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

Fun Free Activities for Kids in January 2025: Free Things To Do in CT with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 12/29/2024 - 1:00pm

Kick off 2025 with fun and free things to do in Connecticut this January! Family Day event photo courtesy of the Yale University Art Galleries.

Connecticut is filled with fun (and free!) activities for January 2025!

New Year's Eve Weekend 2024 in CT: Noon Year's Eve, Harlem Globetrotters, and More

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Wed, 12/25/2024 - 3:00pm

Head to Hartford for New Year's Eve 2024 celebrations fit for families! First Night Hartford photo by Andy Hart courtesy of the event.

Find lights, magic, and wonder this New Year's Eve Weekend 2024 in Connecticut.

Christmas Weekend 2024 in Connecticut Top Things To Do: Winterfest, Santa Events, and More!

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 12/20/2024 - 11:00pm

Suit up for the top things to do this Christmas Weekend in Connecticut! Shark-Diving Santa photo courtesy of the Maritime Aquarium

Find the most family fun this Christmas Weekend 2024 in CT!

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Connecticut

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!

20 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in Connecticut for Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 12/01/2024 - 10:00pm

Connecticut is full of happiness, joy, and free Christmas and holiday activities, like Santa at Cabela's Wonderland. Photo courtesy of Bass pro Shops

Explore the free holiday events all over Connecticut for 2024!

19 Best Things To Do in Connecticut December 2024 with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Fri, 11/29/2024 - 10:00pm

Cozy up to some holiday fun in Connecticut as December 2024 brings a little joy to the Nutmeg State! Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

December is here, with holiday activities across Connecticut!

Thanksgiving Day Weekend 2024 in Connecticut: Road Races, Santa Visits, and Light Displays

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Tue, 11/26/2024 - 9:00pm

Thanksgiving Weekend 2024 kicks off holiday magic and fun things to do all over Connecticut! Photo courtesy of the Mystic Chamber of Commerce

Connecticut's Thanksgiving weekend 2024 is full of family fun and holiday cheer!

Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows in Connecticut

Submitted by Jennifer Coe on Sun, 11/24/2024 - 7:50pm

Raise a hand if you're excited for the best holiday lights drive-thrus and Christmas light shows in Connecticut! Magic of Lights photo courtesy of the XL Center

Find the biggest and brightest light displays in CT for 2024's holiday season!

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