Jenny Coe

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Jenny Coe is a longtime Mommy Poppins writer and contributor and full-time mom to three boys. Jenny has also been a contributor at Patch and The Reminder (Hartford Courant). Here at Mommy Poppins, Jenny writes about great things for kids to do in Connecticut and New England, affordable fun, and nature experiences (her favorite!).

Latest posts by Jenny

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 19 Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Wed, 02/12/2025 - 10:14am

See some live ice-sculpting and fine more family fun with the top things to do for Presidents Day Weekend 2025! Wintertide photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Get out with the family for Presidents Day Weekend fun in Connecticut!

Free and Affordable Summer Camps in Connecticut 2025

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 02/09/2025 - 7:38pm

Make the most of summer in Connecticut with these free and affordable summer camps for 2025. Photo courtesy of Windsor Summer Fun Camps

Find a fun Connecticut summer camp at the right price for 2025!

Valentine's Day and More Top Things To Do in Connecticut February 2026

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 01/31/2025 - 9:41am

The snow isn't a drag when you have the top things to do in Connecticut for February 2025! Earthplace photo by Zoe Browne courtesy of the center.

The month is short, but February 2026 is full of fun things to do in CT!

Best Baby Boutiques for Cool Baby Clothes in Boston

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sat, 01/18/2025 - 11:18am

Find the coolest baby clothes for your little one at the best bay boutiques in Boston! Photo courtesy of Tiny Hanger

Explore our picks for the best baby stores in Boston for baby clothes, gear, and more!

Kids Eat Free: Connecticut Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 01/10/2025 - 12:18pm

Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Canva

Find great meal deals at these CT restaurants where kids eat free!

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Connecticut 2025

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 12/08/2024 - 11:00pm

Dine among a beautiful display of holiday lights on Christmas in Southington, one of the restaurants open on Christmas in Connecticut! Photo courtesy of Cava Restaurant

Relax and let these amazing Connecticut restaurants handle Christmas dinner for 2025!

22 Not-So-Scary Halloween Activities and Toddler Events in Connecticut

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:17pm

Find kid-friendly Halloween fun with Trick-Or-Treat with the Horses at Rising Starr Horse Rescue. Photo courtesy of Farm River Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation.

Find the best family-friendly fun for young kids and toddlers this Halloween 2024!

Connecticut Farms with Homemade Ice Cream and Fun Activities for Kids and Families

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 12:00pm

Buttonwood Farm serves up ice cream, sunflowers, and fun family entertainment. Photo courtesy of Visit CT

Explore the top farms in CT for family fun and kid-friendly activities!

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