Arts + Culture

Explore Local!

Sometimes the Best Places to Visit Are Right Next Door! Article by Eileen M McNamara From historic Main Street and scenic farms to its thriving local businesses and community events, Glastonbury embraces a simple but powerful message: explore your local community.  At the heart of that effort is a highly connected local business community, led in large part by the CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce. The chamber plays a major role in promoting local businesses, organizing networking...

Local Services

Experts Espresso Corner

Hartford County Market Trends, Three Essentials in Hiring a Home Health Care Provider Article by Christopher Algoo, Eva Gryczan | Photography by John Helmke Hartford County’s real estate market continues to show remarkable strength despite higher mortgage rates and ongoing affordability pressures. Inventory remains historically low across many towns, keeping competition elevated and prices firm.  Communities like Glastonbury, West Hartford, and Avon continue to attract buyers seeking strong...

Shopping

Explore Brimfield Antiques

This Sprawling Antiques and Flea Market is Just an Hour's Drive in Massachusetts Article by Eileen M. McNamara Every spring and summer the quiet town of Brimfield, Mass., transforms into one of the largest and most celebrated antiques destinations in the country. The Brimfield Antique Show, held annually in May, July and September draws collectors, interior designers, dealers and treasure hunters from across the United States. Stretching for miles through dozens of show fields, the outdoor...

Arts + Culture

Glastonbury Prepares For Nation's 250th

The Town's Founding Predates the Declaration of Independence Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Diane Hoover and Barbara Theurkauf Founded in 1693, Glastonbury is one of Connecticut’s oldest communities, whose history stretches from Native American settlements and colonial farms to shipbuilding, industry and modern suburban life. That deep historical foundation is now shaping the town’s role in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence...