Life + Culture

Versha Munshi-South

 Education Consultant Article by Sarah Bamford @hybridmediacomm Versha Munshi-South serves as the Vice President on the Stamford Board of Education. She is a former teacher, instructional coach, and principal currently working as an education consultant at TNTP, a national education nonprofit. Versha has two kids who attend Westhill High School. What do you love most about being a woman?  What I love most is being a mom. I’m blown away by how much I’ve been able to learn about myself...

Life + Culture

LYNNE COLATRELLA

Shaping Stamford's Arts & Culture Article by Laurie A. Guzda | Photography by Angela Strassheim If you’ve enjoyed a Thanksgiving Parade Spectacular, Alive at Five concerts or street art in Stamford Downtown, then you can thank Lynne Colatrella. Lynne has been producing downtown events since 1999. She helped to grow the parade to one of the most significant in the country! The concert series was built upon local talent in a trailer in the park. Lynne’s vision elevated it to a big stage with big...

Wellness

The Gulliver Girls

A Story of Strength and Resilience Article and Photography by On Thursday, May 8th, at 11 AM, the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich will host the American Cancer Society’s annual Women Leading the Way to Wellness luncheon. Among this year’s honorees are Sue, Lauren, and Morgan Gulliver—three extraordinary women whose journeys with cancer have inspired many. Lauren and Morgan will be recognized for their individual battles against cancer, while Sue is being honored for her unwavering dedication to...

Health + Wellness

Understanding Menopause

Being proactive as our bodies change can help lessen some of the effects and make the transition more comfortable. Article by LA Guzda, Jacqui Justice and Emmi Lucca Before, during, and after menopause, a woman's body undergoes significant changes. One of the biggest misconceptions is that we should let nature take its course and simply endure the symptoms. However, science has shown that comprehensive blood panels and early hormone replacement can have a significant positive impact on a...

Real Estate

HOME STAGING

An Essential Investment in the Sale of Your Home Article by Liz Pensiero | Photography by Marcott Studios Home Staging is often a misunderstood notion when most decide to sell their home. Many find the concept hard to negotiate or understand. Most want to save money for their new space and not spend additional dollars on a home they are preparing to leave. However, Home Staging is NOT interior design or simply arriving with a truck load of gorgeous white furniture. Home staging is “the art of...

Event Planning + Services

Feel The Thrill

RPM Raceway Revs Up Stamford with Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Featuring Racing, Gaming, and Dining Article by Ashley Goldstein RPM Raceway’s Stamford location recently unveiled an impressive multi-million dollar renovation. As a cornerstone of RPM’s ongoing investment strategy, the upgraded 100,000+ square-foot venue features a signature multi-level go-kart racing track, ageless classics and modern arcade games, and revamped dining options. The enhancements bring a next-generation...

Wellness

Investment in Your Health

Root-Cause Blood Chemistry Analysis Article by Jacqui Justice MS Functional Nutritionalist @JacquiJustice A root-cause blood chemistry analysis goes beyond standard lab tests, providing a deeper understanding of your overall health. Here’s why it’s a valuable investment: Identifies Hidden Imbalances: Detects nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and inflammation before they become major health issues. Prevents Chronic Conditions: Early detection of metabolic dysfunction, blood...

Life + Culture

Oliver Kaufman

Investing Time & Heart Article by Sarah Bamford @HybridMediaComm | Photography by Laney Lloyd Oliver Kaufman, 62  How do you invest in your local community? I volunteer every weekend and sometimes during the week. I've picked 2 non-profits Food Rescue and Filling in the Blanks that address food insecurity and childhood hunger respectively. For fun, I volunteer at food and music events like the Greenwich International Film Festival, Hey Stamford Food Festival, and others.  What volunteer...

Life + Culture

Meet Mitch Kidd

Creative Vision for Building Dreams ...from New South Wales to Stamford Article by Laurie A. Guzda Paint us a picture of growing up “down under”. Growing up on a farm, was an incredible experience. My grandparents built the house. It’s a place filled with decades of history and memories. The farm remains in our family, making it an enduring connection to my roots. Growing up in that environment taught me resilience, problem-solving, and a deep respect for hard work. The freedom to explore...

Beauty

MYNE Beauty

It’s yours, it’s ours, it’s MYNE. Article by Laurie A. Guzda What was your "Aha" moment to launch your own brand? I’ve spent my entire career developing products designed to preserve youth and push back the signs of aging—for both women and men. But now, in my late 50s, I see the world, and the beauty industry, through a completely different lens. Women my age don’t wake up saying, “Heck yeah! Let’s celebrate our lines and wrinkles!” We’ve been conditioned to see them as flaws rather than...