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December Winter + Revel THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS AROUND THE CORNER! Though it is an exciting time, shopping may become stressful. We are here to help guide you!

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Discover handmade items made with love from Cooley & Company and sweet

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activities, as well as products you can buy from local makers.

Winter is coming and you know what that means, freezing cold nights. Cozy up with some homemade loaded potato chowder! And remember to tag Westfield Lifestyle on IG and FB, and you may just find your content or photos in our next issue!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021

FEATURES 20 Cooley & Co Handmade With Love

22 Doce Mercer Serving Sweet Success

26 Shop Small Business This Holiday Season Something for Everyone on your List!

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30 Joanne Papadimitriou Celebrating fifteen years serving the Real Estate Community of Westfield

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Good Times

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Westfield PumpkinFest 2021 Hosted by Westfield on Weekends, Westfield Concert Series, Western Mass Shop Local and the Boys and Girls Club, the Westfield Community enjoyed an amazing day of fun! PumpkinFest included pumpkin carving, Trunk or Treating by ASDC, all day performances, touch-a-truck, as well as local vendors and food trucks. A great time was had by all! www.westfieldonweekends.com.

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This marks the first year the bank hosted what it hopes will be an annual appeal, inviting bank customers, employees, and members of the community to donate money toward food pantries throughout the month of November. All donations (up to $2,500 per customer) were matched dollar for dollar by bankESB and the total raised was divided among participating food pantries across western Massachusetts.

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WINTER AND REVEL WINTER IS A TIME TO ENJOY FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHILE USHERING IN THE SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON. Whether you are enjoying one of the many festive activities our city has to offer or spending time with loved ones, the memories made will be cherished.

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SEASONAL LIGHT DISPLAYS AND EVENTS + Enjoy a drive through Bright Nights in Forest Park.

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ARTICLE MEGAN BELIVEAU PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH JOSEPHINE PHOTOGRAPHY

HANDMADE WITH LOVE

“THIS STORY IS MORE ABOUT THE ARTISTS

“Every piece has a story,” Buy states proudly. The 35-45

THAN IT IS ABOUT ME.”

artists that produce the pieces offer them for sale in Buy’s

Walking into Cooley & Company in historic Granville,

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beautiful space, which is overhauled every three weeks.

MA, you are greeted warmly by owner Cooley Buy. Inside

After feeling “electrified” during her first pottery class,

the 100-year-old, family-owned barn are hundreds of

Buy became a potter and teacher, selling at craft fairs.

items from local artists: pottery, apparel, accessories,

A short time later, Buy rented a storefront in Granville.

self-care products, books, food, recycled materials, indoor

Through her successes, Buy envisioned the barn as the

and outdoor decor, refurbished furniture, and dog treats.

perfect space for artists, and made her dream a reality.

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Buy is now part of the newest women-owned storefronts in Granville. Cooley & Company opened in September 2020 after a major revamp of the unused barn. When COVID hit and Buy felt hesitant about continuing, her son said, “Build it, mom; they will come.”

artists from Granville, and the rest are still local. Artists range from 11

When Buy ran out of wood to complete the walls, she asked for doors

years old to 95. Buy can tell you who created each piece and the story

and received 47. When the space was ready for furniture, pieces were

behind it; she knows her artists, and they trust her to sell their pieces.

donated or refurbished. Through blood and sweat from Buy, friends,

Buy is the ‘Mall Map of Granville,’ sending people from Cooley

family, and the town of Granville, the deteriorating barn was cleaned,

& Company to other local storefronts; Buy wants to support

repaired, and staged. A deck was built, overlooking the picturesque

local artists as well as businesses. “We want to bring people to

view - green fields, rolling hills, and the “Mill in the Meadow,” a water

Granville. I have the space to do this, and we can offer a range of

wheel built by Buy’s grandfather and cousin in 1976.

prices for items that all can afford - from children to adults.” There

You can see and feel the love that went into the space. People stop in to say “hi,” even when she isn’t open. Buy said her idea for the deck was to give spouses, who may not be interested in shopping, a place to sit, chat, and sip coffee or tea. 50% of the items are created by

is truly something here for everyone.

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M E R C E R

EVERYTHING MICHELLE MERCER BAKES IS FLAVORED WITH LAUGHTER AND LOVE. These magical ingredients come from this pastry chef’s warmest child-

family make hot cocoa care packages. Michelle, always

hood memories - standing next to her mom in the kitchen,

baking, thought adding cookies would be nice. Martika saw

helping mix something heavenly for the oven.

a business blossoming, and Doce Mercer was born.

“For my birthday, she would make these insane cakes,”

“Doce” (pronounced DOUGH-say) is Portuguese for

Michelle recalled, describing the castle cake her mother

“sweet.” It’s a word that envelopes not only the family’s

made one year for her birthday. It came complete with a

heritage and the flavor of baked goods, but also the feel-

carriage, and was almost as tall as Michelle herself.

ing evoked by perfectly presented chocolates, cream-filled

“I’ll never forget it. It was amazing and beautiful. To this day,

cookies, almondy biscotti, and moist, rich muffins. “Doce”

I can smell the cake cooking. I can smell the frosting. I can feel

also describes Michelle’s irrepressible delight watching

the joy I felt when I woke up that morning, knowing someone

customers’ knees go weak when they bite into her creations.

had made that cake just for me,” Michelle said. “That was love.”

But when Michelle was only eight years old, her mother

“Mom’s an excellent cook. I do not miss dinner,” Martika laughed. “And she spreads love wherever she goes.”

passed away, leaving a young daughter who soothed her

“She gets flown to the other side of the country to provide

grief by touching the handwritten recipes in her mother’s

baked goods,” Aaliyah added, referencing a California wed-

recipe box, then recreating the tastes, smells, and textures

ding Michelle recently catered. “So yah. We’re bragging.”

that made her mother feel close. Cooking became a comfort.

Using their first year in business to test products, the

“It’s a nurturing thing,” Michelle explained. “I don’t just

trio rented a booth at the Westfield Farmer’s Market to

throw something together. My mother didn’t, either.”

gauge public reaction. In preparation for their first day,

Instead, Michelle, like her mother, sifts the fundamental act

they loaded a six-foot cooler with confections. Everything

of caring into every recipe. “To me, that’s pure joy.”

sold in the first hour.

Today, Michelle’s daughters, Martika and Aaliyah, cook by their mother’s side. In fact, it was these vibrant young adults

“Now we have two coolers,” Martika said.

“We might have to get a third,” said Aaliyah.

who nudged their mother to launch a cottage bakery. Like

“We actually have a fanbase. People come back looking

all the Mercers’ best ideas, this one grew with each family

for us,” Michelle said. “Or they’ll buy something, walk away,

member. It was Aaliyah who, during COVID, suggested the

then run back and say, ‘Oh my god, this is so good!’”

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DOLCE MERCER (CONTINUED)

“It’s just so…” Michelle put both

While the farmer’s market snoozes,

hands on her heart and paused. “I

all Doce Mercer products - from brunch

think I cry a lot at the farmers market,”

boxes, to homemade jam, to heart-

she laughed.

shaped whoopie pies - get hand-de-

“It’s just so exciting,” Aaliyah said,

livered locally. They’re also shipped

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you do.”

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“I would do anything to be able to bake are

again with my mom,” Michelle said, “so

Michelle’s soul-tickling chocolate chip

Mercer’s

bestsellers

what a gift it is to have my kids in the

cookies, her flaky scones, and her sig-

kitchen with me. My girls are amazing

nature shortbread cookies. “I can’t keep

people. I have the dream team.”

those in stock,” Michelle said. Customers

“All my happiest memories are of us

also love Doce’s gluten free “scookies,”

together in the kitchen,” Aaliyah affirmed.

a light, lemony celebration of food that

“That’s love,” Martika said, the counter

doesn’t taste like a sad substitute for

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AS WE ALL KNOW, HOLIDAY SHOPPING HAS LOOKED A LITTLE DIFFERENT THIS YEAR WITH SUPPLIER ISSUES AND SHIPPING DELAYS. Luckily, we have many great local options in downtown Westfield to help alleviate the stress of where to find amazing gifts. Whether you're shopping for a teacher, a babysitter, family or friends, you are bound to find the perfect item among Westfield's unique stores. From boutiques to gift shops, there's something for everyone. And, above all else, when you shop local, you support local. Mention this article when you pop in to visit any one of these local proprietors. And happy shopping!

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CAMELOT JEWELERS

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BE BELLA BOUTIQUE

We are a multi-brand women’s apparel and accessory boutique offering fashion-forward styles for the modern

Thinking about popping the question to your spe-

women. Come shop for those who love understated

cial someone? Need to find that perfect ring? Here at

comfort with a touch of nostalgia fit for this holiday and

Camelot Jewelers, we can help you create that perfect

winter season. Be your own kind of beautiful with a gift

design for your sweetheart. Come in, sit down with our

from BeBella! Gift cards available. Shop our website www.

personal jeweler and create that unique piece she’ll

Bebella.boutique, find us on Facebook and Instagram.

love for years to come. Lifetime battery available, pric-

34 School Street, Westfield, 413-278-3856

ing varies on type of watch. 10% off when you men-

Holiday Hours: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10-3pm,

tion this article. www.camelotjewelersllc.com.

55 Southwick Rd, Westfield, 413-356-1948

Thursday 1-5pm

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Hours: Tuesday - Friday 830-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm

Shop local or small this holiday season! Here at BudSuds we have a variety of artisan soaps, bath & body products available in store in downtown Westfield! If you’re looking for holiday gifts & stocking stuffers, you can find something unique & handmade. Shop Best Sellers! CBD Buzz Balm salves, CBD Variety Soaps, and Artisan Soaps & Candles.

Gift certificates Available. www.budsudssoapery.com.

14 School St. Westfield, 413-642-5443 Holiday hours: Tuesday - Saturday 12-6pm, Sunday 10-2pm BUDSUDS SOAPERY

GIFTOLOGY Giftology specializes in unique and creative gifts from over 150 small business vendors. We carry jewelry, housewares, spa products, tons of children’s items including many stocking stuffers and we even have

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things for your furry friends! We offer gift wrapping with personalized service to help you find the perfect gift.

Also shop www.giftology.com.

99 Springfield Rd, Westfield, 413-200-7428 Hours: Monday - Saturday 10-6pm

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HILLTOWN CHIC

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BLENDED VILLAGE MARKETPLACE

Blended Vintage Marketplace provides a unique

Hilltown Chic strives to be a place to find fun and

experience. Debi's Design Diary paint and accesso-

unique gifts, and home decor. Find the gifts that you

ries enhance your painting choices. Original paint-

really want to give to friends and family in a fast and

ings by owner, Andrea Bruno, along with boutique

convenient way. We love to make custom pieces, and

clothing, accessories and jewelry make Blended

seeing people smile. Our goal is to make people happy!

Vintage Marketplace your destination shop. www.

www.hilltownchic.com.

blendedvintagemarketplace.com.

24 School St, Westfield, 413-337-3744

48 Elm street, Westfield, 413-485-4606

Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10-5pm, Saturday 10-3pm,

Hours: Wednesday - Friday 11-5pm, Saturday 10-4pm

Sunday 10-2pm

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Unique and One-of-a-Kind Crafts Made by Local Artists.

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Open Friday - Sundays 10am to 6pm. Labor Day through Christmas.

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LOCAL'S CHOICE

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COMMEMORATING FIFTEEN YEARS OF SERVING THE REAL ESTATE COMMUNITY OF WESTFIELD ARTICLE AMANDA BRODKIN | PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN SLACK PHOTOGRAPHY

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N THE WORLD OF REAL ESTATE, BEING A SUCCESSFUL

AGENT TAKES MORE THAN CONNECTIONS AND KNOW-HOW. Joanne Papadimitriou has been guiding clients through the buying and selling process for more than 15 years. Westfield Lifestyle sat down with Joanne to find out what drives her.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BEING A REALTOR®?

Building relationships with people keeps me engaged. I have met clients who became friends and I have friends who became clients.

My role doesn’t end when the keys are handed over.

"When you're thinking of buying, selling or investing, always consult with a professional REALTOR®."

WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT LIVING AND WORKING IN WESTFIELD? I love the sense of community and being part of a very caring town. I enjoy being involved; from being PTO president to Board Member of the Westfield Food Pantry. I also like being a sponsor for community events such as WOW and Kiwanis.

Westfield has no shortage of organizations that support the community, and I think it is vital to give where you live!

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY. I’ve been married to the love of my life for 30 years.

We have two amazing children, our son who is 27, and our daughter who is 23. My family is the most important thing to me. Not only do they support me, they are happy that I love what I do. I am truly blessed.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT KELLER WILLIAMS THAT HAS MADE YOU STAY WITH THE BROKERAGE? I just celebrated 15 years as a REALTOR®; all of that time has been with Keller Williams. The culture is bar none and our mission statement is incredibly meaningful to me: to build careers worth having, businesses worth owning, lives worth living, experiences worth giving, and legacies worth leaving. Our values are God, family, and then business. A company that embraces and encourages these principles is truly where I belong.

IF YOU WERE NOT A REALTOR®, WHAT WOULD BE YOUR DREAM JOB?

REALTOR®, Associate Partner, Keller Williams Realty 16 George St, Westfield. 413-244-2970, jpapa@kw.com

This is my dream job! I really can’t imagine having another job that is more fulfilling than helping clients realize their real estate dreams, unless of course, I drove the Cash Cab! CityLifestyle.com/Westfield

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So you’ve finally hit the big Five-O. Where did the years go?

Have you saved enough? Are your investments in the right place?

Are your legal documents and estate planning up to snuff?

Do you know where you stand as you enter the Next Phase of your Financial Life?

Whether you are in your fifties, sixties or seventy and beyond, you deserve the peace of mind that comes from having the right plan in place for a secure retirement.

Call the Wealth Technology Group and schedule a 30 minute free review and start on the path for a more secure future.

Please call us at (800) 266-6793 today!

And Remember...It’s not what you make, it’s what you keep!

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INSPIRED BY

Gratefully

ARTICLE ALLISON GIBESON PHOTOGRAPHY JANIE JONES

GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

ABOUT SIX YEARS AGO ANNA SAROL, THE DAUGHTER OF A SINGLE MOTHER, WAS PARALYZED IN A GYMNASTICS ACCIDENT WHEN SHE WAS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BUT UNTIL LAST YEAR SHE DID NOT HAVE A STAIRLIFT IN HER HOME. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000.

“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my

“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are.”

—Anna Sarol

family and I are,” Anna says.

The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year.

When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have

Anna Sarol

otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized.

One such nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her three young relatives. The children came from an abusive situation, and Kathy, a single guardian, works tirelessly to provide for them. Nevertheless, the family was already living in poverty despite her working seven days a week when Kathy lost her job during the pandemic. She resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent.

When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy.

“When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.”

In yet another case, Emily* who worked as a janitor at a school, was a recipient and was struggling to afford simply buying groceries for her children. Before the ongoing difficulties of the pandemic even started, a tornado destroyed the school she worked at just a couple weeks before the initial shutdown in March 2020 which resulted in a loss of income for her. Emily was incredibly surprised and grateful to receive assistance from the giveaway. *Names changed for privacy

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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link.

The amount given to each recipient will be based on need.

The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.

Nominate HERE! Follow @citylifestyle on Instagram

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1-8 ANNUAL TREE JUBLIEE

Roots Athletic Center, 181 Root Rd, Westfield

DECEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

A Wonderland of Trees and Wreaths! The Jubilee event will

run from Nov 26 to Dec 8. The entries can be viewed online

or in-person at Roots Athletic Center. Trees and wreaths will be raffled off on Dec 9th. Visit www.westfieldonweekends.

BASEBALL STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

com to support this important fundraiser.

YOUTH 11-14

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HIGH SCHOOL 14-18

City Neighborhoods and Online at WOW's Facebook

Westfield on Weekends is hosting a Holiday Lights

COLLEGE & ADULT 18+

Challenge across Westfield. Visit WOW's facebook page or www.westfieldonweekends.com to register & view map.

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The Ranch Golf Club, 65 Sunnyside Rd, Southwick

The Ranch Golf Club is excited to host its annual Holiday Party 549 COLLEGE HIGHWAY SOUTHWICK, MA

in the Pub House this year. This event is open to the public, and

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and feast together. Music provided by DJ Jay. 5pm. Purchase

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3 A holiday wine tasting to benefit the Westfield Athenaeum.

Come join us to sample various types of wine and appetizers.

Food will again be provided by the WTA with music from the WHS Jazz band. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and quickly becoming the do-not-miss social event of the season.

4:30-9pm. Purchase tickets at https://westath.libcal.com.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

UP CLOSE AND MUSICAL: FROM BEETHOVEN TO BROADWAY 105 Elm Street, Westfield

In collaboration with the Westfield State University Music

Department, WOW is producing its first Evenings on Elm Street series. The faculty and students from WSU Music Department will be performing. December 3 at 7pm. Free Admission - 50 person limit. www.westfieldonweekends.com.

COME JOIN US FOR A MEAL. ENJOY TUCKER'S DURING THE HOLIDAYS. O P E N AT 3: 3 0 P M T U E S DAY- S AT U R DAY.

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M.A. IN COUNSELING AND APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS GRADUATE INFORMATION SESSION Westfield State University Continuing Education

Join us for a virtual information session via Zoom to learn

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about our M.A. in Counseling and M.A. in Applied Behavior

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Analysis programs! Hear more about what the University has to offer and answer any questions you may have. 11am. www.GoBackNow.com

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STM HIGH SCHOOL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 27 Bartlett Street, Westfield

Join the STM community at their annual Christmas Bazaar.

Shop from local vendors, crafters, and small business owners. 10am-3pm. Contact Hope Tremblay htremblay@ stmsaints.org if you are interested in showcasing your products or volunteering.

4-19 POP-UP HOLIDAY MARKETS

WOW Creative Arts Center, 105 Elm Street

Shop Local Vendors during weekends in December.

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Shaker Farms Country Club, 866 Shaker Rd, Westfield

Breakfast with Santa is Back! We will have crafts, raffles, face painting, Shriner's Clowns, and a breakfast brunch. Santa will be arriving via helicopter. Adults Adults $20, Kids 5-12 $14, Kids 1-4 $7. Seating is limited. 9:30am. Call 413-568-4087 to purchase tickets.

11 DOGS & STORKS - PREPARING FAMILIES W/DOGS FOR LIFE W/BABY Sandy Meadow Farm, 342 Union St, Westfield

Preparing ahead decreases stress and increases success for all. This "humans only” workshop is presented by Paws of Nature and will be held at Sandy Meadow Farm in Westfield. $50.00 registration covers 2 attendees. 2:00pm.

Register at www.pawsofnature.com.

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SATURDAY SOUNDS HOLIDAY PIANO WITH DAN KENNEDY Westfield Athenaeum, 6 Elm St, Westfield

Take a break from the bustle with Dan Kennedy's relaxing piano.

From "First Noël" to "White Christmas," there's music for everyone this holiday season! 1pm. https://westath.libcal.com.

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Come join us in decorating Christmas cookies! There will also be hot chocolate, Christmas music, and festive hats to really get us all into the Christmas spirit! For students in grades 6-12.

Registration required. This event is being held in person. In order to keep everyone safe, masks will be required. 3-4pm. https://westath.libcal.com.

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Join us at Westfield on Weekend's Creative Arts Center for a New Year's Eve party with the Snow Queen, for kids and their parents.

Starts at noon. Ticket info and Reservations 413-579-5967. Please visit our website www.westfieldonweekends.com.

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WINTER FLAVORS WITH LOCAL FOOD BLOGGER

CULINARY CREATIONS

LOADED POTATO CHOWDER IN THE WINTER MONTHS, THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN TO COZY UP WITH A CUP OF HOMEMADE SOUP. I love a good potato - whether it is baked, scalloped or mashed. When creating this recipe, I combined my favorite potato toppings to make a Loaded Potato Chowder.

Follow my blog on Instagram for more winter recipes @hellofoodreviews.

INGREDIENTS + 6 large potatoes + 1 package of bacon + 2 bundles of scallions + 4 tablespoons butter + 1/2 cup flour + Pinch of salt + Pinch of pepper + 1 tablespoon garlic and pepper seasoning + 2 cups milk + 1 32oz container of chicken broth + 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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+ 1 8oz container of sour cream

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DIRECTIONS 01 Peel and cube potatoes, boil for 10 minutes.

02 Cook bacon, then chop into bits.

03 Wash and chop scallions.

04 In a soup pot, melt the butter over high heat and slowly add in the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic pepper. Stir until smooth.

05 Gradually add in milk and chicken broth, stir until thick.

06 Cook bacon, then chop into bits.

07 Bring to a boil and add in potatoes and scallions.

08 Mix in chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, and sour cream.

Let simmer for 15 minutes and taste test accordingly.

Enjoy!

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Happy Holidays!

During this holiday season, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our success possible.

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