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The Style List by @styleelyst

The Holiday Gift Edit Article by Ashley Cannon | Photography by Brand Imagery & Ashley Cannon As the holiday season approaches, the quest for thoughtful gifts begins. My carefully curated guide offers a selection of exceptional presents, each chosen to delight and impress even the most discerning recipient. From the stylish to the practical, the offerings cater to a variety of tastes and budgets, ensuring that every loved one receives a truly memorable gift.   MIU MIU  Featuring the ...

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Holiday Gift Guides

Thoughtful gifts to delight your loved ones and make their holiday celebrations truly memorable! Article by Anna Barnes For Him Looking for the perfect gift for the man in your life? Whether he's tech-savvy, a foodie, or enjoys a bit of luxury, this curated gift guide has something that will make his holiday season bright.   1.     AirPods Max - apple.com 2.     Ooni Koda 12 Gas-Powered Outdoor Pizza Oven - surlatable.com 3.     Rhone Spar Hoodie and Jogger - Rhone.com 4.     Briggs &...

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A Culinary Enterprise

The Spice & Tea Exchange Article by Julia Braatz | Photography by Abby Cole The Spice & Tea Exchange in New Canaan, Connecticut is a culinary gift shop with a large arrangement of teas, spices, seasonings, sugars, salts, gifts, and more. There’s 125 exclusive products of fresh spices and fragrant teas, curated by both their in-house Spice Masters and within the company franchise.    The company specializes in hospitality and quality, as team members are eager to share new and exciting...

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Local Experiences

The Best Places to go and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella The Holiday Wish Express - The largest indoor Christmas experience in the Northeast. Enjoy a magical winter wonderland full of joy, wonder, and excitement. Stamford CT. The Nutcracker - See New England Academy of Dance's December 13th-15th performances, featuring the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra, wonderland of toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes, and the land of the Sweets. New Canaan CT. Jones Family Farms ...

Entertainment

Alchemy Celebrations

Crafting Memorable Events While Giving Back to the Community Article and Photography by For more than 40 years, Alchemy Celebrations has been known for transforming ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences. Beyond their culinary expertise and event design magic, this boutique catering company is deeply committed to community and sustainability, making a lasting impact through responsible practices. Through their charitable initiative, the Alchemy Foundation, and the "Pass on the Love"...

Life + Culture

Embrace Daily Gratitude

Simple Practices to Cultivate a Grateful Mindset Article by Anna Barnes The holiday season is here, starting with Thanksgiving—a time when we're encouraged to reflect on all we’re grateful for. This practice is more than just tradition; it’s actually beneficial for our well-being. Studies show that practicing gratitude is linked to better health, sounder sleep, greater happiness and kinder actions toward others. Holiday gatherings offer the perfect opportunity to nurture gratitude, as we...

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Hudson Kenny, 18

New Canaan High School Article by Sarah I. Bamford   During freshman year Hudson traveled to the Wind River Range in Wyoming, a Native American reservation, where he helped to rebuild basketball courts and built a community with the locals. Sophomore year he traveled to Cuba to do the same. Both experiences taught Hudson that it is important to help people in need and also build connections. Junior year he was the liaison to the School House Apartment for the Elderly and made sure the...

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Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella | Photography by Sydney Sheehan Volunteer for Filling In The Blanks' Holiday Backpack program, which ensures every child receives a holiday gift. Fight childhood hunger by providing children in need with meals on the weekend.  Norwalk, CT. Purchase tickets for Laurie Berkner LIVE! at SHU Community Theatre to benefit Operation Hope in Fairfield, which focuses on eliminating hunger and homelessness.  Fairfield, CT. ...

Food + Beverage

Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella Our community is brimming with incredible food and drinks to indulge in and Megan has selected some of her picks that you must experience for yourself! 1. Josie & Tony's - where an old Manhattan restaurant meets your Italian grandma’s kitchen. Sandwich shop by day, restaurant membership supper club by night.  Norwalk, CT. 2. Blackbird -  a sleek and sophisticated bar & restaurant. With a moody ambiance, share...

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Featuring 17-year-old, Ellie Charney

Student at Darien High School Article by Sarah Bamford What inspires you to get involved with your community? Volunteering for Feeding 500 allows me to interact directly with the Darien community through events and food drives, and then I get to see the immediate impact our donations make on the community in Norwalk that Open Doors is supporting. Feeding 500 started with one goal—raise enough money to feed five hundred people a year, or around $1,250. Since its founding in 2021 through New...