Entertainment

Winter Revels

Local Holiday Happenings, Light Shows and Celebrations This Year Article and Photography by   Annual Holiday Stroll Location : Blue Back Square Date : December 5, 5 p.m. Details : Get in the holiday spirit with West Hartford’s classic New England-style Holiday Stroll at Blue Back Square and West Hartford Center. On Facebook: @Whartfordcenter. Nutcracker Ballet Location : The Bushnell, Hartford Dates : December 14-22 Details : A classic holiday...

Professional Services

Cummings & Lockwood

A Legacy of Legal Excellence and Client Service Article by Lucinda Jamison | Photography by Kaitlyn Casso With 115 years of experience, Cummings & Lockwood LLC has established itself as a leading law firm, one particularly adept at trust and estate planning and handling the sophisticated legal needs of its affluent clients, their families, family offices, businesses and charitable entities. The firm’s Private Clients Group offers a full spectrum of legal services, from strategies to ensure...

Shopping

Holiday Gift Guide

Give the gift of stunning jewelry for him and her this holiday season! Article and Photography by Armeny Custom Jewelry Design At Armeny Custom Jewelry Design owner Armen Manukyan creates crafts his jewelry to showcase the brilliance of natural gemstones and high-end metals. For him and her this year, Armeny Custom Jewelry features rings in 14K gold vermeil. Womens rings feature feature a range of stunning gems, including deep amethyst, soft pink DeFrance amethyst, fresh prasiolite...

Education

Igniting a New Era of STEM Learning

The Connecticut Science Center's New Experiences for Families Article by Brian Boyer Celebrating 15 years in Hartford’s educational and cultural scene, the Connecticut Science Center is gearing up for a bold transformation with a $20 million investment to take Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) awareness to new heights. Over the past decade and a half, the Science Center has attracted more than 4.3 million visitors, sparking curiosity and fostering a love of learning...

Home + Design

Dawn Gagliardi - Serhant

A Fresh Perspective on West Hartford's Real Estate Landscape Article by Lucinda Jamison | Photography by Noah Butler, Alpha Photography With its proximity to Boston and New York and its unique blend of urban and suburban charm, West Hartford is one of Connecticut's top real estate markets. That very popularity is what attracted a new brokerage branch by a familiar face from TV: Ryan Serhant of Million Dollar Listing fame. With his latest show, Owning Manhattan, recently greenlit for a second...

Food + Beverage

Try Something (slightly) Different This Thanksgiving

Squash Pie is Richer and Sweeter Than Pumpkin, Though it Looks Very Similar Article by Eileen M. McNamara Thanksgiving Squash Pie Recipe Thanksgiving is the perfect time to showcase seasonal flavors, and even a time to try something new and maybe a little different. This year, try swapping out, or adding, a squash pie to the traditional pumpkin pie offering at your Thanksgiving table. A delicious squash pie is a fantastic alternative to the classic pumpkin pie. The best squash for pie is...

Life + Culture

Giving Back

Meet the Neighbors in Your Community Working to Help Others Article by Eileen M. McNamara Friends of Feeney Created by a public school teacher, Friends of Feeney helps children and families who need assistance after personal heartbreak and tragedy. Founded by Eric Feeney in 2019 following the deaths of two of his students’ fathers, the group is passionate about helping students and promoting kindness. Friends of Feeney hosts several annual fundraising events, including a golf tournament, a...

Life + Culture

Behind the Badge

West Hartford Police Department’s Dedication to Community and Safety Article by Brian Boyer The West Hartford Police Department is more than just a law enforcement agency; it's a community cornerstone, deeply committed to fostering relationships, educating the public and keeping the town safe. From the popular Citizens Academy and college internship program to neighborhood outreach initiatives, WHPD goes beyond traditional policing to create a safer, more connected community. At the heart of...

Life + Culture

Tina Kiniry Management

Building a Global Modeling Agency with Heart and Vision Article by Eileen M. McNamara In 2023 Tina Kiniry took a bold step, venturing out on her own to establish Tina Kiniry Management here in West Hartford. The move marks a new chapter in a career that spans nearly four decades that has seen Tina journey from a young model to a prominent figure in the global modeling industry.  Her success story began in 1986 when she was a teenage model, balancing high school and working in places like G...

Health + Wellness

Understanding Morpheus8

Morpheus8 RFMicroneedlingThe beauty and skincare industry is continually evolving, with new advancements promising to deliver the fountain of youth in various creams, treatments, and procedures. Among these, Morpheus8 has emerged as a revolutionary technology, significantly impacting how professionals approach skin rejuvenation and body treatments. This innovative method combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to target deeper layers of the skin, promoting a natural healing process...