Fitness

Capital Securities Management

A Q&A On Retirement Planning and Saving For Your Kids Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke Artificial intelligence, robo-advisors and online trading platforms have transformed the investment landscape. With markets moving rapidly many investors value something technology can't replicate: a trusted local advisor who understands their family's goals. At Capitol Securities Management, Inc., affiliated with the national firm Raymond James, local advisor Joseph Mauriello...

Professional Services

Experts Espresso

Foot Care Tips From Vale Foot & Surgery, A Travel Checklist From the Pampered Tourist Article by Karen Gillis, Jenny Bergeron | Photography by Kaitlyn Casso, Lynn Damon Traveling Internationally With Kids: A Travel Pro's Checklist Few things beat watching your children discover the world, though getting there tests any parent. After years of planning family trips abroad, here is what I make sure travelers handle before they fly: Confirm each passport has six months' validity beyond your...

Professional Services

New Inn Kennels

With a Five Decade Legacy This Kennel and Pet Care Business Is A Local Best-Kept Secret Article by Eileen M. McNamara When Don Kaufman began searching for a business to purchase, his wife Prati had one practical requirement for him: “You are not a people person, so it’s best if you find something with the least human interaction.” They wanted what Don calls a “passion business” — something rooted in purpose, community, and daily work they could genuinely enjoy. In July 2024, the Kaufmans...

Education

Montessori School Opening Soon

Taylor Walsh, a longtime educator and school director, will open Montessori on Main This Summer Article by Eileen M. McNamara A veteran educator's long-held dream of opening a Montessori school is about to become reality in Glastonbury, where a new early childhood program hopes to fill a growing need for local families by summer's end. Taylor Walsh, who currently operates a Montessori school in Middletown, plans to open Children's House of Montessori on Main, at 2584 Main St. in the lower...

Professional Services

Through the Lens

Jeff DiCosimo Keeps Connecticut's Memories in Focus With Premier Portraits Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Jeff DiCosimo In an age when nearly everyone carries a camera in their pocket, Jeff DiCosimo believes professional photography still offers something a smartphone never can: the ability to turn life's fleeting moments into lasting memories. For more than 42 years, Jeff has built a career photographing everything from kindergarten class portraits and high school seniors to...

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...

Local Services

Electronics Recycling

A Glastonbury Company Has a Novel Approach to Creating Sustainability For Our Myriad Gadgets Article by Eileen M McNamara | Photography by John Helmke At a time when discarded electronics are piling up faster than ever, a Glastonbury entrepreneur is working to keep hazardous e-waste out of landfills and offering residents a surprisingly simple solution. Glastonbury Electronics Recycling LLC, founded in 2018, provides free pickup and recycling services for unwanted computers, servers, and...

Shopping

Emmy Lou's

The Local Gift Store is an Exploration For the Senses Article by Eileen M. McNamara For more than 40 years, shoppers strolling through Glastonbury Center have been drawn to a stately Colonial home at the corner of Main Street and Hebron Avenue, where seasonal wreaths, festive displays and colorful décor hint at the treasure-filled rooms waiting inside Emmy Lou’s Gift Shop. Founded in 1985 by Emmy Lou DeBari, Emmy Lou’s is one of Glastonbury’s most recognizable small businesses — part...

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...