks, popsicles and other desserts. If you love frosé, bookmark the list below for some fresh ideas, perfect for any summer soiree. We start with a new spicy twist on frosé, and then have some...
Easy One-Skillet Spaghetti
There’s a time and place for cooking an elaborate meal, and it’s not during the week. Especially in the fun but frenetic weeks between school finishing up and camp beginning. This one-pan skillet spaghetti recipe from Kathleen, the mom behind CatwithaK Cooks, is more...
Pick Your Own-2021 Guide
Pick Your Own-2021 Guide Fairfield County Berry Picking is always on our summer bucket list and we can’t wait to get outside with the kids and check out some of these great spots! Most pick-your-own farms in Fairfield County also sell their produce and some...
Summer Salad!
If entertaining friends and family is on your summer bucket list, we suggest you utilize the pros that do this year after year at Palmer’s in Darien. They have everything you need, including handmade burgers, gourmet sides and easy appetizers like their...
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.
