South Shore Home Life & Style - Fall 2019

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CONCRETE BY DESIGN

ENTREPRENEURS WITH EMPATHY

A Hingham company breaks with tradition by transforming homes with highly customized concrete decor.

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PAINTINGS WITH PURPOSE

A Scituate artist discovers a love for art and a way to bring comfort to cancer patients.

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Three women-owned startups based on the South Shore have made environmental and social responsibility part of their business model.

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A FLORAL AFFAIR

Local event planning experts team up to throw a stylish autumn party at Cross Street Flower Farm.

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BREAD WINNER

One man’s backyard bakery in Scituate evolves from a passion project into a full-time business.

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CONTENTS EDITOR LETTER 6 CONTRIBUTORS 8 SHOP LOCAL

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Fall fashion

CALENDAR 26 Events you don’t want to miss

SOCIAL SCENE 40 Party pictures

EAT & DRINK 102 The Grill at Fairview Inn

VIEW FINDER 104

Cover photo at Cross Street Flower Farm in Norwell by Rachel Buckley.

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EMPOWERING WOMEN

From realtors and restaurant owners to dentists and yoga instructors, these inspiring women are the driving force behind some of your favorite local businesses.

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RIVER OF INSPIRATION

Photographer Kjeld Mahoney leads nature and landscape photography workshops on the North River.

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MINDING THE WAGE GAP

Two local women are making strides to increase gender parity in the workplace, both locally and around the world.

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’ve always enjoyed hearing the stories of people who were able to take a nugget of an idea—a vision sketched out on scraps of paper and brainstormed over glasses of wine—and transform it into a successful business.

Our fall Women’s Issue is filled with stories about inspiring local women who have done just that. Writer Jennifer McInerney’s feature “Entrepreneurs with Empathy” spotlights three women-owned businesses based on the South Shore (C2A Clothing, Everybody Water and TOP: The Organic Project) that have embraced environmental and social causes as part of their business model.

When it comes to climbing the corporate ladder, women often encounter invisible barriers such as unconscious bias, unequal pay and missed leadership opportunities. Writer David Kindy’s feature, “Minding the Wage Gap,” highlights the work of two local business leaders who are making strides to promote gender parity in the workplace, both locally and around the world.

Autumn is a beautiful time of year to explore the South Shore.

Writer Kelly Chase’s story, “Bread Winner,” goes behind the scenes at a small backyard bakery in Scituate that supplies local foodies with delicious homemade breads and pastries on a weekly basis. We’ve also included a photo essay of scenic images of the North River from photographer Kjeld Mahoney, a spotlight on fall fashions from local boutiques and a feature that captures the beauty of a stylish autumn dinner party held at Cross Street Flower Farm. This issue also shares an inspiring story about Scituate artist Becky O’Toole, who discovered a love for painting while undergoing chemotherapy and now creates serene seascapes that evoke a sense of peace and comfort in everyone who sees them.

I hope that after reading this magazine you feel inspired to chase your own dreams and explore all that is wonderful about life on the South Shore. We have lots of exciting projects in the works for the coming months, so be sure to follow us on Facebook @southshorehomelifestyle and Instagram @ southshorehls to stay updated. You can read even more great local stories and subscribe to the magazine by visiting our website, southshorehomelifeandstyle.com.

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CONTRIBUTORS

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RACHEL BUCKLEY is a New England based photographer who specializes in lifestyle portraiture and luxury weddings with a love for natural light and genuine human emotion. She is very passionate about finding joy in everyday routines and loves creativity and spontaneity, traveling and adventure. Be sure to check out the feature “A Floral Affair” to see her gorgeous photos of a stylish autumn party at Cross Street Flower Farm in Norwell.

KELLY CHASE is a freelance writer who covers all things New England—from snowmobiling in northern Maine to island hopping on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.

She released her first book about a famous Kennebunkport couple with Down East Books in June 2018. For this issue, she went behind the scenes at Mainstay Bakery in Scituate, a boutique business that supplies its customers with delicious homemade breads and pastries every week. She lives by a cranberry bog in Marshfield with her husband.

JULIA CUMES is a South African-born photographer based on Cape Cod. Her work has appeared in such publications as the New York Times, The Boston Globe and National Geographic. Her blog “Apertures and Anecdotes,” which primarily focuses on her travel photography and photojournalism, features images and stories from around the world. For this issue, she photographed the founders of two inspiring local companies, Everybody Water and C2A Clothing.

Hanover-based photographer JACK FOLEY has been taking photographs for more than 35 years and has won many regional art show awards. He specializes in portraiture and often works for local nonprofits, including Father Bill’s & Mainspring, The Arc of the South Shore, Friendship Home and Massachusetts Hospital School. For this issue, Foley captured concrete home décor and delicious food and drink served up at the Grill at Fairview Inn in Marshfield.

DAVID KINDY is lifelong lover of history.

The Plymouth resident has read, studied, researched and written about a wide range of historical topics, including the American Revolution, Civil War, World War I, World War II and the Pilgrims. For this issue, he interviewed two inspiring local businesswomen who are pushing for progress in the realm of wage equality, both locally and globally.

Photographer KJELD MAHONEY is known for his spectacular wedding photos, family portraits, food photography and scenic fine art images. He recently opened up a new gallery in Scituate, nestled on the banks of the North River and this issue features a collection of his scenic river images. In addition, he captured delectable bakery photos and a series of portraits of local business leaders.

Editorial intern GABRIELLE MARTIN recently completed her third year at Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, where she is pursuing a BA in writing, literature, and publishing. Her creative submissions have been published previously in Black Swan Cultural Magazine, Tiferet Journal and the Kindling Collective. She is spending the summer interning with South Shore Home, Life & Style before embarking to Athens for a semester abroad.

South Shore native JENNIFER H. MCINERNEY has been a writer and editor for 20 years. She has worked for several national and international trade magazines, including Global Traveler and Club Business International. McInerney penned a feature for our fall issue about a trio of inspiring female entrepreneurs, as well as a Scituate artist whose tranquil paintings bring a sense of peace and hope to cancer patients.

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The Peach Backpack Petit Peony is a quintessentially New England children’s clothing brand with a flagship retail location in Duxbury and customers all over the world.

Founded in 2014 by Kate Bowen, the brand is known for its whimsical fabric patterns and classic designs, which are inspired by the lifestyle of Bowen’s young children. The Peach Project is a special line of products inspired by Bowen’s youngest daughter, Georgia, who was born with a serious heart condition. The collection is directly tied to cardiac research, focusing on improving the patient and family healing experience. “Boston Children’s Hospital saved our daughter’s life. Without access to the level of care provided by her divinely assembled team at BCH, Georgia would not be here today,” says Bowen. The Peach Backpack is a collaboration between Petit Peony and Ame & Lulu. This adorable peach print bag is the perfect accessory for your child’s school supplies. A percentage of the profits from each sale are donated to The Peach Project.

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Better Together She’s Local launches the first annual South Shore Conference for Women After driving from her home on Cape Cod to attend the sold-out She’s Local MetroWest Conference for Women last year, Michelle Woodbrey, CEO of 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors, felt both inspired and motivated.

Marching up to the event’s organizer, She’s Local President Jen Maseda, Woodbrey shook her hand and said, “We need a conference like this on the South Shore.”

It turns out, Woodbrey wasn’t the only person who saw a need for a supportive, accessible and relevant women’s conference in the region. By December, plans were already in motion to replicate the She’s Local model on the South Shore. Open meetings were held at the Milton Public Library and 1620 Winery in Plymouth. A community board was created to help coordinate the event and women from across the South Shore and Cape Cod jumped on board to lend their support.

The first annual South Shore Conference for Women will take place at the Boston Quincy Marriott on Friday, October 11 (with an evening reception the night before). The conference will feature 10 speaker panels, more than 40 exhibitors and inspiring keynote presentations by Michelle Cully, CEO of Xpressman Trucking and author of

“The women on our stage are representative of each local community, with at least 75 percent of our speakers coming directly from the cities and towns in the area,” says Maseda. “Our mission is to create an accessible platform for local women, who otherwise might not have the opportunity to connect on a personal level or hear from successful women living parallel lives.”

“Our theme for the event, ‘Our Time Is Now!’ builds off the conversations women are having right now in our society,” says Woodbrey. “When women get together and support other women, it’s amazing what can

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Tickets to the conference are $52 and include breakfast and lunch,

and author of the book “Working Daughter: A

a conference tote and a complimentary wine reception. For more

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Revealing Rivershed Records

By Gabrielle Martin The Southern-style restaurant The Rivershed in Scituate is known for hosting talented musicians from the South Shore and beyond on its barn-board stage.

Owner Kara Tondorff started the label Rivershed Records in May of this year in an effort to increase her involvement in the music industry. She wanted to make it easier for artists to get recognition for their talent and produce professional material. Rivershed Records is also a personal project for Tondorff, who is a singer-songwriter herself.

“I wanted to immerse myself in music, which is what I really love,” says Tondorff.

a private concert at the Rivershed patio stage).

Tondorff expresses excitement to “expose the world of songwriting, which is the pulse of music and the heart of Nashville.” Tondorff lived in Nashville for a

This summer, Rivershed Records is kicking things off

period of time and the city’s culture has influenced

with a contest to discover new artists and songwriters.

many aspects of her career, from the southern-inspired

Tondorff was thrilled to have received around 150

cuisine on The Rivershed’s menu to her decision to

submissions, which she then narrowed down to 12

create Rivershed Records.

finalists. There were three rounds of the competition,

This year has been a whirlwind for Tondorff, is also

with over 200 attendees at each show. The winners of the final performance will be the first to sign with Rivershed Records. Tondorff has teamed up with one of the competition’s judges, Sean McLaughlin, a local producer who owns and operates 37’ Productions out of Rockland, to produce the recordings.

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a VIP event on September 21 which will include

in the process of opening another location of The Rivershed in Braintree, projected to open sometime between late 2019 and early 2020. In addition, Rivershed Records will be producing an album of holiday-themed songs and music, written and recorded by featured musicians, where all proceeds

Tondorff also will be hosting the Rivershed

will be donated to charity. For more information,

Songwriters Festival this fall (September 21-23, with

visit therivershed.com/rivershed-records.

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We’ve made the honor roll again 8 Straight A’s in Patient Safety We’re proud to share our eighth consecutive A rating for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, the nation’s leading nonprofit watchdog on hospital safety.

The A rating puts Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth in the top 5% of all hospitals in the United States for patient safety.* We’ve come a long way so you don’t have to.

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Walking in Her Shoes

By Maria Allen and Photography by Dan Cutrona

Having served as the executive director of Plimoth Plantation for the past 10 years, Ellie Donovan reflects on the importance of public history, the much-anticipated return of the Mayflower in 2020 and what inspires her most about the South Shore’s famed living history museum.

Can you describe the first time you set foot on the grounds of Plimoth Plantation?

It was my fourth grade field trip. I was excited to learn about Native people and the Pilgrims; their stories captured my imagination. I vividly remember the sights and sounds of the village and the crinkly parchment Mayflower Compact I bought in the gift shop.

You first worked at Plimoth Plantation when you were in high school. How did that experience influence your career path?

That early experience defined my life, personally and professionally. I got to sit in training sessions led by Jim Deetz [an American anthropologist considered to be one of the fathers of historical archeology]. Historic places have always inspired me. I explored other careers, but always came back to Plimoth Plantation. It is public history at its very best.

What was your primary goal when you took over as the executive director at Plimoth Plantation in 2009?

First, to steer the museum successfully through the worst national economic crisis since the Great Depression. I set out, together with our dedicated and talented staff and board of trustees, to sail through that financial storm and simultaneously embark

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on a journey of positive transformational change for the museum. I knew that the best sailors don’t complain about the weather, but set the sails differently in order to reach their destination. We (the trustees and staff together) did exactly that.

A decade later the museum is much better and stronger for it.

Plimoth Plantation is known as a “living history” museum. What are the benefits of presenting history in this way?

Our living history educators take on the tasks, wear the clothing and use the tools of 17thcentury daily life. When role playing, they adopt the worldview and customs of people of the time.

The benefit is a profound sense of authenticity for

Many people remember visiting Plimoth

our guests. It can be educational, thought-stirring,

Plantation on a school field trip. How is the

and a lot of fun. Some people prefer to learn from

museum reconnecting with these people and

a contemporary point of view, so we also use that

what are some examples of ways the museum is

method. But “living history” means more than

attempting to reach new audiences?

watching someone plant corn, or marveling at

People frequently reconnect decades after their own

how hard life was “in the olden days.” Plimoth Plantation presents a history that Americans are still living. The American Experiment—that alchemy which brings together people of different cultures to create a whole new one—had its first laboratory here on the South Shore, complete with collaborations and conflicts, brilliant successes and heart-breaking failures, that we as Americans still have today. We have so much to learn from that early venture—about being in conversation and what happens when we don’t communicate, how a democracy works and how it might so easily fail if we don’t keep the flame burning brightly.

first visit because they bring their children or friends.

As adults they realize the complexity of the history we tell, and want to know more. They’re fascinated by the meticulous scholarly research and experimental archaeology we use to create the museum. No two visits are exactly alike, because if nothing else, you have changed. People reconnect through our lively calendar of public programs—unique offerings like Plimoth After Dark, Family Fun Nights, our speaker series, hands-on history workshops, Plimoth Cinema, themed dining and our wonderful museum shops.

Name one of your favorite spots on the Plimoth Plantation campus and explain why it is meaningful.

Impossible! From the top of the fort with its breathtaking view, to the barns housing our heritage breeds livestock, and any bench by any fire on a chilly autumn afternoon, our campus is spectacular.

If I must choose: the Native Homesite looking out on the Eel River. I stand on ground that indigenous people inhabited for thousands of years. It’s there that I perceive viscerally the convergence of Native and English history. I feel with profound empathy the unfathomable complexity of two different groups of people who speak different languages and have different ways of life wanting to inhabit the very same piece of land.

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What are some of Plimoth Plantation’s educational initiatives that you’re most excited about?

Our Center for 17th-Century Studies is a new collaborative community of scholars whose research and work amplify the museum’s mission, collections, and oral histories. Thanks to generous donors, the Center’s newlyrenovated residence can house research fellows and interns year-round. We’re also increasing our emphasis on the beliefs and spiritual lives of the people of the 17th century, and on civics— particularly the role of the Mayflower Compact.

We’re collaborating with Bridgewater State University on a new civics education program and teacher training workshops.

The museum tells the story of the first English colonists and the native Wampanoag people who lived in this region. What do you find to be the most compelling aspect about this period of history?

As with all of human history I find the stories of the people who actually lived it to be compelling–the daily lives of people carried out against the dramatic backdrop of what becomes, through choices made, the history of this country. They had ideas and made decisions that were so big and bold they couldn’t imagine the extent of their consequences and impact. They have transcended time and changed the world.

Describe why the homecoming of Mayflower to Plymouth will be significant to the local and regional community?

Most people on the South Shore know and love Mayflower—she’s the iconic centerpiece of this community. Families who came over on the original ship or soon after established the towns that we call home today, so people feel a strong connection to her. The homecoming will boost

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local and regional businesses as the ship is an economic anchor in the town and commonwealth’s vital tourism industry.

Many business owners tell me their revenues declined sharply with the ship away. Without Mayflower here during peak visitation, we’re in the same boat. Bringing her home will be a joy and a relief.

What is one fascinating fact about the restoration of the Mayflower that people may not know?

The wood needed for the restoration isn’t available at your local lumberyard. We searched all over the country (and world) to find the white oak, live oak and longleaf yellow pine we needed. Mayflower now includes wood from at least eight states and England, of course. Much of her planking is white oak we procured from the Danish Royal Forest.

What are some of the exciting events planned for Mayflower Sails 2020?

Mayflower Sails 2020 is our maritime festival in Boston, May 14 – 19, 2020.

We’ll offer tours of the ship, engaging educational activities for all ages, live music, delicious food, and more. The highlight: Mayflower will sail with the USS Constitution. Mayflower’s homecoming sail to Plymouth Harbor will be on May 21, 2020, followed by celebrations on Memorial Day weekend.

Now that 2020 is on the horizon. What do you see for the future of the museum,

history and heritage; deepening and broadening our base of financial

in the years beyond?

support to sustain the museum; and building on the museum’s role

The 400th anniversary in 2020 is important

as a cultural center for the regional community. I also see children

for commemoration, celebration,

experiencing thought-stirring moments of inspiration, as I did, which

remembrance and reflection. However,

will stay with them throughout their lives. Every fall day, when I see

Plimoth’s board and staff have been

excited children on their first field trip to Plimoth Plantation, I think:

focusing on a new strategic plan that will

Somewhere in that crowd of is our future executive director and

take the museum into the next decade.

board chair. I see in their curious and eager faces a very long and

Looking ahead, I see us opening a new

bright future for this museum.

building that will house performance

For more information, visit plimoth.org, mayflowersails2020.

space and exhibits related to indigenous

com and sailingmayflower.org.

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Liz on Biz The Host: Abington resident Liz Theresa, online business expert Established: November 9, 2016 Topics Covered: Entrepreneurship and Marketing The Message: Named one of 12 podcasts that helps small businesses earn more sales by Forbes Magazine, Liz on Biz is a high-energy show that combines real stories from successful entrepreneurs and lots of laughs in a 30-minute format that keeps listeners coming back each week.

How to Listen: Episodes air every Monday and are available through iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and on LizTheresa.com.

Engage The Room The Host: Weymouth resident Stacey Shipman, public speaker and founder of Engage The Room Established: April 15, 2019

Look Who’s Talking

By Maria Allen Listening to a podcast can be a great way to pass the time during your daily commute (or while you’re folding laundry).

Here are three locally produced podcasts

Topics covered: Workplace culture, emotional intelligence, community & relationship building, courage, entrepreneurship, people-focused leadership, purpose, bringing ideas to life.

The Message: This podcast is focused on the people side of business and leadership.

“I wanted to meet interesting people and have meaningful conversations about work,” says Shipman. “I also wanted to create a platform for them to tell their story and connect with listeners. It’s a privilege to hear these stories.” Stay tuned for in-person events in the coming year.

How to listen: New episodes are posted every Sunday. To listen, visit Engagetheroom.com/podcast or find it on Stitcher, Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google podcasts and iHeartRadio by searching Engaging Voices podcast.

that offer great tips for small businesses and provide a platform for local experts to share inspiring stories.

Boston Knotlight Podcast DIY Podcast

The Host: Hingham resident Nina Pfister and Lauren Gill, co-founders of MAG PR

Do you dream of launching your own podcast? PODSpark has got you covered. The brainchild of McGrath PR and GreenCastle Video Productions, this podcasting service streamlines podcast production challenges and guiding clients through the steps of creating captivating content, interview outlines, recording, editing, hosting, publication, promotion, metrics and marketing. To learn more, visit mcgrathpr.com/podcasting/.

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Topics Covered: Marketing, Public Relations, Growth for Entrepreneurs The Message: A free visibility platform, this podcast spotlights female entrepreneurs from various industries on their journey to success— including both trials and triumphs and expert tips on growth. “Our mantra is: community over competition, with the goal of bringing female founders together to share, explore and inspire,” says Pfister.

How to Listen: New episodes air monthly mooringadvisorygroup. com/podcast and are also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes and the SoundCloud App.

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Luxury Homes Gail has represented many of the sales of the most exclusive and expensive homes across the South Shore.

Transitions for Downsizers Gail is the President of Transitions which assists Seniors and Rightsizers in transitioning from their family homestead to a more manageable lifestyle.

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New Construction and Development Gail has been the broker for most of the area’s new subdivisions from Conservatory Park to Derby Brook.

Antique Homes Gail is the only broker in the South Shore who is certified by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to market unique and antique properties.

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Crisp autumn air has arrived, which means it’s the perfect time to update your wardrobe. Get inspired by these easy-to-wear fall looks from South Shore boutiques.

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Sealed With A Kiss Top; Zoe Skinny Nightfall Jean

Leopard Dot Shirt; Polished Wonderstretch pant

Key Player Jacket (Coppermine); No Limits Sweater (Indigo Mix); Zoe Skinny Nightfall Jean

Savannah Spot Jacket; Vital V-Neck Sweater; Polished Wonderstretch pant

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SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 20 King Richard’s Faire Held on weekends and holiday Mondays between August 31 and October 20, King Richard’s Faire is the largest and longest-running Renaissance festival. The woods of Carver are filled with minstrels, handsome knights, fire-eating entertainers, wacky wenches, frolicking faeries, talented dancers and artisans, exotic tigers and more.

Visitors can travel back in time and escape reality on 80 acres of enchanted woods and experience the entertainment, food, and shopping. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., 235 Main St., Carver, 508-866-5391, kingrichardsfaire.net

September 1 – Ongoing Tending the Fires: Recent Acquisitions in Clay This exhibition presents recent additions to Fuller Craft’s ceramic

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collection. Works represent a range of processes and conceptual approaches in clay, from Cheryl Ann Thomas’s slumped, coiled sculpture to Jun Kaneko’s painterly “dango” to Steven Young Lee’s deconstructed pot. Figuration also comes into play, with strong examples by Patti Warashina, Akio Takamori, and Tip Toland. Fuller Craft Museum is proud to shine a light on the clay triumphs of these renowned ceramicists while proudly displaying the institution’s recent collecting achievements.

Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St., Brockton, 508-588-6000, fullercraft. org

SEPTEMBER 3 - OCTOBER 29 Food Truck Tuesdays at the Hanover Mall Introducing the second season of Food Truck Tuesdays. This event takes place every Tuesday, through October 29 in the J.C. Penny parking lot at the Hanover Mall.

There will be fabulous food trucks

in addition to live music, cars on display from Spindles Auto Club, lawn games, and other fun activities.

Hosted by the South Shore Food Truck Association. 4 - 7:30 p.m., 1775 Washington St., Hanover, southshorefoodtruckassociation.org

SEPTEMBER 4 - OCTOBER 23 Barnyard Story Hour at Weir River Farm Barnyard stories really come to life when you get to meet the main characters up close and personal.

Bring the kids down to Weir River Farm for our farm fresh version of story time: explore the barnyard and meet residents such as Billy the goat or Kiwi the pony, then gather around for a farm story from one of our farmers! The barnyard opens to the public at 10 a.m., and a story will be read at 10:45 a.m. This event is appropriate for infants to 6-yearolds. No pre-registration is required for this program; admission is free for adult and children members and

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nonmember adults. Non-member children are $5. Parking is located at 140 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham. thetrustees.org

SEPTEMBER 5 - NOVEMBER 28 Plymouth Farmers Market The Plymouth Farmers Market at Plimoth Plantation is a diverse market showcasing local musicians and lots of delicious food hosted every Thursday from 2:30-6:30 p.m. through November. Local farmers, bakers and artisans greet guests with bites, tastes and smells of real, good food. Use the Plimoth Plantation River Street entrance for best access. 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, plymouthfarmersmarket.org

SEPTEMBER 5 - OCTOBER 10 Cohasset Farmers Market The Cohasset Farmers Market is open rain or shine every Thursday on the historic Cohasset Common opposite the Town Hall, between Main Street and Highland Avenue. Market time is 2-6 p.m. In event of severe weather, visit the Cohasset Farmer’s Market Facebook page for updates. Parking is available on Main Street, in the town hall parking lot after 4 p.m. For more information, visit cohassetfarmersmarket.com.

SEPTEMBER 6 Lenny Clarke at The Spire Center Lenny Clarke is a Boston-based but nationallyknown comedian who is a regular in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and top clubs around the country. He has been seen on Comedy Central in addition to making television appearances on series such as “Rescue Me,” The Job,” and “Burn Notice.” His film credit list is extensive as well, and includes “Stronger,” When Stand Up Stood Out,” “Fever Pitch,” and “Monument Men.” Show at 8 p.m. The Spire Center, 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth. For tickets, visit spirecenter.org

SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 4 Marshfield Farmers Markets Indoor/outdoor, family-friendly farmers market with organic and conventional produce, hot and cold foods, live music, children’s activities, and farm-fresh products from local farmers, chefs and artisans. Free parking and admission for all who attend.

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Grandstands, the Marshfield Farmers’ Market is open every Friday 1-5 p.m. through October. For more information, visit marshfieldfair.org/ farmers-market/.

SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 18 Family Fun Nights at the South Shore YMCA Every Friday from 5-7 p.m., the tennis, youth and family, aquatics, fitness, sports and art departments will host a variety of free, structured activities and games for families at the YMCA Emilson, located at 75 Mill Street, Hanover. Simply Dunn Cafe will provide dinner for families to enjoy together for a flat fee. Each weekly Family Fun Night is themed. Visit ssymca.org/location/emilson-ymca/ for details.

SEPTEMBER 7 Third Annual Hingham Harbor Feast Hingham Maritime Center will host

the 3rd Annual Hingham Harbor Feast, a unique and exciting waterside celebration to usher in the fall season and celebrate the development of Hingham’s Barnes Wharf. This 3rd annual dinner event will be held on Hingham’s beautiful and historic harbor. Proceeds from the evening will raise funds to help the Hingham Maritime Center achieve its non-profit mission of providing year-round, world-class sailing and rowing programs and access to surrounding communities to Hingham Harbor, regardless of ability to pay. Guests will enjoy seaside cocktails, local fare and live music. Proceeds go to providing an accessible waterfront facility for the South Shore community and beyond.

6:30-10:30 p.m. Hingham Maritime Festival, 23 Summer St., Hingham. For tickets, visit hinghammaritime.org.

Join Nutmeg the pony, Billy the goat and other barnyard friends at Weir River Farm every Saturday for the Open Barnyard. Visit the barnyard with your family to brush a goat, make a barnyard craft, pet a chicken, and more; talk to a friendly farmer and learn more about life on the farm!

While you’re here, take a walk on one of our many trails. No registration required. Adult admission is free. $5 for Trustees member children and $10 for nonmember children.

Parking located at 140 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). For more information, visit thetrustees.org.

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SEPTEMBER 7 Marshfield LobsterFest Seafood lovers will enjoy attending the Marshfield LobsterFest. This event will feature locally-sourced food, locally-brewed beer, live entertainment, local artisans, coastal-themed activities, educational opportunities and much more. For more information, visit marshfieldlobsterfest.com.

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SEPTEMBER 8 Dancing with the Dignitaries Plymouth County Suicide Prevention Coalition is teaming up with Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Plymouth to host Dancing with the Dignitaries. This fundraiser event includes a buffet dinner, cash bar, raffle prizes, and dance performances by professional and amateur dancers from the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Plymouth.

Doors open at 2:30 p.m. and the dancing starts at 3 p.m. Tickets $40 per person.

Under 18 $20. Tickets for those under 18 are available through Jennie Babcock at jbabcock13@comcast.net or 508-2549320. Emerald Hall, 30 Central St, Abington.

For tickets and more information, visit the Plymouth County Suicide Prevention Coalition Facebook page.

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SEPTEMBER 8 America’s Hometown Throwdown Chef Competition Eight chefs from Plymouth and beyond, will be competing at this unique and entertaining event. Attendees are invited to watch three fast-paced rounds of cooking. Secret ingredients, Mayflower beer, and crowd encouragement make each round an engaging experience.

The event includes food from each of the eight restaurants, a beer garden and cooking demonstrations. There will also be a bartender competition between cooking rounds. For this year’s event, Mayflower Brewing Company is teaming up against hunger with Plymouth Sunrise Rotary to benefit South Shore Community Action Council’s Food Resources Program which coordinates the collection, storage and distribution of emergency food relief for hungry people of all ages throughout the South Shore.

11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Mayflower Brewing Company, 12 Resnik Road, Plymouth, mayflowerbrewing.com

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SEPTEMBER 13 Norwell Community Movie Night, “The Goonies” Norwell Recreation Department welcomes families to its upcoming Norwell Town Common Community Outdoor Movie Night. A screening of “The Goonies” will begin at 6:55 p.m. at the Norwell Town Common (the triangle located at the corner of Main Street and River Street). This movie is rated PG and is an all-ages event. Don’t forget to bring your blankets, lawn chairs, bug spray, flashlights, snacks and beverages; alcohol is not permitted. In either the existence or threat of rain, the film will be shown at the same date and time indoors at The Cushing Center. Parking will be available at The Cushing Center and 690 Main Street (formerly McGreal’s).

Please follow the Norwell Recreation Department Facebook page for updates, or contact them at 781-659-8046.

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SEPTEMBER 13 Under the Harvest Moon Party Join us for a rustic celebration of the Harvest Moon at Holly Hill Farm. There will be live music by The Old Oaken Bucket Band, incredible auction prizes, and food just picked from our fields prepared by Best of Boston Chef Greg Jordan. Come toast with the goats and howl under the moon. Attire is farmchic (mud-proof shoes recommended).

6-9 p.m. Tickets are $75, and can be purchased at hollyhillfarm.org/events.

SEPTEMBER 14 - 15 43rd Annual Corn Festival Popular with families across the region, the 43rd Annual Corn Festival is an event celebrating the fall harvest and natural and cultural heritage of New England. This event includes activities such as hay rides and craft demonstrations. In addition, the festival will feature scheduled events which includes animal presentations and live music ranging from the oldies to bluegrass, folk, and country. Tickets for the event can be purchased at the door. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on both September 14 and September 15. South Shore Natural Science Center at 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell For more information, visit southshorenaturalsciencecenter.org.

SEPTEMBER 14 Endless Summer Waterfront Festival The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival is a free event hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce. It is a celebration of Hull’s great community of people, businesses, schools and town departments and is a reminder to everyone on the South Shore that Hull is open year-round. 12-5 p.m. For more information, visit hullchamber.com/ endless-summer.

SEPTEMBER 14 Imagination Movers Plymouth Rocks presents Imagination Movers, a group known as a highenergy, interactive live music act. Over the last decade, they have entertained www.southshorehomelifeandstyle.com

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Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court St., Plymouth, imaginationmovers.com

SEPTEMBER 14 A Roaring 20s Affair A unique fundraising event featuring cocktails, tastings, nibbles, dancing, desserts, vintage entertainment, and more! Guests are invited to come in Jazz Age costumes and enjoy the party of the year at Plymouth’s premier waterfront location, the 1809 Hedge House.

Tickets: $75 per person. All proceeds support the Plymouth Antiquarian Society, now celebrating 100 years of preserving local history. 6-9 p.m. 126 Water St., Plymouth Call 508-746-0012, plymouthantiquarian.org

SEPTEMBER 19 Norwell Farms Pop-up Farm Stand Come hang out, shop, eat, play and enjoy a wonderful afternoon at Norwell Farms. There will be local vendors, a DIY bouquet bar, a fresh, local organic produce stand, food and beer trucks, live music, lawn games and more, so bring your reusable grocery tote to stock up on amazing organic, locally-grown produce. Admission is free. 4-7 p.m. 4 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, norwellfarms.org

SEPTEMBER 21 Company Theatre’s 40th Anniversary Review The Company Theatre will celebrate its 40th anniversary season with a memorable musical revue, spanning four decades of outstanding musical theatre. The performance will feature beloved and exciting Broadway show-stoppers and performances by a large cast of Company Theatre alums.

Proceeds benefit The Company Theatre Legacy Fund. Tickets $50. 4 p.m. and

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SEPTEMBER 21 Annual Fall Festival at Weir River Farm Come celebrate the fall harvest season with some good old-fashioned fun at one the last working farms in Hingham.

Grab your friends and family and join us at Weir River Farm for the annual Fall Festival. Visit the farm animals, climb aboard a tractor, paint a pumpkin, learn about beekeeping and how to make apple cider and enjoy a Clydesdaledrawn wagon ride tour of the property.

While you are at the event, be sure to stop by Weir River Farm Market to purchase some beef, pork, lamb or chicken raised right on the farm. There will also be old-fashioned games like egg and spoon races, crafts, face painting, farm tattoos, live music and food trucks. Admission includes everything except food, beverages, and wagon rides. This event runs rain or shine. Admission fee is per family.

Trustees members don’t forget your membership card to receive discounted admission. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Member adults $8, member children $5, member family: $25, nonmember adult $10, nonmember child $8, nonmember family $30. Weir River Farm, 140 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, 781-740-7233, thetrustees.org

SEPTEMBER 27 Parsonsfield Performs at The Spire The band Parsonsfield’s joy is palpable.

They trade instruments, share microphones and shoot each other big grins. They sing in tight multi-part harmonies, their voices blending like they’ve been doing this together all their lives. That’s because Parsonsfield is a family band, not by birth but by choice.

And with an album this thrilling, it’s only a matter of time before you share their same enthusiasm. Listen closely at the top of “Don’t Get Excited” and you’ll

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hear the clatter of a cyclist crossing the rickety bridge over the river. That’s the sound of Parsonsfield inviting you into the axe factory. It’s time to begin ‘Blooming Through The Black.’ Good luck not getting excited. Tickets $25.

Show starts at 8 p.m. 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth, 508-746-4488, spirecenter.org

SEPTEMBER 27 Second Annual Adult Prom The nonprofit To The Moon And Back, Inc. is leading the way in supporting, educating and advocating for children born with in utero substance exposure and their caregivers on the long term effects and needs of our children. Don your best prom attire and prepare to enjoy an amazing night while raising funds for the smallest victims of the opioid crisis. Guests enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and amazing live entertainment. 6:30-11 p.m. Alden Park Bar and Grill, 160 Colony Place, Plymouth, aldenparkrestaurant.com/ pages/adult-prom

SEPTEMBER 28 Plymouth Phil’s Opening Night Plymouth Philharmonic’s opening night will feature “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.” Composer Paul Dukas drew his inspiration from the poem by Goethe, popularized by Walt Disney’s film “Fantasia.” Elena Roussanova Lucas’ suite: “Moments of Arrival” sparks wonder and reflection with music illustrating the spirit of nature and the excitement of travel; Saint-Saëns magnetic and heavenly “Symphony No. 3” casts its own spell with intensive bursts of organ in a piece that flows, transcends, and swirls the theme to a grand, levitating culmination. Please be advised that balcony seats have limited leg room. Memorial Hall, located, 83 Court St., Plymouth, 508-746-8008, plymouthphil.org

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Nantasket Beach and follows the coastline through Cohasset and into a shaded Scituate neighborhood before doubling back on itself, giving runners a second view of the scenery. This half marathon benefits the American Liver Foundation as well as local Cohasset, Scituate and Hull charities. Race start time is 7:30 a.m. The field is limited to 400 runners so it’s pretty cozy. Join your fellow marathoners at HK Too (formerly Barefoot Bob’s) following the awards ceremony for their post-race party, where runner will be given 10 percent off selected appetizers. For more information, visit ss3bm.com.

September 28, 2019 – May 3, 2020 Human Impact: Stories of the Opioid Epidemic Artistic expression has long been an effective vehicle to explore critical societal issues and engage communities. Human Impact: Stories of the Opioid Epidemic, an exhibition at Fuller Craft Museum, aims to

broaden awareness of the opioid epidemic and its ruinous effect, while offering messages of hope, resiliency and recovery. The exhibition brings together 11 artists working in craft-based media to explore the consequences of the opioid crisis through the lens of those who have been deeply impacted. To inform the creative process, the invited artists participated in substance use training by High Point Treatment Center, and then met with affected families for intimate conversations about their experiences with opiates and substance use. 455 Oak St., in Brockton, 508-588-6000, fullercraft.org

SEPTEMBER 29 95th Annual Hingham Historic House Tour The Hingham Historical Society invites you to the 95th annual Historic House Tour. This one-day only event is the oldest running annual house tour in America. Attendees will enjoy

a self-guided tour of several private residences and public venues of historic importance. Tickets are $35/ per person in advance and for Society members, and $40/per person on the day of the tour. All proceeds benefit the Hingham Historical Society. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 781-749-7721 or visit HinghamHistorical.org.

OCTOBER OCTOBER 3 Hogtoberfest

South Shore Chamber of Commerce and Eat South Shore present Hogtoberfest 2, an outdoor event featuring local chefs battling for the title of best barbecue. Guests can dine on seasonal dishes made with apples and cranberries and beers from five local breweries. Attendees will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite barbecue and spend the evening socializing with other chamber members and guests. $50 per person or $250 for groups of six

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tickets. $60 per person at the door (cash only). This is a 21+ event. South Shore Country Club, southshorechamber.org

OCTOBER 4 Moondance: A Tribute to Van Morrison at The Spire Center Rock and roll doesn’t get any better than Van Morrison, from classic songs like “Brown Eyed Girl” and “Domino” to legendary tunes like “Tupelo Honey” and “Into The Mystic,” the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has never failed to impress music lovers around the globe. Moondance is the ultimate Van Morrison Tribute concert. Tickets $26. Show starts at 8 p.m. 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth, 508-746-4488, spirecenter.org

OCTOBER 4 - 20 The Company Theatre Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” William Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy of love and errors, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” marked the birth of The Company Theatre, located at, Norwell. Directed by founders Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman in 1979, magic was achieved in a church basement with a group of eager young actors and sets made from painted refrigerator boxes. In celebration of the theater’s 40th year, Shakespeare’s most beloved work returns to the stage in a glorious and elaborate version that will capture the hearts of all who love fantasy and enjoy Shakespeare. A grand and eclectic cast, divine choreography, enchanting sets, gorgeous costumes, and the captivating Mendelssohn score will all come together in this special revival. The lovers, the actors, the fairies, the royals, and the mischievous satyr Puck collide in a world in which the human and divine are pitted against one another, resulting in a hilarious and chaotic frenzy. This abridged version will delight the entire family. Tickets $30. 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell, 781-871-2787, companytheatre.com

OCTOBER 5 Race to Stop Cancer Now This race includes a 2-mile and 5-mile routes and benefits the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Online registration will be open through the end of the day on October 3. Registration and bib pickup on race day will open at 8 a.m. at the starting line.

The race begins at 9 a.m. Walkers are welcome. People with running strollers, please start in the back. No dogs permitted.

The T-shirt deadline is September 24. southshorerace.com

OCTOBER 5 The Glynnt Festival The Glynnt Festival is a tribute and a fundraiser celebrating the life of Joshua Glynnt, a man whose foundation was built on love and music. Led by his father, Matt, the Glynnt Festival raises money to build amazing music-based learning spaces in the Plymouth area. It is an event you won’t soon forget, hosting four bands (Young Frontier, Old Fox Band,

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QuadraFunk and Aldous Collins Band), food trucks as well beer and wine gardens, all right on the waterfront at Plymouth Station at Cordage Park. 2-8 p.m. Tickets are $45 - $100. To purchase tickets, visit plymouthareaevents.com.

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OCTOBER 9 Music from the Movies South Shore Conservatory’s Coffee Break Concert Series presents Music from the Movies, featuring Holly Jennings, soprano, Sarah Troxler, piano, and Jesse Stiglich, drums.

Familiar repertoire includes beloved songs from musicals, such as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “Ten Minutes Ago,” “When I Marry Mr. Snow,” and “If I Were a Bell.” Sponsored by Diane and Gary Glick, the performance is free and open to the public. 11 a.m., Laura Center for the Arts, 97 Mill Street, Hanover, sscmusic.org

OCTOBER 10, 11 South Shore Conference for Women Join hundreds of local South Shore women for a full day of learning and connecting at the first annual South Shore Conference For Women at the Boston Marriott Quincy. Come hear two incredible local keynote speakers, Michelle Cully and Liz O’Donnell, and learn from over 30 South Shore panelists and moderators featured in 10 breakout sessions. Topics include personal prosperity, professional success, entrepreneurship and leadership, health and wellbeing, and family. Tickets are $52. Purchase your tickets to both the Friday night VIP reception and Saturday conference by visiting sheslocal.org/south-shore/.

OCTOBER 11 - NOVEMBER 30 New England Harvest Feast Take a savory journey into the past at Plimoth Plantation. An evening of entertainment and hospitality awaits gusts as they sit down to a 17thcentury meal filled with the finest food that the season of plenty has to offer.

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There is family-style dinner service with pre-assigned seating. A modern host will guide guests through the meal while reenactors from the past and historians from today answer questions about England and Plymouth, old and new. During dinner, the audience will be entertained with centuries-old psalms and songs. 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth. Tickets can be purchased at plimoth.org.

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The Mad Love Musical Festival is a one-day outdoor celebration featuring local musicians, food and drink and activities for the whole family.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Dave Jodka Scholarship for Future Rockers at South Shore Conservatory, which enables students from all backgrounds to experience the love of music that Dave inspired in his family and in his life. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Jane Carr Amphitheater, Hingham, For tickets, visit madlovemusicfestival.org.

OCTOBER 18 Makin’ Some Noise:

On Oct. 2, 2017, news that Tom Petty had died sent a seismic shock wave through the musical universe. Makin’ Some Noise is a 7-piece band of Boston-based musicians who came together to celebrate the legacy of an indisputable American music icon.

Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets $28. 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth, 508-746-4488, spirecenter.org

It’s Mass Audubon’s biggest South Shore celebration of the year. Head on down to Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary where the grasslands will be transformed into a festival of fall fun. With tractor-drawn hayrides through beautiful fields, live bluegrass music, educational presentations, games, crafts, artisans, delicious food, and more. All farm day proceeds help Mass Audubon’s South Shore sanctuaries continue to protect and steward over 2,000 acres of land on the South Shore and provide quality educational programming. This annual FALL 2019 | SOUTH SHORE - HOME, LIFE & STYLE

event celebrates Mass Audubon’s 1984 acquisition of the Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, which protected over 500 acres of important habitat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Winslow Cemetery Road, Marshfield, 781837-9400, massaudubon.org/southshore

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OCTOBER 20 Renegade Run Obstacle Course Race Renegade Run is an experience where the community and families come together to find a cure for type 1 diabetes, a disease that affects about 3 million Americans.

The racecourse is comprised of four miles of paved trails and wooded terrain with over 25 obstacles including monkey bars to cross, calls and cargo nets to climb, and tunnels to crawl through. There will be cash prizes as well as a referral incentive discount for racers who want to start a team and fundraise. The course is open to the public so you can cheer on, take pictures or meet your runner anywhere along the route! There will be free T-shirts for all registrants, a complimentary beer for those 21+, finisher medals for those who complete the race, free parking and no spectator fee. Other activities include a Mini Renegade Run Obstacle Course for kids, live concert, rock climbing tower, food trucks, vendors and a beer tent. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bare Cove Park. To register, visit typeonerenegaderun.com.

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NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 1 Comedy Night with Steve Sweeney

The Spire Center is hosting Steve Sweeney, a legendary Boston-based comedian who is a master of dialects and character voices. He has appeared in virtually every major club throughout the country, has television appearances too numerous to mention and has appeared in such films as “Sweeney Killing Sweeney,” “Me Myself and Irene,” “There’s Something About Mary,” “Back to School,” “Celtic Pride,” and more. Sweeney has been a featured on major television shows including David Letterman, Evening at the Improv, Comics

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The performance will feature members of the Scituate community—our friends, neighbors, and local celebrities — telling 5-minute hand-picked and personal tales on the theme “Weathering the Storm.”

Storytellers will hone their stories as part of a four-part workshop series under the direction of expert and award-winning storytellers, Andrea Lovett and Meghann Perry. Emceed

by SHS graduate and local comedienne Jen Mauceri and featuring special guest story teller (and Scituate resident) Jim Lonborg, with a unique performance by Roger Dawley, the event promises to leave audience members feeling inspired, entertained, and hopefully, more connected to one another 9:40and PM the community through the uniquely human art of storytelling. There will be a silent auction with a variety of items to bid on the evening of the event. 7 p.m.

Tickets $30 in advance; $40 at the door.

Scituate Center for Performing Arts, 606 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, scituateeducationfoundation.org

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Formed in Sleepy Hollow, New York, over a decade ago, they pioneered the alt-folk circuit, staying on the fringes of the music industry. Winning support from indie radio and press since their inception, fans fueled their career from the ground up to an international status. Having headlined major music festivals and venues across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, this band has a devoted following. 8 p.m. Tickets $25. 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth, 508-7464488, spirecenter.org

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The McCourt Foundation hosted its annual gala at the Boston Harbor Hotel on May 10. The evening included live entertainment by the World Premier Band, delicious food and a silent auction. The money raised goes to support the foundation’s commitment to helping patients and families affected by neurologic diseases.

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NVNA and Hospice held its annual charitable event and garden party, The 12, an evening to support the Pat Roche Hospice Home, on June 19. More than 450 guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner and a live performance by Grammy Award-winner Paula Cole. The event raised $272,000 to support Hingham’s Pat Roche Hospice Home.

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The Company Theatre’s 40th Anniversary Gala took place on June 15 at the Paragon Carousel and the Nantasket Beach Resort in Hull. The event raised $55,000 for the theater, giving it the opportunity to continue to grow.

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A Hingham company breaks with tradition by transforming homes with highly customized concrete decor.

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n a warehouse workshop just behind Derby Street Shops in Hingham, Peter Somers spends his days making all sorts of objects out of concrete–some practical and others whimsical.

Somers never planned on becoming a concrete fabricator. About 16 years ago, while planning a kitchen renovation for his Hull home, Somers’ wife found concrete countertops in a home magazine and wanted to give them a try. Unable to find any local companies to make them, Somers sent away for books and DVDs and taught himself how to build them.

“What I discovered is that concrete countertops began appearing in California as early as the 1980s,” says Somers. “Here in New England, we are very slow to adopt new building techniques and materials. In fact, we are usually about 20 to 30 years behind trend. We like our traditions.”

Having worked as a general contractor for many years, Somers saw concrete as a new opportunity and decided to add custom countertops to the mix of products and services he offered. “One of the first projects we did was the countertops for Jonathan Kraft’s summer house on Cape Cod,” says Somers.

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When the economy crashed in 2008, Somers decided to focus all of his energy on learning the ins and outs of concrete.

“I went to California and took classes in concrete fabrication with Fu-Teng Cheng, who is considered one of two masters of the art,” says Somers. As he became increasingly adept at working with the medium, Somers expanded far beyond countertops and began fabricating custom fire pits, surrounds for showers and fireplaces, wall tiles, bathroom sinks, outdoor kitchen areas and tables. He also offers customers a range of highly customized finishes and colors.

“Most people probably envision a dull gray when they think of concrete, but it can be polished, ground, tinted, stained or stamped

Concrete can be tinted, stained or stamped to allow almost endless creative possibilities.

Below: A “fruit bowl” indentation in a concrete counter was decorated with sea glass.

to allow almost endless creative possibilities.

I can match any color by adding pigments to the concrete blend. Alternatively, you can have a clean white concrete. We can also do interesting acid stains that come in six colors including green and blue. We can even embed sentimental mementos, fossils, stones, shells, metal pieces or other interesting items into the finished product,” says Somers.

Each concrete creation is one-of-a-kind and is an expression of both the homeowner and the fabricator. It’s no accident that Somers named his business “Concretepoetry.”

Hull residents Max and Rebecca Horn were early adopters of concrete decor and hired Somers for multiple projects. The couple lives in a net-zero home perched high on a bluff overlooking Nantasket Beach. In the bathroom and kitchen, concrete counters were inlaid with whimsical beach glass designs, while a small

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concrete bar in the family room was adorned with brass keys (a tribute to the homeowner’s career in real estate management). Somers also created a concave “fruit bowl” feature for the corner of the kitchen counter and sleek window sills, set close to the floor so the family can display photographs and houseplants without obstructing the jawdropping water views.

Not far down the road, in a house overlooking the Boston skyline, Janice and Mike Dunphy are pleased that they chose to install concrete counters as part of their kitchen renovation. Somers was able to tint the concrete to match the homeowners’ specifications and also engrave the family name into the edge of the counter backsplash.

“We think of ourselves as artisans and we work closely with homeowners and project managers to make sure they are getting exactly what they envision,” says Somers. “It is a very different experience from picking out a granite slab in a warehouse.”

Not surprisingly, Somers’ services are in high demand throughout New England and beyond and he was once featured on an episode of “Ask This Old House.” Some of his high-profile corporate clients have included businesses like Microsoft, Samuel Adams, Legal Sea Foods, Pottery Barn, the Institute of Contemporary Art and the Ritz-Carlton in

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Boston, for which Somers made enormous concrete planters (3 feet by 4 feet) to grace the hotel entrance.

Last year, Somers moved his operations to a warehouse behind Derby Street Shops in Hingham and began offering concrete classes to the general public. “I absolutely love to teach and I love showing people that they can do a lot of projects on their

Decorative concreate “dragon eggs”

own,” says Somers.

One of his most popular classes, “Playing with Concrete,” introduces students to the basics of working with the material. Participants learn how to mix concrete, use molds and work with different colors, textures and finishes. Each student goes home with several finished pieces.

For those with less time, there’s a two-hour “Thirsty Thursday” evening class that teaches participants how to create decorative concrete “dragon eggs.”

To begin, students enrobe balloons with a layer of concrete. After the concrete has dried the balloons are popped, leaving a thin concrete shell that can be spray-painted with a reflective color. The finished eggs make unique candleholders or conversation pieces.

In the coming months, Somers will begin leading classes in basic home repair. “I plan to offer a series that includes basics like how to change a light fixture, install tile and repair screens,” says Somers. “I firmly believe that everyone is capable of doing these things and I love showing people that it’s really not that difficult.”

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Three women-owned startups based on the South Shore have made environmental and social responsibility part of their business model.

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e live in an age where conscious consumers are beginning to influence the way many businesses operate. Three women-owned startups here on the South Shore are making waves with their big ideas and their commitment to turning a portion of their profits into positive change. In addition to supporting important environmental and social causes, these businesses— Everybody Water, C2A (Call to Action) Clothing and TOP (The Organic Project)—are attempting to alter the business-as-usual mindset, sparking conversation and inviting consumers to join them in making a change.

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Creating a Ripple Effect with Life-Changing Water Long before they cofounded Everybody Water, Cohasset residents Megan Hayes and Kimberly Reilly were friends and neighbors. Both were working moms and shared an entrepreneurial spirit. Hayes worked in corporate recruiting and headhunting for Digitas and Microsoft, while Reilly, a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, operated a custom lighting design company.

At just about the same time, both women realized that they had reached a career crossroads. “I got to a point where I wanted to do something more accessible, with a social impact,” says Reilly.

Once the friends decided to join forces, they took the time to research and explore their options to find an avenue where they could make the strongest impact.

Having traveled extensively, they sought to include global concerns—which brought their focus to some of the world’s poorest populations.

“One of the fundamental problems we identified was a lack of easily available water,” says Hayes. “In villages that have no running water, the women and children spend up to five hours a day lugging water from the village pump back to their homes instead of going to school or earning an income. It’s really holding them back.”

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villages, Hayes and Reilly were interested in supporting a permanent solution to this problem with the construction of infrastructure systems that would bring water directly into residents’ homes, in the form of kitchen faucets, showers and toilets. They decided to partner with Water1st International, a nonprofit organization that provides sustainable and sanitary water projects to impoverished communities in Honduras, Mozambique, Bangladesh and Ethiopia. According to Water1st, 100 million children, primarily girls, receive no education because they are busy hauling water.

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On the front end of their business, Hayes and Reilly wanted to employ water as a vehicle for helping to fund global water projects, but

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they were uneasy about bottled water and the adverse implications of its packaging on the environment. They ultimately discovered Tetra Pak, an eco-friendly substitute to plastic water bottles. Everybody Water’s recyclable cartons are made from paperboard derived from responsibly managed forests, and the bio-based caps are manufactured from sugarcane. The water is purified in Michigan by reverse osmosis.

In the three years since they launched Everybody Water, Hayes and Reilly have had the opportunity to visit some of the project sites that their company supports, including in Honduras and Bangladesh.

They’ve witnessed the changes that Everybody Water has helped bring to fruition. In addition to having access to clean running water, villagers now have hope. especially on the young girls,” notes Reilly. “The girls are filled with big ambitions, now that they don’t have to spend their time lugging water.”

Everybody Water’s first shipment of water became available to consumers in early 2019 and the

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“It’s amazing to see the effect these projects have,

company quickly became the talk of the town. In June they hydrated the athletes at the Cohasset Triathlon and in July they served as the official water at the Levitate Music and Arts Festival held at the Marshfield Fairgrounds (no plastic water bottles were sold).

Everybody Water is available online and at retail locations across the South Shore. Cohasset locations include: Seabird Coffee and Co., Atlantic Bagel, Peel Pizza Company, The Daily Press, The Fresh Feast, Balance Studio, the Snack Shack at Sandy Beach and Anchor & Sail General Store.

In Hingham, the water is available at: Cracker Barrel, Lululemon, The Green Light, Bloomy Rind, Krigsman Yoga and The Barre Method. It can also be purchased at Paragon Boardwalk in Hull, Vela Juice Bar in Plymouth, Quench in Scituate, the Norwell General Store, and Reynolds Package Store in Norwell, among others. For more information, visit everybodywater.com.

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Setting the Pace of Slow Fashion As young as 4 years old, Hingham’s Jill Palese had a glimpse of her future career as a fashion designer.

When playing with her dolls, she would envision more beautiful outfits and bring sketches to her mother to sew on a daily basis. Once it became clear that her daughter’s passion for clothing design was not a passing trend, her mother taught Palese how to sew and she began bringing her own creations to life.

Throughout her teenage years, Palese designed skating costumes not only for herself but for other skaters who admired her work. She also made custom prom dresses and other special-occasion gowns in high school and college.

Palese went on to pursue her degree at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, where she focused on active sportswear that could be worn for

SLOW FASHION—a movement

more than one purpose and more than one season.

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slowly, with a long, gradual lifespan.

two decades, Palese became a fan of slow fashion—a movement characterized as style that unfolds slowly, with a long, gradual lifespan. It’s a more responsible, less wasteful way of carefully creating a wardrobe

Her new swimwear line, which is scheduled to debut in

that will be worn for years, if not decades. To that

November, features high-quality swimwear made from quick-

end, Palese designs pieces that are beautiful, yet

dry materials that are sweat- and water-wicking and chlorine-

timeless—above trends—that are built to last.

resistant (50-plus SPF). The swimsuits are available in five

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and bottoms are intended to be versatile wardrobe pieces.

anything on the market. She launched C2A (an

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abbreviation for Call To Action) Clothing and was

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bar. “The swim dress could be worn to parties,” says Palese.

Hingham.

Made from a high-quality Lycra, C2A Clothing has an estimated lifespan of up to 10 years, with proper care and laundering (a contrast to cheaper, disposable alternatives).

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Harbor/Save the Bay, a nonprofit with a mission to restore and protect Boston Harbor, Massachusetts Bay and the local marine environment. For more information about the launch of C2A Clothing, visit C2Aclothing.com.

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TOP: THE ORGANIC PROJECT

Introducing a New Era of Period Products Duxbury resident Thyme Sullivan didn’t initially set out to become an innovator in the realm of tampons and sanitary pads. But, as a woman and a mother, she found herself in an eyeopening situation that changed the course of her career.

When her daughter first got her period, Sullivan began reading the fine print on the boxes of sanitary products, but didn’t find any information. She never stopped looking and eventually, she came to realize that this omission was intentional.

“It’s a category that nobody ever talks about,” says Sullivan, who previously worked for such consumer brands as Coke, Pepsi, and Nestle for 27 years. “There’s no transparency.

When you look on the boxes, there’s no list of materials contained in pads, tampons and panty liners, and we have a right to know.” Unfortunately, she adds, the undisclosed components often include chemicals, dyes, synthetics and toxins. “We deserve safer and healthier feminine products,” says Sullivan.

The more she learned, the more Sullivan became determined to create a clean, organic alternative to the current offerings in feminine care. She introduced TOP: The Organic Project a year ago, overseeing the production of tampons, pads and liners that are 100 percent biodegradable, made from 100 percent organic cotton. The products are free of all toxins, synthetics and dyes. Her second cousin, Denielle Finkelstein, joined the team last fall as director of branding and marketing.

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As Sullivan investigated the unsafe ingredients in brand-name products, she discovered an equally disturbing phenomenon called period poverty.

“Period poverty affects one in five girls in the United States,” says Sullivan. “Girls are missing school because they can’t afford the high price of period products. They miss up to a week of school every month because they cannot go to school without period products. Period poverty means that parents have to choose between buying food for their families and buying tampons for their daughters.”

In response, TOP is easing this financial barrier by donating its tampons, pads and liners to girls in need so that having their period doesn’t stand in the way of their education. Locally, the company has donated products to the Amos House in Providence, the Boston Collegiate PHOTO ROSEMARY TUFANKJIAN

Charter School in Dorchester, Empower Her in Norwell and Newell Charter School in Providence.

TOP offers Ultra Thin Organic Cotton Pads with Wings (daytime and nighttime); Ultra Thin Organic Cotton Liners; and Organic Cotton Applicator Tampons. The labeling and wording on the boxes is informative and detailed, providing the transparency that Sullivan found lacking among similar products. All of the ingredients are listed, along with guidelines regarding absorbency levels and a safety warning about Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) on the tampon box.

The company’s mission is also stated clearly on the back: “We believe in giving back. Many women do not have access to or cannot afford basic feminine hygiene products. This is a PHOTO ROSEMARY TUFANKJIAN

health, human rights, and gender equality issue

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in the U.S. and around the world.” TOP products are available as one-time orders or by monthly subscription. For more information, visit toporganicproject.com.

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A Scituate artist discovers a love for art and a way to bring comfort to cancer patients n the devastatingly short span of three years, Scituate resident Becky O’Toole endured the “double lightning strike” diagnoses of breast cancer and acute myeloid leukemia, an aggressive cancer of the blood and bone marrow. At the hospital, she noticed that all of the cancer patients’ rooms were dark, with the curtains drawn and very few lights on— an atmosphere that did not seem conducive to hope and healing. Facing what turned out to be more than 100 days of treatment in the hospital, O’Toole found comfort in paintbrushes, canvas and acrylic paints.

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“If I hadn’t been able to paint throughout that experience, I don’t know what I would have done,” says O’Toole. “It was a form of therapy for me.”

Today, the mother of two young children is in remission, but she continues to consider the plight of patients who are still undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments at the hospital. She thinks of those darkened rooms, devoid of colorful flower bouquets and other special touches, which are not permitted due to the risk of infection in patients with weakened immune systems.

During her monthly checkups, O’Toole brings her latest paintings with her and distributes them to patients as a gesture of solidarity. “Everyone in those rooms feels doom—a sense that this could be the end. When I give them my paintings, I’m trying to send them a little bit of light in the darkness.” Blank walls become beautiful windows to the outside world—vibrant reminders that their lives won’t always consist of monitoring vital signs and blood and platelet levels.

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Everyone in those rooms feels doom—a sense that this could be the end.

When I give them my paintings, I’m trying to send them a little bit of light in the darkness.

— BECKY O’TOOLE

O’Toole creates coastal scenes in a variety of sizes, all the way up to 36 by 60 inches. Her serene images are inspired by the seascapes of the South Shore, including Peggotty and Minot beaches in Scituate and the picturesque expanse along Jerusalem Road in Cohasset.

“It makes me so happy to be able to give patients something that reminds them of home, or is a place they can escape to in their imaginations,” says O’Toole.

Nearly three years ago, she launched The Pink Frame, an initiative that enables her to give back to the cancer community. For every painting sold, The Pink Frame donates a portion of the proceeds to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in support of patients and their families. O’Toole also offers smaller ornament-sized paintings in three formats, which have proven to be popular gift options throughout the holiday season.

“The Pink Frame has been a true gift for me,” says O’Toole. “It has brought me into this cycle of goodness that I never thought I’d have the opportunity to be a part of.”

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In addition to selling her artwork, O’Toole has had the opportunity to support many local causes with the donation of her paintings to galas and auctions, including fundraising events for the Scituate Education Foundation, Live Laugh Learn, South Shore Peer Recovery, CORSE Foundation, and various cancer research benefits, among others.

O’Toole continues to discover the curative power of her local community in an effort to help manage her stress. She regularly attends a small-group therapeutic yoga class in Cohasset, led by instructor Trish Hart, for women who are battling various diseases or healing from trauma.

“Being in a room with other women going through similar journeys is amazing,” says O’Toole. “And every morning, we all greet each other with supportive hugs. I cannot emphasize how much this has helped in my recovery.” O’Toole also appreciates the simple pleasure of meandering through the coastal neighborhoods of the South Shore, stopping into shops in Scituate Harbor, grabbing coffee at Lucky Finn Café and gazing into the distance—to the beautiful horizon.

The Pink Frame paintings by Becky O’Toole are available at Joye in Scituate Harbor, Acquire Good in Hingham Square, The Studio in Duxbury, Tin Bucket Shop in Reading, Maggie’s of Madison, Connecticut, Bozzuto Greene Art in Baltimore, Maryland., and Tampa Bay Interiors in Tampa, Florida. For more information, visit thepinkframe.org.

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Written by M A R I A A LLEN

Photography by R ACHEL BUCK LEY W EDDINGS

here is something magical about hosting an outdoor cocktail party or farm-to-table dinner and being surrounded by nature, whether it be in a beautiful garden, beneath a forest canopy or by the water’s edge.

Last October, local event planner Jessica Hennessey of Jessica Hennessy Weddings in Marshfield teamed up with Jill Landry, owner of Beach Plum Floral Design to stage a dreamy autumn bridal party on the grounds of Cross Street Flower Farm in Norwell.

“A lot of my couples are throwing more intimate and unique bridal showers versus your traditional larger hall-type events,” says Hennessey, who designs and coordinates not only weddings, but also smaller events like engagement parties, anniversary parties and post-wedding brunches on the South Shore, Cape Cod and across New England.

“I’m all about the smaller details,” says Hennessey. “For this event, each menu was personalized with guest names and the tablescape was full of flowers sourced directly from the surrounding fields.” Seated among the dahlias and other beautiful blooms, it was the perfect setting to raise a glass with friends.

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“This was one of my favorite events to plan last year. The dahlia fields were in full bloom and it was a great group of friends coming together to celebrate. We had so much fun!”

— Jessica Hennessey

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Event Planning Essentials We asked Jessica Hennessey to share her top tips for making your next outdoor fall gathering a success.

Always Have a Rain Plan – You never know what Mother Nature has in store.

It is always wise to plan a place where your guests can pop indoors if there’s inclement weather, or you can opt for a tent.

Account for Wind - Any light décor, whether it’s menu cards on your place settings or table linens, can easily be swept away. You can avoid this problem with a set of tablecloth weights (dress weights work too) and little glue dots that you can get on a roll from the craft store.

Choose Décor that Complements Your Surroundings - If the foliage is out, you don’t need to add much color to your decor. If you do incorporate color into your design, it should complement the fall season. Alternatively, if I’m hosting an outdoor fall event in a forest environment, I like to bring in lots of greenery and whites with a splash of color, usually in burgundy tones.

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Jill Landry Beach Plum Floral

Featured Vendors Planning & Design: Jessica Hennessey Weddings jessicahennesseyweddings.com Photographer: Rachel Buckley Weddings rbuckleyphotography.com Floral Design: Beach Plum Floral beachplumfloral.com Hair: The Bridal Bar thebridalbarboston.com Makeup: Stephanie Ward Makeup stephaniewardmakeup.com Rentals: Coast and Country Rentals coastandcountryrentals.com Stationery: Narrative Designs Co. narrativedesignsco.com Table Goods: Pier 1, Koyal Wholesale, Hobby Lobby Venue: Cross Street Flower Farm crossstreetflowerfarm.com

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By Kelly Chase Photography by Derrick Zellman

One man’s backyard bakery in Scituate evolves from a passion project into a full-time business t 3 a.m., the town of Scituate is still and dark. But there’s a light on inside a barn off of Country Way. Twice a week, before the sun comes up, ovens are switched on, doughs are pulled out of a refrigerator and Thomas Generazio begins a day of baking.

Operating out of the “bread barn” in Generazio’s backyard, Mainstay Bakery provides homemade pastries and breads to local families on a weekly basis. The business, which has acquired most of its customers through social media and word of mouth, is akin to a secret club.

“It’s like a CSA for baked goods,” says Generazio.

Customers pay a monthly membership fee and place orders on a weekly or more occasional basis. Generazio sends out his menu for the upcoming week on Mondays. Orders are placed online—ahead of time—and picked up on “bake days” between designated hours. In the fall, bake days tend to land on Friday afternoons, when customers can choose from breads and desserts like pies, cookies and pretzels, and Sunday mornings, which are reserved for bread and pastries, such as chocolate croissants, homemade granola and morning buns.

On one particular weekend bake day, the air is warm, the gardens are in full bloom and customers are filing into the barn one after the other.

Generazio is on a first-name basis with most of them, and he quickly assembles their orders while chatting with them until the next customer comes through.

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“Any extra croissants?” one woman asks. Fortunately, today he has a few. In general, Generazio bakes according to what his customers have ordered. “The beauty of this kind of model is that there’s virtually no waste,” he says. “At nine in the morning the racks are filled and by noon, almost everything is gone.”

One customer leaves with a sliced Super Seed loaf under her arm. The nutty bread contains a blend of sunflower and sesame seeds, flaxseed, quinoa and a sourdough base, like most of Generazio’s breads.

“Sourdough takes between 38 and 46 hours to make, from start to finish,” he says. “It’s a lot healthier, in my opinion, and a lot more digestible.” Preparing the bread takes skill and patience. “Sourdough is alive and unpredictable,” says Generazio. “Everything is dependent on weather and the mood of the sourdough culture. There’s a real craft to it.”

As a steady stream of customers moves up Generazio’s driveway and flows through the doorway of his barn, one can’t help but wonder—how did this one-man, community-driven, barn-based bakery come to be?

After living in Boston, obtaining a law degree from Boston University and meeting his husband, Mark (who is also a lawyer), Generazio was ready to leave the city for greener pastures. The couple first landed in Vermont, where they fell in love with the wide range of community-supported businesses. “The devotion to local agriculture and food was really amazing,” says Generazio. After landing jobs in Boston, the couple moved back to Massachusetts but held onto that artisan spirit. “We were missing the good bread we had in Vermont, and I had this motivation to start making my own,” says Generazio.

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Living in Scituate has allowed Thomas Generazio to run his bakery business and spend more time with his family.

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The couple ultimately made their way to Scituate in 2013, where they fell in love with the town’s proximity to the beach and a particular 19th-century farmhouse with a barn out back. For years, they both commuted into Boston. Being able to return to the quiet, seaside community made the effort of battling the traffic worth it.

Still, in the back of his mind, Generazio held onto his dream of someday owning a bakery. He had worked in restaurants and cafes for years before becoming a lawyer. However, with two fulltime lawyer jobs and two sons at home—Jonathan, who is now 11, and Cameron, who is 5—life was busy, and Generazio tucked his idea away.

In the backyard, the barn served as storage space until plans began to evolve for a playroom in 2017. “My husband put in new floors and we were going to make a game room for the kids,” says Generazio. “Then I made a comment like ‘so much for the

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bakery,’ because I always thought a bakery would be awesome in here and he knew that.’” The next day, Generazio’s husband told him to go for it. “He said, ‘I think you should do it. Forget about the playroom, let’s do your bakery.’”

At first, Generazio aimed to create a weekend-only business, but he spared no expense on equipment.

Industrial ovens and refrigerators were moved into the barn and a giant kitchen island capped with a butcher block countertop became his work station. The bottom shelf of the island is stocked with ingredients while its smooth top is the ideal place to roll out doughs (and during pick-up hours the perfect resting place for the elbows of chatty customers).

Generazio attracted his first fans on social media; a single Facebook post generated about 50 orders.

“This was just going to be something we did for fun on the weekends, and then the next weekend, we had about 100 orders,” he says. “Then it just skyrocketed.

We were selling out from the very beginning.”

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In August of 2018, Generazio’s commute got a lot

apple pies will undoubtedly fly off the shelves. His

shorter when he decided to leave his job at a Boston

popular harvest loaf, which is made with sweet dried

law firm and focus on his backyard business full time.

cranberries, flaxseeds, sunflower and pumpkin seeds,

His husband helps with operations and his oldest son

sea salt and rosemary, will be sliced for sandwiches

will pop in from time to time to assist with cleanup, but

and dipped into steamy soups.

for the most part, Mainstay Bakery is a one-man show.

Not only do customers love the products, they also

Generazio sets the menu, collects orders, does the baking, and when everything is done and the ovens are shut off, he is the one sliding orders across the counter to his customers.

enjoy the personal experience of buying their weekly bread from someone who asks how their week was and knows about their vacations, renovations and upcoming sports games. On pick-up days, the line

Nothing gets stale inside Mainstay Bakery. Generazio

of customers can get long, but that’s just part of

switches his menu weekly and his list of items varies

the experience. “The line can be out the door but

depending on the season. “The other day I was in

everybody knows somebody, and people talk and

someone’s backyard picking rhubarb and the next

catch up,” he says.

day I made rhubarb danishes,” he says. He also picked

The impact of his backyard bakery was somewhat of

pounds of cherries and gooseberries to freeze and use for jams.

a surprise to Generazio, but a happy one. “When we started, our aim was to serve as a place to get good

As summer turns to fall, Generazio expects Mainstay’s

bread. I never realized that it would become such a

business to pick up again like it did last year. His

community gathering place.”

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Photography by KJELD M A HONEY PHOTOGR A PH Y

tepping out the back door of his new photography gallery in Scituate, located on the grounds of Kennedy’s Country Gardens, Kjeld Mahoney has a prime view of the North River and surrounding marshes. The river has always been a source of inspiration for Mahoney.

Last year, he teamed up with the North and South Rivers Watershed Association to begin leading landscape and wildlife photography workshops on the river.

After boarding a pontoon boat at Roht Marine, participants are taken on a two-hour excursion down the state’s only Scenic Protected River and given a lesson about photography techniques, camera lenses and settings used to capture the best nature shots. This photo collection showcases a few of the many images Mahoney has taken of this iconic South Shore waterway.

This fall, Mahoney will be leading photography workshops on the river on October 14, 20 and 27. To reserve your spot, visit nsrwa.org. To view more of Kjeld Mahoney’s photography, stop by his gallery located at 83 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, or visit kjeldmahoney.photography.

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Friday, October 18, 2019 Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park Hanover, Massachusetts GALA CO-CHAIRS

Laura Graziano Andrea Sheehan FOR TICKETS OR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Please contact Angela Floro at (781) 624-8142 or afloro@southshorehealth.org southshorehealth.org/gala

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South Shore Home, Life & Style is proud to showcase leading ladies behind some of

your favorite local businesses. From realtors and dentists to restaurant owners and yoga

instructors, our Empowering Women Special Section shines a light on dedicated individuals who are bringing high-quality services to the community. We encourage you to read about how these inspiring women are making an impact here on the South Shore.

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DANIELLE G. VAN ESS OWNER, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW, DGVE LAW®

61 South St., Hingham 781-740-0848 dgvelaw.com WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO OPEN YOUR OWN LAW FIRM? I founded my law firm, DGVE law, in September of 2008 to practice law the way I believe it should always be. My vision was for a new kind of law firm, dedicated to providing high quality, holistic legal services, in a friendly and relaxed manner, in a comfortable setting, and in an environmentally conscientious way.

WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY? By creating comprehensive estate plans, we help our clients legally appoint the people they trust to care for their children, themselves, and their assets in the event of disability or death. We help our clients leave behind a legacy, rather than a mess. We ease the burdens of probate, trust, and estate administration after the death of a loved one so our clients are able to focus their energies on grieving and healing. We also help small business owners create and elevate their businesses the right way, reducing risks, protecting their interests, preparing to withstand challenges to come, and increasing the likelihood of long-term success.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR PROFESSION? It may sound overly idealistic, but I truly believe in respecting all human beings in this world and doing my part to make the world a better, more peaceful place. The way I do that is by reducing or removing my clients’ risks, fears, and worries, helping them to achieve peace of mind and comfort of heart.

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IF YOU COULD GIVE ONE PIECE OF ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Never forget why you started your business, who you are, or what’s most important to you.

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RENEE MCINNES CEO OF NVNA AND HOSPICE AND THE PAT ROCHE HOSPICE HOME 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell 781-659-2342 nvna.org WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PURSUE A CAREER IN NURSING/HEALTHCARE? I was always fascinated by science, in particular anatomy and physiology. I considered a science major in college and then quickly realized I had a passion for counseling peers about health and wellness. Nursing as a career, made the most sense. I have never looked back and continue to be so proud of my profession.

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WHAT IS ONE THING YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT PALLIATIVE CARE? Palliative care is all about symptom management and the patient’s goals of care. It can be given at any point during a serious or chronic illness. It does not mean that patients have to stop receiving curative care. All hospice care is palliative but not all palliative care is hospice.

WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? I am always motivated by our patients and families. How can you not be inspired by people who are trusting us to help keep them comfortable and safe during their precious final days? The strength and commitment of our staff also inspires me; their passion for our mission shows in our 5-star patient satisfaction scores.

WHAT ASPECT OF YOUR JOB GIVES YOU THE MOST SATISFACTION? My best days are when someone tells me how big a difference our team made for them. I am also so proud that the Pat Roche Hospice Home in Hingham offers so much peace and comfort, allowing patients to die a dignified death. There is really no place like it.

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ROSEMARIE BROWN CO-OWNER OF THE BLUEBERRY MUFFIN 2240 State Road, Plymouth 508-888-9444 bluebmuffin.com HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS GROWN OVER THE YEARS? We opened The Blueberry Muffin back in March of 1998. We created a great niche and have been very successful with three stores and currently looking for a fourth. Through hard work, perseverance and consistency we have been voted Best Breakfast on the South Shore for years and have become a staple for many people.

YOUR RESTAURANTS RUN SMOOTHLY, EVEN WHEN THERE’S A RUSH OF CUSTOMERS. WHAT’S YOUR SECRET? We do extensive training for all areas of the restaurant and have great staff with a positive attitude—that is key.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE MENU? DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE DISH? I feel the menu touches all tastes and can accommodate the pickiest of eaters. If you don’t want bacon and eggs, you can also have a selection from our awardwinning bakery. My favorite dish has to be the homemade corned beef hash. We have been making it the same for the past 21 years and customers love it too.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? I love the fact that it’s my restaurant—something my husband and I created. I also love that all three of my children are involved. I really enjoy greeting my customers and getting to know their families over the years. I also enjoy coming into the restaurants and working and interacting with my employees. Without them, I wouldn’t survive.

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DIANA COUSINEAU AVENI ARTIST, AUTHOR, CHEF, DESIGNER OWNER OF HINGHAM FURNITURE & DESIGN AND FRAMING CONCEPTS 44 North St., Hingham; 36 Finnell Drive, Weymouth 781-875-3255 hinghamfurnituredesign.com WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT YOUR HINGHAM SHOWROOM? I purchased the historical property in August of 2015, renovated the entire building, and was open for business that November. The shopping experience is lovely. Being a designer, I am able to select furnishings and décor items from my store showroom or my warehouse and instantly satisfy my clients’ needs. We also have a great selection of gifts and customers tell us how they love coming in and seeing new items.

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DO YOU OFTEN WORK WITH LOCAL ARTISTS? Hingham Furniture & Design is the home of Framing Concepts Custom Framing and Fine Art Gallery and for the past 15 years we have had a featured artist of the month; sometimes more than one. We also promote local artists at all of our events. I love that part of my journey.

HOW IMPORTANT IS ART TO A HOME’S INTERIOR DESIGN? Art brings a sense of style and design to a home. It can also lift your spirits and make you feel alive. The art we choose to surround ourselves with, whether it is a painting, music or sculptures, can have a huge impact on our mood and emotions.

DO YOU LIKE TO CHANGE UP YOUR DECOR ACCORDING TO THE SEASONS? We have a new theme every season and holiday. Our unique items delight the young as well as the sophisticated shopper. Autumn is my favorite season of the year. We have real pumpkins and gourds of all sizes and colors, decorative potted plants for outdoors, indoor/outdoor decorations, lights, fabrics and dishes with autumn patterns—and the ghosts that I’ve inherited with my historical building.

I SAW THAT HFD IS NOW ON ETSY. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO EXPAND IN THIS WAY? We sell on many e-commerce sites Including our own. Etsy is more for independent artists and designers who have a product to sell. As a business person, I need to satisfy all of my customers including those who prefer an Internet market.

WHAT HAS OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS TAUGHT YOU? When one can combine passion and purpose in a business, it is very fulfilling. That is my definition of success.

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KATY GAENICKE AND MICHELLE MANWARE CO-FOUNDERS OF UVA WINE BAR 46 Main St., Plymouth 774-283-4211 uvawineplymouth.com WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO OPEN UP A SELF-SERVE WINE BAR? A few years ago we were on vacation in Grand Cayman and we visited a wine bar that featured self-serve WineStations. We were instantly amazed by the technology and ability to self-pour wine. We decided right then and there that we were going to take a leap of faith and open a self-serve wine bar back in Massachusetts. All of our research and planning took about 18 months and we opened Uva Wine Bar in June, 2019.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE ADVANTAGES OF A SELF-SERVE WINE BAR? Customers have the opportunity to sample and learn about a variety of different wines without any pretense. Each wine features an info card explaining the flavors, grape variety and region of origin to help customers choose a wine that will satisfy their personal palate. Guests use their wine card to dispense a 1.5-ounce, 3-ounce or 6-ounce pour. It’s essentially creating your own tasting, on your own terms.

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WHAT SHOULD EVERY CUSTOMER KNOW BEFORE THEY VISIT? There is some technology involved, but there are plenty of staff on hand to help operate the machines. We’ve found, however, that customers enjoy having the control of dispensing their own drinks.

WHAT DO YOU FIND TO BE THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? Every day we have people who walk in and their eyes grow wide. It’s an honor for us to help our customers learn the pleasures of wine without pretension and confusion.

KIM NAWOICHIK CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT AND PRACTICE MANAGER, ARTISTIC DENTISTRY PHOTO KJELD MAHONEY

125 Webster St., Hanover 781-878-7333 artisticdentistryhanover.com HOW HAS YOUR ROLE EVOLVED OVER THE YEARS? I started working at Artistic Dentistry 32 years ago as a lab assistant. I was 17 years old and in my junior year of high school. After graduating, I attended dental assisting school and became a certified dental assistant. I was named the practice manager 17 years ago.

WHAT ARE THE KEY PERSONAL STRENGTHS OF A GOOD OFFICE MANAGER? I feel you need to know your team and be able to navigate different personalities.

I have also followed the advice of my mentor, Dr. Albert Pizzi, who recommended that I always surround myself with people who are better than me. I feel that I have a very strong team that knows what the goal is and that makes my job a lot easier.

WHAT DO YOU FIND MOST EXCITING ABOUT WORKING IN THE DENTISTRY FIELD? Dentistry is very exciting. With all of the new technology that is now available, from crowns that can be completed in a day to implants and implant-supported dentures, we are able to improve our patients’ overall health and quality of life.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? I enjoy working with the patients and helping to make a difference in their lives.

My passion is to help make Artistic Dentistry of Hanover a successful business and I am so pleased to work with my dental family.

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JOANNE CONWAY REALTOR, SALES VICE PRESIDENT WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE

40 North St., Hingham 781-248-7041 raveis.com/joanneconway WHAT ARE THREE WORDS PEOPLE MIGHT USE TO DESCRIBE YOU? Honest, knowledgeable and diligent.

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A REALTOR AND WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THE BUSINESS? I have been a top selling real estate agent for 33 years and I have been the No. 1 selling agent in my office for the 11 years I have been with William Raveis Real Estate. Every year the industry changes and evolves new facets that keep it exciting. Marketing is more eye-catching and creative and the buyers and sellers are so much more knowledgeable on how the market works.

WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTIC OF A GREAT REALTOR? I think a great realtor needs a lot of essential characteristics.

Most importantly, the ability to cultivate relationships. Your clients need to trust you in establishing a value for their home, negotiating the sell price and terms, working with the attorneys, bank appraisers, home inspectors and getting all the closing paperwork done on time and correctly. Growing a network of resources that can help your client in the buying and selling process makes you a better agent.

WHAT IS THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? Sometimes buying or selling a home can be stressful and when the process is successfully completed, it is wonderful to see happy families in their new homes. You certainly feel like part of their lives during this period and if you are lucky those relationships turn into friendships.

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WHAT WORDS OF WISDOM WOULD YOU HAVE TO ANYONE CONSIDERING A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE? It’s hard work. I think there is a perception that selling real estate is an easy job. To be successful, you need to be the expert that clients rely on. Home ownership is often people’s biggest asset, and their decision is both emotional and financial. As an agent your responsibility is to help navigate that purchase or sale. That responsibility needs to be taken very seriously.

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LIZ BONE BROKER, OWNER SOUTH SHORE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 459 Washington St., Duxbury 781-258-7111 southshoresir.com HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A REALTOR AND WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY? I have been a realtor for 34 years. My specialty is all aspects of residential real estate. I entered the business after completing my skiing career with the United States Ski Team. I thought it could be a nice part-time job while I was finishing my business degree at Boston University. My competitive nature, however, would never allow for me to do something part time and not be successful, so I decided to go “all in” and began building a lifelong career.

WHAT ARE TWO OF THE KEY PERSONAL STRENGTHS OF A GREAT REALTOR? Empathy and resilience. You have to be able to understand everyone’s needs in a transaction and appreciate that you are responsible for assisting in life transitions. The only time someone is a winner is when everyone walks away feeling like they were treated fairly and that they’ve achieved mutual goals. It is not an easy career and it can take years for agents to build relationships, trust and credibility. When things do not go as planned, you have to learn from the experience and get back on the horse.

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WHAT WORDS OF WISDOM WOULD YOU HAVE TO ANYONE CONSIDERING A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE? This is a profession that should not be taken lightly. You must always be professional and respectful. If you’re not selfless, you won’t survive. No day is the same and that is why I love it!

WHAT IS THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? I greatly appreciate the people I have met throughout my career and how they have enhanced my life.

NANETTE WALSH OWNER OF LA PETITE MAISON

142 North St. Hingham 781-741-8393 lapetitemaison.us WHAT ARE THREE WORDS PEOPLE MIGHT USE TO DESCRIBE YOU? I am a savvy shopper (I have a good eye), devoted Francophile, and enterprising.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT FRENCH DECOR/LIFESTYLE? French décor is effortlessly chic and has exceptional design. The French put the “life” into lifestyle.

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WHAT ARE TWO OF YOUR FAVORITE ITEMS THAT YOU SELL? Luxurious bedding and vintage treasures that I’ve collected from flea markets in France. Each item has a unique story.

HOW OFTEN DO YOU TRAVEL TO FRANCE AND DO YOU STILL LEAD TOURS? I travel once annually and have led tours about three times now. I’m looking forward to doing more of them in the future.

WHAT WORDS OF WISDOM DO YOU HAVE FOR ASPIRING FEMALE BUSINESS OWNERS? You need to love what you do. Trust your instincts and nurture your customers as they will stay with you as your business grows.

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SARAH HINCHEY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Hingham 617-997-6604 sarahhinchey.com WHAT INSPIRES YOU ABOUT PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY? It is my passion to instill a sense of self-love and selfvalue in every single woman who walks into my studio.

I’ve been photographing women for the last decade, and we all do the same thing: we step in front of the lens and apologize for our physical insecurities. People say “I’m sorry, I need to lose ten pounds,” “I’m sorry, I look old,” “I’m sorry, I look tired.” The list goes on and on. I’ve heard it all, and I’ve felt it all about myself too.

As women, we are so hard on ourselves, particularly when it comes to the way we look. Insecurity can be crippling, but our appearance is the least interesting thing about us. At the end of the day, we all want the same thing - to feel seen and to feel loved. I have the power to give that to the women who step in front of my camera.

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HOW ARE YOUR PORTRAIT SESSIONS EMPOWERING? When a woman books a photo shoot with me, she will enjoy an attentive experience with professional hairstyling, makeup application and wardrobe guidance. I will create a portrait gallery that captures each individual’s inner beauty. She will see the beauty in herself—the beauty that everyone else in her life sees—reflected back at her. It is a transformative experience and a powerful way to build self-confidence. And, the world needs more confident women.

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE CONSIDERING A PHOTOSHOOT WITH YOU? There is no better time than now. Don’t wait.

You deserve to be treated to hair, makeup, and a photoshoot. Most importantly, you deserve to have photos of yourself that you love. I will show you that you are perfect, exactly the way you are.

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KELLIE LYNCH OWNER OF BALANCE STUDIO, COHASSET

15 Depot Ct., Cohasset 339-337-3660 balancestudiocohasset.com WHAT IS THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? I love helping people find the healthiest and happiest version of themselves.

Building strength, getting fit and healthy and dealing with stress in a mindful way paves a beautiful path to happiness and longevity. I love hearing how finding Balance Studio has helped our students find that path that changes their lives.

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HOW HAS WORKING IN WELLNESS INFLUENCED YOU AS A PERSON? I am a type A person and believe most entrepreneurs are, but I drink my own Kool-aid and try to move through my life with mindfulness and intention. I try to conduct myself in both my personal and business life in a manner that reflects the yogic philosophies. The methods that we teach at the studio, Yoga and Pilates in particular, are all about mindfulness, caring and empathy for yourself and others.

I try to take that message off my mat every day and share it with my family, friends and community.

WHAT WORDS OF WISDOM DO YOU HAVE FOR WOMEN CONSIDERING LAUNCHING THEIR OWN BUSINESS? Do your homework first. Find a niche to be filled and make sure you have the resources or financing to carry you through. Making sure your vision is something that aligns with your strengths and passions is critical.

WHAT IS THE SECRET TO FINDING BALANCE IN LIFE? One of the most important things to finding balance is doing something you love as often as you can. Whether it’s working out, cooking, sharing time with family and friends or travel, finding something that you are passionate about and sharing it with others is my key to balance.

DR. LOIS M. TOWNSHEND ASSOCIATED EYE SURGEONS 45 Resnik Road, Plymouth; 441 Route 130, Sandwich 508-747-4748 associatedeyesurgeons.com WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO CHOOSE OPHTHALMOLOGY AS A CAREER? I love the intricate, technical requirements needed to perform eye surgery and I find helping people achieve their best vision both rewarding and challenging.

WHY MIGHT A PERSON CHOOSE AN OPHTHALMOLOGIST FOR AESTHETIC PROCEDURES? I have found, over my 30 years of practice, that ophthalmology lends itself well to aesthetics. I perform lid surgeries, (for both medical and cosmetic reasons) and deal with facial anatomy and facial muscles every day. Long before Botox was used to reduce wrinkles, it was used by ophthalmologists to straighten children’s eyes and calm facial spasms in adults. The majority of the fillers used in aesthetics are made up of the same material that I use to protect the eye during cataract surgery. I know these materials so well, and I know how the face moves and how it changes with age. I love being able to use this knowledge to help patients achieve a youthful, natural look.

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WHAT IS MISSION FOR SIGHT, THE NONPROFIT YOU CO-FOUNDED IN 1994?

I founded Mission for Sight as a way to use my medical knowledge and my surgical skills to help the global community. In some countries there are no pediatric ophthalmic surgeons and I wanted to find a way to help.

WHAT IS THE MOST SATISFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? One of the most amazing things about my job is giving sight to a child who has never been able to see. There is no greater feeling in the world than this.

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DR. JULIE HANTSON OWNER AND PEDIATRIC DENTIST AT MARSHFIELD PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

3 Proprietors Drive, Marshfield 781-205-1124 marshfieldpediatricdentistry.com WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PURSUE DENTISTRY AS A CAREER? My uncle is a dentist, so my exposure to the profession started at a very young age. I remember playing in his office as a little girl. As I grew older, I began to appreciate the uniqueness of dentistry as a career.

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WHAT MAKES YOUR PRACTICE UNIQUE? Quality of care is central to everything we do. We offer comprehensive care in a fun environment catered to children. The patients and I go on a “dental journey” together, which begins the moment they arrive at our office. We give our patients quality time.

HOW DO YOU MAKE THE EXPERIENCE OF GOING TO THE DENTIST COMFORTABLE FOR KIDS? We get the child involved in the visit. We show them our tools and let them play with them. We let the child set the pace and some of the visits take place in our playroom rather than the dental chair. It is important, for the long-term health of the child, that they establish a good relationship with healthcare providers.

WHAT HAS BEEN ONE OF YOUR CAREER HIGHLIGHTS? I am so grateful for the positive response we have gotten from our patients, their parents and the community. We feel very fortunate to work with wonderful families on the South Shore.

WHAT DO YOU FIND TO BE THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? My favorite part of my job is seeing a child go from being very apprehensive to excited for his or her next dentist visit. It makes my day, every time.

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DEIRDRE PRESCOTT FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, AND CHIEF WEALTH STRATEGIST SANDY COVE ADVISORS

37 Derby St. Suite 5, Hingham 617-622-1500 sandycoveadvisors.com WHAT KIND OF CLIENTS DO YOU SERVE? Sandy Cove was founded 10 years ago, after recognizing the South Shore was missing a firm with a highly personalized approach to delivering financial advice. We have many types of clients but two distinct niches would be high earners with complex planning needs and women who are recently divorced or widowed who desire assistance with developing and implementing a financial plan for the future.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? Every day we help people achieve confidence and peace of mind in navigating their financial affairs. We take a unique approach to the role we play in our clients lives and are honored by the trust they place in us. The vast complexities we see provides the opportunity to consistently learn something new.

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WHAT IS THE SANDY COVE CARES INITIATIVE? We are big proponents of philanthropy, and charity begins at home. Through Sandy Cove’s donor-advised fund our firm supports many local charitable organizations along with our client’s favorite charities. We strongly encourage our clients to include philanthropy as part of their overall financial plan.

IF YOU COULD GIVE READERS ONE PIECE OF FINANCIAL PLANNING ADVICE WHAT WOULD IT BE? The foundation of fiscal responsibility is insight into your own personal finances. Ask questions, and insist on answers in a language you understand. If your advisor isn’t speaking your language, they may not be the right fit for you.

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MICHELLE ITZKOWITZ OWNER OF innerglow yoga AND CAPE COD YOGA SCHOOL

47 Main St., Plymouth 30 Steeple St., Mashpee Commons, Mashpee 508-450-1613 michelleitzkowitz.com innerglowyogacapecod.com capecodyogaschool.com WHAT IS THE CORE MISSION AT innerglow yoga? innerglow yoga is driven by the community. Our sole mission is to introduce our clients to a path of becoming their truest, happiest self, one breath at a time.

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WHAT HAS BEEN ONE OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR CAREER (SO FAR)?

I have been studying yoga beyond the asana for over 35 years. Having a background in nutrition and cooking combined with my yogic studies has now culminated into deeper study of Ayurveda, the science of life. I infuse my classes with all of these elements – I talk about food and healing in my public yoga classes and talk about yoga (including breathing and meditation) in my cooking classes. Having the privilege to own and operate spaces to do this has been a humbling gift.

HOW HAS WORKING IN HEALTH/WELLNESS INFLUENCED YOU AS A PERSON? Every day is an opportunity to do something for our health. I take each morning as a gift and spend a few moments to breathe, move and reflect. This mindset has helped me deal with my stress and overcome obstacles that come up from time to time. I respond to challenges, rather than react and simply feel great overall. This has been the driving force behind running multiple studios and a school. I am also finding that our students are responding to the practice in a similar way.

Offering deeper understanding and education in yoga and Ayurveda through the training programs has been not only a joy, but an education in itself.

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WHAT DO YOU FIND TO BE THE MOST GRATIFYING ASPECT OF YOUR JOB? Watching transformation. Being a student of yoga, I have experienced so much shift over the years. It is so gratifying to see that what I share with others has a similar effect.

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Two local women are making strides to increase gender parity in the workplace, both locally and around the world.

Written by DAV ID K INDY

avigating a path through the corporate world is never easy, but it can be even more challenging for women. Unconscious bias, unequal pay and missed leadership opportunities (not to mention the complexity of balancing career and family) can all impact a woman’s career trajectory. Eileen Martin and Megan Driscoll are two local women who are determined to transform the status quo by removing the visible and invisible barriers to women’s advancement.

If you want to get Megan Driscoll angry, start talking about the progress women (or lack thereof) have made in reaching the corner office of corporate America. In 2014, she attended an INC 5000 conference, where she learned that only 800 or so of those businesses had female CEOs. That was the first year that her Quincy-based firm, PharmaLogics Recruiting, was ranked among the 5,000 fastestgrowing companies in the country.

“The audience was celebrating because there had been a one percent improvement in the numbers over the past year,” says Driscoll. “I did a quick calculation

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on the back of a napkin and realized that it would be sometime well past the year 2500 before female CEOs would reach 50 percent of that list. I was fuming! That’s when I decided to devote myself to changing that number through advocacy for women in leadership and pay parity.”

to Equal Pay—a bi-partisan act that if signed into law would require employers to disclose the pay scale for employment positions. Armed with accurate salary information, women (and men) would be better equipped to have conversations about money with their employer and advocate for pay equality.

The Duxbury resident wasn’t satisfied being a cheerleader for the cause, so she took action.

Driscoll authored articles, addressed audiences, and in June of this year she and Massachusetts State Representative Josh Cutler cosponsored legislation—House Docket, No. 4322, An Act Relative

Driscoll doesn’t just talk the talk; she walks the walk. Fiercely competitive and hardworking, she built PharmaLogics Recruiting from a one-person shop to a major player in the field with more than 100 employees. Her stated mission for the firm? “To become the number one bio-pharmaceutical recruiting

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company in the world by placing top talent at companies devoted to the development of medicine that improves and saves lives.”

In 2017, she raised the starting base pay for employees at PharmaLogics from $37,500 to $50,000. Always the innovator, Driscoll also began publishing pay ranges and changed the way recruitment firms get paid.

Her company now charges by the hour for the work it does instead of taking a percentage of the annual salary for placing a new employee.

The results speak for themselves.

PharmaLogics has grown from $11 million in revenue in 2016 to a projected $30 million this year.

Driscoll expects to top $40 million next year. In 2018, Driscoll was named Boston Chamber of Commerce Small Business CEO of the Year. Earlier this year, after more than 15 years at the helm of her very successful business, Driscoll recently sold a majority share of PharmaLogics to a private equity firm and passed the CEO position to another female leader at her company. She is now preparing to begin a new chapter with the launch of Megan Driscoll Consulting.

“I’ve been blessed and lucky,” she said. “I’m fortunate that I am in a position where I can now help other people,” says Driscoll. “I want to help people find their passion and translate that into finding the job of their dreams.”

To learn more, visit wagetransparency.org or megandriscoll.com.

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WAGE GAP

For companies with a worldwide workforce, creating a successful diversity and inclusion strategy means identifying and addressing unconscious bias, male-dominated cultural mindsets and situations where women may self-exclude from possible promotions. One woman who is pushing for progress in this realm is Hingham resident Eileen Martin.

In January, Martin became the Global Director of Inclusion for EMD Serono, based in Rockland-the healthcare arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. She previously led an action team aimed at analyzing the company’s leadership succession plan. After organizing the data according to gender, she saw an opportunity for improvement.

One of the vice presidents Martin worked with, however, helped her to see that the “glass ceiling” was not impenetrable. He was German, and very much the prototypical leader of a multinational corporation—stern and implacable. Yet all around him—untypically—were women in positions of authority and management leading his successful division with equanimity and decisiveness. One day, Martin asked him about the dichotomy.

“He told me a surprising story,” says Martin. “His father died when he was young and his mother, who was a very smart woman, had to take jobs that were beneath her to support the family. In the German culture, she was known as a ‘Raven Mother’ – a woman who leaves the nest to

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work.” As a result, he was raised to view women as equals in the workplace and he was consciously aware of the importance of hiring capable leaders based on merit, not gender. It was an eye-opening moment for Martin. She realized that gender equality in the upper echelon of management was indeed achievable.

Having better representation of women isn’t just about making things fair, it is about making sound business decisions.

— Eileen Martin

Martin now reports to the office of Belén Garijo, the female CEO of the global healthcare business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany a science and technology company that employs 55,000 people worldwide. In her role, Martin supports initiatives that increase diversity within the workplace and facilitate access and inclusion for all employees. She is the cofounder of EMD Serono’s Women in Leadership, leading an initiative that aims to implement policies and strategies to hire, retain, support and promote women in the workforce.

Senior managers across the globe have received training on unconscious bias and female workers have been given career coaching and sponsorships.

After just six months on the job,

they’re already seeing promising results, with increasing numbers of women getting promoted to leadership positions. “Having better representation of women isn’t just about making things fair,” says Martin, “it is about making sound business decisions.”

Martin’s work is focused on all aspects of diversity, promoting a culture where everyone feels valued. “I love what I’m doing,” she said. “EMD Serono and the global Healthcare organization have been so supportive in moving forward with initiatives that recognize the abilities of all people.

They’ve allowed me to step up and represent groups that have been underrepresented in management positions in the workforce in the past. By pulling together, we can share our collective voices and help our company grow and prosper.”

Martin’s genuine sincerity and intelligent arguments help others understand how past practices need to change in order to achieve better business outcomes.

“Women’s economic empowerment is essential to gender equality,” she says. “Research tells us that if women participated in paid work at the same level as men, the annual global GDP would increase by $28 trillion US by 2025.”

Believing that a rising tide lifts all boats, Martin makes sure her voice is heard–effectively and forcefully.

“I have my mom to thank for that,” she says. “She taught me it was important to speak up.”

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Eileen Martin’s

Top 10 Things a Woman Can Do To Propel Her Career 1 Network

Build and leverage relationships, particularly with those a few levels ahead of you.

2 Achievements

Be loud and proud about your achievements.

3 Clear Goals

Be clear what your career goals are and share with others.

4 Take Risks

Stop Playing it safe and push yourself for that stretch job or assignment, event when you do not meet 100 percent of the requirements.

5 Pull From Behind

Support women around and behind you and pull them forward until your arms ache.

6 Be Flexible

Career opportunities may come up that don’t fit your “plan” but they may be the best path forward.

7 Stop Waiting to Be Asked

Put your name in the hat for action teams or special projects. You don’t need to be asked.

8 Development

You are the captain of your career. Seek out development opportunities in your role.

9 You Be You

Authenticity makes for great leaders. Seek feedback on your “perception” and be true to yourself.

10 Mentors, Advisors and Sponsors

You need all of these things to help move your career along. Go find them!

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FOOD + DRINK

New Flavors at a

Landmark Restaurant

The Grill at Fairview Inn delivers a delicious combination of creative comfort food and a beautiful ocean view.

By Gabrielle S. Martin Photography by Jack Foley Earlier this year, a pair of local restaurateurs set out to breathe new life into a landmark Marshfield restaurant.

Situated on the edge of the Brant Rock peninsula, The Grill at Fairview Inn offers diners a warm, inviting atmosphere, creative comfort food and panoramic ocean views as far as the eye can see.

Established in 1874, the historic Fairview Inn has been a popular destination for generations. Baseball legend Babe Ruth and Boston Mayor James Michael Curley were two of the inn’s more famous visitors. During the Prohibition Era, The Fairview became a popular hotspot thanks to an underground tunnel that ran from the restaurant’s basement out to the ocean that served as a secret smuggling route for bootleg liquor. Over the years, the property has undergone different iterations but has retained a classic New England charm. Most recently, the management of the iconic inn passed into the hands of husband-and-wife team Arty Bruno and Tina Carr of Kingston, who are excited to be continuing the property’s legacy.

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The Grill at Fairview Inn officially opened its doors in late April. Many customers who previously frequented Arty and Tina’s former takeout-centric establishment, Grill 139 , have already become regulars at the new restaurant. “The Fairview lends itself to all seasons, whether you’re listening to live music on the patio in the summer or sitting inside by the fire and enjoying some comfort food in the winter,” says Carr.

The menu is curated by property manager and head chef Arty Bruno, who offers a selection of crowd pleasers as well as daily specials. Should you find yourself at the restaurant on a Friday night, you can’t go wrong in ordering the Filet Formaggio, a pepperseared center-cut filet with a red wine reduction that is served with asparagus and zucchini and garnished with melt-in-your-mouth garlic-and-herb goat cheese.

This dish pairs well with a glass of the McNabb Ridge

scrambled eggs, chopped tomato, bacon, corn, onion, mixed greens, avocado a mozzarella-blue cheese blend and roasted shallot ranch dressing.

Merlot. If you’re in the mood for a delicious fall-

Owners Arty and Tina, who have four children

inspired dish, try the caramelized apple and carrot

together, understand the importance of affordability

bisque. Popular appetizers include the corned beef

and strive to reflect this in their pricing and their

egg rolls that come stuffed with shredded cabbage,

generous portion sizes. They are also dedicated to

Swiss cheese and mustard aioli and served with

building relationships within the community and

Guinness-grain mustard for dipping.

supporting other local businesses. “The community

The menu also features specialty sandwiches, including several signature grilled cheeses (we

here is like nothing I’ve ever seen,” says Carr. “It’s a townie town.”

sampled the braised short rib grilled cheese off the

In addition to serving as an exciting dining destination,

special list, which is served on an inverted brioche bun

the Fairview Inn offers seven guest rooms, each with

with a flavorful combination of avocado, apple and

a view of Cape Cod Bay. “Not everybody gets to wake

bacon with a side of hand-cut fries). We also love the

up to this view every day,” says Carr, “but everybody

ambitious Sunday brunch menu, which features items

should experience it at least once.” For more

like steak and eggs and a So Cal Pizza, topped with

information, visit thefairviewinn.com.

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VIEW FINDER

“Cecelia Cicada” Part of The James Library’s exhibition “In Noticing,” this captivating mixed-media creation was made using gold candy wrappers and oil paints on canvas. Artist Elizabeth Noble, who lives outside Boston and frequently visits family in Plymouth, often incorporates found scraps of paper and other objects into her works. “Cecelia Cicada” is part of her Gold Series. Like many of Noble’s works, the painting searches for the significance of everyday objects while exploring aspects of the natural world, society and religion.

This particular piece is a portrait of St. Cecelia, a young Roman martyr and patron saint of music. “She is said to have been singing as she was led to death,” says Noble, who painted the woman holding a cicada rather than a harp.

“Cicadas sing a loud, droning song and signal the end of a season, and Cecelia’s story is one about the end of youth,” says Noble. The James Library showcases Noble’s process as a journey from drawings and found materials to large finished oil paintings. “In Noticing” will be on view from October 26–December 7. An opening reception will be held October 26, from 6-8 p.m., 24 West St., Norwell, 781-659-7100, jameslibrary.org

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