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Monroe Strawberry Festival. Photo courtesy of Monroe Congregational Church

Father's Day Weekend: Best Things to Do in Connecticut with Kids

Celebrate Father's Day with kid-friendly activities in Connecticut.

This expansive, beautiful swimming spot is in Squantz Pond State Park. Photo courtesy of Connecticut Office of Tourism

Best Swimming Ponds and Lakes for Connecticut Kids

Connecticut is home to plenty of swimming ponds and lakes where families and kids can enjoy calm...

Enjoy the rides at the Quassy Amusement Park. Photo by Makayla O'Keefe/Mommy Poppins

Summer Day Trips in Connecticut for Families that are Fun for Kids

With great beaches, state parks, amusement parks, and more in driving distance, every summer...

Even little ones love to pick. Photo courtesy of Lyman Orchards

Top Strawberry Picking Spots in Connecticut for Kids

These kid-friendly pick-your-own strawberry farms in CT offer plenty of family fun.

Strawberries galore! Photo courtesy of South Windsor Strawberry Festival

Best Things To Do in Connecticut in June with Kids

Kick off summer with kid-friendly things to do in Connecticut this June.

Misquamicut State Beach. Photo by Julian Colton/Flickr

15 Connecticut Area Beaches That Are Great for Families

These Connecticut area beaches offer a great escape on a summer day.

Hyland Park Splash Pad has a clever baseball theme. Photo courtesy of MRC Recreation

Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, and Fountains for Kids in Hartford County

Kids can beat the heat at these splash pads around Hartford.

(Pre-pandemic photo) Rudy’s Rapid Transit Roller Coaster delivers crazy fun. Photo courtesy of Santa’s Village

8 New England Theme Parks That Are Great for Families

With some tame options for tykes and big-time thrills for bigger kids, these New England amusement...

Team up for a family ride through waterfalls and rapids on the Adventure River. Photo courtesy of Water Country

14 Outdoor Water Parks in New England

Cool off on slides, tubes, and more at these nearby water parks.

Connecticut Summer Fun Guide

From beaches to fruit picking to staycation plans: Discover easy fun things to do with kids in...

Summer camps help kids learn new skills and make new friends

Connecticut Summer Camp Guide

Find a great summer camp in Connecticut for your child with this guide to fun summer kids programs...

Photo courtesy of Challenge Island

New! Virtual Camps and Classes You Can Book this Summer on Mommy Poppins

Need a camp you can do from anywhere? Book it right from our calendar!

Set up a backyard projector and watch a summer movie outside.

35 Great Summer Kids Movies for Family Movie Night

Trade popcorn for popsicles and watch a summer family flick.

Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

Connecticut Day Trips Guide

Plan an easy weekend getaway or exciting day trip with the kids!

Revel in nature's majesty at Webb Mountain. Photo by Ally Noel

Best Nature Centers in Connecticut To Visit with Kids

Nature center outings are fun, enriching and affordable.

Hungry goats at Silverman's Farm. Photo by Ally Noel

See Animals Up Close at Connecticut Farms and Petting Zoos

Visit with chickens, goats, pigs, and more at these Connecticut animal farms.

Cheshire's Kids in Motion Playground offers a colorful backdrop and plenty of room to romp. Photo courtesy Cheshire Parks and Recreation

13 Amazing Playgrounds Worth Driving to Across Connecticut

Load up the car and spend a day at one of these destination-worthy parks.

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.

The bank of the Connecticut River is home to The Blue Oar. Photo courtesy of The Blue Oar/Facebook

20 Outdoor Restaurants in Connecticut That Families Love

These Connecticut restaurants with outdoor seating are great for families.

A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel

25+ Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long

Splish-splash! We've got 25+ fun water games to try with the kids.

Kids classes like judo can help children build new skills and develop socially

Classes and Activities Guide for Connecticut Kids

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Connecticut, from fully virtual enrichment...

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

Staff members are on hand to explain the historic aircraft. Photo courtesy of the New England Air Museum

A Visit to the New England Air Museum in Connecticut with Kids

See more than 100 historic aircraft and vehicles at this Hartford-area museum.

Mask up and jump in! Photo courtesy of Chelsea Piers CT

Indoor Play Spaces in Connecticut Open Now

These spots have stepped up to create safe spaces for active indoor play.

Young hikes can tackle these short nature walks. Photo courtesy of Roaring Brook Nature Center

A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover hikes under a mile that are just enough for the youngest.

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

With a working farm, plenty of trails to explore, and hands-on programming, the Stamford Museum & Nature Center is a family-friendly wonderland. Photo courtesy of Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Stamford Museum & Nature Center: 7 Family-Friendly Things To Do

All-ages fun awaits at this sprawling spot, which also houses a farm, playground, and trails.

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.

Race cars are part of the fun at Awosting. Photo courtesy of Camp Awosting

Sleepaway Camps for Connecticut Kids

These sleepaway camps promote independence and real adventure, but are still close by.

Mashamoquet Brook State Park is perfect for swimming or hiking.

15 Connecticut State Parks and Forests That Are Fun to Visit with Kids

All free to visit for a hike or swim, these state parks and forests through Connecticut are perfect...

There's food, music, and plenty of space to enjoy along with tasty beverages at Hawk Ridge. Photo courtesy of Hawk Ridge Winery

Family Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in New England that Welcome Kids

Sip and play outdoors at these beautiful wineries across the region.

10 Fantastic Stroller Hikes in Connecticut To Take with Babies and Toddlers

Smooth trails make it easy for you to explore nature on wheels.

Frank Pepe's delicious pizza. Photo courtesy of @threeohfries

Best Pizza Places in Connecticut for Families

Trust us: These slices are worth a family road trip.

Photo courtesy of Camp Courant

Free and Cheap Summer Camps in Connecticut Available this Summer

If camp bills keep you awake at night, let us help with this list of free and cheap summer camps!

At Camp Invention each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, spark imaginations and give your young innovator the best summer ever.

Virtual Summer Camps: Coding, STEM, Filmmaking, Theater, and More Online Camps for Kids in 2021

Online camps have coding, dance, theater, cooking, sports, and more.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Build trains, cars, houses, and creatures with cardboard boxes!

50+ Genius Cardboard Box Crafts and Activities for Kids

Turn empty boxes into cool race tracks, costumes, and playhouses!

Sleep in the open-air Hive Cabins at Aloha Camp. Photo courtesy of the Aloha Foundation

20 Great Summer Sleepaway Camps in the Northeast

If sleepaway camp is on your summer wishlist, it's time to book.

You're not invited to my party! Photo by Kylie Najjar

First Birthday Party Ideas for Quarantine Babies

In-person or virtual, here's how to make a first birthday special.

Legos become engineering tools at camp. Photo courtesy of Play-Well-TEKnologies

STEM Summer Camps in Connecticut: Science, Coding, and Engineering Fun for Kids

Keep curious kids busy with these in-person science camps.

Party hats and pretty punch make virtual birthday celebrations special.

Virtual and Social Distancing Birthday Party Ideas for Kids

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

The view from Cadillac Mountain is well worth the climb. Photo by Kelley Heyworth

14 Stunning Mountain Hikes to Try with Kids

Up the ante on a family hike by taking kids to climb a real mountain.

Party hats and pretty punch make virtual birthday celebrations special.

Virtual and Social Distancing Birthday Party Ideas for Kids

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Photo courtesy the St. Augustine tourism bureau

Florida Family Travel Guide

Find your new favorite Florida destination with our family travel guide.

Photo by Ally Noel

Best Drop-In and Takeout Crafts in Connecticut

Plan an artsy day at a local craft studio.

Teach 'em to tie during downtime.

65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

Photo courtesy of Kodable

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Craigville Beach is a nice big beach on Nantucket Sound. Photo courtesy of the Craigville Beach Inn

Best Cape Cod Beaches for Families

Wide, clean, and blanketed with soft sand, the Cape Cod National Seashore boasts miles upon...

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

Charades is a great pick for virtual game night with the friends or family.

Best Games Kids Can Play on Zoom Virtually with Friends

Connect and play with friends and family with these fun games perfect for virtual hangouts.

Science Experiments at Home: Make a Walking Water Rainbow with Kids

This easy, colorful experiment brightens up a cloudy day.

Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their "magic."

Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities

Easy at-home experiments and STEM activities to have fun and learn something new.

Pull out a block, place it on top but don't let the tower fall in the fun and challenging Jenga.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

Best Podcasts for Kids Staying In: Funny, Smart, and Scientific Podcasts

There's never been a better time for podcasts. Prepare to download.

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

There are plenty of rocks to scramble on within 205 acres of this wildlife preserve. Photo courtesy of Pratt Nature Center

25 Things to Do With Kids in Litchfield County, CT

Nature and history make beautiful Litchfield day-trip heaven.

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The bank of the Connecticut River is home to The Blue Oar. Photo courtesy of The Blue Oar/Facebook

20 Outdoor Restaurants in Connecticut That Families Love

These Connecticut restaurants with outdoor seating are great for families.

Old-fashioned movie fun. Photo courtesy of Farmington Polo Club

Drive-in Movie Theaters in Connecticut

Head to a drive-in movie in Connecticut for a fun family evening.

Hyland Park Splash Pad has a clever baseball theme. Photo courtesy of MRC Recreation

Splash Pads, Spraygrounds, and Fountains for Kids in Hartford County

Kids can beat the heat at these splash pads around Hartford.

(Pre-pandemic photo) Rudy’s Rapid Transit Roller Coaster delivers crazy fun. Photo courtesy of Santa’s Village

8 New England Theme Parks That Are Great for Families

With some tame options for tykes and big-time thrills for bigger kids, these New England amusement...

Gawk at historic aircraft in an open-air hangar. Photo courtesy of the New England Air Museum

Free Admission for Kids at Connecticut Museums and Attractions

Many of Connecticut's best museums and cultural attractions are free for kids!

Sleep in the open-air Hive Cabins at Aloha Camp. Photo courtesy of the Aloha Foundation

20 Great Summer Sleepaway Camps in the Northeast

If sleepaway camp is on your summer wishlist, it's time to book.