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Get Organized with the 5 Step Design Process from Closet Factory!

Closet Factory offers custom storage solutions for all areas of your home.

The Unofficial Greenwich Mom Checklist: Summer 2022 Edition

By Andrea Lavinthal, a Greenwich Mom of two who is the Style & Beauty Director at PEOPLE. Like many families, Andrea and her husband, Justin Gregory and their kids Saxon, 5, and Vaughn, 3, moved to town from Manhattan at the beginning of the pandemic. Read more...

Meet the Founder of Gatsby Chocolate!

After successfully revolutionizing ice cream with his Halo Top brand, Doug Bouton has turned to chocolate.

Gregory Zamfotis of Gregorys Coffee Shares Lessons from His Dad!

What the coffee entrepreneur learned from his father.

Meet the Dad Behind Get Joy, Good Food For Dogs!

When Tom Arrix’s dog Cooper was diagnosed with lymphoma, he searched for ways to help him live a longer and better life. Now, Tom (a Darien-based Dad to four kids and two dogs) has a growing dog food and wellness business, Get Joy, that helps dogs everywhere live healthier and better lives.

How to Prevent Summer Injuries!

School is almost out for summer which means that your kids will have unlimited time for fun (within the boundaries you’ve set). The Coastal Orthopedics team always encourages your children to get outside, get active, and most importantly have fun! There are so many summer activities to choose from such as going on bike rides, playing on the playground, swimming, riding a skateboard and so much more. While it can seem like all fun and games, we advise that you take some precautions first!

Meet a Dad: Michael Acheson of Horseneck Wine!

Stop by Horseneck and let this experienced sommelier help you pick the perfect vino.

Meet a Dad: Chef Stephen Lewandowski of Townhouse!

This Greenwich restaurant has become a go-to destination quickly.

If Everyone But Your Child Has Their COVID-19 Vaccine, Is Summer Travel Safe for Your Family?

Reclaim Your Summer with Confidence! Summer may look different for everyone this year. Find your balance with must-know tips as you plan for a memorable summer with your family. From travel safety pointers to tick and sun protection, Connecticut Children’s pediatric experts share resources to plan for a fun and safe summer.

Laura’s Lean: Mom’s Little Secret

Read the 6 reasons Laura’s Lean fixes your dinner dilemma and how Elizabeth Lim, the talented Mom of two behind Beach Cities Moms (who also happens to be an experienced recipe creator) uses it!

Mosquito Squad – Backyard Bingo!

Here’s a fun idea from our partner Mosquito Squad to get outside and enjoy your backyard this summer! We give you Backyard Bingo!

Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria from The BakerMama!

This Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria from The BakerMama is not only refreshing, but decorated with a patriotic, festive kabob—making it perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July or Labor Day.

Meet the Moms Behind QUADJOBS: Andra Newman and Betsy O’Reilly

Have you ever just needed an extra hand – and fast? This is a rhetorical question, of course – all Moms can use an extra hand sometime, and the busiest life moments seem to happen with little notice! That’s why we LOVE QuadJobs, a company founded by two Greenwich Moms, Andra Newman and Betsy O’Reilly.

Virtual Activities Guide!

Our Virtual Learning Guide is a shortlist of virtual activities including Writing Skills, Public Speaking, Arts & Crafts, Woodworking, Language Programs, Coding Classes, Movie Production Workshops, SAT/ACT Test Prep, Science Activities, Acting Classes, and More! We hope your family takes advantage of some of these amazing opportunities, right in your own home.

Insider Tips on Making a Jewelry Investment with Nicole HD Jewelry

At NicoleHD Jewelry, our mission is to make high quality fine jewelry accessible to everyone. Our founder Nicole Hendelman-Dersovitz comes from a family of jewelers and has rocked the jewelry industry for over 3 decades. Here are a few of her insider tips on making a jewelry investment.

How to Talk to Kids About the Uvalde, Texas School Shooting

Greenwich Moms & Psychologist Reon Baird, PhD, shares her advice.

Our Favorite Ways to Stay Up-to-Date on News!

If you’re short on time (and aren’t we all?!), check out our shortlist of podcasts, newsletters and Instagram accounts that will bring you up to speed in just a few minutes a day, on everything from global events to Hollywood gossip.

Meet a Mom: Lauren Schweibold of Madison Events!

This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Lauren Schweibold, a Greenwich Mom of three who moved to town four years ago from New York City. Like many Big Apple transplants, she and her family first settled in Riverside, and more recently moved to mid-country to raise...