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was written in 2019, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information.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 be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date information, especially about things like hours & pricing. 2019 Post: Cut to the chase. Take me to […]
‘Twas the Night Before Holiday Break
This post was originally published in 2018 but has been updated with current information for 2019. Please note: some activities mentioned may be past or present sponsors of Out and About Mom. No additional compensation was received for this post. All opinions are 100% our own. ‘Twas the night before holiday break and all […]
Holiday Shopping With Kids (Yes, it can be fun!)
If you’re anything like me, despite your best efforts to plan ahead, you’re still staring down a list of holidays gifts. And with time running short, it’s inevitable that at some point we’ll find ourselves with no choice but to bring along the kiddos for some of the last-minute holiday prep. So I thought it […]
New York City & The Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Pssst! Like this post? Don’t forget to check out our 2018 Holiday Guide for even more holiday fun! —————- I can’t tell you exactly what it is – but there is something special about New York City – especially around the holidays. I have enjoyed taking the train into the city since I was in […]
The NEW Playground at Bushnell Park
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information.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. 2018 Post: Have you heard?! The BRAND NEW playground at Bushnell Park in Hartford is […]
Out and About Mom’s 2018 Holiday Guide
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we want to be sure you and your family have an opportunity to spend time together and enjoy some of the amazing holiday activities in our area! So, once again, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite holiday destinations to share with you. […]
Northwest Park in Manchester
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. One of the best parts of writing this blog is when our wonderful readers introduce us to little-known places. Places that we have driven by a thousand times, and yet never knew what was just around the corner! And so is the case with the subject […]
Riverview Farms Fall Festival at Robb’s Farm
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good overview of the activity, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit the Riverview Farms website for the most current information. 2018 Post: Thank you to Riverview Farms […]
12 FREE Halloween Activities for Kids (2018)
At Out and About Mom, we have 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. And […]
Imagine Nation Revisited: The NEW Artists Circle Series
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. This post has been sponsored by Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center. All opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. As parents, I feel like we are afforded a unique perspective on the passage of time. Somehow days can feel like years and […]
Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon, MA
Please note: This post was originally written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. 2018 Post: Don’t forget to check their website for seasonal activities like their Winter Wonderland holiday […]
20+ Outings on our 2018 Fall Bucket List
PLEASE NOTE: This post was originally published in 2018 and it may contain some outdated information. Please check the websites for each venue for the most current information, especially about schedules and dates. Fall officially begins on September 22nd but we are already preparing at Out and About Mom! We want to make sure you […]
Apple Picking at Dondero Orchards
Please note: This post was written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. ———————————————————– If you have been following our blog for a while, then you know that we looooove […]
Hidden Valley Miniature Golf
Hey there! Be sure to check out our NEW (2020) post on Hidden Valley Miniature Golf for all the details on their newly restored course and BRAND NEW outdoor restaurant! (We’ve just left this 2018 post here for the memories 🙂 ) For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. 2018 Post: Cut to […]
Manfredi Farms in Westerly, RI
My boys’ birthdays are less than two weeks apart, with the younger born right at the end of July and the elder in early August. Which means that for the first couple weeks of this month we are pretty much throwing a party at all times. This sounds like it would be really fun, but […]
