NO. 1 SAFE ROADS & SUNNY STROLLS
It’s time to get some fresh air—even if it’s just a quick jaunt outside. Thanks to the Friends of Greenwich Point, you can enjoy vehicle-restricted Safe Roads Sundays at Tod’s Point from 8 to 11 a.m. until Sunday, April 12. It also makes for the perfect place to teach little ones how to ride a bike. Enjoy it while you still can.
NO. 2 HAPPY CAMPERS
Greenwich has a ton of amazing local day camps for all ages and interests—from sports to music to STEAM and everything in between. Help your kids have the best summer yet by signing up for one or more of these great options. The 2026 Greenwich Moms Day Camp Guide has all the info in one place to help make your decision and the registration process quick and easy.
greenwichmoms.com
NO. 3 HAY THERE!
Greenwich Riding & Trails brings back its annual Barn Tour on Sunday, April 26. Hop on the bus and spend the day exploring a selection of working farms and historic barns tucked throughout beautiful backcountry Greenwich. Enjoy scenic views, fresh air and a behind-the-scenes look at the heritage that makes this area so special.
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NO. 4 INTO THE WILD
On Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m., the Greenwich Botanical Center in partnership with Christ Church Preschool will host an inspiring evening with Angela Hanscom, pediatric occupational therapist and author of Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children. In this 90-minute lecture followed by a Q&A, Hanscom will explore the vital role outdoor play has in fostering children’s physical, emotional and cognitive development. Discover why nature is the ultimate sensory experience, how movement and unstructured time outdoors build resilience, and why children need regular distance from the adult world. The talk is ideal for parents, educators and anyone interested in the transformative power of nature in childhood.
greenwichbotanicalcenter.org
NO. 5 SWEET TREAT
Try this Easter snack mix that’s as adorable as it is hard to resist.
Ingredients
• 3 cups white chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 4 cups multigrain Cheerios
• 4 cups rice Chex cereal
• 2 cups mini pretzel twists
• 1 cup roasted sunflower seeds
• 1 9 oz. bag peanut butter M&M’s
or chocolate eggs
• 1 cup pastel milk chocolate M&M’s
• ½ cup shredded, sweetened coconut
Preparation
• Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted.
• Combine the Cheerios, Chex, pretzels, sunflower seeds and M&Ms on a baking sheet and drizzle with white chocolate mixture and quickly toss until evenly coated. Finish with a sprinkle of shredded coconut, if desired.
• Let the mixture set for 20 to 30 minutes.
• Transfer to a large bowl or jar.
Every month, Layla Lisiewski, Greenwich mom of four and founder of Greenwich Moms and its parent company, The Local Moms Network, shares some of her favorite things to do—from seasonal activities to can’t-miss events. Follow @greenwich_moms on Instagram, sign up for the newsletter and check out the calendar at greenwichmoms.com.