Jenny Coe

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Jenny Coe is a longtime Mommy Poppins writer and contributor and full-time mom to three boys. Jenny has also been a contributor at Patch and The Reminder (Hartford Courant). Here at Mommy Poppins, Jenny writes about great things for kids to do in Connecticut and New England, affordable fun, and nature experiences (her favorite!).

Latest posts by Jenny

St. Patricks Day Weekend 2025 in CT: St Patrick Parades and More Things To Do

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Wed, 03/12/2025 - 9:39pm

Get out this St. Patrick's Day Weekend for family fun in Connecticut! Members of the Fife and Drum Corps at the Greater Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins

Find the top fun things to do with kids St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2025 in Connecticut!

The Best Science Museums in New England for Kids: Fun, Interactive Learning Adventures

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 03/07/2025 - 12:05am

You'll be amazed at the who you'll meet and what you'll see at the best science museums in New England! Photo courtesy of the Connecticut Science Center

Explore the best Science Museums for Kids in New England!

14 Sleepaway Camps for Connecticut Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 03/02/2025 - 5:38pm

Check out all the fun at these Connecticut sleepaway camps, like race cars at Camp Awosting. Photo courtesy of Camp Awosting

These sleepaway camps in CT promote independence and real adventure!

St. Patrick's Day Parades and More Best Things to Do in CT March 2025 with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 02/28/2025 - 12:25pm

Monster fun is coming to Connecticut this March! Grave Digger at Monster Jam® photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment

Winter is giving way to Spring as Connecticut welcomes March fun for 2025!

Best Summer Camps for Kids in Fairfield County

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 02/16/2025 - 8:01pm

You won't have to fence them in with the top summer camps in Fairfield County! Photo courtesy of the Tim Morehouse Fencing Club

From art to STEM to sports, find fun in the sun at Fairfield summer camps!

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 19 Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Wed, 02/12/2025 - 10:14am

See some live ice-sculpting and fine more family fun with the top things to do for Presidents Day Weekend 2025! Wintertide photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Get out with the family for Presidents Day Weekend fun in Connecticut!

Free and Affordable Summer Camps in Connecticut 2025

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 02/09/2025 - 7:38pm

Make the most of summer in Connecticut with these free and affordable summer camps for 2025. Photo courtesy of Windsor Summer Fun Camps

Find a fun Connecticut summer camp at the right price for 2025!

Valentine's Day and More Top Things To Do in Connecticut February 2025

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 01/31/2025 - 9:41am

The snow isn't a drag when you have the top things to do in Connecticut for February 2025! Earthplace photo by Zoe Browne courtesy of the center.

The month is short, but February 2025 is full of fun things to do in CT!

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