If you live in Connecticut or follow anyone on social media who does, you know that we have had a rough summer. There was one relentless heat wave after the other. As a native southerner, I acknowledge our heat wave is nothing compared to what our friends down in Kings Bay experienced, but we are just not [...]
Next up in our "5 Things I'm Loving Right Now" series, Groton! J. Lima Massage Therapy This is your sign to stop neglecting your self-care. I have mom guilt, so during my time off I feel like I have to overcompensate and do all things kids related. All the stress of life manifests in my [...]
Happy September! As we roll into the fall season, don't miss these great events happening this month: Corn Maze and Cider Donut Festival (Sept. 2-3) I see y’all putting your pumpkins out on the patio! But first, cider… start off your pre-fall season this weekend at the Lyman Orchards Corn Maze and Cider Donut Festival! There [...]
Groton friends, July in Connecticut marks the annual "Sunflowers For Wishes" festival at Buttonwood Farm! This year's festival takes place Saturday, July 22 - Sunday, July 30. My son and I visited the farm two years ago while my husband was deployed. It was such a fun outing and while we missed him, it was [...]
Groton, Connecticut and the surrounding area has the some of the best ice cream spots in New England. Check out these top ice cream spots to add to your list this summer for you and your family: Michael's Dairy (New London) Michael's Dairy is New London’s delicious gem! This ice cream parlor has been open [...]
Easter Sunday is just four days away! If you and your family celebrate, check out these great activities near Groton: City of Groton's Annual Eggstravaganza The Groton Parks & Recreation is hosting an exciting Easter egg hunt for families this Saturday, April 8th! Come see what the excitement is all about. The front lawn of [...]
Do you have a short stint in Groton coming up? Submariners may be sent to the "Submarine Capital of the World" for various reasons. Groton is home to the A and C schools, which are less than a year and most young sailors live in the barracks. If they're officers, they might continue on in [...]
Winter can be tough on the little ones, and the parents trapped inside with them trying to fill their days with activities so they aren’t spending 6 hours a day watching Blue’s Clues. If you are like me, you are always trying to find fun, indoor activities for those cold/rainy days. Most of those activities [...]
Happy New Year! For our friends stationed in Groton, CT, don't let the winter doldrums get you down. Even though the holidays are behind us, Southeastern Connecticut is nothing short of sparkle and fun with so many fun seasonal events. Here's five events happening this weekend: Go Ice Skating at Foxwoods Photo courtesy of Foxwoods [...]
