We first shared the news of Admiral Fife Recreation Area last July. Located just off Route 1 in Stonington, CT, my toddler and I were pleasantly surprised by the upgraded playground and the bright, happy yellow submarine! After sharing photos, we were even more surprised to see the big reaction we got from all of [...]
Did you recently PCS to Groton? Familarize yourself with the area and mark these special dates on your calendar: FEBRUARY Charity Chowder Cookoff and Cabin Fever Festival - Mystic, CT MARCH Sugar Maple Festival - Hebron, CT APRIL Connecticut Sheep & Wool Festival - North Haven, CT MAY Dogwood Festival - Fairfield, CT JUNE Lyman [...]
Are you stationed in Groton and looking for brewery recommendations? Check out some of our local go-to's: Outer Light Brewing Company 266 Bridge St, Groton, CT This brewery knows how to play to its audience! Located in the submarine capital of the world, Outer Light Brewing Company’s SUBduction™ IPA pays homage to the many sailors [...]
Since we originally published this list in March, we've found a few more great playgrounds to add to the list! As we've mentioned before, the Groton area has some great hiking trails and stroller-friendly walks. And as it turns out, you can add playgrounds to that list. Here's a list of our favorite parks: Mohegan [...]
Whether or not you see Groton as rotten, it's hard to argue that fall is the best season in New England. From cider donuts and pumpkin pies to corn mazes and pumpkin patches, Southeastern Connecticut has all the festive spirit. Here's five activities you should add to your to do list: Visit B.F. Clyde's Cider [...]
OK OK, all of you Groton haters can take a breath. Whether or not you see this duty station as "rotten," (we have a blog post for that), my husband and I like to make "bucket lists" for every place we live. Before we PCS and say goodbye to New England, I wanted to compile [...]
Whether you're newly stationed in Groton (pssst - let us tell you why it's not rotten) or haven't ventured out far yet, the popular Sunflowers for Wishes Festival returns to Griswold next week, July 24-August 1. So, what is Sunflowers for Wishes? In 2003, at the suggestion of a friend, the family behind Buttonwood Farms [...]
As summer is well underway and states are reopening from the pandemic, we hope you and your sailor can sneak away for a weekend. While it can be known as a tourist trap, Kennebunkport, Maine hides it well. Unlike the popular towns along the Washington and Oregon coasts, there's no glaring signs. You wont find [...]
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this summer? From Willy Wonka inspired chocolate confections to nostalgic candy counters, you may be surprised to find some great local businesses near Groton. Here's a list to get you started: Munson's Chocolates Photo courtesy of Munson's Chocolates Facebook page For three generations, Munson's Chocolates has been Connecticut's largest [...]
