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essex dermatology
Essex Dermatology
I’m always on the hunt for a non-invasive solution to brighten up my aging face. Here's what I found!

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nbmaa
Here's an absorbing activity for a chilly winter afternoon.

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Mystic Seaport Museum
There’s a fascinating exhibit at the Mystic Seaport Museum’s stunning new gallery that you shouldn’t miss...

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essex dermatology
I’m always on the hunt for a non-invasive solution to brighten up my aging face. Here's what I found!

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bonne sante
We gave Bonne Sante's all natural lash lift a try...

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nourish terry walters
If you are looking for some inspiration for cleaning up your eating, this book is for you.

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bonne sante
We gave Bonne Sante's all natural lash lift a try...

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Esana Med Spa
I caught up with Dr. Pan of Esana in Guilford to find out the best and latest in medical aesthetic treatments.

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annabella lashes
I treated myself to a lash lift at this new Old Saybrook studio.

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Consider donating to (or volunteering at) one or two of these if you can.

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We've gathered a list of (mainly) local charities for Giving Tuesday.

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polar express
Child & Family's Polar Express is a wonderful way to give back this season and help those in our own community.

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campinvention
Pivot your career, turn a passion into a business, or make healthy lifestyle changes; you'll find everything you need at Camp. 

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camp reinvention
Learn how to stop overthinking and take action in this Free 3-day challenge.

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I’ve been looking around at some of the fun social-slash-crafting events on the Shoreline and pulled together this list.

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fall things to do
Here's a round-up of corn mazes, country fairs, concerts, classes, and lots more on the CT Shoreline this Fall.

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cabaret
Spend an evening ensconced at the Kit Kat Club right here in East Haddam.

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May Things To Do
The E List Girls’ Night Out in Essex, Wednesday, May 4th. Join us for drinks, discounts and dinner!  Click here for more info. Eat in the Street: Cinco de Mayo,

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Here are my favorite stripes for the season...

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eyeglass
Our favorite optical shop, The Eyeglass Lass, has moved to bigger and better digs in Olde Mistick Village.

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azalea
Whether you're close to Niantic or not, this new building is worth the trip.

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easter
On the hunt for ham? Here’s our round-up of where to go out and take out for the Spring holidays!

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nourish terry walters
If you are looking for some inspiration for cleaning up your eating, this book is for you.

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parkville market
On a cold winter day, we warmed up with hot chicken, Mofongo, cheesesteaks (and more) at this mammoth food hall.

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yankee cider
Despite the summery weather, I still have a list of things I save for fall, which includes a stop at Yankee Cider in East Haddam.

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Craving cozy? Head straight to Au Chalet for steaming bowls of cheese and fresh salads in the Swiss style.

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august new haven
With its low-key European vibe, August is one of our favorite spots for wine and creative small plates.

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charleston
We discovered the best food, drinks, and sights of Charleston in an extra-long weekend getaway. Here's our list.

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Artemisia
Spend a day touring Old Lyme's shops and art museums...

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hotel marcel
We spent a peaceful night in the historic and 100% solar-powered Hotel Marcel.

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Here are my favorite stripes for the season...

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eyeglass
Our favorite optical shop, The Eyeglass Lass, has moved to bigger and better digs in Olde Mistick Village.

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saybrook home
Big news at the Saybrook Home Apparel Shop!

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SUP
Here's how to enjoy Stand Up Paddle if you have shoulder issues!

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online fitness classes
We've rounded up some of our tried and true online yoga and fitness classes.

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club cycle deep river
Here's a spin class that will get your heart pumping! And it's right here in Deep River.

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joy chocolates
This sweet spot offers up exquisite housemade chocolates, nostalgic candies, and simply the best single-origin cocoa.

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better rhodes
I stopped into the showroom the other day and came away with all sorts of lovely alcohol-free libations.

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There's still time to get your orders in for exquisite holiday desserts from our favorite sweet shops on the Shoreline.

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From classic country fairs and craft shows to oyster festivals and antique shows, here’s our list of summer fairs and festivals:

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summer fun
Some of our favorite summer festivals and events are returning for 2021!

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Victory Garden
We asked master gardener, Christine Darnell, for some tips on planting our own vegetables.

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campinvention
Pivot your career, turn a passion into a business, or make healthy lifestyle changes; you'll find everything you need at Camp. 

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nbmaa
Here's an absorbing activity for a chilly winter afternoon.

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A few pix of Girls' Night Out in Guilford!

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local online gifts
Shop from the comfort of your couch and support these local businesses!

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local food online
Gifts for every food fanatic in your life from right here in CT.

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madison ct shopping
I checked lots off my list on a sunny shopping spree in Madison!

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A few pix of Girls' Night Out in Guilford!

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girls' Night Out Guilford
We can’t wait for our second Girls’ Night Out of the season! Meet The E List team at The Guilford Marketplace on Thursday, December 8th, between 5 pm and 6:30

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girls night out
Over 325 women turned out for Girls Night Out in Essex and a blast was had by all!

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essex dermatology
I’m always on the hunt for a non-invasive solution to brighten up my aging face. Here's what I found!

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bonne sante
We gave Bonne Sante's all natural lash lift a try...

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640
Get yourself a therapeutic session at this sweet wellness studio in Westbrook.

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We’ve compiled all our most popular, need-to-know holiday info into one digital, mobile-friendly, downloadable, and shareable magazine.

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Lighted boat parade
Thanksgiving weekend isn't just about shopping! Here's a list of outdoor, cultural, and holiday events to enjoy with your family.

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Here’s our relatively exhaustive list of pop-up boutiques, holiday events, concerts, tree-lightings, strolls, and shops that do it up for the season.

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azalea
Whether you're close to Niantic or not, this new building is worth the trip.

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portside
Portside brings its fresh home decor perspective to Mystic, CT.

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essex mercantile
The merchandise here is thoughtfully selected with an eye to the unusual, handmade, and hard-to-find.

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just hatched
Karen Helburn of Just Hatched sheds optimism on the direction of small business during these times.

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bluebird day
Bluebird Day gets the balance just right with a selection of kids' clothing and gifts that are smart, fun, surprising, and practical.

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college collage
We asked our interns, Hannah and Molly, for their college wish list.

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mens gifts
Here's a round-up of goodies for guys on our list:

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We've trolled the internet for a bunch of great guy gifts for dads or grads:

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Here is some ingenious outdoor seating made right here in Higganum.

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Artemisia
Spend a day touring Old Lyme's shops and art museums...

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summer guide
Hi all, I’m so sorry, they’re all gone. We did not expect to sell out so quickly!   Would you like a print copy of our Summer Guide? We’ve got

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Don't miss this sweet gift shop in an old service station alongside rustic summer rental cottages.

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hotel marcel
We spent a peaceful night in the historic and 100% solar-powered Hotel Marcel.

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the blake
This new stay smack in the middle of New Haven walks a tightrope between spare modern design and luxurious coziness.

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Craving cozy? Head straight to Au Chalet for steaming bowls of cheese and fresh salads in the Swiss style.

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block island beach house
We checked into a beachfront hotel in Block Island and barely left the property!

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Truffle Mac & Cheese Ballo's
Most of us think of the casino for big-name acts and nights of gaming, but there’s lots more to do, whether gambling is your thing or not. I headed over for a weekend of spa services, a pool party and fabulous food.

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watch hill
For summer shopping (and snacking), Watch Hill is one of our all-time favorites.

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gourmet galley
It's a wrap! We hosted another fantastic Girls' Night Out, this time in Guilford. These events bring us, plus 400 happy women and all the shopkeepers, so much joy.

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prime steakhouse
I’m considering writing an article (with photos, of course) about everything I’ve eaten this year. It is, at the same time, the upside and downside of my job. So fun. So fattening.

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dorie greenspan
The official kick-off to the holiday season is here! For the first time in over 30 years, I did not host Thanksgiving; hence I enjoyed a rare relaxing weekend.

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ipark
A walk on the trails at I-Park are a perfect pick-me-up any time of year.

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fall events
Here's a slew of events happening this FALL.

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fairs festivals ct
Summer’s not over yet! Here’s a whole slew of fairs and festivals still to come:

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mamas garden
We're all in need of a little self-care these days. Find locally handcrafted scrubs, balms and lotions at Mama's Gardens!

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bestof_winners_featured
Here are the winners of the Best of the Shoreline Readers' Poll 2019

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readers poll
We give you our opinion all year long, now it’s your turn.

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readers poll
Here are YOUR favorites; a list of the winners of the 2018 Readers' Poll.

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nourish terry walters
If you are looking for some inspiration for cleaning up your eating, this book is for you.

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coquito
We asked The Essex for a recipe for a seasonal and innovative cocktail and Bar Manager and expert, John LaCross shared his vegan, gluten-free Coquito. It is a rum-based cocktail,

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dorie greenspan
We don't get through the holidays without baking treats from Dorie Greenspan.

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easter
On the hunt for ham? Here’s our round-up of where to go out and take out for the Spring holidays!

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parkville market
On a cold winter day, we warmed up with hot chicken, Mofongo, cheesesteaks (and more) at this mammoth food hall.

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moonshots
Moon Shots, famous for their cold-pressed organic juices, opens a brick & mortar serving juices, coffee, smoothies, waffles, avocado toast and more!

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bluebird home
We reached out to Mara Dowler, a Kon Marie Consultant and professional organizer for an answer to the teetering pile of papers that lands on every available flat surface.

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Celebrations on The Shoreline
Celebrations on The Shore creates balloon extravaganzas for any and all parties, soirees, and events.

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giving tuesday
There are many charitable organizations that support our Shoreline communities. Consider donating to (or volunteering at) one or two of these if you can.

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the e list shop
Take 20% when you shop online. Plus free shipping!

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spring capsule
I've picked everything you need for a Spring Into Summer Capsule Wardrobe from our best selling designers.

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the e list shop spring
We’re reopening up the shop this week with beautiful new Spring arrivals from favorite designers.

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wburg
I've been spending a good amount of time in Williamsburg and it makes for a great weekend getaway, with lovely hotels, shopping, restaurants, and people watching. Here's my list of favorites:

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wburg
It's easy to stay in Williamsburg for a (slower) change of pace. Here are my hotel picks.

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wburg
Here's my list of don't-miss shops for decor, gifts, and jewelry:

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links we love
Here's what's caught my eye during my 3am surfing lately.

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Links We Love
Prepare for a pandemic winter, dance your workout, Escape Room games at home, and more links we love.

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links we love
Best outdoor restaurants in NYC, travel essentials, gardening tools, and more marvels we've unearthed on the world wide interwebs.

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I justify my addiction to all things Apple because, hey, I’m in the digital industry!

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charleston
We discovered the best food, drinks, and sights of Charleston in an extra-long weekend getaway. Here's our list.

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I spent a laid-back and luxe weekend at a newish hotel in the Marigny.

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bazaar
We deserved a big break after managing to whip out a list every week, pandemic or not, so we headed off to Miami.

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niantic town guide
We've gathered our favorite places to eat and shop in Niantic and East Lyme and put them on a handy map.

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Essex Town Guide Featured
We've chosen our top 15 favorite places to eat and shop in Essex and put them on a handy map for you.

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Chester Town Guide
Here are our top picks for eating and shopping in Chester with a handy, printable map.

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chelsea wade
After spending too much time in my home over the last year and a half, I’m ready to redecorate!

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nation satin
Is satin just for dress-up or underpinnings? Nope! This spring, I’m loving this collection of (viscose) satin separates. The wide leg crop pant is just the ticket for hot summer

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From quarrying its famous pink granite, to bootlegging and hiding Captain Kidd’s treasure, the archipelago known as the Thimble Islands has served a range of uses laced with mysterious lore.

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FEED Suppers
You’ve probably seen these bags around, or you may even own one.

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new haven contest
We've partnered with The Shops at Yale to bring you this exciting weekend getaway and shopping spree worth over $1000!

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