Travel

An Unforgettable Getaway

The Four Seasons Resort Nevis was a family escape that felt like being in a movie. Article by Marisa MacLean Some vacations ease you into relaxation. Others sweep you up immediately. Four Seasons Resort Nevis is firmly the latter. We escaped to the resort Thanksgiving week, with a direct flight from JFK to St. Kitts, followed by what may be one of the most seamless (and enjoyable) hotel transfers we have ever experienced. From the moment we landed, Four Seasons handled everything. In true ...

Life + Culture

Love, Westport Style

Four couples, four journeys, and one town that ties every chapter together. Article by Elizabeth Ginns Britten Chris Murray & Diane McCoy: A Second Chance, 43 Years Later Some love stories unfold quickly. Others take their time—circling back when the moment is right. For Westport’s Chris Murray and Diane McCoy, their story spans decades, continents, careers, and one unforgettable reunion in the very town where it all began. Chris and Diane first met on the first day of Staples High School...

Style + Beauty

Editor's Pick: Valentine's Arrangements from STEMS + CO

Article by Sara Gaynes Levy Last March, floral studio STEMS + CO expanded their business into a new retail shop in Georgetown. This year marks their first Valentine’s Day since the expansion, and it’s the perfect time to pick up a gorgeous, detailed, colorful arrangement from the shop. “Our Valentine’s designs reflect our philosophy: natural, organic, refined, and full of texture and movement,” says founder and floral designer Lauryn Soden, who started the local business a decade ago after 10+...

Sports + Recreation

Winter Sports Spots

Winter Olympics got you itching to compete? Play at one of these cold-weather-friendly spots. Article and Photography by 1. The Clubhouse, 1620 Post Road E. The golf simulators aren't the only way to play at The Clubhouse: their multisport option offers 30 other activities, including soccer and basketball. Recommended for ages 14 and up.  theclubhousewestport.com 2. Pickleball America, 140 Atlantic St., Stamford Play one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S. on one of the largest...

Life + Culture

Start Your Pencils

Inside The Westport Library’s annual crossword puzzle contest, now in its 27th year.  Article by Sara Gaynes Levy This month, The Westport Library will host their 27th annual Crossword Puzzle Competition. While the event might not be as well-known in town as some of their tentpole events like VersoFest and BOOKED for the Evening, the contest is an annual gathering of some of the most die-hard competitive puzzlers, who come together on one of their favorite days of the year. And it can be...

Fitness

Pretty Strong

J. Ashley Fitness offers exercise classes for women of all experience levels, with the goal of building strength and confidence. Article by Yael L. Maxwell | Photography by Kate Stojkovic Fitness has always been a part of Janine Trembicki’s life, but she never imagined her journey to creating an inspirational workout culture would enable hundreds of Westport-area women to find a community of strength and self-love. Her successful women-only gym, J. Ashley Fitness—which is now located at 623...

Home Services

Spotlight On: VFW Post 399

Article by Sara Gaynes Levy The brick building at 465 Riverside Ave. is home to what may be one of Westport’s most under-celebrated organizations: the Joseph J. Clinton Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 399. The organization, named for veteran Private Joseph J. Clinton, who was killed in France during World War I, provides countless services to local veterans, including free monthly luncheons, jazz nights with Grammy-nominated musicians, and held monthly Red Cross Blood Drives for past 66 straight...

Shopping

Your 2026 Jewelry Guide

Everything you need to know to shop for quality, giftable pieces this year. Article and Photography by With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s jewelry shopping season. If you’re looking to invest in a timeless, lasting piece of fine jewelry for someone in your life, Westport Lifestyle spoke to two of the most knowledgeable people in the business: Nikita Green, the estate and e-commerce specialist at Lux Bond & Green, and Michael Halpy, owner of LENOX Jewelers in Fairfield. Here are...

Life + Culture

Strength In Community

First Selectman Kevin Christie gives us a glimpse into his new role. Article by Kevin Christie | Photography by Jerri Graham Written December 13, 2025 Westport’s strength has always come from its people and community. From our neighborhoods and schools to our businesses, beaches, and cultural institutions, what stands out most is a shared sense of care and commitment. Residents show up for one another, volunteer their time, and take pride in making this town a place that feels both...

Food + Beverage

Love Is in the Air

Crafting a love story through food. Article by Robin Selden Love shows up in many forms, but my favorite has always been the delicious kind. In our kitchens at Marcia Selden Catering, food is truly our love language, and every delicious bite that we craft is made with love and lots of passion! It’s how we celebrate, flirt, comfort, surprise, delight, and create unforgettable memories. So, when Westport Lifestyle asked me to share ideas for their "Love Local" issue, my mind instantly went to...