My car can do magic, if I could just figure out how to control its power I might be happy about it. But I can't, so I'm far from happy!
The GFWC/CT State Project, CT Food Bank/FoodShare is a success. Club members from all over CT held fundraisers and collected food to support the food insecure.
It's Asparagus Season in Connecticut
Reforming the national monetary and banking system and then strengthening and building the nation.
On our little farm in Connecticut, sugaring season is the ultimate sign of rebirth and renewal, marking the end of the long, cold, dark winter and the beginning of spring.
I want my kitchen to be like Grandma’s: warm, inviting and full of people, love, toys, good food, noise, fun and messes.
We are family farmers, and you can be, too.
State Sen. Ed Meyer visits local manufacturer Engineering Specialties in North Branford to promote key job-creation programs.
Selectman Cindy Cartier Unanimously Endorsed at Convention as Republican Candidate for State Senate–12th District
Be prepared!!!
I believe in paying things forward, I found another great idea thanks to my mom network of friends. Will you make someone's day this Sunday?
"Together we can make a difference." Matt's Mission 5K is Sunday, May 20.
Women's Club members walk in the third annual CT Food Bank Walk Against Hunger
How gardening gets in the way of quilting, delicious local food, why quilt patterns have so many names!
Do you have children? On Tuesday you will have an opportunity to protect their education; vote in the budget referendum, don't miss the chance to make your opinion count.
Matt's garden at North Branford High School. A few new plantings and bags of mulch. Looking good for Matt's Mission 5K on May 20th starting at 9:00.
When Governor Malloy wrote Executive Order 9 & 10 he didn't have the disabled community in mind. It's up to the voters to hold our politicians accountable!
What Is Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) and why is everyone talking about it?
Quilting project update, the weekly rant, fun facts about quilts
Lots of cafes and bookstores now offer free public wi-fi. Before you boot up your electronics, here's my brief primer on how to be polite about it.
This drive is low on appointments so it's a great drive to donate at -- no waiting and good food!
Don't believe everything you read; if I believed everything I read in my e-mails I would either be filthy rich or dead by now.
Why are so many people pushing for full-day kindergarten, is it for the educational benefits or do they just want free day care?
Wake Up, Americans; We Are Losing Our Great Nation.
Did you ever have a project that took on a life of it's own? It happens a lot in quilting - read on to see what you REALLY end up with!
After a mom reached out to me and recalled her harrowing nightmare with school bullying I decided to take a stand. Literally.
The interesting Disappearing 9 Patch, shameless plug for fundraiser
We took a trip to New York City this weekend and had an unforgettable visit to the 9/11 Memorial.
The weekly rant - fun facts about quilting: Hawaiian quilts - Project Updates
My Mom taught me "Put your brain into gear before putting your mouth into action." In other words, think before you speak. I wonder if Rush Limbaugh is now wishing he did that?
North Branford's Tisha Denny participates in the Best Buddies Connecticut Talent Show.
The weekly rant Fun facts about quilts and quilting My project update
Breaking up is never easy, even when you have been hurt and you know it's the right thing to do!
How one working mother jumps tall buildings in a single bound.
Bet you thought quilters are little old ladies with white hair that you see hunched over a quilting frame...I am here to dispell the mystique.
Some (initial) observations on how one starving artist relates to the world.
We've come a long way, but the race is long from over.
Recap on what happened at the 54th Grammy Awards.
Hi! My name is Jessica, and I am a new blogger for Patch. I will be blogging about anti-bullying initiatives and the importance of sticking up for one another in our communities.
I like to think of myself as being romantic, so why do I think Valentine's Day is hokey?