Cut to the chase, Take me to the Momsense. I don’t know who loves a new playground more: me or my kids. Maybe it’s the influence of 6+ years of blogging about things to do with kids, but I get positively giddy when someone mentions a new or refurbished playscape! And that’s exactly how it […]
Renbrook School Summer Adventure
Updated for 2025! 2025 camp sessions run from June 9th to August 1st. Visit their website to register online. Hi everyone! Today is a really special day here at Out and About Mom. That’s because one of our very first guest bloggers, Jodie Sadowsky, has come back to the blog to share her family’s wonderful […]
The OAAM Archives: Wonderful Wickham Park
2024 update: Check out all the fun events planned in the park this season! Visit wickhampark.org for more info. A couple of weeks ago I was scrolling through some old posts on the site when I came across one of my favorite outings from way-back-when: The Model Train Layout at Time Machine Hobby. Overcome by […]
Summer Camps & Programs from the Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford (2018)
UPDATES FOR 2019: PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2018 and while many of the Mandell JCC summer programs remain the same for the 2019 season, it is possible that this post may contain some outdated information (and links!). Please view their 2019 Summer Program Guide for the most current information. Additional (and updated) information […]
Thinking Spring at Heirloom Market in Wethersfield
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was written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information.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 current information, please visit their website. 2018 Post: Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Dear Winter, Please stop this nonsense. […]
Feeding Time at The Children’s Museum in West Hartford
Please note: This post was originally published in 2018, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information.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 The Children’s Museum website for the most current information, especially about things like hours & pricing. Find more information about daily […]
2018 Easter Events in Connecticut
The Easter bunny hops into town a little early this year (April 1st!) which means March and the early part of April are loaded with fun Easter-themed events happening all across Connecticut! We’ve put together a list of some of our favorites but we hope you will share some of your favorites with us as […]
The East Hartford Public Library
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Oh my goodness…is it just me or is anyone else hankering for spring after that 60+ degree day on Tuesday? It’s not often I count on having outdoor play time in February (at least comfortable outdoor play time, sans snowsuits), so it was a treat to […]
Fun for Everyone at Yankee Candle Village
Please note: This post was originally published in 2018, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit Yankee Candle Village’s website for the most current information, especially about things like hours & pricing. Some activities may be unavailable due to current […]
FREE Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids in Connecticut (2018)
You know that famous Beatles tune. The one that says all you need is love. Well this Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a page from their songbook with our list of FREE (or practically free) kids’ activities to celebrate the official day of love! This handy Valentine’s Day Guide for 2018 is filled with activities and events for […]
Take Your Child to the Library Day 2018
It’s no secret that we LOVE libraries here at Out and About Mom. From play areas to programs, our public libraries offer tons of FREE fun for the whole family. And that’s why we get so excited about this annual event aimed at inspiring folks to check out their local library! On Saturday, February 3, […]
New England Black Wolves Lacrosse at Mohegan Sun Arena
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Dadsense. Hi everyone! It’s a really special day today 🙂 We may call our site “Out and About Mom,” but we always knew that there were tons of dads out there following the site, finding new places to explore and planning fun outings with their kids. Not to […]
New Year’s Resolutions: Self Care with Fit and Balanced Mom
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Happy New Year Out and About Moms and Dads! I don’t know about you, but I love beginnings. The potential that lies in a fresh start is thrilling. It’s enough to lift a girl right out of a post-holiday season slump! So naturally, I’m a fan […]
Reader Recommended Holiday Outing – Trail of Hope in East Hampton
Please note: This post was originally published in 2017. Please visit the Trail of Hope Facebook Page for the most current information. 2017 Post: Greetings Out and About Moms (and Dads)! Audrey here. As Shawna has updated you, my little family added a member in September and we’ve been very busy adjusting and welcoming our […]
Holiday Fun at Westfarms Mall
Thank you to Westfarms Mall for providing my family with a complimentary experience for the purpose of writing this post. All opinions are 100% my own. It’s no secret – there are a lot of really fun things we get to do when we go out on our OAAM adventures – we get to check […]
