Our summer interns picked a few of their favorite places to hike in Litchfield County.
On Lake Waramaug’s silvery surface, a striking modern structure rises from the shoreline—a bold departure from traditional lakefront cabins. Its floor-to ceiling windows offer clean, minimalist lines, mirroring the water below. It commands attention through elegant simplicity. “When you’re inside, you feel like you’re on the lake,” says Marie Schwartz, who, along with her husband, Mark, commissioned the construction. “Whether inside or out, it allows you to enjoy the surrounding environment—it makes the lake itself the focal point.”
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Aug 4
So much going on in Sharon today! Page to Plate book talks and signings for the @hotchkisslibraryofsharon , including butter boards!, an outdoor market, shopping at two of our faves @dugazonshop and @themckenzieshoppe and finding treasures at a tag sale!
Aug 1
When people think of Classic Turf, they often think of tennis courts, and for good reason.
But that’s only part of what they do! Based in Woodbury, CT, Classic Turf combines innovative post-tension concrete technology with expert craftsmanship to build durable, high-performance sports facilities.
In addition to tennis courts, they design and construct pickleball courts, basketball courts, rooftop athletic facilities, hockey rinks, and tracks built to last.
Whatever the sport, they create surfaces athletes can trust. Learn more about their full range of services at ClassicTurf.org!
Jul 30
Actor, writer, musician, painter @sebastiantillinger has done it all. Now he’s written a memoir about chasing Hollywood at 25, in 1999 LA. Our publisher and editor-in-chief Mary Beth Lawlor sat down with him Sunday for an interview at @hickorystickbookshop - and the house was packed!
How the Ferris Wheel Was Broken by Sebastian Tillinger.
Jul 27
At the 2026 Los Angeles Invitational Wine Competition, Spring Hill Vineyards and winemaker Ruaan Viljoen earned some of the highest honors in the country—led by the estate-grown Itasca, also known as Picnic Blanc, which took Best White Wine, Best of Class, Double Gold, and 98 points. Cabernet Franc, Marquette, Grotto Reserve, Pond House Reserve, Lucy Sparkle, and SHAG Rosé also took home medals, with additional recognition at the 2026 Libations Wine Competition
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Jul 26
After losing her father and best friend, Jon Siegel,
in February, Rachel Marshall of Lakeville is riding
this year’s Pan-Mass Challenge in his honor.
Jon rode the PMC for over 40 years, including after his glioblastoma diagnosis and brain surgery.
Now, Rachel is carrying forward his legacy of courage, generosity, and hope.
This will be Rachel’s second PMC ride and 17th year volunteering. She is also celebrating seven years in recovery from addiction, a journey her father supported every step of the way.
The Pan Mass Challenge takes place August 1 & 2.
After raising nearly $19,000 last year,
Rachel hopes to surpass $25,000 this year.
If you would like to support Rachel:
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https://profile.pmc.org/RS0242
Jul 22
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