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Ballet Theatre Company
Celebrating 25 Years of Dance: A Journey of Passion and Inclusion Article by Brian Boyer | Photography by Thomas Giroir Since its inception 25 years ago, the Ballet Theatre Company (BTC) in West Hartford has been more than just a dance organization—it's been a beacon of joy, passion and inclusivity for the community. Led by Director Stephanie Dattellas, whose love for dance began at the age of 3, the organization has evolved from a performance ensemble to a thriving training school and...
March 2024
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Investing In Your Fitness
GYMGUYZ: Bringing the Workout, and Expertise, to You Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Brian Ambrose As anyone who has embarked on a new fitness goal can tell you, the biggest hurdle is getting out, whether for a run, an indoor workout, or to the gym. Sure, you can buy expensive gym equipment for your garage, spare bedroom or basement, but how many of us end up using that stationary bike or treadmill as coat racks? What if your workout came to you instead, trainer, workout, and...
March 2024
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Redefining the Investment Advice Model
A Transparent Approach to Wealth Management Article by Lucinda Jamison | Photography by Connecticut Headshots In a world where financial advisory firms often blur into a monotonous landscape, one voice stands out, advocating for transparency, lower costs, and genuine client-centric services. Metric Financial brings a refreshing perspective to the table and the expertise of its founder and CEO, Tim Baker, a CFA with a background steeped in investment management, not sales tactics. He...
March 2024
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Retirement Coaching
How to Live Your Best Life In Your Golden Years Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Brian Ambrose Call it retirement or your second act in life, if your career is at an end do you know what you’ll do next? How do retirees who still have years of life left figure out what the next phase of their life should look like? Those questions, and the challenge of helping others figure out the answers, is what led Ashley Rigby into her own new career path. The founder of Goldinage...
March 2024
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