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The Surprising Health Benefits of Gaming!
In caveman times, moms worried about their kids leaving the cave and being eating by a Mammoth. Nowadays, conscientious moms worry about the effect of games like Call of Duty. The media heightens this. You needn’t worry. Research shows that gaming can be beneficial....
Secret Life of Pets viewing as part of Westport Cinema Initiative on Sunday, 1/28!
February and April Break Ideas – and a Great Resource!
With February break around the corner and April on the horizon, we asked Passported’s luxury travel expert and local mom of three Elisa Brown, to give us her favorite hotspots for a killer week.
Don't Miss – FREE Week Pass at Elliptica!
Don’t Miss a FREE Week Pass at Elliptica in Fairfield or Greenwich! Try It now!!
M.O.M.S Group for Moms of Middle Schooler
Are you a mom of a middle school-aged child? Andree Palmgren, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years of experience as a parenting coach and teacher is leading this moms group to help moms to feel more informed, better supported, and empowered to parent their adolescent with confidence. Timing and location of these meetings are still somewhat TBD, but learn more here!
Recipe Alert – Everything Chicken in 20 minutes! YUM!
If you’re anything like us, and dinnertime (especially when It gets dark at 430pm!) feels like a challenge daily, check out this simple and delicious recipe from local mom, Lauren Kohr (thank you Lauren!). One night this week? Check!
GLOW Kids Party at Double Up Dance Studio this Friday!
Five things you didn't know about the Westport Arts Center!
1) Something for Every Young Artist Do you have an aspiring young artist in the family? The Westport Arts Center offers contemporary and innovative classes for kids and teens, ranging from graphic novel creation to digital photography to clay action figures....
Connecticut's Got Talent Auditions – Beginning Friday, January 26th!
GROOVE 3 day weekend flash sale!
Table at Home – Uber for a private chef
Table at Home wants to make it easy to get a private chef to come cook in your home. Be it for a special dinner party or mid week family meal. They have just launched in the greater Greenwich area and surrounding towns.
MLK Day Camps and Activities
If you are looking for something to do with your kids on Martin Luther King Day (with you – or without!), here are some of the options available! Note: The local libraries are closed.
Don't Miss – Play with Your Food Show on January 16th!
Whole Foods 5% Giving Day to Benefit Stepping Stones on January 11th!
On Thursday, January 11th, six area Whole Foods Markets (Danbury, Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, Milford, and Westport) will come together to donate 5% of their net sales to support Stepping Stones’ continued work on the Norwalk Foodshed initiative, which is working to support equal access to fresh, healthy foods for all members of our community and important wellness and nutritional messaging.
Westport Coastal Neighbors Magazine Feature WestportMoms!
Huge thank you to Westport Coastal Neighbors magazine for the exciting cover feature. We are honored, humbled and grateful. We look forward to lots of exciting things ahead in 2018!
5 Fun Facts about the Pediatric Dentist in Westport everyone should know!
Though many people in Westport (and the surrounding communities) know about Westport Dental, run by Stanley Freeman and his son Adam, there are a few things many don’t know and we want to share, especially that they have their own Pediatric Dentistry practice, run by the very talented – and beloved – Hannah Ahn!
There’s Snow Place Like Home: Your Guide to Family Fun During a Snowy Day
Yay, it’s a snow day!” said no mom ever. The kids are overjoyed but all you can think about is how stir crazy everyone is going to be by noon. We empathize and we’re here to offer some fun ideas to keep the kids happily entertained. Arts and crafts, cooking and...
Drink n Draw Event!
Drink & Draw (Ages 21+) on January 4 @ 7:30pm: Join the Westport Arts Center for a casual evening of drawing and complimentary wine in our gorgeous gallery space! Sip (and sketch!) for an hour and a half of gently guided figure drawing of a live nude model, while...
A DIY Holiday Craft (Winter Lanterns!) from local mom and Founder of Rosebud Boxes!
Sarah Rose is the founder of Rosebud Boxes, which provides the perfect children’s birthday party in a box! In addition to information about this brilliant company, Sarah has shared a a favorite holiday craft of hers – DIY Winter Lanterns – that is quick and easy to do with your kids, and looks gorgeous as a festive centrepiece or nightlight. You can get everything you need from Michael’s for less than $20!
Two Truths (and a Lie) about Earthplace!
While many think of Earthplace in Westport as a great place to visit in the warmer weather to hike the trails or visit with the animals, they actually offer a TON of amazing winter programs and activities – even when school is closed! Find out some fun facts about this unique place, and make sure not to miss out on some of their winter events!