When the Map Moved: The Joseph Moore House Imagine waking up one morning to discover that your address had changed. Not because you packed a moving truck or bought a new home, but because someone had redrawn the border. It sounds impossible today, yet for generations of the Moore family in Southwick, that was simply […]
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Five Breweries, One City: Exploring Westfield’s Craft Beer Scene and Beyond
Living on the Massachusetts-Connecticut border, I’ve always appreciated how many local destinations we have within a short drive. Vineyards, farm stands, hiking trails, and small-town downtowns often get most of the attentioman, but one thing surprised me when I stopped to think about it: Little ole Westfield, MA has five breweries. Not five breweries scattered […]
A Perfect Summer Afternoon in Southwick, Massachusetts
I grew up in Southwick, so it’s easy to assume I’ve seen everything the town has to offer. But one of the things I love most about living nearby is that I’m still discovering new places, returning to old favorites, and finding new reasons to appreciate the community. This week, my daughter Ryan and I […]
Farmers Markets, Farm Stands & Fresh Finds in Western Massachusetts & Northwestern Connecticut (2026)
There is something about a farmers market that feels like summer. Maybe it’s the smell of fresh strawberries. Maybe it’s the buckets of flowers. Maybe it’s the fact that complete strangers suddenly find themselves discussing tomatoes as if the future of civilization depends on choosing the right one. Whatever the reason, farmers’ markets are one […]
The Southwick Housing Market Has Changed. Here’s What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know.
You are aware it isn’t 2021 anymore, right? Sometimes I wonder. Every time I open social media, I see people talking about the housing market like we’re still in the middle of the pandemic frenzy. You remember those days. Twenty offers. Waived inspections. Houses selling before the sign hit the lawn. Depending on who you […]
