New Park

By: Rachel Ventura My little clan and I love playgrounds. We try to check one out at least once a week. We especially enjoy finding one that we have never been to before. So many new adventures to be had! The newest park in our area, Marathon Park in Bridgewater, is, according to my 4 … More New Park

Local Beaches Beckon…

By: Martianne Stanger It’s time to hit the beach!  Before the crowds.  Before the parking fees.  Before summer officially settles in.  Or, at least it is for my family.  Sunny, spring days never fail to invite my family to go explore local beaches  We happily accept this invitation, piling into our van with a picnic … More Local Beaches Beckon…

Spring has Sprung. Get Outside for Learning and Fun!

By: Martianne Stanger It was a long, cold winter.  Now spring is finally here!  So, put away the coats and snow boots and break out the daypacks.  It is time to get outside to take advantage of lots of hands-on learning and fun. Five favorite things we already have on our May calendar as possibilities … More Spring has Sprung. Get Outside for Learning and Fun!

Spring Break 2014

By: Alison Puzia, Guest Contributor Spring break is almost here! If you want to stay in the area, but still do something fun with the kids, check out these awesome mini-trip and staycation ideas! 1. Visit Mystic, CT Take a day trip or spend a long weekend in Mystic, CT. It may be too cold … More Spring Break 2014

Explore Hands-On Science, History, Art and More at Local Libraries

By: Martianne Stanger Where you can explore magnetism… step back in time to boycott a bus like Rosa Parks, build a simple machine, join in a drum circle, learn drawing from high school art club students, or get hands on with props and puppets from a production of Jack and the Beanstalk? If you live … More Explore Hands-On Science, History, Art and More at Local Libraries

Local Family Events

By: Alison Puzia, Guest Contributor Looking for activities to do with your family this month? Look no longer. We’ve compiled a list of the best events going on in your area- perfect for the whole family! 1. Fuller Craft Museum’s Machines and Mechanizations: Exploration in Contemporary Kinetic Sculpture exhibit is a great way to experience … More Local Family Events

Local Fun

By: Rachel Ventura Does anyone else love Ikea as much as I do? I know for a fact that my daughter does. Now that she is big enough to play in Smaland, it’s her favorite store. She calls it “The Ladybug Place” and we now go about once a week. We are lucky to live … More Local Fun