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Winter hiking is an invigorating and refreshing way to explore the beauty of the natural world. With fewer visitors and quiet trails, it’s the perfect time to discover hidden gems in our local woods. The key is to dress appropriately

This Sunday is the Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, as we usher in the year of the rabbit. It is a major holiday in China and Chinese communities around the world. The date

Our region here is home to many beloved ski resorts, making the perfect winter outing for the adventurous. The art of skiing dates back to over 8,000 years ago when the early inhabitants of Scandinavia would use flattened boards as

Shop Local: The Gift of Community Support  The holidays are upon us. As Christmas lists grow, we rush to place perfectly wrapped presents under the tree. During the hustle and bustle, it is easy to depend on the simplicity of

“The brave people of Ukraine desperately need our prayers and support as they represent the free world in their defense of their small country against unjustified aggression. Do not take the importance of this lightly. They are also fighting for us.

OUR MOVIEHOUSE The Moviehouse, Independent Cinema in Millerton, New York “This theatre is in a beautiful country setting with spectacular productions. Totally first-rate. Their shows are cast with New York professionals” “This is a little Theater and barn in a

DONATE HERE To Sunflower of Peace Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to helping Ukrainians affected by the Russian military invasion. www.sunflowerofpeace.com Along with Twitter”s donation of 1 Million and our contributions “Sunflower of Peace” is up to $4.4 million

THE PLAYHOUSE Mission: To entertain the community of Northwest Connecticut and beyond “This theatre is in a beautiful country setting with spectacular productions. Totally first-rate. Their shows are cast with New York professionals” “This is a little Theater and barn

OUR APPALACHIAN TRAIL A return to adventure, and unlimited conservation Elias “Eli” Abbott – ‘Our Local Hero’ Connecticut is awash in history, culture, and inspiration, with our lovely Salisbury a true reflection of everything that makes this state a perfect

JUMPFEST 2022 The 96th Annual Salisbury Ski Jumps “It’s not every day that one can experience the ski jumps! Salisbury is a beautiful small New England village, and the Salisbury Jumpfest is just a slice of Americana for a fairly

Salisbury is a prime location for anglers around the world. With the array of rivers and lakes that perforate the area, there is a perfect fishing hole for everyone. While summer may be a favorite season to spend casting along

Happy Chinese New Year!  February 1st will mark the start of the new Lunar Year. Known as the Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year, this celebration kicks off on the second new moon following our winter solstice.

“I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” – Henry David Thoreau  A hike in the woods may not come to mind as a popular winter pastime, but a brisk jaunt through the snow-covered

Frosty January mornings can send us cowering beneath blankets, content to stay indoors to avoid the bitter winds outside. However, for those of us who have begun to feel the first itch of cabin fever, a comforting reward beckons us

“The mountains are calling, and I must go.” – John Muir This quote always conjures images of distant snowy peaks, dotting the horizon of Colorado’s famed Front Range– a skier’s paradise. But lovers of powder and turns do not have

The ancient Druids honored the winter solstice as a celebration of death and rebirth. Though our traditions may change and new days are named, this sentiment perseveres. The holidays bring a reminder of another year gone. We remember those who

No Christmas lineup is complete without an annual viewing of “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Seventy-five years later, Frank Capra’s iconic story continues to remind us of the importance of community, faith, and finding joy in our every day. Whether we

Shop Local: The Gift of Community Support  The holidays are upon us. As Christmas lists grow, we rush to place perfectly wrapped presents under the tree. During the hustle and bustle, it is easy to depend on the simplicity of

It’s that time of year again. Another year begins to close, and the first touches of frost have brought out our puffiest parkas and coziest sweaters. The smell of hot cocoa and peppermint drift from our favorite cups, and twinkling

As we get ready for a feast with our family, we look around and see so much that inspires the experience of gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends and neighbors. Thank you for your role in making this

As we come to the end of this November week, Thanksgiving is in the air! The fourth Thursday of November is loved for the simplicity of reflecting on what is good about life. The first Thanksgiving was four hundred years

On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor those who serve in the military. With our sincerest gratitude, we acknowledge all the veterans in our lives, both those who currently serve and those who served in the past. On this