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Stamford To Follow The State’s Guidance For Halloween
The State of Connecticut has released guidance for celebrating Halloween this season while adhering to health and safety guidelines. Find them here.
Mill River Park Launches New Expansion Phase
An exciting expansion project is underway at Mill River Park! It will create a larger space for families to enjoy both outdoors and indoors all year long. We had the chance to speak to Nia Rhodes Jackson, Director of Visitor Experience with Mill River Park about what this means for local families.
Who We Play For: Preventing Sudden Cardiac Arrest
The parents behind Who We Play For formed a nonprofit organization aimed at eliminating preventable Sudden Cardiac Arrest through electrocardiogram screening. Learn more about it, here!
Weekend Events Round Up At A Social Distance!
Happy weekend! Whether you're looking for a great fall family activity or virtual entertainment, we have options for you! If you want to head to the pumpkin patch, here's our list of places to go! Scroll down to check out more options for what to do this weekend! ...
Join the St. Luke’s Middle School Virtual Open House
If you would like to find out what your child’s school day would be like at St. Luke’s, please join them Sunday, October 18 at noon for the Middle School Virtual Open House.
Meet Beth!
Beth Lenhard is a Stamford mom of two and the school nurse at New Canaan Country School. Learn more about Beth and find out everything from health tips to what she does for “me time!”
Start Halloween Weekend with Spooktacular at the Palace Theatre!
The Palace Theatre will host its first in-person performance since March in celebration of Halloween! In Spooktacular, vampires soar, skeletons stagger, and acrobatic cats romp through a humorously haunted bazaar of the bizarre. Find out more, here!
Halloween 2020 Events & Activities
Halloween celebrations will look different this year. But, there are still plenty of opportunities to get the kids dressed up for some festive fun while social distancing and following safety protocols. Check here for a list of events and activities for spooktacular fun at home!
Why Trust Center-Based Childcare During COVID-19?
Lindsay Hoffman is the President of Building Blocks Early Learning Center and Child’s World Academy, as well as mom of 3 explains why she’s trusting center-based daycare right now.
Rebecca Allen: Sophisticated Solutions for Women!
Rebecca Allen Shoes is a chic and curated collection of a two-strap sandal heel, classic pump and versatile flat, launched by mom of one Rebecca Allen. With a background in finance, she started her business to provide sophisticated styles that flatter every complexion. Find out more, here!
Weekdays are Kids’ Days at Pinstripes!
Pinstripes has begun a new promotion for their Kids Club Program. Monday through Thursdays, up to 4 Kids are able to enjoy $5 Kids Meals and/or $5 hour of Bowling or Bocce including shoes with each adult meal purchase. Learn more, here!
Meet The Dad Behind LifeVac
Arthur Lih, III is a dad and the Inventor and CEO of LifeVac. He’s explaining what spurred him to launch this life-saving product, how it works, and why he wants every family to have access to one. Find out more, here.
Recipe: Maple & Cinnamon Roll Pancakes!
Nicole Washington, the talented mom behind the Brown Sugar blog is sharing a great recipe for Maple & Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. Find it here!
2020 Stamford Leaf Pick Up Schedule!
The City of Stamford will allow residents to put their leaves on the curb during the 2020 fall season for pick up beginning November 11!
SPS Update on Teaching, Learning, Long-Term Facilities Planning & School Visitor Policy
Stamford Public School Superintendent, Dr. Tamu Lucero is updating families on teaching, learning, long-term facilities planning & school visitor policy
Weekend Events Round Up At A Social Distance!
Happy three day weekend! Whether you’re looking for pumpkin patches, farmer’s markets or camps for the day off on Monday, we have options here!
2020 Stamford Preschool Guide!
Get information about preschools in our area, what you need to know and where to go if you’d like to learn more in the 2020 Stamford Moms Preschool Guide!
Meet the CT Mom Behind Lifestyle Brand, Emilie Heathe
Emily Rudman is a new mom based in Connecticut and founder of lifestyle brand Emilie Heathe, which has been featured in publications like Vogue and Allure. Her curated product lineup currently includes nontoxic nail polish, an exfoliating lip treatment, fine jewelry, makeup sets and vanity boxes. Learn more about her and her brand, here!
Meet Dr. Kim Nichols!
Dr. Kim Nichols is a mom of three and a board-certified dermatologist who recently opened SkinLab by NicholsMD in Harbor Point. Learn more about the new skincare destination, Dr. Nichols’ advice for moms when it comes to skincare and how she juggles work and mommy hood!
Cerebelly: Our Favorite Baby & Toddler Food Pouch!
Teresa Purzner is the accomplished mom of three who launched Cerebelly when she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for. Find out why we love it and find out more about Teresa, here!
