PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2019 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink’s website for the most current information, especially about things like pricing, schedules and process for registration/purchasing tickets. 2019 Post: A […]
Archives for 2019
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops (and Cabela’s too!)
Please note: This post was originally published in 2019, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, please be sure to check their website for the most up-to-date details. 2019 Post: When it comes to the holidays (specifically Christmas), I get really excited to see my kids experience all of […]
Out and About Mom’s 2019 Holiday Guide
Please note: Some of the businesses/organizations included in this list are currently or have been Out and About Mom sponsors. No additional compensation was received for this post and all opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we want to be sure you and […]
GIVEAWAY: Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Cirque Musica Holiday Wishes at the Webster Bank Arena
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Nicole S., winner of the family four-pack of tickets to Cirque Musica Holiday wishes at the Webster Bank Arena on December 8, 2019 at 2:00pm! Didn’t win? Tickets are still available to purchase. See details below. Thank you to Webster Bank Arena for sponsoring this post and providing the […]
Still nuts for the Lutz! (A new look at an old favorite)
Please note: This post was originally published in 2019, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to visit the Lutz Children’s Museum website for the most current information, especially about things like hours & pricing, and ticketing procedures. 2019 […]
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Connecticut (2019)
At Out and About Mom, we’ve always had a soft spot for Halloween. I mean, what other holiday practically requires that grownups act like kids? To make sure you find lots of opportunities to enjoy this fun holiday with your family, we’ve pulled together a list of Halloween happenings at some of our favorite Connecticut destinations. We’ve got […]
EcoTarium Museum of Science and Nature
PLEASE NOTE: This post was originally published in 2019, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date information, especially about things like hours & pricing. 2019 Post: Have you ever had one (or two or three) […]
SeaQuest Trumbull
Thank you to SeaQuest Trumbull for giving my family complimentary admission for the purpose of writing this blog post. All opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. Now that we are all settling back into our new school year routine, I am happy to have the chance to finally share about one of […]
20 Fall Fairs To Try This Season
If you’re a fan of our blog, then you probably know that in general, we mostly write about destinations and activities that we have actually been to and experienced firsthand. We like to be on the ground, getting all the nitty-gritty details and making sure that each outing is worth your time and expense. For […]
Favorite Outings From Year 8!
So this happened yesterday: And a couple weeks ago down in FL, this happened too: And it made me realize two things. 1. These kids are growing up WAY too fast. And 2. I almost forgot to celebrate our 8th Blog-I-Versary! Sometimes I can’t even believe it was 8 years ago (August 16, 2011 to […]
