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20% off one full-priced item at Mitchell's on Thursday, 6/28! Join us!
Join us next Thursday, June 28th at Mitchell’s from 1030-1230 for a summer shopping day! Sale with many irtrems up to 40% off, and 20% off one full-priced item if you say WestportMoms! Special offer extends through Saturday,
Best Local Ice Cream Spots!
Summer is here and ice cream season is in full swing! Beat the heat and let this be your family’s guide to all things sweet this summer! Your welcome=)
25% off* any cut, color, or smoothing service at Studio on Main week of 6/26!
Get your hair summer ready with 25% off * a cut, color, or smoothing treatment at Studio on Main in downtown Westport! 25% for new customers, and 15% off for existing customers! Book your appointment anytime between 6/26 and 6/30 to take advantage of this great offer!
Westport Mom, Kate Pollock, and twin sister share their story battling cancer together, and will participate in this Saturday's Swim Across America event!
Kate Pollock – Westport mom, yoga teacher and cancer survivor – will be swimming and speaking alongside her twin sister, Liza, at this Saturday’s Greenwich-Stamford Swim Across America event. Learn how these two sisters were diagnosed with cancer within months of each other, have supported one another fighting to regain strength, and help support them and this amazing cause!
Winner winner, chicken dinner! Kung Pao Chicken from local mom and chef, Amanda Jakubowicz
As we all continually search for new recipes, don’t miss this winner from local mom and chef, Amanda Jakubowicz – Kung Pao Chicken! This is great for weekdays or weekends, and both kids and adults love it! Thank you Amanda!
Meet Fred and Greg (our "dads")
While these two dads may seem remarkably similar (both work at Bridgewater, both love golf – one slightly more than the other!- and both are often willing to hold down the fort at any bar on a Saturday night), they met fortuitously through their wives (go us!) just 5 years ago. Fred and Greg both have older daughters and younger sons, and love spending time with them at the Beach, on hikes (Fred) and at Longshore (Greg). Some may not know that Fred loves playing the piano and the always up for a good time Greg embraces his quiet time at home with the kids. While they both claim that we keep their lives in order and help them be the best dads they can be, on this Father’s Day, we are grateful to them for loving us, our kids, and for supporting us on this journey.
Don't miss top places for berry picking in or around Fairfield County!
It is officially that time of year again when you can load up the car with your little loves and head to a farm to pick delicious FRESH fruit!! Westport Moms has created a list of farms in and near Fairfield County that offer pick your own fruits, berries, and vegetables. Happy picking – and baking – and eating!
Father's Day Gift Guide!
Father’s Day is around the corner and we’ve rounded up some great gifts for that special man in your life! Add some hugs and kisses from you and the kiddos and he’s guaranteed a smile on his face! Happy Father’s Day!
5 Cute Crafts for Father’s Day
We’ve scoured Pinterest so you don’t have to and we’re loving these easy and fun DIY crafts to do with the kids this Father’s Day. Dad is sure to love them, too and the kids will enjoy making him something special. Happy crafting!
Meet Greg!
If you don’t already know Greg, he is certainly someone to watch! A Westport dad of two boys, he has sparked his own personal passion via involvement in local politics, and is currently running for the CT House of Representatives as a way to ensure Westport and the state of CT remain a great place for families to live. He somewhat regrets not working more in education (and also thinks he may have missed his opportunity to be an NFL QB…=)), and hopes as a state government representative, he can really make a difference where we need It. Many may not know he is a Vegan, who swears by iced coffee, any and all things Compo Beach, and gets his workouts in by doing sit ups and push ups with his boys. Greg cares about people, and our town, and about CT at large. If you haven’t met him, keep an eye out; he is undoubtedly – in Westport fashion – making waves.
Calling all Kids! Summer Reading Kickoff with the Westport Library, Saturday, June 9th!
How Gross is it Not to Wash Your Water Bottle Every Day
Admit it, you’ve skipped a day (or maybe five) without giving your reusable water bottle a proper scrubbing. Which is your favorite rationalization? “It’s just water in there,” “I washed it yesterday,” or maybe “It’s BPA-free, so I’m good?” Staying hydrated and doing you part for the environment by opting for a reusable bottle are commendable, but don’t sabotage those healthy habits by exposing yourself to potentially unhealthy and harmful bacteria. Find out how germy those bottles get if you skip daily washings from nutritionist, Dana White!
STAR, Inc. and Waypoint Adventure now partnering to offer an outdoor adventure series to youths and young adults with disabilities!
STAR, Inc. Lighting the Way and Waypoint Adventures are partnering to offer a 4-part series of outdoor adventures around Southwestern CT for youth and young adults with disabilities. The first one is Rock Climbing on June 9th! To participate or volunteer, email [email protected].
Summer 2018 M&M Picks!
To kick off summer, we chose some of our favorites for moms (beach bag and flats!), and our favorites for munchkins (fun for the backyard or beach)!
Meet Craig!
If you often see a dad around Westport who looks very familiar but you cannot figure out how you know him, chances are it’s because you usually see him when you are drinking coffee while watching NBC News or as the co-anchor of The Today show Saturday edition (and many weekdays now too). Craig Melvin is a Westport dad of two, who balances reporting on topical issues that matter most while also making his family feel like his number one priority. When Craig is not working he loves to spend time with his family at Compo Beach, Saugatuck Sweets, or grab dinner at Dunville’s. He loves Bourbon, the Carolina Panthers, and is grateful for Twitter for keeping him in the know. Though reporting runs crazy hours, he loves what he does, and even met his wife – Westport Mom, Lindsay Czarniak, and rockstar reporter and sports anchor – doing it! Together, Lindsay & Craig are a force to be reckoned with on and off the TV, and we are so lucky that they chose Westport to call home.
Grilled Mexican Street Taco Recipe from M.E.A.T. Provisions!
If you’re looking for that next week night – or week end meal, don’t miss this simple and delicious recipe fo Mexican Street Tacos from the team at M.E.A.T. Provisions Westport. They specialize in providing the highest-quality beef and lamb from Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil, New Zealand and Australia, and their primary meat source is Uruguay. Mention WestportMoms, and they may give you a special discount!
Fairfield Mom and Licensed Professional Counselor shares amazing blog post on how we can help our daughters feel full of themselves!
In a world filled with social pressures, and a perpetual focus on weight and appearance, many of us moms struggle to know how to be the best role model to our children – especially our daughters. Andree Palmgren, Fairfield mom of 4, and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) shares an amazingly motivational post on how to help make your daughters feel full of themselves!
Volunteer to run a Lemonade Stand for the 4th Annual Angel-Ade Fundraiser on 6/9!
Fourth Annual Angel-ade Lemonade Stand Fundraiser Volunteer with your family and friends to help run a lemonade stand in on Saturday, June 9th in support of Al’s Angels! It's FUN and a great way to teach your kids about the importance of philanthropy and giving back...
Whip Salon OPEN HOUSE This Saturday, 6/2 11am-1pm with a DJ, giveaways and special promotions!
Join Whip Salon located on the 2nd floor in Bedford Square for an OPEN HOUSE on Saturday June 2nd between 11a - 1p. If you've been thinking about checking out this hip new salon to see what all the "buzz" is about - it's the perfect excuse. Experience a LIVE...
5 Important Facts (from the experts at Yale New Haven Health) to Consider if you think you or your child may have trouble digesting gluten!
Many of us have (or know) children with some sort of food intolerance. As a result, many of us have frequent questions about celiac disease, the benefits – and challenges – of a gluten free diet, and when to se a doctor. We turned to Dr. Porto and the experts at Yale New Haven Health Pediatric Specialty Center in Greenwich for some important facts to consider when trying to assess whether you or your child has a problem digesting gluten.