Horses, Dogs, Alpacas:: What Defines a Therapy Animal?

Most of us have become familiar with therapy animals such as horses, dogs, and cats. However, with the right skill set and temperament, r... Read More »

PTSD in Pets: What to Look for and How to Help

For many, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) conjures up images of a person who is the victim of a harrowing injury or severe psycholo... Read More »

Family Inspiration Drives Business Shift for Organic Sleep by Sleep Etc

In this day and age, many individuals seek gurus and lifestyle coaches for guidance about best practices and direction. Some, like Jeff K... Read More »

10 Things to Do Before Summer’s End

August has arrived, yet we are far from ready to say goodbye to summer’s long, hot days. It’s the perfect time to revisit or write summer... Read More »

Thrive Rather Than Survive:: Embracing The Four Agreements at Work and School

As an organizational psychologist and an educator, Dr. Carrie Picardi works with individuals in both work and school settings to enable t... Read More »

Three Essentials for a Chemical-Free Kid’s Room

From the nursery to the dorm, creating a chemical-free kid’s room is essential to minimize or avoid exposure to toxins found in many mode... Read More »

An Italian Garden Feast

The beauty of Italian cooking is its simplicity and reliance on the few ingredients each recipe requires, usually no more than five. For ... Read More »

Finding Wild Edibles in Connecticut

Foraging isn’t just for French pigs sniffing out truffles. Mushrooms are a big favorite, but there is much more available – especially in... Read More »

Natural Support for Anxiety and Sleep Challenges

Stress and anxiety are a part of everyone’s life and these days it seems even more so. Our days are filled with so many activities and ob... Read More »

Pediatric Dentistry:: Reducing Fear while Building Good Habits

For young kids, going to the dentist can be a frightening new experience. Good habits start at a young age. If proper care is not taken i... Read More »

Beyond Bullying: : Peacebuilding to Create Compassionate Schools and Communities

The room at Southern Connecticut State University is packed with educators, community leaders, government officials and active citizens. ... Read More »

Understanding Brain Function Imbalance

Neurodevelopmental disorders are on the rise, and our children need help. In 2011, approximately 12 percent of Connecticut’s school-age c... Read More »

The Waldorf Experience

The foundation of a Waldorf early childhood program is based on profound respect for childhood and the belief in the limitless potential ... Read More »

Pediatric Chiropractic Care Improves Babies’ Spinal Misalignment

Pediatric chiropractic physicians specialize in treating pregnant women and their babies. It is a poorly understood fact that even a norm... Read More »

Open House for Aspiring Massage Therapists

Ridley-Lowell Business & Technical Institute is hosting an open house at their campus in Danbury for those interested in a career as a ma... Read More »

5k Run/Walk to Benefit Ann’s Place

The Amber Room Colonnade’s 6th Annual Run from the Sun 5k (3.1 miles) will begin at 6:30pm on August 21 to benefit Ann’s Place’s cancer s... Read More »

Newtown Summer Festival with SOUND

SOUND (Center for Arts and Mindfulness) presents Wellness for Your Spirit, a summer festival and fair, on August 9 from 3 to 7pm in Newto... Read More »

New Vegan Restaurant Opens in Ridgefield

Food Evolution, a new gourmet, vegan restaurant, was recently opened by Elizabeth Berney and husband in Ridgefield. The couple bought the... Read More »

Connecticut Startup Focuses on Liver Health

Liver Medic is a new local company seeking to improve people’s health with a line of uniquely formulated liver products. Brendan Gaughran... Read More »

Shaman Walter Luebeck to Appear in New Haven

Walter Luebeck, rainbow Reiki spiritual master, shaman, author and musician, is conducting five, full-day events in New Haven, taking pla... Read More »

Ridgefield Shakespeare on the Green & Green Expo

First Niagara Bank and The Ridgefield Playhouse will present the ninth annual community event, Shakespeare on the Green and Green Expo, o... Read More »

3rd Annual Stamford Hospital Health Wellness & Sports Expo

The 2014 Stamford Hospital Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2014 will take place on September 20 and September 21, from 9am to 4pm. Located ... Read More »

Tunes and Family Fun at Blues, Views & BBQ Festival

The 7th annual Blues, Views & BBQ Festival, presented by the Westport Downtown Merchants Association, will be held in Westport on August ... Read More »

Feldenkrais Eyes and Balance Workshop in Kent

Carol Lessinger, who presented a Psoas workshop last year in Danbury, is returning to Connecticut in September to team up with local Feld... Read More »

SoNo Arts Celebration 2014

The annual SoNo Arts Celebration will take place on the historic downtown streets of South Norwalk on August 16 and 17. In its 39th year,... Read More »

Olivette Opens Second Olive Oil and Balsamic Tasting Room in Westport

Olivette has opened a second extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room at 24 Railroad Place in Westport. The new location ... Read More »

Old Greenwich Home to New Home Goods Store

Back 40 Mercantile, a retailer of sustainably-produced home goods, has opened on Soundview Avenue in Old Greenwich. The high quality work... Read More »

Adopt-A-Dog to Host Puttin’ On The Dog Festival

Adopt-A-Dog has announced the date of its annual Puttin’ On The Dog festival. On September 21, Greenwich’s Roger Sherman Baldwin Park onc... Read More »

Pet Wellness Day in Stamford September 20

A 1-mile dog walk for families and children, sponsored by The Veterinary Cancer Center of Norwalk, will start on September 20 at 8:30am a... Read More »

Therapy Dogs Honored in Milford

A group of furry and four-legged heroes who responded to the fatal stabbing of a student at Jonathan Law High School in Milford in April ... Read More »