Hi everyone! In case you haven’t noticed, PYO (pick-your-own) season is in full swing now with the arrival of strawberries last week (not to mention sunshine!). So this time of year we like to revise and update our ever-expanding list of farms and orchards that we have visited over the years here at Out and […]
Safari Golf in Berlin, CT
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2017, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit their website for the most current information. 2017 Post: Last weekend we finally had a taste of summer weather, so of course we had to […]
Al Fresco With Kiddos: Family-Friendly Outdoor Dining Spots in Connecticut
This post was originally published in 2017. Please be sure to check websites for the most up-to-date information on these destinations. Last weekend I posted one of my favorite outdoor dining spots on our Facebook page, and it generated a lot of excitement! So I thought it might be fun to put together a list of […]
2017 Summer Bucket List for the Connecticut Mom
Please note that some of the suggested outings are businesses that have been or are currently sponsors of our site. No additional compensation was received for this post. All opinions are 100% our own. This might just be our favorite time of the year here at Out and About Mom. It’s right about now that we start to […]
GIVEAWAY: Family Four-Pack of Tickets to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester, NY
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Jaime M., winner of the family four-pack of tickets to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester! Didn’t win but still want to go? Get the details on this destination in our post here. Thank you to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester for providing the tickets for this giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own. Last […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Westchester, NY
Please note: This post was written in 2017, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. ———————————————————— Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Thank you to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester […]
Family Fun at Nomads Adventure Quest
Please note: This post was written in 2017, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. Some new pics from our 2023 visit! Most of the facility looked very much the same, but […]
100+ Things To Do Over Spring Break in (and around) Connecticut
Since many Connecticut schools have spring break next week, I thought it would be helpful to put together a quick post with some of our most popular outings. While some of you might be heading out of town to a fantastic destination (enjoy!), I bet that many of you, like me, are sticking around for this school-free […]
Making Maple Syrup at Lamothe’s Sugar House
Please note: this post was written in 2017, 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 for the most current information. 2017 Post: Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. A couple of weeks […]
GIVEAWAY: Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Day Out With Thomas 2017
This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Amanda G., winner of the family four-pack of tickets to Day Out With Thomas 2017! Didn’t win but still want to go? Keep reading for all the details about this beloved event including how to buy tickets. Thanks to the Essex Steam Train for sponsoring this post! All opinions expressed […]