Since 1997 Oakhurst has partnered with Beach to Beacon, an event we believe aligns perfectly with our commitment to environmental sustainability, healthy active kids, and community impact through giving. This year, in addition to handing out half-pints of free chocolate milk, we also enhanced our commitment to the organization, becoming the presenting sponsor of the…
Read More5 Tips To Get Back In The Swing Of School Lunches
With fall approaching fast, it’s time to start reviving the school-year rituals that – let’s face it – can get a little rusty over the summer. Whether your kids are athletes, musicians, dancers, brainiacs, or all of the above, one sure-fire way to power them through the day is ensure that they have plenty of…
Read MoreFive Things To Check Off Your Summer Bucket List Before Fall
With the chilly New England fall approaching, now is the time to relish the warm weather- and what better way to do that than to take your kids on an outdoor adventure that they’ll remember forever? Here are five family-friendly day trips sure to please the whole family. 1. Bradbury Mountain State Park Located just…
Read More6 Simple Summer Smoothies
Smoothies are awesome all year long – but they’re especially delicious on hot summer days when the thought of turning on the oven is…well….out of the question. Cool, quick and refreshing – smoothies are the perfect way to fuel up on the go. Make them with milk for added protein, calcium and Vitamin D. The…
5 Fun 4th of July Crafts for Kids
Fireworks are fun but late nights and loud noises aren’t for everyone. If you’re looking for kid-friendly way to celebrate, we’ve got 5 fun crafts you can do as a family. What are your favorite 4th of July traditions? 1. Shaving Cream Fireworks Make your own (less noisy) fireworks out of shaving cream, food coloring and toothpicks. This…
3 Fun Salad Recipes for Summer
Finally the weather is warming up an gardens are beginning to grow – perfect timing to switch up those chilis and casseroles for some fun summer salads. If you’re looking for a new recipe to inspire you, try one of these three creative takes on summertime salads: 1. Lobster on Brioche with Turnip and Potato…
Read More5 DIY Father’s Day Gifts Dad Will Actually Want
Macaroni necklaces are cute and everything – but we all know what Dad really wants for Father’s Day is a new iPhone, or lawn tractor, or a shirt without spit-up stains. Problem is, all those things require a trip to the store and more than a few dollars – ain’t nobody with little kids got…
Celebrate World Milk Day!
June is National Dairy Month and the festivities kick off this Thursday (June 1st) with World Milk Day – a worldwide day of recognition for the wholesome nutrition of nature’s most perfect food – milk! We’ll be celebrating all day long, starting with a $50 Facebook giveaway and an opportunity to share your World Milk Day photos…
Memorial Day Recipes
3 Red, White and Blue Recipes for Memorial Day While the true meaning of Memorial Day is to reflect on the incredible sacrifices made by our brave military members and their families, it is also a day to come together with family and celebrate summer, freedom, and of course, BBQ. If you’re stuck on what…
3 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Today and Every Day
Does your family celebrate Earth Day? We believe Mother Earth deserves more than just one day – so we’ve put together three ways to celebrate today and 3 ways to celebrate all year long. How does your family celebrate? What are your favorite ways to help the environment? Celebrate Today: 1. Clean Up Crew It might seem boring…