All things local in the lake country, Waukesha, Southeastern Wisconsin area
It’s Farmers’ Market season and they are open and ready to share their local products with all of us. I love visiting farmers’ markets and even roadside vegetable stands to pickup some great local faire for my family. So far this year, I have attended the Waukesha Farmers’ Market, and […]
Easter brunch may look and feel a little different this year. Since we all should stay home due to COVID-19, gathering with family and friends on Easter is likely not happening for us this year… we are safer at home, after all. But, we can still enjoy good, local food […]
It is here! Our most anticipated guide of the year! The Lake Country Holiday Shopping + Gift Guide for 2019, brought to you by The Lake Country Mom + amazing small and locally run businesses.
Oh, mamas! As we celebrate Mother’s Day in May-we think of typical gifts for moms, flowers, handmade cards, jewelry, spa days! I am a pretty simple girl, a simple mom. Basic things in life make me content. A few days ago I had such a treat. I was invited to […]
OCONOMOWOC, WI – Scramblers Restaurants announces the Grand Opening of its first restaurant in Wisconsin with ribbon cutting ceremonies to be held on May 15, 2019 at 1320 Pabst Farms. Jay Campbell and Dave Hazenfield, the area representatives of Scramblers Brands in Wisconsin, invite you to join them and their […]
Hartland now has a mobile app, ‘nroote, for the community!
Breakfast / brunch / lunch is always a good idea. Lake country’s newest hot spot has been opened since December 2018. I finally took my family to try it out. We were not disappointed. We were greeted with a very warm welcome right away. We had a reservation-it was a […]
It was a sunny Saturday at the Waukesha Farmer’s Market as we passed by a booth for Karate America. Lily, my 5-year-old, has always been a shy, timid little girl who loves a good “spinny” dress. When she was approached by one of the instructors that day, I wanted to […]
Life is a kitchen. Put on an apron & whip up something incredible. I’ve always dreamed of taking a cooking class but for the longest time, I could only find classes that were at least an hour drive away from me. Until I came across The Petite Chef, located right here […]
It is March– but you do have until April to get your taxes done. Do you do them yourself? Do you struggle to try file your own taxes online? Do you fear what you should write off? How you can save money? Do you wonder what to do to get […]
moboevoTM is the premier destination to experience next-generation and eco-fun outdoor recreation and personal transportation. From trails to lakes and beyond, moboevoTM offers unique access to next generation bikes, boards and more. moboevoTM’s flagship location, opening April 6, 2019, at 127 N. Main Street, Oconomowoc will offer lake country […]
Each year, approximately 150 million Valentine’s cards are exchanged for the holiday, second only to Christmas. Do you remember being a kid in grade school and creating a “mailbox” to accept your classmates’ cards, treats and candies? I remember this day well from my childhood, I even did singing telegrams […]
Sooooo *THIS* is kind of a big deal! Your favorite place to find local, handmade and unique baby shower gifts, as well as holiday outfits, Hush Little Lanie: A Baby Boutique, is having a Ten Days of Giveaways event! 🎅🏼
In our opinion, it’s the unexpected gifts that make the biggest impression. The ones that are handmade; the ones that are from the heart; the ones that tell a story. Buying local and handcrafted is rewarding for the gift-giver, the recipient, and the maker.
The holidays are coming! It is time to start your holiday shopping. Christmas will be here before we know it! All year we talk about supporting small + local. We feel the same way during the
Rise and Shine Oconomowoc New full-service restaurant offers “best breakfast in town!”
Fa la la la la, la la la la. Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. We are so excited for this event! From the first time in our area, an amazing way to kickoff your holiday shopping + have fun at the same […]
WHEN: 10.20.2018 (Saturday) WHAT: Girl’s night out! Witches of Lake Country Bar Hop! WHY: What other reason is there to dress up like witches, drink cocktails, hang out with old and new friends? Oh, and Halloween is coming! It is a super fun way to get out of the house!
So many of us have budding actors in our homes – kids with big personalities who love to do impersonations, entertain siblings, or “put on a show”. These qualities are not always welcomed with a smile in a school setting, and not always understood by peers.
And just like that, summer is almost over and it brought the heat and plenty of fun. We have had some
