Around Town
Serendipity Labs: Best of Both Worlds
Serendipity Labs is a co-working space catered towards people who have remote jobs but no designated space to call an office. They offer private offices, drop-in coworking, and conference spaces to work on collaborative work.
After School Activity Guide
Our After School Activity Guide is here to highlight some of our favorite programs in Westchester for sports, dance, theater, swimming, music, and more!
The Best Strollers for Travel, Multiples, and Jogging
Whether you’re crushing 10Ks before breakfast, multitasking with two under two, or racking up frequent flyer miles, there’s a perfect stroller out there for your family. Read below for our favorite strollers that’ll turn your daily grind into a smooth ride.
How to Help Kids Transition Back to School
Even the most excited-for-school kids can get struck with a case of the end-of-summer blues. Here, everything you need to know about what you can expect when sending your kids back to school—and how to smooth the transition.
Meet a Mom: Crystal Dunn from Team USA Soccer
In our Meet a Mom interview, Crystal Dunn discusses her Paris plans, introducing her son to soccer and more.
Meet Jay Rojas, Founder of Michael Alexander Optical Boutique
We spoke with Jay Rojas, founder of Michael Alexander Optical Boutique in Larchmont, NY. Read our interview to find out more about Jay, how he got started in this industry and the services this gorgeous boutique provides! In addition to carrying glasses, sunglasses (prescription and non-prescription) and contact lenses, they also provide eye exams for the entire family!
Meet a Mom: Olympic Gymnast Shannon Miller
The name Simone Biles dominates talk of the Summer Olympics and the Team USA gymnast squad. But before Simone, and more recent stars like Shawn Johnson, no one shone brighter than Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller in the 1992 and 1996 Games. Like the many Millennial and Gen X moms who idolized her back in the 90s, Shannon has experienced a lifetime of triumphs and challenges in the last thirty years.
Tomato Basil Tart Recipe
This Tomato Basil Tart recipe from the moms behind Habitual Hostess is all about tomatoes—the quintessential summer produce star, elevated when paired with fresh basil. But the best part? It uses refrigerated pie crust so comes together in less than an hour—because summer is not the time to spend hours cooking.
Back to School: Lunchbox and Backpack Sets Your Kids Will Love
Get your kids pumped for back-to-school with fun (and functional!) new gear. From whimsical patterns to minimalist designs, these matching lunchbox and backpack pairings are so stylish, they might just distract them from the fact that summer’s almost over.
31 Screen Free Ideas for August!
Here are 31 screen-free ideas for this month – one for every day until September.
Free Family Fun Events in Westchester, NY
There are so many free family events going on locally this summer, and I will be posting on this page regularly throughout the season to keep you updated on upcoming outdoor movies, beach parties, live music, festivals, and more.
Meet the Moms of KOR Pilates Larchmont
We spoke with Liz Smoltz and Erin Owen, founders of KOR Pilates Larchmont. Read our interview to find out more about them and their beautiful new studio where you can get an excellent workout that tones, stretches, and strengthens while protecting your body from injury!
10 Ways to Have a 90s Summer
We are nostalgic for the summers of our childhoods—a little less scheduled, a little less screentime, and a lot more connection with our parents, siblings and family friends. Want to give that to your child? Here are 10 ways to have a retro-inspired summer!
Meet Joanna Teplin & Clea Shearer, Founders of The Home Edit
Learn all about the talented women behind the brand.
Fourth of July in Westchester: Where to See Fireworks
Happy Fourth of July! Here is a list of when and where there will be fireworks in the Sound Shore area of Westchester this week.
American Flag Pie Recipe
If you’re throwing a summer soirée, add this American Flag Pie from Maegan Brown. It uses a pre-made crust and canned filling, so you can save some time!
Fourth of July Popsicles!
We made it super simple for moms to put together something festive and healthy for your whole family for the Fourth of July! Try these American Flag greek yogurt popsicles!
The Ultimate Baby Guide
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing The Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms.
Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, The Baby Guide takes the guesswork out of building your baby registry. You’ll find mom-tested and baby-approved recommendations for everything from nursery necessities to feeding your baby.
Free Family Fun: Bicycle Sundays in Westchester, NY
If you’re looking for free family fun in Westchester, NY this summer, take a bike ride on the Bronx River Parkway! I have such great memories of going with my parents and siblings growing up, and I’m excited to take my own kids.
Meet a Mom: Andrea Moore, founder of The Makers NY by MOORE Custom Goods
We spoke with Andrea Moore, founder of the clothing brand MOORE. You may have seen her featured in a variety of publications, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and ELLE. Andrea has opened up the coolest new local shop in Larchmont called The Makers NY by MOORE Custom Goods, where she not only sells her clothing but also does “most things sewing related”. Sustainability is the focus of The Makers NY, and we love that she helps clients recreate the clothing that they already own.