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Mini-Interviews with Residents & Shopkeepers – Missy

We asked a few locals and a few shopkeepers why they moved here, what they think of town, and to share some of their favorite things about Madison. Missy DeBeradinis, shop owner of The Country Shop When did you open your Madison business? I bought the business from...

Mini-Interviews with Residents & Shopkeepers – Karen

We asked a few locals and a few shopkeepers why they moved here, what they think of town, and to share some of their favorite things about Madison. (Photo by Amy Etra) Karen Donlon. Recent full-time resident. Did you grow up in Madison, or when did you move here? I...

Mini-Interviews with Residents & Shopkeepers – Ken

We asked a few locals and a few shopkeepers why they moved here, what they think of town, and to share some of their favorite things about Madison. (Photo by Amy Etra) Ken with his dog, Jack. Part-time Madison residents: Did you grow up in Madison, or when did you...

Mini-Interviews with Residents & Shopkeepers – Peter

We asked a few locals and a few shopkeepers why they moved here, what they think of town, and to share some of their favorite things about Madison. (Photo by Amy Etra) Peter Loden, shop owner of Walker Loden: When did you open your Madison business? We originally...

The Last Straw

By Robyn Wolcott Straws...the new enemy? That may sound extreme, but plastic pollution is a major problem for our oceans. Per earthday.org, by the year 2050, plastic will outweigh fish in the ocean pound for pound. Gross, right? There is a movie by Linda Booker called...

Combing the Beach for Fun

As August heats up and reminds us that we better enjoy these final weeks of summer, Madison has a lot to offer to residents and visitors. Events and gatherings are all over town, and here are a couple that you should try to attend. Wine and beer tastings, shopping,...

The Madison Green is Open!

As summer kicks off in Madison, there is a place where people enjoy each other’s company, try local food, enjoy beautiful scenery, shop, and listen to live music. Where is this magical place? Downtown Madison and the Madison Town Green. The Farmers Market is currently...

Date Nights Out and Making Friends in Madison, CT

By Lauren Cardone When I found out my husband and I were leaving life behind in Hoboken, NJ to live in Madison, CT my biggest concern was making new friends. We were used to nights out in Manhattan, where we only socialized with people we knew. Our first date night...