Author: PartywithMoms

17 Sep

Published on September 17, 2015 in Dr. Lowe's Admissions Blog by

Dr. Lowe on one of his many visits to the campus of Columbia University in September. Dr. Lowe and his team of admissions advisors visit Ivy League, prestigious and elite colleges several times annually where they have the unique opportunity of interacting one-on-one with deans of admissions and senior admissions personnel. "I ensure that my clients have a competitive advantage."  While at Columbia, Dr. Lowe talked with admissions personnel and professors. “At Columbia, students develop...

10 Sep

Published on September 10, 2015 in Anne's Parenting Column by

With the very best intentions, mothers often take too long to say goodbye. Hoping to give a child that extra bit of tenderness, they instead inadvertently make things harder for their child and themselves. Trying to leave and actually leaving are very different. Here is a classic case. A mother walks her son Johnny into his school. Johnny is about to do something he wants to do, something he is very capable of doing. What can...

08 Sep

Published on September 8, 2015 in Parties & Events by

A family wedding should be a wonderful occasion. You’ve planned everything to the last detail… but then the band invites the bride and groom for the first dance, followed by the bridal party, family and rest of the guests to join you on the dance floor. You will be getting up in front of a roomful of people; you might be a little rusty… or maybe you were never much of a dancer to begin with. Arthur...

06 Sep

Published on September 6, 2015 in Mom of the Week, Mom Of The Week News by

  Party with Moms was excited to attend the opening of Kyle’s solo exhibition at the YWCA’s Gertrude C. White Gallery on Wednesday evening, September 2nd. Entitled “A Farm Share Season,” the exhibit features 23 paintings chronicling a farm harvest, all done in oil on Masonite board panels. If you love nature, beauty and color, you should not miss this show, which will be in place until September 29th. The tomatoes, giant pumpkins, eggplants, apples and...

05 Sep

Published on September 5, 2015 in Health & Beauty by

The décor of the salon is modern and trendy, but the place has an easy-going feeling. The waiting area features multiple iPads for customer use. I was immediately put at ease by the friendly and attentive staff. The leisurely hair wash and scalp treatment was totally relaxing. The hot towel afterwards felt luxurious. Billy Faridi, the owner, gave me a great haircut that still looks good over a month later – at least that’s what...

31 Aug

Published on August 31, 2015 in Giving Back, Parties & Events, Sports & Fitness by

Our Third Annual Party with Moms Golf Classic is just two weeks away! Monday, September 14th, at The E.G.B. Golf Course in Stamford, CT. We hope you will join us for a very fun day.  There are many opportunities to participate. Of course you can sign up to play in the outing. If you don't play golf, you can still attend the post golf party (only $40 includes food & drink). Any individual, family or business...

27 Aug

Published on August 27, 2015 in Dr. Lowe's Admissions Blog by

By Admissions Expert, Dr. Lowe What exactly are postgraduate year programs and how are they helpful in the college admissions context? A postgraduate (PG) year is an additional year beyond high school graduation which is spent at an independent (private) high school. It’s really a fifth year of high school! Students enroll in PG programs only after completion of a four year high school program and after receiving a high school diploma. Students with a variety of...

17 Aug

Published on August 17, 2015 in Dr. Lowe's Admissions Blog by

Dr. Paul Lowe – College Admissions Expert Dr. Lowe with multiple Grammy nominated, songwriter and guitarist, Jonathan Butler. Two-time Grammy nominated jazz saxophonist and flautist, Najee with Dr. Lowe               College admissions essays are integral parts of a student’s admissions profile and one of the most important factors in determining the outcome of admissions committees’ decisions. My view is that all of your essays, whether the main essay or short answers, should be akin...

03 Aug

Published on August 3, 2015 in Bro of the Month by

Jaymon Crabb is a professional tennis player from Australia. In 1996 Jaymon was a semi-finalist in the boys singles at Wimbledon. He played in the Australian Open singles in 1997, 2003 and 2004, in men’s doubles and mixed doubles at Wimbledon, where he partnered with his future wife, Bryanne Stewart in 2003 (Mom of the Week, June, 2015). Jaymon and Bryanne are currently based in the US. Jaymon is a traveling coach for Australian star, Lleyton...

30 Jul

Published on July 30, 2015 in Anne's Parenting Column by

Reaching to shut off the alarm clock, John thought, “That was the shortest night of my life.” He was in a B & B in the state of Washington, a long way from his home on the East Coast. After a quick shower, he went to the desk to pay for his room. He grabbed coffee in a paper cup and said, “Thank you very much. I’ll see you again,” as he went out the big...

22 Jul

Published on July 22, 2015 in Parties & Events, Sports & Fitness by

Visit the Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom of Greenwich where you will get exercise while improving your dance moves. Professional instructors offer lessons in a wide variety of dances from traditional foxtrot and waltz to Latin favorites like merengue, salsa, tango and many others. Dancing improves muscle tone and coordination, keeps your heart healthy and brightens your spirits. Your confidence will soar, and you will meet new people. Take advantage of their New Student offers: Call today to sign...

21 Jul

Published on July 21, 2015 in Dr. Lowe's Admissions Blog by

[caption id="attachment_6199" align="aligncenter" width="593"] Dr. Paul Lowe - Admissions Expert[/caption] I have been an independent college admissions advisor for over 17 years. I personally visit over 100 colleges annually, talk with admissions officers and deans at colleges and attend international higher education conferences and symposiums. Yet, year after year, I hear students and parents (and even high school guidance counselors) falling prey to myths that keep students from getting into the college of their choice or...

20 Jul

Published on July 20, 2015 in Mom of the Week, Mom Of The Week News by

  As Mom of the Week in July 2013, Anitra felt her greatest asset was her voice. She loved to sing, read dramatically and do voice-over commercials. She enjoyed providing vocal percussion while her 5-year old son Zafran made up songs about his toys. Music was a driving force in her life, but she had just had a second baby. She was busy caring for her children, doing private vocal coaching and writing songs. By December 2014,...

17 Jul

Published on July 17, 2015 in Health & Beauty by

Party with Moms is excited to announce the opening of Le Salon Bleu, 270 Mason Street, Greenwich! A Shu Uemura Art of Hair Salon. Billy Faridi, owner, has created a culture dedicated to giving an exclusive royal experience in the heart of Greenwich. Le Salon Bleu offers the ultimate hair treatment, including hot towel scalp massage, cuts, L’Oreal non-toxic, no-burn, ammonia-free color and highlights. Salon Bleu is offering a special blow dry package: 10 blow outs...

16 Jul

Published on July 16, 2015 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

  The answer is simple: EVERYTHING! You know the saying, “If I’d known grandchildren were so great, I’d have had them first.” Of course it doesn’t work that way. But I understand why people say it. Grandchildren are pure joy, without the mixture of love, anxiety and expectation we have for our own children. One thing that makes the grandparent/grandchild relationship so special is the quality of the time together. Because most grandparents don’t see their grandchildren...

10 Jul

Published on July 10, 2015 in Health & Beauty by

All her life Turtle Moon Health’s Kimberly DuBois has gathered essential oils for everyday use. Over the years, she developed a habit of carrying them with her in a pouch in case she needed them. This became the inspiration for a kit – 5 essential oils, complete with their descriptions and application instructions, all in one place. Together the oils in this kit are a remedy to more than 50 ailments, (think infections, traumas, germs,...

09 Jul

Published on July 9, 2015 in Anne's Parenting Column by

Dara and Dave Thompson had moved out of New York a month ago and settled in Lakewood, Connecticut with their children, Davey, 4, Teddy, 2 and Eva, four months. Dara wrote for a parenting magazine, now on a very reduced schedule. Dave worked for a small investment firm, which had just moved to Lakewood. Their new neighbors were considerably older and not really used to having young people on their street. Mary, recently widowed, a retired nursery school teacher,...

08 Jul

Published on July 8, 2015 in Food & Drink by

Dougie’s (owned by the Zaccagnini Family), on the Greenwich/Port Chester border, is a little place that serves great food.  An amazing number of people go in and out of Dougie’s everyday. Busy from breakfast to late lunch/early dinner. Party with Moms favorites - Bacon, Egg & Cheese and Sausage, Egg & Cheese Chili Dogs & Cheeseburgers The Colombian iced coffee is delicious and so are the many flavors of cold Stewart’s soda in the case. The staff...

02 Jul

Published on July 2, 2015 in Marianne's Early Childhood Column by

Of course you do! They are in camp, or playing on a baseball or soccer team, or at the club pool or taking a tennis lesson. You or another adult is with them. Or maybe they are at home, watching a movie, TV, playing a video game or being tutored. Maybe they are in your car, being driven to an activity. They are not out on their own. Children’s free play has all but disappeared from...

01 Jul

Published on July 1, 2015 in Education & Programs by

Donatello, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael – Before they were the Ninja Turtles, they were the super artists of the Renaissance. Enroll your child in Little Brushes Camp at Pinot’s Palette and learn about these artistic giants who are still only known by their first names more than 500 years later. We will paint and recreate their cool scientific inventions. Little Brushes offers a unique experience for each child. It’s art and your kids will love it. July 6...

29 Jun

Published on June 29, 2015 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? My kids are 4 and 1. My greatest wish for them is later in life to find something they love to do and do what they love. That they are kind caring people but also ambitious and determined and that they are surrounded by people who love them.  When and where are you the happiest? I am...

27 Jun

Published on June 27, 2015 in Health & Beauty by

Nothing upsets a Mom more than seeing red welts from mosquito bites all over her child. Children often react badly to the bites, which can get huge and wildly itchy. And every Mom worries about the ticks that can cause Lyme Disease. Yet we hesitate to put insect repellent on our children because of dangerous toxins they contain. Now there is NATURE’S CLOAK, an all-natural, plant-based mosquito and tick repellent. Made by Greenwich’s Turtle Moon Health, Nature’s...

24 Jun

Published on June 24, 2015 in Education & Programs by

Every child is an artist. Little Brushes Summer Camp will help your child express his inner talent. You can enroll for a week, multiple weeks or even a day, 9 AM to Noon. Week 1: 6/22 - 6/26             Totems, Teepees and Early American Art Week 2: 6/29 - 7/2               SuperHeroes, Legos, Robots Week 3: 7/6 - 7/10               Heroes of the Renaissance: Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael Week 4: 8/17 - 8/21             New Classics: Pinot’s Palette’s Fun Paintings Special Offer: The first person to...

19 Jun

Published on June 19, 2015 in Food & Drink by

Perfect for a hot summer day, a cool new salad idea from Frank Greco of Bella Cucina, Greenwich! Watermelon, feta cheese, blueberries on a bed of arugula, drizzled with a sweet balsamic vinegrette - red, white and blue for the 4th of July. Refreshing and delicious! 160 Hamilton Ave, Greenwich, CT 203 - 622 - 1693 (express)  203 - 422 - 0492 (bella) www.grecosbellacucina.com...