If you follow our blog, you know that a little over a week ago we set out to introduce you to some family-friendly destinations recommend by one of our Out and About Mom readers (thanks again, Dina!). Our last adventure found us sewing adorable gnomes at Hartford Stitch. This weeks pick: pottery at The Firestone […]
Sewing Classes for Kids at Hartford Stitch
Do you know what we love even more than stumbling upon new family-friendly destinations and experiences to share? When our readers write to us and share their new finds! So we were downright ecstatic when Out and About Mom reader, Dina sent us an email with not 1, not 2, but THREE suggestions for future […]
Maple Sugaring Activities in Connecticut (2021)
Please note: This post is from 2021. Stay tuned for an updated 2022 listing! One of my favorite discoveries from writing this blog has been the brief (blink and you’ll miss it!) season of Maple Sugaring that generally happens late February into March. Sadly, many of our favorite maple-themed events and activities have been cancelled […]
Kids Virtual Paint Night With Picasso Parties
My older son has always loved arts & crafts. When he was little we busied ourselves with at-home activities like modeling clay and colored pencils and water colors. But as he’s gotten older, we’ve started venturing out to destinations that offer various types of artistic projects–from woodworking to sculpture to pottery. So it’s been particularly […]
Heated Tees at Chris Cote’s Golf Range in Southington
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2021 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit Chris Cote’s website for the most current information, especially about things like pricing and schedules. 2021 Post: A few weeks ago, before all this snow that […]
Some Big (Pink!) News…
Hi friends! You may have noticed that one of our regular contributors, Tiffany, has been a little MIA from the blog in past months. Well, that’s because she has been busy growing our Out and About Mom team 🙂 Tiffany and her husband welcomed a beautiful baby GIRL about two months ago. This is Tiffany’s […]
Snow Tubing at Powder Ridge Park
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2021 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit Powder Ridge Park’s website for the most current information, especially about things like pricing, schedules and process for registration/purchasing tickets. 2021 Post: I’m so lucky […]
Holiday Lights Spectacular at Olde Mistick Village
Please note: This post was originally published in 2021, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information (especially as it was written in the middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic!). Please be sure to check their website for the most current information. For […]
Devil’s Hopyard State Park
Please note: This post was originally published in 2020, 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 CT DEEP website for the most current information. 2020 Post: Disclosure: Nicole Bedard Photography is currently an Out and About […]
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays (2020)
Please note: Event information is current at the time of posting. Please check their websites for the most up-to-date information. Put the kids in their PJs, fill up the travel mugs with hot cocoa, and drive through one of these festive light displays! This is one holiday tradition that is practically pandemic-proof. Enjoy! Holiday Light […]
A Socially Distant Santa Visit (Yes, it does exist!)
***Please note: information in this post is accurate as of the time of publication. Given the ever-changing pandemic situation, please be sure to check their website or call ahead for the most up-to-date information.*** Do you need a little Christmas? I mean like, right this very minute? If you follow our blog, you know that […]
Tricks for Your Treats: Make that leftover Halloween candy disappear with these clever recipes–No magic required!
PLEASE NOTE: This post was originally published in 2020. ——————————- Halloween was on. Then is was off. Then is was definitely happening (albeit with candy bowls on the front porch). Now the experts at the CDC are recommending new alternatives to traditional trick-or-treating. So what’s a mom with five bags of Halloween candy languishing in […]
5 Not-So-Scary Halloween Events for Families in CT (2020)
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 kiddos of all ages, we’ve pulled together a list of not-so-scary Halloween happenings at some of our […]
The Annual Scarecrow Walk in Old Wethersfield
Please note: This post was originally published in 2020, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to check the Wethersfield Town Website for the most current information. For 2024, the Annual Scarecrow Walk will run from October 1st to […]
Fall Fun in Connecticut 2020 (Yes, it’s still happening!)
In my post last week I promised that there would be fall fun out there to be had this season, despite the unusual times. So this week I’m backing up that statement by highlighting 20+ fall-themed events and activities that your family can start enjoying right now. Pumpkins and apple fritters and hayrides and corn […]
