Parents Check Your Kids’ Grades!

With the technology that schools use, there is no reason why we shouldn't know how our kids are doing in school. Just look. It really helps.

Parents Make Amends!

Our kids can drive us crazy! But the bottom line is that we are the adults, so we need to do the adult thing and make amends when needed.

Parents Get Involved in School Activities

We have to show our kids we value education and are interested in what they do in school. Thankfully, there are many easy ways to do this.

Parents You Don’t Have the Luxury of Being Weak!

Parents, as parents, we don't have the luxury of just sitting back because we're scared or overwhelmed. We have to stand up for our kids!

Parents There Is No Instructional Manual!

You're writing your own story. You're writing your own manual. Trust your gut and let your love for your kid be your compass. You can do it!

Car Seat Safety Event

Free car seat safety event conducted by Connecticut Children's Medical Injury Prevention and Safe Kids Connecticut at Hoffman Honda

Parents Pick Your Sons!

Life makes us really busy. But, regardless, we can't just make it up to our sons when we pick someone else over them on their birthday.

Wishing This West Hartford Dad A Happy Father's Day

We are celebrating Father's Day 2018!

Summer Program Turns 2 West Hartford Teens Into Leaders

Have your teenagers or teens you know made summer plans yet?

Street Fair Fundraiser Kicks Off Park Road Parade Anniversary

The kick-off event will feature a selection of area restaurants and performances. Read details here.

Popular International Night At West Hartford Elementary School

More than 200 families are expected to celebrate the school’s 6th Annual International Night.

West Hartford Spellers Advance To Connecticut Spelling Bee

Three students will represent King Philip, Sedgwick, and Bristow middle schools at the upcoming Connecticut Spelling Bee.

West Hartford 5th Grader Earns National Recognition

The student was one of 12 kids from across the country to be named to the national PJ Our Way Design Team.

Registration Now Open for Winter 2018 Young Actor Classes

From Shakespeare to improvisation, Playhouse on Park offers classes for children ages K-8

CT Ranks In Global Study Exploring Why Childhood Is Ending Too Soon

A new global report explores the reasons why childhood is ending too soon; find out how the United States and Connecticut fare.

2 West Hartford Students Present At Annual UConn Teaching, Learning With iPads Conference

Two West Hartford students were privileged to present at the annual University of Connecticut Teaching and Learning with iPads Conference.

West Hartford Kids Learn to Think of Others on Giving Tuesday

Local children helped spread joy on Giving Tuesday, a day meant as an occasion to think of others.

West Hartford Children's Museum Awarded Grant for Dinosaur Exhibit

The exhibit will focus on Jurassic era dinosaurs and Connecticut’s role as a dinosaur habitat.

West Hartford Ranks Among Top 30 Safest Cities to Raise a Child in America

A total of five Connecticut communities made the top 30 list.

West Hartford Ranks Among Top 30 Safest Cities to Raise a Child in America

A total of five Connecticut communities made the top 30 list.

West Hartford Ranks Among Best Places in Connecticut to Raise a Family

Where’s the best place to raise a family in Connecticut? New rankings offer insights on the top 100 places. Do you agree?

Book Now - Time Running Out - June Family Camp - June 3rd - 6th

Come and join us at Camp Jewell YMCA for an all inclusive experience you and your family will remember!

Bananarama Banana Split Party

All Ages 80's Dance Party with ice cream!

The New Children's Museum Preschool Open Houses Offer an Inside Look

Preschool Open Houses scheduled for March 25th, 9am to Noon, and March 31st, 4pm to 6pm.

The New Children's Museum Preschool Open Houses Offer an Inside Look and Free Admissions Passes

The New Children's Museum Preschool will be hosting two Open Houses on January 18th and 30th.

West Hartford Among Most Expensive Places in CT to Raise a Family: Report

A career building company says it has compiled a list of the most expensive places in Connecticut to raise a family.

Mother Fights to Find Life-Saving Cure for her Children

Work In Progress owner Mary Kate Doyle is hosting a Juvenile Diabetes fundraiser at the gym. Two of her children have Type 1 Diabetes.

West Hartford Among Most Expensive Places in CT to Raise a Family: Report

A career building company says it has compiled a list of the most expensive places in Connecticut to raise a family.

Connecticut is the 11th Best State to Have a Baby In: Study

Americans pay the most expensive birthing costs in the world.

What Are Connecticut's Top Baby Names?

These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?

What Are Connecticut's Top Baby Names?

These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?

Dairy Queen Celebrating Miracle Treat Day Thursday

Participating DQ stores will donate $1 or more from every Blizzard sold on July 30 to local Children Miracle Network Hospitals.

Free Kid's Cooking Class at Whole Foods Market Bishops Corner

Free cooking class for kids at Whole Foods Market Bishops Corner in West Hartford!

West Hartford Ranked Best Town in CT to Raise a Family

The town was also ranked No. 27 in the nation by Niche.com.

West Hartford Ranked Best Town in CT to Raise a Family

The town was also ranked No. 27 in the nation by Niche.com.

West Hartford Student Honored at State Capitol

Talia Leshem was a finalist in a statewide contest to create projects about energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainability.

How Does Growing Up in West Hartford Affect Your Chances of Getting Married?

The New York Times analyzed data compiled by a team of Harvard economists.

'Miracle League Day' Coming Soon to the Connecticut Science Center

West Hartford’s Miracle League of CT is hosting a day of family fun with discounted passes at the Connecticut Science Center on May 24.

Who is Patch's 'Superstar Mom of the Year?'

Votes are tallied and the winner is a mom of two from Newtown. Think your West Hartford mom rocks? Tell us in the comment section below

Rotary Club of West Hartford Serves up Claws for a Cause June 20

Lobster and Live Music at Family-Friendly Event Will Benefit Families throughout Central Connecticut