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Welcome to the online home of Connecticut Parent Magazine, the State’s Leading Publication for Families^TM

In the pages of this site, you’ll find some of the great features that you’ll find in our monthly print publication, including our amazing Party Planner, a showcase of Independent Schools throughout the state and our Enrichment Directory.

July starts off with a BANG as we celebrate the Fourth of July, and the events keep exploding all month long. The July issue of Connecticut Parent Magazine is packed with articles and information to help make this the best summer ever!

Check out all of the great ideas for a patriotic celebration that the whole family can enjoy over the holiday weekend. With all of the swimming and splashing going on, our Summer Fun and Safety story is also a must read to make sure your child stays safe at the pool.

New moms have a big decision to make — selecting a pediatrician for your baby. Learn the importance of selecting a doctor and, most importantly, the questions to ask and the process involved in making the right choice.

With the summer season upon us, it’s important to make sure your children don’t forget what they’ve learned during this two-month break. July marks the start of our 2010 Enrichment program. Reference the directory of "Local Enrichment Programs" and find something to fit the interests & talents of your budding star! In addition, parents can learn how to be the best sports moms and dads they can be in our Youth Athletics article. The Avon Free Public Library also shares a few books for your children to enjoy that will make a splash!

Grab an iced tea, a chaise and a copy of the July issue of Connecticut Parent Magazine and enjoy the best that summer has to offer.

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100 Great Things to Do In and Around Connecticut online!

Featured articles:

Family Travel:
Life is Grand in New Hampshire!
If you are looking to get away to enjoy a wonderful family holiday, there are excellent destinations that don’t require plane reservations, taking your shoes off at a check point and getting patted down by security. New England has great travel spots, sure to meet every family member’s activity level and wide range of interests.

New Program Stresses Health & Achievement
An exciting new program called KiDSMARATHON was recently introduced by the Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS), which tackles this real-world issue in a fun way that kids and their families can embrace.