Your guide to the heart of Litchfield County:
Discover local stories, hidden gems, and must-know events.

admin

The Snuggery

The Snuggery Bed & Breakfast, situated in the heart of Litchfield County, offers a charming country getaway steeped in history. It is an ideal destination for those wanting to explore the beauty of the region. Built in 1840, this historic Greek Revival residence has maintained much of its original character and unique architectural charm, allowing guests to feel as though they are stepping back in time. The two-bedroom private suite is located on the second floor, so be prepared to climb the historic front hall stairs. In the suite, you will find two beautifully appointed bedrooms, a sitting area, and a full bathroom, all of which have been newly renovated and updated with modern amenities. Enjoy a full range of breakfast foods and snacks to kickstart your day of adventure. After your day of exploration, we invite you to unwind with a glass of wine fireside in our first-floor parlor.

16 North Street Suite B
Goshen, CT 06756, US
(860) 689-3959
https://thesnuggery.net/

Undermountain Pantry

Undermountain Pantry is a farm to table cooking school with a micro bakery and organic gardens. Our cooking classes highlight seasonal ingredients from our own gardens and local farms. Our sourdough breads and baked goods are available weekly at different pick up locations on a pre-order basis: Ilse Coffee in Canaan, The Norfolk Hub, and Beavertides Farm in Falls Village. For our full class calendar and weekly menus visit our website.

35 Cobble Road, Falls Village CT 06031
(860) 618-8822
https://undermountainpantry.com

American Mural Project (AMP)

AMP is a nonprofit organization that celebrates American workers and inspires collaboration. In addition to its centerpiece “art of work” mural exhibit—the largest indoor collaborative artwork in the world—AMP offers educational programs for all ages and an eclectic lineup of live events. AMP’s mural exhibit depicts diverse workers on a grand scale and tells real-life workers’ stories. The exhibit is open to the public on Fridays (10am-5pm), Saturdays (10am-5pm), and Sundays (12pm-5pm). Volunteers support AMP’s mission through program assistance, event help, and maintaining this unique cultural landmark, which is a renovated historic mill building.

90 Whiting St, Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-3006
https://www.americanmuralproject.org/

Dance N Beyond

Dance N Beyond offers classes for all ages in a fun, supportive, and family-friendly space.

Our experienced teachers focus on technique, creativity, and confidence—helping every dancer grow and shine.

Register or message us today—your first class is always free!

104 Pinewoods Rd, Torrington, CT 06790, USA
(860) 960-7771
https://dancenbeyond.com/

Mill Town Photo Company

A professional photography studio that specializes in family and high school senior portraits. Embracing the landscapes and unique spaces that you can find in small mill towns of New England to build beautiful portraits for our families.

Based out of Torrington, but available throughout New England.

(860) 459-8826
http://https://www.milltownphotocompany.com

The Silo Cooking School

Founded by Ruth and Skitch Henderson over five decades ago, The Silo Cooking School has stood as a roaring testament to the artistry, ingenuity, and sheer joy of cooking. This is the spot where culinary sparks turned into wildfires, where the seeds of what would become the Food Network were first sown in the 1970s—before cable took over our screens. It’s where titans of the culinary world like Julia Child, Jacques Pépin, and Martha Stewart—not just names, but legends—stepped into our kitchen, not only to teach but to capture the magic of food on film.

Today, The Silo Cooking School isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a destination for anyone hungry to connect with food, culture, and community. Whether you’re signing up for one of our public cooking classes to master a new dish, bringing your team for a corporate team-building session that fires up creativity, or planning a private group class tailored to your wildest culinary dreams, our kitchen doors are wide open. We’re also serving up unforgettable cooking summer camps for the next generation of foodies and offering bespoke catering services to make your events unforgettable.

We are open 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm

The Silo Cooking School
44 Upland road,
New Milford CT 06776
(860) 355-0300

Mill Town Photo Company

A professional portrait photography studio that specializes in High School Seniors and Families! Creating individualized photo sessions to best capture our subjects and their families!

Based out of Torrington. Always traveling to destinations in and around the state.

Our website is always open!
(860) 459-8826
https://www.milltownphotocompany.com/

Dance Temple

Dance Temple is a new dance studio & wellness space for women. We offer classes in pole, ballet, modern, intensive workshops, special events and more. We cultivate a deep connection to our bodies through dance and somatic practices to wake up our creativity and our energetic resources. We tap into our sensuality and our strength—and watch our wisdom, intuition and power come online! There’s nothing like it! Classes and workshops are offered throughout the week. We have drop-in/single classes and exclusive membership options!

22 East St, Unit 4
Bethlehem, CT 06751
(603) 661-8829
https://dancetemplect.com

Books & Art on Main

Books & Art on Main, a new bookstore located at 692 Main Street, Plymouth, CT, is pleased to announce its opening in this new year!

The store offers used and new books (fiction, nonfiction, art, crafts, gardening, cooking, home, history, religion, Bibles, children’s books), plus journals, framed art, art supplies, and giftware.

“A new year is the perfect time to discover a new passion or hobby,” says proprietor Robert Schwalb. “Some people aspire to a reading challenge, such as reading 100 books during the year. A 2016 Yale study, recently cited in the news source Axios.com, suggests that developing a reading habit may actually help lengthen life, especially for those over 50.”

“Journaling, too, can benefit folks in so many ways, from boosting your mood on gray winter days to furthering self-discovery. We have a variety of journals in the store.” (https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-journaling#takeaway).

“Trying your hand at an art project can also help reduce stress and aid in self-expression. We have colored pencils, sketchbooks, paints, paper, brushes, most anything you might need to get creative,” says Schwalb. https://www.webmd.com/balance/health-benefits-of-hobbies

“And a new year is a fantastic time to start a new venture, such as a bookstore,” says Schwalb. “Books & Art on Main is located in a historic Colonial Revival building that once housed the Plymouth Library. We’re thrilled to be able to operate in this beautiful building, which was constructed in 1932, amazingly during the height of the Great Depression.

“The building is truly a gem, with a gorgeous Palladian window, intricately crafted woodwork, and a magnificent fireplace. The architect and contractor even carved their names on the fireplace overmantel.

“Thanks to folks from the Plymouth Historical Society and local history buffs, we keep learning more and more about the library’s history. For example, we learned that the original library—housed in a different building that was destroyed by fire—was founded in 1871 by Congregational clergyman Reverend Elias Brewster Hillard (1825–1895), apparently known, back in the day, as a ‘man of fire’ for his efforts to improve life in Plymouth and Litchfield County. Reverend Hillard was also the grandfather of Pulitzer Prize-, Tony Award-, and National Book Award-winning poet, dramatist, and Librarian of Congress Archibald MacLeish, who died in 1982. Reverend Hillard himself compiled an important book, The Last Men of the Revolution, a photographic album of the last living survivors of the American Revolution, which was published in Hartford in 1864, during the Civil War,” says Schwalb.

“We opened unofficially during the holiday season and have been warmly welcomed by members of the community, who are happy that their former library building has a new lease on life, and that its legacy of providing a home for books in Plymouth is continued.”

Schwalb and his wife Sue have worked in book publishing and art and design for many years and previously operated a bookstore in Bantam, CT.

Books & Art on Main is located at 692 Main Street, Plymouth, CT, in the Plymouth Historic District. Winter hours: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. Parking is available behind the shop and along the nearby Plymouth Green. Website: booksandartonmain.com. For more information, email [email protected], or call 347-813-0777.

Books & Art on Main
692 Main St., Plymouth, CT 06782
booksandartonmain.com
347-813-0777

  • Things to Do!

    Plan your weekend with our guides to the best things to do in Litchfield County, from events and art openings to dining and hikes.

  • Karen Raines Davis