This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Brittany H., winner of the family four-pack of tickets! Didn’t win but still want to go? See details below! Thank you to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for sponsoring this giveaway. Any opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. The circus. It’s an iconic part […]
Maple Sugaring Activities in Connecticut (2026)
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 […]
The Instant Pot Trick That Will Change Your Dinner Game
I’ve had my Instant Pot for more than five years now, and I use it weekly to make quick and delicious meals for my busy family (you can find some of my favorites here, here, and here). Lately though, I’ve been using my Instant Pot almost daily to prepare side dishes like rice and potatoes– […]
Visit With Santa in Connecticut 2025
Please note: All dates and times are accurate (to the best of our knowledge!) as of publication. However, we strongly encourage you to visit each destination’s website before you go to check for any updates or changes. It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we want to be sure you and your family […]
The BEST Thanksgiving Recipes on the Internet
Hi friends! I know you don’t usually come to us for culinary advice (unless it’s some ideas for how to use up the 25lbs of apples your kiddos picked on your last orchard outing LOL), but throughout my 15+ years careening through parenthood, I’ve learned that it never hurts to pick up a time-saving tip […]
Fair Weather Growers Fall Festival
Has it really been 11 years since my last visit to the Fair Weather Growers Fall Festival in Cromwell, CT?? A quick glance at this (ancient!) post confirms for me that my now 12-year-old was indeed a wobbly one year old the last time we visited. Thankfully, my endlessly energetic 8-year-old was more than happy […]
Make & Decorate an Easy DIY Playhouse
Here’s a cute idea for a homemade holiday gift! All you need is one of these tri-fold presentation boards, a yardstick or other straight-edge tool, a utility knife and a Sharpie! Over the years my kids have enjoyed several of these cardboard houses that they can decorate themselves. They have always been a great gift. […]
Favorite Holiday Appetizers
Hosting this holiday season? Get the party started with one of these tasty treats! Every recipe in this post has been tested (and tasted!) by our OAAM family, so you can feel confident that your family will love them too 🙂 Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Truffles from The Novice Chef Garlic Lemon Herb Butter Board […]
OAAM’s Back to School Tool Kit
We love summer because it means more time to explore, but there’s also something comforting about settling back in to the routine of a new school year. Whether you have preschoolers or high schoolers, a little back to school prep can go a long way to making this season less stressful and more enjoyable for […]
3 Inexpensive Kitchen Tools That Will Revolutionize Dinnertime
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, we earn commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Out and About Mom! As a busy mom of three, I’ve embraced the slow cooker as an essential tool for getting tasty meals on the table when I’ve had […]