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On Our Radar

Faces, places, treasures, and trends that caught our attention
OWNERS ANDY STOWERS AND BROOK NOEL PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
With Andy Stowers and Brook Noel at the helm and executive Chef Robert Peotter in the kitchen, this seafood restaurant has become a local favorite, with one of the best bar scenes in the area.
SHARON CURRAN PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
At R Barn Stable & Studio in Bethlehem, artist Sharon Curran lives a focused life training and boarding horses, while creating beautiful handmade ceramic sculptures of her equine friends.
QUINCY HORAN PHOTOGRAPHED BY VERONICA DAY
At Waldingfield Farm, the Horan Brothers are passionate about growing organic vegetables. Patrick (P) is the marketing mastermind and Quincy (Q) presides over those precious fields.
RICH POMERANTZ
The Washington Connecticut Antiques & Design Show returns with curated antiques, chic modern design, and two evening parties to spice up Columbus Day weekend.
PAUL GALLANT AND HIS DOG, HUNTER, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN.
Inspired to extend his ailing dog's life, Paul Gallant turned to a holistic approach by cooking organic pet food. Now, all of our pets can benefit from his new business: Paul's Custom Pet Food.
WILLIAM DE LA MARE
Art collectors Edwin and Thayer Hochberg open their exquisite sculpture garden in New Preston to members of WAA as part of the upcoming event Sculpture in Landscape Tour.
FERRARIS AND LIME ROCK JUST GO TOGETHER. PHOTO BY GREG CLARK AND CASEY KEIL, COURTESY OF LIME ROCK PARK.
For lovers of the most elegant and fastest historic cars in the world, there's no other place to be over Labor Day weekend than Lime Rock Park in Salisbury-Lakeville.
Fencing instructor Marc ganych photographed by constance schiano.
Russian-trained fencing master Marc Ganych reveals the unique explosive beauty of this noble Olympic sport during an introductory class for local fitness enthusiasts.
This rising star gave a riveting performance on the grounds of Shepaug Valley High School for a scholarship fundraiser.
STANLEY LINDER & RAY BAKER PHOTOGRAPHED BY CONSTANCE SCHIANO
Welcome to the world of Ray Baker and Stanley Linder—where nature is art and art is nature.
ENJOYING A SUMMER BEER AND SHOESTRING FRIES AT JOHN'S CAFE IN WOODBURY.
When the weather's fine, and there are a raft of restaurants with terrific outdoor spaces to enjoy, there's no reason to wine and dine behind closed doors. Here are a few of our favorites. 
SCOTT PHILLIPS
Our annual guide to the Farmers Markets and Pick-Your-Own Farms in Litchfield County where you can find locally grown fresh produce and artisanal foods.
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