There’s a certain rhythm to spring in Fairfield County, the sense of renewal, of fresh ideas taking shape, of community gathering again with intention. This issue reflects that energy in all its forms: entrepreneurial, creative and deeply local.
We begin with a cover story on Joey Wölffer, whose latest non-alcoholic launch speaks to a broader cultural shift toward mindful living without sacrificing style or experience. It’s a thoughtful evolution, and one that feels very much of the moment to feature. We discuss the vineyard under her direction, a short ferry ride away and explore the locales in which you can secure a bottle or two for yourself.
That same spirit of purpose and progress carries through our features. Melissa Connor is helping to shape a new kind of professional community with the launch of the Connecticut chapter of The WIE Suite, one rooted in connection, collaboration, and the advancement of women founders and leaders. We also celebrate milestones close to home, from Kerri Rosenthal and Serena & Lily’s ten-year anniversaries to the Westport Farmers’ Market celebrating 20 years of connecting community and culture.
Across our towns and across disciplines, our talent here continue to lead with impact. From Dr. Skarp Aksl’s new partnership at Coastal OBGYN and his focus on women’s wellness, to designers like Ariel Okin, whose latest book, The Happy Home, invite us to rethink how we live, this issue is filled with stories of vision and momentum.
As always, this issue is about more than places, it’s about people. From conversations at the Westport Library with authors like Dana Perino, to new creative ventures, salons and seasonal gatherings at the Levitt Pavilion, we’re reminded that what makes this area so special is the way it continues to evolve while staying deeply connected.
Here’s to a season of new beginnings and to the people and ideas shaping what comes next.
