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Haystacks signature line of stretchy printed skirts, pants, tops and dresses was born on owner Lizzi Lambert’s dining room table in Northern Michigan. This little cottage industry of Made in America clothing has grown to six stores; the newest of  Read more

Through Hotel Tonight, I snagged a double/double atHotel Chandler, on 31st Street, for $199. Local Essex, CT/NYC Interior Designer Jane Capellini just completed the overhaul of the lobby and it’s a subtle, soothing oasis of taupe and gray. In the Read more

You know this about me by now: I love to cook. And I do it often. But there are days when I’m rushing home from God knows where and I just can’t get dinner on the table. And the last thing I need is pizza. There is some fine takeout on the Shoreline, Read more

Last Saturday, with a daunting to-do list, I dropped everything for an invitation to paint Christmas cookies. Read more

Habitat for Humanity of Southeastern Connecticut (HFHSECT) is a nonprofit Christian housing organization that works with low income families to build homes; removing them from unfit housing situations and moving them into homes that are safe decent a Read more

There are so many wonderful things to do on the Shoreline during the holidays that we compiled a list of don't miss seasonal happenings, sales and special events. I hope you enjoy this list, mark your calendar and print it out for easy reference. Fi Read more

The burger bar craze zigzagged all over Connecticut before settling on the Shoreline, but I’m happy to report that a good one has opened in Westbrook. Haywire Burger Bar is a family-friendly version with something to suit even the pickiest eaters in  Read more

Part-time Shoreline resident, Ali Schneider, envisioned Haven’s Kitchen and executed it impressively. Housed in a charming Chelsea carriage house, it's an organic cafe, sustainable cooking school and stunning events space. Ali is passionate, not Read more

Luxurious, indulgent and smacking of the holidays, there's nothing I like better than an hour or two spent sipping tea and noshing on cucumber sandwiches, a once-a-year ritual with my daughter. Read more

What's the holiday season without a Nutcracker or Messiah? Here's a list of holiday concerts and theater events on the Shoreline and beyond.  Read more