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December Holidays and Giving The holidays are here and as the spirit of the season is among us, we often try to replicate what made the season feel so magical to us in our youth. The traditions we set for our own families often mirror some of what we experienced as a child whether it is the smells, the sounds, the lights, the holiday activities or a combination of it all that reflects that best. This month, we wanted to highlight the magic of the season and what our community has to offer that helps spread holiday cheer. We’ve compiled a gift guide to make your shopping easier and that also supports our local businesses. We also wanted to share what our area has to offer this holiday season for entertainment and ways to give back. While this season can be beautiful for some, it can be painful and lonely for others, especially those who have recently lost a loved one. In the true spirit of the season, let’s take care of those in our community that need assistance or who are alone. My hope for you this season is that you feel love and peace and that we all remember to take care of each other extending grace, empathy and love.

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inside the issue The Holiday & Giving Issue

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14 Ringing in the Holidays

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Decor Trends

Trend Setter

Local’s Choice

Inspired By

Events

With Beth Krupa Interiors

20 The Style List by STYLEE LYST Holiday Gift Guide Edition

28 Gift Yourself a New Car this Holiday Season Todd Maserati Alfa Romeo of Danbury shares his top car picks this year

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Experience the tastes, sounds and sights of what our area has to offer this season. We curated a list of ways to celebrate the holidays and usher in the new year in our city. Enjoy!

Winter Celebrations THE HOLIDAY STR OLL: Enjoy festive musical performances, strolling carolers, toy soldiers, and more at The Holiday Stroll on December 2nd and December 3rd, 2022! 400 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT DAR IEN ICE HOUSE: Come out and skate with friends and family this winter season at the Darien Ice House! 27 Grove St New Canaan, CT SILVER MAN'S FAR M: Visit Silverman's Farm for Christmas trees, poinsettias, decorated country wreaths, ribbons, garlands, holiday gifts, and more! 451 Sport Hill Road Easton, CT AN OLD FASHIONED HOLIDAY: Get in the holiday spirit on December 10th at An Old Fashioned Holiday presented by Darien Parks and Recreation! Tilley Pond Park, Darien, CT NEW CANAAN NATUR E CENTER : Visit the Winter Wonderland on December 17th to enjoy photos with Santa, holiday trains, campfires, crafts, games, and more! 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT

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A picturesque home transformed for the holidays. After the design and renovation of this quintessential Fairfield County home, the homeowners asked if we would come back and help decorate their home for the holidays. “Our initial conversation was the very best kind,” recalls Beth Krupa of Beth Krupa Interiors. “It was a referral from another happy homeowner, which is always the ultimate compliment.” The homeowners desired their home to have a casual elegant vibe, comfortable yet luxurious, and most importantly, feel warm and inviting. Many of the rooms, like the family room and dining room, were designed around celebrating holidays and special occasions with family and friends. This was achieved not only with the types of furniture specified but also with the fully customized audio/ visual smart speaker technology system installed throughout the first floor. Cue holiday music playing throughout the house. The foyer was redefined as a beautiful useable space rather than just a simple pass-through. The original mismatched floors were replaced with 24” honed travertine stone tile to seamlessly connect the foyer to the family room and kitchen, resulting in a smooth and visually appealing look. The staircase banister was generously wrapped in bronze ribbon and fresh garland to achieve a welcoming holiday vibe. Tip: Use fresh garland and infuse your home with a wonderful scent for the holidays. Spritz with water every couple of days to keep it looking fresh. A classic design while using modern elements, the tonal dining room sparkles with a striking chandelier and varied textured fabrics and wallcoverings. Many textures and reflective surfaces were used to create zest and a lively feel. The oval mahogany table and curved upholstered banquette can comfortably seat 10 which was a key request from the homeowners and perfect for family gatherings. The more the merrier! Topiary-style centerpieces tie in the green from the foyer and add to the holiday cheer. Holiday hosting is made effortless with a sleek and sculptural bar cart in matte gold. Serve your guests traditional holiday spirits or mocktails and accessorize with sprigs of colorful berries for that instant festive feeling. CONTINUED >

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Quality time was the inspiration behind this family room. They desired a room that was approachable and fresh with ample seating for family get-togethers — yet with a hint of glamour and unexpected style. A coffered ceiling and stone fireplace define and add dimension and elegance to the room. One of the standout pieces is the sea-glass beaded chandelier. It’s one of the first things guests see upon entering the room - it states a casual, yet elegantly beautiful, welcoming atmosphere. Every year on Thanksgiving weekend, the family cut down a fresh Christmas tree. A yearly tradition allowing

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whimsical children’s homemade ornaments and heirloom decorations to fill the tree with old and new memories. A glass-top console table complete with lucite lamps adds sparkle and shine to the space. Add a display tray to highlight cherished items or potted paperwhites and champagne flutes for an extra special toast during the holiday season. The best part of the season is remembering those who make the holidays meaningful. We wish you all the love and happiness this season can bring, and may it follow you throughout the coming new year. Cheers from all of us at Beth Krupa Interiors.

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SILENT OPUS | MODERN JEWELRY WITH SOUL – DESIGNED TO REINFORCE A DEEPER CONNECTION TO OURSELVES & THE WORLD AROUND US. Featuring the Duo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold with alternating Oval and Emerald Diamonds, $2,360. I love that you can not only customize what type of stone you would like – white diamond, black diamond, ruby, emerald or sapphire – but you also are able to decide the cut of each of the stones – round, oval, emerald, princess and marquis, in addition to selecting from 14K yellow or white gold. This allows you to create your own work of art while creating a piece of jewelry that represents you and/or your family. You can create a quality heirloom to be passed down for generations; for instance, my ring was designed to be an heirloom for my daughter, Lila Grace. The alternating emerald and oval cut diamonds represent the two of us, intertwined, and the inside of the ring is engraved with ‘A+L’. Also features the Essential Chain 20” in 14K Yellow Gold with the Initial Pendant adorned with a White Diamond ‘L’ in 14K Yellow Gold with the Signature Bail, $740. This item is at a friendlier price point, and just like the ring, can be customized. You can change the chain, length of the chain, letter, stones the letter is made of and the bail. silentopus.com | @silent.opus CONTINUED > D ECEMBER 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / DA R I E N C T

JL ROCKS | EVERYDAY ARMOUR FOR JEWELRY LOVERS WHO SPOIL THEMSELVES. Featuring the Half Moon Bracelet in 14K White Gold, $1,400 and the Fleur and Chain Necklace, $2,000. This bracelet is a great way to add big sparkle to your wrist stack without breaking the bank. This unique, yet versatile necklace will also elevate any look, whether being worn solo or layered. JL Rocks carries an array of fine jewelry – trendy and classic - at affordable price points. Looking for something one-of-a-kind? JL Rocks also curates’ custom, bespoke designs. jlrocks.com | @jlrocksjewelry | Locations in both Greenwich and Westport, CT

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BROCHU WALKER | CONSCIOUS LUXURY – ROMANCE YOUR LIFE WITH LUXE, FEMININE PIECES YOU’LL LOVE FOREVER. Featuring The Andre Luxe Cashmere Shacket in Light Chia Melange, $498. Thinking of getting a basic cashmere sweater for that special someone? Don’t. Get this cozy, cashmere shacket. It is perfect for lazy days, errand outings and elevated casual events and gatherings. It can be dressed up or down. I paired mine with a comfortable pair of blue denim, leather mules and a belt to cinch in my waist for an easy-to-wear, yet warm outfit. brochuwalker.com | @brochuwalker | Local store in Westport, CT To see my fashion, beauty and lifestyle selects on the daily, be sure to head to styleelyst.com and follow me on social @ styleelyst | Psst. keep your eyes peeled for The Style List in the 2023 issues of both Greenwich and Darien Lifestyle Magazines.

ISABEL MARANT Featuring the Wasy Suede Camera Bag in Cognac, $590. This one is for the mom on your list…I have never met a camera bag that I don’t like, and this one is no exception. It is a luxe, well-crafted bag at a fair price. The roomy interior lends itself nicely for going from day to night. It is also a great option for the mom on the go. It has enough room for her essentials, as well as a few additional ones for the babe/kiddos if she doesn’t want to bring the diaper bag in the store for a quick errand. Speaking from real-life experience. isabelmarant.com | @isabelmarant

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Giving Campaign Now in its third year, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign will give away $300,000 this holiday season to help individual community members who would benefit from a helping hand during their time of need. But they need YOUR HELP to make it happen! Maybe you know of a single parent struggling to provide, an elderly person who has experienced loss, a child enduring a health issue, a co-worker suffering a sudden, unexpected tragedy or a neighbor with a financial hardship who has fallen between the cracks of getting assistance. Chances are you know someone with a specific need—even if nobody else does. To preserve and protect the dignity of every recipient, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized in ANY way. (Even those who nominate others may remain anonymous if they choose.) Last year, City Lifestyle was able to give to more than 70 recipients all over the country by sending checks in the mail through New Year’s Eve. (This year, the goal is to double that number with checks ranging in amount up to $3,000 each.) With nominations flooding in from community members and leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you, we were able to reach people who might otherwise go unnoticed. “We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.” Together with Matthew Perry, Chief Sales Officer, Steven adds that the outpouring and gratitude from the recipients was overwhelming and affirmed that this is a tradition they want to continue. “We believe God has blessed our company with continued success,” Matthew adds, “so we in turn want to be a blessing to others.” City Lifestyle has also enacted an internal giving program whereby every employee in the company receives $100 to give away to someone in the community. “The idea is to encourage our employees to keep doing it on their own,” Steven says. “Taking care of one another and blessing others is so rewarding that it perpetuates a cycle of giving. It’s extremely important to me as a person and as a company to foster that culture of generosity.”

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“This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.”

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DECEMBER 2022

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New Canaan Holiday Stroll

E L M ST R E E T | 1 0 :0 0 A M New Canaan Holiday Stroll on Elm Street, December 2nd and December 3rd Santa will be in town at Houlihan Lawrence for a meet and greet. DECEMBER 9 TH

The Nutcracker Ballet

NE W CA NA A N H I G H S C H O O L | 7 :0 0 P M Watch Clara's magical adventure as The New England Academy of Dance presents the Nutcracker Ballet. Featuring the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra on December 9th, 10th, and 11th. -Friday, December 9th, at 7:00PM -Saturday, December 10th at 11:00AM, and 4:00PM -Sunday, December 11th at 1pm and 4pm – Interactive Children’s Show (ACT II Only)

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CCC Christmas Concert Carols and More

ST. T H O MAS MO R E C H U RC H 37 4 MI DDL E S E X R OA D DA R I E N, C T, 0 6 8 20 | 3: 00 P M Connecticut Chamber Choir has established itself as one of the region’s premier vocal ensembles through performances of significant choral repertoire spanning the sixteenth through the twenty-first centuries. Their Christmas concert will be held at St. Thomas More Church.

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