UPDATE 2017: The Wethersfield Farmers’ Market opened May 18th for the 2017 season. It runs every Thursday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm through October. PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014 and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure […]
Burke Ridge Farms in Ellington
I can’t believe it’s almost September. Where did the summer go?! But the good news is, fall and all the wonderful activities and events associated with that season are right around the corner. And sometimes I think that fall might be even more fun than summer 🙂 If you love fall as much as we […]
Ray of Light Farm
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still give you a great overview of the experience, please be sure to check their website for the most up-to-date information. It’s not clear if they still offer the pony rides, but they are now offering opportunities to feed the goats, as well […]
Rocky Hill – Glastonbury Ferry
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information. Please check their website for the most current information, especially about things like schedules and pricing. 2014 Post: Last summer as part of our trip to […]
Free Morning Movies at the Bow Tie Cinemas
UPDATE June 2018: Please note that this post was written in 2014. For 2018, the movie schedule is listed below. Trumbull is no longer listed as a participating location. Get the latest information here. 2014 Post Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. I’m taking a mini blogging break this week and spending some extra time […]
Fun in the Sun at Lake Compounce
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information. Please check their website for the most current information, especially about things like schedules and pricing. 2014 Post: Thank you to Lake Compounce for providing me and […]
Glastonbury Farmers’ Market
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. It was only last summer that Mandy and I discovered Farmers’ Markets as a wonderful source of family fun. I don’t know why we didn’t think of it sooner–they’re outside in an open space and beautiful sunshine, there are often musicians performing and sometimes there’s even […]
Art Start Class at the New Britain Museum of American Art
PLEASE NOTE: This post was originally written in 2014. While it should still give you a great idea of the overall experience, it is also possible that some information may be outdated. We encourage you to check out the New Britain Museum of American Art’s website for the most up to date information, especially for details like […]
OAAM Tiny Diner Series: b.good in Glastonbury
UPDATE 2/8/15: Just a reminder that b.good offers “Kids eat free” on Mondays from 4-9pm (with the purchase of a full size adult meal). We love a good deal on some great food! Cut to the Chase. Take me to the Momsense. In case you’re new to our blog, I wanted to take a moment […]
Ana Grace Marquez-Greene’s Playground in Elizabeth Park
UPDATE: In November 2014 the playground area in Elizabeth Park was expanded. Pictures are below! ————————————————————————————————————- Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. I’ve written about Elizabeth Park several times before (see here, here, here and here). I love so many things about this beautiful destination. The park covers over 100 acres and includes many pathways (some of […]