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5 Tips for Keeping Your Skin Hydrated from Makeup Artist Emily Rosnick
Has this winter wreaked havoc on your skin like it has ours? Don’t miss these recommendations from renowned makeup artist (a Fairfield County native and resident!), Emily Rosnick, who shares her 5 tips for staying dewy and glowing all year long!
Meet Mackenzie!
If you don’t know Mackenzie, you are missing out! Not only is she one of the most bad-ass teachers and a Master Trainer at JoyRide (and now JoyX!), she is also a Westport mom, the Westport Staples Assistant Varsity girls’ soccer coach, and a push up champion. While all of her accomplishments might make her seem intimidating, she is truly one of the nicest- and most motivating – people you’ll ever meet. Learn what ultimately drove her to leave the Corporate world, about her love for skiing- and her girlfriends- and much more about this amazing woman who is often heard shouting over loud music “Come on legs!!”
March M&M Picks
M&M Picks are back! Check out our March favorites: Finally guilt- and gluten-free ice cream- check out Halo Top, and keep kids of all ages entertained with creative art and educational products from Kiwi and Koala Crate (a great group birthday gift!!)
Finally…the Slow Cooker Recipes you've been looking for!
If you’re anything like us, EASY is all you want when it comes to dinner time, especially when meal planning for the kids. Especially in the winter, the slow cooker is often the way to go! Check out some of these favorites from local chef, Dana White.
Don't Miss Lester's Westport 1st Anniversary Savings Event this Weekend!
If you need to catch up on some spring shopping for you (and your kiddos), stop by Lester’s for their Westport 1st Anniversary Savings event this weekend. There will be savings up to 20% off the best new styles for spring, fun for the kids with entertainment all day Saturday, drawings for Lester’s gift cards and more!
Stamford Nature Center Maple Sugar Festival is next Weekend!
Celebrate the sweetness of the maple sugaring season as this annual family favorite returns to the Stamford Museum and Nature Center. Presented by First County Bank, Maple Sugar Festival Weekend takes place at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center on Saturday, March...
Meet Jessica!
Meet Jessica, Westport's newest vet who comes to YOU for all pet-related services! She is not only an incredibly talented veterinarian (3rd generation in her family in fact!), but also a caring, intelligent person who goes above and beyond for her clients- and...
Introducing Forte- The future of fitness!
With summer around the corner, and consistently limited time to work out, check out Forte Fitness where you can stream live and on-demand fitness classes from leading boutique studios worldwide. Discount code included for Westport Moms!
Bringing Philanthropy & Business Together in Southport
With summer rapidly approaching, check out a fantastic new local business – Gells (pronounced Jellz) Belts – whose founders’ commitment to philanthropy and mutual appreciation for well-made apparel and design resulted in a line of colorful belts.
Meet Jessica!
Jessica is Fairfield County’s newest vet who comes to YOU for all pet-related services! She is not only an incredibly talented veterinarian (3rd generation in her family in fact!), but also a caring, intelligent person who goes above and beyond for her clients- and friends. Jessica and her family moved here last spring from San Francisco, and is -not surprisingly – loving weekend visits to Elviras and the beach! Learn more about her story, her favorite Westport restaurant, and the many animals she grew up with!
Meet Jennifer!
Jennifer Wider (or Jena as she is often called!) is not only a mom of 3 here in Westport, but also a nationally renowned women’s health expert and author. Jennifer is also a medical advisor to Cosmopolitan magazine and hosts a weekly radio segment on Sirius XM Stars called “Am I Normal?” She absolutely loves what she does, and if you are ever in need of a good laugh, she apparently does a pretty stellar impression of Donald Duck!
Vacation Break Guide to Sanity!
With February break around the corner, many of us not going away are desperately looking for activities for the kids! Check out some of the places offering programs to get you- and your kids- through those long, dark days!
Looking for some Valentine's Day Lava??
Don’t miss this Molten Chocolate Cake, recipe courtesy of local mom and chef, Rebecca Oren, who promises this one is fool-proof!
Super Up Super Bowl Sunday!
In advance of the Super Bowl, local foodie Anna Gass shares some of her favorite twists on traditional recipes for the occasion! In her spare time, Anna is a chef, recipe tester & blogger whose motto is: “Life’s too short to exercise portion control.”
February M&M Picks!
M&M Picks are back! Check out our February favorites: Make packing – and unpacking- for any trip faster and easier with Joyus Luggage Shelf, and keep your kids entertained for hours with Slime Mystery!
Meet Lindsay!
Meet Lindsay, a local mom, who in addition to chasing after two very little ones as much as she can, is a SportsCenter reporter and anchor for ESPN. Lindsay is the real deal; she’s incredibly smart and accomplished, but is as genuine and grounded as they come. She shared with us some favorite local restaurants, recent family trips, and her proudest mommy moments!
Hot Westport Restaurant, The Cottage, Expands- The Man Behind the Story
With the New Year, comes a new and improved Cottage. Get the dish from the founder and Chef himself, and keep an eye out for kitchen tips and guest bartending opportunities to come!
Introducing M&M Picks!
Two Westport Moms sharing their favorite new products, apps, or services that every mom shouldn’t live without!
Meet Dana and Julie!
Meet Dana and Julie, two local moms who took a passion for food – and their experience co-founding a granola business (OatsGranola) – and opened The Granola Bar, a coffee shop and restaurant that was an overnight hit just 3 years ago. If you’ve been to TGB, you likely have met this dynamic duo, but if you want to know where they go to dinner with their kids- or what their favorite app and beauty products are today, keep reading!
My New Years resolution is to cook healthier meals for my kids…is yours??
If you’re anything like us, you’ve vowed to make healthier meals for your kids- and there never seems to be enough time. We hope to have local foodies add new easy, healthy recipes every few weeks, so stay tuned!