Whenever I visit Litchfield (map), the county seat of Northwestern Connecticut, I think of the Kinks song “Village Green Preservation Society,” especially the lines, “Preserving the old ways from being abused/Protecting the new ways for me and for you/What more can we do?” It’s clearly a town that’s in love with both historical tradition and […]
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Northern West
At the intersection of two interstates, with its skyscrapers and gold-domed capitol, Hartford gets most of the day-to-day attention. But (more…)
Mystical Quest
You’ve probably heard of Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, Mystic Pizza. You probably haven’t heard of Young Buns. (more…)
Summer Breeze
Late summer might be the perfect time for a day trip with a friend—especially this summer, when being together means being outdoors. (more…)
Northern West
At the intersection of two interstates, with its skyscrapers and gold-domed capitol, Hartford gets most of the day-to-day attention. But (more…)
Land of Plenty
Say “Connecticut” to someone who isn’t from here, and they’re likely to picture a town like Farmington (more…)