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Labonne’s Market

With the feel of a larger supermarket, yet with the intimacy of a grocery store, Labonne’s Market manages to straddle the two by providing a well-organized shop where you can buy a range of foods. Their meat and fish department is extensive, with a large selection of prepared foods at their deli. They have a wide variety of made to order gift baskets starting at $25 and they can provide local delivery. They also sell fresh sushi made daily on the premises. Fairly nice bakery section.

Labonne’s Market
238 Main St South
203-263-1940
Instagram: @labonnes

New Morning Natural & Organic

We’ve all been waiting for New Morning Natural & Organic to move to their new, expanded location and it’s finally happened. You can pretty much find anything you are looking for if you are in the market for organic and natural foods, supplements, gifts, all natural skin care products, prepared foods, bulk grains, seeds and nuts, fresh produce, eco-friendly products, meats, and baked goods. Check their website for daily specials of ready-to-eat natural and organic foods served at The Provender, their prepared foods counter. They offer a range of classes and lectures as part of their mission to educate people on achieving a sustainable, healthy lifestyle (again, check their website as some of these classes require a fee and registration).

New Morning Market 
129 Main St North
203-263-4868
Instagram: @newmorningmarket1971

Ovens of France

If you appreciate tasty, fresh breads, pastries, pies, tarts, then you have reached the heavenly Ovens of France. They also make daily soups and great coffee. Most people tend to pick up the goodies and bring them home, but if you want to relax and indulge, you can sit at a table outside and savor a cup of fresh brewed coffee (their cappuccino is the best!) and a freshly made croissant.

Ovens of France
660 Main St South, Woodbury
203-263-2540

Nancy Opgaard Yoga

Known as one of the best yoga teachers in the area, Nancy Opgaard practices Ivengar and Ashtanga Yoga. Also a licensed massage therapist, Nancy has added Ayurvedic massage to her services.

Nancy Opgaard Yoga
38 Great Hill Rd.
860-248-3247

Yoga at Space

The studio is situated in a beautifully renovated carriage barn. And Sara Getz  is amazing as lead teacher. A variety of traditional Yoga classes for all levels of students.

Yoga at Space
228 Sharon Rd.
860-435-9046

Charym Yoga Studio

“Charym” is the Bhutanese word for beauty. Their Center Studio is an oasis of tranquility, located in the heart of West Street Yard in Litchfield. Charym offers yoga, meditation and fusion classes which weave yoga, Pilates, dance and fitness.

Charym Yoga Studio
174 West St, Litchfield
860-567-2241

Litchfield Hills Aikikai

Laura Pavlik is the owner of this traditional Aikido Dojo, Litchfield Hills Aikikai. She teaches Aikido, a traditional Japanese martial art based on the principle of non-resistance. Aikido practice involves physical conditioning such as strength, stamina, flexibility, coordination, and resilience. As well, it provides mental conditioning such as self-confidence, concentration, alertness, intuitiveness and concern for others. As a non-violent art, Aikido is great for children. No experience necessary. Nurture your mind, body and spirit. There are also Pilates classes for any level.

Litchfield Hills Aikikai

49 Maple St., Bantam

860-576-2527 

41 Gay Street: Private Training Studio

Helen Killmer has been offering one-on-one and group fitness classes in her Sharon studio for years.  Within the walls of this beautifully serene barn studio, she offers endurance spin, S.W.A.T., yoga workshops and kettle bell training, just to name a few of the classes available. Suzanne Oliver teaches Pilates mat classes as well as private Pilates training on the reformer, tower and chair at the studio. Call the studio for class times and availability or email helen@studioat41.com

Helen Killmer
41 Gay St
860-364-9350

Anne Hungerford Yoga

This yoga studio provides a small, friendly group of teachers dedicated to serving the community. They offer virtual classes, in studio classes, and private classes. Programs include Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha Flow, Hour of Power, Meditation, Tai Chi Chaun, and more.

Anne Hungerford Yoga
168 New Milford Tpke, New Preston 
860-868-6707

Bantam Cinema

The charming Bantam Cinema brings us the best foreign films along with Hollywood movies. Situated in an old barn, it’s small and cozy, and parking can be a challenge, but we love it and couldn’t live without it!

Bantam Cinema
115 Bantam Lake Rd., Bantam
860-567-0006
Instagram: @bantam.cinema

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