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20 EDITOR’S LETTER 22 FROM THE FOUNDERS Of Mothers and Training Kids

THE GOOD LIFE The sun is shining, the world is slowly returning to normal—and we couldn’t be more excited!

In this issue, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to creative ways to live life better here.

29 STATUS REPORT BUZZ Brunswick grad Max Weiss brings the art of omasake to your next private gathering; Pop-Up Bagles SHOP Thoughtful gifts to let the mom in your life know how much you appreciate her DO Summer skin and hair beauty tips from the pros; great page turners for those lazy beach days HOME Beautiful décor ideas for indoors and out GO A quick retreat to the Mayflower Inn; South Carolina’s lesser known, yet stunningly beautiful, Sea Islands EAT Raphael’s Bakery and Sweetgreen: Great new spots for a quick bite and shopping respite 58 G-MOM A sweet way to get creative in the garden with your little ones

60 MONEY MATTERS Private aviation—it may not be as out of reach as you think

63 PEOPLE & PLACES Family Centers & Veronica Beard; J. McLaughlin & Parsonage Cottage; Greenwich Recreation & Greenwich Arts Council

75 CALENDAR 103 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 104 POSTSCRIPT Our favorite harbingers of spring

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Yes, 2020 will go down in the history books as the year the entire world shut down. But in between fear and anxiety something else emerged—resilience.

From families, schools and nonprofits to local businesses and global corporations, everybody had to learn to navigate the world differently. And we did.

Now, as we cautiously emerge to reclaim a sense of normalcy, we thought it the perfect time to bring back the Good Life (page 68). Here, we set out to share insider info on living life better here—whether you’re a native or newcomer.

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o it’s May, and time for mothers to take a bow, as well they should. One of their prime duties, of course, is bringing up their children right. Which means teaching them how to become civilized human beings.

My mother relied heavily on a book called GOOPS & How to be Them—A Manual of Manners for Polite Infants by Gelett Burgess.

Never mind that it was first published in 1900. A page on table manners starts out: “The Goops they lick their fingers,/And the Goops they lick their knives;/They spill their broth on the tablecloth./Oh, they lead disgusting lives!” And the page on helpfulness begins: “I never knew a Goop to help his mother,/I never knew a Goop to help his dad,/And they never do a thing for one another; /They are actually, absolutely bad!”

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Mother found all kinds of ways to teach us kids—and our friends—lessons.

To be honest: In the dime store at age five, I popped a handful of shiny pastel crochet hooks in one pocket of my coat along with some tiny calendars in the other. Upon discovering my treasures, she took me to the manager’s office to fess up and apologize. Gulp. greenwichmag.com

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And when my younger brother would tell her a whopper, she’d say: “Mike, you’re not telling me the truth. I can see it in your eyes.”

After that, he made sure to cover his eyes. He was convinced she was clairvoyant.

To be generous: I awoke one morning in junior high to find my mother quietly nudging the cleaning woman’s little girl into my bedroom saying: “Help yourself to those stuffed animals.

Donna doesn’t need them anymore.”

Here was the woman who, if someone admired her earrings, would take them off on the spot and hand them over. I learned it was best to off-load my own stuff before she did it for me.

To be tidy: When I was a senior in high school, she gathered up the clothes left strewn all over my bedroom, waited until I was walking out the front door of our apartment building on my long-awaited first date with a real heartthrob, and threw them out the second-story window onto our heads. Underwear and all.

To look your best: While her father waited in the car, a tall, willowy classmate came inside to collect me for a prom. Mother took one look at her drab attire that did nothing for her flat chest and said: “Missy, we’re

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Later, as a mother myself, I had to develop my own training techniques.

To play by the rules: When little Audrey helped herself to a doll from my Surprise Closet, which was strictly off limits to everyone but me, I drove her to Cos Cob and made her deposit it in the Goodwill box for some little girl who didn’t break rules.

And lessons from other mothers—and one mother’s helper—bear repeating.

To clean up the kitchen: Ali Nichols’ mother used to collect the dirty dishes Ali had left in the sink and put them in her bed.

To clean up ourselves: A six-year-old son of Libby Flinn Tracy refused to take his bath one night. So taking a page out of Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, Libby said: “OK. Why don’t

we just tape some seeds onto your arms, and by next week we should have a beautiful crop of tomatoes and bean bushes.” This they did, until the tape got so disgusting that the little boy decided it was time for a bath.

To hold the door open for people: A few decades later Libby was teaching two young grandsons to always look behind them when going through a door to make sure it didn’t hit somebody back there. But when she and the boys walked into FAO Schwarz in New York, the kids caught sight of the first display of toys and got so excited they forgot to look back, and the door slammed right on Donald Trump.

To stand up for grown-ups: Cristin Marandino’s mother trained her four children so well to stand up when an adult entered the room that when the family went out to dinner at the Westchester Country Club and the waitress came over to the table, they all stood up.

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One evening in the dining car, her father asked her repeatedly to pay attention to what was happening at their table. Finally, he got up, approached an adjacent table and said: “Excuse me, but may my daughter join you? She is much more interested in the conversation at your table than at ours!”

To be appreciative: When we were little, my brothers and I had a Russian nursemaid (predecessor of today’s nanny) who made sure we delivered a flower to Mother on our birthdays. Sometimes a single daffodil or daisy, and dandelions were especially accessible. It was the very least she deserved for bringing us into the world.

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e all changed our dining habits last year, but some turned the challenges into opportunities.

For Max Weiss, a Brunswick and Cornell Hotel School alum, a craving for high-end sushi and the omakase experience (which basically means “I’ll leave it up to the chef ”) spawned a business: Ten Homakase brings the sushi chef to you. Pros from top New York Japanese eateries will come to your house, patio or office or almost any location to prepare and serve a special omakase meal. We caught up with Max to talk toro and learn more.

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center: (from front) striped bass with konbu, soy marinaded bluefin tuna with pickled wasabi, kinmedai (golden eye snapper) with yuzu kosho top right: albacore topped with chili garlic oil

buzz ANY EARLY EXPERIENCES THAT LED YOU TO LOVE SUSHI? Being a picky eater wasn’t an option for me. Both my parents are from Odessa, Ukraine, and they lived in Hong Kong in their early twenties, which exposed them to many Asian foods. As kids we were always trying new things. If we were traveling, we were figuring out where to eat next. Cooking was a big part of growing up. My Jewish force-feeding grandmothers and my parents were big influences. I fell in love with sushi at a young age and got excited by it in my teens. By high school, I started dragging my parents into the city to try new places and find the best sushi. above: kinmedai being seared • Chef Alex Matos below: Zuke Akami, Marinated Lean Bluefin Tuna bottom: uni (sea urchin) from Maine

FIRST OMAKASE? Gari in New York

HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THIS IDEA? It started as something I wanted for myself. With the pandemic, I was really missing my favorite food. I have a good network of chefs and restaurateurs in New York, particularly Japanese food. Late last spring, I reached out to see if anyone could do a meal for my family. At the time I couldn’t find anyone. Chefs were so busy working takeout, or some didn’t work due to concerns about Covid.

I decided to create an experience where we have chefs who trained at super high-end restaurants in New York come to the suburbs and people’s homes in the city and offer this experience.

WHO ARE YOUR CHEFS? Daniel Kim has more than seventeen years’ experience, recently as head chef at Sushi by Bou in Union Square. He also led its home catering initiative. Alex Matos trained under Chef Yoshihiro Fukomoto and has logged years as a sushi chef at Sushi Seki and Sushi by Bou.

HOW DID YOU GET THE WORD OUT? Word of mouth, Instagram, and we were featured in the New York Post.

If a host invites five friends and they all have a great experience, chances are some of them will want to do something similar.

WHAT DOES TEN HOMAKASE MEAN? Our standard menu is ten courses, and ten means “Heaven” in Japanese. Heaven Homakase is the translation. Our most extensive menu is called the Heavenly menu.

WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR FISH? It’s sourced through several NYC fish distributors; most get their fish directly from Japan. Yama Seafood is one we deal with a lot.

HOW DO YOU REPLICATE THE SUSHI-BAR EXPERIENCE? We get as close as possible to recreating a sushi bar at home. That could be a smaller meal on a kitchen counter or on a long table where we set up with guests on one side and the chef on the other, so you see the creativity and art of omakase.

What’s convenient is that we don’t need access to a kitchen. We bring the plates, glasses, knives, cutting boards, a cooler and a rice cooker. All we need is an outlet to plug in the cooker. Our guests don’t have to lift a finger.

They can enjoy their own drinks or we have a sake menu; we can bring a server and bartender. We customize menus, accommodating allergies and do kosher-style.

WHO ARE YOUR CUSTOMERS? It’s a range. Younger people are loving it. People in their twenties and thirties are booking for special occasions. And then we have older people with families who use us every few weeks. We’ve served on rooftops, at the beach, on boats— we can go anywhere. We can do an intimate two-person dinner or a larger office meal; we did one lunch in the financial district for three groups of twelve. As regulations change, we hope to service all kinds of events.

HOW DOES THIS DIFFER FROM RESTAURANT OMAKASE? Our chefs only serve one group a night, so there’s a level of care and detail that goes into each piece. They really care about each course and give all their energy to the guests.

DO YOU THINK THAT THE WAY WE APPROACH DINING WILL CHANGE PERMANENTLY? There’s definitely going to be a shift.

Chefs have been forced to adapt and become more entrepreneurial.

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dam Goldberg has a day job—a good one, in fact. He’s national director of Aquafence, a flood-mitigation company that protects commercial and municipal properties from flooding. Then why does he spend so much time in the kitchen? As luck would have it— for all of us—this Westport dad launched POPUP BAGELS in November 2020, while the rest of the world was focused on the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic. What started as a hobby quickly turned into a business venture, as Adam shared his mouthwatering baked goods with friends and family, unaware of the hype that would ensue. Now, six months later, the PopUp Bagels sensation is living up to its name by doing just that—popping up all over Connecticut, with fans from surrounding states clamoring to snag a spot on his coveted “list.” I sat down with Adam to learn more about his new passion and to uncover the secret behind his overnight success.

How did the idea to launch a bagel company come about?

“It really launched itself. I was having too much fun making bagels for friends but couldn’t keep up the freebies, so I got a cottage license and started charging people. I wanted to keep up with demand, so continued to increase our capacity, but we are still far from fulfilling every request.”

Have you always loved to bake?

“I’ve always loved to cook and entertain. Baking was something that I was never patient enough to learn, until Covid-19. The pandemic has taught us all a lot about patience and how to make the best of a difficult and challenging

waking up early! It’s a learning curve. All of our bagels are hand rolled and cooked and served fresh.

We use high-quality ingredients that give our bagel its unique texture and flavor. We also partner with great restaurants that offer amazing schmear options to accompany the bagels. We started working with Don Memo and have recently partnered with Marcia Selden Catering in Stamford. Now, we have a four-month residency set up at Manna Toast’s hub kitchen, which we’re very excited about.”

Do you offer a variety of bagels?

“Absolutely! At the current time, we’re making Maldon Salt, Everything, Salted Poppy, and Sesame. We’ve also done Plain and Cinnamon Raisin.”

How many do you make a week?

“On average, we bake fifty dozen bagels a day on the weekends and typically a total of fifty dozen more midweek in the early mornings from my home.”

situation. For me, it was working toward perfecting the bake— everything from sourdough bread and pizzas to buns and, obviously, bagels.”

Do you have a team?

“We have a great group of volunteers who 'roll for bagels.'

There are usually five of us on the line for each weekend morning bake. I’ve also started hiring some

What’s does the bagel-making process entail?

“A lot of rolling and tweaking and

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talented high school students to work with us—they’ve proven to be very valuable to the model.”

Where can people buy PopUp bagels?

“Our bagels are sold on our website popupbagels.com. They go on sale three to four days prior and sell out within a few minutes. Pickup is either from my home or our host restaurant, depending on the day.

You can also follow @popupbagels on Instagram for updates, fun behind-the-scenes photos, and reviews from happy customers.”

Will you expand outside of Connecticut?

“We already have. In February we did a pop-up with Chef PJ Calapa in Short Hills, New Jersey. PopUp Bagels have also made it to New York and Florida.”

What are your future plans for the company?

“We’ve just launched our subscription model so that customers can place a standing order for bagels every other week.

Now that we have a solid base in our core market, we plan to expand our footprint and operate multiple popups throughout the tristate area as well as other key regions in need of a great on-demand bagel.”

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PRESENT PERFECT “The best Mother’s Day gifts I’ve been given were framed portraits of me and my sons, Wilder and Hunter.”

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Portrait photographer and Greenwich mom Claiborne Swanson Frank captures the beauty of motherhood in her book, Mother and Child. Let her images of sunlit moments with glamorous women like Lauren Santo Domingo, Carolina Herrera and Aerin Lauder (to name a few) inspire you to schedule a session with your own family. $95. Assouline; assouline.com

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he moms in your life deserve something extra special this year. They’ve always been expert multitaskers, but this year demanded a 24/7 on-call schedule, with some even moonlighting as teachers. The easiest gift you can give them is a break, alone time away from the chaos of everyday life. But we’ve also gathered thoughtful ideas, small tokens to present as a way to say “thank you” for doing it all.

ONE-OF-A-KIND Greenwich native Lark Champion spent her childhood traveling the world, accompanying her mother as she sourced pieces for her folk art gallery. As an adult, Champion has continued the tradition, taking her own children along for trips in search of goods for Larkin Lane, a luxury brand featuring the work of global artisans.

Check out her selection of clutches and woven handbags for something truly unique— perfect for the mom who has everything. Antigua Italian leather and Guatemalan textile purse; $425. larkinlane.com

TOP THIS The combination of this sweet floral print and summer-ready pink shade on this breezy blouse makes it a foolproof pick for any mom’s closet.

Pair it with a coordinating bouquet for an extraspecial gift. Mauve Nipoa blouse by Vanessa Bruno; $190. The Perfect Provenance, Greenwich; theperfectprovenance.com

WRAP STAR Jewelry is such a personal choice, which is why we adore the options available with the mother-of-pearl cameo on this wrap bracelet. In addition to astrological signs, initials and symbols, you can give mom a wearable reminder of her favorite place, like Martha’s Vineyard or St. Bart’s. ASHA by Ashley McCormick, Harvest Liberty wrap; $150. Greenwich; ashabyadm.com

THROW SHADE So many of us look to our moms for style inspiration, and designer Tory Burch is no different. This season, she brought back the classic “Reva” sunglasses, named after her mother.

The oversized square shape adds instant glam to any look, and we love the options in traditional tortoise or flecked with blue pearl.

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TAKE HEART Mom can always use a new robe in the rotation, and this one is both cute and cozy (made with 100% pima cotton). As with many of the other options from Roller Rabbit, the hearts print is also available in baby and child size pajamas; perfect for matching-with-your-mini-me moments. Pink hearts Axel robe; $110.

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Revived with a vibrant color palette and plenty of wallpaper and wicker, Kemble’s executed vision breathes new life into the century-old country retreat. Now the spa has gotten its own refresh—the result of a partnership with New York-based The Well—and a transformation of the 20,000-square-foot space into the ultimate wellness destination.

The Well’s flagship launched at the end of 2019 in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, introducing a new concept promising what the company refers to as “the best of Western medicine and Eastern healing.” Members

have access to a variety of spa services, medical consultations and tailored health plans, all under one exquisitely designed roof. Litchfield County was an obvious choice for their second location—an idyllic alternative to the pace of city life—where the spa’s bucolic setting plays a major role in its offerings. Book a Forest Craniosacral, a treatment that promises to soothe senses and disconnect from modern life, under the canopy of the property’s trees, or opt for a woodland hike complete with forest bathing, a Japanese meditative practice. Inside, you can choose from massages and bodywork focused on lymphatic health before exploring light therapy in a traditional hammam. The biophilic thermal pool is surrounded by 400 greenwichmag.com

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plants to purify the air and create a truly unique and calming experience. Trained estheticians address customized skincare needs using Biologique Recherche and Naturopathica products, and the range of options includes an East-Meets-West Facial, which starts with acupuncture and ends with a gold face mask. Those overwhelmed with the treatment menu can schedule a virtual meeting with a health coach before committing and receive personalized recommendations to optimize the visit.

And if nothing else, devote some time to the building’s relaxation room, a serene space with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing light to flow in and all the cares of your everyday life to melt away.

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ISLAND TREASURES GORGEOUS ISLANDS THAT WE’RE PRETTY SURE YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF by kim-marie evans

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here is no need to travel across the globe in search of wild and windswept islands. South Carolina’s fabled Sea Islands are secrets hiding in plain sight. When the New York Times wrote a story in 1983 about South Carolina’s “Secret Isles,” locals were so protective they (unsuccessfully) begged the author not to publish it. Though Hilton Head and Kiawah are regularly featured in glossy travel magazines, smaller islands like DAUFUSKIE, EDISTO and ST. PHILLIPS have managed to elude the spotlight—until now.

STEEPED IN HISTORY After the Civil War, the plantation owners who had been growing cotton on Daufuskie abandoned the land and “gave” it to the freed slaves. With little access to the mainland, the descendants of those slaves kept the Gullah traditions alive, making it a wonderful place to experience this rich culture.

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Head—cuts through hundreds of years of history. Visitors find more than just museums. They find a preserved way of life—vibrant churches, century-old, bluewindowed oyster houses and deviled crabs for sale on front porches.

While there are three Hilton-Head style developments on Daufuskie Island (which counts John Mellencamp as a resident), much of the island is a historic district. Homes, churches, schools and

graveyards appear as they might have 100 years ago. Sallie Ann Robinson is a sixthgeneration Gullah who fights to preserve and share Daufuskie’s history for years. Her efforts caught the attention of Oprah Winfrey, or "Miss O" as Sallie Ann calls her, who featured Sallie Ann in a story in O, The Oprah Magazine.

If you can’t make it to Daufuskie in person, pick up her latest cookbook, Sallie Ann Robinson's Kitchen:

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She offers a variety of dishes passed down through generations of Gullah families, from Down-Home Red Tada Sallet to Robinson's Grandmomma's Seafood Gumbo. “Nobody ever wrote anything down when they cooked.

Recipes were passed down simply from observing and then doing,” she says. daufuskieisland.com

CASTAWAY FOR A DAY

A BILLIONAIRE’S HIDEAWAY Until three years ago, St. Phillips Island was the exclusive beach retreat of Ted Turner’s family for forty years. The famed conservationist and billionaire bought this

(from top) Boneyard Beach on St. Phillips Island • Leisure time at Haig Point on Daufuskie Island • Calibogue Club restaurant on Daufuskie Island

little island, accessible only by boat near Hilton Head, in 1979. Outside of the five-bedroom home he built, he left a very light footprint on this sleepy island. In 2018 he sold the island to the state of South Carolina.

South Carolina now rents the house out for $12,000 for a five-night stay (it’s the only rental option). Don’t want any day-trippers ruining your beach naps? Up the rental to $20,000 for five nights; and as long as you book three months in advance, the state will cancel all incoming boat tours.

During your stay you’ll have access to bicycles, kayaks, golf carts to get you to the beach, a fishing pier and miles of hiking trails through the ancient dunes. A pool table, game room, flatscreen televisions, and a hammock on a large, screened porch are among the home’s amenities.

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Take the road less traveled, literally, to Edisto Island, where you won’t find a crowd, a hotel or even a traffic light. Around a hundred years ago, before there was a bridge to Edisto, people came anyway.

They drove over the marsh and the oyster beds from Charleston or Savannah at low tide to gain access. Back then, the island was used primarily as a retreat with homes hobbled together for weekend getaways. Day-trippers can stretch out on the mile and a half of pristine state park beach or hike its hauntingly majestic boneyard beach.

Boneyard beaches are sea forests that have been created from erosion, leaving an otherworldly landscape of tree skeletons rising from the sand. One of the most dramatic is at Botany Bay on Edisto.

Your Instagram will thank me. edistobeach.com

To book, or for more information, contact the St. Phillips Island Event Coordinator at mgonzalez@scprt.com or 803-904-6220. greenwichmag.com

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ith sunnier days ahead, we asked two local beauty experts for innovative tips that really work. From reversing sun damage to regular root touchups, we have you covered as you spend more time outside.

While Dr. Haven has been offering several body procedures like Coolsculpting for noninvasive fat reduction and Thermage for skin tightening, she now has a new service called EmSculpt Neo, which claims to increase muscle strength by 25 percent and decrease fat by 30 percent after a series of four to six treatments spaced two to three days apart.

Each noninvasive session, which runs for about 30 minutes, is the equivalent of 20,000 abdominal crunches. You can also opt to go for the EmSculpt Neo on glutes, arms and calves. Pricing varies.

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“As far as reversing old damage, light chemical peels can be used to brighten dull skin with no downtime,” Dr. Haven explains.

“Lasers with very minimal downtime can be used to stimulate collagen and even out skin texture and tone.”

“Antioxidants can help prevent and reverse sun damage,” explains Dr. Haven. “And it can even help your sunscreen to work better.”

She recommends a new serum from SkinCeuticals called Silymarin CF, a highly potent serum with salicylic acid designed to improve acne and protect skin against environmental damage.

Davines, contains an SPF that helps protect from damaging properties.

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Page-Turners Women searching for happiness, murder mysteries and 100 haikus to cure your breakup blues—THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE on this list. So brush off your beach bags and savor the sun with one of these sizzling page-turners. by emily liebert

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rom the queen of the beach read and No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner comes a summer saga that takes readers from the manicured Main Line of Philadelphia to the wild landscape of the Outer Cape. Protagonist Daisy Shoemaker can’t sleep.

She should be happy.

Between her flourishing cooking business, extensive volunteer work and beautiful home in the suburbs, what could be so bad? Just a few things, such as her challenging teenage daughter, her distant husband and her long list of acquaintances, who aren’t real friends. She’s also receiving emails meant for Diana Starling, whose email address is just one punctuation mark away from her own. Yet their lives are drastically different. Is their chance connection an accident? This sharply observed novel is about facing our past and future and the power of female friendship.

F*CK YOU HAIKU: LITTLE BREAKUP POEMS TO HELP YOU VENT, HEAL, AND MOVE ON

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hat do you do when your husband unexpectedly announces that your marriage is over and you’re desperate to process all of the messy and intense feelings you’re experiencing? If you’re Westport’s own Kristina Grish, a seasoned writer and columnist, you turn your pain into poetry by penning 100 breakup haikus inspired by past relationships and universal wisdom.

And what results is a relatable and, at times, irreverent collection—in other words, the perfect antidote for a broken heart. Snag a copy for yourself, a family member or a friend so you can finally say “f*ck you” to that special someone and “love you” to yourself.

DEATH IN THE FAMILY AND THE DEAD SEASON

BY TESSA WEGERT

DON’T MAKE ME TURN THIS LIFE AROUND

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hirteen years ago, doctors told Libby Ross-Velasquez she wasn’t going to survive cancer. Yet, even though she’s beaten the odds, she doesn’t feel alive inside. Maybe because her father’s death weighs on her. Her husband, Shiloh, acts distant. And one of their daughters has serious health concerns. Libby knows she needs to do something to breathe life back into her family, so she books a vacation for all of them to the Puerto Rican island of Vieques, where she and Shiloh fell in love and, also, where she fought her cancer diagnosis. But when a tropical storm unexpectedly hits, she questions her decision.

Still, the worst disaster they’ve faced may be the best thing that ever happened to them. If they can endure it…

he only thing better than one chilling thriller is two chilling thrillers! And that’s exactly what Darien author Tessa Wegert delivers with the debut and sophomore books in her new mystery series, primarily based in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York, where America’s elite summered in the latenineteenth century. The stories follow Senior Investigator Shana Merchant who fled her NYC detective job to pursue serial killer Blake Bram, as she entangles herself in missing persons cases and murders. Prepare to stay up way past your bedtime glued to these addictive, fast-paced novels.

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ew York Times bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews has done it again with this summer’s hottest read.

When Letty Carnahan discovers her sister Tanya dead on the floor of her NYC townhouse, she’s positive she knows who did it: Tanya’s shady ex, Evan Wingfield, a real estate entrepreneur.

How? Because of Tanya’s warnings: “If anything bad happens to me, it’s Evan. Promise me you’ll take Maya and run.

Promise me.” So Letty does just that. She hits the road with her fouryear-old niece in an attempt to out run the law (and Evan). All she has is what Tanya left her: a bag of cash, a diamond ring and an old magazine story about The Murmuring Surf Motel in Florida, where she checks in. Letty’s mission is to heal Maya’s pain and uncover the key to her past, while avoiding the local police detective. Will she find the truth or will danger close in on her first?

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reaming of a vacation to Paris? There’s a new place to indulge your inner Francophile with no passport needed.

Raphaël’s Bakery is an authentic patisserie that opened last year by a top pastry chef and his family. “If you stop into our store, it’s like a little slice of France without having to travel. Sometimes you come in and everyone is speaking French,” says co-owner Charlotte Dequeker, who notes that they have many French customers from around our area. “We want people to experience it with all the senses—smell, sight, taste.”

You can’t help but be tempted by the aroma of the baguettes and pastries, which come right from the oven into the glass-fronted cases. The kitchen is open to the store, so you can watch Raphaël Dequekey, a third-generation pastry chef, and his crew baking the croissants, brioche, cookies and piping macarons. Those macarons draw your eye with their colorful hues; they’re not all perfectly round, which reflects the fact that they were all handmade in house, possibly minutes ago. As for the taste—so delicious! The flaky, buttery pastries are heavenly.

Raphaël’s background in town is impressive— for eighteen years he served as the pastry chef at Valbella. But his training began decades ago in the Brittany region of France, when his pastry-chef father would wake him and his siblings at 3 a.m. to help with small chores for the bakery. He left home at age seventeen and went on to do a “Tour de France” of patisserie training, working with top chefs to master his

craft. His experience includes time with Alain Ducasse in Monaco and at Ladurée in Paris. He had long dreamed of following in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps by opening a bakery, and then, last year, the pandemic created the right conditions to achieve that goal.

Last March, Valbella closed for six weeks, and Raphaël asked management if he could use the kitchen to bake and then sell pastries in the parking lot on weekends. He started making croissants and Pain au Chocolat. “People loved it so much, they said, ‘oh, you need to open your own place,’” says Charlotte. The stars aligned when they found the perfect space on Mason Street and people willing to help them.

Now the whole Dequeker family is working together at Raphaël’s. Charlotte’s mom makes sandwiches every morning, and she and two of their sons work in the bakery while a third son, who lives out West, helps with marketing. And we can all enjoy the most authentic French pastries and bread. What to try? Two specialties you won’t find elsewhere: chouquettes (pronounced shoo-kets), small, light puffed pastries topped with coarse sugar that are a perfect pairing with the bakery’s Shearwater coffee, and kouign amann, croissant dough that’s twisted with extra butter and sugar and baked until it’s caramelized. The chocolate chip cookies are also sinfully good, as are the macarons. Most popular, says Charlotte, is the Napolean. And the bread is baked with imported Le Moline flour. Be sure to pick up a baguette or a Pain de Campagne while you’re there.

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ore than a salad spot, Sweetgreen makes it easy to eat green (simple, healthy, plantfocused meals) while living green (all that tasty produce is sourced locally). The company’s mission is to partner with small to midsized growers that are farming in a sustainable way. A chalkboard lists the current crops and which farms they’re from.

Pre-pandemic, Sweetgreen eateries in New York would be mobbed with people on lunch break, lining up to get these tasty salads and bowls. Now, like some New Yorkers, the healthy chain has come out to the ’burbs with a new location on Greenwich Avenue. It’s a large, light-filled dining room that will soon feature paintings by local artist Naomi Clark.

The seasonal menu changes regularly and varies from region to region. One of the current favorites is a crispy chicken salad with blackened chicken, pickles, assorted veggies, mixed greens and crispy rice with a remoulade dressing. There are plenty of vegan and vegetarian options (like the sweet potato green goddess) and house-made drinks such as the kale gingerade. You can order a warm bowl like the shroomami—a zingy Asian-flavored bowl with sesame tofu, veggies, greens, wild rice and, of course, mushrooms—or a signature salad or make your

own. Add to the meal with sides of rosemary focaccia or cashew pesto sweet potatoes.

To order as takeout, get the Sweetgreen app.

Sweetgreen has also teamed with Mike’s Organic, which has a similar focus of connecting people to local organic food, and launched an outpost at the Stamford market.

For those in Riverside and Old Greenwich, the Mike’s location is a little closer. Order by 11 a.m. and your Sweetgreen salad or bowl will be waiting for you on the shelf at the market, so you can grocery shop and then bring home a ready-made lunch. G

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Researching and planning your garden should be half the fun.

The internet is full of ideas for fairy gardens. Consider a trip to the library, online or in person, to pick up books on fairy gardening and flower fairies. The classic The Complete Book of the Flower Fairies is a collection of Cicely Mary Barkers beautifully illustrated flower fairy books that were published almost a century ago, yet they still evoke magic today.

outdoor terrarium. Once you have your location, wander the aisles of Sam Bridge Nursery, McArdle’s or Greenwich Botanical Center with your young gardeners for ideas.

Anything goes in a fairy garden, but keep scale in mind. Look for small plants that provide lots of shade and spots for the fairies to hide under.

PLANT SHOPPING Fairies like color, fragrance and taste. Some of my favorites to include: small ferns for their feathery leaves, particularly asparagus fern

The key to the project is involving children from the start.

Once you have a vision, tour your yard and ask your young helpers to determine where they would like to attract fairies. Depending on a child’s age, they could begin by drawing pictures of what the garden could look like and what sort of features the fairies would like you to include. Older children can create more detailed layouts.

ground cover like small leaf ivy and strawberry vine, because fairies do have a sweet tooth

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A fairy needs a few basics. Some fairy gardens feature small doors on trees for the fairies who live in them. Tiny bridges, trellises and tables can all be assembled from yard debris. Send kids on a scavenger hunt to collect acorns, small stones, pinecones, sticks and other yard items to use in your garden. Let them build rivers of stones, stick bridges and pinecone tables.

Remind everyone involved in the process that weather and neighborhood pets like cats and rabbits may find their way into the garden and disrupt things.

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Books and research will guide young gardeners in plant selection to determine what kind of fairies they would like to attract.

Inspiration is a click away on Pinterest when you enter “fairy garden.”

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Dust off your glue gun or wood glue to help with stick trellises and other more complicated items.

A fairy garden is always evolving, so each day children can come back with fresh ideas and new items to incorporate. Stones can be painted or polished.

herbs like elfin thyme, lavender and dwarf rosemary to give the garden a nice smell

If you are not feeling crafty, Etsy has plenty of pre-made tiny garden items for sale.

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succulents like chicks and hens and mini cactus flowering plants like miniature roses, violas and primroses

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colorful foliage like a polka-dot plant, which features pink and red leaves, and wood sorrel with its red clover appearance

After you’ve created the garden, consider adding a small mailbox or way to communicate with the fairies. Select a spot where your kids can leave notes or special presents, like wild strawberries.

(Fairies are known to leave a thank you note or gift in reply.)

moss that carpets the ground and makes an excellent roof for fairy houses shamrocks because with all those fairies in your garden you might just find a four-leaf clover

This past year has been an isolating and lonely time for many of us, and having a fairy in the yard can be comforting. A fairy

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BUILD AND REBUILD

WHAT IS A FAIRY GARDEN? A fairy garden brings magic right outside your doorstep.

Typically, only a few feet in size, this special section of your garden is filled with small plants and miniature items that invite fairies into your yard, along with the good luck they bring. Woodland fairies are clever at not being seen, but you can tell a fairy has moved in when you notice more birds singing, see flowers blooming, smell something sweet in the air—or find a tell-tale sign of glitter (pixie dust), a note or small trinket. (We’re looking at you Mom, Dad, neighbors and friends.) Creating a special place for the mystical creatures is entertainment for the whole family.

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fter more than a year of quarantine, many families here in Fairfield County and beyond are itching for a vacation. Remember those?

Rousing everybody before the sun comes up, wrangling the kids, the baggage, the nanny, the dog and your in-laws into the car(s) early enough to get a jump on everyone else who is trying to flee?

If you’re flying, you’ll need time to park and get to the

terminal. Don’t forget checking your bags and corralling the crew through TSA lines, past testy gatekeepers and onto germy jets.

Is that your tired kid screaming on the plane? Of course it is.

There is another way, one that’s become increasingly popular during Covid-19, reports David Zipkin, the founder and vicepresident of Tradewind Aviation, a private airline headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut.

Private aviation used to be the predilection of our millionaire neighbors. Not anymore.

According to aviation industry tracker WINGX, charter demand is at an all-time high. For short flights especially, family flying on a private jet is not only attractive, but also surprisingly comparably priced.

The cost of flying private depends on two things: the size of the plane and the amount of time spent in the air. Tradewind Aviation’s turbo-jets, for example, cost $4,295 per occupied hour.

That rate drops to $3,800 for frequent-flyers with a forty-hour

Even for Big Shots, Small Can Be Better The advantage of local airports

IS PRIVATE AVIATION RIGHT FOR YOU? card. The planes seat eight, or $475 per passenger on a full plane. Says Zipkin, “Sometimes two families get together and split the plane,” as do business travelers heading to the same destination, girlfriends on getaways, buddies attending bachelor parties, and the like.

There is no added cost for baggage, pets or parking, which can save hundreds of dollars per person. Passengers can bring their own food and drink without it being confiscated by security.

A flight from Westchester Airport to Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, the Berkshires or the Hamptons, for example, takes an hour, versus five or six hours by car and ferry. “Time is money,” Zipkin says. “You can drive right up to the airplane. The ground handlers assist with your luggage, and the valet parks the car.”

Zipkin and his brother Eric founded Tradewind Aviation in 2001, when the World Trade Center towers fell and the Zipkin brothers, who grew up in Bedford, NY, understood that

air travel was about to change drastically. New safety measures meant no more dashing through airport entrances and running to the gate. “We knew the Nantucket market very well. We bought one airplane and just built everything organically. There was a group of commuters who owned a home out there, but needed to get back to Stamford or whatever from Monday through Friday. They got together to share a charter. We have clients who leave the office at 5 p.m. and they’re in Nantucket by 6 p.m. and having dinner with their family.”

Now the Zipkins have twenty-four planes, with scheduled flights in addition to their charter service. Tradewind Aviation’s hub in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a popular launching pad for luxury island-hopping in the Caribbean. “Pre-Covid, we’d fly between twenty and thirty flights per day to St. Bart’s. There’s a higher cost to doing it well and doing it luxuriously, but for the folks who can afford it,” Zipkin says, “they just love it.” G

Just bringing the brood to Westchester Airport from many parts of Fairfield County might feel like a schlep, and that’s where private aviation becomes more attractive. Smaller planes can land in small airports. With enough notice, customers can reserve their own turbo-prop for Stratford, New Haven, Danbury, Oxford or other small airports, and Tradewind Aviation will have one waiting there at no extra cost.

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fixing and updating when you were home 24/7, but it was also a time to dream big. So, we talked to experts about how people are investing in their surroundings and learned about some of the ultimate in home upgrades now that we can finally open our doors to friends again.

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Our desire to commune with nature has reached an all-time high. Studies have found that taking in natural light and beautiful scenery reduces stress and improves well-being, even boosting our immune systems.

A conservatory affords these perks year-round.

“People want to feel like they’re out in nature and enjoying their yard, even if it’s the middle of winter,” says Charles Hilton, AIA, who says that glazed rooms have been high on homeowners’ wish lists. He created a light-filled office—such a soothing spot to work—and sitting room, which looks out onto a boxwood-framed terrace with a center fountain and a pond and stream beyond.

To create a similar space, these are things to consider: You need top-quality windows and doors, ideally insulated with two or three layers of glass and a low-e (low-emission) coating that lets in sunlight but minimizes solar heat gain in the summer months.

It’s important for a glassed-in room to have its own HVAC zone, because it will lose and gain heat differently than other rooms in the home. Solar shades are a must for controlling sunlight and privacy. In this space, the shades are remote controlled, and the ceiling shades retract into a concealed soffit around the perimeter. Choose shades that you can see through, and then even when you want less sun, you can still soak up the view.

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DESTRESS & DETOX SBP HOMES sbphomes.com It’s no secret that people enjoyed cocktail hour with more gusto over the past year. When you have no commute, there’s more time to mix a margarita or martini. This trend has staying power as people have been adding bars into their homes, says Doron Sabag of SBP Homes, in living rooms and finished basements.

However, in our health-conscious age, Doron says, there’s also an increase in home spas and infrared saunas. “As people drink more, they feel they need to detox,” he says. Infrared saunas promise many benefits. “Apparently they detox, increase metabolism, keep your skin healthy, make you happy.

Why not have one?” For one client he’s building a family spa room with a sauna, steam unit and soaking tub with outdoor access to a porch with a heated floor. “It’s the most glamorous spa we’ve ever done.”

above: Chilling out at home has fresh appeal when you have a room like this, outfitted with a well-equipped, built-in bar and pool table.

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A functional yet decorative fence and gate can keep him safe on your property while also adding overall security.

“People have been moving up from the city and buying houses; after a few weeks they decide they’re never going back.

They’re used to security, and that has predicated more fencing and gates,” says Don Gore of Grand Entrance Gates. “Pets are driving some of the work. It’s about keeping animals in and safe and predators out.” (See the NextDoor app for an album’s worth of bobcats, coyotes and more.)

At one Greenwich home, Grand Entrance created a special dog run that adds to the landscape, with its bronze railing on top, while also giving the pup room to roam. The company installs a wide range of classic and modern style fencing and gates as well as custom stone walls, outdoor fireplace and patios—all enhancing outdoor living. “Now that family can open the door, let the dog out and not worry about a thing.” » MAY 2021 GREENWICH

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After stretching the limits of the normal outdoor dining season, many people realized that they’d love to take more advantage of their outside spaces even in the coldest month. Outdoor living was already a huge focus before the pandemic, and now builders and architects are turning up the heat on patio and pergola designs.

“We did a terrific outdoor patio recently where we put in a glass cathedral roof across the whole terrace,” says Doug Vanderhorn of Vanderhorn Architects (think JHouse’s outside dining area).

There’s a fireplace, and electric heaters are built into that glass roof, so they can use the space yearround. This type of built-in heating—strips that aim the warm air down onto the area—keep things much toastier than the big heat lamps, and it’s unobtrusive in the warmer months.

“People are looking for a little more luxury at home, and we’re seeing a strong desire to create well-appointed outdoor living spaces and entertaining areas.”

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More homeowners have been taking the plunge into installing pools. “People are looking for a little more luxury at home, and we’re seeing a desire to create well-appointed outdoor living spaces and entertaining areas,” says John DeFeo, PLA, director of design services at Shoreline Pools.

The company creates custom pools, and the trend is toward making them useable yeararound with built-in spas and fire and heating features. Automatic pool covers have also become popular, not only because of the safety benefits but they also help maintain pool temps during fringe seasons and in the evening.

“High-end pool and outdoor living design uses topography, sun patterns, architecture and landscape as inspiration,” says John. His team works closely with clients to design something perfectly suited to how the family plans to enjoy the pool. They can layer in fun elements such as lounge spaces, sun shelves and water features with vanishing or wet edges, ensuring that everybody’s into the pool.

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CARDELLO ARCHITECTS & SMALLBONE

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The bar has truly been raised on at-home happy hour. Cocktail culture has become even more of a thing, and now you’ll find mini fridges in closets, whole closets turned into bars and exceptional wine rooms. In a new home in Greenwich, Robert Cardello of Cardello Architects designed a wine cellar and entertaining space for a Bordeaux buff. The wine room has a big farm table in the center and a working fireplace. Around the perimeter a glass wall separates the refrigerated wine from the entertaining space.

“He goes down there to hang out with friends, drink and relax. It’s such a comfortable place to spend time,” says Robert of his client. There’s just enough space to walk in and access the bottles, which are on display all around the room and kept at the perfect temperature behind the glass. And the décor: “It’s like you stepped into an old Italian winery.”

Smallbone also creates one-of-a-kind wine rooms, such as this wine and cigar lounge (above) in a New York City home.

It’s outfitted with ebonized black walnut furniture and museum-glass display cabinets with picture-frame interior-lit shelving. The essential full-service bar has a hidden icemaker, dishwasher, cold drawers and a hammered pewter bar sink, all built into an antiqued brown granite countertop. A wall expertly clad in stone supports a hidden mirror flat-screen TV, and the clients commissioned a custom Veuve Clicquot cigar humidor. A quiet night in has never looked this good. » MAY 2021 GREENWICH

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This chic office shed with built-ins from California Closets serves as a work “oasis” for lifestyle blogger Erin Hiemstra. She also uses the 10-by-10 backyard retreat as a place to do yoga.

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GAME ON! FULL SWING GOLF fullswinggolf.com Peleton and The Mirror may have been the most talked-about home-fitness obsessions, but for some, a coveted way to stay active at home is to install a golf simulator. To have the right set-up for a simulator, you need some space: ten-foot ceilings to be precise. One system that architects recommend is called Full Swing, a simulator that’s installed in the homes of PGA tour champions including Tiger Woods. It uses infrared lightwave technology combined with high-speed cameras for the most realistic ball tracking, and you can even opt for a surface called Virtual Green that lets you putt. But you’ll need plenty of green’s fees saved to purchase one, as they start at $40,000.

CALIFORNIA CLOSETS

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The shift to work-at-home life made organizing and setting up an office space a high priority for many of us. “Everyone evolved to saying the kitchen table is not going to cut it,” says Jill LaRue, SVP, chief merchandising officer at California Closets, who adds that the out-of-necessity home office became the company’s biggest growth area last year.

“When you have disorganized spaces, it’s hard to start and end your day, particularly when your day is twenty-four hours at home.” Architects also observed the workspace trend. “Home offices are a big deal—with people spending more money on better sound systems, power operated shades, large televisions where they may be doing Zoom calls,” says Doug Vanderhorn of Vanderhorn Architects.

Some people quickly turned spare rooms into offices, and California Closets has a system to equip those spaces with wall beds, so they can still double as a guest room when needed. For any home office, ergonomic design is key; and Jill says their designers are trained to set up the best positioning for your desk chair, drawer space and computer monitor.

She notes that some home desks were created more for light use, like bill paying, not for full days at work, so people may need to upgrade. Those fortunate to have outbuildings on their property have been transforming them into creative work and craft spaces and She-Shed-style offices (see photo). It’s a real luxury to be able to head to an on-site studio and tell the rest of the family, “Ok, I’m off to my own space now.”

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OFFICE SPACE (ELEVATED)

above: In this meditation room, the artisan Smallbone open wall array was finished in ultra-fine flat soft-white lacquer and centered around the ancient sun sign.

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SERENITY NOW SMALLBONE smallbone.co.uk Stress relief and a sense of calm are needed more than ever, and people are turning to meditation. Still, it’s hard to carve out space and time to make the practice a habit. That’s where a meditation zone comes in. Smallbone was recently hired to “master the art of Zen” and design a meditation and reading room for a client. “A holistic approach was essential to bring together the purest of elements, skillfully blended into a serene palette,” says David Trainer, senior designer at Smallbone. The open wall was centered around the ancient sun sign, bringing energy to the center of the space; Feng Shui and numerology were applied to the wallscape to assure a flow of Chi energy. There’s a chaise lounge for relaxing and reading and a desk for writing and journaling. Softly diffused, concealed lighting and healing crystals from the client’s collection combine for seriously good vibes.

UPGRADE MAISON HAVEN 11 STYLE

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MASON HAVEN: JULIA D’AGOSTINO

They say a good day starts with a great outfit. No wonder we were in the dumps for so long when, on top of everything else, sweatpants became our go-to. It’s high time to get dressed again and to overhaul our closets and wardrobes. If that task seems too daunting, call on Maison Haven, a team that will edit your clothes, refresh your rooms, clean out clutter and devise organizing systems so attractive that you’ll be motivated to keep them that way. While the firm was recently focused on kitchens and pantries (all those Costco panic purchases), they’re seeing a shift back to closets.

“Your closet should be an inspiring place to start every day.

There’s no reason to wear something that doesn’t make you feel like a million bucks,” says Corrie Jackson, co-founder of Maison Haven. “You don’t want a closet full of one-hit wonders.”

Whether they’re working on one closet or the whole house (they do kids rooms, family rooms and offices, too), they will discuss your needs, take photos and measurements, and create a plan that includes mood boards for products that work with your design and color palette.

The best part: You don’t have to lift a finger. The team has occasionally had vacation-bound clients hand them the keys and let them work their magic. Prefer a more DIY approach? Try Haven in a Box, the kit gives you everything you need: a glossy bible of tips, tricks and step-by-step info; curated products (think chic acrylic hanging dividers); tutorials on creating a shoe well, how to file, fold and other organizing essentials. » MAY 2021 GREENWICH

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TheGoodLife ||| HOME DECOR

House Dressing We love where we live, but decorating our homes can often feel like a challenge. These stores are here to help by megan gagnon

above: Serena and Lily’s inviting spaces include a mix of classic furniture lines with relaxed finishes and natural texture

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LOCATION, LOCATION SERENA & LILY serenaandlily.com

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ost customers who visit Serena & Lily’s Westport flagship admit to wanting to move in. We don’t blame them, having experienced the magic that comes from seeing the coastal California line merchandised in an actual home. The historic KemperGunn house, an 1889-built Queen Anne Victorian, provides the ideal setting for the brand’s variety of offerings, with complete rooms styled from rugs on the floor to lighting on the ceiling. Utilize the work room—where you can browse a wall of textile swatches—with your own designer or an advisor on staff. Or get inspired by any number of spaces, like the third-floor setup, which includes a dreamy kids’ installation.

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BROWNE & CO.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: BEEHIVE BY BROOKE ALLISON; THE LINEN SHOP BY KYLE NORTON; ELEISH VAN BREEMS HOME BY NEIL LANDINO; ALL OTHER IMAGES COURTESY OF STORES

There’s always something that smells good at Darien’s Browne & Co. Is it the Lafco candles, or perhaps the freshly baked cookies that line the bakery case at the back of the store?

Chances are, it’s probably both, and owner and caterer Diane Browne was wise to combine a retail space with her popular café. Even if you only came to grab lunch, you have to make it past the tables and shelves filled with decor finds and women’s accessories without something catching your eye (no easy feat).

If you really want to do it right, order ahead for your next holiday meal or dinner party and then pick out new platters, bowls and napkins to serve them with.

IT PERSONAL 13 MAKE THE LINEN SHOP

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A downtown mainstay on Elm Street in New Canaan, The Linen Shop is like the luxury boutique version of Bed, Bath & Beyond. And by beyond, we’re talking everything from monogrammed tissue-box covers to tabletop treasures for every entertaining opportunity. When it comes to bed-making, bathroom-stocking and table-setting, the options are endless, with a variety of colors and prints to choose from.

Let the knowledgeable staff help you coordinate your finds or create the ultimate wedding registry.

SWEDE HOME 16 HOME ELEISH VAN BREEMS HOME

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Head to the Westport train station, not to catch a ride to New York, but to escape into the Scandinavian world that Rhonda Eleish and Edie Van Breems have created just steps from the tracks. Eleish Van Breems Home is the culmination of a decadeslong friendship and design business built around Swedish antiques. The store includes their mid-century discoveries alongside unique pieces like Rolf painted candlesticks, whimsical items for kids and chic pet accessories from Max Bone.

Everything in their edit reflects a refreshing aesthetic: a mix of furniture with history and modern touches from skilled artisans.

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BEEHIVE

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The danger with a shop like the Beehive is that you go in with the intention of buying a gift for someone else and end up leaving with five things for yourself. You spot the doormat you didn’t know you needed, eye some pillows your couch has been missing, and grab the candle that promises to make your house smell as good as the store—all before you get to the table stacked with serveware that you came in to see. Create your own vignette at home with furniture and accessories purchased on site, or hire owners Sandra Halstead and Lesley Collins to bring their design expertise to your home project or renovation, large or small.

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BLEND 18 HOUSE THE DRAWING ROOM

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There’s a surprise around every corner of The Drawing Room in Cos Cob. Start in the retail space, where styled books and decor sit on antique furniture and lead to other home finds, jewelry and gifts (don’t forget to grab a cheeky card).

Tucked behind the store, you can find inspiration in the art gallery, featuring pieces from local, national and international artists. Beyond the exhibition space, you’ll get a peek into the cafe, where guests nibble on tea sandwiches and freshly baked treats. All three buildings reflect the passions of husband and wife team Kenleigh and Michael Larock. Let them help with decorating needs, provide art consultation services or cater your next party.

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EXTRA, EXTRA

THE TAILORED HOME

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The world of Jhon Ortiz and partner Scott Falciglia is a maximalist’s dream come true. With their business, The Tailored Home, the two visionaries execute projects marked by their use of saturated color, statement lighting and bold printed upholstery. In their showrooms, furniture fantasies become reality, custom pieces are imagined, and vintage finds are revived and given a modern makeover. As for finishing touches, look to their window treatments or an array of styling accessories to add yet another layer of personality. See them for yourself in Greenwich, or stop by their brand-new Westport location.

ESCAPE 20 GREAT BUNGALOW

Not all of us can travel the world, scouring antiques shops and flea markets for one-of-a-kind treasures. But we’re happy to have Wende Cohen do the digging, filling a shipping container with European finds season after season, and then sharing her loot at her Westport store. Give yourself some time if you plan on making a stop at Bungalow; the gorgeous space deserves your undivided attention, and you’ll want to take in every styled corner. But be warned: while the selection of furniture and home accessories is fabulous, there is an equally tempting rotation of jewelry that is hard to resist.

HUNTING 19 GO THE COLLECTIVE

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Sometimes, something old is better than something new. And as local antiques lovers know, Stamford’s South End is a gold mine for pieces with history. At The Collective, designer Pamela Frisoli (you know her from her Cos Cob store, Trovare Home) teamed up with antiquarians Robert and Karen DeFalco to create a unique shopping experience. Against a backdrop of the bright white 13,000-square-foot space, dealers style their curated booths into vignettes that show off their furniture and vintage accessories, like pairs of mid-century chairs and 19-century oil paintings. Chances are you’ll run into interior designers sourcing for their own projects, a sign that you’re in the right spot.

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MIX MASTER HABITAT GREENWICH habitatgreenwich.com

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im Caravella is all about layering and texture. It’s the signature style that she’s honed over a long interior-design career, and visitors get a glimpse of her work every time they pop into her Cos Cob store, habitatgreenwich. There are sprinkles of color throughout the store, but most of the goods show off a master class in mixing neutrals; the metallic finish of an antique French mirror over a woven basket of hand-looped alpaca pillows, an oversized rattan pendant illuminating rustic thrown pottery and original artwork. Need a housewarming gift? Consider adding an orchid to her selection of vintage stone pots or opt for a purchase that gives back to local nonprofits, a priority for the community-minded Caravella. »

There is always unique artwork on display at Habitat Greenwich

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TheGoodLife ||| GETAWAYS

Escape Artists From your own backyard to a Wyoming ranch, electric bikes to private jets—where and how to escape this summer by jill johnson mann

above: Hinckley Yachts’ Talaria 43 sets the scene for a summer of great memories as a family. Retractable windows and a half door provide open space between cockpit and galley.

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or months we had to put our travel plans on hold. Even now, as we work our way through vaccine lines, we remain hesitant about heading off to destinations with pre-pandemic reckless abandon. We’re sticking closer to home or looking for off-thebeaten path getaways. We sought out extraordinary “escapes” that make the most of living well here. We found ways to get out on the water, soar into the blue skies or travel by engine power or actual horse power for when we just need to get away from it all. Save the travel agent traps—we’re talking easy, fun and refreshing friends and family time.

BITTERROOT RANCH

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Astride sturdy steeds in the unspoiled mountainous wilderness of Wyoming, riders enjoy several advantages during a pandemic: They are out in the fresh air and naturally maintain six feet between fellow equestrians. For these reasons (and maybe because it’s one place everyone should visit in this lifetime) Bitterroot Ranch remained open in 2020. They expect a full season again this year, from May 23 to October 1, including two yoga and riding retreats (July 11–18 and August 23–30).

Bitterroot is neither a hokey dude ranch nor an over-the-top luxe one where the focus is more on thread count than a good gallop. It is the real deal, catering to beginner and expert riders alike and even offering English saddles and a cross-country course for those who prefer jumping to roping. You will not find yourself plodding along on a lazy nag here. Bitterroot boasts fit, eager and astoundingly sure-footed horses, along with breathtaking views in every direction on its 1,300 acres and beyond to the Shoshone National Forest and a 52,000-acre game and fish wildlife refuge. This escape is quite literally in the middle of nowhere. A private airport is forty minutes away; Jackson is two hours. A one-week stay is $2,750 per person ($1,750 non-rider/fly fisherman); half a week runs $1,750 ($1,100 non-rider). The yoga retreat is $3,000/week.

Cuisine—healthy and delicious—is included.

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RIDE OF A LIFETIME

24-26 BOAT ESCAPES HINCKLEY YACHTS

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NOT YOUR FATHER’S SUV

LAND ROVER DEFENDER

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In keeping with the survivalist theme of the era we live in, you don’t want to be driving a wimpy car.

The Land Rover Defender won Motortrend’s 2021 SUV of the Year. This rugged vehicle is ready for anything—off road or on. “The Defender is refined.

It’s quite luxurious but, unlike many SUVs, it’s a proper off-roader and incredibly capable on the road,” says Nick Hilton at Land Rover Darien. “It’s quite square. People like boxy designs; it reminds them of vehicles of old, but it doesn’t drive like one.”

Add an Adventure Pack (because who doesn’t need an adventure about now?) for accessories like a side-mounted gear carrier to store dirty or wet items, portable rinse system to wash the mud off your bike or your boots, and an integrated air compressor to inflate the tires or an airbed. Land Rover’s Defender 90 X-Dynamic is available now, and the V8 model will arrive this summer. Prices range from about $50,000 to $100,000.

tailored to perfection With the glistening Long Island Sound nearby, a private boat escape is a no-brainer for summer. To buy the yacht of your dreams, visit Hinckley Yachts in Stamford. All Hinckley boats are custom-built in Maine, where the company builds only thirty boats per year.

They run from thirty-two to fifty-five feet, with forty-three feet being the most popular (pictured below). The Stamford location also offers service, a marina and summer/winter storage.

CAREFREE BOAT CLUB

carefreeboats.com join the club Prefer all the joys of boating without the responsibility of ownership? Join Carefree Boat Club and your membership buys you access to top-of-the-line boats across the U.S. and Canada, as well as training by licensed captains. A boat with a cabin is available for overnight trips.

Refueling, cleaning and covering the boat are hassles members kiss goodbye. It has two Fairfield County locations: Stamford’s Harbor Point and in Westport (below, Sea Witch). See the available fleet at either local website.

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SOUNDWATERS

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majesty on the high seas For an unforgettable outing, charter the SoundWaters, an eightyfoot schooner modeled after a Chesapeake Bay sharpie. Enjoy a Long Island Sound sunset, while giant sails guide you away from to-do lists. It carries forty passengers, and charter reservations are open through September. The decks accommodate wheelchairs. Children must be five years or older and accompanied by an adult. A twohour private sail is $2,000. Longer voyages are available.

Email schooner@ soundwaters.org or call 203-406-3319.

PILOT PROGRAM

PERFORMANCE FLIGHT

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If you’re looking to make great escapes a way of life, learn to fly your own plane. Performance Flight, the sister company to Custom Jet Charters (see #31), is a world-renowned flight school, based at Westchester Airport. “I started with the flight school,” says owner and Westporter Lewis Liebert, who manages a fleet of forty-three aircraft. “That’s what I’m passionate about.” The school’s Next Generation Training Platform and new Cirrus planes are state of the art, and Liebert hires only “the most talented instructors.” In sixty to seventy hours (forty is the legal minimum) and for $60,000, a pilot’s license can be yours. Looking for ways to help your flighty teen escape? Youth train at Performance Flight as well. They can fly solo at sixteen and acquire a license at age seventeen. »

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FOUR COLUMNS

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28-29 TWO-WHEELIN’ DANNY’S CYCLES

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Bikes were in huge demand last year, so start your bike escape plan by getting your name on the waitlist for the model you want! Electric or “e-bikes” are all the rage. Craig at Danny’s Cycles in North Stamford (there’s also a location in Darien) explains how they work: “An e-bike takes your speed and doubles it or quadruples it. If you generate 100 watts, it pushes out 200 watts. You can choose to ride with it completely off or on economy, sport or turbo mode.”

The e-bike boost enables you to cover more distance in a shorter time frame, see more beautiful Connecticut scenery, and break as much of a sweat as you want. It’s perfect if you have a spouse who likes to cruise while you are going for the wicked burn. E-road bikes run $5,000 and up; the Specialized’s Turbo Creo is a favorite. Electric mountain bikes are also a blast; check out the Turbo Levo ($6,500 and up).

SOUND CYCLISTS

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Where to ride? Craig at Danny’s Cycles recommends the fifty-mile ride from North Stamford to Titicus Reservoir in North Salem, New York, or “a good 100 miles from Kent up to Salisbury on old-school farming roads.” He also suggests joining Sound Cyclists Bicycle Club. For a mere $35 annual family membership, you and your peeps can enjoy a variety of guided rides, for all levels, on road and off.

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CUSTOM JET CHARTERS

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“I don’t normally do this, but you understand, I don’t want to fly with everyone!” Westport resident and Custom Jet Charters’ owner Lewis Liebert heard this a lot in the past year. Private aviation is no longer only about comfort and efficiency, but also steering clear of airport and airplane germs. But like going from coach to first class, it’s tough to turn back once you’ve experienced the high life. “I flew commercially to Sonoma with a group of friends. It took us sixteen hours door-to-door,” says Liebert.

“Privately it would have been seven.” Whisking your sweetheart away to the Point at Saranac Lake in an hour, rather than spending five times that in a car, is tempting—and romantic. “I had one client who was having trouble getting a girl to go on a date with him. He told her, ‘C’mon, let’s go get lobster for dinner.’ She replied, ‘I only like fresh lobster.’ So he flew her up to Maine!”

With fewer commercial flights, chartered flights are attractive for remote, fabulous locales, such as Blackberry Farm, Tennessee; the hills of North Carolina; Nantucket; Jackson Hole or Bitterroot Ranch in Wyoming. A trip to Nantucket is $3,500 to $4,000 each way, for six to eight passengers. Throw a copy of Emily Liebert’s novel Pretty Revenge in your beach bag (she happens to be Lewis’s wife). greenwichmag.com

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CARITAS ISLAND

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If you are looking to make escaping permanent, your own private island in Wallock’s Point, Stamford, should do the trick. The four-acre Caritas Island, also known as Greenway Island, was once owned by J.P. Morgan’s great-grandson and boasts a 17,000-square-foot Englishstyle manor, several guest houses, private beaches, a tennis court and a fifty-five-foot lap pool.

The estate can be reached from the mainland via a gated, private bridge, which is a short drive from Shippan. Should arriving by car to your island feel a bit pedestrian, there is always the helipad or the 200-foot-deep dock for your yacht. This private island is yours for $14.5 million.

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Four Columns, situated in gorgeous Newfane, Vermont, is an easy 2.5-hour drive from Fairfield County. The fifteen-room historic inn was restored

by Delamar owner and Greenwich resident Charles Mallory. Consulting with Delamar’s Executive Chef Frederic Kieffer, Mallory created a winning combination—an authentic New England inn and locally sourced cuisine at its Artisan Restaurant, Tavern and Garden. Dining continued outdoors last summer, overlooking the inn’s beautiful gardens, and the restaurant will open again before Memorial Day weekend. The 138-acre property boasts its own 2.5-mile hiking trail, an outdoor pool, gym, spa and a separate four-bedroom house. It is feasible to rent out the entire inn as well as the house, and Four Columns can accommodate a 150-person tented wedding. Whether planning a couple’s getaway or a larger gathering, guests should check its website for updates on Vermont’s Covid restrictions. Rooms range from $185 to $345. The house is $550 (midweek) to $600 (weekends) and sleeps nine.

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GOLD—OR SILVER—MINE

THE INN AT GRAYBARNS

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Skip the traveling altogether and escape down the road to a hidden gem right here on the Silvermine River. The Inn at GrayBarns boasts six gorgeous king suites with living rooms and luxurious full baths, designed to tie in the natural environment with reclaimed wood and wide-board oak floors. The antique feel of the post-and-beam inn is complemented by all the contemporary comforts for a restorative getaway. Each suite is different—opt for a balcony or for a lower-level suite leading out to a pond. Even better, rent the whole inn for a friend or family reunion after this isolating year. A complimentary breakfast is delivered to your door (replacing the usual buffet) and the Tavern at GrayBarns offers indoor and outdoor seating (following reduced capacity guidelines). The Inn at GrayBarns, owned by the Glazer family of Norwalk, is situated a mile from Silvermine Arts Center, 3.5 miles to The Glass House (tours of architect Philip Johnson’s jewel are ongoing) and 5 miles from New Canaan’s 300-acre Waveny Park. Rooms run $750 (midweek) to $900 (weekend). Escape for even one night—no minimum stay is required.

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QUICK ESCAPE

VELUXITY EXOTIC CAR RENTAL

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If you don’t want to get on a plane but still want to feel like you’re flying, Veluxity Exotic Car Rental will deliver your dream car right to your door. “Our Lamborghini Huracan Spyder is fully optioned with carbon fiber racing seats. It’s akin to a slingshot on acceleration and a blast to drive on Connecticut backroads,” says Veluxity owner Ron Petruska. Want something roomier? How about Lamborghini’s Urus SUV, which combines the comfort of a luxury SUV with the power of a twin turbo V8 supercar. “The Urus is actually faster to sixty than our Ferrari,” says Petruska.

Looking to cruise Connecticut’s coastal towns? The fourseater Rolls Royce Dawn convertible will clear your head of any pent-up pandemic anxiety. An exotic car also makes a memorable gift. “A client surprised her husband with our Ferrari 488 GTB. They led an elaborate scavenger hunt that led him, blindfolded, to our warehouse in Mount Kisco. She had a Happy Birthday banner for him, and he was in tears when he realized the Ferrari was his for the day! They then unleashed it on the winding roads of Bear Mountain.” Prices range from $1,600 to $1,800 per day.

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RELAIS & CHATEAUX RETREAT

WINVIAN FARM

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WESTPORT ESCAPE

If you want to feel like you’ve stepped out of reality and into a magical land, Winvian Farm (at right, below) in Litchfield County is the escape for you. With eighteen private cottages spread across 113 acres, social distancing is a given. “Seedto-fork” Five-Diamond fine dining (indoors, outdoors or in-cottage) and a luxury spa assure you will feel pampered, while at the same time enjoying the remote tranquility of your unique rustic-chic lodgings. With each whimsical cottage designed by different renowned architects, we can promise you’ve never been anywhere like this. “Beaver House,” “Log Cabin” and “Treehouse” are a few of the most secluded cottages (but there is zero chance of being disturbed by your neighbors in any of them).

“With travelers seeking closer-to-home getaways, Winvian Farm is an ideal relaxing retreat,” says Maggie Smith, Winvian proprietor and longtime Greenwich resident.

“Our location is roughly an hour from most Fairfield County towns. Our pool is an oasis during warmer months, and each accommodation comes with two mountain bikes, so guests can explore the beauty of the Litchfield Hills and take in the fresh country air.” Winvian has a dedicated Covid-19 program in place called “Pure Winvian” (details are on the website). Rates range from $799 to $1,399/night.

There is a two-night minimum on weekends. If you rent the whole place, you can bring along fifty lucky friends.

SEAGRAM’S CREEK

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This thirteen-acre estate (at right, top) comes equipped with a helicopter landing zone on the lawn, but once ensconced here, you may never want to leave. Architect Michael Greenberg began with a nineteenth-century chestnut barn, transported from Nichol’s Farm in Weston, and created a post-andbeam design that hearkens back to simpler times while simultaneously feeling exquisitely modern.

A dining room rich in reclaimed chestnut and oak features a fireplace of native stone (one of six in the home) that begs diners to relish leisurely meals in front of its crackling warmth. Covered porches invite songbird and butterfly watching. The pool and tennis court rival a resort, so why go to one?

A vegetable garden takes residents a step closer to self- sufficiency. Pair it with a wine cellar and several major food groups are covered.

A gym awaits should the weather not be agreeable for a trail walk to the gentle Aspetuck River. A separate 10,000-square-foot office means commuting is a thing of the past. »

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above: With walking trails and large open fields, a dog park and historic mansion, there’s always something new to see in New Canaan’s Waveny Park.

Playgrounds For All Ages

Effortless ways to keep you happy and entertained all summer long

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eeping our minds, bodies and souls healthy is what it’s all about these days. During the past year we’ve connected with nature and found some of the best local services to keep us safe and happy. Now, we definitely need some new places to visit. From sailing lessons to curbside pickup at our

favorite markets, it’s all right here in our fab little towns. There’s always something new to do, which is why it’s so easy to live, work and play in Fairfield County. We’re happy to share some of our favorite local outings so that we can continue to stay happy, healthy and connected.

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MELANI LUST

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THE NEW CANAAN LAND TRUST

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MIANUS RIVER PARK

friendsofmianusriverpark.org Chances are your step counts rise with the warmer weather. But you may be tired of the same routes and scenery from all those quarantine strolls. So you’ll definitely want to explore some new territory. Two of our favorite spots are just a short car ride away.

The New Canaan Land Trust spans 392 acres and has over six miles of trails to hike. For a walk in the woods, Waveny and Irwin parks, also in New Canaan, have shady and sunny paths to explore and lots of open grassy areas for a family picnic.

Mianus River Park is also a picturesque nature reserve situated on the Greenwich/Stamford border with expansive trails. And the best part is that these locations welcome leashed pups.

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WINSLOW GRASS ISLAND ROWAYTON DOG PARK SPENCER’S RUN Speaking of furry friends, there are lots of safe places for your dog to get exercise and socialize with their counterparts in the fourlegged community. Winslow dog park on Compo Road in Westport boasts the town’s largest off-leash area, and Grass Island dog park in Greenwich has two separate fenced-in areas for small and larger dogs, running water and bowls and even a baby pool for a rinse after playtime. The Rowayton dog park, on Highland Avenue will re-open on June 5. Spencer’s Run in New Canaan, located inside Waveny Park, is large and fencedin (one-and-a-half acres) but is only accessible to residents who have registered their dogs with the town and have a code to enter.

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Longshore Sailing School in Westport offers lessons for all ages.

SMOOTH SAILING

SOUND SAILING CENTER

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YMCA

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SOUND WATERS

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LONGSHORE SAILING SCHOOL

longshoresailingschool.com

GREENWICH COMMUNITY SAILING

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Living along the Gold Coast means you better love living life on the water. Make sure to check into the Sound Sailing Center at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk for stellar sailing lessons for children and adults, as well as summer camps. The YMCA in Darien also has a youth sailing program, and Sound Waters in Stamford has kayaks and paddle boards available for rent. It also offer private and public schooner sails all summer long, where passengers can relax and enjoy the beauty of the sun setting on Long Island Sound. Longshore Sailing School in Westport is open to the public and offers season passes for kayaks and paddle boards. Greenwich Community Sailing has residents-only junior and adult learn-to-sail programs, offers rentals and hosts private events. » MAY 2021 GREENWICH

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THE NEW CANAAN RACQUET CLUB ncrctennis.com THE GREENWICH RACQUET CLUB greenwichracquetclub.com ROWAYTON TENNIS ASSOCIATION rowaytontennis.org KINGS HIGHWAY TENNIS CLUB kingshwytennis.com THE WESTPORT TENNIS CLUB westporttennisclub.com

Playing tennis is one of the lowest-risk Covid sporting activities. The New Canaan Racquet Club provides programs ranging from beginners to competitive pros and even offers a free thirty-minute lesson for those still on the fence. Darien and New Canaan also offer lessons through their town recreation departments, and Rowayton Tennis Association and Kings Highway Tennis Club have members-only and summer-camp programs available. The Greenwich Racquet Club and The Westport Tennis Club both offer clinics, parties and yearround programs for those who love to swing.

Local photographer Melani Lust hits the court.

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THE CONNECTICUT AUDUBON SOCIETY

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DARIEN NATURE CENTER

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NEW CANAAN

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“The Griff” offers lessons and camps.

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The Stamford Museum and Nature Center is home to Heckscher Farm, where animal lovers are welcome to drop by and say hello all year long. The property also contains over eighty acres of nature trails as well as the Stamford Museum Galleries, which showcases various rotating exhibits.

Darien and New Canaan also have nature centers with extensive outdoor spaces to explore, and in Darien, a collection of live animals can be seen as well.

All three nature centers have playgrounds where kids can run, climb and get the ants out of their pants. The Connecticut Audubon Society in Fairfield runs year-round programs for children to learn about animals and explore the outdoors.

It also offers guided nature walks.

NORWALK COVE MARINA MINI GOLF norwalkcove.com/mini-golf STERLING FARMS sterlingfarmsgc.com STAMFORD AND OAK HILLS oakhillsgc.com FAIRCHILD WHEELER fairchildwheelergolf.com GRIFFITH E. HARRIS thegriffgolf.org Norwalk Cove Marina Mini Golf has an 18-hole course that challenges players like the pros.

To make it even more appealing, visitors can hone their skills while enjoying the scenic water views. For those looking to up their game, Sterling Farms is a public golf course in Stamford and Oak Hills is another in Norwalk. Griffith E. Harris in Greenwich is an 18-hole par 71 public golf course, and Fairchild Wheeler (aka “The Wheel”) opens to the public on May 15. All courses offer lessons for adults and children, with golf camps running throughout the summer. greenwichmag.com

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JACEK DOLATA; PHOTO COURTESY OF METROPOLITAN GOLF ASSOCIATION; STAMFORD MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER BY ALI GRAY

THE STAMFORD MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER

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CURBSIDE CONVENIENCE

WALTER STEWART’S

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BALDUCCI’S

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PALMER’S MARKET

palmersdarien.com

KINDRED SPIRITS & WINE

kindredspiritsandwine.com

SIPSTIRS

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GRAPEVINE

thegrapevinect.com If there’s one thing we hope never goes away, it’s curbside service from some of our local grocery stores. Luckily for us, both Walter Stewart’s in New Canaan and in Darien offer online ordering with options for both delivery and curbside pickup. Balducci’s in Greenwich offers delivery through Instacart. Hungry and thirsty?

The Grapevine in Westport, Kindred Spirits & Wine in Fairfield and Sipstirs in Darien all have an amazing assortment, and they deliver now, too. »

GARVIN BURKE; VENERA ALEXANDROVA

Sipstirs in Darien

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FAIRFIELD fairfieldfarmersmarket.org WESTPORT westportfarmersmarket.com NEW CANAAN newcanaanfarmersmarket.com GREENWICH greenwichfarmersmarketct.com

Supporting our local farmers is where it’s at. The Westport Farmers Market opens May 13, and runs through November 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Thursday, with a stellar selection of goods. The Fairfield Farmers Market, conveniently located on the Post Road, is open every Sunday from June through October and hosts nearly twenty local farms and food producers. New Canaan has a farmers market, too, with numerous fresh vendors and is open every Saturday, also beginning in June, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Center School Lot. Greenwich Farmers Market is held at the Commuter Parking Lot off of Arch Street and Horseneck Lane is open on Saturdays.

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UNDER THE SEA THE MARITIME AQUARIUM maritimeaquarium.org The Maritime Aquarium maritimeaquarium.org in Norwalk has seventy-five live exhibits and features 300 species of over 2,700 marine animals. From touch tanks to seal shows, this aquamarine adventure has something to offer for everyone. The recently added 4D theater gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy a next level movie experience with effects like bubbles, wind, mists, smells and more. The aquarium also offers year-round public and private charters on its research vessel, ranging from seal-spotting and birding to Norwalk Island cruises.

above: From a brand-new 4D theater to touch tanks and a massive shark environment, a day at the Maritime Aquarium is a must for children and adults alike.

GET CREATIVE

BEST TIME EVER

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HANDS ON POTTERY

hopct.com

ROWAYTON ARTS CENTER

rowaytonarts.org

An art studio in Stamford allows children of all ages to be creative with its array of take-home art kits (think slime making or ceramics painting), drop-in sessions, small group summer camp sessions and birthday parties.

In addition to the art studio, it also has an indoor playscape that gives kids a place to run, jump and explore in a safe environment.

Hands on Pottery in Darien is another great option for indoor fun, and they offer “pottery to go” for those who would rather paint at home.

For adults looking for a more sophisticated art kit, the Rowayton Arts Center now has take-home kits for painting and drawing ranging from $20-$35. Sweet.

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SALKO FARM

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MEAD FARM

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Horseback riding has been known to reduce stress and increase creativity, so who wouldn’t want that? Mead Farm is one of the oldest horseback riding facilities in Stamford and has been operating since 1928. It offers year-round riding private and group lessons for both children and adults and caters to first-time riders and experts. Salko Farm in Southport also offers lessons, a summer riding clinic and even hosts birthday parties.

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LAKE MOHEGAN Most towns along the coast have public beaches that residents can frequent with town-issued passes and non-residents can visit with day passes (but those take some planning). Lake Mohegan in Fairfield is a family-friendly place to swim or hang out on a sandy shore. The 170-acre park has hiking trails, a manmade fresh-water lake, sprinkler park, playground and snack bar. Since it’s open to the public, a last-minute trip is super easy. Entrance fees ranging from four to eighteen dollars, depending on age, residency and day of the week, are paid at the gate. »

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MARITIME AQUARIUM; LAKE MOHEGAN BY AMBER SCINTO

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Lake Mohegan in Fairfield

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St yle Points

Shopping local is more important now than ev er before. Lucky for us all the best to choose fr , we have om, right here in our ow n backyard by me ga n gagn on

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f you could only stock your closet with pieces from these stores, you’d be more than set. An endless stream of possibilities would be at your disposal; the ability to craft ensembles with their minimal neutrals, tailored separates and fine knits. And if you’re only associating these lines with workwear, you’re missing out on the versatility that the clothes offer, inside or outside an office setting.

THEORY Good linen casual blazer; $495. Silk wideleg pull-on pant; $365

FIND THEM HERE Theory, Greenwich & Westport Vince, Greenwich & Westport Joie, Greenwich Club Monaco, Greenwich

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Shop To It Navigate our stylish spots by addressing all of your wardrobe needs

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ULTRA LOUNGE

SAY GOODBYE TO SAD SWEATPANTS

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SMALL BOUTIQUES WITH BIG STYLE

You know them (or you should) by now: those boutiques that line our main streets, filling the smaller spaces between larger, name-brand stores. What they (sometimes) lack in real estate, they make up for in selection, a curated mix of labels and musthave accessories. Knowledgeable owners can make suggestions, point out new styles and provide the oneon-one customer service that’ll keep you coming back.

FIND THEM HERE

FIND THEM HERE

Marine Layer, Westport Splendid, Westport Warm, Darien Whim, Darien & Stamford Splendid Speckled lounge hoodie and pants; $138 each

Perfect Provenance, Greenwich Chou Chou, Rowayton Togs, New Canaan Fred, Old Greenwich & Westport Apricot Lane, Fairfield Great Stuff, Greenwich & Westport

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GOOD JEANS

THE PERFECT PAIR IS A DRESSING ROOM AWAY

above: Come for the Frame jeans. Try not to want everything else.

Just when you think you’ve found your dream denim, a new style or brand always seems to appear, convincing you that yes, you do need at least one more pair of jeans.

Now a staple in every fashionable woman’s wardrobe, the options for style, size, length, rise and rinse are limitless. But finding the ones that are right for you? That’s where it gets tricky. Head to these spots to try something on, try something new (cropped flares are fun for summer) and add a few more to your jean collection. greenwichmag.com

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FIND THEM HERE Rag & Bone, Greenwich Frame, Greenwich Madewell, Greenwich & Westport 7 For All Mankind, Westport B Chic, Wilton Havana Jeans, Stamford

PERFECT PROVENANCE BY JULIE BIDWELL; ALL OTHER IMAGES COURTESY OF STORES

First there was athleisure, that hybrid category embraced by everyone hoping to make their days at work and on-thego just a little more comfortable. Then came stay-at-home orders and the birth of a whole new category of elevated loungewear, offering stylish alternatives to your coziest sets.

Think separates that work in and out of the house and can be dressed up as needed. Add some statement sneakers if you’re venturing out and you’ve got one chic look.

above: Greenwich’s Perfect Provenance is housed in a 1912 Victorian home

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THE CLASSICS

FUTURE-PROOF FASHION IS WORTH THE INVESTMENT

Timeless clothes will always be in style, despite what the latest trend forecast predicts (although mixing in modern pieces is always encouraged). These are the places we know will always have the perfect blazer, the classic coat, the crisp button-down shirt. And when it comes to iconic stripes or sweet gingham prints, you can never have enough.

left: Veronica Beard Greenwich is furnished with Schumacherupholstered pieces

J. CREW Shirt dress; $128

FIND THEM HERE Vineyard Vines, Greenwich, New Canaan & Westport J. Crew, Greenwich, New Canaan, Stamford & Westport, Ralph Lauren, New Canaan J. McLaughlin, Darien, Greenwich & New Canaan Talbots, Westport

above: 4.83 ct. fancy yellow cushion-cut ring

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LUXE LABELS FROM THE RUNWAY TO YOUR CLOSET We should count ourselves lucky that so many fabulous designers have set up shop in our towns. You may spot their pieces elsewhere but having access to an entire seasonal line from your favorite brand is a whole other experience. Even better, getting to spend time in the gorgeous spaces thoughtfully designed to complement their collections.

TORY BURCH Lee Radziwill small double bag; $998

FIND THEM HERE Veronica Beard, Greenwich Tory Burch, Greenwich Jenni Kayne, Greenwich Alice & Olivia, Greenwich

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JUST ADD WATER

ROLLER RABBIT BY ANTHONY BATISTA; ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF STORES/BRANDS

above: The grand staircase at Richards in Greenwich

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AT YOUR SERVICE

WHO DOESN’T LOVE A LITTLE HELP?

Everyone deserves a vacation this year. But even if you’re only planning on going as far as your own backyard or town beach, there’s no reason why you can’t stock up on new resortwear pieces. Build a summer capsule around block-printed caftans, breezy wrap dresses and some tassel-trimmed coverups to pair with a fresh rotation of swimsuits.

Sometimes you need to enlist the expertise of a personal shopper to find the perfect outfit for a special occasion. Sometimes you’re in a browsing mood, open to possibility and looking for inspiration.

Sometimes shoes are on sale. Whatever the reason, a visit to a department or specialty store delivers all of these experiences (and more) under one roof.

FIND THEM HERE

FIND THEM HERE

Everything But Water, Greenwich Roller Rabbit, Greenwich Eres, Greenwich Soleil Toile, New Canaan & Westport Morley, Darien

Mitchells, Westport Richards, Greenwich Barneys at Saks, Greenwich Saks Fifth Avenue, Greenwich Darien Sport Shop, Darien

Roller Rabbit Rhody ruffle bralette; $64.

Hipster; $50

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HENRY C. REID & SON JEWELERS hcreidjewelers.com

ILA Deja Necklace; $6,185

Town Jewels

Our local experts fill us in on new styles, old favorites and the best parts about selling sparkle by megan gagnon

Q: What new necklace styles are customers requesting?

A: “I am finding lately that women want to wear something beautiful but different; somewhat more understated and wearable on a daily basis.

We create many pieces in house using recycled gold as well as partnering with different vendors that share our sustainable mindset. For us, the key is offering jewelry that our clients connect with in a traditional sense, but it has to be a little different than what anyone else has.”

—Greg French, President, Henry C. Reid & Son Jewelers

Platinum emerald and diamond ring; $23,000

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Q: What’s a unique gift idea that you love to recommend?

A: “I point people toward these pieces by Buccellati; they’re fine, signed, wearable and affordable. The necklace is a sterling silver, vermeil, and fancy color diamond forty-two-inch chain, easy to wear single or double, just dressy enough but playful and feminine. The earrings can be worn alone or with other silver or gold jewelry. I really think they’re good for any age; both my wife and daughter have the earrings and love them.”

—Warren Lagerloef, Senior Sales Executive, Betteridge Buccellati Daisy necklace; $2,700. Gardenia earrings; $240

GO GREEN

FAYE KIM DESIGNS

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Q: Which gemstones are you loving lately?

A: “I find the lush green color of emeralds very soothing and calming. The striking green colored gemstone has throughout history symbolized love, abundance, hope, renewal and growth. What better time than now to indulge in nature’s beauty and positivity?”

—Faye Kim, Owner/Designer, Faye Kim Designs

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SIMON TEAKLE FINE JEWELRY & OBJECTS

Diamond engagement ring in platinum and yellow gold; $8,450

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Q: What’s your current favorite estate piece?

Sea of Beauty floating pearl open marquise earrings by Mizuki; $650

A: “Using old European cut diamonds, this beautiful necklace is important yet retains an elegant, soft appearance. Exquisitely made, it has perfect movement when worn.”

—Simon Teakle, Owner, Simon Teakle Fine Jewelry & Objects

Q: What are some modern earrings trends you’re seeing?

A: “Earrings are in! With masks on faces, earrings seem to be the one item we want to make sure we have on. The earring trends for 2021 seem to be large hoops, and long earrings.

Single earrings are very fashionable, and mismatched, imperfectly round pearls are very trendy. Pearls, in general, are back.”

—Liz Osta, Owner, Nagi Jewelers

Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori 33mm in yellow gold; $28,200

Antique diamond cluster necklace, circa 1880; $148,000

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MANFREDI JEWELS manfredijewels.com

RETRO RINGS

LUX BOND & GREEN lbgreen.com

Q: What are some new engagement ring styles you’ve been selling?

A: “We’re going back in time to a more traditional diamond engagement ring with tapered baguettes. Yellow gold is also making a strong comeback.”

—John Green, President & CEO, Lux Bond & Green

18K yellow gold origami emerald hoop earrings by Katherine Jetter; price upon request

18K yellow gold Tahitian pearl chain earrings by Katherine Jetter; $7,480

IMAGES COURTESY OF DESIGNERS/BRANDS

Q: What are some women’s watch trends we can expect to see this year?

A: “One of the trends in 2021 in women’s watches is the return of the yellow gold bracelet watches. It can be with or without diamonds but yellow gold is back. Another trend is to wear very feminine watches.

Often ladies’ pieces are men’s watches that are just made smaller, but there are some really beautiful pieces from brands like Chopard, Bulgari and Hermès. These brands create watches that are specifically designed for women. Bulgari with the Serpenti Seduttori, the Imperiale from Chopard and the ever classic Hermès Cape Cod are watches that are the definition of femininity.”

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Q: What’s the best part about having jewelry trunk shows in-store?

A: “Our vendor partners are part of our Mitchell family, and we love having them come into our stores. Jewelry trunk shows give our associates and clients the opportunity to view the breath of their collections and engage directly with the designer so they can select the perfect piece.”

—Jennifer Farrington, Jewelry Buyer, Mitchells

BCA Wellness Month

& Get Fit for Hope Challenge!

Exercise has a demonstrated positive impact on breast cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship. After a year in a pandemic, exercising and exploring ways to maintain overall wellness is deserving of our time!

This year, whether you are interested in exercise, nutrition, genetic screening, supplements, better sleep, spine health or one of the other class topics we have to offer, there is something for everyone, adults and students alike.

Pick a $50 day pass ($25 for students,) a $100 wellness package or purchase an all-access monthly pass for $250.

To learn more or register visit: breastcanceralliance.org/getfit

May 1 Kick-Off Party: FORWARD__Space Dance Break Brunch and Beats Edition!

10:30-11:15am May 2 Core Burn Pilates Greenwich Pilates, 8:30am EST Greenwich Barre Studio Barre, 9:30am EST Stacy Bergman Yoga, 11:00am EST May 7 Anti-Aging and Post-Treatment Skincare with Dr. Diane Madfes 9:00am EST Get Your Best Night’s Sleep with Tara Clancy 10:00am EST Core Burn Pilates & Yoga New Canaan Pilates, 11:00am EST Managing Menopause with Dr. Donna Hagberg 12:00pm EST Wearbles: Benefits for Tracking Fitness, Breath and Sleep with Amanda Tighe 2:00pm EST

May 8 Learn about Supplements with David Restrepo, Rph, Integrative Pharmacist, Vitahealth Apothcary 9:00am EST Healthy Cooking with Meredith Geller and Mike Geller, Mike’s Organic 10:00am EST Health or Hype?

Debunking Cancer Nutrition Myths with Savor Health 2:00pm EST Healthy Cooking for Busy Weekday Meals with Chandler Boyd 5:00pm EST May 12 Young Adult Stress and Anxiety Workshop with Karen Dillon 7:00pm EST May 13 The Pilates Loft: Mat Pilates Class 8:30am EST Concussions in Women and Girls: Symptoms and Treatment with Dr. Chris Rago 9:30am EST

Webinar: The Importance of Genetic Screening 12:00pm EST Your Daily Lift with Rebecca Nardi, PT, DPT, OCS 2:00pm EST Rest and Restore with Melissa Staxfeld 8:00pm-8:30pm EST May 16 Guided Accupressure with Sarah Swanberg 8:30am EST Karen Dillon: Yoga and Guided Meditation 9:00am-10:15am EST Fitness for Women after Breast Cancer with Donna Wilson, RN, MSN, RRT/Personal Trainer 10:00am Essentially Namaste: The Benefits of Essential Oils 11:00am EST Plant-Based Cooking with Chef Joyan 5:00pm EST

100% of proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Alliance grants for 2022 Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: Omnicom Group Diamond Sponsors: Greenwich Hospital and JP Morgan Private Bank Gold Sponsors: Mavis Tire and The Mifflin Family Silver Sponsors: Greenwich Barre Studio and Starling Skincare Crystal Sponsors: The Metalios Group and Performance Optimal Health Additional Sponsors: Open Door Family Medical Center

May 23 Mandy DiMarzo: Burn 9:00am EST LL Country Barre: Barre 9:30am-10:30am EST Ali Cerone: Total Body Strength with dumbbells 10:00am EST JB Mallah: A Mindful Hour of Yoga and Meditation with JB Mallah 11:00am EST Healthy Cooking with Courtnay Arpano of Courtnay’s Kitchen 4:00pm EST May 29 Ben Dawson: Boxing 9:00am EST Forme Barre: Barre 9:30am EST Katie Wee: Yoga 12:30pm EST

calendar CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY PRINTMAKING, 299 West Ave., Norwalk, 899-7999. contemprints.org CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org FLINN GALLERY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7947. flinngallery.com GERTRUDE G. WHITE GALLERY, YWCA, 259 E. Putnam Ave., 869-6501. ywcagreenwich.org GREENWICH ARTS COUNCIL, 299 Greenwich Ave., 862-6750. greenwich artscouncil.org Totem Proclamation by Hunt Slonem, 2020, oil on canvas, 72 x 84 in.

Samuel Owen Gallery

The Samuel Owen Gallery might just be the coolest spot in town. The gallery specializes in international contemporary and modern art while showcasing a stellar roster of established and mid-career artists. Works include original paintings, sculptures, mixed media and limited edition prints. Look for a Samuel Owen Gallery in Greenwich, Nantucket and Palm Beach.

ART & ANTIQUES ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198.

Tues.-Sun. aldrichart.org AMY SIMON FINE ART, 1869 Post Rd. East, Westport, 2591500. amysimonfineart.com

BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org CANFIN GALLERY, 39 Main St., Tarrytown, NY, 914-3324554. canfingallery.com

a destination for exceptional music, captivating programs, spectacular gardens and grounds, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. caramoor.org

CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE ARTS, Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah, NY, 914-232-1252. Caramoor is

CAVALIER GALLERIES, 405 Greenwich Ave., 869-3664. cavaliergalleries.com

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GREENWICH ART SOCIETY, 299 Greenwich Ave. 2nd flr, 629-1533. A studio school which offers a visual arts education program for kids and adults. greenwichartsociety.org GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 47 Strickland Rd., 869-6899. greenwichhistory.org KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org KENISE BARNES FINE ART, 1947 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, NY, 914-834-8077. kbfa.com LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM, 295 West Ave., Norwalk, 838-9799. lockwoodmathewsmansion .com

LOFT ARTISTS ASSOCIATION, 575 Pacific Street., Stamford, 203-2472027. loftartists.org MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART, Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, NY, 914-2516100. neuberger.org PELHAM ART CENTER, 155 Fifth Ave., Pelham, NY, 914-738-2525 ext. 113. pelhamartcenter.org ROWAYTON ARTS CENTER, 145 Rowayton Ave., Rowayton, 866-2744. rowaytonarts.org SAMUEL OWEN GALLERY, 382 Greenwich Ave., 325-1924. samuelowen.org SILVERMINE GUILD ARTS CENTER, 1037 Silvermine Rd., New Canaan, 203-966-9700. silvermineart.org SANDRA MORGAN INTERIORS & ART PRIVÉ, 135 East Putnam Ave., 2nd flr., Greenwich, 629-8121. sandramorganinteriors.com STAMFORD ART ASSOCIATION, 39 Franklin St., Stamford, 203-325-1139. stamfordartassociation.org STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org UCONN STAMFORD ART GALLERY, One University Pl., Stamford, 251-8400. artgallery. stamford.uconn.edu WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 226-7070. westportartscenter.org »

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1 Museum Dr. ctcsc.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, 787-4282. longwharf.com

FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER, 370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, 259-1598. fairfieldhistory.org

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 4389269. ridgefieldplayhouse.org RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN, 37 Halpin Ln., Ridgefield, 431-9850. ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org SHUBERT THEATER, 247 College St., New Haven, 800-228-6622. shubert.com cochairs Kate and Jim Clark

Celebrating Hope The Alzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter will hold its eighth annual Celebrating Hope benefit on Saturday, May 15 at 8 p.m. This year’s virtual event, co-chaired by Kate and Jim Clark, will be hosted by former Major League Baseball player and Greenwich resident Mark Teixeira and honor the philanthropic work of Dick Helstein. Supporters with donations of any amount are invited to take part. Proceeds will benefit Alzheimer’s and dementia research and support. Visit celebratinghope.givesmart.com or contact Diana Maynard at 203-807-5845 to donate or for more information.

YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART, 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-2800. britishart.yale.edu

CURTAIN CALL, The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, 3298207. curtaincallinc.com

YALE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY, 1111 Chapel St., New Haven, 432-0611. artgallery.yale.edu

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

CONCERTS, FILM & THEATER ARENA AT HARBOR YARD, 600 Main St., Bridgeport, 345-2300. websterbankarena.com AVON THEATRE FILM CENTER, 272 Bedford St., Stamford, 661-0321. avontheatre.org

FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY, On StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, 259-1036. fairfieldtheatre.org GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE, 6 Main St., East Haddam, 860-873-8668. goodspeed.org

STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. stamfordcenterforthearts.org

GARDEN EDUCATION CENTER, 130 Bible St., 869-9242. gecgreenwich.org GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 6227900. greenwichlibrary.org KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, 26 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua, NY, 914-2329555. katonahmuseum.org STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org

OTHER EVENTS CARVER CENTER, virtual event. Sat. 7, visit carvercenter.org for more information.

GREENWICH CENTER FOR HOPE, virtual event.

Thurs. 6, enjoy a discussion with broadcast journalist Gretchen Carlson and therapist and author George Faller. Visit hopeandrenewal .org for more information.

GREENWICH OLD TIMERS, FAIRVIEW COUNTRY CLUB. Mon. 24, Charity Golf Tournament, honoring Joe and Jim Branca. For more information email info@ greenwicholdtimers.org.

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org

LECTURES, TOURS & WORKSHOPS ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-0198. aldrichart.org AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org AUX DÉLICES, 231 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540, ext.

108. auxdelicesfoods.com BOWMAN OBSERVATORY PUBLIC NIGHT, NE of Milbank/East Elm St. rotary on the grounds of Julian Curtiss School, 869-6786, ext. 338 BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 6227900. greenwichlibrary.org

CLAY ART CENTER, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, NY, 914-937-2047. clayartcenter.org

JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY,

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Breast Cancer Alliance The pandemic has impacted each of us in different ways—changes in diet, sleep, exercise or mental health.

To help with these issues, throughout the month of May the Breast Cancer Alliance will host its Wellness Month & Get Fit for Hope Challenge: A Series of Fitness and Health Events. The events kick off on Saturday, May 1 with Get Fit for Hope fitness classes, and programing will continue through May 30. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit Breast Cancer Alliance 2022 grants. For more information visit breastcanceralliance.org/getfit. »

SUPER SUNDAY POLO Giving back in Style

Sunday, June 6, 2021 Luxury Shopping Experience 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Polo Match begins at 3:00 pm

Greenwich Polo Club, Greenwich, CT For tickets and more information visit: supersundaypolo.com ** VIP FASHIONISTA Lounge sponsored by Nordstrom ** A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Feeding America SPONSORS Hollywood Pop Gallery | Jen Danzi | Greenwich Magazine | The First Bank of Greenwich ABS Staffing | IBO Law | Shop Lit Live | West Out East | K9Studio | Hallstein JHouse Spa | HINT Water | Diamond Art Club | David Feliz Salon | Vals Putnam Wine Fairfield County Mom | Got Attitude Vodka | Luxury Attache | Greenwich Moms Party with Moms | Fashionista Lounge sponsored by Nordstrom

“Swing for Our Scholars” Golf Outing to Benefit REACH Prep Tuesday, June 1, 2021 Greenwich Country Club Registration begins: 11:30am Cocktails and buffet: 5pm - 7:30pm Join us for a golf outing to benefit the students of REACH Prep. We provide access to transformative educational experiences that empower underserved, high-achieving students to graduate from top colleges and emerge as the next generation of leaders.

www.reachprep.org

To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, visit www.reachprep.org or email Amy Kiser at akiser@reachprep.org.

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KIDS’ STUFF MAY 2021 ALDRICH MUSEUM, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, 438-4519. aldrichart.org AUDUBON GREENWICH, 613 Riversville Rd., 869-5272. greenwich.audubon.org AUX DÉLICES (cooking classes), 23 Acosta St., Stamford, 326-4540 ext. 108. auxdelicesfoods.com

MAY 7 AT 7 PM

BEARDSLEY ZOO, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, 394-6565. beardsleyzoo.org BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREENWICH, 4 Horseneck Lane, 869-3224. bgcg.org BRUCE MUSEUM, 1 Museum Dr., 869-0376. brucemuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 25 AT 7:30 PM

LIVE MUSIC & COMEDY ARE BACK! OUTDOORS @ THE PLAYHOUSE TENT

DISCOVERY MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport, 372-3521. discoverymuseum.org

OUTDOORS @ THE PLAYHOUSE TENT

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, 576-1636. dtcab.com

MAY 8 @ 7:30PM

MAY 16 @ 4 & 7:30PM

OUTDOORS @ THE PLAYHOUSE TENT

OUTDOORS @ BALLARD PARK

EARTHPLACE, 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, 227-7253. earthplace.org GREENWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 39 Strickland St., 869-6899. hstg.org

JUNE 25 @ 7:30PM

GREENWICH LIBRARY, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 622-7900. greenwichlibrary.org

JUNE 27 @ 2 & 5 PM

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IMAX THEATER AT MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART, Rte. 22 at Jay St., Katonah, NY, 914-232-9555. katonahmuseum.org MARITIME AQUARIUM, 10 N. Water St., S. Norwalk, 852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, 966-9577. newcanaannature.org RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, 438-5795. ridgefieldplayhouse.org STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, 325-4466. palacestamford.org STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, 977-6521. stamfordmuseum.org STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN, 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk, 899-0606. steppingstonesmuseum.org WESTPORT ARTS CENTER, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport, 222-7070. westportartscenter.org WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, 227-4177. westportplayhouse.org G

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SAILS I KAYAKS AND PADDLE BOARDS I SUMMER CAMPS

July 10 | FLOTILLA

August 28 | HARBORFEST

Kayak & paddle board tour on Long Island Sound

Free waterfront festival on Stamford Harbor

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Nathaniel Witherell.....................................................................24

Drew Klotz Kinetic Sculpture................................................. 47

ONS Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists........................ 17

Heather Gaudio Fine Arts....................................................... 41

Riverside Orthodontics..............................................................57 Rye Vein Laser Center................................................................55

BUILDING & HOME IMPROVEMENT California Closets....................................................................13

Stamford Health.............................................................................. 3

Douglas VanderHorn Architects.............................................21

Ziering Hair.................................................................................. 67

Gault Family Company........................................................... 10 Grand Entrance Gates.............................................................51

JEWELRY

Granoff Architects.................................................................. 25

Betteridge Jewelers..................................................23, Cover 4

Greenwich Property Management LLC.........................Cover 3

LANDSCAPING, NURSERY & FLORISTS

BUSINESS & FINANCE Citibank................................................................................... 33

Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, LLC............................ 65

First Republic Bank................................................................ 27

Homefront Farmers................................................................ 45

Private Staff Group................................................................. 55 NONPROFIT

DECORATING & HOME FURNISHINGS

Breast Cancer Alliance........................................................... 57

Amy Aidinis Hirsch................................................................. 43

The Carver Center.................................................................101

EDUCATION & CHILDREN

Person-to-Person...................................................................96

SoundWaters.........................................................................101

Reach Prep..............................................................................99

ENTERTAINMENT

REAL ESTATE

Ridgefield Playhouse............................................................ 100

Houlihan Lawrence - Corp...................................................... 16

Stamford Tent & Event Services............................................ 28

Sotheby's International Realty................... Cover 2, 1, 14, 15, 18 Tamar Lurie Group-Coldwell Banker

EVENTS A-list Awards........................................................................... 61

Global Luxury...................................................................31, 55

Abilis Gala...............................................................................99

William Raveis-Shelton HQ............................................. 4, 5, 14

Breast Cancer Alliance Month...............................................94

William Raveis-Your Dynamic Duo..........................................12

Children's Learning Center Magic Moment...........................96 Super Sunday Polo/Greenwich Polo Club.............................98

SPORTS & FITNESS Athena Programs................................................................... 57

FASHION

The Summit Club at Armonk................................................. 65

Darien Sport Shop.................................................................... 7 The RealReal........................................................................... 39

MISCELLANEOUS FOOD, CATERING & LODGING

Big Picture............................................................................ 102

Marcia Selden Catering............................................................ 19

Flowcode.................................................................................. 26

Winvian Farm.......................................................................... 8, 9

Greenwich Magazine Photo Contest..................................... 101 J.P. McHale Pest Management.................................................51

HEALTH & BEAUTY Hospital for Special Surgery . ...................................................49

MRI Survey.............................................................................. 56

Montefiore Medical Center........................................................37

Westy Self Storage.................................................................. 65

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very year tulips, daffodils and crocuses pop up all over town to brighten our landscape—not to mention our spirits. Even on a gloomy drizzly day they offer a little sunshine. Art Director Garvin Burke snapped these harbingers of spring in front of the stately Restoration Hardware building, Greenwich’s former main post office. Robin Williams once said: “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’” Oh, Robin, we couldn’t agree more. G

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