One of the things I love about writing this blog is that over the years I’ve grown increasingly aware of the subtle rhythms of New England agricultural life. I know that pick-your-own season officially opens with strawberries in June, that fresh berries and stone fruits start to top pancakes in local eateries in early July, and that corn mazes spring up […]
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Playhouse on Park
Hi everyone! Our Out and About Dad John O’Leary is back on the blog today with another OAAM first–a post meant just for us parents! Although Playhouse on Park does offer shows for young audiences, this time we’re hoping to inspire some grownup fun 🙂 Let’s face it, parenting is joyful but it can also […]
Ben & Jerry’s Factory in Waterbury, VT
Stowe, Vermont is one of our favorite destinations for a family ski trip. Did you know that this remote VT resort area is also home to the very first Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory?? On our first family visit to Stowe back in 2022, COVID-19 restrictions kept the factory closed to visitors, but on […]
Fun City Adventure Park in Rocky Hill
Please note: We are in the process of switching our email newsletter service. If you have recently tried to subscribe to our email list but are not receiving emails, please sign up again here. Thank you! Have you heard about the new indoor play place in Rocky Hill, CT? Today on the blog we’re checking out […]
A Visit to the Connecticut Science Center
Please note: We are in the process of switching our email newsletter service. If you have recently tried to subscribe to our email list but are not receiving emails, please sign up again here. Thank you! Thank you to the Connecticut Science Center for giving my family complimentary admission for the purpose of writing this post. […]