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Palmini – The Best Pasta Alternative you never knew about!
Are you tired of zoodles and cauliflower rice? Palmini – hearts of palm linguine – is the best pasta alternative we have yet to find, and we have local mom, and nutritionist, Robin Barrie, to thank! Learn about Palmini and Robin’s two favorite recipes she makes with it weekly!
Smart, easy, de-stress tips from ShelfGenie!
Clutter can contribute to anxiety and stress, so we asked the experts at @shelfgenie for their best tips for getting more organized—and in the process, healthier and happier!
Ready, Set, Go! Register now for the 41st Minute Man Race on April 28th!
Don’t miss The Westport Young Woman’s League (WYWL) will host the 41st annual Minute Man Race on Sunday, April 28, 2019! Warm-up and events include a certified USA Track and Field 10K Run and 5K Run, and 5K Walk and Kids Fun Run! Register now!
Do you leak when you sneeze? At least half your friends do!
Do you leak when you sneeze? At least half your friends do! If you’re in your 40’s it’s safe to assume that 2 out of 3 of your friends worry about leaking when they workout, jump on a trampoline or laugh at a good joke. Urinary leakage is so common that it’s tempting...
Overuse Injuries in the Child Athlete – What To Do and When To Worry (from the experts at Coastal Orthopedics)!
Is your child a single-sport athlete? Did you know that single-sports specialization may lead to overuse injures in children? The experts at @coastalorthopedics have a few tips on how to avoid overuse injuries!
Rudy’s Executive Transportation: Luxury Car Service – A Great Option for Families with Childre
Trust Rudy’s Executive Transportation for any and all of your travel needs! Their luxurious vehicles & professional chauffeurs make the start and end to any trip or vacation a breeze. Mention LocalMoms for 10% off your ride!
Angelina Ballerina comes to Westport this weekend!! FREE Events on Saturday!
Join @wcplayhouse for FREE events around Westport on Saturday, March 30th featuring books from the Angelina Ballerina series including Storytime at Barnes and Noble at noon and Story Explorers at the Westport Library at 2:30pm!
Meet Stephanie (aka "Delilah")
If you are as obsessed with ABC’s new series, A Million Little Things, as we are, you may enjoy this fun fact – Stephanie Szostak (DELILAH!!) is a Westport Mom herself! Stephanie grew up in Paris, met her husband in college, and after years in Corporate America decided to pursue acting at age 29! She shares how the power of saying no may have landed her this latest role and how filming in Vancouver has impacted her family and teenage boys! Stephanie also admits she can throw a football with a tight spiral, swears by Lancome BiFacil Makeup Remover, and longs for an art-house movie theater locally. Stephanie is as impressive in real life as on screen, and we can’t wait for Season 2!
Landmark STEM Event this Saturday!
Founder of Westport's, Haus of Pretty Salon, Keynote at JDRF Catwalk Fashion Show
If anyone has been by the Westport train station lately, you’ve likely noticed Haus of Pretty Salon. Founder, Kelsey Morey, opened this salon following her passion, and will be the Keynote speaker at the March 7th JDRF Catwalk Fashion Show, focused on fundraising for those living with Type 1 Diabetes.
Sound Tigers Games and Other Great Kid Events at Webster Bank!
In the winter, we can't get enough ideas for fun family activities that will keep everyone entertained! That's why we're so lucky to have Webster Bank Arena nearby. With Sound Tigers hockey games and other sporting events, fun family entertainment such as Marvel Live...
Want your kids to LOVE Reading? Meet Happily Ever Elephants!
If like us – staying in the know on the best books and stories by age and stage is increasingly difficult! Check out Happily Ever Elephants, an amazing blog with recommendations that will keep your kids reading great stories for years and years!
February Break Vacation Camps!
Whether your kids are off for the long weekend – or ALL week – we put together a list of some great February break camps running throughout Winter Break (starting Friday, February 15th-23rd) .We hope this helps your survive the week!
All You Need is LOVE – and Chocolate!
HAZELNUT CAKE TRUFFLES I am probably in a very small minority but I’m not a huge fan of boxed Valentine’s chocolates. I’m not saying I turn them away as that would be just crazy. However, when the big day of amore comes around, I much...
The 2019 WestportMoms Summer Camp Guide is HERE!!!
Choosing a camp for your kids is a daunting task! We put this guide together in hopes of streamlining the process and providing key pieces of information about most of the local day camps in our area! To help you navigate all of the information, we have organized the camps into categories, or you can scroll through them all if you’d prefer! HAPPY CAMPING!
Tips and Tricks for Moms from CTDerm, Elizabeth Gaines!
Don’t miss these great skin-related tips and tricks for taking care of your little ones from CT Derm expert, Elizabeth Gaines!
Goldfish Swim School has Arrived!
Now is the time to help your children become confident and safe swimmers! Are you vacationing near a pool or beach soon or do you want to prepare your little ones for summer fun? Learn more about the new Goldfish Swim School in Norwalk! Small class sizes, 90 degree shiver-free pool, and focus on water safety!
State of the Town Meeting in Westport on February 10th!
Let your Child be a Dentist for a Day!
Calling all children ages 2-5 years old! Have you ever thought it might be fun to be a dentist?? If so, come join Commerce Park Dental and Orthodontics on Wednesday, February 13th anytime from 1pm-3pm and learn what it’s like to be a Dentist. This event is FREE and open to all!
Easy and FUN Kandinsky-Inspired Valentine's Day Craft!
Looking for a fun Valentine’s Day craft, especially during these long winter days? The Westport Arts Center has shared this amazing Kandinsky inspired craft great for all ages!