Connecticut’s Office of Tourism unveils new campaign and video.
Connecticut. Still Revolutionary. Yesterday the Connecticut ‘s Office of Tourism unveiled its first video and accompanying ad campaign. You may have seen some of it during the ball game or online. If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, take a peek. Recognize any Mystic Country places? For more on this campaign and all there is to do in Connecticut,...
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Kick off school vacation with fishing and fun at the Horse Listeners Orchard Saturday.
First day of school vacation (for some) calls for a special event–the Horse Listeners Orchard Fishing Derby and opening day festivities are the perfect kick-off for a week of fun. The Orchard, located in Ashford, is one of the Quiet Corner’s favorite farm stands, not only for its yummy apples and other fruit, cider and pies but all the other fun events...
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Easter eggs, dino eggs or pet-friendly eggs. Hunt for them all this weekend!
The Easter Bunny is visiting eastern Connecticut next weekend to celebrate his trademark holiday and hide eggs for hunts. Well, in the case of the Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art, Monty the Dino helped out and hid Dino eggs instead. Whichever kind of eggs you’re looking for, Easter weekend is the time to head out and hunt. Friday , April 6 the Denison...
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Got (‘ta have) milk? This FREE Farm Tour is for you.
It’s winter on the farm and Graywall Farms in Lebanon is inviting you to a special farm day Monday, February 20, aka President’s Day. Join the farmers for a tour, coffee, hot-chocolate and MILKING at 3 pm. This is very cool to watch. The event runs from 1-3:30 pm. What a fun way to show your kids where their milk comes from! Dress for the weather...
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School vacation ideas in Mystic Country CT. What to do for fun in February.
Admit it…you are nervous. February school vacation is coming. What to do when vacation hits and it’s cold outside? There’s good variety to be had here and the folks at Mystic Country have put together a list of ideas for winter vacation fun: hotels, attractions, activities and camps. Follow this link to a page full of great ideas for February...
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Maple Sugaring in Mystic Country CT!
The very mild winter (excepting Saturday’s storm) has prompted an earlier than expected maple sugaring season here in Mystic Country Connecticut. The Fabyan Sugar Shack tapped their trees today. Shouldn’t be long now till the boiling begins. Take a look at some of the area’s Sugarhouses. This is a fabulous outing for kids (as well as curious...
Continue ReadingKim and Kourtney Kardashian visit Mystic.
We were all surprised when the Kardashian sisters showed up here in Mystic last year. As always we should have known…method to the madness. Nevertheless, we are thrilled they came to visit. Here they are downtown and at Mystic Aquarium in a recent edition of Kourtney & Kim Take New York. Start at :45 for Mystic footage. Very cute.
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Bored kids? Try one of our 10 school vacation ideas.
Christmas is over, the kids are already losing interest in the new toys–and the whole winter break is still ahead. What’s a parent to do? Plenty, around here! Check out these 10 things to do with your kids over the break: Keep the holidays alive a bit longer…. 1. Visit Mystic Seaport, which will still be decked out for Christmas by the Sea, and hear...
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The Boston Globe reviews New London, CT. What to do here with or without the kids.
The Boston Globe recently ran a wonderful article on our favorite little city by the sea, New London. This historic district dating back to whaling times has come a long way in recent years. The city is a wonderful spot to explore American history, art, theater, nautical heritage and food without the hassle of hitting the biggest of apples. A Tank Away: New...
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Make new winter memories. Ice skating at the new Rink at Parade Plaza, New London.
It’s southeastern Connecticut’s very own version of Rockefeller Center! New London Main Street is bringing a seasonal ice skating rink to the fun, delicious, historic, scenic, cultural district just in time for the winter holidays! Families will now be able to enjoy skating in downtown New London with The Rink @ Parade Plaza, a 90 x 45-foot synthetic outdoor...
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