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Fall/Holiday 2017 / Volume 2 • Issue 3 2. Editorial Listing 3. Letter from Linda 4. Contributors and Masthead

Home & Garden 6. Woodstone MMXV 15. Equestrian Theme Interiors 16. Marketplace 18. Refreshing Without Renovation 24. Old New England

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28. Real Estate in New England

Entertaining & Style 30. Pumpkin Bisque Recipe 33. Cheese, Glorious Cheese 38. Table Décor Inspiration 40. Gifts For Those Who Love To Entertain 42. The Glamour of Autumn

Travel & Leisure 54. The Town of Lexington 55. Hartwell Tavern

Haute Happenings 57. A Brunch To Give Back 60. Essex, CT Holiday House Tour 62. Junior League of Boston Design Show House 64. Resources ON THE COVER Lexington - Photography by Linda Davis

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A Letter from Linda It was during an elevator ride that I was asked the question – “are you from England?”. I paused a moment thinking I must have misheard the question. Why would someone think I’m from England?

It happened this past summer… my husband and I were staying at an inn in Saratoga, NY, and that evening we were attending a fundraising gala to benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital. I was wearing a long black dress, high-heels, had a black clutch in hand, and let’s not forget the all-important… fake eyelashes. I had just gotten on the elevator to meet my husband in the lobby – behind me followed an older couple. As soon as the elevator doors closed, I was asked where I was headed all dressed up. I wish I could remember my exact response words because as soon as I answered he asked me “Are you from England?”. I’m sure I tilted my head in an inquisitive way and said “I’m sorry, I didn’t hear you”. It was then his wife repeated the question - “Are you from England?”. Hmmm - I did hear them correctly. Was it my dress? Did my handbag have an unknown logo on it that gave them that idea? Then it dawned on me, I was not in New England anymore, I was in upstate New York and this couple might have been from the area or another state all together. I smiled from ear-to-ear while shaking my head no and said “I’m from North of Boston”. The woman quickly replied that she would have figured it out if I had spoken just a few more words.

Now mind you, I don’t have an English accent like a Boston Brahmin (more on my blog about the Boston Brahmin accent) - I don’t feel I have much of an accent at all, but I do drop my R’s after a vowel which IS a New Englander thing for some. This is due in part to our British ancestors who came to New England hundreds of years ago. Yes, I say “Pahk the cah in the Havahd yahd” and when I am looking for my cah keys, I don’t mean my Khaki pants. It’s not as strong as a Southie accent (you know what I mean Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg), but it’s there. Some locals add R’s to where A’s should be making my name Linder.

Without fail, my children and husband still tease me on the pronunciation of certain words. I can’t help but wonder why they don’t drop their R’s too. We all grew up in the same North of Boston towns and we were all surrounded by the same family members, friends, teachers, etc. My mother drops her R’s, but my sister not so much. Ask the three of us to say horse and you will get “Hoss… Hoss… and Horse”. One day I said to my husband. “honey I’m trying really hahd to say horse and it’s working! His response… “I think you should try hahdah”. Add to that I sometimes channel my father’s Nova Scotia, Canada accent or add the word “eh” after a question. “You know what I mean eh?”. Typing this out I realize…. I guess I do have a slightly different accent. Thank goodness when I put pen to paper or fingers to keys my New England and Nova Scotia accent does not translate or you would be reading aboot hosses in this issue.

Between being asked if I was from England and having a local from Saratoga tell us she was “heading East”, which I found out later that she meant New England, I realized that though I was close to home, I felt so far away.

I hope you enjoy this fall/holiday issue and I look forward to seeing you again in the wintah!

Linda Davis – Your Fine Living Muse Sharing fine living, simple pleasures and a life well-lived in New England and beyond.

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Written By: Linda Davis

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“Our home sold much faster than anticipated after a bidding war, and we ended up living on the Cape for three months, The Colonial Inn for one month, and then my barn office for three months, waiting for Woodstone to be finished for Christmas.” said homeowner and interior designer Lauren Huyett.

Rewind ten years earlier to when Lauren first met architect Jennifer Hart, of Hart Architects, while on a chair lift. Both women were chaperoning their school-aged children during a ski trip, and their slow mountainside ride gave them the opportunity to talk; Lauren shared her love of old homes and Jennifer, who designs new homes to seamlessly look as if they came from a different era, completely understood what Lauren was describing. A special bond was instantly created when their talk segued into their love of landscaping… New England and Virginia (Lauren attended Sweet Briar College in Virginia and both Bill, Lauren’s husband, and Jennifer attended the University of Virginia). That was when Lauren made a mental note to contact Jennifer if Bill and she ever decided to build a house.

W hen Lauren and Bill decided to move from their historic downtown home in Concord, MA, Bill was a bit hesitant about leaving their current 1844 historic home to build a new home. However, as soon as he walked the 3-acre property bordered by 400-year-old stone walls, old tree species, and learned about the history of Estabrook Woods, which borders the property, he said “let’s do it!”.

The two of them had already renovated 13 homes, but this would be their first new construction, and they were ready to finally “settle down”.

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Furniture and accessories collected over the years filled their homes in Virginia, Ohio, California, Washington D.C. and Zurich. A family heirloom piano, an eighteenth-century gilded clock from Versailles, and formal antiques sit harmoniously next to casual furnishing making the house feel personalized, welcoming, and warm.

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Lauren always knew that if they built a home, it would be named “Woodstone” after the 1770 Pennsylvania farmhouse where Bill grew up.

Lauren did not forget the conversation she had with Jennifer ten years earlier and contacted her to discuss designing the home. During a design meeting, the bond was once again solidified when Jennifer proposed creating a cherry and beech parquet floor in their entry hall. That design decision was inspired by a floor seen in Thomas Jefferson’s parlor at Monticello, a property that both Bill and Lauren admire.

“This feels like home; more than our past homes”, said Lauren, “It includes a little bit of each place we have lived and places we enjoy traveling to”. Incorporating both New England and Virginian styling, Woodstone is a place where the Huyett’s five grown children and future generations of Huyetts will gather - for many years to come.

Left: Bill’s love of history and old properties was the catalyst for moving an antique barn to the property. Unplanned, the barn was found in Pennsylvania close to the town where Bill once lived. Part of the barn is heated and plumbed, including a ¾ bath on the second floor. It was to be and is a place for both Lauren’s office, “Lauren Huyett Interiors”, and Bill’s furniture making shop. The barn also became their home while Woodstone was being finished. Above: The side porch is easily accessible to the parking area and barn.

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I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion. –Henry David Thoreau

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A horse is the projection of peoples’ dreams about themselves – strong, powerful, beautiful – and it has the capability of giving us escape from our mundane existence. – Pam Brown

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“ E Q U E S T R I A N T H E M E I N T E R I O R” When these words are spoken, one might think of the rich deep colors found in an English country manor or the signature styling of Ralph Lauren.

Today, however, many interior designers and homeowners are incorporating horse and equestrian elements into rooms that offer a more subdued color scheme while still sharing their love of these graceful creatures.

The dining area within this north of Boston townhome needed to function perfectly whether the occasion be an elegant holiday, Sunday brunch, or a casual weeknight meal. The stunning chandelier provides the sparkle and defines the space while the antique mirrored storage cabinets hold barware, serving pieces and items that aren’t needed every day but keep them easily accessible.

Even though this home is steps to the Nantucket coastline, I wanted to honor the pastoral landscape of the property throughout the interior. The home office clad in classically coastal shiplap, now boasts a country feel by incorporating a mixture of rustic textures, natural hides and various wood tones. The high contrast design completed with a beautiful equestrian tryptic.

Captions & Photos by Kristy Kay

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RefreshingRefreshing Without Renovation Without Renovation By: Kristy Kay

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How do we keep our individual style fresh and current without wanting a complete overhaul each time someone we follow

on social media posts today’s “new fabulous” to our favorite design board?

How do we keep our individual style fresh and current without wanting a complete overhaul each time someone we follow on social media posts today’s “new fabulous” to our favorite design board?

Commitment…with flexibility. Keep a consistent and classic middle line for the investment pieces. Such items would include the sofa in your living room, the bed in your master, the reading chair for Sunday mornings. These are the pieces Commitment…with flexibility. Keep a consistent and classic middle line for the investment pieces. Such items would that lend to simple, stylistic changes like accent pillows, new bedding, and throws, leaving you with simple ways to refresh include the sofa in your living room, the bed in your master, the reading chair for Sunday mornings. These are the pieces your spaces. Some of my clients prefer even seasonal refreshing. that lend to simple, stylistic changes like accent pillows, new bedding, and throws, leaving you with simple ways to refresh

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your spaces. Some of my clients prefer even seasonal refreshing.

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Personality…but always personal. The console you found at an alley consignment store, a set of Audubon books from your neighbor’s tag sale, a charcoal sketch of a loved one. The items collected over time that make your home, simply put, yours. These are invaluable and not necessarily high ticket items. They are the pieces that play on your senses… they make you smile, remember, and feel, in a way that only that special piece can produce.

Living…without missing out. Keeping what really matters in check. Our home is our nest, but it is who comes in and out visiting this nest that matters most. Children, family, friends – whomever you find flying through - it’s the memories that matter most. There will inevitably be watermarks, wine stains, and missing dishes to your once complete dinnerware set. But, this is where life happens - try not to get so caught up in the perfection of the design that you miss out on the memories while they’re happening.

Refreshment Guide –

Think two – two designs that is – Two sets of accents including pillows, tabletop accessories even swapping out drapes and an area rug can completely transform your space.

Change with the seasons – for example, fall and cooler temps naturally have us turn towards the fireplace, having us draw out our luxurious cashmere throws, enjoy landscapes of autumnal tones in deep reds, oranges and burnt umber, and crave the emotion-evoking scents of pine and cinnamon. Mother Nature is a master at design… follow her lead.

Selective storage – What was old is (or soon will be) new again – let’s not be so quick to give up on items we’re tired of. When we begin to tire of the gray and white stark neutrality of today’s trends, we’ll surely be looking forward, or rather back, to warmer tones of gold, chocolate and, dare I say, burgundy with hints of rose.

I leave you with the notion that perhaps the last of its kind, cut glass cordial turned dessert dish, once part of an entire set that adorned your mother’s (or grandmother’s) table, could become one of your child’s most special memories. These memories of a cherished holiday festivity, this singular piece tucked back high on a shelf, could evoke emotions that no fabric throw pillow ever could. kristykay.com

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The President Calvin Coolidge Homestead –Plymouth Notch, VT Photo: Former President John Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, raking hay at his childhood home in Plymouth Notch, Vermont. July 14, 1931

Information via: the National Park Service • 1872 - John Calvin Coolidge (Calvin or Cal as his family called him) was born in a house attached to his father’s general store.

• 1876 - “Colonel John Coolidge, Calvin’s father, purchased a home across the street from his general store. It was a typical New England “big house, little house, backhouse, barn” configuration. He repaired the home, added two-story bay windows, bought some new furniture, and added a front porch.

• 1895 - Calvin Coolidge graduated from Amherst College and moved to the nearby town of Northampton where he resided for the rest of his life.

• 1956 – After being willed the homestead by his father Calvin Coolidge, John Coolidge donated the house and all of its furnishings to the State of Vermont. The following year, the State dedicated the building as a historic shrine and opened it to the public.

• Today - The village of Plymouth Notch, VT, contains many buildings associated with Coolidge. Visitors may tour the Cilley General Store, The Post Office, the Wilder Restaurant (that serves lunch), the church, several barns, and the dance hall that served as the summer white house office. Also, available for touring is the Plymouth Cheese Factory – established by the president’s father.

For more information http://historicsites.vermont.gov/directory/coolidge

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Pumpkin Bisque with Roasted Garlic Marshmallows and Spiced Pepitas Yield: 8 to 10 Servings

By Executive Chef Stacy Cogswell - The Inn at Hastings Park Courtesy photo: The New England Cookbook

Pumpkin Bisque Ingredients:

1 (4 lb Pumpkin) – Work with a fresh pumpkin vs canned. Canned will cause an artificial taste.

2 ½ lbs bacon, chopped 2 ½ lbs onions sliced 1 lb leeks, sliced 2 cups sherry 2 tsp nutmeg 1 tbsp Chinese five spices 5 sage leaves 2 tsp chili flakes 2 tbsp salt 4 quarts vegetable stock Top with: Roasted Garlic Marshmallows – recipe on page 32 1 – 2 tbsp Spiced Pepitas - recipe on page 32 1 tsp sea salt Preheat the oven to 400 degrees

Pumpkin Bisque: Cut the pumpkin in half and scrape out the seeds. Roast the pumpkin cut-side down until tender, about 1 hour. Once cool enough to handle, scrape out the flesh and throw the skin away. Set pumpkin aside.

Render the bacon in a stockpot for 15 minutes. Add the onions, leeks, sherry and cook for 15 minutes, until tender.

Add the roasted pumpkin and vegetable stock. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.

Puree the soup in a blender. If making ahead, allow the soup to cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Pour the hot bisque into your serving bowl and drop in the marshmallows. A kitchen torch can be used to brulee the top of the marshmallows. Sprinkle the pepitas and seal salt on top. Serve right away.

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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees For the Spiced Pepitas: 1 cup pepitas 2 tbsp canola oil 2 tsp salt 2 tsp pepper 1 ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (Chef recommended brand – McCormick) Roasted Garlic Puree: 2 cups garlic cloves 2 cups canola oil Marshmallow Syrup: 1 cup water 2 2/3 cups granulated sugar ½ tsp cream of tarter ½ tsp salt Marshmallows: ¼ cup + 1 tbsp cold water 2 gelatin packets or 1 ½ tsp gelatin 1/3 cup water ¾ Marshmallow Syrup 2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 cup Roasted Garlic Puree

For the Pepitas, mix all ingredients in a bowl. Transfer to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and bake in the pre-heated oven until toasted and slightly dark, about 10 minutes.

For the Roasted Garlic Puree, place the garlic and canola oil into a small saucepan and cook over low heat until the garlic browns and is soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Once the garlic and oil have cooled, strain the oil and set it aside (this can be used for other cooking projects). Puree the garlic in a blender or, if you don’t have a blender, you can place the garlic in a bowl and crush it using the back of a spoon until it forms a paste.

For the Marshmallow Syrup, place all of the ingredients into a 4-quart (4-1) heavy pan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Insert candy thermometer into the pan, and boil, without stirring, until the syrup reaches 140 degrees. Remove syrup from the heat and let it cool for 15 minutes.

To make the Marshmallows, place the cold water and gelatin into the bowl of a KitchenAid mixer. Set aside to allow the gelatin to bloom.

In a saucepan, bring the rest of the ingredients, except the garlic puree, to a boil. Cook until the temperature reaches 280 degrees. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Turn on the mixer and start breaking up the bloomed gelatin on low speed, then slowly drizzle in all of the sugar mixture. Once all of the sugar mixture is in the bowl, cover with a towel and turn the speed to high. Whip for 10 – 15 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add the garlic puree in batches on medium speed.

Spray a half sheet pan with pan spray and cover it with plastic wrap. Spray the plastic wrap with pan spray. Pour the marshmallow mixture onto the plastic wrap and level it out using a spatula. Cover it and refrigerate for 24 hours.

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After 24 hours, you can cut the marshmallows into ½-inch-size pieces. If not using them right away, you can store them covered in a refrigerator for up to a month.

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CHEESE, GLORIOUS CHEESE! Written by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier + Champagne Taster Gathering around the large dining room table of your family home in New England, the sharing of good food and perfectly paired wine will be sure to create long-lasting memor y. Like wine, cheese should be nurtured and matured under proper conditions in order for it to be at its best. Controlling the natural ripeness of cheese under proper conditions, such as airflow and humidity, to achieve complete fermented bliss is called “affinage.” W hile you may have your favorite go-to cheese, your cheese can be matched to your special occasion. A simple, eas y cheese plate for afternoon enter taining , a pre-game gathering before hitting the town or perhaps a late-night snack after dancing the night away, see this tasty list of suggestions that would be a perfect pairing for your next beach day and beyond!

BEWARE OF CHEESE IMPOSTERS The most famous goat cheese of the many varieties produced in the Loire Valley, Crottin de Chavignol is the claim to fame of this tiny village that has fewer inhabitants than you will find on a ferry traveling to Nantucket on a warm, sunny summer day.

This small cylindrical goat cheese from the area around Chavignol has been produced for centuries. The word “Crot” describes a small oil lamp made from burned clay, which resembles the mould used to prepare the cheese. This cheese, produced from raw milk of the alpine goats, is protected by the French AOC Seal (appellation d’origine controlee) and has to meet stringent AOC production criteria in order to be called such.

This is one of those rarest of cheeses in that it can be eaten at various stages of its maturity. In its youth, the cheese is more solid and compact with a white rind. As it ripens, it takes on a stronger flavor that is subtle yet slightly nutty and develops a harder rind. At full maturity, the cheese becomes crumbly yet still has a smooth texture. The cheese is marketed and eaten at all three stages of maturity. It is delish when simply served with a green salad, as a component of a cheese board or baked as a star ter. Beware of other non-AOC imitations with a similar name, but not the pedigree or designation status. neflmagazine.com

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EVERYTHING IS BETTER WITH CHEDDAR In the old English Language, a Truckle means cylinder shape. Traditionally, Old World Cheddars are formed in truckles. The Flory Family of Jamesport, Missouri, has developed this distinctive aged clothbound cheddar, earning it its unique name. Instead of being made in the true form of a truckle, Missouri Truckle Cheddar is aged with the cheesecloth left on the outside, allowing the cheese to breathe and resulting in the appetizing dry, crumbly, crystalized texture. Made from cow’s milk, the cheese is allowed to dry for ten days and is then coated with lard to reduce mold. It is then tenderly loved and cared for over the next 9 – 12 months of aging so that the mold eats away at the lard layering.

What comes to fruition is a cheddar with a perfect balance of sweet, salt and tart that tastes like no other white cheddar you have had before.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO MAKE THIS GREAT CHEESE Consider Bardwell Farm which is located in western Vermont’s Rutland County, about an hour southwest of Killington and just near the New York’s state border. It was the first cheese-making co-op in Vermont, founded in 1864 by Consider Stebbins Bardwell himself. A century later, this farm was revitalized with the tradition of handcrafting each wheel. The raw Jersey cow milk is antibiotic and hormone free, delivered each morning to their historic barn-turned-cheese house. The cows practice rotational grazing on pesticide-free and fertilizer-free pastures which helps them to produce the sweetest milk, and hence the tastiest cheese.

Pawlet is one of their several cheeses produced that is named after a nearby town in Vermont. It is made in the style of an Italian Toma, which as soft or semi-hard makes it a versatile cheese, and aged for 4 – 6 months. It is great for a slice on a sandwich or as an appetizer that has a broad appeal for a discerning crowd. It tastes rich and buttery with a pale-yellow color, yet slightly sweet mild flavor that is full and nutty as the cheese ages.

SPREADING THE GOOD CHEESE NEWS Like every good wine should have a perfect drinking vessel, your cheese experience should also be enlightened with the perfect accoutrement.

The Cheese Shop, located in Wellesley, MA, and known to locals in the area as Wasik’s based on the family name of the owners, offers an incredible house-made spread that is a signature staple for them. While the recipe for the Wasik’s Curry Apricot Chutney Spread is a closely guarded family secret, the base of this delicious spread is cream cheese with curry powder and dried apricots. The end result of this sweet, yet savory spread would be a great addition to your finely aged cheese, fresh baked loaf of Something Natural bread or even on your leftover dinner from the night before.

Dip with: Care – it could be quickly gone before you know it!

One of the great things about cheese is that every one of them is unique, as is every wine. W hile there are numerous, classical cheese and wine pairings, the landscape and offering of both these categories is ever changing and sometimes daunting to keep up with all the new selections.

Be sure to inquire with the Sommelier at your favorite local bottle shop for their best ideas and current cheese recommendations that you can purchase to take home and try tonight

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Wine Pairing with Crottin de Chavignol: Domaine Serge Laloue Sancerre 2015 (Sauvignon Blanc)

Beer Pairing with Missouri Truckle Cheddar: Two Roads ‘Honeyspot Road’ White IPA

Cheese wine and friends must be old to be good – Proverb

Consider pairing Pawlet cheese, from Bardwell Farm in Vermont, with Domaine Glantenay Bourgogne Rouge (Pinot Noir)

Wasik’s Curry Apricot Chutney Spread pairs well with a finely aged cheese or fresh baked bread.

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Just in time for the gifting season - Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Ideal for the fashion forward woman who embodies audacity and creativity, La Grande Dame 2006 pairs perfectly with oysters, king crab, dry aged cheese, truffles, scallops, and caviar. The current vintage 2006 can be enjoyed now until 2025. Now that’s a gift that lasts!

Available at select fine wine and spirit stores worldwide beginning October 2017. Suggested retail price $150.00

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We prepare meals from various cultures with confidence, creativity, zest, and attention to the smallest detail to provide you with an event that will be a savory success.

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Table Decor Inspiration By: Penny Lyons Photos by: Brian Saeger Photography For some holiday table inspiration, we asked one of our lifestyle experts, Penny Lyons of Lyonslifestyle, to share a few of her tips on how she creates a holiday tablescape.

Tell a story with your tablescape - Your story becomes pivotal in the design, the colors you choose, and the style you see evolving.

Have fun with it! Be whimsical and creative since it sets the tone for FUN before the FUN even begins. The creation of this woodland themed holiday table evolved as I began to add burlap, fruit, moss, pinecones, ferns, deer antlers, birch bark, birds and feathers. My Thanksgiving tablescape was paying homage to the forest and the fruits of the land.

Give yourself enough time to design your table - Rushing and time restraints promote stress and zap your creative juices. I never think, “I’ve got to SET the table” I always think, “Oh, I get to DESIGN my table”. It’s so much more fun.

Choose a color theme – For this tablescape, I took a more neutral approach. My design began with the purchase of two gorgeous ferns in birch bark containers, and two large moss balls. I supplemented with matching birch bark candle pillars holding tea lights.

My simple ivory table linens would serve only as a backdrop - not making any statement at all. The same would be true of the china I selected - my ivory, gold-banded Lenox from our wedding. At each place setting, I used tiny kraft name tags.

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The Centerpiece - The grapes in the centerpiece contributed majorly to my design. To incorporate natural colors, I thought fruits! I loved the idea of them cascading down a 3-tiered cake stand, but wondered how I would keep them perfectly in place (crashing down on the votives would not be good). I got out my favorite tool of all time, a glue gun, and anchored the heavy part of the stems to the cake stand tiers and used loose moss to gently nudge (wedge) the grapes in place.

Special Touches - Birds are always a part of my holiday designs in some way, shape, or form. So out came my collection of birds. I then added two fabulous feather placemats and feathers elsewhere too. I tied 3-inch burlap ribbon around the napkins and inserted an 18-inch single feather into each one. I used additional feathers in a grouping near the moss balls on my sideboard. I then tucked gold deer antlers into the fern plants to pick up the gold trim of the china.

Pumpkins: I always add pumpkins to create a lovely autumnal look and feel to our Thanksgiving décor - especially since they are used so much in cooking and baking during the season.

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It’s Fall on the calendar, and the refreshing crisp feeling in the air means one thing - the entertaining season will be here before we know it. Menus to plan, guests to serve, and houses to decorate leads us into a season of gratitude and gift giving. Your gift list, which seems to grow yearly, can surely feel daunting.

Continue on for some thoughtful ways to give thanks to those who share our love of entertaining.

Your dearest friend

Guest room accoutrements like “his” and “her” Block Island robes from Matouk, slippers, a vase, monogrammed water carafes with tumblers are all useful, but just as beautiful to gift.

The new homeowner

A structured canvas bag or a vintage toolbox filled with a few basic tools that can also be enjoyed carr ying their next picnic lunch.

The host

Per sonal i zed bar essent ial s l i ke artisan-made Simon Pearce Bristol glasses, decanter or Lud low nut bowl can be complemented w ith specialty items like jarred stuffed olives, bamboo par t y p ick s and cocktail napkins boasting a theme or cute saying.

Your boss

A floral arrangement is always beautiful and appreciated, especially if you don’t know their personal taste well.

A simple, but beautiful decorative bowl filled with orchids (your local florist can create this for you. Just provide them with your container of choice).

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The hostess

With the love of entertaining , comes the love of being entertained.

A beautiful clutch, like this Moyna Horsebit Clutch from Monelle, is always a welcomed gift and quite easy to select with a variety of styles and price points.

The seasoned entertainer

A pretty basket filled thoughtfully will always make a lovely gift. Mi x some store-bought delicacies like cured meats, specialty nuts, and jams and then add a fine wine or champagne with some homemade goodies, (packaged beautifully of course).

Those that make your days easier Keep it simple and give them choice. A beautiful bone inlaid t r i n k e t b o x , f ro m T h e We l l Appointed House, with a Visa or Amex gift card will go a long way.

The newlyweds

A unique but personal idea could be a sentimental photo - perhaps photography from their wedding or honeymoon locale with a framing gift certificate.

With over a thousand weddings on Nantucket annually, an unexpected off-season photo of this island 30 miles out would surely be welcomed by any couple. We love this off-season shot by Nantucket local photographer, Lauren Marttila.

Your love

Perhaps a new weekender with tickets for a weekend getaway to relax post holidays. Think a quaint Vermont B&B with a stop enroute for brunch at Simon Pearce for shopping and viewing the glass-making process by their artisans.

Helpful Tips ■ Shop all year as this helps keeps the “happy” in the holidays by limiting stress as the holidays approach.

■ Present the gift in a timely fashion.

■ Keep a gift journal. Make note of what you give and what you receive.

This will alleviate duplicate gift giving and will help you with “thank you” card writing.

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“The leaves fall, the wind blows, and the farm country slowly changes from the summer cottons into its winter wools.”

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The Glamour of Autumn Photos by: Kim Lynn Photography Further resources listed on the resource page

"As the leaves turn bright colors and the air grows crisp, New England turns its attention from summer to fall. Some might say that fall in New England is the best of the seasons. The diversity of colors, foliage texture, and a new harvest brings fresh life to the landscape in a season of change. The cool breezes and woodsy scents simply demands romance. W hat better way to enjoy the beauty of autumn in New England than with a cozy getaway to a secluded woodsy escape. Often thought of as the end of "the season" we believe fall is just the beginning of the glamour. W hether you are planning a romantic escape to a cabin up north, or a Gatsby-esque dinner party for your closest friends, fall is no longer the stepchild season. Fall is the time for a grand surprise and entertaining like you've never entertained before."

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By changing out a few of the flowers and replacing the glass copper-toned candlesticks with brass, the table takes on a whole new romantic look.

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Bernice Leather Saddle Bag $298 jmclaughlin.com

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Ralph Lauren Vanessa Equestrian Print Silk Shirtdress $2,490 neimanmarcus.com

getting back in the proverbial saddle (instead of a real one) this fall, tweedy jackets are universal.

Stick to neutrals and rich jewel tones for a sophisticated look.

Victtoria A Dressage Boots Price upon request francotucci.com

Quilted Riding Jacket $159 llbean.com

T Smile Bracelet $320 tiffany.com

Lakeshore Equestrian Boot Bag $835 parkaccessories.com

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Square-Frame Acetate Sunglasses $595 gucci.com

Women's Horsebit Loafers $320.00 rancourtandcompany.com

Prestige Optimax Saddle Contact for Pricing arkaequipe.com

Burberry Wool & Cashmere Military Cape $1,595 saksfifthavenue.com

Large Gancio Belt $460 ferragamo.com

Drake's Wool-Suite Pocket Square $95 jcrew.com

Horse Racing Needlepoint Flask $78 brooksbrothers.com

Classic Bedford Watch $175 danielwellington.com

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THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON Submitted by: The Lexington Historical Society Lexington, Massachusetts was incorporated in 1713 and until the events of April 19, 1775, was a small farming town much like others in Eastern Massachusetts. Today it is a busy and pleasant suburb with around 36,000 residents and it never forgets its history.

Lexington Historical Society, along with other nonprofit groups in town, interprets the early days of the American Revolution using the historic homes it maintains, as well as historic sites throughout town. Visitors to Lexington walk in the steps of John Hancock, Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, and George Washington.

The Old Burying Ground dates to 1690 and contains the graves of many well-known Lexingtonians, including those of Captain John Parker of the Lexington militia, ministers John Hancock (Patriot Governor John Hancock’s grandfather) and Jonas Clarke, and an unnamed British soldier who was wounded in Lexington during the battle on April 19 and died a few days later.

The 1737 Hancock-Clarke House was the parsonage for the town of Lexington during the 18th century. It was the home of Reverend Jonas Clarke and patriot guests John Hancock and Samuel Adams were awakened here by Paul Revere and his famous warning in the early hours of April 19.

The 1710 Buckman Tavern was a gathering place for both locals and travelers and the site of many important town meetings. Captain Parker and his militia gathered in this tavern in the early morning hours of April 19, to await the oncoming British troops.

The 1735 Munroe Tavern, one mile east of the town center, was taken over and used by the British troops on their retreat to Boston in the afternoon of April 19. This historic tavern is also where President George Washington dined when he visited Lexington in November 1789.

In the center of town and the center of the story is the Lexington Battle Green where the first battle of the American Revolution took place at dawn on April 19, 1775. You can visit the historical markers and monuments on your own, or schedule a group tour with the Historical Society. If you come in April, you can join thousands of others in experiencing the vivid reenactment of this famous battle.

The Battle Green has costumed tour guides for most of the spring, summer, and fall seasons. The guides, who are employees of the Town of Lexington, serve a function like park rangers. They give free tours of the Green including a detailed account of the events of April 19, 1775 and can answer other questions regarding Lexington’s history and attractions.

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Hartwell Tavern – Lexington, MA Located on what was once “Bay Road”, that ran from Boston to Crown Point, N.Y., is now a historic destination known as Battle Road and part of Minute Man National Park.

Hartwell Tavern was built in 1732 -1733 for Ephraim and Elizabeth Hartwell where they raised nine children. In 1756, Ephraim applied for and received a license to open part of their home as an inn. He and his family continued to do so until the 1780's.

Photography by: Linda Davis

On April 19, 1775, British troops used Battle Road on their way to Concord and again on their way back to Boston. There are no records or stories about soldiers entering the tavern for any reason.

For more information and visitor hours: https://www.nps.gov/mima/index.htm

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A BRUNCH TO GIVE BACK DURING THE SEASON OF GIVING Leslie Toran Interiors Photography by: Tracey E. Photography

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Though not a native New Englander, Leslie Toran, a Connecticut interior designer and founder of Leslie Toran Interiors, LLC, fell in love with Ridgefield, Connecticut and the New England lifestyle almost immediately after she moved to the quaint, colonial town with its rolling hills, winding lanes, and picturesque Main Street.

Leslie came to Connecticut via a circuitous route. She f irst moved from Atlanta , Georgia , w here she was born and raised, to London with her husband and two small children. W hen her husband was offered a job in Manhattan that he could not refuse, the family again relocated, settling in Ridgefield.

Leslie and her family embraced their new hometown and all of the beauty and excitement that living in New England provides. For the first time in her life, Leslie ex perienced a white Christmas, something she had dreamed of since childhood. Leslie, however, missed the southern tradition of a holiday open-house brunch hosted in one’s private home. She comes from a long line of gracious Southern hostesses and she yearned for the festive atmosphere shared with friends over late-morning Mimosas and a buffet of delicious treats. Leslie decided to take matters into her own hands, and on December 10, 2016 hosted a brunch for fifty of her friends.

The day of the brunch was one of those quintessentially beautiful New England December days... crisp, but not too cold, under crystalline blue skies studded with the occasional drifting alabaster cloud. A light dusting of snow carpeted the lawn. Inside her hilltop Colonial home, Leslie created a winter wonderland for her guests.

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Upon arrival, guests were greeted by a parking attendant and ushered into Leslie’s home where a smiling bartender stood ready to offer drinks, including Bloody Mar y ’s and signature Cranberry Mimosas. After mingling over cocktails complemented by festive holiday music from a string ensemble, guests were invited to dine. The sunroom was transformed into a dining room with multiple round tables set with fine linens, china, and crystal, and encircled by silver Chiavari chairs. Each table also boasted a centerpiece of white roses, ranunculus, and greenery in antique mirrored vases. The windows all around were draped with twinkling evergreen swags and wreaths... a fire roared in the fireplace, and a towering tree decorated in blue, silver, and gold stood in one corner of the room. Wait staff circulated offering tea or coffee, in addition to cocktails, wine, and both sparkling and still water.

The formal dining room table, alight with candles in crystal and silver candlesticks, served as the buffet for a collection of delectable dishes, which included a cheese and charcuterie board, a smoked-salmon platter, melon and Serrano jamon skewers, a farmer’s market farro salad, a Moroccan apple and smoked-turkey salad, and three different quiches, all catered by “109 Cheese & Wine” of Ridgefield, Connecticut. In a nod to her Southern heritage, Leslie and her sister Tracey Kitchens, also made Southern buttermilk biscuits, a cheese grits casserole, and their late mother’s recipe for cinnamon rolls.

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The day, however, was far more than décor, food, and conversation. Inspired by her late mother, Beverly Carson Glover, in lieu of a traditional gift exchange, Leslie asked each guest to bring a donation for the local women’s center. Leslie described her mother as a champion of women’s and children’s causes and reminisced about the times during her childhood when her mother would open their home to women and children in crisis. According to Leslie, the principle that one has both the duty and privilege to give back, whatever one’s means, is a principle her family embraced and that she hopes to pass on to her own daughters.

Leslie described herself as “overwhelmed” by the generosity of her friends. The day after the brunch, she and her sister, Tracey, loaded Leslie’s SUV with donations valued at thousands of dollars ranging from gift cards and cash donations to tangible goods including toiletr y items, clothing , and even a child’s “Birthday Party in a Bag.” According to Leslie, there were so many donations, that she and Tracey were concerned about their ability to fit everything into the vehicle. On the way to the women’s center and while unloading the SUV, Leslie and Tracey shared some unexpected happy tears. Needless to say, the volunteers at the women’s center were stunned at the unexpected donation.

Leslie stated that her holiday brunch was such a success, in so many ways, that she plans to make this an annual event.

Being able to host an event that is not only fun for the guests and hostess, but that truly makes a difference in the lives of others is a privilege she will not soon relinquish.

Thoughtful gift donations are packed up and ready to be delivered to the local women’s center.

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On December 9th, the 14th biennial Holiday House Tour will return to Essex, CT presented by the Essex River Valley Auxiliary of the Child & Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut. It will include a walking tour of historic Essex Village featuring seven outstanding homes, a large boutique at the Town Hall, and entrance to the Essex Historical Society 's Pratt House and the Connecticut River Museum. This is an important local fundraiser, attracting people seeking inspiration and ideas for decorating their own living spaces while supporting a great cause. www.childandfamilyagency.com

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Linens – Williams Sonoma – williams-sonoma.com

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