One day in December 2023, Kira Proper woke up with an idea: to combine her own background in the cannabis industry and her husband’s professional experience as a chef. From here, the couple became business partners, and Elevated Gatherings launched in April 2024. “It made sense to combine the two,” Kira muses. “Looking back, […]
Back in February, I decided it was time to rekindle the art spark for myself. I was a studio art major in college (way back when!), and while I’ve retained an active interest in art, I have not consistently practiced making art. Regular efforts over the years left me feeling frustrated and definitely “not good […]
Art Omi grows contemporary work in former farm fields
It would be blasphemy to talk about outdoor sculpture exhibits in this area without including Art Omi in Ghent, NY, where modest to massive contemporary works become part of the landscape, owning hilltops, filling fields, and tucking into hedge-rows of a one-time 120-acre dairy farm.
Francis J. […]
“Dugazon was born from our shared deep appreciation for heritage, discovery, and experiences that have shaped a life well-lived,” says Bobby Graham and Matt Marden, owners of the newly opened home goods store Dugazon, located in Sharon, CT.
The concept behind Dugazon has been in the making since Graham and Marden’s first date 21 […]
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Liz Macaire and Simon Kristoph to discuss their business, Macaire + Kristoph, based in West Cornwall and Kent, CT.
Could you describe your business?
Liz: Our business is multi-dimensional, and we manage quite a few moving parts: two retail stores, interior design, staging, estate sales, and an art […]
“In 2020, my friend and I were working on a plan to close down the street for a big hospitality event. We would have one giant table that would showcase chefs, sommeliers, and wine and hospitality professionals. Thus, the Ten Mile Table,” says Erika DaSilva of the name of her new wine shop […]
Since I’m not a skateboarder, I can only imagine the sheer feeling of freedom people get when hopping on their boards and navigating the streets or neighborhood ramps with nothing but the rush of adrenaline pumping through their bodies and the cool wind racing through their hair.
I still recall that scene in The Secret […]
Christine recently caught up with Lakeville, CT, resident Jennifer Ryan to discuss with her all aspects of her independent stylist business as well as to learn all about cabi.
What is cabi?
Cabi is a women’s fashion brand that offers high-quality women’s clothing that is on trend but not trendy; flattering, wearable, and washable; and gives […]
The idea for Lakeville Books & Stationery was born out of the desire to once again have a bookstore nearby. Owner Darryl Peck and his family had recently moved back to Lakeville, CT, from Georgia (where they run another bookstore, Righton Books), and were shocked to see how few retail stores there were on the […]
Above: Rob Keller (right) has been the Sultan of Soot for the last 30 years. Tucker Shearer (left) is a sultan in training. Photo by Christine Bates.
When should homeowners call you about cleaning their chimney?
It’s based on how much wood you burn in your stove or fireplace. It’s like changing your oil based on mileage. […]