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Faces, places, treasures, and trends that caught our attention
Jill Tedesco Photography
Environmental supporters gathered at South Farms, Morris, for HVA’s Auction for the Environment benefiting regional conservation efforts.
Jim Henkens
Salisbury’s Jumpfest marks 100 years of ski jumping at Satre Hill with competitions, festivities, and youth programs.
Enza Events creates custom floral arrangements, installations, and full-scale event designs for weddings, galas, and celebrations.
Washington Art Association presents Young Talent 2026, showcasing contemporary works by emerging artists under 30 across diverse media.
Ryan Lavine
The Silo Cooking School reopens at Hunt Hill Farm, reviving Connecticut’s culinary hub with classes, chefs, and events.
Jacek Dolata
Horse-drawn sleigh rides at Wood Acres Farm in Terryville offer a timeless winter escape filled with romance, tradition, and quiet magic.
In Litchfield County, it truly takes a village—and now more than ever, our neighbors and local organizations need support.
Jim Henkens
This February 6-8, Salisbury will mark a remarkable milestone, as Jumpfest celebrates its 100th anniversary, honoring a century of ski jumping tradition at historic Satre Hill. Hosted by the Salisbury Winter Sports Association, Jumpfest is one of the oldest continuously running ski jumping competitions in the United States, and a cornerstone of winter life in the Northwest Corner.
Snow days might be a thing of the past, but hopefully Litchfield’s legacy of tobogganing down snowy streets is not.
Philip Dutton
Its size, shallow depth, and strong breezes have made Bantam Lake one of the best ice boating lakes in the Northeast.
Jacek Dolata
The winters in Litchfield County may be cold but they can also be fun. Make the most of it! Bundle up in layers and head outdoors to enjoy all the fun outdoor activities that Litchfield County has to offer.
Even during the cold, dark days of winter, Litchfield County offers up plenty of activities for everyone. Whether you’re a winter sport enthusiast or prefer to stay indoors on blustery days, check out this list of thing to do for inspiration.
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