One of the things I love about writing this blog is that over the years I’ve grown increasingly aware of the subtle rhythms of New England agricultural life. I know that pick-your-own season officially opens with strawberries in June, that fresh berries and stone fruits start to top pancakes in local eateries in early July, and that corn mazes spring up […]
Downtown Manchester Scarecrow Festival
I’ve long been a fan of the annual Scarecrow Walk in Wethersfield, but this year I’ve discovered there’s another town festooning their Main Street with dozens of creative characters! Did you know about the Downtown Scarecrow Festival in Manchester, CT?? Now through the end of October you can stroll along Main Street in Manchester and […]
Not-So-Scary Halloween Events for Families in Connecticut (2023)
Spooky season is upon us! Which means it’s time for our annual roundup of not-so-scary Halloween events in Connecticut that you can feel confident taking your littles to (hey, we don’t want our kids climbing into bed with us after a 3am nightmare either! Ha!). We hope this list helps you find lots of opportunities […]
Drive Through Holiday Light Displays in (and around) CT 2022
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 stress-free cruise through a holiday wonderland has become one of our […]
Giveaway: Holiday Cirque! With the Hartford Symphony Orchestra
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Enrique R., winner of the tickets to the 2pm show, and Krista S., winner of the tickets to the 7pm show! Didn’t win but still want to go? There’s still time to purchase tickets for the December 10th shows! Details below. Thank you to the Hartford Symphony Orchestra for […]
Celebrating Fall at Brown’s Harvest
Please note: This post was written in 2022 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information.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 before you go for the most current information, especially about things like hours and pricing. 2022 Post: We had such […]
GIVEAWAY: Family Four Pack of Tickets to Hartford Symphony Orchestra’s Tales of Halloween Musical Event!
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Joanne G., winner of the family four pack of tickets to HSO’s Tales of Halloween event. Have fun, Joanne! Didn’t win but still want to go? Read on for information about how to purchase tickets for this family-friendly spooky musical extravaganza! Thank you to the Hartford Symphony Orchestra for […]
Fall Fun at Foster Farm
Please note: This post was written in 2022 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 before you go for the most current information, especially about things like hours and pricing. 2022 Post: When we started […]
Fall Fairs in Connecticut 2022
If you’re a fan of our blog, then you probably know that in general, we mostly write about destinations and activities that we have actually been to and experienced firsthand. We like to be on the ground, getting all the nitty-gritty details and making sure that each outing is worth your time and expense. For […]
Easter Fun at Bunnyville in the Westfarms Mall
Thank you to Westfarms for providing us with this complimentary experience for the purpose of writing this post. All opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. I am SO excited to be back on the blog today – It has been a really long time! I am sure you won’t even recognize my […]