Around Town
Farm-to-Table Meals Right at Your Door from Azuluna
Cooking is a never-ending challenge when you become a parent. As we all try to provide our kids (and ourselves!) with the best possible options, it can be challenging to stay on top of the cooking with busy schedules and sometimes picky palates. And with...
Concussion Prevention & Treatment in Children
With back to school activities and sports in our near future, we all want to keep our kids healthy and safe. So, we turned to Dr. Kate Mullin with the New England Institute for Neurology and Headache to find out what you need to know when it comes to preventing and treating concussions.
Meet Chrissy Thompson of Play, Talk, & Grow
There are so many toys out there for kids that makes it super overwhelming to know what's best for your kids. This can be especially challenging if your child doesn't talk or speaks very little. To help make that process easier Chrissy Thompson, recently announced the...
Get to Know More About YoFiFest: The Yonkers Film Festival
Did you know that there is a film festival in Westchester? I am constantly surprised by everything Westchester has to offer so I was thrilled when I had the opportunity to learn more about YoFiFest: The Yonkers Film Festival where you can check out a collection of...
Meet a Mom: Sara Hood
This week’s Meet a Mom is one of our most inspiring stories we’ve featured at The Local Moms Network. Sara Hood is a mom of two little boys (ages 9 and 7) and married to NFL player Evander “Ziggy” Hood, who just signed with the New Orleans Saints; they were college...
A Conversation with Liz Astrof, author of Don’t Wait Up: Confessions of a Stay at Work Mom!
Television producer and writer Liz Astrof has forged a successful career behind the small screen, bringing her talent to shows like King of Queens, 2 Broke Girls, The Connors and Whitney. She’s also mom to two kids, a daughter, 10, and son, 12. She’s candid about...
5 Things to Know About Suburban Jungle
Suburban Jungle launched from a real need—having a resource to get the real insider scoop on a community. The reality? Real estate agents sell towns so they can sell houses. And if you don’t have personal connections in a town, it can be hard to engage with...
Jump Start Clinics at Goldfish Swim School Yorktown Heights
Are you looking for a fun way for your kiddos to refresh their swimming skills, or relearn some skills? Check out Jump Start Clinics at Goldfish Swim School Yorktown Heights, a fun way to take four days of 30-minute consecutive lessons with the same instructor.
SHRED and Flywheel Challenge
Join Flywheel and SHRED for Westchester's first ever cross studio fitness challenge! Take the following classes in 2 weeks to complete the challenge. Dates: Monday, August 5 - Sunday, August 18 2 Flywheel Spin Classes 2 Flywheel Precision Training Classes 2 SHRED...
A Summer Weekend in Litchfield County
Looking for a last-minute summer staycation weekend in Connecticut that’s fun for the whole family? Consider Litchfield County. In addition to unique lodging options, fresh and local dining and plenty of fun activities ranging from pick-your-own to hiking to a...
Get to Know More about The Pharm Stand, a CBD Wellness Boutique in Armonk
The Pharm Stand is a new CBD Wellness Boutique located in Armonk that sells the finest collection of CBD products sourced from the top producers and farms as well as several lines of health, wellness and non-CBD products.
Instagram Scavenger Hunt with the Westchester Parks Foundation
We love checking out the local parks in Westchester and this August you can enjoy an interactive way to explore through the Instagram Scavenger Hunt with the Westchester Parks Foundation. Through this fun Scavenger Hunt, the Westchester Parks Foundation...
Your Nails’ New Secret Weapon
As moms, life can be pretty rough on our nails. Between wrangling (and cleaning up after) kids, scrubbing dishes and constantly washing our hands, our nails go through a lot on a typical day. Not to mention the effects that other factors like hormones,...
Meet a Mom: Pamela Pekerman
Pam Pekerman is a TV veteran, a successful blogger who constantly champions other women and a dedicated mother. The Local Moms Network has loved collaborating with this positive mama on several events as well as her Youtube series, Hustle Like a Mom. We spoke to Pam...
Delicious Summer Offerings at Mediterrano White Plains
I am always looking for new places to explore in Weschester. From food to culture (and everything in between), there are so many cool things beyond to check out that always makes living here new and exciting. Food is by far one of my favorites to check out and...
How to Build the Perfect “She Shed”
This story originally appeared on Southern Motion, a manufacturer of high-quality reclining furniture. Man Caves, where men have their own space to relax, watch TV, and enjoy their hobbies, have been around for ages. But isn’t it time for the ladies to have a piece...
Host to Perfection’s Naked Lime Cake
Sisters Barbara and Carolina are the talented entertaining experts behind Host to Perfection. Their Instagram feed is pure inspiration, and this Greenwich, CT-based duo now have almost 40,000 followers getting ideas from their tablescapes, recipes and more. The women...
Meet a Mom:Heather Feig: Founder of of Bookmark Buddies
It's incredible how our kids are a source of constant inspiration. Take it from Heather Feig who started her company, Bookmark Buddies after her daughter, Lanie, had a third grade reading buddy who was very sick with a brain tumor. Lanie, who was in...
28 Things to Do in Westchester County This Summer
There is so many fun things to do in Westchester County this summer. From nature walks to museum visits to concerts, there's literally something for everyone to enjoy. Read on to check out a few highlights of activities and events going on this summer....
Tips for a Summer Tech Reset
Youth will have more time to breathe and explore their interests beyond school, but so often downtime becomes screen time. Summer’s wide open time spans can heighten battles over technology use. This is the perfect time to revisit your family rules and see what’s working and what’s not and come up with summer guidelines.
