Author: PartywithMoms

22 Feb

Published on February 22, 2017 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

  Written by Marianne Riess Joyce was a social giant. Her easy smile projected warmth and good humor. She loved friends, fun, a good party and was obviously a veteran of many of them. She played many roles in her life: secretary, adventurer, wife, friend, mother, teacher, grandmother. We knew her best as a nursery school teacher. Joyce understood that young children learn through fun, play and games, and when she hooked up with Anne Martine Cook...

16 Feb

Published on February 16, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

  Week 7 – February 16 – 19th Tournament –  Genesis Open   Course – Riviera, Pacific Palisades, CA  Par – 71 Yardage – 7,322 Defending Champion – Bubba Watson Purse – $7,000,000   [caption id="attachment_8126" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Bubba Watson edged Adam Scott by 1 shot in last year's tournament (formerly known as the Northern Trust Open) photo by ESPN.[/caption]   Our Contributors’ Week 7 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy's Pick - Sergio Garcia  Sergio is playing well and hot off a big wire-to-wire win at the...

16 Feb

Published on February 16, 2017 in Giving Back, Uncategorized by

  As we celebrate Valentine's Day Week with special friends and family, please show your love for those little ones who are in need of extra attention in our community. Thanks to your support, in 2016, Mothers for Others expanded its role to a much needed diaper bank for Lower Fairfield County. Funds donated for the Share the Love Campaign go directly to provide diapers for children in need.  www.mothersforothers.org...

13 Feb

Published on February 13, 2017 in Mom of the Week by

  What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them? We have two boys, Henri, 5 and Leonardo, 2. I love to cook with them. We have lots of fun in the kitchen together. Recently we made homemade pasta and homemade mozzarella but on a regular basis we make pancakes from scratch, scrambled eggs and homemade pizza (I am not much of a baker). We don’t...

09 Feb

Published on February 9, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

   Week 6 – February 9 – 12th Tournament –  AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am   Course – Pebble Beach – Pebble Beach, CA  Par – 71 Yardage – 6,816 Defending Champion – Vaughn Taylor Purse – $7,200,000       Our Contributors’ Week 6 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy’s Pick - Phil Mickelson Phil has won here 4 times and was runner up last year. He’s playing well and I’m a gambling man too...

08 Feb

Published on February 8, 2017 in Education & Programs by

  Campus Kids is a “weekday sleep-away camp.” Your camper spends Monday through Friday at camp in Blairstown, NJ and comes home on weekends to share his or her adventures with the family. The camp provides transportation to (Mondays) and from (Fridays) camp, a perfect, hassle-free arrangement for campers and families. When? Camp dates are June 26 – August 11, 2017. Choose sessions of two weeks or longer. Who? Campers are age 8 to 15. There are lots...

06 Feb

Published on February 6, 2017 in Cool Other Stuff by

  Thousands of Fairfield County Moms read our original content every week. Our advertisers are promoted through thoughtful articles and exposure via our website and social media networks. We currently advertise for restaurants, educational programs, health and fitness services, home improvement and maintenance companies, and mother and kid-friendly activities. In 2016, we served over a quarter of a million unique impressions, through our website, Facebook posts and tweets. Our customized email blasts reach over 10,000 people in...

04 Feb

Published on February 4, 2017 in Health & Beauty by

  Intelligent Body Wellness is the craniosacral therapy practice of Anna Korisch, located in Greenwich, CT. Anna is a Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist and Reiki Master. Her patients rave about her extensive knowledge of the body, her advanced training, and her keen intuition, all of which combine to inform her treatments. Anna has helped a wide range of conditions including autoimmune problems, acute injuries, chronic pain, migraines, anxiety, sleep disorders and depression. Her gentle and peaceful approach...

03 Feb

Published on February 3, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

  Week 5 – February 2 – 5th Tournament –  Waste Management Phoenix Open  Course – TPC Scottsdale – Phoenix, AZ Par – 71 Yardage – 7,216 Defending Champion – Hideki Matsuyama Purse – $6,700,000  [caption id="attachment_8043" align="aligncenter" width="304"] Matsuyama went on to defeat Fowler in a thrilling 4 hole playoff.[/caption]   Our Contributors’ Week 5 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy’s Pick – Scott Piercy  He’s a complete bro and will thrive in the fratty atmosphere. He can also go very low and has been playing...

02 Feb

Published on February 2, 2017 in Food & Drink by

  What could be better or easier for you and your guests at halftime than to enjoy some delicious smoked salmon from Mt. Kisco Smokehouse in Greenwich. Or snack on some of their seafood salads and other offerings throughout the game. Whether you are rooting for the Patriots or the Falcons, you will love these eeeeeats from Mt. Kisco Smokehouse. Stop by the store or call them to place an order. Click here to see their catering...

02 Feb

Published on February 2, 2017 in Cool Other Stuff by

  Unfortunately, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow in Pennsylvania, and predicted 6 more weeks of winter weather. But there was no sun in Southwestern Fairfield County at 7:30 AM, so Connecticut groundhogs saw no shadows. Party with Moms is rooting for an early Spring and golf season of course. ...

31 Jan

Published on January 31, 2017 in Food & Drink by

  Let Boxcar come to you. Their new food truck is perfect for a party. As it rolls into your driveway, the staff will immediately start to prepare your favorite soft tacos, quesadillas, fajitas and anything else you find on their menu. They’ll also bring the famous Boxcar margarita mix, a combination of fresh lime, lemon and orange juices, to combine with your favorite tequila. Oh, and if you want to wait until spring for the party,...

30 Jan

Published on January 30, 2017 in Mom of the Week by

  What do you love to do with your children? How old are they? And what is your greatest wish for them?   Honestly, just being silly together in a way that each of their personalities shine at the beach, at the movies, playing board games or mostly throwing a ball around (I do have three boys!). So our lives are filled with a lot of excitement and a lot of weekend sports. Any opportunity we get...

27 Jan

Published on January 27, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

  Week 4 – January 26 – 29nd Tournament – Farmers Insurance Open Course – Torrey Pines – La Jolia, CA Par – 72 Yardage – 7,698 Defending Champion – Brandt Snedeker Purse – $6,700,000  [caption id="attachment_8003" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Brandt, celebrating with his wife Mandy.[/caption]   Our Contributors’ Week 4 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy's Pick - Jason Day Just have a feeling...

26 Jan

Published on January 26, 2017 in Anne's Parenting Column by

  Jane Hallowell was waking up slowly. She heard light speedy feet coming down the hall. In seconds, Rafe and Will were plastered against their mother. Jack, Jane's husband was on a trip to London, the first one in several months. Gently patting her little boys’ backs relaxed them and bought them all more quiet time and a coziness that Jane adored. Saturday was a present; Jane felt this through and through. She knew no matter how...

24 Jan

Published on January 24, 2017 in Giving Back by

  Putnam Indian Field School and Mothers for Others, get together to help local families. PIFS is sponsoring a diaper drive this week, January 23 - 27 to support Mothers for Others to provide supplies to families who need them. Caring for children is the essence of each group's mission. ...

20 Jan

Published on January 20, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

  Week 3 – January 19 – 22nd Tournament – CareerBuilder Challenge Course – Stadium Course – La Quinta, CA Par – 72 Yardage – 7,113 Defending Champion – Jason Dufner Purse - $5,800,000 [caption id="attachment_7977" align="aligncenter" width="288"] Jason Dufner made an unbelievable par save from the rocks on the 17th hole, then defeated Lingmerth in a two-hole playoff for his 4th career victory.[/caption]   Our Contributors’ Week 3 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy’s Pick – Patrick Reed He has won here before. Has the ability...

19 Jan

Published on January 19, 2017 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

  Written by - Marianne Riess  … so much that he became a wonderful teacher, an unusual teacher, because he didn’t love books, and he didn’t love homework. He certainly didn’t love computers or video games. What he loved was to show children how to enjoy the outdoors, as he had, growing up. So he founded a nursery school and created outdoor experiences for very young children. In a program called Smokey’s Bounders, children made campfires and enjoyed...

12 Jan

Published on January 12, 2017 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

  Just before Christmas, Party with Moms republished one of Anne’s classic columns, “What Do Children Really Want?” Her point is that children relish the time and attention of a loving relative. I was reminded of the truth of her concept last week when our two grandsons came to our house for a late Christmas, and ended up spending 24 hours with us. The first evening was taken up with exchanging presents and having dinner with friends...

12 Jan

Published on January 12, 2017 in Remy’s Fantasy Golf World by

  Week 2 – January 12 – 15th Tournament – Sony Open Course - Waialae - Honolulu, HI Par – 70  Yardage – 7,044 Defending Champion – Fabian Gomez Purse - $6,000,000  [caption id="attachment_7956" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Defending Champion - Fabian Gomez defeated Brandt Snedeker with a birdie on the second playoff hole (photo credit - Getty Images).[/caption]   Our Contributors’ Week 2 Picks + Reasons Below…    Remy's Pick - Justin Thomas Thomas holds the course record (61) and is playing better than anyone else in the field,...

09 Jan

Published on January 9, 2017 in Sports & Fitness by

  Which team will take home the College Football Championship? Alabama (14-0) v. Clemson (13-1) 8:00 PM on ESPN A REMATCH - Clemson is looking to avenge its 45 – 40 loss in the Championship last year. The Tide is a 6.5 point favorite. Predict the winner and the score to win a bottle of Party with Moms Fusion Red (winner must be 21 or older). To enter, leave your prediction below in the comment section or via facebook or twitter. View ESPN's...

07 Jan

Published on January 7, 2017 in Mom of the Week, Mom Of The Week News, Sports & Fitness by

  A recent interview by Elise Zealand, published on, www.athenapersonalsafety.com [caption id="attachment_7942" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Sally Cadoux at the Calasanz Studio of Physical Arts, in Norwalk, CT.[/caption]   Sally Cadoux, founder of Athena Personal Safety in Westport, CT, has one of those handshakes that says: “I’m a super friendly person, but I could throw a mean strike to the carotid if I had to. She’s warm and engaging and on a mission to provide perhaps the most critical aspect of wellness...

22 Dec

Published on December 22, 2016 in Anne's Parenting Column by

  This was Anne's first Parenting Column ever, originally published in December, 2012 As young Mothers and Grandmothers gladly and wholeheartedly comb the earth to find a very special something for a little relative, they might be surprised to know they have this present already. What the child most wants is their attention and time. A child’s heart’s desire is unquestionably just a few hours with a parent or grandparent, somewhere simple, maybe at home, a cozy...

20 Dec

Published on December 20, 2016 in Education & Programs, Giving Back by

  For the last decade a tradition has been observed at PIFS. Families and staff support the families of Waterside School in Stamford during the holiday season by contributing to the purchase of Target gift cards. Waterside Head of School Jody Visage then distributes the cards to families who need additional support for the holidays. The cards can be used for food, clothes, or toys and gifts at Target. This year PIFS was able to contribute over...

16 Dec

Published on December 16, 2016 in Marty’s Building Column by

  By Marty Olivieri, Owner of Oliveri Roofing During the winter, not only should you be concerned about snow and ice accumulation on your roof system, but you should also keep an eye out for ice dams. Ice dams can cause serious damage to your roof and gutter system, as well as your wallet! It’s important to make sure you’re prepared to call for help at the first signs of an ice dam. An ice dam forms in...