In the Know
Rose to Runway event for Cystic Fibrosis at the Loading Dock on 10/27
Family Halloween Art Day at the Westport Arts Center!
Babysitter Safety Course at the Westport Fire Department!
Calling all future babysitters! The Westport Fire Department is offering a 5-session Babysitter Safety Course for 12-18 year olds!! Sign up now!
Annual Westport Children's Parade- Thursday, 10/26 on Main Street
Join us, the Westport P.A.L. and the Downtown Merchants Association for the Annual Children’s Halloween Parade on Thursday, October 26th. Children and parents will meet at Main Street and Post Road West at 3:30 p.m. and parade up Main Street, along Avery Place and to Town Hall.
Halloween Event at Super Soccer Stars which is FINALLY in Connecticut!
The famous Super Soccer Stars which has been a huge hit through New York City and Westchester has now made it to Connecticut! With a location in Greenwich and new classes out of Stepping Stones Museum in Norwalk, Super Soccer Stars is finally here! On Sunday, 10/29, join them from 12-3pm for their Halloween Party at Division 1 Prep in Greenwich. There will be soccer activities, face painting, and much more!
NEW Friends of Compo Beach Group Making Waves in Westport!
Have you heard about the newly formed Friends of Compo Beach Group? If not, now you have and YOU will be grateful to this group of women for making waves with regard to the status of Compo Beach. Think more parking, less traffic, more clean bathrooms, and more! They are looking for your ideas – and support!
Bra with a Cause- Buy a bra, and help fight Breast Cancer!
In the spirit of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we wanted to let you know that Wacoal is sponsoring an incredible “Bra with a Cause” initiative where they will donate $2 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation with the purchase of every awareness bra during October!
Dr. Ofer of the Avery Center discusses Breast Cancer and what WE can do!
Though most do know October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, many don’t know how much knowledge about and research on breast cancer awareness and prevention has evolved in recent years. Dr. Ofer of the Avery Center here in Westport shares some terrific resources, and some tips we all should have on how to best educate and protect ourselves!
2017 Pumpkin Picking Guide!
Costumes are ordered, mums are out, and now we need pumpkins to decorate! Here is your Fall 2017 PUMPKIN PICKING GUIDE to the best family friendly recommendations in CT!
Devon Woodhill #carrycolorwithyou DARTY on 10/19!
You're Invited to a Trunk Show Featuring Kyle By Alene Too and Me.N.U on 10/19!
Teresa Giudice at Barnes & Nobles on Monday 10/9 at 7pm
Easy-Travel Spa Getaways
Treat yourself to a spa getaway! We found some lovely options in CT that allow for easy travel and will leave you rejuvenated and refreshed. A spa weekend also makes a great gift for your significant other (that you both can enjoy)… because time together is the best gift you can give.
How to Handle News Media Exposure with Kids
With all of the news of late, it is nearly impossible to know what – if anything – to say to your children about the world we live in. Audrey Paul (M.D.Ph.D. trained in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine), who runs Heads Up Concussion Center in Westport and works at Westport Urgent Care shares her guidelines on how much and what media exposure is appropriate based on age! Thank you Audrey!
Myths and Facts about Au Pair Childcare!
If your childcare needs have changed, and you are considering an Au Pair, Cultural Care Au Pair consultant, Jennifer Halberg, can help debunk some of the myths about what an Au Pair IS and ISN’T. If affordable, flexible care is what you are looking for, this may be your answer!
Apple Picking Season is HERE – WestportMoms has you covered!
Cooler temperatures mean sweater weather, big cups of hot cocoa, back-to-school, and of course APPLE SEASON! Check out WestportMoms list of the best family friendly recommendations in CT and two in New York in case you want a convenient place to meet out of town friends!
Get your Flu Shot at Westport Urgent Care on 9/26!
Westport Urgent Care is offering flu shots on Tuesday, 9/26 from 8am-8pm! Stop in anytime; anyone is welcome and no appointments necessary! And if you are wondering who should get the Flu Vaccine – and why – see what Audrey Paul – the head of Heads Up Westport Concussion Center has to share!
5 Fun Facts about the Westport Library!
Most people living in Westport – or the surrounding communities – know about the terrific classes and programming the Library offers – especially for little kids. However, there are quite a few incredible resources the Library offers that many are not aware of which we wanted to share!
5 Don't Miss Fall Trends from Stylist Amy Guzzi of Fred Boutique
Wondering what to wear for fall as summer suddenly disappeared in the blink of an eye? Here are 5 trends from Stylist Amy Guzzi of Fred Boutique that will keep you feeling comfy and cute as the crisp weather sets in!
SafeRide – Make you – and your kids – safer while you drive!
As much as we don’t want to admit it, most of us are overly reliant our cell phones – even while we’re driving. Despite knowing calls made or texts sent while driving (or at a light) are not worth the risk, it can be tempting. SafeRide is an incredible new free app that automatically locks the driver’s phone by disabling the mobile screen and muting sounds while the car is moving. Whether it’s for you – or your kids – or both – see how Saferide may actually be a life changer.